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• Jamie Vardy is showing why Arsenal wanted to sign him, claims Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare - Telegraph.co.uk

  25-04-2017 23:30
  
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  Jamie Vardy is showing why Arsenal wanted to sign him, claims Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare
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  Vardy will lead Leicester's bid to record a first victory over Arsenal since November 1994 on Wednesday, after scoring eight goals in his last ten club games. The England international turned down Arsenal last July after Wenger triggered his £22million ...
  Leicester boss Craig Shakespeare sends warning to Arsenal: Jamie Vardy is back to his bestExpress.co.
  
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• James_Sharpe published 'Jamie Vardy is back to his best for Leicester City but I want...

  25-04-2017 23:30
  
  Jamie Vardy is back to his best but Leicester City boss Craig Shakespeare insists he still wants more from his star striker. Vardy has scored eight goals in his last 11 games for Leicester as the England front man has rekindled the form that saw him bang in 24 Premier League goals last season. This followed a barren start to the campaign in which he scored in just three of his first 30 appearances for Leicester in all competitions. City will be hoping the 30-year-old can continue his hot...
  
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• James_Sharpe published Arsenal v Leicester City: The battle of two managers, at either...

  25-04-2017 23:30
  
  Two managers, each at either ends of their respective careers. One is just making his name, ploughing his own, fresh furrow as a main man. The other is fighting to uphold his legacy. And neither know or, at least are yet to reveal, where their futures lie beyond this season. Both meet on Wednesday, as Leicester City head to Arsenal in the Premier League. Craig Shakespeare has exceeded everyone's expectations, even his own, at Leicester, becoming the first British manager to win his first...
  
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• Leicester Mercury published Leicester City star's appeal to team-mates ahead of Arsenal clash

  25-04-2017 23:29
  
  Marc Albrighton has urged Leicester City to produce the same intensity against Arsenal as they did in their Champions League quarter-final with Atletico Madrid. City head to the Emirates Stadium tonight as they look to secure their Premier League survival. Craig Shakespeare's side have enjoyed a seven-day break from action since their Champions League adventure came to an end with a spirited 1-1 draw with Atletico. Leicester sit 15th in the Premier League table, six points clear of safety...
  
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• Stab victim Isaac Williams would have celebrated 21st birthday this week - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 19:50
  
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  Stab victim Isaac Williams would have celebrated 21st birthday this week
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  A "quiet and reserved" young man who died after being stabbed in Leicester at the weekend would have celebrated his 21st birthday on Thursday. The family of Isaac Williams, who police today named as the victim of Friday's stabbing in Cropthorne Avenue, ...
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• danjmartin published Loughborough MP Nicky Morgan calls for tougher punishments for...

  25-04-2017 19:43
  
  Nicky Morgan has called for the law to be tightened so the owners of dogs which attack other dogs can be prosecuted. The Loughborough MP secured a debate in parliament today on the issue. The Conservative said she had been prompted to raise the issue after the pets of two of her constituents had been savaged by other dogs. Jill Mayes, of Loughborough, saw her cocker spaniel Ozzy, set upon and badly injured by two alsatians in 2013 while they were walking in the park. Mrs Morgan said...
  
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• danjmartin commented Loughborough MP Nicky Morgan calls for tougher punishments for...

  25-04-2017 19:43
  
  Nicky Morgan has called for the law to be tightened so the owners of dogs which attack other dogs can be prosecuted. The Loughborough MP secured a debate in parliament today on the issue. The Conservative said she had been prompted to raise the issue after the pets of two of her constituents had been savaged by other dogs. Jill Mayes, of Loughborough, saw her cocker spaniel Ozzy, set upon and badly injured by two alsatians in 2013 while they were walking in the park. Mrs Morgan said...
  
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• AlanThompson published Stab victim Isaac Williams would have celebrated 21st birthday...

  25-04-2017 19:30
  
  A "quiet and reserved" young man who died after being stabbed in Leicester at the weekend would have celebrated his 21st birthday on Thursday.The family of Isaac Williams, who police today named as the victim of Friday's stabbing in Cropthorne Avenue, Crown Hills, have paid tribute to the promising boxer.Speaking from the family home in Hungarton Boulevard, in the Hamilton area of the city, Isaac's mum, 49-year-old Catherine Webbe, said: "He was known for being quiet and reserved....
  
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• Recap: M1 closed in both directions after crash near Leicester - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 19:09
  
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  Recap: M1 closed in both directions after crash near Leicester
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  The M1 is closed in both directions between junctions 20 and 21 in Leicestershire after a crash between a HGV and a car. Emergency services are warning drivers that there are long delays developing in the area after the crash, on the northbound section ...and more »
  
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• Live: M1 closed in both directions after crash near Leicester - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 19:09
  
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  Live: M1 closed in both directions after crash near Leicester
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  The M1 is closed in both directions between junctions 20 and 21 in Leicestershire after a crash between a HGV and a car. Emergency services are warning drivers that there are long delays developing in the area after the crash, on the northbound section ...
  
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• TomPegden commented How work is progressing on Leicestershire's £1bn town New...

  25-04-2017 19:05
  
  The first residents of a £1 billion new town are making plans for their homes. After decades of discussions, planning meetings and council consultations, construction work is well under way on New Lubbesthorpe – a huge 1,000-acre scheme on farmland between Enderby and Leicester Forest East.Housebuilders Barratt Developments, which has its headquarters in Coalville, and Davidsons, from Ibstock, have built and completed the first homes at the start of what is expected to be a 20-year..
  
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• SuzyGibson published Child laughed after stabbing fellow pupil with knife on school...

  25-04-2017 18:55
  
  A schoolboy laughed after stabbing a fellow pupil in the thigh with one of three knives he had with him on a school bus, a court heard.The 16-year-old produced a 10cm lock knife in front of several children on board a minibus in North West Leicestershire, and launched a surprise attack.Priya Bakshi, prosecuting, told Leicester Crown Court the defendant initially sat opposite the 15-year-old victim, with whom he had not previously had any problems.She said: "During the journey he got up and...
  
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• Child laughed after stabbing fellow pupil with knife on school minibus - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 18:55
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  Child laughed after stabbing fellow pupil with knife on school minibus
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  A schoolboy laughed after stabbing a fellow pupil in the thigh with one of three knives he had with him on a school bus, a court heard. The 16-year-old produced a 10cm lock knife in front of several children on board a minibus in North West ...
  
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• atroughton published Recap: M1 closed in both directions after crash near Leicester

  25-04-2017 18:54
  
  The M1 is closed in both directions between junctions 20 and 21 in Leicestershire after a crash between a HGV and a car.Emergency services are warning drivers that there are long delays developing in the area after the crash, on the northbound section of the motorway.The crash occurred between junction 21 for Leicester and junction 20 for Lutterworth.Highways England tweeted at 5.30pm: "Pls be aware that the #M1 is closed in both directions due to a collision with a HGV + car. Emergency...
  
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• atroughton published Live: M1 closed in both directions after crash near Leicester

  25-04-2017 18:54
  
  The M1 is closed in both directions between junctions 20 and 21 in Leicestershire after a crash between a HGV and a car.Emergency services are warning drivers that there are long delays developing in the area after the crash, on the northbound section of the motorway.The crash occurred between junction 21 for Leicester and junction 20 for Lutterworth.Highways England tweeted at 5.30pm: "Pls be aware that the #M1 is closed in both directions due to a collision with a HGV + car. Emergency...
  
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• JBlackwell published Leicester City news recap: Arsene Wenger on Jamie Vardy's Arsenal...

  25-04-2017 18:45
  
  Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy rejected a chance to move to Arsenal nearly 10 months ago, but the England forward's decision to turn down a move to the Emirates Stadium, where Craig Shakespeare's side head tomorrow, remains a hot topic.Wenger, who was full of praise for City's Champions League exploits, said at his pre-match press conference he respects Vardy's choice, adding that he could not have guaranteed the 30-year-old regular starts.Read more: City will not sell best players despite..
  
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• AlanThompson published Police search for grey car after 'item resembling firearm' seen...

  25-04-2017 18:33
  
  Police are investigating a late-night crash involving two cars in which it's thought a firearm may have been involved.The incident happened on Scraptoft Lane, in the village of Scraptoft, at about 10.40pm on Sunday. After the initial collision the vehicles, a silver Vauxhall Vectra and the other – described as a grey car – turned left into Scraptoft Rise and drove the wrong way along Main Street in the village, ending up in Hamilton Lane.Armed response officers were called out, but..
  
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• Leicester's Delilah wins national delicatessen of the year award - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 18:20
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  Leicester's Delilah wins national delicatessen of the year award
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  Delilah's Leicester Deli & Café, in St Martin's, has been awarded the coveted title of UK Deli of the Year, announced at the Farm Shop and Deli awards, at the NEC, Birmingham, on Monday. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Delilah in the ...
  
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• atroughton commented Leicester's Delilah wins national delicatessen of the year award

  25-04-2017 18:20
  
  A delicatessen in the city has won a prestigious national award.Delilah's Leicester Deli & Café, in St Martin's, has been awarded the coveted title of UK Deli of the Year, announced at the Farm Shop and Deli awards, at the NEC, Birmingham, on Monday.Delilah in the former Allied Irish Bank in St MartinsThe delicatessen opened in the former Allied Irish Bank building just 10 months ago.The annual awards recognise the best specialist independent food retailers in the UK, rewarding the...
  
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• Becky_Jones1 published Win a stay at Alton Towers' new CBeebies Land Hotel and be driven...

  25-04-2017 18:00
  
  Alton Towers is offering an experience which sounds like any young child's dream come true!To mark the opening of the new CBeebies Land Hotel on July 10, the attraction is running a competition in which three lucky families can win an overnight stay at the hotel, tickets to the park AND a chauffeur experience in one of three CBeebies Land cars!The cars have been adapted into vehicles inspired by kids' TV shows, with Postman Pat's van, the Octonauts' Gup-A submarine and a specially designed...
  
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• Leicester Mercury published Loughborough Lightning beat Manchester Thunder to make it 11 wins...

  25-04-2017 17:48
  
  Loughborough Lightning kept their phenomenal Vitality Netball Superleague winning streak alive as they edged out Manchester Thunder 58-57 to make it 11 wins from 11.Lightning were sitting pretty at the top of the league, but taking on third placed Thunder they knew they would be in for a stern test, which ultimately went right to the wire.Thunder were keen to reverse an away defeat earlier in the season and having won eight on the bounce themselves, they looked more than up to the task.Racing...
  
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• Tom_Mack published Tiny baby gibbon is latest arrival at Twycross

  25-04-2017 17:44
  
  A cute baby gibbon is the latest spring birth at Twycross Zoo.The tiny youngster, which is yet to be named, was born to Kampuchea, a white-cheeked gibbon born in 1994 in Oregon Zoo in the USA. Kampuchea, who was already mum to four youngsters, arrived at Twycross in 2000.Read More: Walkers Crisps are hiring - here's how to applyThe baby's father is Earl, who was born in 1992 at a zoo in France before moving to Twycross 20 years ago.The baby has been photographed for the first time by zoo staff,.
  
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• Leicester Mercury published Leicester Lions riders Josh Bates races in British Under-21...

  25-04-2017 17:40
  
  Leicester Lions' Josh Bates goes into the British Under-21 Championship final at Poole on Wednesday knowing it is his last opportunity at this level.The 21-year-old has already stamped his mark on the competition having first won the title three seasons ago at Wolverhampton and then again last season in Sheffield.Seeded direct to this year's final, Bates will equal the record of three wins in the competition by Simon Stead 14 years ago if he successfully defends his title at Poole.It is a venue.
  
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• Leicester City transfer target Kara Mbodji 'to move clubs in the summer' - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 17:40
  
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  Leicester City transfer target Kara Mbodji 'to move clubs in the summer'
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  Leicester City transfer target Kara Mbodji, who was apparently the subject of a £7.5million bid in January, is planning a summer move. The international centre-half was one of a series of January target for City as they attempted to find cover for ...
  
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• RobTanner published Know a business with these three special qualities? Nominate them...

  25-04-2017 17:26
  
  Are you a business owner or do you know of a business in your area which deserves recognition?UK energy supplier npower is looking for 'Super Powered' businesses to win a cash prize of £5,000.What does it take to be super powered? The winning businesses must demonstrate the three special qualities below.The winner will also receive mentoring with top business growth strategy expert, Gary King.Tell us how your business (or the one you're mentoring) fits the mould, and be in with a chance of
  
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• Leicester Mercury published Lyon Woodstock shows he's ready to be a superstar after winning...

  25-04-2017 17:19
  
  Lyon Woodstock Jr announced himself as a possible superstar at the Leicester Arena.His fight with Birmingham southpaw Paul Holt for the vacant Midlands Area super-featherweight championship promised to be a good gauge of where the 23-year-old from Beaumont Leys is in his career and how far he might go.Holt is a former holder of the belt who is known in the trade as a gritty competitor – and Woodstock emphatically thrashed him inside three rounds.BT Sports commentator Richie Woodhall gushed
  
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• Becky_Jones1 published Scouting For Girls announce 10th anniversary tour - and it's...

  25-04-2017 17:14
  
  It's hard to believe it, but it really is a decade since Scouting For Girls released their million-selling debut album. To mark the occasion, the band has announced a UK tour, including a gig at Leicester 02 Academy on Tuesday, November 28. The trio will also release an extended, deluxe version of the 2007 album, which will be available from May 19. Read more: Tickets for award-winning Matilda the Musical at the Curve go on general sale soon With songs including 'She's So Lovely',...
  
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• MJClayton commented Leicester City transfer target Kara Mbodji 'to move clubs in the...

  25-04-2017 17:14
  
  Leicester City transfer target Kara Mbodji, who was apparently the subject of a £7.5million bid in January, is planning a summer move. The international centre-half was one of a series of January target for City as they attempted to find cover for regular pairing Robert Huth and Wes Morgan. After a series of failed attempts, City secured a loan deal on deadline day for Udinese defender Molla Wague, who was ruled out for the season after dislocating his shoulder on his City debut in the...
  
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• Tom_Mack published Talented Nico, five, turns £1 into £147 by baking...

  25-04-2017 17:00
  
  A talented five-year-old chef has turned £1 into £147 by making pizza in a school challenge.Nico Alesssandrelli and his classmates at Christ the King Primary in Western Park, Leicester, were each sent home with a £1 coin and a letter explaining to their parents they could do whatever they wanted to try to make the investment grow, so they could learn about economics.Read More: "It's not a cool move to avoid paying rail fare"Nico's Italian father, Francesco, helped him...
  
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• Leicester Mercury published Leicester Riders Women seal second spot in WBBL table with...

  25-04-2017 16:58
  
  Leicester RidersWomen completed a massive 111-62 triumph over Cardiff Met Archers to end their regular season and wrap up second place in the WBBL Championship.Riders also secured their highest-ever position in three seasons of the WBBL as they led from tip to buzzer with a stunning offensive performance.Soon out of sight after a blistering 29-11 opening period, they never had cause to look back.Alex Smith was sensational at point-guard with a 20-point and 14-assist double-double,...
  
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• James_Sharpe commented Leicester City transfer rumours: Hull goalkeeper Eldin Jakupovic...

  25-04-2017 16:43
  
  Leicester City are one of a number of Premier League clubs keeping an eye on Hull goalkeeper Eldin Jakupovic, according to reports. The 32-year-old Switzerland international has just one year left on his contract at the relegation-battling Tigers, and is being 'monitored' by City, Watford, Sunderland and Crystal Palace, according to Sky Sports. Read more: Jamie Vardy would NOT have been first choice at Arsenal – Wenger Jakupovic has made 19 Premier League appearances this season,...
  
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• What's up with the weather in Leicester? See what people are saying on social media - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 16:36
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  What's up with the weather in Leicester? See what people are saying on social media
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  And no, it's got nothing to do with East Midlands Airport (or their new flight routes). While just a few days ago many of us would have been out making the most of a sunny weekend, a cold snap has arrived - bringing some truly bizarre weather changes.
  
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• Hayley_Watson published What's up with the weather in Leicester? See what people are...

  25-04-2017 16:30
  
  Something fishy has been going on in the skies of Leicester. And no, it's got nothing to do with East Midlands Airport (or their new flight routes). While just a few days ago many of us would have been out making the most of a sunny weekend, a cold snap has arrived - bringing some truly bizarre weather changes. Read more: Nectar card holders set for a bonus points bonanza at Sainsbury's this weekend Today's crazy spring weather brought a sunny but cold start, followed by clouds and some...
  
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• Leicester sense survival but trip to Arsenal brings back bad memories - ESPN.co.uk (blog)

  25-04-2017 16:21
  
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  Leicester sense survival but trip to Arsenal brings back bad memories
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  Leicester manager Craig Shakespeare believes Arsenal's FA Cup semifinal performance dispelled any notion of slumping. (1:26). Facebook · Twitter · Facebook Messenger · Email; comment. 2:09 PM GMT. Ben Jacobs. Facebook · Twitter · Facebook ...
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• James_Sharpe published Arsene Wenger reveals Jamie Vardy would not have been first-choic...

  25-04-2017 16:03
  
  Arsene Wenger revealed that Jamie Vardy would not have been his first-choice striker at Arsenal had the Leicester City front man decided to make the £20million move in the summer. Vardy rejected the offer from the Gunners, instead staying at the King Power Stadium and signing a new contract with the Premier League champions. The 30-year-old has scored 13 goals for City this season, despite a slow start to the campaign, and has now bagged eight in his last 11 appearances in the Premier...
  
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• Leicester Magistrates' Court - man jailed for stealing condoms and lubricant worth £174 - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 15:31
  
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  Leicester Magistrates' Court - man jailed for stealing condoms and lubricant worth £174
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  Sonny Rabien (52), of Staveley Road, Melton Mowbray, was found guilty of assaulting an off-duty police officer at Melton Mowbray on July 9 last year. He was jailed for 12 weeks and ordered to pay £115 compensation. Ionut-Vasile Naparca (26), of Ridley ...
  
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• PeterSquires1 published Leicester Magistrates' Court - man jailed for stealing condoms...

  25-04-2017 15:30
  
  A man has been jailed for stealing condoms and lubricant worth over £174.It was one of the recent cases heard before Leicester Magistrates' Court, others include:Sonny Rabien (52), of Staveley Road, Melton Mowbray, was found guilty of assaulting an off-duty police officer at Melton Mowbray on July 9 last year.He was jailed for 12 weeks and ordered to pay £115 compensation.Ionut-Vasile Naparca (26), of Ridley Street, Leicester, pleaded guilty to stealing condoms and lubricant worth...
  
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• BUSINESS OPINION: "'Think big' to make Leicester great" - Leicester Mercury

  25-04-2017 15:13
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  BUSINESS OPINION: "'Think big' to make Leicester great"
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  Jane Cowley: "Now is the time to "think big" and work together as a region." BUSINESS OPINION: "'Think big' to make Leicester great". X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message. /. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your ...
  
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• atroughton published Firefighters rescue swan stranded on building roof in Leicester

  25-04-2017 15:01
  
  Firefighters rescued a swan today after it got stuck on the roof of a building in Leicester.A fire crew used a ladder to reach the stranded bird on a 14-foot high roof in All Saints Road, near the city centre.An RSPCA officer called the firefighters at 12.02pm because the swan was unable to take off.read more: Man killed in stabbing in Cropthorne Avenue in Evington named by policeA fire service spokeswoman said: "We believe the swan was stranded because it needs quite along run up to take...
  
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• TomPegden published BUSINESS OPINION: "'Think big' to make Leicester great"

  25-04-2017 14:58
  
  In 2016, we celebrated the discovery of Richard III's remains, and our sporting successes including Leicester City winning the Premier League, writes Jane Cowley. But is this sufficient?There is a need for a genuine acknowledgement of the issues our city faces, and collaboration, setting politics aside, to produce solutions. It is too easy to review our landscape in a fragmented way, and to dismiss negative comment as unhelpful criticism. Only by confronting the reality, may we find...
  
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• Hayley_Watson published Walkers Crisps is hiring - here's how you can apply for a job...

  25-04-2017 14:51
  
  We're a nation of crisp lovers, and Leicester's very own Walkers are one of our favourite brands.So it's good news if your brand loyalty goes further than munching on your favourite flavour - because the crisp company is hiring.The permanent roles have been listed online with jobs company Fish4Jobs.Read more: Nectar card holders set for a bonus points bonanza at Sainsbury's this weekendIf you fancy being around your favourite snack all day, Walkers are looking for General Operatives to work at..
  
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• Becky_Jones1 published Havaianas and Barrhead Travel to open stores in Highcross...

  25-04-2017 14:27
  
  Great news fashion fans - footwear brand Havaianas will once again be opening a pop-up store in Highcross Leicester this summer.Back by popular demand, the brand will open its store - located beside L'Occitane on the upper mall - in May.The flip-flop pioneers will offer shoppers a broad range of items including beach bags, mobile phone cases and towels as well as the iconic footwear range.Read more: Fenwick is latest store to leave Leicester - but which shops do YOU want to see return to...
  
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• TomPegden published BIG INTERVIEW: Ex-F1 engineer enjoyed beer with James Hunt

  25-04-2017 14:08
  
  This weekend sees a celebration of some of the greatest motor races, the best sports cars and coolest race car drivers ever to have graced the asphalt.The seventh annual Donington Historic Festival is being held in the north of the county, recalling classic races such as Goodwood, Spa, Monte Carlo and, of course, Le Mans, as well as classic marques such as Lola, Lotus, Jaguar, Ford and Aston Martin.The three days of fun on April 28, 29 and 30, also pay tribute to the greats who drove those cars.
  
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• 41pauljones published Grace Garner is learning quickly with Wiggle-High5

  25-04-2017 14:00
  
  Grace Garner is already putting into practice the lessons she is learning with the Wiggle-High5 cycling squad.The 19-year-old professional from Cosby has come through a taxing spell in Europe this spring competing alongside the world's best riders.But she has played her part in helping Wiggle produce some good results in big races – and last Saturday she returned to UK roads to score her first individual win of the season.Garner won the Essex Giro road race for the second consecutive year,
  
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• Leicester give trial to Kidderminster star Andre Brown - Daily Mail

  25-04-2017 13:56
  
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  Leicester give trial to Kidderminster star Andre Brown
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  He has scored 14 goals for the National League North side this season, including one against Gainsborough Trinity last Saturday, and impressed scouts with his physique and powerful running. Leicester manager Craig Shakespeare is encouraging the club's ...
  
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• 41pauljones published Metaltek-Kuota joy as Dan Fleeman powers to Rutland-Melton CiCLE...

  25-04-2017 13:30
  
  There was delight for Leicestershire pro squad Metaltek-Kuota at the 13th edition of the Rutland-Melton CiCLE Classic as Dan Fleeman took a dramatic victory.After close on five hours of racing on the toughest of courses, Fleeman outsprinted Hayden McCormick (ONE Pro) to claim a fabulous win for him and the team. JLT Condor's Brenton Jones was third, six seconds adrift of the leading two, while Zach May completed a fantastic day for Metaltek with seventh place in Melton town centre.A group of...
  
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• MJClayton published Are Leicester City safe? Relegation battle, Morgan and Slimani -...

  25-04-2017 13:25
  
  There is plenty going on at the King Power Stadium and much to talk about - which is just as well as we have our latest podcast. The Mercury's Leicester City writers James Sharpe and Jordan Blackwell examine the relegation battle and ask whether the club are now safe from the drop, or not.
  Read more: Leicester City scouts deserve a pat on the back for double PFA player of the year successThere is also the little matter of the game against Arsenal, where they have not won for more than 40...
  
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• Leicester Mercury published Baby of the Year 2017 - Photo Special Supplement

  25-04-2017 13:11
  
  Don't miss your copy of the Leicester Mercury on Tuesday May 2 - you will be able to meet all of 2017's entries with full details of how to vote, and a very special voting form to start you off.
  
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• Leicester City and Crystal Palace could be handed transfer on a plate, have already submitted offers - Sport Witness

  25-04-2017 12:53
  
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  Leicester City and Crystal Palace could be handed transfer on a plate, have already submitted offers
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  Kara Mbodj is one of several Anderlecht players for whom an exit is considered likely this summer. During the January transfer window it was Leicester City who were most linked with the defender, but since then it's arguably been Crystal Palace's ...and more »
  
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• AlanThompson published Man killed in stabbing in Cropthorne Avenue in Evington named by...

  25-04-2017 12:17
  
  Police have named a man who died after a stabbing in Leicester at the weekend.Isaac Williams, 20, from Leicester, died early yesterday morning.Read more: Murder investigation launched after death of man following suspected stabbing in EvingtonA post-mortem examination has confirmed he died as a result of injuries sustained from a stab wound in Cropthorne Avenue, the Crown Hills area of the city on Friday.Read moreDetectives announced yesterday they had launched a murder investigation. Officers..
  
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