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Another peaceful protest outside a hotel housing asylum seekers took place today Saturday 9 August at 1pm on Vaughan Way...
09/08/2025

Another peaceful protest outside a hotel housing asylum seekers took place today Saturday 9 August at 1pm on Vaughan Way in Leicester.

This was the second protest this week at this hotel.

The protest group today were totally made up of anti-racism groups.

Police were present to facilitate peaceful protest.

08/08/2025

A peaceful protest outside a hotel housing asylum seekers took place tonight at 5pm on Vaughan Way in Leicester.

The protest groups were made up of anti-immigrant and anti-racism groups.

Police were present to facilitate peaceful protest and our reporter said no arrests were seen to be made.

08/08/2025

A search at a property following a report that human remains may be buried there has concluded with no human remains being found.

A warrant was executed at the address in Wolverton Road, Leicester, on Saturday 19 July following a third-party report that human remains may have been buried at the address in the 1970s.

Officers have been in attendance at the property across the past three weeks with an excavation being carried out by expert forensic officers and archaeologists.

Officers from the East Midlands Special Operation Unit’s Major Crime Team have continued to review the search throughout and to carry out enquiries into the report.

Following the search, no human remains have been found.

The investigation does remain ongoing at this stage to allow for further enquiries to be carried out.

An 86-year-old woman who was arrested in connection with the report remains released on police bail while enquiries continue.

A scene cordon had also been placed at an address in Dumbleton Avenue on Saturday 19 July in connection with the investigation.

This scene was lifted three days later on Tuesday 22 July.

Searches at the property in Dumbleton Avenue during this time did not include an excavation.

Officers from the West Leicester Neighbourhood Policing Area have continued to provide reassurance patrols in the area over the past three weeks and support continues to be provided to residents affected.

Detective Inspector Emma Matts, from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit’s major crime team, said:

“Due to the circumstances of the report received and the seriousness of the allegations made, it was a matter of urgency that we carried out this thorough search.

“An arrest was also made at the time as a necessity in order to ensure a prompt and effective investigation.

“A detailed search of the property has been carried out across the past three weeks and no human remains have been found.

The investigation does remain ongoing at this time while we carry out further enquiries.

“Full support has continued to be provided to the person who made the report and a full update has been provided regarding the search and ongoing investigation.

“Arrangements are being made in relation to property at Wolverton Road to return it to its original state following the excavation.

“This is a complex and sensitive investigation and we do thank everyone affected for your patience with us throughout the search.

We understand the investigation and the scene cordons will have caused concern and we very much appreciate your co-operation with us all across the past few weeks. Thank you.”


Announcing our fantastic line-up at the For the Love of Jazz Festival on Saturday 16th August! Join us for this FREE eve...
05/08/2025

Announcing our fantastic line-up at the For the Love of Jazz Festival on Saturday 16th August! Join us for this FREE event!

Jubilee Square Main Stage: Hosted by Jazz FM’s Tony Minvielle (12 PM - 7 PM)

ILKE-TA - 12:02pm
LATIN VOICES - 13:02pm
IAN HILL -14:02pm
INSTRUMENTAL GROOVE UNIT- 15:02pm

ROMARNA CAMPBELL -16:02pm
BYRAN WALLEN -17:02pm
TONY KOFI -18:02pm

Leicester Cathedral​.

JOE ARMON-JONES -19:30pm

For more information visit

https://www.cosmopolitanarts.co.uk/



Cosmopolitan Arts

05/08/2025

Traffic Alert.

St Peters Road in Highfields is currently closed between the junctions of St Stephens Road and East Park Road due to a burst water main this morning.

The road is badly damaged, engineers are currently on site and the road is expected to be closed for most of today.

Please avoid this area and find alternative routes.

Updates to follow.

More pictures from Caribbean Carnival in Leicester 2025.Pictures by Roy Widdowson for LM News Leicester Festivals & Ev...
03/08/2025

More pictures from Caribbean Carnival in Leicester 2025.

Pictures by Roy Widdowson for LM News





Leicester Festivals & Events

Leicester Caribbean Carnival Ltd

03/08/2025

Man jumps out of a window after a house blaze this morning.

Awoken surrounded with flames and noises, the man escaped the blaze by jumping through a rear bedroom window and began to alert the neighbours.

The fire service attended the semi-detached house on Rushton Drive in Glen Parva around 4 am.

The fire is now extinguished. 4 fire crews were in attendance.

The roof and first floor are badly damaged. Fortunately, the man has been released from hospital and is now in the care of relatives.

A fire investigation will be carried out shortly.

Ensure you have working smoke alarms, the give early warning of fire and saves life’s.


Today’s pictures from Caribbean Carnival in Leicester 2025.Pictures by Trevor Sewell for LM News Lots more to come. L...
02/08/2025

Today’s pictures from Caribbean Carnival in Leicester 2025.

Pictures by Trevor Sewell for LM News

Lots more to come.





Leicester Festivals & Events
Leicester Caribbean Carnival Ltd

02/08/2025

Thousands of people are celebrating in the sunshine on Victoria Park here in Leicester this afternoon.

It’s the return of Leicester Caribbean carnival on its 40th year.

The party will continue into the night.

Lots of Food, drink and entertainment ahead.




Leicester Caribbean Carnival Ltd
Leicester Festivals & Events

02/08/2025

Leicester Caribbean carnival 2025. The Parade

Video by Craig Thorpe for LM News.

Filmed Saturday 2nd August 2025.

Lots of pictures to follow.






Leicester Festivals & Events
Leicester Caribbean Carnival Ltd

Welcome to Leicester Caribbean Carnival 2025.It’s today…. 12:00 to 20:00 - Saturday 2nd AugustThe theme for this year is...
02/08/2025

Welcome to Leicester Caribbean Carnival 2025.

It’s today…. 12:00 to 20:00 - Saturday 2nd August

The theme for this year is Freedom For All.

All are welcome to celebrate with us from 12noon.

The parade begins with the official Opening Ceremony at the African Caribbean Centre (LE2 0UA).

From the ACC, the energy will hit the streets as we set off on a brand-new parade route, crossing the iconic Swain Street Bridge, winding through the city centre, and heading up London Road to our beloved home, Victoria Park.

The real celebration begins at Victoria Park from 2pm to 8pm Get ready for a full day of music, culture, food, and fun for everyone. Here's what you can look forward to:

Family Zone packed with activities to keep all ages entertained.

Main Stage showcasing headliners and an incredible lineup of Leicester’s homegrown talent.

Soca Village and DJ Zones where sound systems turn up the heat with non-stop Carnival vibes.

Fun Fair, lively Bar, and Food Zone from thrilling rides to Caribbean flavours, there’s something for every taste.

Come early, stay late, and celebrate 40 years of Leicester Caribbean Carnival in true Carnival style!

Tickets and more information.

https://leicestercarnival.com/

Leicester Media teams will be out today capturing this colourful event.

Hit the follow button now….. and be the first to see the pictures and videos.


02/08/2025

A man has been remanded into custody after appearing in court charged with child cruelty offences following an incident at a summer camp.

Jon Ruben, 76, appeared at Leicester Magistrates’ Court today after the alleged incident at Stathern Lodge, near Melton in Leicestershire.

Ruben only confirmed his name, age, and address, he pleaded with a no indication of the charges made against him.

He will appear at Leicester Crown Court on Friday, August 29th.

Police received a report of children feeling unwell at the camp last Sunday.

Paramedics attended the scene and eight boys, aged between eight and 11, and an adult were taken to hospital as a precaution.

They have all since been discharged.



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