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Leicester News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Leicester News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

by The Local Wire

Leicester: Leicester Comedy Festival artists still waiting for payment months after even... | June 22

Leicester's local performers are still waiting for payments months after the Comedy Festival, with comedian Jim Smallman calling it "incompetence," while a Leicestershire pub closes after two years due to high costs. City officials face backlash over a proposed £60m funding boost, and John Lewis announces store renovations in Leicester.

Leicester: Hospital closures and fires dominate today's news in Leicester. | June 21

Leicester's latest updates include the closure of a major hospital for essential upgrades, a petrol station fire linked to arson, and a violent attack in a local park. Additionally, development plans threaten a historic Iron Age site, while Leicester City FC appoints new manager Russell Martin.

Leicester: Expats face passport changes that could disrupt ties to Leicester family | June 20

Leicester expats face new UK passport rules complicating their farewell, while a Gypsy and Traveller site decision sparks debate. The city also sees a primary school expansion funded by £150,000 and safety concerns after a fatal train crash near Bedford.

Leicester: School strikes escalate as vulnerable children face worsening conditions | June 19

Leicester's schools face crisis as strikes over a suspended staff member escalate tensions, with warnings about changes to Early Years SEND services. The city also announced a list of 18 dangerous men and saw 17 convictions in a day at Leicester Magistrates’ Court.

Leicester: Leicester drug dealer gets second chance after court grants him a fresh start | June 18

Leicester's local court grants a second chance to a former drug dealer now working as a plumber, while residents voice concerns over a major industrial estate in Leicestershire. A burglary at a travel agency and a £210,000 grant from Pepsico to tackle food waste and jobs round out the update.

Leicester: Council tightens social media rules after online controversy | June 17

Leicester city council introduces new social media guidelines after controversy over a leader's alleged online influence, while Leicestershire prison faces bedbug infestations and residents demand action. A housing dispute over sheltered housing closures has sparked outrage, alongside plans for Leicester Market revamp and Clean Air Day initiatives.

Leicester: Leicester mum fighting cancer takes road trip to Greece | June 16

Leicester's Local Wire covers a mother's cancer journey to Kefalonia, Russell Martin's new role as Leicester City manager, and frustrations over bus route changes. Also featuring a pop-up beer garden for the World Cup and ongoing police investigations into recent shootings in Leicestershire.

Leicester: Leicester's new job plan could create over 5,000 roles near the airport | June 15

Leicester's Local Wire highlights a major job-creation project near East Midlands Airport, a police officer collision in the city center, and a controversial housing development in Leicestershire. The episode also covers healthcare concerns, including a call for action on a "silent killer" disease and a teenager's battle with a brain tumor.

Leicester: Arrest made after car hits police officer in Leicester | June 14

Leicester police arrest a man in a collision case five months after the incident in the town centre, while the city prepares for a busy summer with festivals and events. Residents also face a buzzard nuisance in a village and a three-bedroom home is up for auction in a desirable Leicester area.

Leicester: Leicester investigates 24-year-old arson mystery | June 13

Leicester's Local Wire update covers a 24-year-old arson murder mystery involving Sue McDonald, three linked shootings under investigation, and a cardiologist honored in the King’s Birthday Honours. The episode also touches on SEND support debates and a Leicester grandmother winning £333,333 in the lottery.

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