Loughborough6 days agoNew 7,000 tree woodland set to be planted Planting on the 8.6 hectare site is set to begin this month, Charnwood Borough Council said. 6 days ago7 days agoSafety work to take place at busy junctionLeicestershire County Council says there has been a rise in "traffic levels and safety concerns".7 days ago12 Jan 2026Public toilets set to undergo £300k refurbishmentThe council says the ageing facilities have been difficult to maintain and need an overhaul.12 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Town park to get new £500,000 play equipmentThere will be 24 new pieces of equipment added, including accessible and sensory learning apparatus.9 Jan 20268 Jan 2026M1 reopens after cattle truck crash and car fireMotorists faced lengthy delays on the M1 after a trailer carrying cattle overturned.8 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Missing student died in river, inquest hearsAryan Sharma went missing in November and his body was found the following month.7 Jan 20264 Jan 2026Memories of cinema and bingo hall as signage removedThe art-deco building in Loughborough has since been converted into a church.4 Jan 202630 Dec 2025Community centre receives NHS mental health fundingFearon Hall, in Loughborough, will receive £925,000 to enhance its facilities.30 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Barber offers free haircuts for homeless peopleBarbershop owner Umar Ali said he was keen to give something back to the community.24 Dec 2025...