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Leicester's Rally Park Gets £1.2M Upgrade
Leicesters Rally Park receives £1.2 million upgrade, focusing on safer and more inviting routes to schools, shops, and city center. Key changes include new zebra crossing, cycle routes, and community garden. Lane restrictions and full closure on Tudor Road expected during works. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0c332ab0198625e7 </p
Daymans DIY: Fighting for Survival
Daymans DIY, a Leicester institution, faces an uphill battle for its 100th birthday. Skyrocketing costs, online competition, and a dwindling customer base threaten its survival. Support local businesses before its too late. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/31df2378ed21c819
Windrush Tea Party 2023: Celebrating Heritage, Defying Discrimination
Leicesters Windrush Tea Party Returns, Funding or Not: A Celebration of Caribbean Heritage and Resilience Leicesters Windrush Tea Party, honoring the Windrush generation, is set to return for its fourth year on June twentieth. Despite potential government funding cuts, organizers are determined to make the event a success. The high tea event, featuring British classics with Caribbean twists, live music, dance, and kids activities, aims to celebrate the contributions of the Windrush generation while addressing the discrimination they faced upon arrival. The event is open to visitors, and organizers are still seeking stallholders and sponsors. ...
Jenno's Coffee House Brewing Vibes in New Lubbesthorpe
Jennos Coffee House is set to open in New Lubbesthorpe, Leicestershire, bringing a popular coffee spot to the growing community. The new location, Unit five on Tay Road, will serve Arabica beans, smoothies, teas, cakes, and daily soups, along with alcohol and live music. The development, which spans 394 hectares, has seen 1,308 homes occupied as of February, with more families expected to move in. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public...
Amwell Care Home Faces Med Dose, Staffing Issues
Amwell Care Home in Leicestershire faces scrutiny after medication errors and staffing issues, but shows improvement in care effectiveness and resident treatment. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2eae2ea748f96e07
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Parking Enforcement: Keep Streets Safe
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Parking Enforcement: Keep Streets Safe
Champions Cup: Bordeaux vs Leicester, Leinster vs Edinburgh
Champions Cup rugby reaches the knockout stage with two thrilling last-sixteen matches on April 5th. Bordeaux Begles host Leicester Tigers, while Leinster faces Edinburgh. Seven English teams, four French, two Scottish, and one Irish team made the draw. The quarter-finals are tenth to twelfth April. Bordeaux boasts French stars like Jalibert, Penaud, and Bielle-Biarrey. Leicester counters with OConnor and Radwan. Leinster fields Harry Byrne, Baird, and Ioane. Edinburgh shuffles their lineup with Rae and Muncaster. Tune in for live radio on BBC Sounds and text updates. These matches set the stage for quarter-final action. Support the show:<...
Sussex Dominate Leicestershire in County Championship
Sussex Dominates Leicestershire in County Championship; Robinson, Crocombe Wreak Havoc, Hughes Stabilizes Innings Sussex continues to dominate Leicestershire in their County Championship Division One match at Grace Road. After scoring 361 in their first innings, thanks to Tom Clarks century and Tom Haines solid fifty, Leicestershire managed only 245 in reply, trailing by 116. Sussex then reached 149 for three in their second innings, now leading by 265 runs with seven wickets intact. Ollie Robinson and Henry Crocombe starred with the ball, taking five and five wickets respectively, as Leicestershires middle order crumbled after lunch. Jake Weatherald shone on debut...
Leicester's New Toucan Crossing: Safer Streets Ahead
Leicesters Aylestone Road to get new toucan crossing, improving safety near Aldi and Granby Primary School. Construction starts Tuesday, lasting six weeks with temporary traffic changes and a full closure on April 12th. Project funded by Active Travel Fund, aiming for safer routes for pedestrians and cyclists. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https...
Leicestershire Parks Saved: Borough Council Takes Over
Leicestershire parks in Fenny Drayton and Ratcliffe Culey remain open, thanks to Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council taking over leases. This move averts a shutdown after Witherley Parish Council faced criticism for mishandling duties, leading to insurers refusing new policies. The parks serve as essential community spaces and play areas for children, with four defibrillators also saved from closure. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues...
East Midlands Colleges Get £36M for Upgrades
East Midlands Colleges Receive £36M Government Fund for Renovations Nineteen colleges in the East Midlands are set to receive a £36M government fund for building renovations, with allocations starting this summer and spending in the next school year. This fund follows years of underfunding in further education and aims to tackle urgent repairs, cut maintenance backlogs, and boost teaching spaces while pushing for lower carbon footprints. Allocations vary, with smaller spots receiving £6K and larger groups up to £7M, giving colleges flexibility on how to spend the funds to modernize by 2030. This push supports Prime Minister Keir Star...
Bikers Deliver Easter Joy to Sick Kids
Record-breaking Easter Egg Run: 200 bikers deliver joy to sick kids at Leicester General Hospital, dropping off over 550 eggs and toys, marking the second year of the event and highlighting the power of community support. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e0199a4367418199