Harborough Mail

The Harborough Mail is a weekly publication that caters to Market Harborough and its nearby regions. Originally founded in 1854, the newspaper was initially owned by Welland Valley Newspapers, a company that started in April 1883. Today, it operates under the umbrella of Northamptonshire Newspapers.

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Whip-Crack Away to Leicester for Calamity Jane

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

The whip crackin’ musical comedy classic Calamity Jane a rollin’ on over the plains to Leicester this summer. Based on the much-loved Doris Day movie, the foot-stomping new production features all the sure-fire classic songs including The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), The Black Hills of Dakota, Just Blew in from the Windy City and the Oscar-winning Secret Love. The fearless, gun slingin' Calamity Jane is the biggest mouth in Dakota territory and always up for a fight.
'Fantastic' turn-out for volunteers event at Desborough Pocket Park

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Stephanie Weaver

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowVolunteers got stuck in to help out with a range of tasks at Desborough Pocket Park. The volunteers event on Saturday, April 12 was well attended and proved to be very productive. A spokesman for Desborough Pocket Park said: “We had a fantastic and well turned out volunteers morning at the pocket park.
The Spark Arts for Children launches 'Spark LIVE!' - a new way for children in Leicestershire to celebrate creativity

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Kevin Urquhart

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowThe Spark Arts for Children in Leicester is excited to unveil ‘Spark LIVE!’ – a brand new, year-round program of creative arts specifically for children.
Cricket world record could be broken right here in the Harborough district over the Easter weekend

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Phil Hibble

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA cricket world record could be broken right here in the Harborough district over the Easter weekend. Langtons Cricket Club in East Langton will be aiming to break the record for 'most cricket deliveries faced in one minute' on Good Friday (April 18), at 5pm. The record was previously broken by 'Freddie' Flintoff for Sport Relief. But the record now stands at 20 so the aim is to reach 21.
What is 'Práctica del ángel'?

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Simon DayContributor |Simon Day

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowOver two hours of traditional and modern tango music, a beautiful dance floor and tea! Come along on Bank Holiday afternoon for a relaxed práctica in the heart of Market Harborough and close to the historic Angel Street. This event includes a live session by Orquesta Atipica Eco-Tango. In 2006 I was tricked into going to a tango class as a single chap.
Moving true story about death, life and Down’s Syndrome to hit Corby

2 weeks ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

A poignant stage show devised and performed by disabled and neurodivergent actors is heading to Corby as part of its debut national tour. The members of a weekly adult social care service star in an original, heartfelt comedy exploring grief from the perspective of a young woman with Down’s Syndrome. You Know My Mum tells the true story of Alex, an actor with Down’s Syndrome who plays herself in the lead role.
Time to dance with Leicester festival

2 weeks ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

Leicester’s action-packed annual festival Let’s Dance International Frontiers returns next month with an array of bold and beautiful performances. Audiences will be able to enjoy a comprehensive and entertaining programme of performances by international superstars as well as fast-rising UK companies, choreographers and soloists. There will also be workshops and masterclasses, networking opportunities and film screenings.
In pictures: About 100 Spaniards bring carnival atmosphere in the sunshine to Harborough

2 weeks ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Phil Hibble

There was something beautifully Mediterranean about Harborough at the weekend - warm weather, bright colours and dozens of Spaniards walking around the town centre. So what happened? Harborough Town Football Club has been building a partnership with leading Spanish media channel La Media Inglesa which stream their matches over in Spain. And about 100 Spaniards travelled over to England to watch the Bees in action.
Tragic Rushton fire victims Mayci Fox, Emma Conn and Louie Thorn died of smoke inhalation inquest opening hears

2 weeks ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Alison Bagley

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowAn inquest has been opened into the deaths of Mayci Fox, Emma Conn and Louie Thorn, who died in a house fire in Rushton last month. Four-year-old Mayci, her mum Emma, 30, from Desborough, and 23-year-old Louie from Rushton sadly died at the converted station house on Friday, March 28.
Plans put forward for a 170-home development in Fleckney

2 weeks ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Tess Rushin

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowPlans for a 170-home development in Fleckney have been put forward. The applicants claim the scheme will prioritise “pedestrian and cycle use” and help “establish a sustainable community”. The plan, submitted by Barratt David Wilson Homes, looks to build 170 homes for land off Leicester Road.