Leicester Mercury

The Leicester Mercury is a regional newspaper serving Leicester and the surrounding areas of Leicestershire and Rutland in the UK. It started in the 19th century as the Leicester Daily Mercury before adopting its current name.

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#17077

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Gary Lineker speaks out on his future in football on TV ahead of Match of the Day finale

20 hours ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Patrick Austen-Hardy

Gary Lineker is looking forward to not having to do any more midnight trips home from the Match of the Day studios. The revered Braunstone-born presenter is set to host his final episode of the beloved Premier League highlights show soon. At 64 years old, Lineker is preparing to pass the baton to Gabby Logan, Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates, as they take on the presenting duties starting with the 2025/26 season.
Coronation Street star to leave Weatherfield after betrayal plot twist

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Monde Mwitumwa

Coronation Street's Bobby Crawford, portrayed by Jack Carroll, is set to leave Weatherfield following a shocking allegation that leaves him stunned. The young character informed Carla Connor of his plans to jet off to Majorca for a birthday celebration with Simon Barlow. However, viewers are aware that the holiday masks a deeper heartache - Bobby has secretly severed ties with a close friend before leaving the cobbles.
World Snooker Championship final referee quits Crucible officiating as she shows true colours

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Brian Dick |Kasra Moradi

Michaela Tabb, the revered snooker referee, has called time on her illustrious career in traditional snooker following her swansong match at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre. The pioneering ref made her final call during the WSST final on Sunday, overseeing the initial five frames between competitors Alfie Burden and Aaron Canavan, thereafter concluding her significant contributions to the sport.
Eating one fruit before drinking prevents hangovers, expert says

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Neil Shaw

Health experts say that eating avocado before drinking alcohol can help to prevent a hangover. Foods high in fats, such as avocado, can delay the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, helping to reduce the intensity of alcohol symptoms and prevent a hangover, according to experts from Nutristrength. Unlike many other high-fat foods, avocados are rich in unsaturated fats (particularly monounsaturated fats), and these are considered ‘healthy’ fats.
Emmerdale fans 'point out' huge clue that proves Dawn Fletcher did not push Joe Tate

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Angie Quinn

Emmerdale aired a surprise twist on Monday (May 12) as Dawn Fletcher confessed to pushing Joe Tate out of a window at Home Farm, but viewers think she is lying. Last week, devious Joe (Ned Porteus) was hauled from a bedroom window after his recent antics were exposed as the locals gathered to celebrate Lydia Dingle's (Karen Blick) 50th birthday.
ITV Emmerdale cover-up 'sealed' as villager confesses to pushing Joe Tate

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Sara Baalla

Emmerdale fans are convinced they've "uncovered" a Joe Tate cover-up following a shock confession from an unlikely villager on Monday (May 12). Joe's misdeeds finally caught up with him in a dramatic hour-long episode last week, after he had been causing chaos in the Dales for months. The drama peaked during Lydia Dingle's 50th birthday bash, where the attendees' personal grudges against Joe overshadowed the celebrations.
Jamie Vardy injury latest after Leicester City striker seen limping in draw at Nottingham Forest

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Jordan Blackwell

Jamie Vardy will be able to bow out at the King Power Stadium with the Leicester City striker suffering only from cramp at the end of the 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest. Vardy had been seen limping in added time at the City Ground, but manager Ruud van Nistelrooy alleviated fears that he could be denied a farewell appearance at the King Power Stadium. This Sunday’s game against Ipswich will be Vardy’s 500th for City and his final for the club at the home ground.
Leicestershire man caught out by 20mph limit on road set to revert back to 30mph

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Owen Hughes |Dylan Hayward

A Leicestershire man has fallen foul of Wales' controversial 20mph speed limits on a road that could soon return to 30mph. Martin Toms received his first speeding ticket in 57 years of driving after being caught at 31mph on the A548. Mr Toms, a retired salesman from Melton, had travelled from Leicestershire to stay in Chester with his wife Wendy.
'Substantial changes' made to Leicestershire village solar farm plans amid concerns

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Julia Breens

An energy company says it has made "substantial changes" to plans for a solar farm in the Leicestershire countryside, after hearing concerns from residents. Exagen Development wants to build the farm on the edge of Wymeswold, near Loughborough, and has now submitted a planning application for the scheme to Charnwood Borough Council (CBC).
What Russell Martin wants from new club's owners and fanbase amid Leicester City links

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Jordan Blackwell

Potential Leicester City managerial candidate Russell Martin says his style of play needs to be appreciated by the owners and the fanbase of the next club he joins. City have been linked to the former Southampton boss with Ruud van Nistelrooy’s future in doubt ahead of the club’s return to the Championship. Martin earned promotion with the Saints last season but was sacked in December with the club bottom of the table, a position where they’ve remained.