Loughborough Echo

The Loughborough Echo is a local newspaper published weekly, and it requires a subscription. It is owned by Trinity Mirror plc.

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'Industrial charm' apartment in converted Leicester mill goes on market

18 hours ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Dylan Hayward

The property spans two floorsA "stylish" duplex apartment in a converted textile mill in Leicester city centre has come to market, for offers in the region of £280,000. The two-bedroom property in St Georges Mill, Wimbledon Street, features high ceilings, exposed brickwork and large feature windows and is described by agents as having industrial charm.
Best pub and attractions in Leicestershire named in national awards

18 hours ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Dylan Hayward

Leicestershire has claimed a hat-trick of national tourism awards, with winners including a historic village pub that once doubled as the local mortuary. The centuries-old venue and two top county attractions have been recognised by VisitEngland. Two of the Leicestershire venues took silver awards, and one bronze, at the finals of the organisation's Awards for Excellence, held in Brighton on Wednesday (June 4).
ITV Coronation Street viewers 'disappointed' as fan favourite quits after 25 years

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Dan Laurie |Kiesha Dosanjh |Daniel Laurie

Coronation Street's Eileen Grimshaw, played by Sue Cleaver, has bid farewell to the street she had called home for a quarter of a century. The Loose Women regular joined the ITV soap in 2000, with her character and her sons Jason and Todd Grimshaw moving into number 11. However, not all fans were pleased with how her departure was portrayed. Eileen quickly became a beloved character among viewers, earning numerous accolades for Cleaver's performance.
Leicester man locked dogs inside cramped crates covered in faeces

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Dylan Hayward

WARNING. This article contains images and details that some people might find distressing A Leicester man locked five dogs in crates covered in faeces and left them without food or fresh water. RSPCA officers said they uncovered "unsanitary conditions" throughout the property, with some of the dogs unable to rest comfortably in their cramped cages.
Leicester man caught with £250,000 worth of illicit material

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Dylan Hayward

A Leicester man was caught with £250,000 worth of cocaine in a major drugs operation. Mohamed Gangat was found with large quantities of the Class A drug after officers stopped his vehicle in the North East. The North East Regional Organised Crime Unit (NEROCU), supported by officers from Cleveland Police, had been tracking Gangat's vehicle in Middlesbrough on Wednesday, March 12, before making the stop. A search of the vehicle revealed the 2.5 kilos of cocaine hidden inside.
Alison Hammond forced to make diet changes after health scare

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Lauren Haughey

Alison Hammond has shared the significant lifestyle changes she made to lose weight after discovering she was prediabetic. The TV star, 50, was especially frightened by this diagnosis due to her mother's previous battle with type 2 diabetes. In a recent interview, Alison reflected on a poignant conversation she had with her mother before she sadly passed away in 2020. She said her parent's words really drilled home the fact that she needed to make different decisions.
ITV Emmerdale fans emotional as Jeff Hordley left in tears at British Soap Awards

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Karen Price |Liam De Brun |Liam De Brún

Emmerdale fans were moved by Jeff Hordley's response at the British Soap Awards on Thursday night (June 5). The ceremony, which took place at the Hackney Empire in London on Saturday night (May 31), was broadcast five days later. Despite knowing that EastEnders had swept the board, many viewers were keen to watch the event unfold. Loose Women's Jane McDonald returned as host for the second time, with the awards having been skipped in 2024.
BBC RuPaul's Drag Race star to headline Leicestershire town's first-ever Pride celebration

1 day ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Dylan Hayward

A Leicestershire town is getting ready to host its first LGBTQ+ Pride celebration this weekend. The event will see Coalville Town Football Club transformed into a community hub where visitors can enjoy live performances, drag acts, music and activities for all ages. The day will feature headliner Vicki Vivacious, known for her appearance on season five of the BBC's RuPaul's Drag Race UK, alongside other entertainment and community stalls.
ITV British Soap Awards missed moments including long delays, retakes and Jane McDonald warning

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Karen Price |Charlotte Tutton

The British Soap Awards have made a triumphant return after a year's hiatus, with the ceremony airing on Thursday night. However, the event isn't live. The star-studded ceremony featuring beloved actors from Emmerdale, EastEnders, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks took place on Saturday 31 May with BBC's EastEnders emerging victorious.
ITV Vera star Brenda Blethyn is unrecognisable in first role since TV exit

2 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Fran Winston

Brenda Blethyn, the BAFTA-winning actress, has swapped her iconic Vera outfit for a more glamorous ensemble in her latest role. The 79-year-old actress bid farewell to the beloved ITV detective series in January this year after featuring in 56 episodes over a span of 14 years. Now, she's back on set portraying the older Emma Harte in Channel 4's adaptation of Barbara Taylor-Bradford's 1979 novel, A Woman of Substance.