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Lubenham Hill homes plan to be thrown out - for now

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:54:41 GMT

An application to build 126 homes on Lubenham Hill in Harborough is set to be thrown out by councillors.

Golf club’s homes plan set for the green light

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:32:23 GMT

Plans to build 53 homes on a the southern end of Ullesthorpe Golf course are set to be given the go-ahead.

Italian deli to open in Harborough

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:04:39 GMT

An Italian food importer and wholesaler is to open a delicatessen in Harborough town centre.

Grand opening weekend for new showroom

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:41:46 GMT

The success of a man’s business from home has led him to open a new showroom in St Mary’s Road, Harborough.

Treatment made me feel ready to go dancing

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:06:12 GMT

Colonic irrigation is a practice that has been going on for centuries and yet the subject matter is still somewhat taboo. Here we interview one woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, who underwent the procedure who hopes that her experience will allay some of the myths surrounding colonic irrigation and give you an insight into what a session at a Harborough clinic involves.

Historic Mail auctioned at Gildings

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:40:59 GMT

A copy of the Mail’s first edition from January 1854 has sold at auction today (Tuesday).

Former leader has ‘no further comment to make’ in letter row

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:25:49 GMT

The former leader of Harborough Council who was suspended after he sent a letter to the Mail criticising his successor says he has no further comment to make on the issue.

Councillors encouraged to use Twitter

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:09:26 GMT

Harborough District councillors are being encouraged to join social media services such as Twitter in a bid to improve communication with residents.

Columnist: How to...avoid tennis injuries

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:46:03 GMT

With Wimbledon just around the corner, Harborough’s Dr Tracy Dixon has compiled a handy guide to help people avoid tennis injuries.

Harborough firm to feature on TV makeover show

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:18:29 GMT

Harborough-based company The Furniture Barn will be appearing on the new Channel 4 show ‘Hollywood Me’ this week.

Developer marketing controversial homes site

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:44:20 GMT

Homes being built on a controversial development site in Harborough are being marketed for sale.

Arson attack on car

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:18:04 GMT

A car was completely destroyed in an arson attack.

Get back on the saddle for Bike Week

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:37:19 GMT

Take to two wheels for national Bike Week from 15 to 23 June, and enjoy a leisurely family bike ride or an invigorating cycle to work.

Police review could give us a better service

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:02:10 GMT

The review that has been launched into the future of the police stations in Market Harborough and Lutterworth need not necessarily be a bad thing.

Sir Edward recognises the importance of In Bloom volunteers

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:57:26 GMT

A celebration of volunteers has seen Harborough MP Sir Edward Garnier pay a visit to the Harborough in Bloom volunteer’s plant nursery in Welland Park.

Mail columnist: are we in denial over climate change?

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:56:51 GMT

I believe the greatest challenge to our planet is climate change and global warming.

Crocheting is where it’s at!

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:39:56 GMT

Small businesses start all the time and with so many industry giants controlling the business world, it’s easy to forget about them. They’re an important part of the economy though, and it’s a shame that more of them don’t get the publicity they deserve.

Tables turned as firefighters come to aid of recovery firm

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:53:39 GMT

The shoe was on the other foot briefly yesterday afternoon (Thursday) after firefighters were called to assist a Harborough recovery firm.

Dairy firm encouraging people to recycle

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:32:45 GMT

Dairy firm Kirby and West is encouraging its Market Harborough customers to embrace the three Rs ahead of National Recycling Week, starting Monday (June 17).

‘One stupid decision caused chaos’, admits driver

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:24:46 GMT

A man who was charged with driving dangerously after causing an accident on a road near Wilbarston has been handed a 12-week suspended prison sentence.