News in Coalville

Bardon Hill-based Barratt Developments is planning a phased reopening of its construction sites from Monday (11 May).

Britain's biggest housebuilder had temporarily closed all sales centres, construction sites and offices, due to the coronavirus pandemic, by 27 March.

A further two care home deaths linked to the coronavirus have occurred in North West Leicestershire, new figures reveal.

It comes as care home bosses across the UK warn of problems in sourcing sufficient levels of personal protective equipment (PPE), while Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the number of deaths in care homes is still "far too high".

Coalville businesses are being thanked for donating food and essentials included in care packages distributed to vulnerable residents across the district during the coronavirus pandemic.

North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC) is creating and delivering the parcels and the donations from local businesses have been crucial to the effort.

Footy fans are being invited to join a fundraising relay to boost Coalville Town's coffers and commemorate the ninth anniversary of the club's Wembley appearance.

The Ravens' fundraiser is being organised by youth team secretary Wayne McDermott who is keen to keep players united and engaged during the Coronavirus lockdown.

An Ibstock man has been jailed for 12 weeks after pleading guilty to burglary.

On April 12 this year, Kyle Duncan broke into Ibstock Miners Welfare in Leicester Road and stole bottles of alcohol.

Coalville Police have issued another example in the fight against drugs in the area - and it involves missing door!

Officers raided a property on Tuesday morning in relation to drugs offences in the Coalville area.

Leicestershire County Council Labour Group - led by Coalville Councillor Terri Enyon - has presented a 'Submission to Cabinet' this week in which it raises concerns over key worker testing.

It strongly supports the proposal to resume community testing and contact tracing and believes this should be carried out by Local Government, not outsourced.

North West Leicestershire District Council has given more details about now the 75th anniversary of VE Day will be celebrated in Coalville.

Friday marks the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day and with events across the district sadly cancelled, the district council has worked with partners to ensure the celebrations and commemorations can continue safely at home.

Nearly all eligible North West Leicestershire businesses have received cash as part of a scheme to help them stay afloat during the Covid-19 pandemic – one of the highest rates in England.

And the District earns top marks compared to other authorities in the country.

Three people have been arrested at addresses in Coalville and Ashby as part of an ongoing police operation.

North West Leicestershire Police said on their Facebook page the offences were drug-related.