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Rick Martins who has been calling for action to repair the potholes in Theddingworth Road between Hothorpe Hall and Marston Trussell.

Is this the worst road for potholes in district?

A frustrated resident who has been waiting four months for proper repairs to a pothole- ridden road outside his home says the highway needs to be completely resurfaced.

Stall holder John Cleaver confronts councillor Michael Rook at the indoor market in one fo the more challenging issues to crop up during Cllr Rook's leadership. (Picture: Andrew Carpenter/001395-91)

Outgoing council leader looks back on his time in charge

The departing leader of Harborough Council has reflected on his time at the helm in his final column for the Mail.

Time bank launched to swap skills

An innovative new time bank project in which people offer their skills in exchange for help from others is being launched in Lutterworth.

Scene of the accident after a car ploughed into a wall in Kibworth Harcourt

Video: Car crashes through wall video

A driver, who is not believed to be seriously injured, was taken to hospital after their car crashed through a six-foot wall into a garden.

Rachel Panther interviews Chris Allington, managing director of Oxford Innovation, in one of the videos on the Spark website.

Exciting new business project Sparks into life

A new initiative which is hoping to inspire bussinessmen and women in Harborough district is proving popular just one week after it launched.

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Slideshow: A week in pictures video

A selection of pictures taken by Mail snappers over the last seven days.

Sport rss

Clubbing together...Penny Squires, Cilla Squires and Suzi Munton. (Mail Picture: Andrew Carpenter/001610-77)

Players needed for Mail’s charity golf day

A charity golf day is being organised by the Harborough Mail to help raise funds for a good cause at the same time as having a fun day out on the course.

London 2012 stars at castle for trials

Riders from 16 countries, including ten veterans from the London 2012 Olympic Games, will be at Rockingham Castle this weekend for the Brigstock International Horse Trials.

Blustery conditions during Saturday's racing and, below, winner Ian Clarke

Sudden squalls test Hollowell sailors

Ten boats competing in a race at Hollowell capsized after a sudden squall hit the reservoir.

Market Harborough, Welland Park School rugby teams successes: Combined u.14, u.13, and u.12s teams.

Fantastic achievement for rugby teams who all reached finals

Rugby teams have been doing their school proud this season.

Market Harborough, Welland Park School rugby teams successes: Combined u.14, u.13, and u.12s teams.

Olympic hopeful Dylan is buoyed by first success

Market Harborough sailor Dylan Fletcher is looking for more success having picked up his first World Cup regatta victory.

Push the boat out and try sailing club

Try sailing or windsurfing for free at a family open day at Hollowell Reservoir on Saturday, May 18.

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Peter Buckingham is head of residential sales at Andrew Granger & Co in Market Harborough

Market Thoughts: Welcome back first-time buyers

The Council of Mortgage Lenders recently confirmed the percentage of first-time buyers in the property market are at a five-year high.

The new screens at Henderson Connellan in St Mary's Road, Harborough

Agent News: LED screens lighting up agency’s displays

The future is looking bright for Harborough estate agency Henderson Connellan following their recent office refurbishment and addition of a new sales team member.

Open gardens fundraiser

Villagers are opening their gardens to visitors in Creaton on Sunday, June 2.

Mark Robinson is chief executive of Market Harborough Building Society

Market Thoughts: Time to Buy by Mark Robinson

Like most men, if I ever get the job of doing the supermarket shop, there are some things I will always buy on price; like “own brand” toothpaste and washing up liquid. .

The Movie Makers interview Martin Johnson at last year's Olympic Torch relay

Life captured on film by Movie Makers

Harborough Movie Makers’ annual film show is running at the town theatre for two nights.

New gym opens with Spartan fitness area

A new gym has opened in Harborough providing members with a number of novel new ways to get fit.

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Mail Memories: A tight squeeze

This river cruiser was safely squeezed through the streets of Harborough in June 1981.

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Picnic event to raise awareness of charity

Hampers are packed, rugs are at the ready and fingers are crossed for fine weather ahead of the launch of a special day for members of the Widowed and Young (WAY) charity.

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Mail Memories: Looking Back

A look back at what was making the headlines ten, 25 and fifty years ago this week (May 16, 2013)

Singles evening to aid Air Ambulance

A Harborough bar is hosting a singles evening in aid of the Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance next Thursday.

Model railway day at village hall

Model railway enthusiasts are in for a treat at Medbourne Village Hall on Saturday.

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Century-old May Queen tradition still going strong in village

Stoke Albany crowned its May Queen in the continuation of a tradition stretching back more than 100 years.

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