Episode
John Shires: A Calendar Legend | Leicester News
- Published
- Jul 5, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 88
- Processing state
not_requested
Actions
POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/leicester-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7589499/episodes/john-shires-a-calendar-legend-leicester-news/transcription-requests
Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode.GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/leicester-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7589499/john-shires-a-calendar-legend-leicester-news.md
Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource.
Summary
Veteran ITV Calendar presenter John Shires, beloved for his wit, warmth, and thirty-year run on the regional news, has died at 71. A true “class act” and gentleman, he brought joy to millions with his charm, humor, and passion for cricket, golf, sailing, and Huddersfield Town. Colleagues and fans alike mourn his loss, remembering him as a cornerstone of their nightly routine and a man who made every broadcast feel personal. His legacy as a “Calendar legend” endures, leaving a void that will be deeply felt. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1f7f4302ca4eca8a