Feast Hinckley returns, 2024
POPULAR food and drink festival returns to Argents Mead, Hinckley over the weekend 3 to 4 August, 10am to 5pm with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine.
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General
Issued by Midlands Connect:
A5: New research ‘further evidence’ in need for upgrade.
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Funding boosts for voluntary groups and organisations
Voluntary and community groups working with residents across the borough are being encouraged to apply for their share of two new grants.
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Borough Council launches ‘climate change’ photo competition
Photography enthusiasts are invited to capture an image which represents climate change within the borough as part of a photographic competition being launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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Leicestershire named as UK’s most affordable place for ‘staycation’
The survey was based on the price of hotel rooms in the county
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£80,000 available to boost rural businesses and organisations
Rural businesses and organisations are being invited to apply for grants.
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Leicestershire pubs owned by England cricketers to launch breakfast menu
‘We’ve been contemplating serving breakfast at both of our pubs for a while now’
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Discover the best photo locations in Leicestershire: From Bradgate Park to Leicester Canal
We’ve selected some of our favourite places in the city and county that are perfect for a photoshoot
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Leicestershire forever home sought for Staffy who could be anyone’s ‘snuggle buddy’
The ‘invaluable’ work of Dogs Trust Loughborough has helped many dogs find a new home
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New petrol station becomes Leicestershire’s cheapest for fuel this weekend
Latest figures show that prices are remaining steady, but the cost of living crisis is affecting many at the pumps
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Council awarded top prize at Royal Town Planning Institute Awards Ceremony
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council was awarded ‘Planning Authority of the Year – East Midlands’ at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) East Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence (26 June).
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Uniform Swap Shop launched by Borough Council
School uniform swap shops are set to open in local co-ops and community venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this summer to help families prepare for the new school term.
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Petition to increase pupil numbers at popular school launched
The appeal has attracted scores of signatures
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Leicestershire’s cheapest places for petrol and diesel as prices begin to fall
Some pumps are charging around 3p per litre fewer than just a week ago
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Police confirm body found near Glenfield Hospital is missing man, 36
Daniel Ludkin had been last seen early on Tuesday morning
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Change of constituency for some voters
Some people in the borough will cast their votes in a different constituency during the general election on Thursday 4 July.
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Body found in search for missing man, 36
Officers had turned to the public to help find Daniel Ludkin
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Pedestrian hit by car on A50 near Glenfield Hospital
The county-bound section of the A50 was closed for several hours
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Cheapest places for petrol and diesel this weekend in Leicestershire
Prices have fallen, but warnings are still in force amid the continuing cost of living crisis
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Proms in the Park 2024
HINCKLEY’S Hollycroft Park will come alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returns on Saturday 8 June.
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Beacon lighting to mark D-Day anniversary
Hinckley and Bosworth will shine a light as it prepares to take part in an historic national event marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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Leicester Buzz Bingo player wins nearly £22,000
The player won the Community Pot of Gold Jackpot Game
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Grand 1850s house and 129 acres near Bradgate Park on market for £5 million
It has panoramic views of its grounds
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Leicestershire stars and stories nominated for National Television Awards
Huncote’s Fool Me Once star Richard Armitage also has four nominations
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Britain’s top 30 villages revealed – and Leicestershire makes the list
Property experts have now compiled a list of the most sought-after villages in the entire country
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Leicestershire’s ‘Nine Day Queen’ gets radical new look for Prime Video’s My Lady Jane
A star-studded cast will look at an alternate history where the Bradgate Park-born monarch survived
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Tenants’ satisfaction survey results revealed
Council housing tenants in Hinckley and Bosworth have given housing services a thumbs up in a recent survey.
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Company re-applies for permission to run controversial children’s home in Leicestershire village
There is ‘significant local opposition’ to the plan
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Council Community Houses transformed into Centres for Warmth
Community Houses will also be operating as ‘Centres for Warmth’ to provide warm, safe, and welcoming spaces for residents who are struggling with the cost of living thanks to funding from Cadent.
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Communities set to celebrate with anniversary fund
Community and voluntary groups across Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of a fund to commemorate the Borough Council’s milestone anniversary.
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Order to protect public spaces renewed
Rules that help tackle the problems associated with public drinking, the taking of drugs and so-called ‘legal highs’ in all public areas of the borough have been renewed by the Borough Council.
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Borough Council celebrating 50-year anniversary with event at Hollycroft Park
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council will be hosting a one-off dedicated ‘birthday celebration’ on Saturday 25 May at Hollycroft Park, 12 noon until 8pm to commemorate its 50-year anniversary.
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Woman’s trauma after being groped by hospital drunk
Jonathan Saunt denied the offence but turned up drunk for his trial and was found guilty in his absence
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Bradgate Park gains National Nature Reserve status to protect rare fossils
The beauty spot even inspired a young David Attenborough’s love of nature
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Shoppers urged to ‘Love your local market’
Hinckley Market traders have joined thousands of others around the country to unite as part of the ‘Love Your Local Market Campaign’.
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Burbage Common open day event cancelled to ground conditions
Due to recent weather conditions, the Borough Council have reluctantly had to make the decision to cancel this Sunday’s Burbage Common Open Day (19 May).
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Move into mindfulness with new exhibition
A new exhibition will open at Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery coinciding with National Mental Health Week and to support residents’ health and well-being.
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New Hinckley and Bosworth Mayor Robin Webber-Jones
One of the highlights of the civic year and an event which marks the official start of the council’s 50th anniversary celebrations took place on Tuesday (14 May).
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Leicestershire’s cheapest places for petrol and diesel this Bank Holiday weekend
A warning remains in place for Leicestershire drivers as prices continue to rise
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Council urges residents to ‘Walk This May’
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council is encouraging residents to take some walking exercise as part of the ‘Walk This May’ national campaign.
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Big Pit Contractor now on notice to keep road clean
Contractors working on Hinckley’s Big Pit site have been served a Community Protection Notice, requiring them to clear mud from the road surrounding the Ashby Road site or face criminal sanctions.
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HSE concludes investigation into water main ‘explosion’ that left woman seriously injured
The firms were working on behalf of Severn Trent Water at the time
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BMW destroyed in blaze near Bradgate Park as fire service provides advice to drivers
The fire was believed to have started accidentally, emergency services said
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Crash shuts A50 near Glenfield – live updates
The crash happened near Station Road on the A50 Leicester Road
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Motorcyclist taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash near Glenfield
Leicestershire Police said it was called to a report of a collision between a motorbike and a car
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See inside the pubs a Leicestershire brewery is looking for people to run
It has more than 150 pubs across the region
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Where to find Leicestershire’s cheapest petrol and diesel this weekend
Industry bodies have warned continued price rises are ‘not a good sign’ for drivers
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Memorial unveiled to woman who gifted Argents Mead
A Hinckley woman who gifted Argents Mead to the council so that residents across the borough could enjoy the open space has been honoured with a commemorative memorial plaque in her name.
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Leicestershire Police launch appeal to find missing man
He was last seen in Leicester yesterday morning (Monday, April 8)
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Sky Atlantic’s Mary & George is an eye-opening romp of Leicestershire’s royal seducers
Julianne Moore and Nicholas Galitzine swear to their heart’s content in a bid to charm the monarch
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