Woman’s diabetes almost killed her – and now she’s home for Christmas
She spent 331 days of 2025 at Glenfield Hospital
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Awards celebrate local volunteers
Volunteers who make a real difference in Hinckley and Bosworth were honoured at the annual Making a Difference awards, recently held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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BALLERS Pool Lounge opens in The Crescent, Hinckley
BALLERS Pool Lounge will officially open in Hinckley’s The Crescent this week, the first of its kind in the shopping complex.
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Visitors enjoy popular Festive Feast market in Hinckley
Thousands of people enjoyed the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market in Hinckley on Sunday (14 December).
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Give your views on economic future of Hinckley and Bosworth
People in Hinckley and Bosworth are being asked for their views to shape the next five years of economic regeneration in the borough.
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Christmas and New Year arrangements 2025
The following opening times during the Christmas and New Year period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services.
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New planters at Community Hospital
The Borough Council has helped to install new garden planters at Hinckley & Bosworth Community Hospital, creating more vibrant spaces for patients.
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Eight councils submit bold vision for local government structure
Eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have worked together to submit a bold vision to Government for future council structures.
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Urgent government action needed on business rate relief changes
Market towns across Leicestershire have joined forces to urge government to reconsider proposed changes to business rates relief, which they say threaten the future of hundreds of small businesses.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on
Thousands of people visited Hinckley town centre to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
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A peek inside ‘proper gem’ Leicester pub that’s reopened after refurbishment
The Bradgate pub and restaurant is located next to the popular Bradgate Park
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Injunction and power of arrest issued for anti-social behaviour at property in Burbage
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council has successfully been granted an injunction and power of arrest on an individual, following complaints of anti-social behaviour by the tenant.
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Council flat closed after Anti-Social complaints
A council flat in Earl Shilton has been closed for three months after neighbours raised concerns over anti-social behaviour.
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Popular Bradgate Park tearoom opens second location at another nearby beauty spot
The new venture is at a council-owned cafe in another country park
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New festive walking trail launched for light switch-on event
Visitors to Hinckley’s Christmas light switch-on event will be able to win prizes in a fun and free new festive walking trail when they come along on Friday 21 November.
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Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas season
Christmas shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost once again this year with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on 2025
Thousands of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
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Hinckley students scoop prizes in Recycling Hero competition
Five Hinckley youngsters have been crowned Recycling Heroes after scooping prizes at a school competition.
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European medical history made after successful procedure at Glenfield Hospital
Similar procedures have already been trialled in the US
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Borough Council service helps Margaret, 90, after fall
A service from the Borough Council helped a 90-year-old Hinckley woman to summon help quickly when she fell outside her home earlier this month.
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Successful outcomes for unhappy neighbours in Earl Shilton and Barwell
Residents in Earl Shilton and Barwell have had their recent complaints heard and acted upon by the Borough Council’s planning enforcement team.
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Spooktacular celebrated in Hinckley
Families, shoppers, and visitors celebrated Halloween in style when they took part in the Borough Council’s popular Spooktacular on Saturday (25 October).
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Community Initiative funds open for applications 2026/27
Community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of the Borough Council’s Parish Community Initiative Fund and Hinckley Community Initiative Fund.
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Delivering devolution and growth key to a council reorganisation plan published today
A draft plan to reorganise councils, accelerate devolution and unlock economic growth across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been published today.
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Pub near Bradgate Park to ‘raise the bar’ under new ownership
The site is currently closed for refurbishment
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Have your say on Local Plan
Residents, community groups, local businesses and others with an interest in the area are invited to give their views on the latest draft of the Hinckley and Bosworth Local Plan.
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Free tree scheme launches for 2025
Residents, businesses and community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are again being invited to apply for free trees to help make the borough a greener place and to help fight climate change.
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Borough Council hosts free business events to boost skills and connections across Hinckley and Bosworth
Businesses in Hinckley and Bosworth are invited to take advantage of two free upcoming events hosted by the Borough Council and local partners.
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Two members of shoplifting gang who targeted independent shop are caught
They stole toys worth £287 from the Watkinghams Gift Shop
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Council Leader issues statement to reassure residents
The Leader of the Borough Council has spoken out in support of a proud and inclusive borough while highlighting concerns about misinformation which may be alarming residents.
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Controlled explosion takes place at Bradgate Park after live grenade found
It is not the first grenade to be found at the popular park
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Atkins Gallery dives into the depths with Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 exhibition
The Atkins Gallery is delighted to present the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 Exhibition, showcasing the breathtaking beauty and diversity of life beneath the surface.
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Man found with stab wound in Leicestershire garden
He is in a serious condition in hospital
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Businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth gain free access to a new free Learning Hub
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC) and Hinckley BID have launched a new business learning hub in partnership with SEEDL, a virtual live learning subscription service.
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Coat exchange scheme to launch
A coat exchange scheme is coming to venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this autumn.
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Demolished social club to make way for new Greggs and extended petrol station
This new scheme is looking to make further changes to the development
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All the Leicestershire pubs entering CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2026
There are 12 new entries from around the county
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New Pool Hall & Sports Bar set to open in The Crescent
The Crescent is set to welcome its first-ever Pool Hall & Sports Bar, marking a milestone in its nine-year history.
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Meet the Leicester women baring all for ‘powerful’ campaign to help baby boy
They are aiming to raise thousands for the youngster
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Councils across Leicestershire launch campaign to tackle long-term impact of litter
Councils across Leicestershire are shining a spotlight on the lasting environmental impact of litter with the launch of the Litter Lives On campaign.
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Victorian Leicester landmark to host first ever food fair this weekend
Pies, curries and waffles will be among the tasty treats on offer
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Reform UK councillor blames ‘mass immigration’ for low Leicestershire reservoir levels
Severn Trent have said there is a different reason for the issue
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Drivers charged after Leicester collision killed taxi passenger enter pleas
The crash seriously injured two other people
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Eight scenic Leicestershire spots to enjoy a walk this autumn
Many include children’s play areas too
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See inside ‘historic’ Leicestershire Edwardian house up for sale
Estate agents say it is a ‘rare’ property
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New exhibition marks Second World War anniversaries
A new exhibition remembering the end of the Second World War is now open at the Atkins Gallery.
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Visitors enjoy a fun-filled Burbage Common Open Day
Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day on Sunday (7 September) at its annual open day event.
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North, City, South council leaders cannot support city boundary expansion in draft reorganisation plan
A joint statement from the eight North, City, South councils in Leicestershire and Rutland:
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The Leicestershire restaurant offering ‘diverse menu’ of fusion food and retro puddings
A ‘niche in the market’ was spotted by the owner
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Heritage Open Days return for 2025
History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.
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