Bin collections across Leicestershire district missed due to coronavirus absences
And some homes may now have a three week gap between collections
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Search and rescue operation to find injured walker in Bradgate Park
The rambler had suffered leg injuries in the park
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New Years honours for Leicestershire include a 95-year-old for five decades of dedication
Tony Bradley is among several Leicestershire people to receive awards
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Seriously ill man thought the doctors and nurses at Leicester hospital were trying to kill him
But if it wasn’t for Glenfield medics he would have died
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‘Lots of people just walking about’: Leicestershire tourist attractions and their worst TripAdvisor reviews
One family dubbed The Space Centre ‘boring’ and a ‘waste of time’
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‘Be prepared’: Environment Agency issues flood warning for Leicestershire river
Further rain is expected in the coming days
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Which Leicestershire park cafes are open over Christmas and new year – and when
Here’s where you can treat yourself to a cuppa after your walk
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Protection zone in place after new bird flu case
The following press release was issued by Leicestershire County Council:
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Leicestershire road named as one of the most expensive to live on in the UK
A road in Leicestershire beats out competition from the rest of the East Midlands
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Vandals tear up trees days after they were planted
Yobs previously targeted the green space a few months ago
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Warning as electricity works set to shut country road for five weeks
The lane lies just outside Leicester
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Christmas coronary warning as heart disease and cardiac arrests rise over festive season
Warning to people to think of their heart this Christmas
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Tributes paid to ‘real character’ who served his community for nearly 50 years
Harvey Green was the postmaster of Cropston Post Office
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Dog with slashed neck among five found abandoned near Bradgate Park
RSPCA warns winter crisis is looming over abandoned pets
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Popular pub re-opens after £360,000 refurbishment – complete with heated chalet-style cabins
The pub now has heated chalet-style cabins – complete with TV screens
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Plan for 93 homes on pastureland near Bradgate Park delayed after warnings of ‘severe’ impact
Locals fear the extra homes would put local services under strain
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Leicestershire’s very own ‘TARDIS’ and historic ambulance station given protected status
Buildings described as ‘rare’ and ‘iconic’ parts of the county’s heritage
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ADVERTORIAL: Six reasons why we should all celebrate 100 years of the University of Leicester
Founded as a living memorial to the people after World War I, this is a ground-breaking university
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Council funding for speed reduction campaign
THE BOROUGH COUNCIL has set aside £10,000 in a bid to tackle speeding motorists in areas of Hinckley.
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Man dragged woman out of shopping centre store around two minute silence on Armistice Day
Victim is said to have only suffered minor injuries during the incident
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Puppy tossed into air as woman attacked by robber while walking in Bradgate Park
The victim has appealed to the public for information on her attacker
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Time to nominate your sporting heroes
GET READY to cast your votes and help to find Hinckley & Bosworth’s Active Champions of 2021.
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Remembering lost loved ones at Christmas
The Atkins Gallery in Hinckley has installed a Coronavirus Christmas Remembrance Tree where people can hang an ornament to represent and remember someone they have lost to COVID-19.
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Unsung Hero Award for Hinckley Town Tennis Club Coach
A prominent tennis coach and member of Hinckley Town Tennis Club has won the BBC East Midlands Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero Award for 2021.
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Borough Council & Hinckley BID’s Festive Family Fun Run 2021
Another festive event returns this year with the Borough Council and Hinckley BID’s Festive Family Fun Run (0.8 mile) on Sunday 5 December.
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Outdoor carol service to return
HINCKLEY’S annual outdoor carol service will bring some early festive spirit to the town centre in December.
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Partnership supports White Ribbon Campaign
Awareness of how to report domestic abuse is being highlighted to residents across Hinckley and Bosworth this month.
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A Festive Feast for shoppers
A Sunday food and craft market offering a selection of hot and cold food plus crafts, collectibles and gifts will be returning to Market Place, Hinckley on Sunday 12 December from 10am until 4pm.
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Have your say on Hinckley’s signs
RESIDENTS, motorists and visitors navigating the town centre are being invited to have their say on new signage that is being proposed for Hinckley.
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The Christmas lights switch-on makes a return, November 2021
Hinckley town centre welcomed the return of the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on on Friday night (19 November) after the popular annual event was cancelled last year due to the pandemic.
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Pumping station for sale with stunning views over Bradgate Park has price slashed
You’ll still need to have quite a lot of cash burning a hole in your pocket mind
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Christmas and New Year arrangements 2021
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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Hinckley’s Spectacular Christmas Lights switch-on
Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on event will be making a very welcome return to Hinckley Town Centre later this month after the popular annual event had to be cancelled last year.
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Bradgate Park offering unique opportunity to visit Santa in Old John Tower
Certainly a different kind of Santa’s grotto experience!
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Trial of electric refuse and recycling bin lorry
In the drive towards fossil fuel alternatives to power vehicles, the Borough Council are trialling an electric refuse and recycling bin lorry for waste collections this week.
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How borough residents can support COP26
The 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) begins in Glasgow.
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Map reveals the healthiest and unhealthiest parts of Leicester to live in
Where gets the worst ratings?
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Spooky tales of hauntings at Leicestershire landmarks for Halloween
Ghosts and ghouls abound at some of our more eerie historical haunts
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley 2021
HINCKLEY’S annual Remembrance Sunday service will take place on Sunday 14 November at the Argents Mead war memorial.
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The unique Leicester experiences you can’t get anywhere else in the East Midlands
Take that, Nottingham, Derby, Lincoln and Northampton
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£19.9 million bid succeeds to boost local economy
A TRANSFORMATIONAL BID for a multi-million pound major new Natural Science and Conservation Centre at Twycross Zoo has been approved.
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Rutland teacher finds entire potato in pack of Kettle Chips
He says it simply refused to be a crisp
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Double accolade for town parks as ‘Green Flags’ awarded
TWO HINCKLEY parks are once again among the best in the UK after they were awarded a much coveted green flag – a prestigious accolade that is only awarded to the very best parks and green spaces.
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Hinckley high street heritage zone plans
Following a recent town centre survey, the Borough Council have taken the decision to retain a popular town centre car park in its entirety.
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Antlers clash as Bradgate Park rut gets into full swing
The battles have been captured by park volunteer photographers
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Six picturesque Leicestershire villages for perfect days out
Give the theme parks and tourist traps a swerve with these gorgeous spots
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Cash boost secured to improve safety of women and girls
18 parks across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland will see improvements
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Hate Crime Awareness Week | Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council
Anyone who has experienced hate crime in the borough will be encouraged to reach out to support services to report their experiences.
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Hate Crime Awareness Week
Anyone who has experienced hate crime in the borough will be encouraged to reach out to support services to report their experiences.
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No tricks, just treats as ‘Spooktacular Saturday’ returns to Hinckley
Look out for ghosts, ghouls, witches and wizards in Hinckley town centre on Saturday 30 October, 10am to 3pm when the town centre hosts its annual Spooktacular event.
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