Hinckley pancake race returns
As all pancake lovers know, Shrove Tuesday is the time to get the frying pan out and practice those ‘tossing and catching’ skills, trying not to leave your creation attached to the kitchen ceiling.
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News
Unemployment almost at record low thanks to booming logistics sector
More large business developments are planned for the county
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Troubled 25-year-old who ‘battled anorexia’ at Glenfield Hospital died after taking illegal slimming pills
‘In our opinion the system failed Annie’
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Hinckley creative arts exhibition inspires competitive spirit
Creative arts students at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College’s Hinckley Campus have mounted an exhibition based on the theme of ‘Respect for the Environment’.
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Bradgate Park offers dream job for nature lovers
The country park is on the look-out for more rangers
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ARG Omicron support grant now open
Applications for a new business grant which will aim to help a range of affected businesses and charities which do not meet the criteria for other grants are now open.
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Charming ‘chocolate box’ Leicestershire village named one of the ‘poshest’ in England
Residents have their own private members’ club and stunning views of the countryside – but the houses are rather pricey
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Leicestershire’s most treasured hidden gems – according to those in the know
Believe it or not – one of them is a stone’s throw away from a supermarket car park
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Searches under way for missing woman, 38
Amandeep Kaur was last seen on Thursday morning
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American Pit Bull attacked dogs and women – now a court is to rule whether he should be destroyed
The dog, called Rio, escaped through an open front door and caused terror in street, court hears
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Sheltered housing scheme handed over to Borough Council
A NEW sheltered housing scheme Ambion Court in Market Bosworth has been officially handed back to the Borough Council following a 15-month building programme.
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Residents urged to have their say on Rail Freight plans
The public consultation for the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange has begun today.
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Leicestershire walkers encouraged to take on 75 mile National Forest Trek starting at Beacon Hill
Could be an ideal challenge if you enjoy being in the great outdoors
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Police lay out plans to make parks safer for girls and women
Nearly £600,000 is being spent at 18 parks across Leicester and the county towns
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Leicester has been named one of worst 50 places to live in the UK in 2022 by iLiveHere – here’s 50 reasons why it’s not
We live here and we wouldn’t swap it for anything
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Through the keyhole of Leicestershire’s most expensive properties currently on the market
One of the mansions even comes with a helipad
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Look around cute Arts and Crafts thatched mansion in the heart of Charnwood Forest
The property is on sale of £2.5 million
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Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant now open
Applications for a new business grant which will aim to help the hospitality and leisure sector in Hinckley and Bosworth are now open.
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Man, 83, has pension snatched from his hand at city centre cash machine
He gave chase but the young thief got away
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Extra Support Grant launched to support coronavirus affected businesses
Hospitality, tourism, events and recreational businesses across the borough that have seen their trade hit by coronavirus may be eligible to apply for a new Extra Support Grant of up to £10,000.
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Police Taser suspect after being charged at and spat on by man ‘assaulting people in park’
‘Stand back! Stand back!’
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Everything you need to know about new Covid variant found in France
The strain was detected by experts in Marseille
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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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