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Parish councillor censured
Published on 3 February 2012
A Parish Councillor from Groby has been censured by Hinckley & Bosworth’s Standards Committee after being found to be in breach of the Parish Council Code of Conduct.
Over 500 take advantage of free insulation offer
Published on Wednesday 1 February 2012 in Sustainability press releases
OVER 500 residents in Hinckley & Bosworth have taken advantage of a special offer to have energy-saving loft and cavity wall insulation installed in their homes completely free of charge.
Stop and Tell campaign 2012
Published on Friday 20 January 2012 in Mental health press releases
Issued on behalf of Leicestershire County Council
Atkins to host first Wedding Fair
Published on Friday 20 January 2012 in Events press releases
Hinckley’s Grade II listed Atkins Building will play host to couples planning a wedding when it holds its first Wedding Fair next month.
Care for dementia sufferers comes under scrutiny
Published on Wednesday 18 January 2012 in Mental health press releases
THE care that’s provided for dementia sufferers in Hinckley & Bosworth will be coming under closer scrutiny this spring.
Sport Relief is back and it’s coming to Hinckley
Published on Tuesday 17 January 2012 in Events press releases
The Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile is back – and it’s coming to Hinckley and Bosworth!
Theatre has open day for children
Published on Monday 16 January 2012 in Arts - information and advice press releases
Issued on behalf of the Concordia Theatre, Hinckley
Woman fraudulently claimed almost £5,000 in benefits
Published on Friday 13 January 2012 in Benefits - fraud investigation press releases
A GROBY woman fraudulently claimed almost £5,000 in benefits after failing to tell Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council that her employment income had increased by a considerable amount.
Grants available for inspired young people
Published on Tuesday 10 January 2012 in Grants - community facilities press releases
YOUNG people in Hinckley & Bosworth are being offered a chance to apply for a small financial incentive of up to £50 to try out a new creative or sporting activity.
Borough’s streets are amongst the country’s cleanest
Published on Friday 6 January 2012 in Street care and cleaning press releases
THE streets of Hinckley & Bosworth are amongst the cleanest in the country – according to the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE).
Workplaces urged to rise to the fitness challenge
Published on Tuesday 3 January 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
WORKPLACES across the borough are being urged to take part in the second annual ‘Active Together Workplace Challenge’ that starts this month.
Week of fun activities planned
Published on Tuesday 3 January 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
A WEEK of fun activities has been planned this month to help blow away the Christmas cobwebs and get people out and more active.
Barwell Sustainable Urban Extension
Published on Tuesday 3 January 2012 in Sustainable development - general press releases
Residents to have their say on plans for major investment in Barwell. Issued on behalf of Lexington Communications.
Exciting new classes for adults and tots
Published on Friday 23 December 2011 in Leisure and culture press releases
AN EXCITING new way for adults and their tots to keep fit is being launched at the Hinckley Club for Young People (Green Towers) in the New Year.
Barwell’s Youth Café a Community Effort
Published on Tuesday 20 December 2011 in Council news press releases
The opening of Barwell’s new Youth Café proved to be a real community effort thanks to the overwhelming support received from volunteers and businesses in the village.
‘Green’ burials now offered in Hinckley
Published on Monday 19 December 2011 in Funeral - burials press releases
The Borough Council has developed a new area in a Hinckley Cemetery for people who want a more environmentally friendly method of burial for their loved ones or a future resting place for themselves.
East Midlands Crimestoppers launch campaign to tackle Domestic Violence in Leicestershire
Published on Monday 19 December 2011 in Domestic violence press releases
Issued on behalf of East Midlands Crimestoppers.
Plaque marks 700th anniversary of Hinckley Market
Published on Thursday 15 December 2011 in Council news press releases
A SPECIAL commemorative plaque is being unveiled next week to mark the 700th anniversary of Hinckley’s historic market.
Recycling collections now even greener
Published on Wednesday 14 December 2011 in Council news press releases
The Council’s Vehicle Fleet used to serve Hinckley and Bosworth residents have used 50,000 litres less fuel this year compared to last year.
Christmas and New Year arrangements
Published on Monday 12 December 2011 in Council news press releases
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:
Christmas diners urged to ‘Take a look before you book’
Published on Wednesday 7 December 2011 in Council news press releases
Thinking of organising a meal out?
Pupils plant trees in new wildlife area
Published on Tuesday 6 December 2011 in Council news press releases
A TREE-PLANTING ceremony involving pupils from several Hinckley schools marked the completion of the newly-created community woodland and wildlife area in Brodick Road.
"Tell us once" registration service up and running
Published on Monday 5 December 2011 in Council - news and information releases press releases
A new service that makes it easier to inform central and local government about the death of a person has been launched in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Changes for Monday collections this Christmas
Published on Monday 5 December 2011 in Recycling, rubbish and waste press releases
Residents in Hinckley & Bosworth are reminded that due to bank holidays, collections will not take place on Monday 26 December 2011 and Monday 2 January 2012.
Civic carol service in Hinckley
Published on Thursday 1 December 2011 in Events press releases
HINCKLEY and Bosworth’s civic carol service will take place next Sunday (11 December) at St Mary’s Church in Hinckley.
Christmas Crafts at Hollycroft Park
Published on Wednesday 30 November 2011 in Events press releases
A CHRISTMAS craft event that was due to held in the Hollycroft Park pavilion this Sunday 4 December has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Santas grotto arrives in Hinckley on Saturday
Published on Tuesday 29 November 2011 in Events press releases
ISSUED on behalf of Hinckley Bid
Hinckley Christmas Market
Published on Tuesday 29 November 2011 in Events press releases
HINCKLEY’S specialist Christmas market this weekend (2 & 3 December) will provide a unique variety of stalls for shoppers to choose their perfect gifts.
New Youth Cafe for Barwell
Published on Tuesday 29 November 2011 in Events press releases
FREE pizza, crafts and an opportunity to have a go at recording street music using state of the art equipment will be on offer to young people in Barwell.
Collection service now cheaper and more convenient
Published on Friday 25 November 2011 in Recycling - collections press releases
THE collection of bulky household items by the Borough Council has been made much easier and cheaper for residents.
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