Community and living press releases
Advice on how to enjoy a safer Christmas
Published on Wednesday 16th November 2011
ADVICE and information on how to enjoy a safer Christmas will be offered to people visiting Hinckley for the Christmas lights switch-on this Friday (18 November).
Family events planned for hallowe’en
Published on Monday 17th October 2011
TWO special family events are being planned by the Borough Council to mark this year’s hallowe’en festivities.
Changes planned for parish and community fund
Published on Thursday 13th October 2011
CHANGES are being made to Hinckley & Bosworth’s popular Parish Community Initiative Fund to ensure it is still meeting the needs of the rural community.
Blooming gold for Market Bosworth
Published on Thursday 29th September 2011
Issues on behalf of Bosworth in Bloom
Hinckley’s community website gets a major revamp
Published on Wednesday 21st September 2011
Issued on behalf of: Leicestershire Villages
The Big Draw comes to Hinckley
Published on Tuesday 20th September 2011
The Big Draw - an annual month-long festival designed to encourage people of all ages to rediscover the fun and value of drawing – comes to Hinckley next month.
Over 200 take advantage of free insulation offer
Published on Friday 19th August 2011
OVER 200 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.
Safer Summer Campaign launched
Published on Friday 22nd July 2011
DOMESTIC abuse, anti-social behaviour and burglary will be the focus of this year’s Safer Summer Campaign, which has just been launched by the Hinckley & Bosworth Community Safety Partnership.
Florence House decision deferred
Published on Tuesday 21st June 2011
A planning application to allow town centre offices in Hinckley to be used as consultation and treatment rooms has been deferred to a later date so that two public consultation events can be held.
Day will honour armed services
Published on Wednesday 15th June 2011
Servicemen, women and veterans in the borough are to be honoured at a special service that is being held next Thursday (23 June) to mark National Armed Forces Day.
Community forum meets this month
Published on Thursday 3rd March 2011
A FORUM that allows the voluntary, community, faith and other not-for-profit organisations in Hinckley and Bosworth to voice their concerns will be holding its next meeting later this month.
Knitters helping the troops in Afghanistan
Published on Tuesday 9th November 2010
A GROUP of ladies from Markfield are putting their hand knitting skills to good use by making woolly hats for the British troops stationed in Afghanistan.
Plea to garden party organisers
Published on Monday 20th September 2010
GARDEN party organisers who hold events that feature loud music which continues late into the night are being asked to show more consideration to their neighbours.
Earl Shilton residents tuck into their big lunch
Published on Tuesday 20th July 2010
A GROUP of neighbours from the Peggs Close area of Earl Shilton gathered together on Sunday to tuck into their big lunch.
Community’s unsung heroes honoured
Published on Tuesday 30th March 2010
A GROUP of unsung community heroes from Hinckley & Bosworth have been honoured at a special presentation, which took place in the Council Chamber.
Pupils’ design is a winner
Published on Monday 30th November 2009
The winning design in a schools’ poster competition is now being used to help promote recycling in the Borough of Hinckley and Bosworth.
The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal 2009
Published on Thursday 29th October 2009
“I am making a plea to the community of Hinckley and Bosworth to support The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal 2009.
Thousands give their views on Hinckley and Bosworth as a place to live
Published on Wednesday 1st July 2009
THOUSANDS of people across the county, including Hinckley and Bosworth Borough, have given their views on their local area as a place to live.
Who is your local hero?
Published on Wednesday 1st July 2009
The hunt is on to find Hinckley and Bosworth’s Citizen of the Year and local people are being asked to send in their nominations.
Cookery classes aim to cut the risk of heart attacks
Published on Tuesday 10th February 2009
COOKERY and nutrition classes will start in Earl Shilton this month as part of a national campaign to encourage people to reduce their intake of saturated fat.
Battling Brook School joins Big Switch Off
Published on Wednesday 22nd October 2008
CHILDREN from Battling Brook Community Primary School in Hinckley did their bit to help Leicestershire save energy by joining the Big Switch Off on Friday (17th).
Veterans Day service in Hinckley
Published on Monday 23rd June 2008
FORMER servicemen and women in the district are to be honoured at a special service that is being held to mark National Veterans’ Day later this month.
New event for Barwell residents
Published on Wednesday 12th December 2007
Barwell residents are being invited along to a free event being held this Friday (14 December).
The Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal
Published on Monday 5th November 2007
PRESS STATEMENT I am making a plea to the Community of Hinckley and Bosworth to support The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal 2007.
Wykin’s Got Talent
Published on Wednesday 19th September 2007
A TALENT show aimed at showcasing the abilities of Wykin residents, as well as helping to improve community spirit, is being held on Saturday (29).
Community barbecues next week
Published on Wednesday 8th August 2007
FAMILIES are being invited to one of several free Community Barbecues that are being held around the Borough next week.
New project aims to improve the quality of life
Published on Tuesday 24th July 2007
A NEW initiative to improve the quality of life for residents in targeted parts of the Borough has been launched.
Veterans Day service in Hinckley
Published on Wednesday 13th June 2007
FORMER servicemen and women in the district are to be honoured at a special service that is being held to mark the very first National Veterans’ Day celebration in Hinckley.
Support for missing Madeleine
Published on Wednesday 23rd May 2007
IN response to requests from the public, the Borough Council is helping to co-ordinate support in the Hinckley and Bosworth area
Cinema is Youngsters' most Popular Choice
Published on Friday 17th November 2006
YOUNG people have chosen a cinema as the most popular new facility that could be provided in Hinckley and Bosworth.
Access to Battle of Britain Commemoration
Published on Tuesday 12th September 2006
The Borough Council would like to inform anyone planning to attend this Sunday’s Battle of Britain Commemoration at Argents Mead War Memorial
Search is on for neighbours from heaven
Published on Sunday 28th November 2004
NOMINATIONS are now being invited for this year's Neighbours from Heaven awards.
Good neighbours receive their awards
Published on Monday 23rd February 2004
GOOD Neighbours from across Hinckley and Bosworth Borough finally gained overdue recognition at a gala presentation evening.
Residents honoured for special achievement
Published on Wednesday 3rd December 2003
THREE dozen people who have made significant contributions to life in the borough, were honoured at a special presentation ceremony held at the council offices.
Young people's chance to have their say
Published on Wednesday 8th October 2003
YOUNG people will be having their say on the future development of the borough next week.
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