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Community projects get the go-ahead
Published on 18 May 2012
COMMUNITY groups in parishes across Hinckley & Bosworth are celebrating after learning that their schemes have been awarded a share of this year’s Parish and Community Initiative Fund.
Health roadshow rolls into Hinckley
Published on Tuesday 22 May 2012 in Health and social care press releases
A ROADSHOW event will be taking place in Hinckley next week with the aim of improving the health and well-being of local residents.
Big Lunch to mark Diamond Jubilee and London Olympics in Barwell
Published on Monday 21 May 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
Issued on behalf of Barwell Events Link (BEL)
‘Don’t let the minority ruin a summer of celebrations’
Published on Thursday 17 May 2012 in Crime prevention press releases
Issued on behalf of Crimestoppers
Free parking in Hinckley town centre
Published on Wednesday 16 May 2012 in Parking press releases
FREE parking is about to be introduced on Tuesday afternoons in one of Hinckley’s main car parks for a trial period this summer.
Single website to simplify property searches in Leicestershire
Published on Tuesday 15 May 2012 in Land and premises press releases
Issued on behalf of Blaby District Council and Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council
Diamond Jubilee celebrations for all the family
Published on Tuesday 15 May 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
From small street parties to large scale community events, a whole range of fun activities are being planned.
Creative Hinckley holds its biggest-ever show
Published on Friday 11 May 2012 in Arts and entertainment press releases
Issued on behalf of: Creative Hinckley The Atkins Building, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 1QU
Dog microchipping campaign about to launch
Published on Friday 11 May 2012 in Dog warden service press releases
A CAMPAIGN encouraging owners to microchip their pets is about to be launched this summer by the Borough Council.
New badminton club for young people
Published on Wednesday 9 May 2012 in Sports - development press releases
A NEW badminton club has been formed in Hinckley to cater for young people aged between 14 and 25 years.
Fun for all the family at Common Open Day
Published on Tuesday 8 May 2012 in Parks and open spaces press releases
A FUN-PACKED day for the whole family is promised when Burbage Common holds its 18th annual open day this weekend.
Statement from Steve Atkinson, Chief Executive and Returning Officer
Published on Monday 30 April 2012 in Council and democracy press releases
I have been asked to clarify for local electors in Barwell the requirements and status of a Parish Poll,
Parish councillor faces possible suspension
Published on Wednesday 25 April 2012 in Council and democracy press releases
A Parish Councillor from Groby has been ordered to write a letter of apology to the Parish Council Clerk and two fellow Parish Councillors by Hinckley & Bosworth’s Standards Committee.
Statement from Council Leader, Councillor Stuart Bray
Published on Monday 23 April 2012 in Parking press releases
A number of residents have contacted me in recent days urging me to rescind the parking ticket issued to Father Frank Daly on Good Friday.
Review to look at how local communities are run
Published on Friday 20 April 2012 in Elections - electoral register press releases
PEOPLE in Hinckley & Bosworth are being given their say on how their local communities are run.
Dog owners reminded ‘Any bin will do’
Published on Thursday 19 April 2012 in Dog bins press releases
DOG owners in Hinckley and Bosworth are being reminded they can use any litter bin as well as dog mess bins to ‘bag and bin’ dog mess when they are out walking their pets.
Bowls clubs hold ‘taster day’ next week
Published on Tuesday 17 April 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
ORGANISERS are hoping that people of all ages will be bowled over by a special ‘taster day’ that is being held at Hinckley Leisure Centre next week.
Drought
Published on Monday 16 April 2012 in Environment and planning press releases
Issued on behalf of the Environment Agency
Angry motorist fined £415 for throwing away parking ticket
Published on Friday 13 April 2012 in Parking press releases
AN ANGRY motorist, who threw his parking ticket on the ground and was abusive towards the parking warden, was fined £415 for littering by Leicester magistrates on Friday (13 April 2012).
Music for summer in Argents Mead
Published on Friday 13 April 2012 in Events press releases
LOCAL indie band The Shreds will launch an exciting season of music in the bandstand at Hinckley’s Argents Mead this summer.
Over 1,000 new jobs on offer as plans for £250m investment in Barwell are submitted
Published on Tuesday 10 April 2012 in Environment and planning press releases
Press release issued on behalf of Lexington Communications
St George’s Day event for all the family
Published on Thursday 5 April 2012 in Events press releases
FINAL preparations are now underway to celebrate St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Hinckley town centre.
£80million town centre scheme gets go-ahead
Published on Monday 2 April 2012 in Environment and planning press releases
THE major £80million scheme to redevelop Hinckley’s bus station site has today received the go-ahead from the Secretaries of State, who have confirmed both the Compulsory Purchase Order and the linked
Young people invited to try box-fitness
Published on Monday 2 April 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
ANY young people in Hinckley & Bosworth who have been inspired by the legendary “Rocky” films can try their own hands at boxing training, thanks to Sport England's Olympic Legacy programme Sportivate.
Sporting opportunities for young people
Published on Monday 2 April 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
YOUNG people across Hinckley and Bosworth will have the opportunity to take part in a number of new and exciting sports programmes this year as part of the countywide Sportivate scheme.
Cycling courses for adults
Published on Wednesday 28 March 2012 in Leisure and culture press releases
THOSE who haven’t cycled for a while, or don’t feel confident on a bike, might like to try a free adult cycling course.
Easter bank holiday arrangements
Published on Tuesday 27 March 2012 in Council news press releases
THE following opening times during the Easter period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services:
Volunteers needed in Leicestershire and Rutland
Published on Wednesday 21 March 2012 in Crime prevention - information and advice press releases
Issued on behalf of Crimestoppers. VOLUNTEERS are needed by the Crimestoppers independent charity to help make communities in Leicestershire and Rutland safer places in which to live.
Recycling collections as usual
Published on Wednesday 21 March 2012 in Council news press releases
RECYCLING and refuse collections in the Hinckley and Bosworth area will take place as usual on all the bank holidays in April, May, June and August. This includes the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in June.
Event offers new plants that don’t cost the earth
Published on Friday 16 March 2012 in Events press releases
Issued on behalf of Friends of Hollycroft Park
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