Press releases
Town commemorates Remembrance Sunday
Published on Monday, 12 November 2018 in Council news press releases
THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE packed Hinckley’s Memorial Gardens to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War One on Remembrance Sunday.
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Stay safe this Christmas
Published on Friday, 09 November 2018 in Council news press releases
With the festive season nearly underway, Hinckley & Bosworth’s Community Safety Partnership are urging people to keep safe during the holiday season.
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Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas
Published on Friday, 09 November 2018 in Council news press releases
CHRISTMAS shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost this year with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on
Published on Thursday, 01 November 2018 in Council news press releases
THOUSANDS of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights get switched on.
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Voluntary and Community Sector Partnership grants available
Published on Thursday, 01 November 2018 in Council news press releases
Are you an existing or newly formed group or organisation that offers services to people across the borough of Hinckley & Bosworth and would benefit from a grant which could be up to £3,000?
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Life-size World War One soldier silhouettes unveiled
Published on Thursday, 01 November 2018 in Council news press releases
Two near life-size Silent Soldier silhouettes known as ‘Tommy’ have been unveiled in Argents Mead, Hinckley in time to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.
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Spooktacular Saturday success in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 29 October 2018 in Council news press releases
A ‘haunted’ Hinckley Town Centre celebrated all things ‘spooky’ when it held its annual Spooktacular Saturday at the weekend.
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Atkins Gallery launches its winter programme
Published on Thursday, 25 October 2018 in Council news press releases
Atkins Gallery in Hinckley has begun its winter 2018/19 programme with something for everybody in its varied schedule.
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Hinckley honour 100 years since the end of World War One
Published on Thursday, 25 October 2018 in Council news press releases
Hinckley is set to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War One on Sunday 11 November by organising a number of events throughout the day.
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New fleet to clean up Hinckley and Bosworth
Published on Friday, 19 October 2018 in Council news press releases
A NEW FLEET of waste and recycling vehicles is out on the streets of Hinckley & Bosworth marking the final stage of a major overhaul of the council’s bin collection and grounds maintenance service.
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Spooktacular Saturday: 27 October
Published on Friday, 12 October 2018 in Council news press releases
Following the success of last year’s event, Hinckley town centre will be celebrating Halloween with a Spooktacular Saturday event on Saturday 27 October from 10am to 3pm.
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Places Leisure and Places Gym team up to raise money
Published on Monday, 08 October 2018 in Council news press releases
Issued on behalf of Hinckley Leisure Centre.
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District leaders pledge to continue to work together
Published on Friday, 05 October 2018 in Council news press releases
The leaders of all seven district councils have today unanimously agreed to continue working together to review the current model of local government in Leicestershire.
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Plan sets out how city and county will grow
Published on Tuesday, 02 October 2018 in Council news press releases
A PLAN setting out how Leicester and Leicestershire will grow in the future is set to be agreed by local partners.
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Woman guilty of littering in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 01 October 2018 in Council news press releases
A CIGARETTE BUTT thrown out of a car window has cost a Hinckley woman a total of £630 after she was convicted of littering by a magistrates court.
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Town smokers urged to 'Vote with your butt'
Published on Thursday, 27 September 2018 in Council news press releases
The first cheque has been awarded to the most popular charity as voted by smokers of Hinckley.
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Work begins to restore damaged playground
Published on Thursday, 27 September 2018 in Council news press releases
Work has begun on restoring a play area following an act of arson earlier this year.
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New free community classes launching in Newbold Verdon, Desford and Ratby
Published on Monday, 24 September 2018 in Council news press releases
Residents of Newbold Verdon, Desford and Ratby are being offered the chance to try two new free activity classes that begin this autumn.
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Free volunteering event
Published on Thursday, 20 September 2018 in Council news press releases
Keen volunteers and community groups are invited to attend a free event which aims to promote volunteering opportunities in the borough.
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Children’s autumn play sessions
Published on Wednesday, 19 September 2018 in Council news press releases
TWO play sessions have been organised for youngsters next month to encourage children to explore and have fun during the October half term holiday.
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Time to nominate your sporting heroes
Published on Tuesday, 18 September 2018 in Council news press releases
GET READY to cast your votes and help to find Hinckley & Bosworth's sporting heroes of 2018.
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It’s ‘Easy to ASK’ about food allergies
Published on Monday, 17 September 2018 in Council news press releases
A new campaign is being launched to help protect young people with food allergies when eating out.
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Dog Warden Service scoops two national awards
Published on Monday, 17 September 2018 in Council news press releases
The Borough Council’s Dog Warden service has scooped two national awards for its ongoing work in the care of stray dogs.
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New legislation for landlords
Published on Monday, 17 September 2018 in Council news press releases
LOCAL landlords who let certain types of properties are being urged to check whether they need to apply for a licence following recent changes to legislation from central government.
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Switch and save energy scheme running again
Published on Friday, 14 September 2018 in Council news press releases
RESIDENTS in Hinckley & Bosworth could get a better deal from their energy provider by taking part in the latest round of the Borough Council's energy switching scheme.
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Heritage Open Days to continue this weekend
Published on Monday, 10 September 2018 in Council news press releases
HISTORY ENTHUSIASTS are set for a second weekend discovering more about the heritage of the borough as the Heritage Open Days festival continues from this Thursday (13 September).
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District leaders call for collaboration over local government reorganisation
Published on Tuesday, 04 September 2018 in Council news press releases
District council leaders are calling on Leicestershire County Council to work with them to fully investigate options for the future of local government organisation in the county.
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Flying the Red Ensign for Merchant Navy Day
Published on Monday, 03 September 2018 in Council news press releases
THE RED ENSIGN is flying in the borough today (3 September) to recognise Merchant Navy Day.
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We all have a favourite park and now’s the time to vote for yours!
Published on Friday, 31 August 2018 in Council news press releases
Vote for your favourite park in Hinckley and show how the UK loves parks.
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Have your say on the future of council services
Published on Friday, 31 August 2018 in Council news press releases
EVERYONE LIVING IN HINCKLEY AND BOSWORTH is being asked for their views about proposals for the future of council services in the borough.
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