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Oakham local launches petition for speed cameras on dangerous road

By Grace Kennington

11th Oct 2024 | Local News

The petition already has over 150 signatures, showing a shared view that the road is dangerous. (Photo: Change.org)

A new petition has been launched on Change.org, calling for the implementation of speed cameras on Ashwell Road in Oakham, east of Leicester.

How housing associations are treating tenants will be investigated by county council

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

11th Oct 2024 | Local News

Rutland County Council has received numerous complaints from tenants complaining of issues with landlords. (Photo: LDRS)

An evidence panel has been set up by Rutland County Council this month to looking at how those living in social housing are serviced by their landlords. .

Minister for Prisons visits Rutland jail to meet instructors helping to reduce reoffending

By Chris Kirk

11th Oct 2024 | Local News

Mechanics workshop instructor at HMP Stocken, Martyn Steele (left), showed Lord Timpson around his workshop. (Photo: HMP Stocken)

Local prison governor was delighted to host Minister of Prisons to take a look at some of the workshops helping to reduce reoffending.

Oakham Councillors misreading of contract led to extra charge of thousands

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

10th Oct 2024 | Local News

Councillor's blunder in reading contractor costings has led to huge additional costs to Oakham Council. (Photo: Oakham Town Council Clerk)

A playpark upgrade has cost several thousands more than expected after councillors fail to read some small print.

Arts for Rutland Youth Open Art Exhibition 2025

By Rachel Rayner

10th Oct 2024 | Local News

Arts for Rutland Youth Open Art Exhibition will run from 25th January to 22nd February at Rutland County Museum. (Photo: A4R)

Arts for Rutland is delighted to announce that the Rutland Youth Open Art Exhibition returns to the Rutland County Museum again in January 2025.

Owner of Oakham bar Jinky's has had his license removed following Council hearing

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

10th Oct 2024 | Local News

Jinky's on Melton Road, Oakham has had an ongoing dispute with Rutland Council over it's licencing following a series of health and safety complaints. (Photo: Grace Kennington)

A bar owner has been stopped from the daily running of his venue after council officers had serious health and safety concerns. .

Rutland MP Alicia Kearns opens Christmas card competition to local primary schools

By Grace Kennington

10th Oct 2024 | Local News

Alicia Kearns, MP for Rutland and Stamford, has run this competition for the last 5 years. (Photo: Alicia Kearns MP)

Alicia Kearns, MP for Rutland and Stamford, has announced that entries to her fifth annual Christmas card competition is now open to all local primary schools.

What's On in Oakham this weekend: Morris Dancing, Craft Market and Spooky Local Theatre

By Grace Kennington

10th Oct 2024 | Local News

From Morris Dancing to spooky theatre, there's plenty to get stuck into this weekend in and around Oakham. (Photo: Grace Kennington)

There's plenty to get involved with this weekend in Oakham and the surrounding area. Here's our top picks of the events on offer.

International inclusive sailing competition by Rutland Sailing Club a raging success

By Grace Kennington

9th Oct 2024 | Local News

Rutland Sailing Club presented an inspiring display of inclusive sailing at its finest. (Photo: Rutland Sailing)

Rutland Sailing Club hosted sailors from 15 different countries for the highly anticipated International Inclusivity Keelboat Event last week. .

Government’s call for 1.5m new houses leads council to consider controversial Rutland sites

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

9th Oct 2024 | Local News

One of the proposed sites that has been previously controversial is St George's Barracks at North Luffenham. (Photo: Google Maps)

New masterplans for St George’s Barracks and Woolfox are on the agenda, as the government is expected to drastically hike housing numbers for Rutland. .

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