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The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care voices support for Rutland’s Great Dementia Conversation

By Evie Payne

17th May 2024 | Local News

Alicia Kearns MP (right), pictured with Oakham's former mayor (left), has been driving a Dementia campaign. Image credit: Nub News.

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Victoria Atkins MP, has shared a message of support for Alicia Kearns MP’s dementia awareness campaign.

Rutland attraction sharing benefits of outdoor activity this Mental Health Awareness Week

By Evie Payne

16th May 2024 | Local News

Rumble Live Action Gaming offers fitness, fun and wellness. Image credit: Rumble Live.

Located at Sykes Lane, just minutes from Stamford and Oakham, the award-winning attraction will be open every weekend until November.

St John Ambulance seeks new volunteers in the Oakham area

By Steve Bedford

16th May 2024 | Local News

Cadet demonstrating first aid. Image credit: St John Ambulance.

The St John Ambulance Oakham Cadet Unit is keen to hear from any potential new adult volunteers able to give up a few hours to support the youth programme.

First Greetham Gathering of 2024 to take place tonight

By Evie Payne

16th May 2024 | Local News

The Greetham Gathering takes place monthly in the spring and summer. Image credit: Paul Ross.

More Greetham Gathering events will be taking place in June, July, August and September, so there is still time to head down and join the fun. .

What's on in Oakham this weekend: enjoy food, live music and quiz nights galore!

By Evie Payne

16th May 2024 | Local News

Enjoy huge range of inclusive events across Rutland this weekend. Image credit: Nub News.

Enjoy a range of regular and one-off, family-friendly, foodie, and grown up events across Rutland every weekend. .

Oakham groups can bid for part of £200,000 funding pot with rail provider

By Evie Payne

15th May 2024 | Local News

Get your application in with EMR now. Image credit: Nub News.

East Midlands Railway (EMR) has invited community groups to bid for funding after it launched its new £200,000 Community Fund.

Horseshoe from Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh welcomed at Oakham Castle

By Evie Payne

15th May 2024 | Local News

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh unveiling their double horseshoe. Image credit: Nub News.

Highlights of the royal visit included Rutland Showground, The Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Statue, The Duke of Edinburgh Memorial Garden and Oakham Castle.

Rutland Foodbank sees 15% increase in referrals as households struggle

By Evie Payne

15th May 2024 | Local News