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73 'riders and striders' raise over £23k with Rutland Historic Churches Preservation Trust

By Peter Lawson

19th Mar 2024 | Local News

Debra Hudson receiving the cup from the Lord Lieutenant on behalf of her son Jack. Image credit: Peter Lawson.

Prizes have been awarded to the youngest, oldest and quirkiest riders following a fundraising event which raised over £23,000 for the UK's churches.

Cost of electricity, bus services and more force up town council precept

By Evie Payne

19th Mar 2024 | Local News

Council Tax will again increase by the maximum amount allowed in Rutland. Image credit: Nub News.

Council Tax bills across Rutland have begun arriving on local doorsteps, and Oakham Town Council have increased their precept by 7.3%.

Oakham roads and car parks set to close for food festival this weekend

By Evie Payne

19th Mar 2024 | Local News

Stalls will be set up at Oakham Market Place and the surrounding areas for the festival. Image credit: Nub News.

Oakham Castle, the castle grounds, Market Place and Oakham High Street will welcome the Rutland Food & Drink Festival this weekend.

Operation Recall: Shorter leash for owners of out of control dogs in Rutland and Leicestershire

By Evie Payne

19th Mar 2024 | Local News

PCC Rupert Matthews taking a stand against livestock worrying. Image credit: Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland PCC.

The PCC for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland recently joined the Leicestershire Rural Crime Team to stress the importance of keeping dogs under control.

Action group shares open letter as future of Rutland sports centre is once again up for debate

By Evie Payne

19th Mar 2024 | Local News

A meeting to decide the future of the sports centre will take place on 25 March 2024. Image credit: Nub News.

Locals have shared an open letter to Rutland County Council following the announcement that the future of Catmose Sports Centre again hangs in the balance.

Rutland Adult Learning and Skills Service accredited to matrix standard

By Evie Payne

19th Mar 2024 | Local News

RALSS has been providing local educational opportunities in Rutland for over 25 years. Image credit: Rutland Adult Learning and Skills Service.

Rutland County Council’s Adult and Community Learning provider, Rutland Adult Learning and Skills Service (RALSS), has been accredited to the matrix Standard.

Former carers join local MP to launch dementia care campaign in Rutland

By Evie Payne

18th Mar 2024 | Local News