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Time is ticking for campaigners fighting closure of Rutland specialist school

By Robert Alexander - Local Democracy Reporting Service

8th Mar 2024 | Local News

Campaigners protested the closure in November 2023. Image credit: LDRS.

Campaigners fighting the closure of a specialist school are preparing for a legal challenge against the decision, but only have a few days to raise the funds.

Sweet dreams for Rutland dessert lovers on Oakham's Melton Road

By Martin Brookes

8th Mar 2024 | Local News

AnuJ and Rikta are eager to welcome you. Image credit: Martin Brookes.

Rutland Cakes and Desserts is a new venture by the young and welcoming AnuJ and Rikta, located just off Oakham High Street.

Local company takes on the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge for charities

By Evie Payne

7th Mar 2024 | Local News

Some of the team taking on the Yorkshire Three Peak's challenge. Image credit: Hegarty.

As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, the team at Hegarty are taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge this June 2024. .

New research finds Rutland still on track for EV boom

By Evie Payne

7th Mar 2024 | Local News

Midlands Connect are predicting an EV boom in the local area. Image credit: Nub News.

New research suggests that Rutland remains on track for an EV boom and could see more than 13,000 electric cars on its streets by the end of the decade.

Local theatre group marks 125 years of ionic playwright with comedy fundraiser

By Evie Payne

7th Mar 2024 | Local News

The production of 'Relative Values' will take place at Rutland County Museum. Image credit: Nub News.

A local theatre group are getting ready to celebrate 125 years of Noël Coward this March with a fundraising production of 'Relative Values' for Anna's Hope.

PCC unveils tough action plan to boost the safety of women and girls in Rutland and Leicestershire

By Evie Payne

7th Mar 2024 | Local News