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Relatives of councillors to stand for election in Oakham North East

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

30th Oct 2024 | Local News

Two candidates running in the Oakham by-election hope to join family members already elected. (Photo: Nub News)

The Oakham by-election is proving to be a family affair as the wife of one councillor and the daughter of another have thrown their hats into the ring.

Meet the new Mayor of Oakham

By Grace Kennington

30th Oct 2024 | Local News

Cllr Paul Ainsley (right) was elected as Mayor of Oakham and Chairman of Oakham Town Council on 23rd October 2024. (Photo: Oakham Town Council)

Here’s a look at who the new Mayor and Chairman is, how he came into the role and what he plans to do during his time as Mayor. .

Discount still available for Rutland Lions charity fireworks display

By Grace Kennington

30th Oct 2024 | Local News

The Rutland Lions fireworks display is a popular event for local people to attend each year. (Photo: Allan Grey)

Rutland Lions are busy preparing for their annual fireworks display, which will take place on 1st November.

Rutland micro-brewery win gold in regional competition

By Grace Kennington

29th Oct 2024 | Local News

Jill and Dean won the overall competition with their best-selling IPA (Photo: Baker's Dozen Brewing)

Ketton-based microbrewery Baker’s Dozen Brewing Co have found recent success in numerous regional brewing competitions.

Ways Rutland is marking Remembrance Day

By Grace Kennington

29th Oct 2024 | Local News

This year, Oakham and Rutland will be observing Remembrance Day through a variety of services, concerts and memorials. (Photo: Nub News)

There are a number of events being held across the county between Friday 8th and Monday 11th November to mark Remembrance Day this year. .

Angela Rippon joins panel at Rutland’s Great Dementia Conversation

By Grace Kennington

28th Oct 2024 | Local News

The Great Dementia Conversation was opened in Rutland by a speech by Angela Rippon. (Photo: Alicia Kearns, MP)

Angela Rippon and Alicia Kearns, MP for Rutland and Stamford, hosted the Great Dementia Conversation in Rutland with six expert panellists.

Rutland Council launches new grant to tackle empty houses and ease homelessness

By Grace Kennington

28th Oct 2024 | Local News

Rutland Council's Empty House grants aim to help owners cover the cost of repairs to make empty homes suitable to rent. (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Rutland County Council are offering grants to the owners of empty homes in Rutland to help both bring properties back into use and reduce homelessness.

Rutland Council announces candidates standing in by election

By Grace Kennington

28th Oct 2024 | Local News