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Jobs available in and around Oakham this week: Rutland Sailing Club, Lidl and Cancer Research UK

By Grace Kennington

9th Nov 2024 | Local News

There is a wide variety of jobs available in Oakham and the surrounding area (Photo: Google Maps)

There are lots of jobs available this week in and around Oakham, including in catering, customer service and retail.

Rutland businesses shortlisted for Tourism Excellence Awards

By Grace Kennington

8th Nov 2024 | Local News

Six Rutland businesses have been shortlisted in this years awards, including In the Stix in Greetham. (Photo: Discover Rutland)

Rutland businesses have been recognised in the tourism industry, with six being shortlisted for the 2024 Tourism Excellence Awards.

‘The Eternal Poppy’: Oakham veteran uses poetry to help mental health recovery

By Grace Kennington

8th Nov 2024 | Local News

Jason will be reading 'The Eternal Poppy' at Oakham Royal British Legion's Remembrance Service (Photo: Op COURAGE NHS)

A former Royal Air Force chef who turned hand to poetry to help his mental health has written a special poem to mark Remembrance Day, 'The Eternal Poppy'. .

Rutland charity: ‘If we had 170 volunteers, we would be able to use all of them”

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

8th Nov 2024 | Local News

Boss of Voluntary Action Rutland says people are especially feeling the pinch this year. (Photo: LDRS)

The boss of a Rutland charity says there is a growing demand for their services as the cost of living crisis continues to bite. .

Oakham Town Council co-opts new members, including two returning councillors

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

7th Nov 2024 | Local News

Paul Buxton (third left) and Martin Brookes (right end) rejoined Oakham Town Council. (Photo: LDRS)

Two familiar faces have joined the ranks of Oakham Town Council in a special meeting yesterday (6 November).

Rutland MP delivers joint letter to Number 10 opposing cuts to Agricultural Property Relief

By Grace Kennington

7th Nov 2024 | Local News

Over 100 MPs, industry bodies and farming experts signed the letter. (Photo: Alicia Kearns)

MP for Rutland and Stamford Alicia Kearns presented a joint letter to Number 10 Downing Street opposing Labour’s cuts to Agricultural Property Relief.

Rutland Council plans to scrap some bus routes to cut costs, including to schools and colleges

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

7th Nov 2024 | Local News