Loughborough

July 2007

huntingdon court review

Proposals to safeguard the future of Huntingdon Court in Loughborough together with 9 other care homes accross the county will be discussed by Leicestershire County Council's ruling Cabinet next week. On August 7, the Cabinet is set to formally withdraw plans to close two of its 10 elderly people's homes - and launch consultation on proposals to transfer six to new owners instead. In March, the County Council proposed to close two of its 10 elderly people's homes, in order to create two extra ... 2007-07-31 00:00:00 huntingdon court review

school meals

Proposals to boost the number of children eating healthy school meals will be considered by Leicestershire's ruling cabinet next week (Aug 7).The County Council is proposing to boost the number of pup... 2007-07-31 00:00:00 school meals

Mail By Rail Gala at Great Central Railway

Last weekend (28th & 29th July 2007) saw the Great Central Railway, based in Loughborough, stage a 'Mail By Rail Gala'.... 2007-07-30 00:00:00 Mail By Rail Gala at Great Central Railway

Drink Drive campaign

Drink Driving Leicestershire Constabulary is reminding motorists that a drink drive conviction this summer could cost you your licence, your job, higher insura... 2007-07-30 00:00:00 Drink Drive campaign

james metcalfe

Loughborough student Jeremy Metcalfe made a welcome return to the podium and with it a move back inside the Formula Renault UK Championship top six thanks to an outstanding performance at Snetterton Circuit this afternoon, Sunday, 29th July, during round 14 of the season. The AKA Cobra star, who endured a brace of difficult qualifying sessions at the Norfolk venue on Saturday, lined up ninth on the grid for round 14 but a tremendous start saw the Hampshire racer move into the top five early o... 2007-07-30 00:00:00 james metcalfe

Walk, have fun (and get healthy too)

Something for everyone at the Leicestershire Walking Festival - Saturday 4th August It's time to get those walking boots cleaned and walking socks washed - ready to face a fantastic day in the hear... 2007-07-27 00:00:00 Walk, have fun (and get healthy too)

shepshed traffic flow

Improvements to two Shepshed junctions have cut journey times for commuters travelling to and from the M1. Drivers travelling through the junctions of Ashby Road (A512) with Charnwood Road and Leic... 2007-07-27 00:00:00 shepshed traffic flow

passenger numbers up

Figures released today by East Midlands Airport (EMA) show that passenger numbers continued to grow in June.... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 passenger numbers up

spruce up Loughborough

People will have the chance to flex their green-fingers and get involved in sprucing up Loughborough by choosing their favourite type of flowers and plants.Over the next two weeks, the County Council ... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 spruce up Loughborough

Charter Mark Award

CULTURE, leisure, heritage and arts provision in Charnwood has now got the mark of the success, thanks to being awarded a national Charter Mark. The award is to Charnwood Borough Councils Leisure and ... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 Charter Mark Award

fatal collision in Loughborough

Officers from Leicestershire Constabulary's road policing unit are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Loughborough. ... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 fatal collision in Loughborough

Loughborough and National Playday

Loughborough youngsters are getting even more opportunities to play for free at fun organised sessions thanks to Charnwood Borough Council. The Authority is once again backing National Playday, which ... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 Loughborough and National Playday

Loughborough Police Beat Surgeries

People living, working and studying in the Loughborough area are being given more chances to meet their neighbourhood officers and raise any policing concerns they may have.... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 Loughborough Police Beat Surgeries

robbery of a mountain bike

Officers at Loughborough local policing unit are appealing for witnesses after a 13-year-old boy was robbed in Loughborough. The incident took place between 11am and 11.30am on Friday July 13 in Ling... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 robbery of a mountain bike

congestion charge camera

A new infrared imaging system developed in Loughborough that automatically counts the number of people in moving road vehicles could offer a simple and cost effective solution to help lower carbon emi... 2007-07-26 00:00:00 congestion charge camera

loughborough hospital buses

Two new bus stops are making it easier for patients and visitors to get to Loughborough Hospital.The new stops are on Epinal Way, close to the hospital entrance, and are served by the number 127 bus w... 2007-07-24 00:00:00 loughborough hospital buses

getting to grips with geology

A free publication encouraging members of the public to become a 'rock detective' and explore the geological heritage of Leicestershire and Rutland is being offered from by Leicestershire County Counc... 2007-07-24 00:00:00 getting to grips with geology

grants available

Community groups and environmental projects in Leicestershire can benefit from a 286,000 pound grant scheme. Leicestershire County Council is seeking bids for the FLAG Grants Scheme, which over the... 2007-07-24 00:00:00 grants available

refuse removal rates

Figures just released by the Council show that the collection of waste is becoming more reliable.... 2007-07-24 00:00:00 refuse removal rates

burglaries in Loughborough

Officers in Loughborough are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at a home on Radmoor Road.... 2007-07-24 00:00:00 burglaries in Loughborough

town centre initative officer

Loughborough has given the new Town Centre Initiatives Officer from Charnwood Borough Council a warm welcome and is looking forward to a bright summer thanks to her plans for the future. Fiona Garr... 2007-07-22 00:00:00 town centre initative officer

Shortlist for Council Services

A range of services at Charnwood Borough Council, in conjunction with Rushcliffe Borough Council will soon be provided by an external company. That company will either be Capita or Liberata.... 2007-07-22 00:00:00 Shortlist for Council Services

security alert at airport

At 9.15am yesterday (Thursday July 19) police received a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in a car park at East Midlands Airport. The security alert was sparked after police were told of susp... 2007-07-20 00:00:00 security alert at airport

East Midlands Airport

East Midlands Airport published it’s first ever Annual Community Investment Report yesterday. The report, which is available from their website www.eastmidlandsairport.com highlights some of the c... 2007-07-19 00:00:00 East Midlands Airport

Loughborough gets top marks for environmental management

INSPECTORS have given Charnwood Borough Council top marks for its environmental management system. The Authority is the first in Leicestershire to gain the ISO14001 standard following an extensive ... 2007-07-18 00:00:00 Loughborough gets top marks for environmental management

prison for infamous duo

FIRST they were banned for the Borough and now, just four days after being served with the injunction papers, Sabrina Bullard (aka KELLY) and Donna ALLEN have been given a four month jail sentence for... 2007-07-18 00:00:00 prison for infamous duo

Loughborough commemorates Heathcote

A permanent tribute to pioneering inventor and lace maker John Heathcoat will be unveiled at the Loughborough home he once owned next month.... 2007-07-18 00:00:00 Loughborough commemorates Heathcote

FREE BULKY WASTE COLLECTIONS AIM TO REDUCE BOROUGH FLY TIPPING

AS FLY tipping rates in Charnwood are reportedly at one of lowest they have been this year, Charnwood Borough Council is now introducing free bulky waste collection to further drive the enviro-crime d... 2007-07-18 00:00:00 FREE BULKY WASTE COLLECTIONS AIM TO REDUCE BOROUGH FLY TIPPING

Blitz launched on overgrown shrubs

A bid to boost road safety by cutting back overgrown shrubs has been launched across the county. Due to the recent wet weather, Leicestershire County Council has launched two teams to cut back foli... 2007-07-18 00:00:00 Blitz launched on overgrown shrubs

E.ON sponsors University research chair

Smarter ideas for summertime cooling of buildings are among projects being researched through a new E.ON sponsored university professorship for innovative energy use at Loughborough University. ... 2007-07-18 00:00:00 E.ON sponsors University research chair

New Parking Attendants Start Patrolling

Nearly 50 parking attendants start patrolling Loughborough's and the rest of Leicestershire's roads this week in a bid to help cut congestion and improve road safety.... 2007-07-17 00:00:00 New Parking Attendants Start Patrolling

Will people be covering up this summer?

Asking Leicestershire residents if they will be covering up this summer is the focus of a new domestic violence campaign encouraging people to speak out.... 2007-07-17 00:00:00 Will people be covering up this summer?

Beacon Hill Wins Award

Beacon Hill Country Park near Loughborough has been awarded a Green Flag by the Civic Trust and Communities and Local Government. This will be awarded at a special event on the 26th July in the Royal ... 2007-07-17 00:00:00 Beacon Hill Wins Award

Exterminate! Exterminate! Exterminate!

Daleks were the subject of today’s activities at Charnwood Museum. For several sessions youngsters created their own Daleks and to help with the Dalek invasion of Loughborough, and then they were allo... 2007-07-17 00:00:00 Exterminate! Exterminate! Exterminate!

County considers way forward on waste

Proposals to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill and avoid multi-million pound fines will be considered by Leicestershire County Council’s ruling Cabinet this month.... 2007-07-17 00:00:00 County considers way forward on waste

Police appeal for witnesses

Officers from Leicestershire Constabulary's road policing unit are appealing for witnesses after a fatal collision in Shepshed. ... 2007-07-16 00:00:00 Police appeal for witnesses

Loughborough Carillon Week 2007

Today (16th July 2007) saw the start of Loughborough Carillon Week to commemorate the opening of the tower in July 1923.... 2007-07-16 00:00:00 Loughborough Carillon Week 2007

Charnwood Museum Opens Two New Exhibitions

Two new exhibitions at Charnwood Museum started this week and County Council Chairman Mike Jones and Charnwood Mayor Joe Tormey visited them today (Monday 16th July 2007) to view them first hand.... 2007-07-16 00:00:00 Charnwood Museum Opens Two New Exhibitions

Charnwood Museum is Full of Snakes, Snails and Spiders!

Or at least it was today. Zoolab, who have been a hit previously at the Museum in Loughborough returned with a collection of exotic and interesting creatures. ... 2007-07-16 00:00:00 Charnwood Museum is Full of Snakes, Snails and Spiders!

Man charged in connection with shooting at Loughborough Students' Union

Detectives investigating a shooting at a music event in Loughborough have today (16th July 2007) charged a man in connection with the incident.... 2007-07-16 00:00:00 Man charged in connection with shooting at Loughborough Students' Union

Exploring Charnwoods Landscape

Have you ever wondered what sort of rocks still out at Bradgate Park or the Outwoods? Don't know your diorites from your Ordovician rocks? Do you know where they have found fossils of woolly rhi... 2007-07-14 00:00:00 Exploring Charnwoods Landscape

The Ancient Craft of Corn Dollies

Learn the ancient craft of corn dolly making at Charnwood Museum in Loughborough at one of its popular summer holiday craft workshops.... 2007-07-13 00:00:00 The Ancient Craft of Corn Dollies

The daleks are coming

The Daleks are multiplying at Charnwood Museum. Due to public demand the museum has had to put on extra sessions of its Dalek making workshops.... 2007-07-13 00:00:00 The daleks are coming

zoolab returns to loughborough

Zoolab are back at Charnwood Museum in Granby Street Loughborough. Over the summer holidays Zoolab are bringing their ever popular array of exotic animals with them.... 2007-07-13 00:00:00 zoolab returns to loughborough

Loughborough MP raises issue of Super-casinos

During Prime Ministers questions, Loughborough MP Andy Reed, raised the issue of super-casinos with Mr Brown.... 2007-07-13 00:00:00 Loughborough MP raises issue of Super-casinos

Clean Up After Your Dog Charnwood Warns

IRRESPONSIBLE dog owners who allow their pets to foul in public places could face an £80 fine thanks to a new order being set-up by Charnwood Borough Council.... 2007-07-12 00:00:00 Clean Up After Your Dog Charnwood Warns

National Regeneration Convention

DELEGATES from across the country are to view regeneration projects in Charnwood as part of a three-day national convention at Loughborough University.... 2007-07-12 00:00:00 National Regeneration Convention

Meet The Wild card Dinosaur in Loughborough

THE new mascot of Charnwood Borough Council's Leisure Services team will be in Loughborough's Market Place this weekend encouraging youngsters to get active this summer.... 2007-07-12 00:00:00 Meet The Wild card Dinosaur in Loughborough

donington market swoop

An operation organised by officers from Leicestershire Trading Standards Service led to thousands of pounds of alleged counterfeit goods being seized, and the arrest of 4 people found to be selling th... 2007-07-11 00:00:00 donington market swoop

In The Toybox

Charnwood Museum in Loughborough, is about to become base camp for a miniature army. The little soldiers are part of an exhibition about the Palitoy Company of toy makers and are better known as ‘Acti... 2007-07-11 00:00:00 In The Toybox

Stone Secrets in Loughborough

The fabulous fossil art of Jo Sheppard is coming to Charnwood Museum in Loughborough this summer, displayed alongside the real fossils which helped inspire her work. ... 2007-07-11 00:00:00 Stone Secrets in Loughborough

Funding for Leicestershire Education

Speaking in the Commons Statement on Education yesterday (10th July 2007) Loughborough MP Andy Reed raised the question of Leicestershire education funding with the new Secretary of State.... 2007-07-11 00:00:00 Funding for Leicestershire Education

Proposals to safeguard care homes unveiled

Proposals to safeguard the future of 10 care homes have been unveiled by Leicestershire County Council’s leader.... 2007-07-11 00:00:00 Proposals to safeguard care homes unveiled

Mike Jones attends Birthday Party

Snibston celebrated its fifteenth birthday party last weekend with a huge free party that was attended by over 4,000 visitors. ... 2007-07-11 00:00:00 Mike Jones attends Birthday Party

wildlife in your patch and greener gardens

If you want more wildlife in your patch and greener gardens, two publications on gardening for wildlife, and environmentally friendly gardening are available free from the Community Heritage Initiativ... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 wildlife in your patch and greener gardens

Loughborough MP backs 'Active Travel' plan

Loughborough MP Andy Reed is backing the findings of a new report which says walking and cycling is the best buy in transport investment.... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 Loughborough MP backs 'Active Travel' plan

go wild and explore the natural world

Young people are being encouraged to go wild and explore the natural world with the wildlife pack Wild About” this summer.... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 go wild and explore the natural world

trading standards test vodka

Trading Standards have taken action against a Loughborough restaurant owner for substituting cheaper vodka for a branded one. Loughborough Magistrates heard the case in Loughborough on the 2nd July 20... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 trading standards test vodka

Archaeology in Loughborough

The first Leicestershire Archaeology Week has been organised to show off some of the County’s archaeological highlights and to show how members of the public can get involved. It runs from July 14th t... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 Archaeology in Loughborough

Charnwood Council Warns Landlords

LANDLORDS of licensable houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in Loughborough and the rest of Charnwood are being warned that they could face heavy fines and a potential loss of rental income, if they ... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 Charnwood Council Warns Landlords

Partnership at local beauty spots

CHARNWOOD Borough Council, the Police and partners are targeting car crime this summer by providing drivers in beauty-spot car parks with information as soon as they park up.... 2007-07-10 00:00:00 Partnership at local beauty spots

story of slavery and its abolition

A travelling exhibition to mark the bicentenary of the Act to Abolish the Slave Trade reaches Donington le Heath Manor House on Wednesday 12th July.... 2007-07-07 00:00:00 story of slavery and its abolition

Record the oldest trees in Leicestershire and Rutland

A project to record the oldest trees in Leicestershire and Rutland is appealing for more recorders to join its tree hunt.... 2007-07-07 00:00:00 Record the oldest trees in Leicestershire and Rutland

Controlling nature’s rhythms

Controlling spontaneous rhythms to treat brain disorders and create collision-avoiding cars will be just some of the topics discussed at an exciting Loughborough University lecture.... 2007-07-06 00:00:00 Controlling nature’s rhythms

Top Jobs In Loughborough

AS PART of its innovative look to the future, Charnwood Borough Council is recruiting two high profile positions to drive the organisation forward and deliver real ‘value for money’ for tax payers.... 2007-07-06 00:00:00 Top Jobs In Loughborough

Loughborough MP raises Postal Issues in Parliament

Jackson Coachworks have been mentioned in Parliament by Loughborough MP Andy Reed to highlight the problems of the postal service.... 2007-07-06 00:00:00 Loughborough MP raises Postal Issues in Parliament

Loughborough MP issues Obesity Challenge

Loughborough MP Andy Reed told new Health Secretary Alan Johnson that public health and tackling 'lifestyle diseases' like obesity must remain at the heart of health policy. ... 2007-07-06 00:00:00 Loughborough MP issues Obesity Challenge

Critics praise Loughborough author

A touching new book by Loughborough University lecturer Jonathan Taylor has been praised by literary critics.... 2007-07-05 00:00:00 Critics praise Loughborough author

Luffield Cars Awarded Dealership

Luffield Cars in Loughborough has been the first MG franchised dealers appointed since the MG Rover brand was bought by the Nanjiing Automobile Company (NAC) two years ago.... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Luffield Cars Awarded Dealership

Making a Noise in Loughborough Library

Who said libraries are supposed to be quiet? Drop in at Loughborough Library, in Granby Street , on Wednesday 11 July between 2.00 and 2.30pm for stories and a cup of coffee, and find out just how muc... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Making a Noise in Loughborough Library

Communities have say in who has say

COMMUNITITIES in Loughborough and the rest of Charnwood are being asked to comment on the look, feel and responsibility for a series of groups that will push local issues to the right people, in the r... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Communities have say in who has say

Raising money for Rainbows

Last month a concert took place, given by Jane Bevan (flute), Philippa Jones ('cello) and Maurice Hodges (piano) in the Music School of Loughborough Endowed Schools.... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Raising money for Rainbows

County Council Says 'Stick With Real Nappies'

Before you head out to the shops in Loughborough having read the national press about nappies there is one thing you should know - Leicestershire County Council is continuing to encourage the use of r... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 County Council Says 'Stick With Real Nappies'

consultation and competition

Loughborough University has started the process to develop a 23-acre plot of land purchased in April of last year (2006).... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 consultation and competition

Local Policing Summary

Interested in how your police force is performing? - then keep a look out for your local policing summary which will be dropping through your Loughborough letter-boxes very soon.... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Local Policing Summary

The future of Charnwood Forest

Should Charnwood Forest become a ‘Regional Park’, as proposed in the Draft East Midlands Regional Plan, or are there other options for the protection of its special character and beauty?... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 The future of Charnwood Forest

Wet weather affects grass cutting service

Record June rainfall is taking its toll on Loughborough's highway verge maintenance service. ... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Wet weather affects grass cutting service

Fun packed summer for kids

CHARNWOOD Borough Council’s popular Summer Holiday Activity programme will be unleashed on Monday, July 16th and events are already being booked up fast.... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Fun packed summer for kids

Vehicle used to trap thieves

A car fitted with tracking devices is being used by police in the Loughborough area to catch would be car thieves. ... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Vehicle used to trap thieves

Top Industry Award for Imago in Loughborough

imago Services, Loughborough University’s hospitality and catering provider, has won a prestigious industry award for its use of technology.... 2007-07-04 00:00:00 Top Industry Award for Imago in Loughborough

Loughborough for FA Cup?

Loughborough University has embarked on an ambitious long-term plan for its football club to enter the world’s oldest knockout trophy, the FA Cup.... 2007-07-03 00:00:00 Loughborough for FA Cup?

Lottery Loot for Loughborough

A TOTAL of £513,000 will be invested in facilities for children and young people, across Charnwood, over the three years.... 2007-07-03 00:00:00 Lottery Loot for Loughborough

Pirates set course for Loughborough

Be sure to sharpen your cutlasses and get ready to sail into action with the Pirates of Leicestershire in Market towns and shopping centres across the County this summer! ... 2007-07-03 00:00:00 Pirates set course for Loughborough

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