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South Kesteven District Council collected 725 kilos of used batteries in its first week of kerbside collections, the equivalent of 29,000 AA size.
Anyone who uses a wheelie bin can leave batteries in the freezer or nappy bag with their bin across the district. Those who still put out bags for their rubbish have to take their batteries to recycling centre or battery sellers such as a supermarket.
Have your say on local beat priorities
Rutland Police wants to hear from you and what it should concentrate on in the new year as they review their local beat priorities.
Covering of snow around Oakham
Oakham, Uppingham and the western side of Rutland is waking up to a covering of snow this morning with nothing to show in the eastern parts.
Horseshoe throwing event at Spanhoe Lodge
There's a chance to throw horseshoes this lunchtime in the annual New Year's Day game
George's Food Hub open
Free food and the chance to reduce food waste is on offer in Stamford this afternoon.
Police investigate van thefts
Lincolnshire Police is investigating a series of van thefts in the west of the county, including South Kesteven.
Fifty years of Rutland Water
Rutland Water is marking its 50th anniversary in 2026 with 50 events throughout the year.
Local people awarded New Year's Honours
A number of people from the Rutland and Stamford area have been recognised for their work in the New Year's Honours.
Work to start on hospital entrance
Work to enhance the general entrance around Stamford and Rutland Hospital will take place through next month.
Second Helpings open today
Second Helpings, which is based at Barn Hill Methodist Church, also has a community fridge, which is open
Weekend sports round up
Men jailed for theft of plant equipment
Two men are spending Christmas and New Year in prison after being involved in the theft of £500,000 worth of plant equipment
Tributes are being paid to Stewart Francis
Tributes are being paid to the president of the Peterborough Referee Association who has passed away
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