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Casterton College has reopened today, but not for years 8 and 9.
Following power outages on Monday which led to less hot food and a colder building, all years were sent home yesterday morning as part of the college lost power again. Science and maths blocks will remain closed, but Casterton College is open for years 7,10 and 11 today, with online learning for years 8 and 9. Hot food, student support and buses are operating as normal.
The first meeting of a new Friends of Stamford Museum Group takes place this evening, following a launch event by Stamford Town Council last week, to show it’s plans for a museum in the Town Hall.
A new senior coroner has been appointed for Lincolnshire to investigate deaths where the cause is unknown, where it may not be due to natural causes or which needs an inquiry for some other reason.
Rutland County Council is holding a series of workshops next month to gather views to make local bus travel as accessible as possible.
Dementia support tai chi sessions celebrate fifteen years
Dementia Support South Lincolnshire celebrated the 15th year anniversary of their weekly tai chi sessions this morning, with a special demonstration and lesson accompanied by tea and cake at Bourne Corn Exchange.
Leicester’s Curve theatre seeks new CEO
Curve in Leicester has announced that their CEO will step down in spring 2027 to take on the role of Chief Operating Officer for a London based production company.
The clock on the tower of the Holy Cross Church in Burley, near Oakham, will receive a new fibreglass face to replace the 1976 installed version.
Rutland and Stamford’s Fairtrade Forum launches special exhibition
The local Fairtrade Forums are joining together for a week of events in the Gallery at the Stamford Arts Centre to draw attention to their work, with an exhibition of interactive displays, activities and artwork by local students.
Weekend sports round up
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Rutland and Leicestershire visited the county last week to speak to communities and the Uppingham Town Council to talk about a recent spike in anti-social behaviour.
WATCH: Uffington's very own Bayeux Tapestry will be extended with new panels
Uffington Primary School discovered a version of the Bayeux Tapestry, which is currently on display in London on loan from France, in their attic- now it will receive a new lease of life.
Uffington's version of the Bayeux Tapestry on display
Uffington's version of the Bayeux Tapestry is on display this afternoon in the village hall before it heads off to Lincoln Castle to be exhibited.
Festival for all kinds of pets
The Rutland Pet Festival gives pets of all kinds the chance to be recognised today in a fun competition alongside pet-related stalls and food and drink.
