On My Own
Does childcare provision in Rutland meet your needs?
Parents and carers who work, study or who are seeking employment are being asked by Rutland County Council if the current provision is affordable, accessible and suitable for the needs of those who require it. The annual Childcare Sufficiency Assessment is open online from today until the 23rd of May at rutland.gov.uk/your say. Information will then be shared with providers and those who support families in the county.
Funding allocations for councils given to urban areas
The Government's continuing to favour urban areas over rural in its funding allocations for councils, says Rutland and Stamford MP.
None for the road
Leicestershire Police says none for the road should be the message this Christmas
Two new swales at Whissendine to manage flood risk
Two new swales have been built next to Whissendine Brook to help manage flooding in the village.
Families in need get gifts this Christmas
Nearly 100 families in need of being helped by the Voluntary Action Rutland Christmas Gift Appeal this year.
Big band experience at Victoria Hall
Twenty professional musicians will once again get together tonight
Budget agreed at Stamford Town Council
Stamford Town Council has agreed its budget for the coming year and says it needs an extra £100,000 from residents, despite having received several grants for projects in the town.
Rutland County Council approves two housing development proposals
Rutland County Council has approved two controversial housing developments saying they were satisfied housebuilders had taken enough steps to mitigate flooding.
Santa's sleigh in Oakham
Oakham will be once again covered by eight routes from the Rutland Lions Santa Sleigh from tonight.
Christmas trees still available
If you're still looking for a real Christmas tree, Oakham All Saint Scouts have a number leftover from their deliveries this year.
Late night shopping in Oakham
It's late night shopping in Oakham tonight and over 65 stalls are expected along the High Street and in Victoria Hall and Oakham Castle,
Weekend sports round up
A Ceremony of Carols in Stamford
The Mayor of Stamford is holding a fundraising Christmas concert at the Town Hall this afternoon in aid of her mayoral charities.
