Rutland Water's biggest ever open water swimming event is taking place this morning
with a record-breaking 1,000 swimmers taking part. Distances for Swim Rutland range between 500 metres and 8 kilometres, catering for all abilities and interests. The course runs between Normanton and Whitwell and the two kilometre course includes a trip on the Rutland Belle to start from the south shore.

201 bus route affected by road closure in Stamford
Road safety improvements on the A43
Feasibility study to establish a museum at Stamford Town Hall
Seven week consultation now under way for Local Government Reorganisation
Police officers save man's life in Uppingham
Concerns about several buildings and sites around Stamford
Benedict's Law takes a step forward
Kilnside Energy Park no longer being developed
Police warn of doorstep scam
Benedict's Law to be debated in the House of Lords
Oakham Library now open
Weekend sports round up