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New tourism signs promote the district’s largest market towns
Published on Friday 20 September 2024Brown tourism signs on the outskirts of Market Harborough and Lutterworth have been installed.
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Cleaning of memorial warmly welcomed
Published on Friday 20 September 2024Harborough District Council’s cleaning and restoration work to conserve the war memorial in Market Harborough has been warmly welcomed by residents and visitors to the town.
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Clarification sought on Harborough District Leisure Trust’s use of funds
Published on Thursday 19 September 2024.
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Local projects benefit from more than £235,000
Published on Friday 13 September 2024Over £235,000 has been handed out to a diverse range of community projects thanks to the district council.
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Enforcement plan for dealing with careless developers introduced
Published on Wednesday 11 September 2024Developers who disregard or breach planning conditions could be taken to court under new enforcement practices.
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Fairtrade flag flies high in Market Harborough
Published on Wednesday 11 September 2024Harborough District Council is marking the 30th anniversary of the Fairtrade movement in the UK by flying the Fairtrade community flag from its council offices.
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Cleaning and restoration work to conserve town’s memorial for future generations
Published on Friday 6 September 2024The symbolic war memorial in Market Harborough is to be cleaned and restored later this month after showing signs of deterioration.
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New Gartree prison to go ahead despite leader’s call for reconsideration
Published on Thursday 5 September 2024The Leader of Harborough District Council has received a letter from the government confirming that the new prison at Gartree, approved under the previous government, will still be built.
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Fleckney benefits from village centre makeover
Published on Thursday 5 September 2024A programme of measures to enhance and improve the centre of Fleckney for residents is complete.
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New Community Awards proposed to recognise valuable contributions in the Harborough District
Published on Friday 30 August 2024A new Harborough District Annual Community Awards event to recognise and celebrate the contributions of community groups and individuals will be considered at a Cabinet meeting in early September.
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Foxton Locks towpath improvements will make it easier to walk and cycle
Published on Thursday 22 August 2024A popular stretch of the towpath and canal bank at Foxton Locks is being upgraded improving the route for people to walk and cycle.
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Leader meets Chairs of Foxton and Lubenham parish councils
Published on Wednesday 21 August 2024The leader of the council has continued his commitment to meet with individual parish councils and attend parish meetings in the Harborough district.
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Church clock to chime again after restoration
Published on Monday 19 August 2024An historic church clock has been restored to full working order after a community initiative to repair it.
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Community grant fund open for applications from parish and town councils
Published on Monday 19 August 2024The first round of Harborough District Council’s £1 million capital grant funding for parish and town councils is open for applications.
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Leader’s meetings with parishes continue with successful visit to Broughton Astley
Published on Friday 16 August 2024The leader of the district council took the opportunity to discuss local issues and opportunities for closer working when he visited Broughton Astley this week.
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Delve into local heritage and history with free open days
Published on Friday 9 August 2024A host of local heritage and cultural sites will open to the general public next month to participate in the Heritage Open Days Festival 2024.
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Upgrades to revitalise and refresh town centre
Published on Friday 9 August 2024The council is making further improvements in Market Harborough town centre over the coming weeks.
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Harborough pool bounces back into action
Published on Friday 9 August 2024A thrilling new inflatable is launching this weekend at Harborough Leisure Centre following the pool re-opening to visitors earlier this week.
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Lutterworth Leisure Centre refurbished as council leisure investment continues
Published on Thursday 8 August 2024The gym at Lutterworth Leisure Centre re-opened right on schedule on Friday 2 August and feedback from visitors over the weekend has been fabulous!
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Council leader reiterates request to Prime Minister to call in decision on new prison at Gartree
Published on Monday 5 August 2024.
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Council in strong position to respond to government’s proposed planning policy reform
Published on Friday 2 August 2024Harborough District Council has confirmed it is ready to respond to potential changes to the national planning system thanks to work undertaken on its new Local Plan to date.
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Gold for Lutterworth champion!
Published on Thursday 1 August 2024The council is thrilled that Olympic gold medallist Lauren Henry has rowed her way to victory with her team in the women's quadruple sculls at the Paris Olympic Games this week.
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Government funding to support temporary accommodation announced for Harborough District
Published on Thursday 1 August 2024A home for use by a displaced Afghan family and temporary accommodation for another two families will be purchased by a council thanks to government funding announced this week.
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New park to improve wellbeing and friendship in Market Harborough
Published on Thursday 25 July 2024Plans for an inclusive park in Market Harborough where people are encouraged to talk have been considered.
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New banners showcase town's cultural offer
Published on Monday 22 July 2024Market Harborough's iconic Symington Building has received a vibrant makeover with the installation of eye-catching banners adorning its façade.
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Council leader encourages people to give their views in local NHS health consultation
Published on Thursday 18 July 2024The Leader of Harborough District Council is calling on all interested parties to participate in a local NHS public consultation about changes to the prescribing of gluten free products.
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Management of open spaces on developments set to be reviewed
Published on Monday 15 July 2024Councils could take a more active role in the maintenance of open space on developments following an Open Space Policy review by Harborough District Council.
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Communities allocated capital grant funding totalling £1 million
Published on Monday 15 July 2024Residents are set to benefit from shares of thousands of pounds to improve their communities.
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Cultural Quarter welcomes visitors to Market Harborough
Published on Friday 12 July 2024The last stage of the Cultural Quarter project has reached completion.
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Works by local artists brighten up public space
Published on Wednesday 10 July 2024Local artists can now make use of valuable wall space to display their work for the enjoyment of members of the public at Harborough Market.
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