News archive

News published May 2016

• Dinosaurs roar into town market

  Published Tuesday 31 May 2016

  Dinosaurs are set to 'invade' Harborough Market as part of a national celebration of local markets.

• New chairman is elected at district council

  Published Tuesday 24 May 2016

  Councillor Janette Ackerley has been elected as the chairman of Harborough District Council for 2016/17.

• Market stall helps to tackle noise

  Published Monday 23 May 2016

  Barking dogs, rowdy neighbours and hot tub parties are just some of the noise complaints made by residents in the Harborough district.

• Second ‘Dragon’s Den’ event helps local projects

  Published Monday 23 May 2016

  The second ‘Dragon’s Den’ style event has seen local groups pitching ideas to a panel of funding experts with a view to getting community projects off the ground.

• Council prepares to help Syrian families

  Published Monday 16 May 2016

  Harborough District Council is preparing to help house and support a number of Syrian families over the next five years.

• Much-needed homes being built on garage sites

  Published Friday 13 May 2016

  Work has begun to transform a former council garage site into much-needed homes to help people get on the housing ladder in Leicestershire.

• Local Plan work progressing

  Published Tuesday 10 May 2016

  Harborough District Council’s Executive met on Monday 9 May 2016 to agree the next phase of work on the Local Plan which will help shape future development in the Harborough district.

• Harborough Lifeline: Emergency home alarm service offers a real lifeline

  Published Tuesday 3 May 2016

  If you feel vulnerable on your own at home – or know someone else who might feel that way – a service is available which not only offers peace of mind but can also save lives.