News archive
News published June 2021
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New campaign launched to crackdown on layby litter
Published Monday 28 June 2021A new campaign to help reduce the amount of litter left in laybys, along major roads in the Harborough district, has been launched today (28 June) with day of action.
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Let’s join together to say a big ‘thank you’
Published Thursday 24 June 2021People across the Harborough district are being encouraged to join together to say ‘thank you’, in their own unique way, to those who have helped them during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Flag raising to mark Armed Forces Day
Published Monday 21 June 2021Harborough District Council hoisted a flag, on Monday 21 June 2021, to show the district’s gratitude to the Armed Forces community.
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Visits give insight into job scheme benefits
Published Friday 18 June 2021Council Leader Cllr Phil King and Neil O’Brien MP took time this week to visit young people and employers who are benefitting from the national Kickstart Scheme.
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Major milestone for district on grassroots planning power
Published Friday 18 June 2021Residents in the Harborough district have been praised for their commitment to helping shape their communities after a major milestone was reached.
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Join the business innovators at exciting virtual event
Published Friday 11 June 2021The most innovative and entrepreneurial businesses in the Harborough district are set to take part in a unique virtual event – and more people are being invited to take part.
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Fly-tipping in district falls for second year in row
Published Friday 11 June 2021Harborough District Council's successful Tip Off campaign continues to drive down fly-tipping in the Harborough district – bucking the national trend which has seen incidents increase.
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Community and Volunteers Fair returns to town
Published Friday 11 June 2021Voluntary groups, charities and not-for-profit organisations will once again be showcasing the work they do as the popular Community and Volunteers Fair returns.
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Woman first to receive higher fine after fly-tipping
Published Wednesday 9 June 2021A woman has been fined £400 for ‘duty of care’ offences, relating to fly-tipping, under new tougher measures introduced by the Council.
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More than £925,000 given out to local projects
Published Wednesday 9 June 2021A diverse range of community projects have received a welcome financial boost – totalling more than £925,000 – thanks to the district council.