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News published March 2026

• Market Harborough launches bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028

  Published Friday 27 March 2026

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• Council launches self-service point pilot for customers

  Published Thursday 26 March 2026

  A new self‑service contact point has opened at Harborough District Council’s offices for an initial pilot period.

• Over £377k awarded to community projects through council’s £1 million grant scheme

  Published Wednesday 25 March 2026

  Harborough District Council has announced the successful recipients of the latest round of its £1 million Community Grant Fund.

• Weekly food waste collections set to start in November

  Published Tuesday 24 March 2026

  Weekly food waste collections are being introduced to improve recycling and reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill.

• Retail support programme helps local businesses thrive

  Published Monday 23 March 2026

  Fourteen independent retailers across Harborough district have benefited from expert advice and tailored support to help strengthen and grow their businesses.

• Council to invest in new hydrotherapy facilities at Lutterworth Leisure Centre

  Published Thursday 19 March 2026

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• Volunteers step into the future of Rewilding Harborough

  Published Tuesday 17 March 2026

  More than 50 volunteers have explored the future site of the Rewilding Harborough project during guided walks showcasing plans for large-scale nature recovery.

• Council set to decide whether to submit local plan to planning inspector

  Published Friday 13 March 2026

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• Suicide prevention: partners united and committed to be there for all of our community who need help

  Published Friday 13 March 2026

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• Youth council equips students for financial success

  Published Wednesday 4 March 2026

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