http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news Harborough District Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:50:00 +0000 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:50:00 +0000 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1959/new_inclusive_play_equipment_unveiled_at_welland_park Children and families are already enjoying a range of new inclusive play features at Welland Park following a £50,000 investment by Harborough District Council.  Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:50:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1958/new_council_fleet_strengthens_waste_and_street_cleansing_services Residents across Harborough district will benefit from a significant investment in a new fleet of waste collection and street cleansing vehicles. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:14:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1957/cabinet_to_consider_revised_start_date_for_food_waste_collections Harborough District Council’s Cabinet is set to consider a report recommending that the introduction of weekly household food waste collections is moved to 1 April 2027. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1956/market_harborough_to_honour_thomas_cook_with_new_statue_and_heritage_trail The contribution of Thomas Cook, founder of modern tourism, is set to be recognised with a new statue and heritage trail in Market Harborough. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1955/government_announce_new_unitary_councils_for_leicester_leicestershire_and_rutland The Government has announced its decision on local government reorganisation for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1954/youth_council_celebrates_successful_year_and_invites_new_members_to_get_involved Young people across Harborough district are being encouraged to help shape the future of their communities by joining the Harborough District Youth Council for the 2026-27 academic year. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:55:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1953/council_launches_new_support_programme_to_help_residents_into_work Residents across the Harborough district are being encouraged to take advantage of a new programme designed to help them move closer to employment, training and job readiness. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:14:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1952/classic_car_show_2026_hailed_as_the_best_ever_yet More than 350 classic cars and motorcycles lined the streets of Market Harborough on Sunday 5 July as thousands of visitors flocked to the town centre for the annual classic car show. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:37:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1951/businesses_encouraged_to_take_part_in_harborough_district_food_and_drink_fortnight Independent food and drink businesses are invited to take part in the 2026 Harborough District Food and Drink Fortnight, which runs from Thursday 2 July to Thursday 16 July 2026. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:54:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1950/welland_park_tennis_courts_reopen_following_refurbishment Welland Park tennis courts in Market Harborough have been refurbished and are now ready to welcome the community, providing high-quality facilities for residents and visitors to enjoy. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1949/nominations_for_harborough_district_2026_community_awards_are_open People are invited to nominate individuals, groups and businesses who make a valuable contribution to their local community in the Harborough District for a special award. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1948/harborough_district_council_launches_working_wonders_to_connect_schools_with_local_industry . Thu, 28 May 2026 10:52:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1946/new_tree_trail_celebrates_nature_in_market_harborough Residents and visitors can enjoy a new outdoor walking experience with the launch of the Market Harborough Tree Trail during National Walking Month.  Thu, 28 May 2026 09:30:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1947/local_businesses_invited_to_free_sustainability_events_during_great_big_green_week Businesses across the Harborough district are invited to take part in three free events organised by Harborough District Council as part of Great Big Green Week (6 to 14 June 2026). Wed, 27 May 2026 12:11:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1945/new_chairman_confirmed_at_annual_council Councillor Buddy Anderson has been elected as Chairman of Harborough District Council for the 2026/27 council year. Wed, 20 May 2026 09:59:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1944/council_confers_first_honorary_alderman_and_alderwoman_titles Distinguished former councillors have been honoured by Harborough District Council with the authority’s first-ever Honorary Alderman and Alderwoman titles. Wed, 20 May 2026 09:26:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1943/more_than_95000_shared_with_community_projects Community projects have received a welcome financial boost from Harborough District Council. Wed, 13 May 2026 12:19:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1942/new_conservative_administration_sets_out_early_priorities The new leader of Harborough District Council, Cllr Simon Whelband, has confirmed his administration will move quickly to deliver on the priorities set out in its successful budget amendments. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:06:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1941/statement_%E2%80%93_death_of_cllr_david_gair Everyone at Harborough District Council is saddened to hear that Cllr David Gair has passed away. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:01:00 +0100 http://www.harborough.gov.uk/news/article/1940/market_harborough_launches_bid_to_become_uk_town_of_culture_2028 ... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:43:00 +0000