Forget About Us
South Kesteven District Council is expected to scrap proposals to charge for evening and Sunday parking in Stamford's car parks after outcry from the community.
A petition set up by Town Councillor Amanda Wheeler against the measures attracted nearly 3,000 signatures. There is, however, expected to be an increase in the hourly charge after three years without any inflationary rise. The District Council's Cabinet is expected to agree the measures tomorrow.
Oakham Support and Connections
A new centre for adults with disabilities has opened in Oakham.
Uppingham in Bloom Winter Warmer
There's a chance to raise funds for Uppingham in Bloom's upcoming planting this year in their annual Winter Warmer event.
New mural for Stamford
A new mural of Stamford is on the way in a project funded by South Kesteven District Council.
Local Government Reorganisation
Rutland County Council and the seven districts of Leicestershire have announced their thinking on the new authorities for local government reorganisation.
RAF Wittering trials vegetable oil
RAF Wittering has been taking part in trials to run its operations on vegetable oil, from trucks to mobile cooking, in a bid to cut the carbon footprint of the force.
Rutland County Council do not support Leicestershire plans
Rutland County Council along with Leicestershire's seven borough and district councils has issued a joint statement saying they do not support Leicestershire County Council's plans to continue with one large unitary authority for the county and that residents deserve better in the upcoming local government reorganisation.
Flying Scotsman at NVR
The country's most well-known steam train has arrived at Nene Valley Railway at Wansford for a series of rail tours and experiences.
A Chorus Line at the Corn Exchange
A Stamford Theatre Group began its twelfth full musical in five years on Thursday.
The Amber Squad Mini Tour
A Rutland rock band who achieved national recognition in the early 80s are staging a mini tour starting tonight in Stamford.
Take care when buying second-hand horse boxes
Rutland's rural crime team is warning buyers to be extra careful when buying second-hand horse boxes, with statistics that 1 in 10 listed on selling sites has been flagged as stolen or tampered with.
Matilda Jr and A Chorus Line at the Corn Exchange
One of the West End's top musicals for children comes to Stamford from today, as Matilda Junior becomes the 11th full production in 5 years for Stamford Showstoppers.
Rutland County Council approves housing developments
The Government's increased housing target for Rutland was one of the reasons planners felt they had no choice but to approve outline planning for a 63 house development on land south of Meadow Lane in Ryhall last night.
