Public encouraged to nominate outstanding voluntary organisations for Royal award
The King's Award for Voluntary Service holds the same value as an MBE
Countywide tree planting project hits 250,000 mark
It's a major step forward in the drive to plant one tree for every person in the county
Online community event is your chance to work together to tackle climate change
Residents can talk to a panel of experts who will be sharing their experiences of making a difference at community level
Joining up people’s NHS and social care records
Information can be accessed by different people who are directly involved in supporting people
Councillor Kevin Feltham continues to take on Chairman mantle
Current chair to take on position for second term
Council supports national drive to boost numbers skills
The council’s Multiply team and community providers are hosting several free events on National Numeracy Day, Wednesday 17 May
Creating wildflower areas continues to grow places
Around 60 parish councils now signed up to scheme
Council makes case for fair funding at Downing Street
Follow up meetings are being set up after the positive discussion with the Chancellor
Public invited to service to celebrate King’s Coronation
There are 200 places for members of the public, which will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lord-Lieutenant’s Young Person of Year 2023 announced
Inspirational winners announced at Lord Lieutenants award ceremony
Tree wardens celebrate 40 years of helping to keep the county green
Tree wardens help protect trees by reporting pests, disease and vandalism and help look out for opportunities to plant more trees in the local community.
Volunteering fit for a King – do your bit for The Big Help Out
People across the county are being encouraged to pledge to volunteer in their local communities on Monday 8 May and beyond
Space Park Leicester partnership signals formal start of operations at East Midlands Freeport
Government green light means East Midlands Freeport is now open for business
New Taste the Place tourism campaign launches
Taste the Place showcases the best food and drink on our doorstep
Kibworth recycling and household waste site set to reopen after major redevelopment
The site has step-free access to the skips, making it easier and safer for the public to recycle and deposit their unwanted household waste
Still time to apply for Coronation road closures
Nearly 80 groups and individuals already planning to mark a special weekend
£49.5 million for Melton as government supports vital new road
Planned work will reduce congestion, improve air quality and provide faster local journeys in Britain’s 'rural capital of food'.
Sign up now for ‘eggcellent’ free Easter holiday clubs
The holiday activity clubs are available for children aged five to 16 receiving benefits-related free school meals