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Questions on crime and policing to be answered at town meeting

People will have the chance to grill the police and crime commissioner at a meeting tomorrow night.

Petrol station worker has alcohol licence revoked after drink driving conviction

A petrol station worker convicted of drink driving has had the licence allowing her to sell alcohol to customers revoked.

Tributes paid to a man who served his county for decades

Tributes have been paid to a man who dedicated much of his life to the county which he lived in and loved so much.

Donation helps young people live out cookery and space dreams

Members of a masonic lodge stepped in to help a youth group which was struggling to afford activities.

Communities prepare for VE Day events

Communities will come together next month to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day and the end of the Second World War.

Potholes which have cost the council the most in payouts revealed

A pothole which has cost the council £75,000 is the most expensive in Lincolnshire in more than a decade.

Report points out shortcomings, including treating people without respect

The area's housing association tenants are not happy with their landlords, a review has found.

MP reveals life-threatening condition ahead of birth of third child

An MP has revealed she’s got a life-threatening condition ahead of the birth of her third baby.

Leaders from two Rutlands to meet for international talks

A council chairman is travelling more than 3,000 miles to a meeting in Rutland.

Fun for all at village fair

A village community is gearing up for a day of fun and fundraising.

‘Our town deserves and needs its own tip’

A renewed call has been made for a town tip as thousands of new homes are planned.

Proud pubs aim to become toast of the county after national award nominations

Pubs from our area are hoping they can become the toast of their county - and beyond.

Delight as stolen banner returned

Readers have once again had plenty to say on what’s in the news.

‘We’re investing in bus services when other local authorities are cutting back’

At the end of March, Rutland launched a new on-demand bus service when other authorities are cutting back.

Well maintained family home in a sought after village on the market

This beautiful four bedroom detached home is situated in an elevated position in a sought after village.

Deputy prime minister promises to protect county’s status

Deputy PM Angela Rayner has promised Rutland’s MP that she will look at solutions to protect the county in the local government shake-up.

TV stand-ups and new comics provide the giggles at comedy nights

Stand-up comedy returns to two village venues thanks to a county-based promoter.

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Sport

Granger grabs glory after victory in Classic event

Race started and finished in Oakham town centre for the first time.

Finals night provides a unique moment in club’s history

Long-serving club stalwarts hand out the prizes after announcing their retirements.

Marko make strong start after paying their respects to ‘gentle giant’

Two Saturday successes and narrow defeat 24 hours later for Rutland club.

Unbeaten Oakham are top of the class after retaining league title

Successful school side has classic blend of youth and experience with an international flavour.

Super start to summer season as seniors toast title triumph

Ladies record five successive victories to land league title.

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What's On

Finalists duel by verse for poet laureate role

Ten hopeful poets have thrown their hats in the ring to be the town’s new laureate.

Communities prepare for VE Day events

Communities will come together next month to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day and the end of the Second World War.

Don’t tell him Pike!

Don’t tell him Pike but a classic British comedy will be brought to the stage.

May Day celebrations return to town park

A town park will come alive with colour and music as it hosts its annual May Day celebrations.

Will your hero be at the scarecrow festival?

Heroes and heroines will help entertain visitors to a village scarecrow festival.

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Business

Anglian Water repairs results in busy road closure

Motorists are advised to avoid an important road which has been shut.

Developers reveal key details about 1,100 hectare solar farm plan

Developers have unveiled more details of their plans for a huge 1,100 hectare solar farm.

Car showroom can put up illuminated signs - despite objection

A car showroom is heading in the right direction, after planners gave the latest stage of its development the green light.

Organisers cancel street market for second year in a row

A village’s long-running street market will not go ahead for the second year in a row, but a community celebration is still planned.

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Lifestyle

Proud pubs aim to become toast of the county after national award nominations

Pubs from our area are hoping they can become the toast of their county - and beyond.

Changes to security checks at airports

Our travel expert looks at changes in security at UK airports.

Have a crack at the toughest pub quiz on the internet

The Saturday Social is back with 13 trivia questions on everything from cars to cakes.

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