Environment

A sanctuary for exotic animals and native wildlife in Deeping St james will open its doors to visitors on Sunday.

The district council says figures presented by Friends of the Earth are out of date.

A village could see an innovation in housing design if plans for a "energy-positive" home go ahead.

Churches are fighting back following a series of thefts across the region.

A developer has plans to replace a village pub that has been empty for years.

Residents in Ancaster have raised fears after finding ‘blue pellets’ scattered along the pavements.

Businesses in Stamford can become certified plastic-free champions as part of the Plastic Free Stamford campaign.

The owner of emu-like Inca is hopeful that the bird will return home to roost.

People are being asked for their views on a document that could shape the character of the area.

Rutland councillors are to debate a range of environmental initiatives at a meeting next week.

Residents are urged not to throw batteries into rubbish or recycling bags following a number of fires.

Three villages benefited from a litter blitz when volunteers hit the streets.

A school project involving creating a wildlife pond brought a top award in recognition of the hard work from pupils, staff and parents.

A cardboard and paper recycling collection trial proved so popular that not all collections could be made in the one day planned.

A 16-year-old annual event continues to attract its 'core' fans.

Five seals, including two which were badly injured by discarded litter, have been released back into the wild.

Old bicycles from RAF base will be restored by inmates as part of the My Bike Scheme.

Rutland Water hosted The Outdoor Guide’s all-ability walk as part of Ordnance Survey’s National Get Outside Day on Sunday.

An awareness day was organised to help pupils to better understand climate issues.

Word on the Ground columnist Sue Lamb is highlighting how Brexit is impacting on workforce and the £1.3billion ornamental sector.