Oakham

While the last supermoon was obscured by cloud, this week presents a fantastic opportunity to see one.

A bright comet which is about half the size of the sun, will be visible in the night sky this month.

A supermarket chain has announced it is lifting temporary restrictions on many of its products as stock availability has now improved.

A school is supporting the local community by giving key workers access to 24-hour free parking.

Supermarkets across the area have stepped in to make sure NHS workers and the elderly and vulnerable have all they need.

Mercury editor Kerry Coupe reflects on the last few days as the coronavirus pandemic increases.

The chief executive of a regional ambulance trust has spoken about steps to safeguard patients and staff in the coronavirus outbreak.

As schools enter lockdown, here are some helpful resources to keep your children learning away from the classroom.

A non-league football enthusiast has written a book about a historic football league that includes many of the area’s clubs.

Greggs have confirmed they are not looking to open a shop in a town centre.

A recently reformed rugby group has doubled its members since starting in November.

This year’s edition of the For Rutland Good and New Sale has so far raised £49,000.

The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) Rutland’s alternative vision for development has been launched at a meeting.

Staff working in town Tesco Superstores could face the threat of redundancy.

A council is preparing to move to bigger premises within the next two months.

A salon has reopened following an extensive refurbishment.

The Rutland branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England is to discuss the newly-adopted county local plan at a public meeting.

Events to mark Fairtade Fortnight are being held in Oakham and Whissendine.

Stamford Corn Exchange will play host to the first Mercury Community Awards in November.

More Hotpoint and Indesit washing machines have been recalled due to a fire risk.