Oakham

Plans for a commercial enterprise at a farm which were previously refused have been resubmitted as a self storage scheme.

A petition launched against a proposed development on greenfield land attracted more than 1,000 signatures in less than a week.

Feedback from an online follower has brought action at one of the area’s visitor attractions.

Poppy Appeal events in Rutland are getting underway with a Festival of Remembrance.

Richard Westbrook Baker came to Rutland to start work on the Exton Estate in November 1814, writes Rutland Local History and Record Society.

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Very few people realise just what varied and exciting job opportunities are on our doorsteps, writes Rutland and Stamford MP Alicia Kearns (Con).

What was making the news this week in years gone by.

A rogue jewellery dealer has been jailed after he pleaded guilty to a £150,000 fraud.

Plans to turn an unused field into a recreational park will be discussed again next week.

Tributes have been paid to a former teacher and town councillor who helped tackle healthcare issues on behalf of others.

Plans to install a BT Street Hub have been thrown out, partly because it would block double buggies and mobility scooters.

A council leader has backed a new neurodiversity policy and shared her education success despite being labelled ‘thick and stupid’ at school.

Two council leaders issued a final plea to Rutland County Council to make a decision on local government reorganisation.

A train strike affecting services to Stamford and Oakham has been suspended.

Plans have been put forward for assisted living units for young adults and new housing.

A county council is gearing up for the next phase of replacing its old car speed monitoring equipment with modern versions.

Councillors from three counties have planted an oak tree in memory of a historic bare-knuckle fight which took place between a slave and a boxer.

Crooks offering to fill in potholes for free have been targeting homeowners and business across the region, police have warned.

A village pub is among the top 100 places to eat and drink in the UK, according to The Good Food Guide.