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Plans to build up to 24 affordable homes in Houghton on the Hill have been rejected. Harborough District Council’s planning committee went against the recommendation of officers and unanimously refused permission for the development on land north of Stretton Lane. Councillors raised concerns over conflict with the neighbourhood plan and the impact on the countryside […]

The new leader of Harborough District Council says his administration will move quickly to deliver on its priorities following the Conservatives taking control of the authority. Councillor Simon Whelband says the focus will be on tackling fly-tipping, improving street cleanliness and upgrading play areas across the district. He has also announced plans for a new […]

A major development plan for the Harborough district has moved forward after being submitted to government for examination. The Local Plan sets out sites for around 6,500 new homes over the next 15 years, including more than 1,400 to the north of Market Harborough. An independent inspector will now be appointed to assess whether the […]

By Chris Harper, Local Democracy Reporter Leicestershire’s traditional July Fortnight is set to be retained following pushback from parents and councillors. Leicestershire County Council is set to launch a new consultation on summer holidays, but these will see the early summer break – also known as the Leicestershire or July Fortnight – remain unchanged after […]

A Market Harborough charity is celebrating the opening of its new town centre base. VASL has moved into the first floor of the former bank building on Church Square and officially launched its new offices with a community event held outside. Passers-by were able to find out more about the wide range of services the […]

By Tess Rushin, Local Democracy Reporter Five months of disruption is possible as a major Leicestershire road is set to close for “major” improvement works. Warnings have been issued to drivers as the closures will shut a 154-metre stretch of road and pavement on London Road in Great Glen. Leicestershire County Council is undertaking the […]

Plans for up to 32 affordable homes in Kibworth Beauchamp have been approved despite opposition from residents. The development on land off Fleckney Road will deliver 100 per cent affordable housing, with councillors backing the scheme by five votes to three, despite 31 objections and parish council concerns. The outline application covers an agricultural field […]

Repairs are set to go ahead on pothole-hit access roads in Market Harborough. Harborough District Council says it has commissioned work the route serving the leisure centre, GP surgery, day nursery, and football and rugby clubs. Drivers have raised concerns about the poor condition of the surfaces off Northampton Road, with the council confirming it […]

A unique fundraiser is taking place at Market Harborough C of E Academy tomorrow as Cow Pat Bingo takes place. After the success of previous events, the school has enlisted Charlotte the Highland cow from Waterloo Cottage Farm in Great Oxendon to decide this year’s winner. Supporters can buy a square on the school field, […]

Harborough District Council is seeking talks with a GP surgery in Market Harborough after concerns were raised over new parking restrictions. Two Shires Medical Centre recently introduced an ANPR system requiring patients to register their vehicle details or risk a £100 fine, in a move it says is aimed at preventing misuse of its car […]