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Living Without Abuse (LWA), a local domestic abuse support charity, is managing a coordinated campaign to raise awareness during the 16 Days of Action Against Domestic Abuse, running from 25 November – 10 December inclusive.

As part of this campaign LWA has already participated in a White Ribbon Day event at Loughborough University and an open invitation event for professionals organized by Hinckley... Read More »

Friday December 6th Christmas Tree Lights 6pm

Big Light Switch On. Doors 6pmChildrens Crafts from 6pmMulled wine, mince pies and Christmas songs and music. Bobble Hat and worst Christmas Jumper competition.

Sunday December 8th Christmas Fayre 2-4p

Christmas Stalls. Music from Tutti Flutti Sing It Happy Choir, Teas, Homemade cakes, Children's crafts, activities and raffle. Proceeds to St Andrews Church... Read More »

Delicious cake and endless tea and coffee for just £2.50. Come and sit by the fire!Best cakes around for miles - we have had it on good authority!All most welcome.

On behalf of Hoton Village Hall Management Committee

More pensioners are getting support to claim pension credit this winter, helping them to stay warm and well, thanks to a new partnership between Leicestershire County Council and Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland.

Leicestershire County Council is using a slice of its Government-funded Household Support Fund to help Age UK. This means the charity can help more people check if they're eligible for... Read More »

It is important that we try and prepare ourselves for the colder months to ourselves and our homes warm and well.

• Try and heat the rooms you use to at least 18°C if you can, particularly if you have reduced mobility, are 65 and over, or have a health condition.
• Fit draught proofing to seal any gaps around windows and doors.
• Draw your curtains at dusk and tuck behind radiators to help keep heat inside.... Read More »

We are encouraging all residents to check whether they are eligible and up to date with their vaccinations as we head into the winter months. These vaccines include, RSV, Covid and Flu.

For the latest local information visit and to book a vaccination clinic, head to: https://leicesterleicestershireandrutland.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/vaccinations/

Leicestershire "Holidays Together" sessions are available again over the Christmas school break for families in receipt of benefits related free school meals.

Sessions are held at venues across the county by schools, voluntary and community organisations, childcare providers and sports clubs.

They will include festive fun and activities such as games, arts and crafts, sports, dance, music and trips,... Read More »

A free course has re-launched allowing people to have a go on electric-powered bikes alongside a guide – and, afterwards, to claim back £300 from the cost of an e-bike.

County residents can now book online onto the next sessions, which are being held on Wednesday, 20 November at Leicestershire County Council's County Hall HQ at Glenfield from 9am to 12 noon and again from 1pm to 4pm. To... Read More »

YOUR COMMUNITY NEEDS YOU

Reductions in Local Government funding may see services you take for granted reduced in the future. Your Parish Council may have to step in and fill the void and your community could benefit from your skills and enthusiasm.

If you would like to make a difference and be involved in shaping the future of your local community, why not become a Parish Councillor.

For more information... Read More »

An event to help people compost their carved Halloween pumpkins is returning in November.

The 'Pumpkin Smash' event at Stokes Wood Allotments, LE3 9BR takes place on Saturday 9 November, from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Encouraging residents, organisations, and schools to bring pumpkins that have been carved and are cannot be eaten, pumpkins will be smashed up and composted.

The event has been organised by master... Read More »