Category: Community

A flash flood in Kibworth and as I write, we’re having a heat wave.  And a public inquiry has just begun into the proposed opening of a deep coal mine in Cumbria that conflicts with the Government’s proposal to reach net carbon by 2050. 

If, like me, you have trouble remembering the difference between astronomical and meteorological seasons you are really going to struggle with what comes next!

Is it possible that Michelle Robinson is a name that brings a person to mind? She was born and brought up by her parents, with her brother Craig in the upper storey of great aunt Robbie's house in South Chicago and there she lived with her family throughout her childhood and adolescence. Initially, she shared a room with her brother, a partition alone separated the brother and sister. As they grew into teenagers they were given separate bedrooms. The schools she attended were local, within walking distance.

Harborough District Council is preparing to help house and support a number of Afghan refugees fleeing persecution from the Taliban.

Having completed her last day on Friday 27th August, it is with mixed emotions that everyone at Louise Faye Hairdressing wishes Jenny a long and happy retirement.

What a great summer we have had here in Smeeton! It started off with ‘Brass on the Grass’, our annual band concert on the allotments. The Oddfellows Brass Band came in force again to entertain us with renditions of music and songs old and new. What a talented band they are! Even the clouds parted and the sun decided to come out to listen. Although this is a free event, the donations raised were for GEMS and came to £650.

Over the summer, Kibworth Beauchamp Parish Council met on 22 June, 13 July and 24 August.

Money Max is a holistic money support service launched in July 2021 by Citizens Advice LeicesterShire (CitAL). It operates in all Leicestershire districts except Charnwood. The service is funded by Leicestershire County Council. 

The Parish Council’s Annual Walkabout on 1st July started at Jubilee Green, and then went to the Lychgate at the Cemetery. & visiting areas off Marriott Drive where there were concerns about roots damaging the pavement and a large ash tree. Councillors also visited the Larkswood and Rookery park areas.

The Parish Councils would like residents of the two Kibworths to give them their initial views on three exciting projects. The purpose of these projects is to improve facilities and services for both communities. These have been progressing over the past two years during lockdown.