This section contains our latest press releases as well as links to our press release archive.
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For media inquiries, please contact the council communications team on 01509 634705 or 01509 634681 email communications@charnwood.gov.uk.
The communications team includes Mike Roberts, communications manager, Stacey Comery, senior communications officer, Lewis Harbon, communications officer and Daley Francis, communications officer.
May 2024
Refuse supervisor looks back at 50 years on the bins
3rd May
A refuse supervisor who has been collecting waste and recycling in Charnwood for 56 years, has shared some of his memories as the borough marks its 50th anniversary. The Council is highlighting everything that is great about the area, including its..
Loughborough East Ward by-election results
3rd May
The Loughborough East Ward by-election took place on Thursday May 2, 2024. Counting of the vote took place at Loughborough Leisure Centre on Friday May 3. The results from the by-election can be found on the Council's website.
April 2024
New market to help young people kickstart businesses
30th Apr
Young people in Charnwood are being invited to sign-up to take part in a new market in Loughborough which aims to support budding businesses. A pilot Loughborough KickStart Market will take place on Sunday May 26 between 10am-4pm and will provide an..
Remember your photo ID on May 2
30th Apr
Voters in Charnwood are being encouraged to have a say in the two elections taking place on Thursday May 2. People will be able to cast their vote in the Leicestershire Police and Crime Commissioner election and Loughborough East by-election. In..
Fresh produce on the menu in Syston thanks to Charnwood Community Grant
26th Apr
A community garden in Syston which is encouraging residents to live sustainably whilst offering free and fresh produce is being supported by a Charnwood Community Grant. Grow, Give, Live has received £1,000 through Charnwood Borough Council’s..
Life-saving defibrillator installed at the Outwoods
23rd Apr
A popular open space in Loughborough has had a life-saving defibrillator (AED) installed. Charnwood Borough Council has worked in partnership with Joe Humphries Memorial Trust (JHMT) to install the equipment at the Outwoods in Loughborough. The..
New summer event planned as part of action-packed programme
18th Apr
A series of exciting events will take place this year for residents and visitors to enjoy including a fantastic new summer event. The borough council will be holding ‘Celebrating Charnwood’ over a weekend in June which will include film..
Explore the Outwoods bluebells with guided walk
18th Apr
People are being encouraged not to miss this year’s stunning display of bluebells at the Outwoods in Loughborough. The fantastic display at the north side of the ancient woodland which flourishes each year is expected to only be in bloom over the..
Chance to light the beacon to mark 80 years since D-Day
15th Apr
A competition is being held to find a local resident to light the beacon in Queen’s Park in Loughborough, to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Charnwood Borough Council is searching for a resident with either a military background or personal..
Man fined after rubbish fly-tipped in cemetery
11th Apr
A man has been left with a court bill of £750 after his rubbish was dumped in Loughborough Cemetery on Leicester Road. Charnwood Borough Council prosecuted Mr John Bromley, 28, of Woodthorpe Avenue, Loughborough after the fly-tip was reported to the..