This section contains our latest press releases as well as links to our press release archive.
You can also keep up to date with our news on Twitter and Facebook
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 Simpson, communications officer (PR and social media) and Daley Francis, communications officer (website and publications).
May 2019
Charnwood events to pay tribute on Armed Forces Day
24th May
A host of events will be held in Loughborough on Saturday June 29 to celebrate Armed Forces Day. Charnwood Borough Council is proud to be once again organising a range of entertainment and attractions to recognise our Armed Forces. The Market Place..
New Mayor of Charnwood appointed
21st May
A former window dresser turned mature student is now learning a few new skills as Mayor of Charnwood. Cllr Brenda Seaton was appointed as the borough’s first citizen on Monday night (May 20) at the council’s annual meeting at Loughborough Town..
Summer of music at park bandstand
17th May
The bandstand in Queen’s Park, Loughborough will come alive with the sound of music this summer. Free afternoon concerts by a number local of bands and choirs will be staged on the bandstand from May 26 to August 8. Performers will include the..
Twin town scholarship joy for student
9th May
A student is set to study and sample the culture in Loughborough’s twin town of Schwäbisch Hall in Germany thanks to a scholarship. The Goethe Institute, a non-profit cultural organisation in Schwäbisch Hall, offers a young person from..
Sessions to help improve mental health awareness in Charnwood
7th May
Walking events, singing cafes and exercise sessions are being held across Charnwood as part of a national campaign to improve mental health. The Charnwood Mental Health Network, which is made up of organisations from across Charnwood including the..
Kids have an adventure over Easter!
2nd May
Kids across Charnwood had a great time taking part in a range of activities this Easter. Charnwood Borough Council’s two-week holiday activity programme offered 15 different activities including archery, futsal and all-stars cricket. Zoe Griffiths,..
April 2019
Closure order granted at address in Loughborough
26th Apr
This press release has been issued by our colleagues at Leicestershire Police: A closure order has been granted at a house in Peel Drive, Loughborough, following reports of County Lines related criminality at the address. Officers applied for the..
Have your say on May 2
24th Apr
Voters in Charnwood are being reminded to have their say in the local elections on Thursday, May 2. Charnwood Borough Council has 52 councillors across 28 wards and all seats are up for election this year. There are also elections for some town and..
Artists appointed for Shepshed art project
18th Apr
Artists have been commissioned for a public art project in Shepshed. Charnwood Borough Council has appointed Derbyshire-based firm Sculpture Works Ltd to produce artwork for the Buttercup Fields development in Shepshed. Sculpture Works Ltd has worked..
Explore the bluebells at the Outwoods
17th Apr
People are being encouraged to take a short walk to see the bluebells at the Outwoods in Loughborough this spring. Charnwood Borough Council’s ranger service is hosting a guided bluebell walk at the Outwoods on Thursday April 25 at 10am. Matt..
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