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Rutland over 70s and clinically vulnerable told: Book your vaccine now — Rutland over 70s and clinically vulnerable told: Book your vaccine now

Eligible patients in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are being invited to book a Covid-19 vaccine as soon as possible for this week.

Schools to remain closed because of snow — Schools to remain closed because of snow

Two secondary schools have announced they will be remaining closed tomorrow (January 26) as a result of the snow.

Police attend report of hare coursing — Police attend report of hare coursing

Police officers have attended a hare coursing report after a farmer spotted suspicious activity in a field.

Stamford Mid-Lent Fair cancelled — Stamford Mid-Lent Fair cancelled

The Stamford Mid-Lent Fair has been cancelled for a second year in a row due to efforts to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

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Drivers stuck for an hour at Tallington level crossing — Drivers stuck for an hour at Tallington level crossing

Drivers were stuck at Tallington level crossing for an hour this morning because of a barrier failure.

Concern over rise in Covid-19 cases — Concern over rise in Covid-19 cases

The number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 recorded in Ketton ward has risen by more than 30 in the past two weeks.

Pupil says mini exams would seem ‘inhumane’ — Pupil says mini exams would seem ‘inhumane’

A pupil has called on the education secretary to ensure the grading of A-Level examinations is done fairly.

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Main road closed — Main road closed

Police have closed the A605 near Elton.

Drone photos show snow-covered Stamford from the sky — Drone photos show snow-covered Stamford from the sky

An amateur drone photographer has captured photos of Stamford from the air after yesterday's snowfall.

Oakham historical figure Jeffrey Hudson and his friendship with a queen inspires debut novel — Oakham historical figure Jeffrey Hudson and his friendship with a queen inspires debut novel

The colourful life of 17th-century dwarf Jeffrey Hudson is the inspiration for historical novel's central character

Student believes it's 'questionable' for universities to charge full-price — Student believes it's 'questionable' for universities to charge full-price

A student, who has faced an unconventional first year at university, believes it's 'questionable' to pay full-price while learning is impacted.

More of your snowy photos — More of your snowy photos

The Rutland & Stamford Mercury has been inundated with photos from readers after yesterday's snowfall.

Historians want bridge to be saved — Historians want bridge to be saved

A group of Bourne residents passionate about the town’s history are encouraging people to join their campaign to save a bridge.

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Opening the door to hidden secrets — Opening the door to hidden secrets

Researcher Stuart Henderson has opened the door to some of the secrets hidden within our surroundings.

Dog rescue centre continues to be helped by lottery — Dog rescue centre continues to be helped by lottery

A dog rescue charity and an animal lover have found themselves in a win-win situation from a lottery.

Looking back over the years with Mercury Memories — Looking back over the years with Mercury Memories

Take a trip down memory lane.

Save a hen from slaughter by giving it a home — Save a hen from slaughter by giving it a home

A rehoming event for hens is taking place in Collyweston this weekend.

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Steele’s loving life leading Jubilee line — Steele’s loving life leading Jubilee line

A former professional goalkeeper is hoping to kick-off a new career as an outfield player.

Royce sponsorship aims to help raise awareness

Royce sponsorship aims to help raise awareness

Royce sponsorship aims to help raise awareness

Oakham youngsters receive backing from lifesaving service.

Students and staff aiming to eclipse the rest in Lunar Challenge

Students and staff aiming to eclipse the rest in Lunar Challenge

Students and staff aiming to eclipse the rest in Lunar Challenge

Stamford College take part in nationwide initiative.

Fan-tastic support helps Daniels to pass ticket target

Fan-tastic support helps Daniels to pass ticket target

Fan-tastic support helps Daniels to pass ticket target

Manager Drury 'blown away' by the response to Trophy tie initiative.

Prominent businessman and former Stamford AFC chairman Vic Couzens has died

Prominent businessman and former Stamford AFC chairman Vic Couzens has died

Prominent businessman and former Stamford AFC chairman Vic Couzens has died

The Daniels have paid tribute to prominent businessman Vic Couzens, who has passed away.

Dean decides on his all-time best squad — Five-times Premier Division title winner chooses the best players he has faced.

Pride and frustration for Daniels boss after Trophy defeat — Terrific run is ended as Drury rues lack of creativity for his free-scoring side.

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Young artists invited to enter county arts showcase with Open The Door theme — Young artists invited to enter county arts showcase with Open The Door theme

Arts for Rutland 'open the door' to entries for youth art exhibition

Rutland gardens to feature on BBC’s Escape to the County — Rutland gardens to feature on BBC’s Escape to the County

Barnsdale Gardens in Rutland is set to appear on a TV programme.

Illuminated trail is perfect seasonal activity — Illuminated trail is perfect seasonal activity

Keep the festive sparkle going post-Christmas with a visit to the outdoor illuminated trail at the National Trust’s beautiful Belton House.

Votes could send musician to Paris — Votes could send musician to Paris

A musician needs public votes to help him win a trip to Paris.

Christmas revue crew say ‘show must go on’ — Christmas revue crew say ‘show must go on’

Actors are set to bring festive cheer with an annual revue.

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LIFESTYLE

Individual designed home is ready for a family — Individual designed home is ready for a family

An individually designed, substantial detached property which is appointed to a high standard throughout, is on the market with Murray estate agents.

Just because travel isn’t possible right now doesn’t mean we can’t plan ahead and dream — Just because travel isn’t possible right now doesn’t mean we can’t plan ahead and dream

Travel Counsellor Emma Savage, based in Wittering, shares her travel news in her regular column.

Web speeds set to rocket as ‘full fibre’ rolls out right to our doors — Web speeds set to rocket as ‘full fibre’ rolls out right to our doors

For those with a dodgy internet connection, video calls and the ‘uploads and downloads’ of modern business are an utter curse.

Campaign launched to keep loco 'Stamford' at railway museum in Rutland — Campaign launched to keep loco 'Stamford' at railway museum in Rutland

A campaign has been launched to make a 94-year-old steam locomotive a permanent resident of Rutland.

Eye-catching cottage is ready to move into — Eye-catching cottage is ready to move into

Rutland Cottage in Oakham is on the market with Newton Fallowell.

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