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Information evening for potential foster carers
Hoping to encourage next generation of support for vulnerable children
Smoother roads ahead as scheme hits milestone
Scheme to treat county roads is a quarter of the way through completion
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Couple celebrate an inspiring 45 years of fostering
Tricia and Norm have cared for more than 200 children
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County roads to get surface dressing treatment
Million square metres of roads treated to help reduce chance of potholes
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School place closing date looming
Parents are urged to apply on time and online for primary school places
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Spreading the word about composting
People are being invited to help local residents to reduce their waste and help protect the environment.
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We're geared up and ready for winter
The county council's gritting teams are ready to keep Leicestershire's roads moving.
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£15.5m transport proposals for Hinckley
£15.5m plans to improve Hinckley's transport network are under consideration.