…………the village and beyond
One of the first jet engines ever built has returned to its ‘birthplace’. Over 65 years ago. the engine – a Whittle W2/500 – was built at Sir Frank’s Power Jets Ltd factory, (now called ITP Engines UK Ltd) in Whetstone. Only five of the engines were built and aviation enthusiasts now regard them as ‘gold…
Shoppers visiting Blaby Farmers’ Market on Saturday May 28 can have a go at maypole dancing or enjoy a performance of the traditional dance by children from Greenfield Primary School in Countesthorpe. Carole Troake, economic development officer at Blaby District Council said: “I hope lots of people turn up to see the children perform. It’s…
A community garden scheme in Enderby is holding its annual open day on Tuesday June 21. A Place to Grow, on Mill Lane, was originally started in 2006 to help people with mental health problems, but now provides support for a range of groups across Blaby district including people with learning difficulties and physical disabilities….
The next meeting for the Blaby District Older Persons’ Forum is taking place on Monday 13th June 2011, 2pm till 4.00pm at the Council Chamber, Blaby District Council Offices, Desford Road, Narborough, Leicester, LE19 2EP. This meting is open to residents of Blaby District aged 50 and over. The guest speakers are from Severn…
Staff at Blaby District Council raised £1,149 for the Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance (DLRAA) as their chosen charity for 2010-2011. Councillor Barry Garner visited the charity’s air base at East Midlands Airport in April to hand over the cash on behalf of staff and meet the crew who fly daily life saving missions….