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Leicestershire County Council has approved a 2.99% council tax increase (Photo: LDRS)

'The people's budget': Council leader hails 'historic' approval of 2.99% council tax increase

20th Feb 2026 |

Ambitious plans to be put forward for 1,200 houses in Castle Donington (Photo: Turvy)

'Ambitious' plans for 1,200 new homes in Castle Donington

20th Feb 2026 | 1

Ashby Town Council have put out a proposal for a local artist to create a mural on the wall of Costa (Photo: Ashby Town Council)

Ashby Town Council in search of artist for £10k mural on Costa wall

19th Feb 2026 |

There's plenty going on this weekend in Ashby, including a pantomime and musical theatre (Photo: Grace Kennington)

What's on this weekend in Ashby: Musical theatre, pantomime and more

19th Feb 2026 |

Despite celebrations from councillors when the footpath reopened, the town council is still frustrated by lack of action from county council (Photo: Ashby Town Council)

Ashby Council raise concern at lack of progress with controversial footpath

18th Feb 2026 |

Police chiefs has said proposed merger would leave 'towns and villages hopelessly exposed to crime.' (Photo: Leicestershire Police)

Leicestershire Police leaders label plans for 'police mega forces' in Midlands as 'monstrous power-grab'

17th Feb 2026 |

A father and son duo from Ashby are embarking on a 600km charity bike ride (Photo: Provided)

Ashby father and son embark on 600km cycle across Asia to raise funds for charity

17th Feb 2026 |

Ashby's InspireYouth Collective is concerned about possible closure as finances are stretched thin (Photo: IYC)

Ashby's InspireYouth Collective could be forced to close doors

16th Feb 2026 |

North West Leicestershire District Council to call emergency meeting after finding out about £5 million funding shortfall (Photo: Nub News)

Council calls emergency meeting after £5m funding shortfall discovered

16th Feb 2026 |

Looking for a local job? Here are our top picks for roles in and around Ashby this week (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Jobs available this week in Ashby: Asda, Willesley Golf Club and more

13th Feb 2026 |

Save the date for the brilliant family fun event of Ashby Soapbox 2026 (Photo: Nub News)

Save the date for the return of Ashby's thrilling Soapbox Derby

13th Feb 2026 |

Oliver Bryan, deputy police and crime commissioner (Credit: LCC)

Leicestershire Council labels original PCC tax proposal as 'illogical' following U-turn

13th Feb 2026 |

Members of the Santa Run Committee present Gary Lowe from Wishes 4 Kids with their cheque (Photo: Ashby Rotary)

Ashby Santa Fun Run & Walk Raises £10,000 for local children's charities

12th Feb 2026 |

Relax for a romantic evening at Twelve (Photo: Grace Kennington)

What's on this weekend in Ashby: Valentine's Day, charity fundraiser and an alpaca experience

12th Feb 2026 |

Ashby Town Council announces partnership with Ashby BID (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Ashby Town Council partners with BID for 'comprehensive town regeneration masterplan'

11th Feb 2026 |

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