North West Leicestershire District Council18 Oct 2024New kit prompts town chewing gum clean-upCleaners are tackling the mess and have urged people to change their ways.18 Oct 2024Leicester15 Oct 2024Uniform swap scheme wins second national awardCouncillors say the scheme has saved three tonnes of clothes from landfill.15 Oct 2024Leicester3 Sep 2024Town car park transformed into events spaceA £2.7m project to revamp part of Coalville town centre is complete.3 Sep 202424 Jul 2024Car cruise ban expanded to stop dangerous drivingGroups of up to 100 drivers are regularly gathering and disturbing residents, a council says.24 Jul 2024Leicester22 Jul 2024School uniform swap shop scheme opens for second yearParents can use 14 "swap shops" to recycle old uniforms and collect used items for free. 22 Jul 2024Leicester20 Jul 2024Lottery supporting community groups set to beginTickets are now on sale for the scheme, which will support organisations such as community libraries.20 Jul 2024Leicester16 May 2024Residents want simpler recycling options - surveyThe majority of respondents would prefer to use just two bins for collecting waste.16 May 2024Leicester29 Feb 2024Council to launch community lottery schemeFor every £1 raised, 60p will be used to support local charities and voluntary organisations.29 Feb 2024Leicester19 Feb 2024Trial means plastic bags can be recycled at homeThe scheme means items that have to be recycled at the supermarket can be collected from the kerbside.19 Feb 2024Leicester