As Syston Knitting Banxy (SKB) put out her 100th topper showing the cast of the Vicar of Dibley. She said: ‘I was so inspired by the Royal Mail’s wonderful stamps… Continue reading "Celebrating Syston Knitting Banxy"
March is the time when everything starts to get going. I usually have a mental plan in my head for the year to come as to where everything is going… Continue reading "Tales From The Plot March"
The stained glass of the Horwood Brothers – the life and times of a provincial Victorian firm by Jeff HopewellJeff Hopewell, retired priest and Canon Emeritus of Leicester Cathedral, will… Continue reading "The Hoby & District Local History Society Talk"
With the proposed changes in the two tier system in Leicestershire, we thought it would be useful for readers to understand what our local councils currently provide. The information is… Continue reading "Types of Council"
There’s a little bit to report:Charnwood BC and Taylor Wimpey are replacing the valves that were vandalised, at last!Charnwood has put in motion a maintenance plan for the drainage systems… Continue reading "What’s New – Not a Lot"
Our picture shows L-R: Braylin, Bruce, and Valentine receiving their prizes from Tracey, centre, TESCO Syston.Thank you TESCO for continuing to support our competition.Look out for another Wordsearch for Easter… Continue reading "Wordsearch Winners"
Welcome to the first issue of 2025, we hope you enjoy reading it.I want start by giving an apology to Sue Essex who appeared on our front page in the… Continue reading "A Note from the Editor"
When choosing a policy, it is important to get quotes from several insurers and compare:* what each policy covers and the exclusions and amount of any excess.* any discounts offered*… Continue reading "Citizens Advice Charnwood Share Advice on Choosing a Car Insurance Policy"
Caroline and I resumed our free careers advice surgery at the Delish cafe at 1244 Melton Road, Syston on Thursday, January 9th between 10.00am and 12.00pm and we will be… Continue reading "Careers Advice Surgery 2025"
We were deeply distressed to see our area, once again, ravaged by flooding. Last year the Lead Flood Authority and the Environment Agency began a review into the causes of… Continue reading "Green Councillors Report"
