News
Son’s heart operation inspires charity cycle
A FATHER whose young son had heart surgery has been inspired to cycle from London to Paris to raise money for a charity which supports parents going through a similar trauma.
Who’ll be hired in Apprentice challenge?
BUSINESS students from John Ferneley College are taking part in a Young Apprentice challenge - to sell the Melton Times.
Publisher on track to return to growth
THE Melton Times’ publisher Johnston Press has reported its first increase in operating profit for nearly seven years in spite of the challenging economic environment.
Trio named in county cabinet
THREE Melton county councillors have been named in the ruling Cabinet at County Hall by leader Nick Rushton.
Third Welby burglar is sent to jail
A BURGLAR involved in a break-in at an isolated cottage, where two accomplices were shot, has been jailed for four years.
TALKING NEWSPAPER: Melton Times May 16-22 video
Here is the latest Melton Times Vodcast - a short audio slideshow broadcast of this week’s news.
Sport
Spotlight on Melton Mowbray Rugby Football Club’s Minis and Juniors
THE Melton Times is turning the spotlight on sports and leisure clubs across the borough.
Melton runners braced for marathon debuts
FOUR members of Melton running group, the Pork Pie Plodders will be heading to Scotland later this month to run the Edinburgh Marathon in aid of Cancer Research UK.
Cup final dates
THE Browning Suzuki Belvoir League have set the dates for their two knockout cup finals.
Old Dalby cyclist enjoys solid ride in Norfolk
OLD Dalby-based rider George Sewell (Braintree Velo Cycle Racing) took part in a youth race at the superb Elvedon circuit in Norfolk.
Owen claims GB bronze for Frisby
FRISBY fencers had a very successful weekend at the British Youth Championship Finals last weekend.
Top jockey retires at Melton Hunt Club meet
POPULAR Midlands jockey Richard Armson called time on a hugely successful career spanning more than 20 years at a damp Garthorpe.
Video
TALKING NEWSPAPER: Melton Times May 16-22 video
Here is the latest Melton Times Vodcast - a short audio slideshow broadcast of this week’s news.
Lifestyle
Sign up now for the Big Bake
KEEN home bakers young and old are being invited to register for the Big Bake competition which forms a major part of Melton Country Fair on Sunday, July 7, in the town parks.
Tractor road run
A VINTAGE tractor road run will be taking place through the Vale of Belvoir on Saturday leaving Harby at 1pm for a rally at Hickling Canal Basin from 2.30pm to 4pm before returning.
Organisers prepare for big new event
PREPARATIONS are almost complete for an exciting new Spring bank holiday event aimed at filling the void left by Melton Show.
Must-view traditional three bed semi
THIS traditional 1930s three bedroom semi-detached home in The Crescent is situated within a popular residential location within walking distance of the town centre.
More driving, less fill-ups
UK customers can now order one of the world’s most fuel-efficient family cars: the new Golf BlueMotion.
Community
Spotlight on Melton Mowbray Rugby Football Club’s Minis and Juniors
THE Melton Times is turning the spotlight on sports and leisure clubs across the borough.
Viewers set for TV re-tune
FREEVIEW viewers in the Melton and Waltham areas will need to retune their TV equipment later this month as local airwaves are cleared for the roll-out of faster broadband.
Police seek to recruit more specials
A RECRUITMENT seminar for police specials in Melton and Rutland is to be held on Monday, June 10.
Residents voice fears at Asfordby windfarm inquiry
WORRIED residents turned out in force last night (Wednesday, May 15) to voice their fierce opposition to the Asfordby windfarm at a public session as part of the inquiry.
vet camp to star in major tv series
MILLIONS of viewers will get an insight into the daily life at Melton’s Defence Animal Centre (DAC) when a revealing three-part ITV series is screened next month.
Help plant seeds
A PLANTING event will take place on Saturday to create a wildflower meadow at Melton Country Park.
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Weather for Melton
Saturday 18 May 2013
Today
Cloudy
Temperature: 6 C to 13 C
Wind Speed: 17 mph
Wind direction: West
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 9 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: North east
