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As winter turns to spring and the nights get shorter and lighter, some people might find it harder to get to sleep, or back to sleep, at night. This World Sleep Day, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has compiled expert advice from some of its members for getting a better night’s sleep.

May I offer a very big thank you to all the lovely people (whose names I am unable to recall) who came to my aid when I stumbled and fell next to the tennis courts in Smeeton park on Friday afternoon, 1 March.

7.30pm @ Kibworth Books. KB is delighted to welcome author, journalist and former Leader of the Green Party Natalie Bennett to talk to us about her book.

A ‘compleator,’ is the name given to a person that has climbed all the Scottish Munros. These peaks take their name from Sir Hugh Munro (1856 – 1919). Sir Hugh's groundbreaking list of 282 highest mountains in Scotland was first published as ‘Munro’s Tables’ in the ‘Scottish Mountaineering Club Journal’ in 1891.

Your Co-ordinators are here to help with how to make life better, through connecting people together and being part of your community. As well as finding out about what’s happening in your area and getting the right help from services.

Finally, spring has sprung and with that, we can hopefully turn our attention to some beautiful summer months ahead.

Treasurer required for local charity, Friends of St Wilfrid’s Church.

You may, or may not, know the results of the recent vote for the Leicestershire’s Police and Crime Commissioner which took place on Thursday 2 May.

Roy Mitchell’s recent presentation offered a captivating journey into the historical and architectural wonders of Stoneywell Cottage. A quintessential representation of Arts and Crafts ideal, nestled within the idyllic countryside and owned by the National Trust. Stoneywell Cottage has endured a rich tapestry of events, from its humble beginnings in 1898 to its current status as a cherished heritage site.

For over 30 Years my wife and I have been part of a group of UK individuals providing support to disadvantaged individuals in Uganda. Initially, we were involved with a charity (Friends of ACET Uganda) which provided AIDS/HIV Care, Education and Training. Subsequently becoming involved in rebuilding and supporting this school in a slum area of the capital, Kampala.