Harborough Mail - Business Feed

Mail columnist: Helping to Spark district’s economy

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:59:00 GMT

The Mail is delighted to be helping to launch a fantastic new initiative that will help spark new business and further prosperity in the district.

Agent News: LED screens lighting up agency’s displays

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:41:18 GMT

The future is looking bright for Harborough estate agency Henderson Connellan following their recent office refurbishment and addition of a new sales team member.

Market Thoughts: Welcome back first-time buyers

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:35:21 GMT

The Council of Mortgage Lenders recently confirmed the percentage of first-time buyers in the property market are at a five-year high.

Agent news: Open house offers a relaxed approach

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:27:05 GMT

Strutt & Parker’s ninth national Open House Day took place last month and showed that confidence may be returning to the housing market with a record £50 million worth of offers coming in for properties registered with the firm.

Market Thoughts: Nice; If You Can Get It by Mark Robinson

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:21:58 GMT

Like most men, if I ever get the job of doing the supermarket shop, there are some things I will always buy on price; like “own brand” toothpaste and washing up liquid. .

Joinery trainee proud of competition success

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:06:53 GMT

A joinery trainee from Lutterworth achieved success in a prestigious trade competition.

New gym opens with Spartan fitness area

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:52:55 GMT

A new gym has opened in Harborough providing members with a number of novel new ways to get fit.

Exciting new business project Sparks into life

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:47:05 GMT

A new initiative which is hoping to inspire bussinessmen and women in Harborough district is proving popular just one week after it launched.

Mail’s publisher ‘on track for strong performance’

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:27:25 GMT

Harborough Mail publisher Johnston Press reported its first increase in operating profit for nearly seven years yesterday in spite of the challenging economic environment.

Jumping towards 56th annual Blaston Show

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:41:34 GMT

With six weeks left until the gates open for the 56th annual Blaston Show on Sunday, June 30, businesses are showing their support for the event.

Video: Spot your fish

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:37:49 GMT

A school of fish is floating to Leicester after hundreds of people in Harborough joined together to support a Leicestershire Craft Centre project.

Blockbuster to investment

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:21:29 GMT

Film and game retailer Blockbuster is ramping up its investment in promotional activity to drive consumers into its Harborough store.

Firm is proud of key role in new £50m retail park

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:20:47 GMT

A chartered quantity surveying firm in the Harborough district is proud to announce the opening of a new £50m shopping park which it has been involved with since the project’s inception.

Lashings of treatments available at new beautician’s business

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:19:27 GMT

A beauty salon has celebrated moving into new premises in Harborough town centre.

Exciting project will nurture local talent

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:05:18 GMT

The new Spark initiative, launched in the Mail today, is designed to generate jobs, encourage entrepreneurism and boost the local economy.

Changing face of the town centre

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:04:53 GMT

Independents are still playing a big part in Harborough’s street scene as town centre businesses come and go.

Hold a stall for just a tenner during ‘Love Your Market’ fun day

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:48:18 GMT

People can hold a stall at Harborough’s indoor Mark Hall for £10 as part of a scheme to celebrate our markets.

Shop’s fundraiser for the Red Cross

Tue, 07 May 2013 10:29:07 GMT

Enjoy a cuppa and a cake in aid of the Red Cross at a Husbands Bosworth vintage and retro shop this week.

Solicitors’ firm backing charity scheme

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:01:43 GMT

A Harborough solicitor is supporting Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People by taking part in its Make a Will Month.

A new concept in community health is launched in district

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:33:50 GMT

The team at LloydsPharmacy in Station Street, Kibworth, officially opened a new concept in pharmacy last Thursday.