Council Tears Down Kids' Den, Sparks Youth Hub Debate

Kids in Market Harboro built a makeshift den and ramps in a council-owned wooded spot on Simboro Way.

Harboro District Council labelled it vandalism and had contractors tear it down, fix defenses, and check damaged trees.

They say the structures were unsafe for users and anyone nearby, and this kind of damage could be criminal.

The council plans to keep watching the area and active needed.

Locals jump to the kids' defense online, calling it creative fun from their own childhoods.

They argue it's better than trouble like graffiti or theft, and let's young people just be kids.

Many point out the real issue, no good spots for teens to hang out, skate, or stay active.

Without those, kids make their own spaces, which then get shut down.

This back and forth shows a chance for the council to step up with youth hubs or outdoor zones,

turning kid energy into community wins they keep.

Everyone's safe for long term. That's the story for today.

Lester News Today, Driven by AI, I'm Corey with The Story.