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‘Crossbills can be spotted locally and there’s lots to listen for at night’

09 November 2025
‘Crossbills can be spotted locally and there’s lots to listen for at night’

‘Crossbills can be spotted locally and there’s lots to listen for at night’

09 November 2025

The day after Storm Benjamin passed through our area, on October 25, the sun came out, writes Rippingale nature columnist Ian Misselbrook.


Fond memories of time at canning factory which is being canned

09 November 2025
Fond memories of time at canning factory which is being canned

Fond memories of time at canning factory which is being canned

09 November 2025

Our columnist recalls his memories of working at Mars Petcare factory in Melton Mowbray as the line comes to an end.


Luxury, learning and leisure combine on a Mediterranean cruise

08 November 2025
Luxury, learning and leisure combine on a Mediterranean cruise

Luxury, learning and leisure combine on a Mediterranean cruise

08 November 2025

Combine training, fine dining, and adventure and a work trip becomes unforgettable, writes our travel expert.


‘Rutland has not yet committed itself to any one single plan and nor will we until after the full council debate’

08 November 2025
‘Rutland has not yet committed itself to any one single plan and nor will we until after the full council debate’

‘Rutland has not yet committed itself to any one single plan and nor will we until after the full council debate’

08 November 2025

As we begin November, we’re now just several weeks away from the next deadline for local government reorganisation, writes a county council leader.


‘The sidecar event always takes pride of place as a spectacle’

08 November 2025
‘The sidecar event always takes pride of place as a spectacle’

‘The sidecar event always takes pride of place as a spectacle’

08 November 2025

The championship races illustrated on the older photograph, were held in Syston Park on August Bank Holiday in 1932, writes Grantham Civic Society.


Council leader: ‘We should pay tribute to those who paid the price of war on our behalf’

07 November 2025
Council leader: ‘We should pay tribute to those who paid the price of war on our behalf’

Council leader: ‘We should pay tribute to those who paid the price of war on our behalf’

07 November 2025

Remembrance Day is an opportunity to remember and support our veterans, writes county council leader Sean Matthews.

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Can we use a foodbank if we’re struggling to afford our shop?

02 November 2025
Can we use a foodbank if we’re struggling to afford our shop?

Can we use a foodbank if we’re struggling to afford our shop?

02 November 2025

Every month, Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire answers your questions.


‘Thank you for overwhelming support for hospital’ says charity

02 November 2025
‘Thank you for overwhelming support for hospital’ says charity

‘Thank you for overwhelming support for hospital’ says charity

02 November 2025

United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity trustees are giving a heartfelt thank you to the community for helping hospital projects come to fruition.


The history of the silver replica of Rutland plough

02 November 2025
The history of the silver replica of Rutland plough

The history of the silver replica of Rutland plough

02 November 2025

Richard Westbrook Baker came to Rutland to start work on the Exton Estate in November 1814, writes Rutland Local History and Record Society.


‘Why I am against the Government’s plans for mandatory digital ID’

02 November 2025
‘Why I am against the Government’s plans for mandatory digital ID’

‘Why I am against the Government’s plans for mandatory digital ID’

02 November 2025

MP Gareth Davies writes about the Government’s plan to introduce a mandatory Digital ID scheme.


Town shop was sold to ‘best bidder’

01 November 2025
Town shop was sold to ‘best bidder’

Town shop was sold to ‘best bidder’

01 November 2025

In 1736 the Stamford Mercury reported ‘To be SOLD, To the best Bidder, writes Grantham Civic Society.


‘Very few people realise what varied and exciting job opportunities are on our doorsteps’

01 November 2025
‘Very few people realise what varied and exciting job opportunities are on our doorsteps’

‘Very few people realise what varied and exciting job opportunities are on our doorsteps’

01 November 2025

Very few people realise just what varied and exciting job opportunities are on our doorsteps, writes Rutland and Stamford MP Alicia Kearns (Con).


‘Being well-informed can reduce travel stress’

26 October 2025
‘Being well-informed can reduce travel stress’

‘Being well-informed can reduce travel stress’

26 October 2025

There’s never a dull moment in the world of travel; but many can find the whole thing very stressful and anxiety inducing, writes our travel expert.


‘We’re continuing to improve our market’

26 October 2025
‘We’re continuing to improve our market’

‘We’re continuing to improve our market’

26 October 2025

A councillor reflects on the improvements to a market and outlines why you should visit.


‘Dangerous’ town buildings were demolished

25 October 2025
‘Dangerous’ town buildings were demolished

‘Dangerous’ town buildings were demolished

25 October 2025

In the 1970s there was further demolition of buildings in Grantham town centre, writes Grantham Civic Society.


Lifting the lid on recycling

25 October 2025
Lifting the lid on recycling

Lifting the lid on recycling

25 October 2025

Chris Wood, on behalf of Stamford Climate Action Group, explains what happens to your recycling.

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Seasons are changing but there’s still plenty of a-peel-ing activities in our parks

25 October 2025
Seasons are changing but there’s still plenty of a-peel-ing activities in our parks

Seasons are changing but there’s still plenty of a-peel-ing activities in our parks

25 October 2025

As we spin inexorably around our nearest star, we are faced with the changing seasons, writes Ian Simmons of Grantham RiverCare.


‘Town was ready for world’s media to mark Thatcher’s centenary’

25 October 2025
‘Town was ready for world’s media to mark Thatcher’s centenary’

‘Town was ready for world’s media to mark Thatcher’s centenary’

25 October 2025

A council leader reflects on the centenary of the birth of Margaret Thatcher.


How to identify if your dog is distressed in a Halloween costume

19 October 2025
How to identify if your dog is distressed in a Halloween costume

How to identify if your dog is distressed in a Halloween costume

19 October 2025

As people are preparing their own Halloween outfits, you may also be thinking about whether you can put the dog in fancy dress as well.

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MP reflects on party leader’s visit to Grantham to mark centenary of Thatcher’s birth

18 October 2025
MP reflects on party leader’s visit to Grantham to mark centenary of Thatcher’s birth

MP reflects on party leader’s visit to Grantham to mark centenary of Thatcher’s birth

18 October 2025

The MP reflects on the Conservative Party leader’s visit to Grantham to mark the centenary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth.

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