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James Bedford held the role of sports editor for the Rutland and Stamford Mercury between 2006 and 2011. He rejoined as sports editor for the Mercury, the Rutland Times and the Bourne Local in August 2017. In 2021, he was appointed head of sports for Iliffe Media Publishing Midlands.

Bland’s back with unfinished business after returning to Town’s management team

25 July 2025
Bland’s back with unfinished business after returning to Town’s management team

Bland’s back with unfinished business after returning to Town’s management team

25 July 2025

Former manager returns to Grantham to work with new boss.


Every game will be a cup final for Stones after promotion win

25 July 2025
Every game will be a cup final for Stones after promotion win

Every game will be a cup final for Stones after promotion win

25 July 2025

Stamford side are back at step five of the non-league pyramid.


Improved start will help Deeping to better league position

25 July 2025
Improved start will help Deeping to better league position

Improved start will help Deeping to better league position

25 July 2025

Whaley wants his side to pick up where they left off after banishing relegation fears.


Harrowby’s new squad are heading in the right direction

25 July 2025
Harrowby’s new squad are heading in the right direction

Harrowby’s new squad are heading in the right direction

25 July 2025

Arrows face flurry of away games to start their new league season.


Capes cruises to victory to retain international title

24 July 2025
Capes cruises to victory to retain international title

Capes cruises to victory to retain international title

24 July 2025

Athlete defies the elements to follow up English Schools success.


Tulips forced to reverse two home fixtures after delays to ground improvement

24 July 2025
Tulips forced to reverse two home fixtures after delays to ground improvement

Tulips forced to reverse two home fixtures after delays to ground improvement

24 July 2025

Spalding have switched their fixtures to away games against Harborough and Bromsgrove.

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Tigers ready for the kick-off after appointing new manager

24 July 2025
Tigers ready for the kick-off after appointing new manager

Tigers ready for the kick-off after appointing new manager

24 July 2025

Academy director makes the step up to become first team boss.


Pinchbeck aiming to pick up momentum during the season

24 July 2025
Pinchbeck aiming to pick up momentum during the season

Pinchbeck aiming to pick up momentum during the season

24 July 2025

Knights want to build on strong finish against new challenges.


Josaia joins Fijian team on their historic milestone

23 July 2025
Josaia joins Fijian team on their historic milestone

Josaia joins Fijian team on their historic milestone

23 July 2025

Oakham footballer is part of the first-ever appearance on the global stage for the Pacific nation.


National award nomination is a wonderful achievement for water polo club

22 July 2025
National award nomination is a wonderful achievement for water polo club

National award nomination is a wonderful achievement for water polo club

22 July 2025

Tremendous effort from Spalding players at league tournament.


28-year wait to receive gold medal is finally over for Iwan

21 July 2025
28-year wait to receive gold medal is finally over for Iwan

28-year wait to receive gold medal is finally over for Iwan

21 July 2025

Former Stamford School pupil was part of the successful Great Britain's men's 4x400m relay squad.


Higher level tests have put Pinchbeck in a good position for new season

21 July 2025
Higher level tests have put Pinchbeck in a good position for new season

Higher level tests have put Pinchbeck in a good position for new season

21 July 2025

Knights round off their friendlies with a home draw against Grantham,


Rangers rally to retain cup with second half fightback

21 July 2025
Rangers rally to retain cup with second half fightback

Rangers rally to retain cup with second half fightback

21 July 2025

Home win for Wakes; cup clash for Stamford, Tulips hold higher level opposition.


Popular event aims to highlight the importance of cricket in the community

21 July 2025
Popular event aims to highlight the importance of cricket in the community

Popular event aims to highlight the importance of cricket in the community

21 July 2025

Six-a-side competition has seen an increase in teams taking part.


Newly-promoted test for Tulips on opening day as Stamford get home start

18 July 2025
Newly-promoted test for Tulips on opening day as Stamford get home start

Newly-promoted test for Tulips on opening day as Stamford get home start

18 July 2025

Spalding visit Real Bedford while Stamford host Alvechurch.


Corby claims 12th crown after returning superb scorecard

18 July 2025
Corby claims 12th crown after returning superb scorecard

Corby claims 12th crown after returning superb scorecard

18 July 2025

Dunderdale produces his Sunday best with the lowest nett score of the day.


Smith’s signing will bring leadership and a winning mentality to Arrows

18 July 2025
Smith’s signing will bring leadership and a winning mentality to Arrows

Smith’s signing will bring leadership and a winning mentality to Arrows

18 July 2025

Harrowby boss links up with striker who he has known for more than 30 years.


Home start for Wakes with Coleshill clash

17 July 2025
Home start for Wakes with Coleshill clash

Home start for Wakes with Coleshill clash

17 July 2025

Bourne begin new league season with a home fixture.


Fantastic feat for Lawson after clean sweep of English Schools successes

17 July 2025
Fantastic feat for Lawson after clean sweep of English Schools successes

Fantastic feat for Lawson after clean sweep of English Schools successes

17 July 2025

Bourne Grammar School pupil wins his fourth consecutive gold medal.


Fame and misfortune for Lowes brothers on home soil

16 July 2025
Fame and misfortune for Lowes brothers on home soil

Fame and misfortune for Lowes brothers on home soil

16 July 2025

Duo both crash out from a podium position in their home weekend at Donington Park.


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