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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.

Huge positives for Spalding boss as Tulips earn FA Cup replay

15 September 2024
Huge positives for Spalding boss as Tulips earn FA Cup replay

Huge positives for Spalding boss as Tulips earn FA Cup replay

15 September 2024

Managers feels his side matched higher level visitors in cup clash.


Bowls club appeals for £3,000 towards powered wheelchairs

15 September 2024
Bowls club appeals for £3,000 towards powered wheelchairs

Bowls club appeals for £3,000 towards powered wheelchairs

15 September 2024

A bowls club is appealing for almost £3,000 to provide state-of-the art, powered wheelchairs for disabled bowlers.


Tigers continue impressive away form with fifth successive victory on their travels

14 September 2024
Tigers continue impressive away form with fifth successive victory on their travels

Tigers continue impressive away form with fifth successive victory on their travels

14 September 2024

Rangers off the bottom after home point; late leveller denies Wakes victory.


Spalding stand up to Alfreton aerial’s test to earn FA Cup replay

14 September 2024
Spalding stand up to Alfreton aerial’s test to earn FA Cup replay

Spalding stand up to Alfreton aerial’s test to earn FA Cup replay

14 September 2024

Solid showing from Tulips in goalless stalemate with higher level visitors.


Chris’ rugby club team-mate wins memorial event

14 September 2024
Chris’ rugby club team-mate wins memorial event

Chris’ rugby club team-mate wins memorial event

14 September 2024

More than £5,000 was raised at this year's event held at Stoke Rochford Golf Club.


Ben sparkles in star-studded field of county champions

14 September 2024
Ben sparkles in star-studded field of county champions

Ben sparkles in star-studded field of county champions

14 September 2024

Spectacular performance from Sudbrook golfer at county club champions event.


Steve secures singles success as remaining finals are concluded

14 September 2024
Steve secures singles success as remaining finals are concluded

Steve secures singles success as remaining finals are concluded

14 September 2024

Corby Glen denied runners-up spot after Swayfield setback.


Fantastic challenge for Gingerbreads in cup clash with county rivals

13 September 2024
Fantastic challenge for Gingerbreads in cup clash with county rivals

Fantastic challenge for Gingerbreads in cup clash with county rivals

13 September 2024

Grantham face Gainsborough Trinity in second qualifying round tie.


Tulips target cup upset in tough home tie

13 September 2024
Tulips target cup upset in tough home tie

Tulips target cup upset in tough home tie

13 September 2024

Spalding face higher level test in next round of the FA Cup.


Quick-fire goal double helps Town get off to a winning start

12 September 2024
Quick-fire goal double helps Town get off to a winning start

Quick-fire goal double helps Town get off to a winning start

12 September 2024

Grantham get their cup qualification underway with a victory.


Drury challenges his players to keep performing to high standards

12 September 2024
Drury challenges his players to keep performing to high standards

Drury challenges his players to keep performing to high standards

12 September 2024

Stamford boss wants his side to keep their grip on top spot.


Tulips unable to halt losing run against last season’s title rivals

11 September 2024
Tulips unable to halt losing run against last season’s title rivals

Tulips unable to halt losing run against last season’s title rivals

11 September 2024

Sixth successive league loss for Spalding who continue to struggle for goals.

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Arber makes instant impact on Knights debut by scoring winning goal

11 September 2024
Arber makes instant impact on Knights debut by scoring winning goal

Arber makes instant impact on Knights debut by scoring winning goal

11 September 2024

Return to winning ways after much-improved display from Pinchbeck.


Gingerbreads urged to raise their levels for return to league action

11 September 2024
Gingerbreads urged to raise their levels for return to league action

Gingerbreads urged to raise their levels for return to league action

11 September 2024

Grantham aiming for first league win after exiting FA Trophy.


Fantastic first half performance fires Stamford back to the top of the table

10 September 2024
Fantastic first half performance fires Stamford back to the top of the table

Fantastic first half performance fires Stamford back to the top of the table

10 September 2024

Daniels score three goals inside the opening 36 minutes of home victory.


Nail-biting away victory to start new season for Bourne

10 September 2024
Nail-biting away victory to start new season for Bourne

Nail-biting away victory to start new season for Bourne

10 September 2024

Evison leads the points haul as Bourne beat Stockwood Park in league opener.


Corey’s hat-trick haul helps Swifts maintain impressive start

10 September 2024
Corey’s hat-trick haul helps Swifts maintain impressive start

Corey’s hat-trick haul helps Swifts maintain impressive start

10 September 2024

Moulton make rapid return to winning ways.


Duo get their first experience of big stage racing

10 September 2024
Duo get their first experience of big stage racing

Duo get their first experience of big stage racing

10 September 2024

Tremendous laps show they are more than capable of taking on the biggest race on shale.


Moulton bounce back as seconds secure promotion at first attempt

10 September 2024
Moulton bounce back as seconds secure promotion at first attempt

Moulton bounce back as seconds secure promotion at first attempt

10 September 2024

Aron continues his prolific end of season scoring form for Long Sutton.


Stamford fend off late fightback to make winning start to new season

10 September 2024
Stamford fend off late fightback to make winning start to new season

Stamford fend off late fightback to make winning start to new season

10 September 2024

Town are looking to build on solid opening performance.


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