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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.

Spalding secure back-to-back league victories

06 July 2025
Spalding secure back-to-back league victories

Spalding secure back-to-back league victories

06 July 2025

Bourne defeat leaders as Deeping collect first league win of the season.


Wakes land Lakin as new goalkeeper produces string of fine saves on Bourne bow

06 July 2025
Wakes land Lakin as new goalkeeper produces string of fine saves on Bourne bow

Wakes land Lakin as new goalkeeper produces string of fine saves on Bourne bow

06 July 2025

Dorking defeat Wakes in first match of the season at the JJ Mac Stadium


Burgess to combine his return to fitness with coaching role

25 June 2025
Burgess to combine his return to fitness with coaching role

Burgess to combine his return to fitness with coaching role

25 June 2025

Manager feels midfielder’s presence will be a huge benefit to everyone.


Trio depart Deeping after taking on new challenges

24 June 2025
Trio depart Deeping after taking on new challenges

Trio depart Deeping after taking on new challenges

24 June 2025

Manager feels it is the right time for players to move on.


Ben’s hoping to build on successful season after making Spalding switch

23 June 2025
Ben’s hoping to build on successful season after making Spalding switch

Ben’s hoping to build on successful season after making Spalding switch

23 June 2025

Newcomer has his sights set on promotion after leaving Kettering to join Tulips.


Spalding strengthen their ranks with Ceesay signing

22 June 2025
Spalding strengthen their ranks with Ceesay signing

Spalding strengthen their ranks with Ceesay signing

22 June 2025

Attacker becomes the fourth new recruit for the Tulips.


Goode’s named as league’s manager of the season

22 June 2025
Goode’s named as league’s manager of the season

Goode’s named as league’s manager of the season

22 June 2025

Key defensive duo remain with Wakes.


Nathan’s named as new skipper after experienced defender joins Gingerbreads

20 June 2025
Nathan’s named as new skipper after experienced defender joins Gingerbreads

Nathan’s named as new skipper after experienced defender joins Gingerbreads

20 June 2025

Title-winning goalkeeper among the new recruits at Grantham Town.


Richard takes first ever tournament treble ahead of Sevens finals night

20 June 2025
Richard takes first ever tournament treble ahead of Sevens finals night

Richard takes first ever tournament treble ahead of Sevens finals night

20 June 2025

Oakham team setting the standard ahead of showpiece finale to Stamford event.


Starmer could be dark horse for world final after stand-out performance

19 June 2025
Starmer could be dark horse for world final after stand-out performance

Starmer could be dark horse for world final after stand-out performance

19 June 2025

Spectacular action after an adrenaline-fueled night of racing.


Challenging course keeps duo focused in Sandringham race

19 June 2025
Challenging course keeps duo focused in Sandringham race

Challenging course keeps duo focused in Sandringham race

19 June 2025

Veterans take part in the opening round of the Peterborough 5k series at Eye.


Sudbrook continue run of success after hard-fought victory

19 June 2025
Sudbrook continue run of success after hard-fought victory

Sudbrook continue run of success after hard-fought victory

19 June 2025

Team are through to the last four of trophy competition.


New role for Abbi after impressive display in tests

19 June 2025
New role for Abbi after impressive display in tests

New role for Abbi after impressive display in tests

19 June 2025

Gosberton driver impressed at the all women’s FE test session in Madrid last November.


Sam’s superb spell steers Uppingham to big victory

18 June 2025
Sam’s superb spell steers Uppingham to big victory

Sam’s superb spell steers Uppingham to big victory

18 June 2025

Gilmour guides Burghley to derby victory over Barnack.


Tyler takes six wickets as Oakham move off the foot of the table

18 June 2025
Tyler takes six wickets as Oakham move off the foot of the table

Tyler takes six wickets as Oakham move off the foot of the table

18 June 2025

Victory treble for Uppingham after a successful Saturday.


First defeat for Moulton after closing top of the table clash

18 June 2025
First defeat for Moulton after closing top of the table clash

First defeat for Moulton after closing top of the table clash

18 June 2025

Victory double for Billingborough as seconds surge to emphatic success.


Liam leads Bourne attack before Sam steers victory charge

18 June 2025
Liam leads Bourne attack before Sam steers victory charge

Liam leads Bourne attack before Sam steers victory charge

18 June 2025

High scoring exploits of Deeping batsmen prove in vain.


Josh joins Tulips to reunite with boss Dean

18 June 2025
Josh joins Tulips to reunite with boss Dean

Josh joins Tulips to reunite with boss Dean

18 June 2025

Midfielder played under Spalding boss at Peterborough Sports


League officials reflect on another season of success

18 June 2025
League officials reflect on another season of success

League officials reflect on another season of success

18 June 2025

Strong participation from the league in the inter-town competitions.


Ben becomes Spalding’s second new arrival

17 June 2025
Ben becomes Spalding’s second new arrival

Ben becomes Spalding’s second new arrival

17 June 2025

Hart joins Johnson in making switch to Spalding from Kettering


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