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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.

Hutton hits winning conversion in injury-time to secure dramatic victory

11 November 2025
Hutton hits winning conversion in injury-time to secure dramatic victory

Hutton hits winning conversion in injury-time to secure dramatic victory

11 November 2025

Vital win moves Stamford further away from the danger zone.


Stamford aim to mark manager’s 10-year anniversary with vital victory

11 November 2025
Stamford aim to mark manager’s 10-year anniversary with vital victory

Stamford aim to mark manager’s 10-year anniversary with vital victory

11 November 2025

Daniels boss Drury was appointed for the third time in November 2015.


Nail-biting victory for Spalding after derby classic

11 November 2025
Nail-biting victory for Spalding after derby classic

Nail-biting victory for Spalding after derby classic

11 November 2025

Elephants hold out for victory to bring Bourne’s good run to an end.


Interim management team take charge of the Arrows for first time

10 November 2025
Interim management team take charge of the Arrows for first time

Interim management team take charge of the Arrows for first time

10 November 2025

D'Laryea and Funk take the helm for Harrowby’s home defeat to Deeping.


Holbeach’s progress is highlighted in home stalemate with high-flyers

10 November 2025
Holbeach’s progress is highlighted in home stalemate with high-flyers

Holbeach’s progress is highlighted in home stalemate with high-flyers

10 November 2025

Visitors finish with nine men after being frustrated by Tigers’ efforts.


Luckless Knights are hoping for a change in fortunes

10 November 2025
Luckless Knights are hoping for a change in fortunes

Luckless Knights are hoping for a change in fortunes

10 November 2025

Series of injury blows before 10-man Pinchbeck concede two late goals from the penalty spot.


Caroline completes challenge of ultramarathon by running 36 miles

10 November 2025
Caroline completes challenge of ultramarathon by running 36 miles

Caroline completes challenge of ultramarathon by running 36 miles

10 November 2025

Grantham runner finishes in fourth place after taking on next test after running multiple marathons.


Bourne’s hard work is rewarded with vital home success

09 November 2025
Bourne’s hard work is rewarded with vital home success

Bourne’s hard work is rewarded with vital home success

09 November 2025

Wakes are now just two points adrift of safety after defeating in-form visitors.


Randall repeats match-winning feat as Clarets complete victory treble

09 November 2025
Randall repeats match-winning feat as Clarets complete victory treble

Randall repeats match-winning feat as Clarets complete victory treble

09 November 2025

Goalscorer steps off the substitutes’ bench again to score winning goal.


Boss admits Tulips brought about their own downfall in home defeat

08 November 2025
Boss admits Tulips brought about their own downfall in home defeat

Boss admits Tulips brought about their own downfall in home defeat

08 November 2025

Spalding ship three poor goals in first home league loss.


Away tie for Gingerbreads in next round of the FA Vase

08 November 2025
Away tie for Gingerbreads in next round of the FA Vase

Away tie for Gingerbreads in next round of the FA Vase

08 November 2025

Grantham are going to Gornal after shoot-out success.


Spalding suffer first home league loss after conceding injury-time goal

08 November 2025
Spalding suffer first home league loss after conceding injury-time goal

Spalding suffer first home league loss after conceding injury-time goal

08 November 2025

Tulips knocked off top spot after home reversal.


Six-goal success and solid unbeaten run to boost Town for Vase tie

07 November 2025
Six-goal success and solid unbeaten run to boost Town for Vase tie

Six-goal success and solid unbeaten run to boost Town for Vase tie

07 November 2025

Grantham continue on the road to Wembley against high-flying visitors.


Wakes aiming to break the mould in crucial spell of games

07 November 2025
Wakes aiming to break the mould in crucial spell of games

Wakes aiming to break the mould in crucial spell of games

07 November 2025

Clarets target hat-trick haul as Daniels face home double-header.


Teams join forces for a tournament full of spirit and friendly competition

06 November 2025
Teams join forces for a tournament full of spirit and friendly competition

Teams join forces for a tournament full of spirit and friendly competition

06 November 2025

Bourne and Stamford clubs take to the court with energy, enthusiasm and plenty of skill.


Holbeach face another stern examination in the review of their progress

06 November 2025
Holbeach face another stern examination in the review of their progress

Holbeach face another stern examination in the review of their progress

06 November 2025

Record-breaking goalscorer could face Tigers in Carter’s Park clash.


Fred’s memory was honoured in true sporting spirit

05 November 2025
Fred’s memory was honoured in true sporting spirit

Fred’s memory was honoured in true sporting spirit

05 November 2025

Each and every player gave it their all at memorial trophy tournament.


Lightning make a strong start at their new temporary home

05 November 2025
Lightning make a strong start at their new temporary home

Lightning make a strong start at their new temporary home

05 November 2025

Club is playing from Long Sutton due to ongoing works to improve the Castle Sports Complex.


Stamford will face old rivals in national inter-club competition

05 November 2025
Stamford will face old rivals in national inter-club competition

Stamford will face old rivals in national inter-club competition

05 November 2025

Indoor mixed team emerge with their first win of the season after nearly three hours of intense action.


Praise for Pinchbeck players after excellent effort in midweek defeat

05 November 2025
Praise for Pinchbeck players after excellent effort in midweek defeat

Praise for Pinchbeck players after excellent effort in midweek defeat

05 November 2025

Knights give their all in defeat against league leaders.


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