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Suzanne Moon became the news editor of the Rutland and Stamford Mercury, the Bourne Local and the Rutland Times in 2019, having previously held the role for the Mercury.

The helping hands who bring a poet’s world to life

31 May 2025
The helping hands who bring a poet’s world to life

The helping hands who bring a poet’s world to life

31 May 2025

When it comes to places in which to volunteer, John Clare Cottage offers something pretty special.


Town car parking spaces open - and close

30 May 2025
Town car parking spaces open - and close

Town car parking spaces open - and close

30 May 2025

A car park extension has opened, adding 146 spaces for town visitors and residents.


Couple run ‘best pub in the area’

30 May 2025
Couple run ‘best pub in the area’

Couple run ‘best pub in the area’

30 May 2025

A couple whose pub has clinched a string of awards are celebrating again.


Idea involving shops and cafes could boost town tourism

30 May 2025
Idea involving shops and cafes could boost town tourism

Idea involving shops and cafes could boost town tourism

30 May 2025

Business owners are being urged to play a part in an idea to attract more visitors to their town centre.

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Newspaper memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

30 May 2025
Newspaper memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

Newspaper memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

30 May 2025

We’re on our weekly stroll down memory lane, looking at news from up to 200 years ago.


Free rodeo is a first for town

28 May 2025
Free rodeo is a first for town

Free rodeo is a first for town

28 May 2025

A Texan-style rodeo with axe-throwing, line dancing and a free barbecue is taking place.


Summer events will help almshouse

28 May 2025
Summer events will help almshouse

Summer events will help almshouse

28 May 2025

People can attend two summer events at a historic venue and gardens.


All aboard at new bus stop

28 May 2025
All aboard at new bus stop

All aboard at new bus stop

28 May 2025

A new bus stop has opened linking a railway station with a town centre and residential areas.


Amanda is new mayor

28 May 2025
Amanda is new mayor

Amanda is new mayor

28 May 2025

A drama teacher with Shakespearian skills has been made the new Mayor of Stamford.


Mayor congratulates rugby club’s season

28 May 2025
Mayor congratulates rugby club’s season

Mayor congratulates rugby club’s season

28 May 2025

Rugby club representatives received a special award from the mayor after their men’s team made it to Twickenham.


Where to park while town car park closes for repairs

28 May 2025
Where to park while town car park closes for repairs

Where to park while town car park closes for repairs

28 May 2025

A 66-space car park is to close for while repairs are carried out.


Nick takes a shot at photography business dream

28 May 2025
Nick takes a shot at photography business dream

Nick takes a shot at photography business dream

28 May 2025

A new photographic shop has opened, providing customers with a place to discuss digital, film and printing services with an expert.


Nicole is ready to appear on Britain’s Got Talent final

27 May 2025
Nicole is ready to appear on Britain’s Got Talent final

Nicole is ready to appear on Britain’s Got Talent final

27 May 2025

When she stands on stage for the Britain’s Got Talent final, Nicole Brown can hold her head high.


‘This isn’t just a planning application — it’s our livelihood’

27 May 2025
‘This isn’t just a planning application — it’s our livelihood’

‘This isn’t just a planning application — it’s our livelihood’

27 May 2025

A small-business owner has criticised the planning system after facing a nine-month wait for an application to be considered.


Book a pitch at street fair

26 May 2025
Book a pitch at street fair

Book a pitch at street fair

26 May 2025

People can book a stall for a bank holiday street fair that includes classic cars, stalls, barbecue food, music and dancing.


Nick marks 30 years in his dream business

25 May 2025
Nick marks 30 years in his dream business

Nick marks 30 years in his dream business

25 May 2025

A bed manufacturer specialising in futons and other fold-away designs is celebrating 30 years in the business.


Mercury Memories: news and adverts we featured in 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

23 May 2025
Mercury Memories: news and adverts we featured in 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

Mercury Memories: news and adverts we featured in 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

23 May 2025

News and adverts we featured in 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825


Carole’s TV surprise as flower named in daughter’s memory

22 May 2025
Carole’s TV surprise as flower named in daughter’s memory

Carole’s TV surprise as flower named in daughter’s memory

22 May 2025

A little girl who lost her life to a brain tumour has had a flower named after her.


Couple prepare to open The Twisted Trout pub

22 May 2025
Couple prepare to open The Twisted Trout pub

Couple prepare to open The Twisted Trout pub

22 May 2025

A pub will reopen this weekend after new landlords carried out a whirlwind refurbishment.


New-look venue is well underway

22 May 2025
New-look venue is well underway

New-look venue is well underway

22 May 2025

Work to revamp a town sports club has gained momentum.


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