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‘Our high street could set a powerful example of what sustainable retail looks like’

‘Our high street could set a powerful example of what sustainable retail looks like’

‘Our high street could set a powerful example of what sustainable retail looks like’

11 May 2025

Sustainability is no longer a buzzword, but a national goal, writes our columnist.


No one hurt in fire at fish and chip shop

No one hurt in fire at fish and chip shop

No one hurt in fire at fish and chip shop

10 May 2025

A fire at a town fish and chip shop is believed to have started in the kitchen and restaurant area.


Fire crews called to town centre fish and chip shop

Fire crews called to town centre fish and chip shop

Fire crews called to town centre fish and chip shop

10 May 2025

Fire crews are attending a town centre fish and chip shop this afternoon.


Family home is in a prime location

Family home is in a prime location

Family home is in a prime location

10 May 2025

There is plenty of room to relax in a five-bedroom family home which is on the market.


The islands that are stylish, lively and brilliant for every traveller

The islands that are stylish, lively and brilliant for every traveller

The islands that are stylish, lively and brilliant for every traveller

10 May 2025

Our columnist shares the holiday destination that was once seen as a place for retirees but are suitable for everyone.


‘The problems with our electoral system are the archaic system and the lack of diversity’

‘The problems with our electoral system are the archaic system and the lack of diversity’

‘The problems with our electoral system are the archaic system and the lack of diversity’

10 May 2025

A district council leader writes about the recent Lincolnshire County Council election.


‘We have a big adder community but they are more scared of us than we are of them’

‘We have a big adder community but they are more scared of us than we are of them’

‘We have a big adder community but they are more scared of us than we are of them’

10 May 2025

For centuries snakes have been associated with danger and evil - but a venomous viper enthusiast hopes that can change.


‘Experiences like this keep the legacy of these brave men and women alive’

‘Experiences like this keep the legacy of these brave men and women alive’

‘Experiences like this keep the legacy of these brave men and women alive’

09 May 2025

A cubs group was surprised by an inspirational 100-year-old veteran on VE Day.


Military veterans, local leaders, and residents gather for VE Day commemoration

Military veterans, local leaders, and residents gather for VE Day commemoration

Military veterans, local leaders, and residents gather for VE Day commemoration

09 May 2025

A town has marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a flag-raising ceremony.


Could you sponsor the Rutland & Stamford Mercury Business Awards 2025?

Could you sponsor the Rutland & Stamford Mercury Business Awards 2025?

Could you sponsor the Rutland & Stamford Mercury Business Awards 2025?

09 May 2025

Now nominations are starting to come in for the 20th year of the Rutland & Stamford Mercury Business Awards, we’re now looking to find sponsors.


Steak bakes are back on the menu for town

Steak bakes are back on the menu for town

Steak bakes are back on the menu for town

09 May 2025

A British bakery chain will be returning to a town - despite previously shutting down rumours it was opening.


Independent review finds village green application should be refused

Independent review finds village green application should be refused

Independent review finds village green application should be refused

09 May 2025

An independent review has recommended that a parish council’s bid to turn a field into a village green is rejected.


‘Many of our residents remember the end of the war and understand its significance for our country’

‘Many of our residents remember the end of the war and understand its significance for our country’

‘Many of our residents remember the end of the war and understand its significance for our country’

09 May 2025

Care home residents are among those to have marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day.


Beacon lit for VE Day

Beacon lit for VE Day

Beacon lit for VE Day

09 May 2025

A beacon lighting and traditional military ceremony combined for a memorable VE Day commemoration.


‘Graffiti is the opposite of the positivity we are bringing to town’

‘Graffiti is the opposite of the positivity we are bringing to town’

‘Graffiti is the opposite of the positivity we are bringing to town’

09 May 2025

Media personality Katie Hopkins has responded to the vandal who daubed graffiti outside the theatre where she is performing.


Expanding vineyard launches latest wine

Expanding vineyard launches latest wine

Expanding vineyard launches latest wine

09 May 2025

An expanding vineyard business has toasted the fruits of its labours at a launch event for its second wine.


Celebration of centuries-old watermill

Celebration of centuries-old watermill

Celebration of centuries-old watermill

09 May 2025

Guided tours will delve into the history of a Grade II* listed farm building.


Mercury Memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1955, 1925 and 1825

Mercury Memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1955, 1925 and 1825

Mercury Memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1955, 1925 and 1825

09 May 2025

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


Sky is the limit for town business

Sky is the limit for town business

Sky is the limit for town business

09 May 2025

A business which specialises in motorsports has swapped racing cars for model planes in its latest project.


MP welcomes baby daughter after life-threatening birth and is ‘optimistic recovery is heading the right way’

MP welcomes baby daughter after life-threatening birth and is ‘optimistic recovery is heading the right way’

MP welcomes baby daughter after life-threatening birth and is ‘optimistic recovery is heading the right way’

08 May 2025

An MP who suffered from a life-threatening condition during pregnancy has welcomed her third child.


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