Stamford

‘This is awesome’ was the verdict from 24 young people who attended the opening of RAF Wittering’s refurbished youth facility.

Rutland’s pioneering ‘cyber beat’ police officer has enjoyed a busy first two weeks in the job – and has already helped many members of the public.

A home care provider contracted by the local authority to care for elderly and vulnerable people across Stamford and Bourne has been heavily criticised by a healthcare regulatory body.

A couple who asked guests attending their joint 90th birthday party to make a donation to charity instead of bringing presents have raised £725 for a cause close to their hearts.

A theatre, cinema, bar and market space are all part of the vision being put forward for the future use of Bourne Town Hall.

Lord Willy Bach, Leicestershire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), has announced his intention to appoint Kirk Master as his deputy.

Members of the public are being urged to be vigilant after hare coursers were spotted in Rutland at the weekend.

Well-wishers looked on in admiration as proud graduates processed through the town centre after successfully completing their degree level courses at New College Stamford.

These members of staff at Scrivens Opticians and Hearing Care in Bourne are raising funds for the Alzheimer’s Society this week to support World Alzheimer’s Day. The team, from left Lauren Payne, branch manager Emma Crofts, and Angela Clay have lined up competitions and activities for youngsters and adults at the store in Crown Walk, West Street. Customers can guess the number of contact lenses in a sweetie jar or design their own pair of glasses in a colouring competition. Branch manager Emma is looking to raise funds and awareness as part of Scrivens’ ongoing support for the society. Emma said: “Dementia touches so many families and World Alzheimer’s Day gives us a chance to raise awareness of the charity and the need for funds for research and support.”

Tai chi grandmaster Joe Lok flew in from Hong Kong to see students of the ancient martial art in action in Bourne.

The ultimate in pet pampering has arrived in the form of a selfie stick for your dog.

A week-long campaign is aiming to raise awareness of sexual violence in the county.

Upmarket fashion retailer Jack Wills has begun recruiting staff for a new store on Stamford’s High Street.

Travellers who set up camp in a Stamford car park have been ordered to move on.

Vets have warned would-be dog owners to think carefully before buying breeds with “flat faced” features, due to concerns over their welfare.

Dozens of the world’s deadliest spider were found crawling out of a bunch of ASDA bananas, it has been claimed.

A vote of no confidence in the Leader of South Kesteven District Council failed last night.

This year marks the 778th annual Corby Glen Sheep Fair and to celebrate the committee has organised a day of fun and festivities.

Travellers have moved onto the car park next to the Co-Op in Market Deeping.

A concerned cat owner is hoping to find her missing pet before her son’s 10th birthday tomorrow.