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‘Investigation standards have deteriorated’ Watchdog raises serious concerns about our police

‘Investigation standards have deteriorated’ Watchdog raises serious concerns about our police

There are serious concerns about the performance of Lincolnshire Police, a watchdog has said.

Council agrees £7.8 million contract to upgrade council homes with ‘triple whammy’ of improvements

Council agrees £7.8 million contract to upgrade council homes with ‘triple whammy’ of improvements

A council has entered into a £7.81m contract to upgrade its housing stock with energy efficiency improvements and low-carbon heating measures.
Investigations continue into methane leak after residents evacuated

Investigations continue into methane leak after residents evacuated

Investigations are ongoing into a methane leak after residents were evacuated from their homes.
‘Wheels are turning’ on festival to celebrate 100th anniversary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth

‘Wheels are turning’ on festival to celebrate 100th anniversary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth

Plans are in motion for a festival celebrating the 100th anniversary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth to be held in her hometown later this year.
Supermarket tribute honours man who helped shoppers for years

Supermarket tribute honours man who helped shoppers for years

A tribute to a Morrisons helper and gentle giant has raised £448.84 for care home residents.

Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

A major prepared food company has announced a partnership with Samaritans to underpin its commitment to wellbeing.

Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

A charity-backed day of celebration is returning this summer, promising joy for children with disabilities and life-threatening illnesses.

Families flock to town park for sunny Gingerbread Festival

Families flock to town park for sunny Gingerbread Festival

Families flock to town park for sunny Gingerbread Festival

Families basked in the sunshine as a Gingerbread Festival returned with a lively mix of children’s races, community stalls and a surprise guest.

Campaigners slam new Reform UK councillor over ‘racist discussion’

Campaigners slam new Reform UK councillor over ‘racist discussion’

Campaigners slam new Reform UK councillor over ‘racist discussion’

A newly elected Lincolnshire county councillor has come under fire over historic tweets, including a post that campaigners branded "racist".

£200k investment in play areas

£200k investment in play areas

£200k investment in play areas

More than a dozen playparks across the district have received an upgrade.

Award-winning restaurant to open in town

Award-winning restaurant to open in town
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Award-winning restaurant to open in town

An award-winning restaurant with franchises in Lincolnshire has announced that it will soon be opening its doors in a new location.
Hopes new pilates studio will become community hub

Hopes new pilates studio will become community hub

A new state-of-the-art reformer pilates studio is due to open in a town centre.
Free tennis events serve up fun for all ages

Free tennis events serve up fun for all ages

Two free tennis events will take place in a town park, offering something for everyone.
‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

A veteran has shared a powerful memoir of his Falklands War experience as he paid tribute to lost friends.
Plumbing firm’s youngest franchise owner expands business to Lincolnshire

Plumbing firm’s youngest franchise owner expands business to Lincolnshire

A plumbing group's youngest-ever franchise owner has expanded his business into Lincolnshire.
Penguins make surprise visit to care home

Penguins make surprise visit to care home

A care home has delighted its residents with an unexpected visit from two penguins.
Appeal lodged over Andrea Jenkyns’ eligibility to stand for mayor

Appeal lodged over Andrea Jenkyns’ eligibility to stand for mayor

An appeal has been lodged over Andrea Jenkyns’ eligibility to stand in the first mayoral election for Greater Lincolnshire, a council has confirmed.

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Grantham go for Griffiths as their new manager

Grantham go for Griffiths as their new manager

Mitch makes the move from Newark to join Gingerbreads.
Batty continues to make his mark after shield success

Batty continues to make his mark after shield success

Past winner loses out on count-back after close contest.
Promising start has forced rethink of duo’s target

Promising start has forced rethink of duo’s target

Father and son face a mix of experienced drivers and some virtual novices.
Switch in strategy pays off as Rachel produces strong showing

Switch in strategy pays off as Rachel produces strong showing

Grantham runner defies six miles of epic hills to complete event in the Scottish Highlands.
Sarah defies injury setbacks with fantastic fourth place finish

Sarah defies injury setbacks with fantastic fourth place finish

Athletes makes her debut in the European Duathlon Championship in Poland.
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Event to welcome new traders to market

Event to welcome new traders to market

New traders will be heading to a town market at a summer event.
Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

A charity-backed day of celebration is returning this summer, promising joy for children with disabilities and life-threatening illnesses.
Production moves one step away from national theatre final

Production moves one step away from national theatre final

A local cast and director are one performance away from reaching a national theatre final.
Award-winning restaurant to open in town
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Award-winning restaurant to open in town

An award-winning restaurant with franchises in Lincolnshire has announced that it will soon be opening its doors in a new location.
Archery club targets new people

Archery club targets new people

People will be able to channel their ‘inner Robin Hood’ at an archery taster day.
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Business

Event to welcome new traders to market

Event to welcome new traders to market

New traders will be heading to a town market at a summer event.
Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

A major prepared food company has announced a partnership with Samaritans to underpin its commitment to wellbeing.
Opening date for fast food restaurant and drive-thru announced

Opening date for fast food restaurant and drive-thru announced

The opening date for a highly-anticipated burger chain restaurant and drive-thru has been announced.
Phone operator workers to walk 17.5 miles for charity

Phone operator workers to walk 17.5 miles for charity

Workers of a mobile operator will be walking 17.5 miles in a day for a charity that provides supportive palliative care.
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Lifestyle

Archery club targets new people

Archery club targets new people

People will be able to channel their ‘inner Robin Hood’ at an archery taster day.
‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

A veteran has shared a powerful memoir of his Falklands War experience as he paid tribute to lost friends.
Have a crack at the Saturday Social - the weekend’s hardest online quiz

Have a crack at the Saturday Social - the weekend’s hardest online quiz

Feeling smart? There are 13 questions to answer in our super tough general knowledge quiz. How many will you get right?
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