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Animal magic on show at Exotic Pet Refuge open day

Animal magic on show at Exotic Pet Refuge open day

Members of the public had the chance to go animal crackers this Easter.
Treasure hunt was egg-cellent fun

Treasure hunt was egg-cellent fun

Alice and The Mad Hatter were among visitors to an egg-cellent treasure hunt.
New playpark opens

New playpark opens

Children received an extra special Easter treat with the unveiling of new play equipment worth about £40,000.
British weather inspired Peter’s 50-year passion

British weather inspired Peter’s 50-year passion

A car enthusiast says the British weather was responsible for sparking his 50-year passion.
Camp which offers chance to compete at Crufts returns

Camp which offers chance to compete at Crufts returns

Young dog lovers can take part in a canine camp this summer - and there are a number of free passes on offer for local children.

Running club to hold 10-week ‘beginners’ course

Running club to hold 10-week ‘beginners’ course

Running club to hold 10-week ‘beginners’ course

A 10-week fitness course is about to start helping people make positive changes to their lives.

Temporary road closures put in place ahead of popular cycle race

Temporary road closures put in place ahead of popular cycle race

Temporary road closures put in place ahead of popular cycle race

Motorists have been advised to expect delays ahead of a popular cycle race.

Henry VIII and wives to kick off blue plaque event

Henry VIII and wives to kick off blue plaque event

Henry VIII and wives to kick off blue plaque event

A village which is home to a county’s oldest house is launching a blue plaque route.

How NHS charities are helping patients and staff across Lincolnshire

How NHS charities are helping patients and staff across Lincolnshire

How NHS charities are helping patients and staff across Lincolnshire

Our NHS charities provide an invaluable service, writes Elaine Baylis, group chair at Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group

‘More must be done to improve safety of A1’

‘More must be done to improve safety of A1’

‘More must be done to improve safety of A1’

Readers have once again had plenty to say on what’s in the news.

Royal recognition for toy business

Royal recognition for toy business

Royal recognition for toy business

A business selling sensory toys has been given the royal seal of approval.
Advice on managing rising costs and how not to get into debt

Advice on managing rising costs and how not to get into debt

Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire shares help on managing rising costs and how not to get into debt.
‘It's a terrifying world our children are growing up in and we need all the help we can get’

‘It's a terrifying world our children are growing up in and we need all the help we can get’

More than 200 parents took part in a series of workshops to help them navigate the pitfalls of smartphones.
‘We are Rutlanders and we intend to stay as such!’

‘We are Rutlanders and we intend to stay as such!’

The MP for the area presents a petition to parliament.
Wildlife, bathing water and Lincolnshire reservoir among schemes to benefit from £500 million investment

Wildlife, bathing water and Lincolnshire reservoir among schemes to benefit from £500 million investment

More than £500million will be invested in the county to back a series of projects over the next five years.
Wooden cross carried through town to spread Easter message

Wooden cross carried through town to spread Easter message

Hundreds of people gathered to share the message of hope at walk of witness events across the area.

Man, 87, to appear in court following investigation into birds of prey poisoning
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Man, 87, to appear in court following investigation into birds of prey poisoning

An 87-year-old man is facing 11 charges relating to storing chemicals and using traps.

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Immense performance helps Stamford to keep play-off dreams alive

Immense performance helps Stamford to keep play-off dreams alive

Two matches remaining for the Daniels to clinch top five finish.
Tonge lashes goal double as Stamford make rapid return to the play-off places

Tonge lashes goal double as Stamford make rapid return to the play-off places

Daniels’ destiny remains in their own hands with two matches remaining.
Stamford will continue to jump over hurdles in a bid to secure play-off spot

Stamford will continue to jump over hurdles in a bid to secure play-off spot

Top scorer will miss rest of the season after receiving five-match suspension.
Maximum points haul in final game helps secure trophy treble

Maximum points haul in final game helps secure trophy treble

Federation chairman aims to continue his winning run when he defends the senior singles crown.
Awesome achievement as Stones have virtually netted their goal of securing play-off spot

Awesome achievement as Stones have virtually netted their goal of securing play-off spot

Blackstones are almost guaranteed a top five finish with two matches remaining.
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What's On

Anyone for tennis?

Anyone for tennis?

People wanting to take up a new activity for the summer can try their hand at tennis this month.
Camp which offers chance to compete at Crufts returns

Camp which offers chance to compete at Crufts returns

Young dog lovers can take part in a canine camp this summer - and there are a number of free passes on offer for local children.
Running club to hold 10-week ‘beginners’ course

Running club to hold 10-week ‘beginners’ course

A 10-week fitness course is about to start helping people make positive changes to their lives.
Temporary road closures put in place ahead of popular cycle race

Temporary road closures put in place ahead of popular cycle race

Motorists have been advised to expect delays ahead of a popular cycle race.
Henry VIII and wives to kick off blue plaque event

Henry VIII and wives to kick off blue plaque event

A village which is home to a county’s oldest house is launching a blue plaque route.
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Business

Officials are ‘open’ to proposals for paddle boarding on waterway

Officials are ‘open’ to proposals for paddle boarding on waterway

The Environment Agency said that it would be ‘open’ to hear proposals about the use of a town waterway as a paddle boarding venue.
Royal recognition for toy business

Royal recognition for toy business

A business selling sensory toys has been given the royal seal of approval.
Wildlife, bathing water and Lincolnshire reservoir among schemes to benefit from £500 million investment

Wildlife, bathing water and Lincolnshire reservoir among schemes to benefit from £500 million investment

More than £500million will be invested in the county to back a series of projects over the next five years.
Ice cream and burger shop moves premises

Ice cream and burger shop moves premises

An owner of an ice cream and burger shop has moved premises.
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Lifestyle

Then and now: European supermarket chain had branch in town

Then and now: European supermarket chain had branch in town

A former supermarket advertised in the newspaper in the 1970s.
A pub where you can bank on dogs getting top billing

A pub where you can bank on dogs getting top billing

“Dog’s welcome. People tolerated.”
Happy Sundays! A kooky pub lunch complete with photo shoot and a game of Toads… just ask Bez

Happy Sundays! A kooky pub lunch complete with photo shoot and a game of Toads… just ask Bez

You know those meals where you end up jumping into a photo booth, learning a new pub game and examining the signature of a Madchester icon?
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