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‘I want good to come out of tragedy of my brother’s death’
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‘I want good to come out of tragedy of my brother’s death’

A biker who died hundreds of miles from home was the inspiration for a new product designed to trace family members in an emergency.
‘A day of huge significance’
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‘A day of huge significance’

The leader of Lincolnshire County Council says the devolution deal was a day of “huge significance”.
Award for man who dedicates his time to keeping town tidy
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Award for man who dedicates his time to keeping town tidy

A volunteer who keeps his town tidy for others has received a civic award.
Home perfectly placed for convenience and tranquility

Home perfectly placed for convenience and tranquility

A property in the heart of Stamford and close to the town meadows is on the market.
Inside a school’s new science labs

Inside a school’s new science labs

An extension to a school has opened to pupils.

Turn back the pages of time

Turn back the pages of time

Turn back the pages of time

Take a look back over the news from this week in years gone by.

Sea of Santas will stride past stately home

Sea of Santas will stride past stately home

Sea of Santas will stride past stately home

A park will be buzzing this weekend, thanks to a fun run that is attracting 1,500 participants.

New clothing shop with a ‘twist’

New clothing shop with a ‘twist’

New clothing shop with a ‘twist’

A couple with decades of experience in fashion have opened a women’s clothing shop.

Protesters distraught after court rules in favour of asylum centre plans at RAF Scampton

Protesters distraught after court rules in favour of asylum centre plans at RAF Scampton
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Protesters distraught after court rules in favour of asylum centre plans at RAF Scampton

The High Court has issued its ruling on the Home Office’s asylum centre plans for RAF Scampton, with residents describing it as “a disaster”.

‘Dangerous’ e-scooters seized from market trader as police issue warning about illegal riding

‘Dangerous’ e-scooters seized from market trader as police issue warning about illegal riding

‘Dangerous’ e-scooters seized from market trader as police issue warning about illegal riding

‘Dangerous’ e-scooters were seized from a Lincolnshire market, as police remind people that they are illegal to use on public pavements and roads.

Finding a good pub is one of life’s small wins

Finding a good pub is one of life’s small wins

Finding a good pub is one of life’s small wins

Stumbling across a good pub by accident is one of life's pleasures.
How do our towns rank for Christmas cheer

How do our towns rank for Christmas cheer

Despite the cancellation of Lincoln Christmas Market, the south of the county has been doing its bit to get us into the seasonal spirit.
Police chief’s plan to divert health calls away from force after criticism of 101 number
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Police chief’s plan to divert health calls away from force after criticism of 101 number

Residents have been promised that police will respond quicker to their calls after criticism of the 101 number.
The cheapest – and most expensive – fuel prices in the county revealed
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The cheapest – and most expensive – fuel prices in the county revealed

Motorists are facing a postcode lottery when it comes to filling up – with fuel costing up to 14 pence per litre more at some of our pumps.

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Defeated Halesowen show ‘touch of class’ to Stamford manager

Defeated Halesowen show ‘touch of class’ to Stamford manager

Respect between the two clubs after last season’s title race.
Fantastic result after dominant display from Daniels

Fantastic result after dominant display from Daniels

Stamford produce fine performance in must-win match against Halesowen.
Three-goal second half blast steers Stamford to home victory

Three-goal second half blast steers Stamford to home victory

Chitiza scores twice as Daniels defeat last season’s title rivals.
Games get called off as wet weather washes out matches

Games get called off as wet weather washes out matches

Second successive Saturday without a game for a number of sides.
Daniels ready to lock horns with old adversaries in home clash

Daniels ready to lock horns with old adversaries in home clash

Last season’s title rivals to meet in match at the Zeeco Stadium.
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Children get the chance to create Christmas decorations in festive craft sessions

Children get the chance to create Christmas decorations in festive craft sessions

Children will get the chance to join Santa’s naughty elves for some arts and crafts.
Sea of Santas will stride past stately home

Sea of Santas will stride past stately home

A park will be buzzing this weekend, thanks to a fun run that is attracting 1,500 participants.
Village hall announces festive events for all of the family

Village hall announces festive events for all of the family

Barrowby Memorial Hall has announced upcoming events for the festive period.
Steampunks gear up for return of Christmas festival

Steampunks gear up for return of Christmas festival

This weekend will see the return of the hugely popular Newark Steampunk Christmas Festival, which attracts visitors from across Lincolnshire.
Cast gear up for first show as pantomime returns to town

Cast gear up for first show as pantomime returns to town

Is it that time of year again? – oh yes it is!
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Business

Video production company says it is ‘sensational’ after winning two business awards

Video production company says it is ‘sensational’ after winning two business awards

A video production company has said it was “thrilling” to win two business awards.
New clothing shop with a ‘twist’

New clothing shop with a ‘twist’

A couple with decades of experience in fashion have opened a women’s clothing shop.
The cheapest – and most expensive – fuel prices in the county revealed

The cheapest – and most expensive – fuel prices in the county revealed

Motorists are facing a postcode lottery when it comes to filling up – with fuel costing up to 14 pence per litre more at some of our pumps.
Bank closure a ‘real tragedy’ for town

Bank closure a ‘real tragedy’ for town

News that a town centre bank will shut its doors has been labelled ‘a real tragedy’.
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Lifestyle

Turn back the pages of time

Turn back the pages of time

Take a look back over the news from this week in years gone by.
Cadbury confirms ‘supply chain challenges’ are behind missing flavour

Cadbury confirms ‘supply chain challenges’ are behind missing flavour

Cadbury has confirmed that ‘supply chain challenges’ are the reason as to why some customers can’t find a particular chocolate this Christmas.
Chicken, turkey and egg warning as Salmonella cases rise

Chicken, turkey and egg warning as Salmonella cases rise

A surge in food poisoning cases, caused by Salmonella, are being linked to raw poultry products and food safety officials have some advice.
Who is eligible for a free or discounted TV Licence?

Who is eligible for a free or discounted TV Licence?

The cost of a TV Licence is going up next year but there are some exemptions - so who is entitled to a free or discounted licence?
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