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New children’s book finally published 15 years after it was started

New children’s book finally published 15 years after it was started

A new children’s book by a debut author from Long Bennington, more than 15 years in the offing, has hit the shelves.
Young scout wins award for ‘doing kind things to make people smile, just like my sister Evelyn did’

Young scout wins award for ‘doing kind things to make people smile, just like my sister Evelyn did’

A young scout has been nationally recognised for his selfless acts of kindness in memory of his late sister.
Town council reflects on busy first year at annual general meeting

Town council reflects on busy first year at annual general meeting

A town council chairman has said the authority “achieved a lot” in its formation year but “there’s a lot of work ahead”.
County bosses to take on tourism after Destination Lincolnshire ceases trading

County bosses to take on tourism after Destination Lincolnshire ceases trading

Council bosses say they will be developing a ‘robust tourism strategy after an organisation has ceased trading.
Sex offender jailed for breaching child protection order

Sex offender jailed for breaching child protection order

A sex offender who breached a court order by grooming and attempting to meet underage girls has been jailed for child sexual exploitation.

Man made woman’s life a ‘living nightmare’ during stalking campaign

Man made woman’s life a ‘living nightmare’ during stalking campaign

Man made woman’s life a ‘living nightmare’ during stalking campaign

A man who subjected a woman to a "living nightmare" during a campaign of stalking has been jailed for two years and eight months.

Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

Whitney Houston’s greatest hits will come alive with a high-energy show and live band on Friday.

Fleet of colourful bin lorries collect waste and share health messages

Fleet of colourful bin lorries collect waste and share health messages

Fleet of colourful bin lorries collect waste and share health messages

A fleet of striking new bin lorries is taking to the streets — not just to collect waste, but to spread life-saving health messages.

Health and beauty chain confirms closure of town branch

Health and beauty chain confirms closure of town branch

Health and beauty chain confirms closure of town branch

Superdrug has confirmed it will close a town store this summer, marking the end of more than 40 years of trading in the town.

‘Colouring can be a way to relax the mind, similar to meditation, and offers a unique social interaction’

‘Colouring can be a way to relax the mind, similar to meditation, and offers a unique social interaction’

‘Colouring can be a way to relax the mind, similar to meditation, and offers a unique social interaction’

A group marking its eighth anniversary is helping people tackle loneliness and mental health issues through art.

Gala evening promises classic operetta highlights

Gala evening promises classic operetta highlights

Gala evening promises classic operetta highlights

A celebration of wit, melody and mischief awaits music lovers when The Wandering Minstrels visit.
Nursery place lottery launched as novel new way to help parents
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Nursery place lottery launched as novel new way to help parents

A monthly lottery which gives parents the chance to win free nursery places is inviting nurseries all around the county to join.
Fun football tournament to bring community together for good cause

Fun football tournament to bring community together for good cause

A community is being invited to a day of football fun, in aid of a charity which supported a primary school teacher with kidney disease.
Midwives play a vital role

Midwives play a vital role

A research midwife writes about her career to mark International Day of the Midwife.
‘Village is not being treated fairly’

‘Village is not being treated fairly’

Readers have once again had plenty to say on what’s in the news.
‘I’m the proudest man in town,’ says son as mother’s memorial bench is fitted

‘I’m the proudest man in town,’ says son as mother’s memorial bench is fitted

A family has installed a personalised memorial bench in tribute to their late mother and grandmother.
Then and now: Shops stocked up on latest fashions

Then and now: Shops stocked up on latest fashions

The Non-Conformist churches of the town used to gather for their Whitsuntide walk and service in the Market Place.

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Sport

New amateur course record among Levi’s run of successes

New amateur course record among Levi’s run of successes

Desmond maintains dazzling form as county golfers produce strong showing.
Strong performances see duo crowned club champions

Strong performances see duo crowned club champions

Dedication to training helps Matt complete his first ironman,
Griffiths wants to lay solid structure to help Gingerbreads move forward again

Griffiths wants to lay solid structure to help Gingerbreads move forward again

Opportunity to take over as Grantham boss was too good to turn down.
Hunt strikes gold with relay team at World Championships

Hunt strikes gold with relay team at World Championships

Former Kesteven and Grantham Girls School pupil is part of winning quartet.
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.
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What's On

Bank holiday music festival is back

Bank holiday music festival is back

A jazz festival overlooking Rutland Water is back for a third year.
Grow your love at speed dating event

Grow your love at speed dating event

A plant shop owner will be hosting a speed dating terrarium workshop to help single people wanting to branch out with love.

New children’s book finally published 15 years after it was started

New children’s book finally published 15 years after it was started

A new children’s book by a debut author from Long Bennington, more than 15 years in the offing, has hit the shelves.
Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

Powerhouse tribute celebrates Whitney’s unforgettable hits

Whitney Houston’s greatest hits will come alive with a high-energy show and live band on Friday.
‘Lend a tenor’ - or any singing voice - for Come and Sing concert

‘Lend a tenor’ - or any singing voice - for Come and Sing concert

People are invited to ‘come and sing’ one of Handel’s greatest works.
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Business

Social media influencer adds sprinkle of stardust to housing development

Social media influencer adds sprinkle of stardust to housing development

A popular social media influencer described the area as ‘homely and friendly’ after she visited as part of a partnership with a property developer.
County bosses to take on tourism after Destination Lincolnshire ceases trading

County bosses to take on tourism after Destination Lincolnshire ceases trading

Council bosses say they will be developing a ‘robust tourism strategy after an organisation has ceased trading.
Sarah announced as new BID manager

Sarah announced as new BID manager

A former health champion will be a leading a new group representing businesses in the town centre.
Pub site on the market for £2.3 million but drinkers need not worry

Pub site on the market for £2.3 million but drinkers need not worry

The site of a 10-year-old town pub is for sale - but the building and business will not be affected.
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Lifestyle

Nursery place lottery launched as novel new way to help parents

Nursery place lottery launched as novel new way to help parents

A monthly lottery which gives parents the chance to win free nursery places is inviting nurseries all around the county to join.
Have a go at the ultimate online pub quiz

Have a go at the ultimate online pub quiz

The Saturday Social is back with 13 trivia questions on everything from music to motorways.
Then and now: Shops stocked up on latest fashions

Then and now: Shops stocked up on latest fashions

The Non-Conformist churches of the town used to gather for their Whitsuntide walk and service in the Market Place.

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