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Courage, cake and comedy as Calendar Girls comes back to town

Courage, cake and comedy as Calendar Girls comes back to town

An uplifting story of courage, friendship and cake will return to a town stage as Calendar Girls makes a comeback.
Decision to scrap flooding committee ‘a gut punch’

Decision to scrap flooding committee ‘a gut punch’

A councillor has called changes to the flooding scrutiny process a “gut punch” for those affected by major flood events in recent months.
The Lincolnshire businesses named and shamed for underpaying staff

The Lincolnshire businesses named and shamed for underpaying staff

A veterinary practice, a nursery and an outdoor pursuits company are among the businesses named and shamed by the government.
D-Day walks to honour wartime bravery

D-Day walks to honour wartime bravery

The story of American troops who spearhead the Allied invasion of Europe from a Grantham airfield is to be explored.
Austen anniversary brings film trail and dances to historic house

Austen anniversary brings film trail and dances to historic house

Jane Austen fans are in for a treat this summer as Belton House prepares to host a month-long celebration in honour of the author’s 250th birthday.

Councillors to visit estate after footpath and road safety concerns

Councillors to visit estate after footpath and road safety concerns

Councillors to visit estate after footpath and road safety concerns

Council leaders have agreed to meet representatives over concerns about footpaths and roads.

Decision on ‘nationally significant’ reservoir will be fast tracked

Decision on ‘nationally significant’ reservoir will be fast tracked
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Decision on ‘nationally significant’ reservoir will be fast tracked

The proposed new reservoir in Lincolnshire has been placed on the fast-track for decision by the government.

Firefighters called to town shopping centre

Firefighters called to town shopping centre

Firefighters called to town shopping centre

Firefighters were called to a town shopping centre on Wednesday night.

Local government reorganisation could discourage young people from politics, claim district leaders

Local government reorganisation could discourage young people from politics, claim district leaders

Local government reorganisation could discourage young people from politics, claim district leaders

District council leaders have raised concerns that local government re-organisation could discourage more young people from engaging in politics.

Councillor takes stand against far-right rally in city protest

Councillor takes stand against far-right rally in city protest

Councillor takes stand against far-right rally in city protest

A councillor joined an anti-fascist protest in Lincoln at the weekend.

Young Elvis fan, 5, performs on stage

Young Elvis fan, 5, performs on stage

Young Elvis fan, 5, performs on stage

A five-year-old schoolboy stole the show with a rendition of Elvis Presley’s Burning Love during a tribute show.
Developer agrees to withdraw green space land sales in town estate

Developer agrees to withdraw green space land sales in town estate

A developer has agreed to withdraw a series of green land sales after kickback from the community.
Urgent call to fix county’s underinvestment in A1 infrastructure and jobs

Urgent call to fix county’s underinvestment in A1 infrastructure and jobs

A new report has called for urgent investment in Lincolnshire’s roads, flood defences and the clean energy sector.
Tributes paid to three young men who died in an ‘absolute utter tragedy’

Tributes paid to three young men who died in an ‘absolute utter tragedy’

Tributes have been paid to three young men described as the ‘life and soul’ of a town after they died in a crash.
Free family event highlights local charities and activities

Free family event highlights local charities and activities

A park event will celebrate the town’s volunteers and offer a chance to try new activities this weekend.
Vintage and artisan finds on offer at church event

Vintage and artisan finds on offer at church event

Shoppers can enjoy a mix of vintage charm and artisan flair as an Artisan Brocante returns to town.
Should the two child benefit cap be scrapped?
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Should the two child benefit cap be scrapped?

Lincolnshire leaders have weighed in on the debate about whether the two-child benefit cap should be scrapped.

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Perfect timing for Graham to display his new silverware

Perfect timing for Graham to display his new silverware

New glass cabinet had been purchased by golfer ahead of Sudbrook success.
Learna lands England call-up in the next stage of her boxing adventure

Learna lands England call-up in the next stage of her boxing adventure

Teenager is already a two-times national champion ahead of England bow.
Riley rises to the challenge after taking fight at short notice

Riley rises to the challenge after taking fight at short notice

Belt success caps a memorable six months for Grantham boxer.
Grantham runners among the record number of participants at the Manchester Marathon

Grantham runners among the record number of participants at the Manchester Marathon

Weather conditions, while perfect for spectating, were less favourable for those running.
Caroline hits her target in Milton Keynes marathon

Caroline hits her target in Milton Keynes marathon

Grantham runner reaches her goal of returning a sub-four hour time.
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What's On

Courage, cake and comedy as Calendar Girls comes back to town

Courage, cake and comedy as Calendar Girls comes back to town

An uplifting story of courage, friendship and cake will return to a town stage as Calendar Girls makes a comeback.
Having it large! This lively coffee shop puts the boozers to shame

Having it large! This lively coffee shop puts the boozers to shame

For more than 100 years the seaside has been the stuff of legend for a messy Bank Holiday knees-up.
Organisers hope river day could bring the boost needed for sinking town

Organisers hope river day could bring the boost needed for sinking town

Preparations are in full swing for a new event which aims to paint a town in a better light.
Cast and director up for national festival spot after semi-final show

Cast and director up for national festival spot after semi-final show

A local production has narrowly missed out on a place in the final of a national theatre competition.
D-Day walks to honour wartime bravery

D-Day walks to honour wartime bravery

The story of American troops who spearhead the Allied invasion of Europe from a Grantham airfield is to be explored.
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Business

Idea involving shops and cafes could boost town tourism

Idea involving shops and cafes could boost town tourism

Business owners are being urged to play a part in an idea to attract more visitors to their town centre.
Landlady joins call to Save Britain’s Pubs with 9,000 locals set to close

Landlady joins call to Save Britain’s Pubs with 9,000 locals set to close

A pub landlady has joined an action group campaigning to secure the future of Britain’s ‘critically endangered’ locals.
Nice return! Our ace Jenny was back on the tennis court after 40 years and here’s how she got on

Nice return! Our ace Jenny was back on the tennis court after 40 years and here’s how she got on

International tennis player and coach Enoch Annan teaches puts reporter - and former trophy champion! - Jenny Beake through her paces on the court.
The Hoosiers pack in the punters at record store gig

The Hoosiers pack in the punters at record store gig

A chart-topping band has asked to return to an independent town record store after playing an intimate gig to a packed house last weekend.
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Lifestyle

Having it large! This lively coffee shop puts the boozers to shame

Having it large! This lively coffee shop puts the boozers to shame

For more than 100 years the seaside has been the stuff of legend for a messy Bank Holiday knees-up.
Landlady joins call to Save Britain’s Pubs with 9,000 locals set to close

Landlady joins call to Save Britain’s Pubs with 9,000 locals set to close

A pub landlady has joined an action group campaigning to secure the future of Britain’s ‘critically endangered’ locals.
Newspaper memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

Newspaper memories: news and adverts we featured in May 2015, 2000, 1950, 1925 and 1825

We’re on our weekly stroll down memory lane, looking at news from up to 200 years ago.
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