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A nice pub with a nice atmosphere… you just need to know where to look

A nice pub with a nice atmosphere… you just need to know where to look

Fans of zombie movies and TV series will know all too well those scenes where the story’s hero finds themself in a normal place… but bizarrely alone.
An unforgettable experience for truck lovers and families and you could be there

An unforgettable experience for truck lovers and families and you could be there

Truckfest Lincoln returns next month for a spectacular family weekend - and we’ve got tickets to giveaway.
‘As a mother how do you continue to live when your child doesn’t?’

‘As a mother how do you continue to live when your child doesn’t?’

A mum is campaigning for restrictions to be imposed on young drivers after her teenage son died in a high-speed crash.
Campaigners say 40% of energy from offshore wind farms will land in Lincolnshire

Campaigners say 40% of energy from offshore wind farms will land in Lincolnshire

Campaigners say that nearly 40% of energy generated by offshore wind farms will be landed in Lincolnshire.
Councillor hit with £160,000 fine for employing illegal workers at his restaurant
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Councillor hit with £160,000 fine for employing illegal workers at his restaurant

A councillor has been hit with a hefty fine after a Home Office raid found he was employing illegal workers at his restaurant.

GP surgery ‘actively pursuing’ expansion after surge in patients

GP surgery ‘actively pursuing’ expansion after surge in patients

GP surgery ‘actively pursuing’ expansion after surge in patients

A busy medical centre says it is ‘actively pursuing’ funding for a new purpose built site and has found a ‘promising piece of land’.

We clarify claims made by mayoral candidate in promotional video

We clarify claims made by mayoral candidate in promotional video
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We clarify claims made by mayoral candidate in promotional video

Lincolnshire County Council did not spend £50,000 on a ‘Green Ambassador’ as claimed in a promotional video by mayoral candidate.

‘Heart of community’ voted best in county for loose fruit and veg

‘Heart of community’ voted best in county for loose fruit and veg

‘Heart of community’ voted best in county for loose fruit and veg

A family farm shop has been named Lincolnshire’s loose fruit and vegetable champion by residents.

‘Everyone says Jenny would be proud of me - I know she would be’

‘Everyone says Jenny would be proud of me - I know she would be’

‘Everyone says Jenny would be proud of me - I know she would be’

A swimming teacher made waves with a challenge in memory of her best friend.

Get ready for gags as comedy night returns

Get ready for gags as comedy night returns

Get ready for gags as comedy night returns

Those who enjoy a giggle can look forward to a monthly feast of gags as a comedy night returns to a town venue.

Second World War American fighter pilot calls return to his former base a ‘dream come true’

Second World War American fighter pilot calls return to his former base a ‘dream come true’

Second World War American fighter pilot calls return to his former base a ‘dream come true’

A former RAF base which was once a hive of activity was buzzing again when a Second World War American airman returned.
Struggling with rising bills? Here’s what’s changed and where to get help

Struggling with rising bills? Here’s what’s changed and where to get help

With nearly one-in-four families facing financial hardship, and “awful April” bill increases, more county residents are likely to seek help this year.
Prison healthcare contracts axed for trust to focus on service improvements

Prison healthcare contracts axed for trust to focus on service improvements

A healthcare trust has axed its prison care contracts, to focus on fixing failings highlighted in an inquiry into the Nottingham attacks.
Landmarks and familiar faces showcased in new town mural

Landmarks and familiar faces showcased in new town mural

A mural featuring the landmarks, events and people at the core of a town’s identity has been unveiled.

Restaurant plans shelter for outdoor seating area

Restaurant plans shelter for outdoor seating area

A restaurateur wants to install a glazed shelter over his outdoor seating area during the winter months.
Pupils set fire to their schoolwork - but all in the name of education

Pupils set fire to their schoolwork - but all in the name of education

Children set fire to their schoolwork as part of an immersive learning experience.
Labour mayoral candidate doesn’t live in county
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Labour mayoral candidate doesn’t live in county

Jason Stockwood, who is hoping to be the Labour mayor of Greater Lincolnshire, says he is in the process of moving to the county.

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Bels take a step back to move forward and end 40-year wait for league title

Bels take a step back to move forward and end 40-year wait for league title

Stamford side are buoyant heading into their 70th successive season.
Free-scoring attack and miserly defence in Bels’ title-winning campaign

Free-scoring attack and miserly defence in Bels’ title-winning campaign

Joint player-boss hails his side’s defence as immense after super season.
Securing a play-off place would be an unbelievable achievement for Stamford

Securing a play-off place would be an unbelievable achievement for Stamford

Daniels are going toe-for-toe with some big guns in the race for promotion.
Moreman’s spot on with penalty clincher in vital victory for Deeping

Moreman’s spot on with penalty clincher in vital victory for Deeping

Rangers continue to work hard in their battle to beat relegation.
Bartle blasts dramatic late winner as Stamford move into the play-off places

Bartle blasts dramatic late winner as Stamford move into the play-off places

Daniels do it again in stoppage time to secure vital home victory.
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A nice pub with a nice atmosphere… you just need to know where to look

A nice pub with a nice atmosphere… you just need to know where to look

Fans of zombie movies and TV series will know all too well those scenes where the story’s hero finds themself in a normal place… but bizarrely alone.
An unforgettable experience for truck lovers and families and you could be there

An unforgettable experience for truck lovers and families and you could be there

Truckfest Lincoln returns next month for a spectacular family weekend - and we’ve got tickets to giveaway.
Historic manor to hold open house over Easter weekend

Historic manor to hold open house over Easter weekend

A historic manor will once again reopen its doors to the public over the Easter bank holiday weekend.
Come Dine With Me winner to cook up a treat at restaurant

Come Dine With Me winner to cook up a treat at restaurant

A champion TV chef will be preparing his seafood specialities for one night only at a town restaurant.
British art trio to feature in Spring exhibition

British art trio to feature in Spring exhibition

A town art gallery is gearing up to showcase the works of three important 20th century British artists in its spring exhibition.
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Councillor hit with £160,000 fine for employing illegal workers at his restaurant

Councillor hit with £160,000 fine for employing illegal workers at his restaurant

A councillor has been hit with a hefty fine after a Home Office raid found he was employing illegal workers at his restaurant.
Couple who closed county shop reopen in new town

Couple who closed county shop reopen in new town

A long-standing loose leaf tea business has moved towns.
Friends turn business idea brewed over a cup of tea into reality

Friends turn business idea brewed over a cup of tea into reality

A new boutique aims to put inclusivity and affordability at the heart of fashion—thanks to a spontaneous idea by two best friends over a cup of tea.
University proposes to cut 10% of workforce

University proposes to cut 10% of workforce

The University of Lincoln is considering cutting up to 10.7% of its workforce, according to Unison.
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A nice pub with a nice atmosphere… you just need to know where to look

A nice pub with a nice atmosphere… you just need to know where to look

Fans of zombie movies and TV series will know all too well those scenes where the story’s hero finds themself in a normal place… but bizarrely alone.
Come Dine With Me winner to cook up a treat at restaurant

Come Dine With Me winner to cook up a treat at restaurant

A champion TV chef will be preparing his seafood specialities for one night only at a town restaurant.
It’s not much from the outside - but inside the food is faultless

It’s not much from the outside - but inside the food is faultless

This restaurant doesn’t look much from the outside - in fact, you could be forgiven for passing by and not even noticing it.
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