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A look inside the manor houses in Lincolnshire and Rutland on the market for up to £3.5 million

A look inside the manor houses in Lincolnshire and Rutland on the market for up to £3.5 million

Period dramas have given a glimpse of how life used to be in grand country houses in their heyday - why not take a look at some locally on the market?
Community wins campaign for 20mph limits

Community wins campaign for 20mph limits

Roads throughout a built-up area will have a reduced speed limit later this month.
No driving ban for cat breeder found three-times legal limit in her Mercedes

No driving ban for cat breeder found three-times legal limit in her Mercedes

A cat breeder who was found behind the wheel three times the legal drink-driving limit has escaped a ban.
A fabulous family home

A fabulous family home

A fabulous family house with versatile accommodation set within beautiful gardens in the heart of a conservation village is on the market.
Can I help volunteer?

Can I help volunteer?

Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire answers a question about volunteering.

‘Taxpayers deserve answers’

‘Taxpayers deserve answers’

‘Taxpayers deserve answers’

Here are the latest letters to the editor on a series of issues, including the future of St Martin’s Park in Stamford.

Then and Now: The history of Hindmarch Motors

Then and Now: The history of Hindmarch Motors

Then and Now: The history of Hindmarch Motors

Hindmarch & Co. Motors were Peugeot dealers and were based at 21 Swinegate, Grantham and 53-56 Scotgate, Stamford.

This is when ageing is something to smile about

This is when ageing is something to smile about

This is when ageing is something to smile about

A cheesemonger with a knack for flavour has taken top place in a national award.

From cancer care to children’s diets, meet the team helping patients through food

From cancer care to children’s diets, meet the team helping patients through food

From cancer care to children’s diets, meet the team helping patients through food

Dietitians Week is a chance to reflect on the impact our work has in Lincolnshire, writes our health columnist.

Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

A town musician is aiming to make high-end instruments more affordable after launching her first collection.

MP overwhelmed messages after birth of daughter

MP overwhelmed messages after birth of daughter

MP overwhelmed messages after birth of daughter

Rutland and Stamford MP Alicia Kearns writes her first column since the birth of her daughter.
Meet the Lincolnshire and Rutland people joining Sir David Beckham in the King’s Birthday Honours List

Meet the Lincolnshire and Rutland people joining Sir David Beckham in the King’s Birthday Honours List

Never mind the new Sir David Beckham, a host of people from our area have also been recognised by the King.
Retired GP honoured for services to town she calls her ‘extended family’

Retired GP honoured for services to town she calls her ‘extended family’

A retired GP and fundraiser has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for serving the town she “came to love”.
Masked men carry out robbery at town store

Masked men carry out robbery at town store

Two masked men forced staff to hand over thousands of pounds worth of stock in a robbery at a town phone shop.
Crash causes up to 40-minute delays on A1 northbound

Crash causes up to 40-minute delays on A1 northbound

A crash on the A1 is causing severe delays this afternoon.
More than 2,500 children compete in biggest Mini Olympics yet

More than 2,500 children compete in biggest Mini Olympics yet

The 18th annual Inspire+ Mini Olympics brought together more than 2,500 children in a bid to encourage more youngsters to try new sports.
Tips to help the birds during heatwave

Tips to help the birds during heatwave

As parts of the county experience a stream of hot weather, here are some top tips on how to help the wildlife in your garden.

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Stamford to stage their popular Sevens tournament

Stamford to stage their popular Sevens tournament

Action every night as veterans set their sights on success.
Double boost for Daniels as key duo return for another season

Double boost for Daniels as key duo return for another season

Jackson and Cooke both commit to another campaign at the Zeeco Stadium.
Jack’s back for another season after agreeing Stamford return

Jack’s back for another season after agreeing Stamford return

Striker will be starting his seventh campaign with the Daniels.
Daniels duo are World Cup winners after controversial finish to tournament

Daniels duo are World Cup winners after controversial finish to tournament

Australia field an ineligible player as England are awarded tournament triumph.
Hard work is recognised by community award

Hard work is recognised by community award

Junior Knights provide basketball opportunities for all in the area.
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What's On

Darts night to feature professional player and rising talent

Darts night to feature professional player and rising talent

A professional darts player will headline an evening of the sport and a chance for take him on at a town football club.
Lost villages and folklore given modern twist in author’s new book

Lost villages and folklore given modern twist in author’s new book

A county’s folklore has been brought to life in a collection of short stories due to be published this month.
Family day raises vital funds for animal service

Family day raises vital funds for animal service

An animal charity raised more than £700 at its first fundraising event.
Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

A town musician is aiming to make high-end instruments more affordable after launching her first collection.
Our Jenny picks up tips on how to Unleash Your Awesome with new book

Our Jenny picks up tips on how to Unleash Your Awesome with new book

Taz Thornton is a motivational speaker and has written a book to help the reader unleash their awesome.
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Business

High street expert says fifth bookies ‘unlikely’ to boost trade in town

High street expert says fifth bookies ‘unlikely’ to boost trade in town

A fifth betting shop would be ‘unlikely’ to increase footfall in a town centre, a high street guru believes.
This is when ageing is something to smile about

This is when ageing is something to smile about

A cheesemonger with a knack for flavour has taken top place in a national award.
Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

Libby launches mission to make high-end instruments more affordable

A town musician is aiming to make high-end instruments more affordable after launching her first collection.
They’re lovin’ it! McDonald’s staff branch out with gardening project

They’re lovin’ it! McDonald’s staff branch out with gardening project

Staff from a town’s major fast food chain have joined forces with a community garden project.
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Lifestyle

New memorial planned to honour US troops killed in wartime training blast

New memorial planned to honour US troops killed in wartime training blast

A fundraiser has been launched for a memorial to three American paratroopers killed in a training accident ahead of a key Second World War mission.
Lost villages and folklore given modern twist in author’s new book

Lost villages and folklore given modern twist in author’s new book

A county’s folklore has been brought to life in a collection of short stories due to be published this month.
Then and Now: The history of Hindmarch Motors

Then and Now: The history of Hindmarch Motors

Hindmarch & Co. Motors were Peugeot dealers and were based at 21 Swinegate, Grantham and 53-56 Scotgate, Stamford.

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