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Statement on Afghan refugees on behalf of Lincolnshire councils
Statement from Cllr Richard Wright, Leader of North Kesteven District Council and a member of the East Midlands’ Regional Migration Partnership, on behalf of all Lincolnshire councils. Lincolnshire councils are working collectively and closely with the Home Office to support Afghans who left their country over recent weeks to arrive in the UK. Supporting the Home Office […]
Flag flies high on Battle of Britain Day – PHOTOS
The anniversary of the Battle of Britain was marked today by South Kesteven District Council with the raising of a commemorative flag over its civic offices at St Peter’s Hill in Grantham. Guests observed a minute’s silence to remember the wartime sacrifices made during The Battle of Britain air campaign that took place from July […]
Who enjoyed a Saturday afternoon with these lads?
SKDC dustcart in road accident
One of SKDC’s Commercial Waste Collection vehicles was involved in a road accident around noon today, at Hougham near Marston. The vehicle was badly damaged. There was one member of staff on board, the driver, who escaped injury. A spokesman said “There is no impact on household domestic waste collection and SKDC was able to […]
Constant Garden Collection continues to impress
The Constant Garden Collection from Grantham business Henry Bell continues to bloom as it introduces new products to the popular range of premium quality faux plants. The brand new additions for 2021 include the beautiful Faux African Lily Collection, magnificent Faux Tree Collection and the vibrant Faux Colour Collection. Launched in 2020, the Constant Garden Collection is a premium, trend […]
It’s time to laugh again
From lockdowns to laughter – after almost two years of suffering through a global pandemic, it’s safe to say that we all need to find some joy in our lives again. Comedy and laughter can help us to heal. Three fantastic, big-name comedians are heading to South Kesteven this autumn with the return of Meres […]
Grantham couple “in the dark” over wedding as second hotel takes in refugees
How Wharf Road used to look
The Slipper Baths on Wharf Road with the old chapel next door in 1906. The original Wesleyan chapel shown in the photo dates from 1863. It was considered unstable as , like many buildings in this area, it was constructed on sand (Welby Street was once called Sandpit Lane).In March 1930, having been rebuilt, it […]
Saturday morning concerts are back
To relaunch the Saturday morning recital series at St Wulfram’s Church, Elaine Bishop (mezzo soprano) and Dr Tim Williams (piano) present ‘Maybe this time’ – a recital of songs from hit musicals currently running in the West End. Featuring music from classic and contemporary musicals the recital will contain songs from musicals including ‘Les Miserables’, […]
Grantham man to complete staggering 5,600-mile bike ride this week
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Grantham wildlife food producer launches new collection
Leading quality pet, animal food and accessories manufacturer, Henry Bell (www.henrybell.co.uk), has launched a brand new:Henry Bell Wildlife Collection. With the increasing importance and interest in caring for the wildlife in our environments, at the heart of this latest collection from Henry Bell is the wellbeing of wildlife animals. Henry Bell, of Dysart Road, has […]
Drivers using Grantham stretch of A1 to test how fast their cars can go
Firefighters rescue two following collision
Fire crews from Sleaford and Brant Broughton attended a two vehicle collision on the A17 near Fulbeck at 9.30pm last night (Monday) . They used hand tools to make both the cars safe and to assist two casualties to exit their vehicle. They also provided casualty care prior to the arrival of paramedics. Both drivers […]
Police to tackle speeding during road safety week
Officers and staff are taking part in a week of enforcement action to support a national road safety campaign focused on reducing deaths and serious injury. This week, targeted police enforcement will be taking place around the county to tackle speeding as well as the other Fatal Four offences – using a mobile phone, not […]
