The coronavirus pandemic challenges health and social care services to alter the way they offer quality and effective care. Despite unprecedented pressure on the NHS, Lincolnshire mental health and learning disability services want to reassure that they continue to support people who may be struggling with their emotional and mental wellbeing. Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation […]
Grantham firefighters get 10 bonfire call outs
Man named and charged with manslaughter
Police have formally named the victim of their murder investigation as Daniella Espirito Santo, aged 23 of Chestnut Grove, Grantham. Julio Jesus, aged 30, from Beechcroft Road, Grantham has today been charged with two offences, the manslaughter of Daniella Espirito Santo and a separate charge of assault causing actual bodily harm also on Daniella Espirito […]
The changing face of Grantham shopping in pictures
Westgate – nearly 40 years ago
Thirty-four Grantham choristers produce masterpiece – at home
A virtual anthem for Maundy Thursday was created from individual voice recordings of 34 members of St Wulfram’s Church Choir, each singer in thei home. They sang William Byrd’s ‘Ave verum corpus’ recorded by individual members earlier this week. To hear it click on link below… Please click here to hear this piece of music.
Oil thefts on the rise
A quantity of heating oil has been stolen from a garden oil tank in Folkingham Road, Billingborough. This theft along with one in Aveland Way, Aslackby and another in Scottlethorpe Road, Edenham occurred towards the end of March. Incident 357 of 07.04.20 refers Police have seen a rise in theft of heating oil therefore please […]
Hunan province gifts Lincolnshire 10,000 surgical facemasks
The Hunan provincial government have donated 10,000 surgical masks to Lincolnshire to support frontline staff during the coronavirus response. They will arrive in the county in the coming weeks. Cllr Colin Davie, executive councillor for economy and place at the county council, said: “We have established a great trade relationship with Hunan in China, and […]
CallConnect bus continues to run with all essential journeys now free
Lincolnshire County Council has announced that all journeys with CallConnect will be free of charge during the coronavirus outbreak. The on-demand, bookable bus service will be operating for passengers needing to make essential journeys during this difficult period. Cllr Richard Davies, executive member for transport, said: “We’ve scrapped charges on CallConnect as a ‘thank you’ […]
Air ambulance night flights cut due to cash shortage
Grantham Teddy Boys
Look what was happening 20 years ago
Covid-19 patients discharged from Lincolnshire hospitals
Man groomed girl with learning difficulties and made her pregnant
Accident outside Grantham shop, now long gone
Coronavirus confirmed at Grantham care home
“Enforcement is working” Police updates on Covid-19
Chief Inspector Stewart Brinn says… In Lincolnshire our officers have been ensuring we help keep people safe from the effects of COVID-19 by engaging with people, explaining the national guidance, and encouraging them to act appropriately. But a small number of people have not behaved in line with the advice and have been issued with […]
Waste collection wagons keep on rolling
Messages of support have been pouring in for waste collection crews who are continuing to provide an essential service in the face of unprecedented challenges brought about by the Coronavirus outbreak. Thanks to the dedication of its staff, South Kesteven District Council’s waste collection services – vital in the battle to reduce risks to public […]
Beware when starting bonfires this weekend
Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue are warning about the dangers of having a bonfire during the current lockdown, saying they are putting additional pressure on the emergency services. Firefighters in Lincolnshire were called to attend a number of fires in trees and hedges over the weekend, including a fire in a tree near Crowland and a […]
