Peter says, This is the first run on air after a complete rebuild and the first time running since the early 1960s. There were a few little knocks but they were sorted during the subsequent week. It took a while to get her running as everything was so tight, but we got there. She’s on […]
Police release statement about Grantham dognapping
Grantham Police say, We are aware of the social media commentary in relation to dog owners concerns relating to dog thefts in the Grantham area and understand their concerns. Inspector Gary Stewart said: “We are aware of the comments and messages on social media about the alleged reports of dognapping in the Grantham area. “However, […]
More than 1000 vow to attend ‘egg throwing contest’ at Thatcher statue unveiling
Woman admits tying dog to a rock and throwing her in the River Trent
£7m Lincoln A&E extension designs revealed
Wyndham Park Steamroller Restoration Update
Grantham Matters has caught up with Wyndham Park steamroller restorer Peter Tye to see how he’s getting on. After delays due to Covid he tells us, “We’ve fitted the flywheel on this week and starting the copper pipework.There’s still the front end to do, it will definitely be out next year” Aveling and Porter 10392 […]
Council pays tribute to black wartime troops during WWll
South Kesteven District Council is marking October’s Black History Month by recognising the contribution of black servicemen serving locally with American forces and the RAF during WWll. In 1944, all major airfields around Grantham – North Witham, Barkston Heath, Fulbeck, Folkingham and Saltby – were occupied by airmen and troops of the United States Army […]
Dedication ceremony at Grantham Cemetery for a memorial bench
Service of Remembrance, 8 November 2020
Remembrance honours those who serve to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life. We unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community from Britain and the Commonwealth. We will remember them. This year the Service of Remembrance at St Wulfram’s Church is going to feel […]
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Lorry strikes bridge
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Police seek witnesses to McDonald’s incident
Cockroft’s call time at the bar after 33 years
The Castlegate pub (aka Images) has announced that it will not be reopening again. In a statement they said, To all staff, friends and colleagues, Our journey has taken 33 years to complete and it’s has truly been a wild and wonderful ride. We have enjoyed each and every step that you have all shared […]