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Exceptional family home in sought-after village
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/exceptional-family-home-in-sought-after-village-9468912/
Published: June 13, 2026 04:00
This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in one of the areaâs most sought-after villages.
MP raises concerns over proposed substations
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/mp-raises-concerns-over-proposed-substations-9469361/
Published: June 13, 2026 04:00
I have been inundated with concerns from residents about National Gridâs proposals for new overhead lines and two new substations, writes an MP.
âI feel Iâm accepting this on behalf of people with Down's Syndromeâ - charity cafe founder in Kingâs Birthday Honours
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/i-feel-i-m-accepting-this-on-behalf-of-people-with-downs-s-9469977/
Published: June 12, 2026 21:31
The driving force behind a charity which improves the lives of young adults with Downâs Syndrome has been recognised in the Kingâs Birthday Honours.
Cheerful Group Captain who ran RAF base awarded OBE in Kingâs Birthday Honours
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/cheerful-group-captain-who-ran-raf-base-awarded-obe-in-king-9469952/
Published: June 12, 2026 21:31
A âpeople personâ often awed by the achievements of RAF colleagues has been awarded an OBE.
Taking a lead to meet demand for doggy daycare
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/taking-a-lead-to-meet-demand-for-doggy-daycare-9469920/
Published: June 12, 2026 13:53
A rise in demand for doggy daycare has led to a business taking a lead to tweak its operations.
Shuttle bus plan ditched with alternative idea backed for town estate
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/shuttle-bus-plan-ditched-with-alternative-idea-backed-for-to-9469902/
Published: June 12, 2026 12:55
The idea of establishing a shuttle bus service for a town estate has been ditched - with cash to be spent on a cycle path instead.
Road was shut after crash involving van and car
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/road-was-shut-after-crash-involving-van-and-car-9469886/
Published: June 12, 2026 12:19
A main road was closed for about two and a half hours after a crash.
Village glamping pods given green light
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/village-glamping-pods-given-green-light-9469879/
Published: June 12, 2026 11:27
Plans to install three glamping pods in a village have been given the green light despite flooding concerns.
Community radio station seeks views for FM bid
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/rutland/news/community-radio-station-seeks-views-for-fm-bid-9469852/
Published: June 12, 2026 09:44
A community radio station is seeking feedback from the community as it moves to the next stage of its development.
Schools develop green action plans at new eco âconferenceâ
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/schools-develop-green-action-plans-at-new-eco-conference-9469844/
Published: June 12, 2026 09:11
School pupils and staff marked last weekâs World Environment Day with a new event aimed at inspiring climate action.
Council increases community grant funding for groups
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/council-increases-community-grant-funding-for-groups-9469555/
Published: June 12, 2026 07:00
Community groups can now apply for larger grants after a council increased funding levels and widened the types of projects it can support.
âAlligator oilâ miracles at market, chopper display stuns showgoers, and a BMX bandit rides to the top
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/alligator-oil-miracles-at-market-chopper-display-stuns-sh-9468834/
Published: June 12, 2026 05:00
Look back into the news archives and see how people used to live in Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Busy road closed after two-vehicle crash
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/busy-road-closed-after-two-vehicle-crash-9469816/
Published: June 11, 2026 18:43
A busy road has been closed by police after a crash.
D-Day walk highlights wartime role of former airfield
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/d-day-walk-highlights-wartime-role-of-former-airfield-9469764/
Published: June 11, 2026 14:43
Walkers have learned about the role a former Lincolnshire airfield played in the D-Day invasion.
Harvey takes the Lionsâ prize for crisp packet recycling
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/rutland/news/harvey-takes-the-lions-prize-for-crisp-packet-recycling-9469662/
Published: June 11, 2026 10:13
A 13-year-old has been rewarded for his efforts to encourage recycling.
Kindness and community spirit celebrated at awards
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/kindness-and-community-spirit-celebrated-at-awards-9469557/
Published: June 11, 2026 04:00
Kindness, courage and community spirit have been celebrated at South Kestevenâs community awards.
Alfie faces âlast chanceâ brain surgery treatment for epilepsy having âmissed most of his teenage yearsâ
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/alfie-faces-last-chance-brain-surgery-treatment-for-epilep-9469228/
Published: June 11, 2026 04:00
A prolific fundraiser for children with complex care needs is helping a teenager who is facing major brain surgery to help treat his severe epilepsy.
Historic churches set stage for summer concert series
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/historic-churches-set-stage-for-summer-concert-series-9469556/
Published: June 10, 2026 14:35
A summer concert series in historic village churches has opened with a sell-out performance.
Hospitalâs new ultrasound is first of its kind outside USA
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/hospital-s-new-ultrasound-is-first-of-its-kind-outside-usa-9469548/
Published: June 10, 2026 14:19
A new whole-body ultrasound could speed up patient diagnosis and improve care.
Baby classes promote learning through play
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/baby-classes-promote-learning-through-play-9469392/
Published: June 10, 2026 08:00
A mum has taken charge of the baby classes she one attended with her own child.
Your community needs you - how can you help?
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/your-community-needs-you-how-can-you-help-9469169/
Published: June 10, 2026 04:00
People with time and skills to share have been given the opportunity to find their perfect match at a volunteer fair.
Costa Coffee still planning drive-thru
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/rutland/news/costa-coffee-still-planning-drive-thru-9469407/
Published: June 9, 2026 15:44
A drive-thru coffee shop is yet to open, despite being announced three years ago.
âDifficultâ to get a full picture over how many homes are empty
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/difficult-to-get-a-full-picture-over-how-many-homes-are-em-9469399/
Published: June 9, 2026 15:10
Officials say itâs âdifficult to identifyâ how many empty homes across a district have been brought back into use.
Wine stolen during burglary
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/wine-stolen-during-burglary-9469374/
Published: June 9, 2026 13:36
Police want to hear from people who can help solve a burglary.
Investigation after police raid music event
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/investigation-after-police-raid-music-event-9469343/
Published: June 9, 2026 11:22
Two people have been arrested and equipment seized after police raided an unlicensed music event.
New service will tackle causes of homelessness
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/new-service-will-tackle-causes-of-homelessness-9469328/
Published: June 9, 2026 10:49
A new homelessness prevention service has been launched which leaders say will help tackle the root causes of the issue.
Tennis and tapas at town club
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/tennis-and-tapas-at-town-club-9469324/
Published: June 9, 2026 10:37
An evening of tennis was rounded off with plates of tapas during an event at a town club.
Bafta-winning actor Toby Jones joins local conservation project
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/bafta-winning-actor-toby-jones-joins-local-conservation-proj-9469159/
Published: June 9, 2026 08:00
Award-winning actor Toby Jones and TV gardener Adam Frost are set to raise the profile of a large-scale conservation project in the area.
New Conservative group leader says rural wards need practical action
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/new-conservative-group-leader-says-rural-wards-need-practica-9469184/
Published: June 9, 2026 07:00
A councillor has spoken of her âreal optimismâ after becoming the new leader of the Conservative group at South Kesteven District Council.
Ecology expert exposes pollution of âtoxicâ pet treatments
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/ecology-expert-exposes-pollution-of-toxic-pet-treatments-9468997/
Published: June 9, 2026 04:00
A local ecologist has called for big changes to stop widespread pollution caused by pet flea treatments in a groundbreaking review.
Tributes to John Smith, museum founder who made history accessible
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/tributes-to-john-smith-museum-founder-who-made-history-acce-9469212/
Published: June 9, 2026 04:00
A man respected for his encyclopaedic knowledge of his home townâs history has died.
âSensational amount of interest in Legoâ at event that helped charity
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/sensational-amount-of-interest-in-lego-at-event-that-helpe-9469225/
Published: June 8, 2026 14:26
Impressive Lego builds and challenges were at the heart of a day aimed at raising awarness of dementia.
Festival promotes eco-friendly fun
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/rutland/news/festival-promotes-eco-friendly-fun-9469156/
Published: June 8, 2026 10:48
Family fun was combined with lessons in how to protect the environment at a village event.
Festival-goers flood to see music line up at Lazy Crow
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/festival-goers-flood-to-see-music-line-up-at-lazy-crow-9469147/
Published: June 8, 2026 10:25
A music festival featuring more than a dozen bands attracted a sell-out crowd.
Young actors have âreally raised the gameâ as they get ready to perform literary classic in new season
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/young-actors-have-really-raised-the-game-as-they-get-ready-9468909/
Published: June 8, 2026 04:00
Young actors will take to the stage this summer to bring to life a classic story familiar to generations of school pupils.
Schoolfriendsâ award-winning horror film debut set for homecoming
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/schoolfriends-award-winning-horror-film-debut-set-for-homec-9468496/
Published: June 8, 2026 04:00
A horror film made by a pair of old school friends is winning plaudits and is set to tingle spines of cinema goers right here.
TV shows could inspire your next holiday adventure
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/tv-shows-could-inspire-your-next-holiday-adventure-9468016/
Published: June 7, 2026 04:00
Did you watch the finale of Race Across the World recently? asks our travel columnist.
Preparing for the Great Big Green Week
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/preparing-for-the-great-big-green-week-9467995/
Published: June 6, 2026 04:00
The Great Big Green Week 2026 takes place this week, with more than a million people across the UK coming together to take action.
New home and workplaces planned
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/deepings/new-home-and-workplaces-planned-9468209/
Published: June 6, 2026 04:00
Two industrial units and a bungalow have been proposed for the north-eastern edge of a town.
Elegant home is historically significant
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/elegant-home-is-historically-significant-9468435/
Published: June 6, 2026 04:00
This elegant and historically significant home, dating from 1722 and Grade II listed, is on the market.
Business suspends orders after âseriousâ fire
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/deepings/business-suspends-orders-after-serious-fire-9468990/
Published: June 5, 2026 11:53
A business has suspended operations after a serious fire at its premises.
We review Shoestringâs âLemonsâ in 140 words
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/we-review-shoestring-s-lemons-in-140-words-9468939/
Published: June 5, 2026 09:57
The premise of Shoestring Theatreâs latest play is that the âQuietude Billâ now limits everyone to 140 words a day.
New plans for former home of American diner
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/deepings/new-plans-for-former-home-of-american-diner-9468936/
Published: June 5, 2026 09:48
The new owners of a building once occupied by a popular venue have applied for a licence to sell alcohol.
Stall a boon for bowel cancer campaign
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/stall-a-boon-for-bowel-cancer-campaign-9468897/
Published: June 5, 2026 08:31
A charity shopâs market stall initiative is offering plenty of choice to bring in extra cash.
The Queen Mother, âMillionaireâ winner Judith Kepell⌠Who else will you recognise?
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/the-queen-mother-millionaire-winner-judith-kepell-who-el-9468082/
Published: June 5, 2026 05:00
Take a look at who and what made local news headlines this week in years gone by.
âHaving my son gave me the ambition to make something of myselfâ
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/having-my-son-gave-me-the-ambition-to-make-something-of-mys-9468573/
Published: June 5, 2026 04:00
Having trained in fine art, Hannah Swales has turned her talent into a business venture.
Woman charged after her escape from police is foiled by railway crossing barrier
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/woman-charged-after-her-escape-from-police-is-foiled-by-rail-9468784/
Published: June 4, 2026 13:44
A woman will appear in court after a crash earlier this week.
Homemade cakes and a day of open gardens
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/stamford/news/homemade-cakes-and-a-day-of-open-gardens-9468667/
Published: June 4, 2026 08:54
A garden redesign and a host of roses will be inspirational features of two events coming up.
Student marked 18th birthday by beginning 15-mile challenge to raise funds for vital electric wheelchair
https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/bourne/news/student-marked-18th-birthday-by-beginning-15-mile-challenge-9468367/
Published: June 4, 2026 04:00
A student with mobility issues marked her 18th birthday by beginning a 15-mile challenge - in a bid to raise vital funds for an electric wheelchair.