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West Lindsey District Council has secured £95,000 from Arts Council England to support
Our Home, a cultural programme celebrating the stories, heritage and experiences of people
across the district.

A £95,000 funding boost for West Lindsey’s Our Home cultural programme

Councillors react to High Court defeat in battle to stop solar farm

The upcoming conference is designed to inform farmers on the processes for setting up farm reservoirs. Photo: Ian Nicholson/PA

Free reservoir development event for farmers

New powers are welcomed in the battle against flytipping in Lincolnshire.

Environment Secretary forms new Waste Crime Crackdown Group

Sam Edwards, Head of Highways Infrastructure and Laboratory Services and Coun Sean Matthews at the North Hykeham Relief Road site.

COLUMN - The boffins that help make the most of roads funding

Roadworks starting this November

Lincolnshire drivers face road closures and speed limits

A snapshot of a mother and baby session at a children's centre in Skegness.

Huge programme of fun activities planned for National Baby Week

New toilet facilities at Money's Yard in Sleaford are now open, including a dedicated Changing Places facility and a disabled toilet, alongside a new riverside garden complete with space for a cafe kiosk operator and outdoor seating.

Fresh toilet facilities and riverside garden open in Sleaford

Residents in Sleaford are being invited to have their say on a proposed neighbourhood plan that will help guide future development and planning decisions in the area.

Public views sought on new Sleaford Neighbourhood Plan

Drone images like this one show the potential that the vacant and disused land within the Old Sidings area holds, including Sleaford’s Bass Maltings which is also being included in the emerging masterplan.

Your chance to input into the Old Sidings Masterplan

NKDC is among around 1,350 other organisations around the country to achieve Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold status, for going above and beyond for the Armed Forces community.

Beyond the badge: How NKDC is championing the Armed Forces community

Coun Sean Matthews and Senior Coroner Laurinda Bower

New Senior Coroner for Greater Lincolnshire appointed

New restrictions on motorhomes and campervans have been proposed for Rutland Road. (Image: Google) Inset: A campervan, for illustration only (Image: Getty).

Calls for action to tackle motorhomes using Skegness road as a campsite

Temple Road, in Aslackby. Photo Google Maps

Council’s £605,554 drainage scheme to stop homes flooding village approved

Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre - A new tourism and hospitality survey has been launched by North Kesteven District Council to better understand the experiences, opportunities and challenges of businesses within the sector.

North Kesteven sees tourism growth and seeks feedback via new survey

The future looks bright and colourful for the Terry O’Toole Theatre in North Hykeham after work was completed following £107,000 from Arts Council England’s Creative Foundations Fund.

Bright and colourful future for Hykeham theatre

Alford Recreation Ground is regarded as one of the best public parks and playgrounds in Lincolnshire.

Alford has second highest increase in parish council tax in England

NKDC's Digital Hub Co-ordinator Rachael Gordon at the Community Hub in Sleaford.

Learn to stay safe online in North Kesteven during Get Online Week

East Lindsey District Council launches new funding programme to support visitor economy businesses in the Wolds

Council launches funding programme to support visitor economy in Wolds

At least one in two households are joining in the food waste recycling scheme, according to the county council. Photo: LCC

Council reviews first six months of weekly food waste collections

Church Lane in East Kirkby. (PHOTO BY: Jonathan Thacker)

Council investigates 'vandalism' after felling of mature trees in village

Customers of licensed premises, pubs, clubs, and off-licences in North Kesteven will find it easier to show proof of age after changes being introduced so that ID on phones can be used.

North Kesteven venues can now accept digital proof of age

A shared masterplan will aim to breathe new life into Sleaford's Old Sidings, a number of sites which are under different ownerships but hold much potential. Pictured is Tec Foods (left) and the privately-owned Bass Maltings (right).

Masterplan aims to breathe new life into Old Sidings

Covering a wide range of regulatory and enforcement functions, Public Protection officers are at the heart of protecting public health, safety and wellbeing across the district.

The extensive work of NKDC’s Public Protection team

East Lindsey District Council invests £2million in two new community grant schemes launching today

East Lindsey District Council invests £2m in community grant schemes

Plans for a new cinema in Sleaford have been approved by councillors.

Cinema plans approved for Sleaford

The nomination deadline for this year's NK Community Champion Awards has been extended until September 21, 2026.

Deadline extended for NK Community Champion Awards 2026

North Kesteven District Council’s Electoral Services team are continuing to carry out the 2026 Annual Canvass to keep the district’s electoral register up to date.

Annual canvass of households to update elector list in North Kesteven

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Council honours Merchant Navy at ceremony

A new zebra crossing is planned for St Bernard's Avenue, Louth, not a local campaigner is concerned that it may mot have been positioned correctly. Photo: Google Maps

Council reassures over safety and accessibility concerns for new zebra crossing

Coun William Gray, Portfolio Holder for Communities and Better Ageing with Coun Fiona Martin, Chairman and Mayor of Horncastle

Horncastle to be part of Age-Friendly pilot project

Lincolnshire County Council.

Lincolnshire County Council's adult care services 'require improvement'

North Kesteven District Council, Arts Council England and other local partners back ambitious county-wide collaboration to grow skills, jobs and opportunities.

£324,000 investment to create next generation of creative talent

The long awaited Atlantis Alliance Hub on the beach at Mablethorpe will keep visitors and residents safe

Official launch of beachfront safety hub in Mablethorpe

Work has officially begun on a new Changing Places facility at the Roseway car park public toilets in Gainsborough.

Work underway for new Changing Places facility due to open in Gainsborough

Further objections to intensive poultry farm plan.

Further concerns over chicken farm plan

West Lindsey District Councillors are calling for better public transport for young job seekers.

Council backs call to improve rural transport for young people

WLDC is holding a recruitment event.

Council to hold recruitment event for waste and recycling jobs

An impression of how the development will look, located near the police station on Boston Road, will be delivered through a partnership between North Kesteven District Council, Homes England and Lincolnshire County Council.

Extra care housing scheme moves a step closer

Get ready to enjoy the 158th Heckington Show at NKDC’s stand!

Celebrate the great outdoors at this year’s 158th Heckington Show

Greylees Engagement Network is among those who will benefit from the North Kesteven Community Lottery Grant Fund.

Range of community groups benefit from NK Community Lottery Grant Fund

Due for repairs - Grantham Road in Sleaford. Photo: LCC

Council seeks to clear up confusion over major road works in Sleaford
Major improvements are about to get underway on the B1517 Grantham Road in Sleaford, but some residents are fearing chaos and confusion due to the planned 10-we...

Boston Borough Council offices.

Residents invited to have their say on council tax support scheme in Boston

A community skip scheme. Image for illustration only.

Council to introduce 'community skips' in bid to combat fly-tipping in Boston

It is time to nominate and celebrate people who make a positive difference to lives and communities across North Kesteven through kind consideration and voluntary endeavour.

NK Community Champion Awards 2026 – call for nominations

North Kesteven residents Charles and Daniella McKinney are delighted with plans for a new Sleaford cinema Credit: LDRS

People praise ‘brilliant’ cinema plans for Sleaford

Lincs Digital tutor Rich (left) and volunteer Tony (right) run free digital drop-in sessions across East Lindsey

£20 million fund helping charity to deliver ‘vital’ digital skills

NKDC licensing officers will now wear body cameras when carrying our visits to premises to deter aggression and record evidence. Photo: NKDC

Body cams issued to council licensing officers after aggressive situations

West Lindsey District Council offices in Marshall's Yard, Gainsborough. Credit: LDRS

West Lindsey's dog clean-up rules set to be extended until 2029

West Lindsey District Council has launched a new policy to support communities in taking ownership or management of valued local buildings and land

New policy empowers communities to take on local buildings and land

The concept design illustrates what is planned by Savoy for the Money’s Yard site.

Cinema scheme confirmed for Sleaford

A public toilet facility in the district.

Council makes major £1millon investment in upgraded public toilets

Councillor Christine Collard is the new Chairman of North Kesteven District Council.

Former nurse elected as North Kesteven District Council chairman

Coun Danny Brookes at the new Wood Cycle site at Tattershall Household Waste Recycling Centre. Photo: LCC

Council launches wood recycling trial to help locals and community groups

Ward Councillors Owen Bierley and Angela Lawrence were delighted to share what makes them most proud of the area.

Council shines spotlight on Caistor and Yarborough Ward

Cllrs Avison, Leyland, Gray, Grist and Martin unveil a plaque at the Sir Joseph Banks Society

Future secured for Sir Joseph Banks Centre through £150,000 grants