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Coun Matthews at one of the new bus stops.

New shelters among several bus stop improvements in Lincolnshire

Plans for Springwell solar farm, near Metheringham. Credit: EDF Renewables UK and Luminous Energy

Councils lose bid to challenge Government approval of solar farm

Two Skegness villages have been chosen for £2.55 million in funding.

Two Skegness villages set to receive £2.55 million investment funding

NKDC offices, Sleaford.

Council welcomes second chance at local government reorganisation

Local organisers of the film screening, from left - Tim Grigg, Christine Newitt and Clive Simpson.

Village to host climate ‘emergency briefing’ film

Mayor of Lincolnshire, Dame Andrea Jenkyns. Photo: LDRS

County’s mayor vows to fight for ‘stronger voice’ for residents' cuture

Prices at the pump have risen significantly in recent months. Photo: LDRS

County MPs call on Government to address rising fuel prices

Pictured from left: Councillors Craig Leyland, Leader of East Lindsey District Council, Dale Broughton, Leader of Boston Borough Council, Jackie Brockway, Leader of West Lindsey District Council and Nick Worth, Leader of South Holland District Council.

Four Lincolnshire councils to explore new partnership

An electricity sub station pylon stands next to a home in England. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Councils call for residents to 'Be Ready' for potential grid-down situations

Local government minister Jim McMahon. Photo: Jeff Moore/PA Wire

Pause on Lincolnshire councils reorganisation to gain ‘legal clarity’

Workhorse: the Ryichi wind-up radio is compact but could be a lifesaver

I tested this £29.99 emergency radio for power cuts

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Pilgrim Hospital in Boston. Could housing developers be asked to contribute to expanding parking facilties?

Calls for clearer rules to ensure healthcare infrastructure keeps up with growth

Coun Peter Bedford. Photo Boston Borough Council

Changes to the planning system branded 'detrimental' step by local leaders

Jeremy Clarkson speaking with MP Victoria Atkins at the Conservative party conference. Photo: Lewis Ilsley

Clarkson’s warning on farming shared by Louth and Horncastle MP

An elderly woman reads on a screen during a computer workshop. Image for illustration only. (Photo credit: GEORGES GOBET/AFP via Getty Images)

Free support sessions in Skegness will help people to grasp digital technology

Langrick Bridge. Photo Google Maps

More details wanted over costly bridge fix between Boston and Horncastle

County councillors joined residents outside Bicker Village Hall to announce the legal challenge. the solar farm would link up to the grid at a substation near Bicker. Photo: LCC

Lincolnshire County Council launches Judicial Review into solar farm decision

Plans for the Beacon Fen solar farm, from the project website. Credit: Low Carbon Ltd

MP calls on county council to seek judicial review of major energy park approval

Langrick Bridge. Photo Google Maps

123 year-old bridge could be replaced following concerns residents are 'taking t...

Many people in Skegness fear a 'tourism tax' would be bad for the town. Inset: Andrea Jenkyns (Getty).

Support in Skegness for Lincolnshire Mayor's decision to block 'tourism tax'

The first round of grants for Boston under the Pride in Place Programme have been announced.

More than £500,000 to be awarded to community projects in Boston

Mayor Of Lincolnshire, Dame Andrea Jenkyns. Photo Ldrs

Greater Lincolnshire Mayor stresses she won't introduce a tourism tax

West Lindsey District Council offices in Marshall's Yard, Gainsborough

Leaders label council shake-up ‘horrific waste of money’ after government u-turn

The embankment around an existing farm reservoir at Kirkby La Thorpe. Photo: Google Maps

Major event planned to boost water resources for farmers

Sleaford And North Hykeham MP, Dr Caroline Johnson. Photo Ldrs

Lincolnshire MP criticises plans for smaller version of new council

Lincolnshire County Council offices.

Council quizzes government over local authority reorganisation decision

The government has confirmed benefit payments are to be paid early this weekend - ahead of the August bank holiday.

The 11 benefits to be paid early this August bank holiday weekend

Plans for the Beacon Fen solar farm, from the project website. Credit: Low Carbon Ltd

Campaign group expresses deep concern following latest major solar farm approval

Plans for the Beacon Fen solar farm, from the project website. Credit: Low Carbon Ltd

Government gives green light to major solar farm near Sleaford

Richard Tice. Photo LDRS

MP warns extended Lincoln council could mean rural areas miss out on investment

There is no end on sight for the hosepipe ban in Lincolnshire

Anglian Water issues update on hosepipe ban as Lincolnshire sees rainfall

Organisations in Lincolnshire have welcomed new Government support to help farmers to build reservoirs on their land.

New measures to support Lincolnshire farmers to build reservoirs are welcomed

Scene from the Rosegarth Square redevelopment, (clockwise from top left) the demolition of the old B&M/Dunelm building, the construction of The Wave, the unveiling of the restored Five Lamps, and the construction of Rosegarth View.

Opening event to be held in Boston over multi-million pound transformation

Lincolnshire residents are opposed to the pylons plan.

Anger over 'insulting' plan to give homes near new pylons £250 off energy bills

An artist's impression of Boston College's proposed new facilities.

Multi-million pound plans to tranform construction facilities at Boston College

Young people's 16-17 railcards eligibility have now bee extended. Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images

More students to save from September as changes to 16-17 Saver Railcard come in

More than 2,400 residents and visitors have shared their views

Pride in Place consultation reveals what matters most to Gainsborough residents

The state-of-the-art facility will be purpose-built

Ad Feature AG&P Industrial launches new fabrication yard

The Guildhall in Gainsborough

Council leader 'disappointed' with government reorganisation

Steph McGovern will host the celebration in Cornwall

Ad Feature Steph McGovern hosts first Vocational Day

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Government's 11 emergency essentials every home should have
The Government is urging households to prepare for emergencies including power cuts, cyber attacks and extreme weather. We've taken the official emergency suppl...

The map for two unitary authorities in Lincolnshire.

Council leaders react to local government shake-up plan

Fydell House, in South Street, Boston, is reopening after a £2.3 refurbishment project.

'Grandest house in Boston' set to re-open with free tours after £2.3m revamp

The £18.6m campus building has been shortlisted for a construction project award.

Skegness College campus building is shortlisted for a top award

Boston Borough Council. Photo LDRS

£350k-plus of council reserves to go towards temporary and resettlement housing

MP Dr Caroline Johnson (centre) with local county and district councillor Marianne Overton and fellow solar farm campaigners outside Number 10 Downing Street. Photo supplied

Sleaford and North Hykeham MP and Solar Action Groups petition 10 Downing Street

Melanie Weatherley. Photo Shooting Star

'Significant change' needed to address social care challenges, health chiefs say

Masterplan for the proposed One Earth solar farm across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire

Government approves UK’s second largest solar farm in Bassetlaw

Gibraltar is entering a new chapter following the landmark UK-EU Treaty

Ad Feature Gibraltar announces residency scheme reforms

East Lindsey District Council. Photo LDRS

Council leaders ‘sad’ at having to specify who will be in resettlement home

Four in 10 blamed geopolitical factors for rising energy price

Nine in 10 Brits have no idea where their energy bill spend goes

Lincolnshire County Council's Health Scrutiny Committee has written to local MPs.

Council committee calls on MPs to back community pharmacies

Witham And Humber Drainage Boards. Photo Google Maps

Flooding organisation could face uncertain future under Government proposals

Anglian Water offices In Lincoln. Photo Google Maps

Water bosses can refuse to supply commercial projects if short on capacity

The University of Hong Kong secured the 11th spot in the latest QS World University Rankings

Ad Feature Hong Kong universities rank among the world's top 100