Plans to fix funding gaps rely on maximum council tax increases
The Government’s Fair Funding plans – currently under consultation – aim to recognise the challenges rural counties face, but could see councils get less grant funding if they don’t raise tax by 5%
New hedgerow planted at Sleaford nature reserve
Volunteers planted around 150m of new mixed native hedge at Mareham Pastures Nature Reserve on Sunday 8 January 2023.
Two sets of improvement works happening for Spalding
Nearly £250,000 is being spent to improve traffic flow for the town.
Ranby B1225 improvements set for late January
Works to rebuild sections of the B1225 in Ranby will start later this month.
A1111 improvements in Bilsby to start in February
Works to rebuild sections of the A1111 in Bilsby will start early next month.
Spalding Western Relief Road January update
New Spalding Road roundabout complete
Grantham Southern Relief Road January update
Phase two and three work continues.
Oakham, Bourne, and Holbeach will join Upp’s full-fibre network
Upp’s full-fibre broadband rollout is sweeping across the East of England and the East Midlands.
Protecting frontline services while balancing the books
The council again faces challenges in setting a balanced budget while maintaining the services residents rely on.
Grow your vinyl collection at museum’s first Record Fair
Pick up your favourite records on vinyl or rediscover some bygone classics at The Collection Museum’s Record Fair on Saturday 14 January.
Honour for Corby Glen firefighter dedicated to his community
A Lincolnshire firefighter has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year 2023 Honours list.