
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%
National Grid declines council information request
The company continues to hide detailed costings on cabling, as concern grows amongst residents about the impact of big infrastructure proposals.
Register your appliance to prevent electrical fires
The fire service in Lincolnshire are reminding residents that registering their household appliances means they won’t miss out on important safety information.
Footway extension planned for Wood Lane in Louth
A new section of footway will be built on Wood Lane near St Bernard’s School in Louth.
Have your say: SEND hubs in schools
Parents are being invited to help shape the first special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) hubs in primary and secondary schools across Lincolnshire.
Avian flu in East Lindsey
A case of avian influenza (bird flu) H5N1 has been confirmed in poultry at premises near Mablethorpe in East Lindsey. Other cases have also been confirmed near Alford and Skegness.
Lincolnshire man jailed for defrauding customers
Lincolnshire Trading Standards has successfully prosecuted a local man who took money for home improvements but provided customers with nothing in return.
Devolution and local government reorganisation in Lincolnshire
The leaders of Lincolnshire County, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire councils have responded to a government call for local government reorganisation (LGR).
Old Roman Bank improvements pass their midway point
Works to improve Old Roman Bank, between Sandilands and Chapel St Leonards, are more than halfway complete.
New government proposals could ‘punish’ councils keeping council tax low
Because of its low council tax rates, Lincolnshire could potentially receive less funding for council services in future under new government proposals.
Dog rescue avoids a ‘hole’ lot of trouble
A crew from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue have been thanked following a late night dog rescue.