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Chief warns of £57m deficit for underfunded force
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Chief warns of £57m deficit for underfunded force

The county’s police chief has warned that the force could face a £57 million deficit in the next three years if it continues "in its current guise".
Police arrest man after swift recovery of stolen caravan

Police arrest man after swift recovery of stolen caravan

A 41-year-old man has been charged following the theft of a caravan earlier this week.
Spare defibrillators sent to Ukraine

Spare defibrillators sent to Ukraine

A council is sending five defibrillators to Ukraine to help save lives.

Result of by-election for re-established town council
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Result of by-election for re-established town council

An independent councillor has been elected to a new Grantham Town Council.
Hospital turns 150

Hospital turns 150

The town’s hospital turns 150 next month.

Residents and traders scammed out of £17 million with fraud on the rise

Residents and traders scammed out of £17 million with fraud on the rise

Residents and traders scammed out of £17 million with fraud on the rise

Lincolnshire residents and businesses have lost £17 million to scams over the past 12 months as victims fall foul of a rise in fraud cases.

Annual variety concert returns

Annual variety concert returns

Annual variety concert returns

An annual variety concert returns soon.

‘To win such a big competition means the world to me’

‘To win such a big competition means the world to me’

‘To win such a big competition means the world to me’

A hairdresser is celebrating her recognition in a national awards ceremony.

Junction redesign submitted for major development as developer continues push to fill houses

Junction redesign submitted for major development as developer continues push to fill houses

Junction redesign submitted for major development as developer continues push to fill houses

Amended plans for a new A1 junction have been submitted as part of a major development.

U-turn over parking charges

U-turn over parking charges

U-turn over parking charges

Unpopular plans for evening and Sunday parking fees look likely to be dropped after a public outcry.

‘It is disappointing to see so many drivers commit these offences on the A1’

‘It is disappointing to see so many drivers commit these offences on the A1’
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‘It is disappointing to see so many drivers commit these offences on the A1’

A police officer says it is ‘disappointing’ to see drivers committing vehicle offences, after more than 30 vehicles were stopped on the A1.
Mobility centre relocates to larger store
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Mobility centre relocates to larger store

A mobility aid centre is moving to a larger, better-located store next week.
‘The studio opening has been everything I could have dreamed of’

‘The studio opening has been everything I could have dreamed of’

A new fitness studio opened in town earlier this week.
Market recovers with more stalls as plans for Town Team spark debate among councillors
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Market recovers with more stalls as plans for Town Team spark debate among councillors

Council leaders say a town centre is continuing a positive footfall trend despite a summer holiday dip while roadworks were happening in the area.
Government approves major shakeup which will bring new mayor and extra powers
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Government approves major shakeup which will bring new mayor and extra powers

The Government has officially approved a devolution deal for Greater Lincolnshire, paving the way for a major shake-up of the area's political scene.
Man arrested on suspicion of assault outside pub

Man arrested on suspicion of assault outside pub

A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault.
Larger restricted zone in place after ‘evidence’ of transmission of deadly bluetongue virus in the area

Larger restricted zone in place after ‘evidence’ of transmission of deadly bluetongue virus in the area

There is evidence of transmission of bluetongue virus in the area, authorities say.

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Levi loses out in historic bid to defend title after tense play-off

Levi loses out in historic bid to defend title after tense play-off

Sudbrook Moor golfer is edged out as two play-offs are needed after 36 regular holes.
Potter produces phenomenal performance for new personal best at Great North Run

Potter produces phenomenal performance for new personal best at Great North Run

Grantham runners defy the elements to set off towards the iconic Tyne Bridge with crowds of supporters ringing in their ears.
Bowler Jack strikes gold on his England debut

Bowler Jack strikes gold on his England debut

Bottesford ace was part of his country's team that triumphed in the European Championships.
Paul picks up runners-up spot in age category at Cleethorpes race

Paul picks up runners-up spot in age category at Cleethorpes race

Quartet of Grantham runners for coastal race have a combined age of more than 265 years.
Talented table tennis stars are top of the rankings

Talented table tennis stars are top of the rankings

Charles Read Academy pupils are the best in their age group in the country.
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Fireworks show, winter wonderland and festive shopping details revealed

Fireworks show, winter wonderland and festive shopping details revealed

The details have been revealed for an outlet shopping centre’s popular annual fireworks show - and its festive shopping and events.
Have the Showstoppers created a world of pure imagination?

Have the Showstoppers created a world of pure imagination?

Stamford Showstoppers are back in action portraying the story of young Charlie Bucket.
Annual variety concert returns

Annual variety concert returns

An annual variety concert returns soon.
A questionably old pub than makes this ‘young man’ feel welcome

A questionably old pub than makes this ‘young man’ feel welcome

Age is just a number. And my visit to the Royal Oak is proof.
Festive event looking for sellers to take part

Festive event looking for sellers to take part

A festive fundraiser will be taking place at a town’s historic venue to raise funds for a flower parade.
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Business

Fireworks show, winter wonderland and festive shopping details revealed

Fireworks show, winter wonderland and festive shopping details revealed

The details have been revealed for an outlet shopping centre’s popular annual fireworks show - and its festive shopping and events.
Town pub changes hands

Town pub changes hands

A couple and their daughter have pulled their final pints at a pub that changed hands this week.
Landlords plan pub extension

Landlords plan pub extension

Pub landlords are hoping to build an extension and gain approval for a seasonal outdoor canopy.
‘To win such a big competition means the world to me’

‘To win such a big competition means the world to me’

A hairdresser is celebrating her recognition in a national awards ceremony.
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Lifestyle

A questionably old pub than makes this ‘young man’ feel welcome

A questionably old pub than makes this ‘young man’ feel welcome

Age is just a number. And my visit to the Royal Oak is proof.
Did the coffee shop that is ‘town’s best kept secret’ live up to the hype?

Did the coffee shop that is ‘town’s best kept secret’ live up to the hype?

After my boyfriend joined me on a shopping trip, there was no better reward than trying out the coffee shop that is ‘the best kept secret’ in town.
‘A baby sleep coach helped us get our lives back, now I’ve become one’

‘A baby sleep coach helped us get our lives back, now I’ve become one’

A mum-of-three was so amazed how a sleep coach helped her family get their lives back that she decided to become one herself.
Can you guess what this mystery item is?

Can you guess what this mystery item is?

Last month's item from the Spalding Gentlemen's Society museum had you scratching your heads.
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