The most difficult to pronounce place names in the East Midlands, revealed by a language expert
From Towcester to Belvoir – it’s safe to say there are several difficult-to-pronounce towns and cities across the East Midlands. Not only that, the region is also home to various streets, villages, and rivers that even locals might have…
Don’t get caught out by new parking laws
Motorists are being urged to prepare for changes to parking laws which could leave them with a £100 fine and a towed vehicle. Car Insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have warned motorists a law could soon be introduced making it illegal to park…
Help needed for St John’s Community Fridge.
Mike says, We’re getting closer, and we’re hoping to be able to open our doors on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, at a time to suit our volunteers.So we need some volunteers!We will need people to help prepare the room (more…
Calls for mandatory first aid training for UK drivers
Motoring experts are calling for mandatory first aid training for all drivers so they know how to help in the event of a road accident. The team at LeaseCar.uk are calling for the government to make first aid training compulsory when getting…
Seven gross signs your hotel room is infested with bedbugs
Travellers are being told of seven warning signs which indicate their hotel rooms are filled with unwanted creepy crawlies. The experts at Online-Bedrooms have shared tell-tale signs that suggest a room is harbouring nasty bed bugs. These tiny creatures can often be…
EV road tax warning – How much will I be paying?
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers have been urged to understand the extra road tax charges they’ll soon have to pay. EV insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have cleared up the confusion over how much the new Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) charges will be from…
Toilet etiquette around the world
Tourists have been urged to brush up on toilet etiquette around the world before jetting off on holiday. The luxury bathroom experts at Posh.co.uk have revealed six destinations where travellers may have to pay to use the bathroom and avoid flushing toilet…
Make It mandatory for councils to check microchips of deceased pets found on roads
59,007 have signed Maya Nessa’s petition. Let’s get to 75,000! Maya Nessa says… I am writing this petition out of personal grief and a sense of responsibility towards all pet owners in our country. I recently lost my beloved cat, who…
Plant it on This Earth Day
Monday 22nd April is Earth Day. This Earth Day, Ed is encouraging people to plant wildflowers not only to offset their own carbon usage, but to ‘plant it forward’ and offset their neighbour’s, friend’s or client’s. How? Why? If you really…
Do you remember this Grantham MP?
Ephraim Hardcastle in today’s Daily Mail says…. No related posts.
Vandals continue dumping spree in Witham
Grantham Rivercare says… We were made aware yesterday of a wooden table wedged on the Sedgwick Meadows weir, this has since shifted off and it will be retrieved on Saturday by our river based team on Saturday. And following that…
Do we really need more shops at GHF?
Nik says… Please take a moment to look at this. Vaculug have put in a planning application to build units on their overflow carpark, one of which is a convenience store. There is a local shop just doors away. This…
An insult to a precious Grantham building
Ed says… This beautiful building not only dates back more than 300 years, but was occupied by a friend of Isaac Newton who was deserving of a blue plaque. So how come its windows are allowed to be desicrated in…
No joke having my eggs smashed!
Janet says… Who is the little horror who took the eggs that I put out for sale in Ropsley and smashed them? Doesn’t seem to be a cost of living crisis round here. Good parents have nice children, they know…
Church graveyard needs to be tidied up!
Margaret says… I’ve just been to Manthorpe Church to take flowers to my Mum and Dad’s grave. it’s a terrible mess! I do think the people in charge could get it sorted out, I have complained before all the money…
Vandalism in Dudley Road area
Daniella says… Did anyone on Dudley Road witness any vandalism last night? Someone has smashed the front window of my car overnight Did anyone on Dudley Road witness any vandalism last night? Someone has smashed the front window of my…
Millions of drivers are at risk as hay fever season arrives early
Millions of drivers are at risk of an unlimited fine and driving ban for taking over-the-counter hay fever medication. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk are warning drivers to be aware of the side effects of taking medication to ease allergy symptoms before getting…
Why leave this mess?
Sharon Maklowicz says Hi , I was walking in Wide westgate today when I saw these barriers , signs and sand bags leaning against this tree . They don’t seem to be doing anything worthwhile so was wondering if anyone…
Renewed and refreshed in the county
New-look day-services in Lincolnshire are providing improved opportunities for a wide range of people. Day services across the county are being transformed thanks to a range of key improvements and new facilities. The significant refurbishments are helping Lincolnshire County Council’s…
Zoo within an hours ride from Grantham ranks among UK’s top 10
The experts at Outdoor Toys have analysed admission prices, reviews, search volumes and number of available species for zoos across the country to reveal which are the best. You can find the research in full here: https://www.outdoortoys.com/blogs/campaigns/uk-zoo-index The 10 best UK…
Should you convert your High St Estate Agency into a Self Employed Brokerage Model?
The landscape of the estate agency sector is undergoing significant transformation, with the traditional model being challenged by the emerging self-employed model. This report delves into the advantages and disadvantages of both models, offering estate agency bosses insights into how…
Drivers face £2500 fines from AI camera rollout
Motorists are being warned of the impact of new technology on the roads, as UK police forces trial artificial intelligence motoring cameras. Motoring experts at Absolute Reg are warning drivers they could be fined £2500 if caught out by the new AI…
Barking Parking
Jon says… Inconsiderate parking – Barrowby Lodge – Yet again an inability to park partially blocks the path. No related posts.
Lightweight wheelie bins can’t cope with wind!
Stella says… Has anyone found a solution to stop the full purple-top bins from blowing over? Mine was full to the top and blew over yesterday morning. I am disabled and had to go collecting it all up from down…
Stop ruining our grass verges with lazy parking
Long Bennington Parish Council PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON OUR GRASS VERGES Can motorists/residents please refrain from parking on our grass verges. Many of the local verges are being damaged due to the exceptionally wet conditions. The Highways Act 1980…
Calls for mandatory first aid training for UK drivers
Motoring experts are calling for mandatory first aid training for all drivers so they know how to help in the event of a road accident. The team at LeaseCar.uk are calling for the government to make first aid training compulsory when getting…
Don’t get caught out by new parking laws
Motorists are being urged to prepare for changes to parking laws which could leave them with a £100 fine and a towed vehicle. Car Insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have warned motorists a law could soon be introduced making it illegal to park…
Five bad driving habits ruining vehicles
Motorists have been warned to quit five bad driving habits which could be ruining their vehicles. Experts at Absolute Reg have named the common mistakes drivers are making which are causing further damage to their cars. OPII Credit: Pixabay Attaching heavy keyrings…
Windscreen warning: Remove these items from your car
Drivers have been warned items which can obscure their view of the road, such as air fresheners and phone holders, could land them with a fine – or cause an accident. Motoring experts at Absolute Reg have named five things drivers…
Hall’s Hill by Don Holmes
On Hall’s Hill let me lieSpread ashes when I dieSo I can smell the gorse(And feel the rain of course)With luck I’ll sense you thereThat magic place was whereWe spent our younger daysIn heady summer hazeWe marvelled at the sceneThose…
Whatever happened to Grantham High Street
Eric says… What happened to all the ambitious plans of this district council. Walked down High street from the Angel and Royal. First stop: Halifax Bank – branch closed Isaac Newton pub – closed due to change of management. Charity…
Latest addition to River Witham
Liz says…. Well of all the random things thrown in the river this takes first prize , anyone lost a car ,? No related posts.
Who’s stolen my poor mum’s garden seats?
Lisa says… My poor mum who lives at Great Northern Court in Grantham, had her garden table and chairs stolen last night! She has been through a lot in the last 3 1/2 years, losing my Dad, her own cancer…