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An Azuma train has hit an obstruction on the line at Grantham railway station.

Consequently, trains between Grantham and Doncaster may be delayed by up to 30 minutes. This issue mainly affects services travelling northbound.

Grand Central services are not affected by this incident.

InvestSK, South Kesteven’s economic growth and regeneration company, has appointed Mary Powell as Interim Lead for Visitor Economy. Mary, who joins on secondment from Lincolnshire County Council, will provide the strategic framework to drive South Kesteven’s tourism sector recovery following the impact of Covid-19.

Leading InvestSK’s visitor economy team, Discover South Kesteven, Mary’s primary focus will be to set out a way forward to support the district’s tourism and hospitality sector to reopen and recover, while planning a refreshed marketing approach to encourage visitors back to the district for day trips, weekends and holidays.

Steve Bowyer, CEO of InvestSK, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Mary to the team. InvestSK has done some great work to drive the visitor economy in recent years and, through its ‘Discover South Kesteven’ brand, has set strong foundations to support the sector to recover from the impact of Covid-19. I know Mary will provide additional energy, knowledge and strategic guidance to make our long-term ambitions a reality.”

Cllr Rosemary Trollope-Bellew, South Kesteven District Council’s cabinet member for culture and visitor economy, said: “Having worked extensively in tourism across Lincolnshire, Mary brings a wealth of experience to South Kesteven and we’re thrilled to have her on board.

“Tourism is a major sector in the county, and incredibly important to South Kesteven’s own economy, so we need a focused approach to drive its recovery. Our first priority is to support local businesses and attractions to reopen safely, but then we need to look to the future, and Mary’s input will be vital for that.”

Speaking of her appointment, Mary said: “South Kesteven has such an extensive and unique proposition – historic market towns, beautiful countryside, rich heritage and an active arts and culture scene. Combined with such fantastic connectivity, it’s the perfect place to explore and holiday – as a resident or a visitor. I’m excited to be joining InvestSK to play my part in promoting the district.

“As well as supporting businesses through recovery, we’ve also got an eye on the exciting opportunities for growing South Kesteven’s visitor economy, like securing a Government tourism sector deal for Lincolnshire which will deliver vast benefits to South Kesteven through greater collaboration and essential funding.”

Originally training as an urban planner, Mary starting her tourism career at Derbyshire Dales District Council before joining Lincolnshire County Council as Tourism Manager in 1991. She has secured tens of millions of pounds in external funding for initiatives to promote the county and its visitor attractions and successfully managed the £22 million restoration of Lincoln Castle over a ten year period.

In 2006, Mary was awarded an MBE for services to tourism.

Parking charges suspended by South Kesteven District Council to support key workers at the height of the Coronavirus pandemic are to be reinstated in council-run car parks from Saturday.

SKDC temporarily suspended charges at the end of March as part of its response to the pandemic. The decision was reviewed at the start of June when free parking was extended to July 31 to cover the first phase of the re-opening of town centres.

The Cabinet Member for Commercial and Operations, Cllr Dr Peter Moseley, said: “The suspension of parking charges was a temporary measure and we have ensured it remained in place while the outbreak was at its peak. During that time the car parks have mainly been used by key workers and those having to make essential journeys.

“Parking charges are an important revenue stream that help pay for essential services provided by SKDC and, with lockdown restrictions easing, the time is right for them to be reintroduced.”

The charges will be back at car parks in Grantham at Welham Street, Guildhall Street, Watergate, Wharf Road, and Conduit Lane, and in Stamford at North Street, Bath Row, St Leonards Street, Scotgate, Wharf Road and Cattle Market.

Cllr Dr Moseley said drivers should continue to follow social distancing guidelines and consider others when getting in and out of their vehicles.

He said: “Public health remains a top priority and anyone using the pay and display machines should also remember to apply hand sanitiser as a precaution after they have done so. There is also the option of paying by mobile phone, details of which are on the ticket machines.”

The Lincolnshire Sport & Physical Activity Awards 2020 have launched today.

The annual awards, organised by Active Lincolnshire, are ordinarily a chance to celebrate Sport and Physical Activity successes across Lincolnshire, recognising excellence in competition, personal achievements and positive life changes. For 2020, in response to the unprecedented impact Covid-19 has had on everyday life, the theme of the awards will be a community celebration. The awards will highlight and say thank you to some of the incredible people, groups and organisations who have stepped up and proactively responded to the situation, helping the people of Lincolnshire to keep active and healthy throughout these difficult times.

Nominations for the awards are open between now and 30 August.

There are thirteen award categories for 2020, 11 of which are open to pubic nomination:

• Active Community Award                          
• Contribution to Sport & Physical Activity Award
• Volunteer Commitment Award                
• Inspirational Sportsperson Award                         
• Workplace Wellbeing Award     
• Fundraising Award                        
• Active Change Award    
• Active Club Award
• Active School Award     
• Social Media Influencer               
• Community Champion Award   
• Local Authority Recognition Award (not open for public nomination)    
• Key Worker Thank you  (not open for public nomination)

Donna Sutton from Active Lincolnshire commented:

“Although lockdown and social distancing meant that sporting and physical activity events, clubs and sessions were unable to take place in the same way this year we know that many individuals and organisations in Lincolnshire have leapt into action to inspire, motivate and encourage people to stay or start being active, whether that was virtually or in a socially distanced context.

Sports Clubs, volunteers and individuals have also been giving up their own time to support the most vulnerable in their local communities, as well as fundraise through physical challenges. We felt it was important to recognise these endeavours and say thank you to the unsung heroes of the sport and physical activity sector who have had such a positive impact on people’s health and wellbeing during this challenging time.”

A virtual awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 12^th November 2020. 

To nominate an individual, club or organisation for an award please visit www.activelincsawards.com

Police are advising farmers and NFU members to check their security measures following a number of reports of criminal damage and burglaries.

Since March this year they have received a number of reports of incidents across the county including:

• Ducks released from an outbuilding on to a field
• Graffiti to a village butchers shop
• An unknown male in chicken sheds at a rural farm
• Damage and graffiti to sheds and equipment at another rural farm
• A burglary at a different rural farm
• Sheep slaughtered in field, including two set on fire alive

Lincolnshire Police, working in partnership with the NFU, are advising farmers to take extra precaution and ensure they have security measures in place.

Chief Inspector Phil Vickers said: “We are investigating all possible lines of enquiry to find out who was involved in these incidents.

“In the meantime, I would like to advise all farmers to check their security measures such as outside lighting, CCTV and to carry out physical checks of their outbuildings, particularly overnight, and to report any suspicious activity.”

The NFU’s Rhonda Thompson and Danny O’Shea work closely with Lincolnshire Police and are asking farmers to follow the force’s advice.

“Our partnership with Lincolnshire Police works really well, and we would encourage NFU members to follow these wise precautions to help keep the number of incidents to a minimum,” said Rhonda.

“As we get into the 2020 harvest, I would also ask our members to make sure that all farm machinery is secured and that keys are kept in a safe place, like a key safe. 

“Harvest is a particularly vulnerable time for farmers – and criminals are all too aware of how to take advantage.”

For further advice please visit https://www.lincs.police.uk/reporting-advice/wildlife-and-rural-crime/farm-theft/

To report a non-urgent crime call 101, or 999 in an emergency.

Check which chain restaurants have registered for the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme.

27 results found

1. Shiva shakti company limited – 1 Wharf Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BA
2. CM Restaurants (Holdings) Ltd – McDonalds , Bridge End Road, Lincs, NG31 7ES
3. Finkins – 20a High Street, 15-16 Finkin Street, Lincolnshire, NG31 6QZ
4. Tinel Ltd – 14 Wharf Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BA
5. Teaspoon tea company – 19 High Street, Lincolnshire, NG31 6PN
6. KATANA JAPANESE CUISINE,GRANTHAM – UNIT 1 GEORGE SHOPPING CENTRE, GUILDHALL STREET, LINCOLNSHIRE, NG31 6NJ
7. Kings Walk Cafe – 2-3, Kings Walk, Lincolnshire, NG31 6NL
8. Knightingales – 4 Guildhall Court, Guildhall Street, Lincolnshire, NG31 6NJ
9. The Leaf Restaurant – 15 Westgate, Lincolnshire, NG31 6LT
10. The Black Dog, 19 Watergate, Lincolnshire , NG31 6NS
11. Conduit Tea Gardens Ltd 3, Market Place, NG31 6LQ
12. Eden Wine Bar – 6 Market Place, Lincolnshire, NG31 6LJ
13. Angelos coffee – Westgate House, 30 Westgate, Lincolnshire, NG31 6LX
14. Kitchen and Coffee – 77 Westgate, Lincolnshire, NG31 6LA
15. Grantham Bowl – Grantham Bowl, Dysart Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7LE
16. Fun Farm Grantham – Fun Farm, Dysart Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7LE
17. BURGER KING-Grantham – Unit B, Harlaxton Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7SA
18. KFC, Harlaxton Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7SA
19. Belton Garden Centre – Cafe, Belton Garden Centre, Grantham Road, Lincolnshire, NG32 2LN
20. Syston Park Farm Shop Ltd – Syston Park, Lincolnshire, NG32 2BZ
21. BB’s Coffee Shop c/o Boundary Mills Stores, Gonerby Moor, A1, Lincolnshire, NG32 2AB
22. Downtown Grantham Restaurant – A1 Gonerby Moor, Lincolnshire, NG32 2AB
23. Downtown Garden Centre – A1 Gonerby Moor, Lincolnshire, NG32 2AB
24. Crown & Anchor – Crown & Anchor, Main Street, Welby, Lincolnshire, NG32 3LP
25. The Stag – Church Street, Barkston, Lincolnshire, NG32 2NB
26. The Green Man – 24 High Street, Ropsley, Lincolnshire, NG33 4BE
27. The Olde Barn Hotel – Toll Bar Road, Marston, Lincolnshire, NG32 2HT

Despite the trials and tribulations of COVID-19, staff at Grantham College were adamant that the hard work of students would not go unnoticed.

Every year, the marketing team hosts a celebration evening to congratulate the award winners. Sponsors get on board, VIPs and guest speakers attend to motivate and inspire, and awards are presented with pride, however 2020 had other plans for us all. 

Students are nominated for by staff members for overcoming challenging times, for working particularly hard or for achieving even better things than they had hoped for at the start of the year.

This year saw Jack Godson take Student of the Year after being nominated by Head of Curriculum for Engineering, Theresa Cope. Theresa comments of Jacks achievements: “Jack has been an outstanding student throughout the year, producing work to the highest standard. He is always willing to help other students who need support and never misses a deadline.” 

Among students, three employers also take home awards for offering high quality placements and going above and beyond while working with the College and its students.

Moy Park won Business Development Employer of the Year, SourceCloud took home Industry Placement Provider of the Year and Engineering firm BGB Innovation were crowned winners of Work Experience Placement Provider of the Year.

Breeze Rowlands of BGB Innovation who worked closely with the students they took on for a work experience placement is thrilled with the award: “Placements allow BGB’s behaviours to shine, they are the foundation that underpin everything we do, this award demonstrates our value ‘in your shoes’ we are able to allow hands on engineering experience in a safe environment. We make their time onsite interesting & enjoyable, providing advice and inspiring the next generation. We are proud to be recognised for this.”

Employers have been presented with a certificate and a trophy to thank them for their contribution towards students’ futures. Student award winners have received a certificate and a Love2Shop voucher.

Principal & Chief Executive, Paul Deane has congratulated all award winners and thanked them for their hard work through particularly challenging times via a short video clip which can be found on the Grantham College website and social media channels.

Grantham College thanks Ruddocks for providing the printing and sincere thanks also go to all other sponsors: RAF Wittering, Anglian Water, LiNCHigher, Great Space Media Group and Bishop Grosseteste University.