Reg sadly passed away on the 1st of April 2024 aged 84 years. Beloved husband to Eileen, he will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A service will be held on Tuesday 7th May 2024, 2:30pm at Grantham Crematorium, Harrowby Road, Grantham, NG31 9DT A reception will follow at 4:00pm ast White […]
Closure Orders: Why police use them
Inspector Matt Dickinson explains the reasons and benefits behind imposing Closure Orders on premises. He said: “I wanted to take this opportunity to share that, naturally, we acknowledge there is always the risk of those acting in this way will open up elsewhere. However, what is perhaps not understood is that we can also extend […]
Share your views on local childcare
Lincolnshire families are being asked to complete a survey to help gauge demand for and availability of childcare places in the county. The council is working to ensure there are sufficient childcare places for working parents, parents studying/training, for children with special educational needs, and for children to access their funded entitlement. Although the authority […]
Tours of historic walled garden renovation and Bluebell Walk near Grantham
Harlaxton Manor is welcoming guests for its annual Bluebell Walk next month, alongside a special glimpse at the ‘once in a generation’ revamp of the estate’s historic Walled Garden. From Friday 3rd to Monday 6th May, guests will be able to explore an enchanting 45-minute walk through the woodlands of the historic estate, with a sea […]
Do we really need more shops at GHF?
Your chance to become a part-time firefighter
Lincolnshire’s vital team of On Call firefighters help protect lives and property Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue need more firefighters! The majority of our fire stations rely on On Call firefighters who work shifts around other commitments – it’s a flexible role with incredible job satisfaction. For some people, it’s been their dream since childhood, but […]
Telegraph brings Grantham into the modern world
Well known local lads before they grew up
Curtain fall on Grantham dance troupe
After 12 years based in Grantham,, the time has come for Chantry Dance to announce its closure. Chantry’s co-Artistic Directors Rae and Paul are relocating to Germany, and offer huge congratulations to Paul who will be taking a full-time position in dance education there. Rae will continue with her choreographic and performance work on an […]
Majority of children get their first-choice primary school
The vast majority of children (99%) have been offered a place at one of their preferred primary schools this year. There are around 6,781 children needing a primary school place this year, and 6,490 (95.70%) will receive their first preference school. This is similar to last year’s impressive 95.23% and 2022’s 95.75%. A further 217 […]
Harlaxton Manor hosts two consecutive days of events and opportunities for local businesses
Harlaxton Manor, a premium British country estate and college dedicated to fostering community engagement and diversity, is joining forces with leading marketing and events company Globella to host two consecutive days of opportunities for local businesses across Lincolnshire. The first event, the Lincolnshire Hospitality Trade Show, slated for Wednesday 15 May 2024,promises to be a […]
An insult to a precious Grantham building
Grantham area planning applications
Registered between 8 – 12 April 2024 S24/0106 Grantham Submission of details reserved by conditions 5 (surface and foul drainage) and 6 (construction management plan) of S20/2062 – Outline application for up to 9 dwellings (with all matters reserved) at Walled Garden Westbourne Place Grantham NG31 7DH; Applicant: Mr Shane Warman Build It Leicester Ltd […]
Builder to host Part Exchange weekend at popular Corby Glen development
Regional housebuilder Allison Homes East is hosting a Part Exchange weekend at its popular The Orchards development in Corby Glen, Lincolnshire. The Orchards development The Orchards is an elegant development comprised of 66 two, three and four bedroom homes in the attractive village of Corby Glen and is surrounded by open countryside. Since its launch, […]
Ducklings stoned to death
Lincolnshire Police have received a report of mallard ducklings being killed at the Shiregate duck pond in Metheringham, near Sleaford, possibly by teenagers throwing stones at them. Not only is this cruel and upsetting for families who enjoy seeing them, it is also illegal. Section 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act provides protection for […]
Grantham murder trial begins after man’s death
Inside the Manor
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A big day for Grantham Brownies
Sally Ann Bond
Mrs Sally Ann Bond sadly passed away on the 31st of March 2024 aged 72 years. Beloved wife to Derek, She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.Service A service will be held on Wednesday 17th April 2024, 3:30pm Grantham Crematorium, Harrowby Road, Grantham, NG31 9DT This will be followed by a […]