Huge spike in demand for lease electric cars, says company
Sales of used pure electric cars have reached a record high. New figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) say 14,586 used battery electric cars were sold between January and March. It is more than double the…
Bad behaviour in town centre this morning
Karen says… Drunk and very loud teenagers out rampaging along Church Street at 1:30am. Smashed loads of bottles all over the road and woke loads of people up. Feel really sorry for the residents in Kings Court Nursing home. Disrespectful…
Tree in Winter Chill by Don Holmes
Don Holmes says….Wrote this at a recent poetry meeting and we had to imagine the view of life from our favourite tree. So I chose the one that used to stand in Wyndham Park. TREE IN WINTER CHILL March, and…
Almost half of drivers rely on a Sat Nav when driving somewhere new
New research reveals that almost half of drivers (40%) rely on using a Sat Nav when driving somewhere new Almost one in four of 25-34 year olds (22%) use their Sat Nav every time they drive. Whereas, 55-64 year olds…
These are officially the top 10 dating turn-offs according to Brits
thortful reveals Brits’ biggest dating turn-offs to determine the factors that really make us cringe Bad personal hygiene is the UK’s most common turn-off, with being too arrogant coming in second Mullets and speedos are among the common turn-offs Have…
I wouldn’t like to come back to this…
Simon Vessey says, Sainsburys car park this morning wouldn’t like to come back to this… Recent posts: No related posts.
Calling all gym owners
Karen says, There is a thriving Ukrainian community now living in Grantham and the ladies have said it would be really helpful to have access to a gym for their mental health. Gyms in other local towns have given 6…
Don’t let hay fever get you down
Hay fever is the most common seasonal allergy, affecting one in five of us at some point in our lives, and the symptoms can make life very difficult for sufferers. It can come and go at any time in life…
Don’t leave dogs unattended in cars. Full stop
Motorists are being urged to avoid leaving their beloved pet dogs on their own in cars for any amount of time – regardless of the weather. The experts at LeaseCar.uk and its sister site LeaseElectricCar.co.uk have been exploring the changing internal temperatures of a car with…
What’s occurring at the old Pizza Hut?
Has work started on Taco Bell?! Photos: RS Mortiss Recent posts: No related posts.
What to do when you spot a trolley
Grantham Rivercare says… Whilst out doing the monthly Fresh Water Watch test on the Mowbeck, we spotted a shopping trolley on the other side of the bridge in the water. Unfortunately we weren’t armed with our rope and grappling hook,…
‘If you don’t like it, just walk past’: Grantham reacts as new 20ft Iron Lady statue looms over town
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Has anyone seen these stolen bikes?
Sally Martin says…. This is the bike stolen yesterday evening from Wyndham Park. Has anyone seen it or have any information We have now found the culprit along with the bike. Thanks… Sally Carly Loren Whitbread says … Recent posts:…
Disgusting behaviour in the park
Richard says… It was all kicking off down the park, yesterday evening. Guys spitting on young girls, and then while screaming his innocence he spits at the girls’ Mom. DISGUSTING! What an end to a glorious day, here in Grantham.…
Can sleeping away from your partner improve your relationship?
With famous couples choosing to sleep in separate bedrooms, experts have revealed the positives of nodding off solo. The fitted bedroom experts at online-bedrooms.co.uk are exploring the benefits that some experience when sleeping alone. It follows soap star Helen Flannagan revealing she…
Why can’t they take their rubbish home???
Matthew says… Absolute state of Wyndham Park this morning, beer and cider everywhere. Why can’t people just tidy up after themselves?? Recent posts: No related posts.
Dog walkers warned of marauding mogies
Emma says… Take care if walking dogs in the Kedleston Road area . My dog has just been set upon by two cats. One jumped out of the hedge and went for him and then another cat ran to join…
Oh the joy of school pick-up time…
REGULAR DRIVER SAYS… Chaos as usual Down at Gonerby Hill Foot School. Parking on zig zags, pulling In and out when and where they like… Recent posts: No related posts.
So that’s what blocks the drains!
Joe says… Just two of the blocked drains at the bottom of Pennine Way, Grantham (yes there is a drain in the first photo). Any wonder our roads flood. SKDC can’t squirm out of their responsibility on this and blame…
Carers Trust responds to the Queen’s Speech
The Government today laid out its legislative programme for the coming year in the Queen’s Speech. Responding to the Queen’s Speech and what it means for unpaid family carers, Carers Trust’s CEO, Kirsty McHugh, said: “The nation’s seven million unpaid…
Why is council instagram following this lady?
Jay Emms says… I was doing some social media checks and just a query as if you’d know why the official LincolnshireCC Instagram page that only follows 180 odd people is following an erotic contortionist from London? I mean is…
Ellys Manor House (EMH) Great Ponton – Who protects the integrity of humanity and the arts
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Bluebells at Harlaxton
Bluebell weekend at Harlaxton Manor. Pictures by Chris Lee Recent posts: No related posts.
Top tips to reduce work-related stress
822,000 Brits suffered from work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in 2020/21 2 This stress awareness month The Compensation Experts offer top tips on how to reduce stress and notice stress in others Over the past 12 months searches for ‘how to…
Women propose new wedding trend
An increase in women asking their partners to marry them has prompted one jeweller to offer engagement rings designed especially for men. Ingle & Rhode has launched a bespoke selection of Men’s Engagement Rings to help their female customers pop the question. …
How to combat hay fever in the garden this summer
With data showing hay fever affects 49% of people in the UK, experts urge sufferers to create an anti-allergy garden ahead of summer. Experts at GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk provide top tips for combatting those pesky symptoms in the garden this summer. Summer begins on June…
Traffic lights out of action
Colin says… Just to make people aware, the traffic lights at the KFC junction – Harlaxton Road -Trent Road – Springfield Road — are not wirking Recent posts: No related posts.
The terrible state of Grantham…
Maurice Perry says… The terrible state of this town, in Many areas is not a joke. Shopping on the High Street, George Centre, Morrisons Centre is almost non existent, and as for the Morrisons Centre!! don’t forget our great Market…
Stay alert for street party road closures
Motorists are being advised to take extra care while driving in UK cities, towns and villages and anticipate road closures for street parties during the forthcoming Platinum Jubilee weekend. The deadline for residents to inform their local council about wanting…
Top eight hacks to stop snoring
Britons sharing beds with a snorer have been given top tips to put an end to the bedroom based nuisance. The fitted bedroom experts at online-bedrooms.co.uk have put together their advice to mark National Stop Snoring Week. Among the tips are staying…
Does Lincolnshire need a motorway? Have your say on the future of roads in the county
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The Power of Parents
Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles all know that you can’t stop children having bumps and scrapes, but you can be their summer superhero by knowing how to come to their rescue. These seven tips can give you the super-powers you need…
What do you do when your child is unwell?
Parents and carers in Lincolnshire are being reminded to make sure they know how to deal with common childhood illnesses during the Easter break from school. Young children are more vulnerable to coughs, colds and infections because their immune system…
