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VIDEO: Grantham cyclists help secure future of our spire video

Cyclists raised close to £7,000 for the St Wulfram’s Save Our Spire campaign at the weekend.

Grantham Journal Letter: ‘Poor political performance triggers cynicism’

Several of our elected councillors attribute the dismal turnout of 25 per cent at our recent county council elections to people being totally disillusioned with politics and politicians.

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Grantham Journal Letter: ‘

I wish Coun Richard Davies well in his quest to actually make the Lincolnshire Highways Authority do something about Gorse Lane lake and the pothole problems which have existed for over 11 years.

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DAM BUSTERS: ‘It’s humbling to live in such surroundings’ video

As the 70th anniversary of the Dam Busters raid is marked throughout the county and the country today, a quiet and often forgotten jewel in Grantham’s historical crown again falls under the microscope.

Grantham Journal Letter: ‘Not enough publicity for elections’

The disgracefully low turnout for the local elections is deplorable, but I do think that lack of publicity made its contribution.

Grantham Journal Letter: ‘Paddling pool should not be a priority’

I think it’s great that the council want to rebuild the paddling pool in Wyndham Park (Journal, May 3), but let’s get our priorities right.

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Sport rss

Lee Chappell

Two top weekends for Grantham Boxing Club

Grantham Amateur Boxing Club enjoyed a very successful weekend – with three consecutive victories – and has a show on in town tonight (Saturday).

Ollie Bitowt

SWIMMING: Ollie sits maths exam in Portugal before big race

King’s School head boy Ollie Bitowt is marking the start of his A-level exams with selection for Great Britain in the 10km Portuguese Open Water Championships this weekend.

Josh Brown. Photo: 233D

ATHLETICS: Grantham AC’s Josh will represent England at school Worlds video

Grantham Athletic Club teenager Josh Brown will represent England at the World Schools Championships in the Czech Republic next month.

Kesteven under-10 player of the season Harry Clough.

RUGBY: Kesteven under-10s finish second in RAF Cranwell tournament

Kesteven under-10s were among more than 150 players and 50 coaches from around Lincolnshire who descended on RAF College Cranwell for an activities weekend and mini rugby tournament.

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VIDEO: Grantham cyclists help secure future of our spire video

Cyclists raised close to £7,000 for the St Wulfram’s Save Our Spire campaign at the weekend.

Lifestyle rss

Grantham Reel wants to sell alcohol

Cinema-goers in Grantham could soon be drinking a beer or wine while watching a film.

Towers of Stone to rock Twyford pub

Classic rock covers band The Towers of Stone will play The Saddle Inn, Twyford, near Melton, on Saturday (May 18).

Caricature: Graham Wheat.

Caricature: Former Grantham Mayor Graham Wheat

Aviation enthusiast Graham Wheat served in the RAF for three decades, having overcome a bitter blow at the beginning of his career.

Bottesford studio hosts exhibition of John M Pooler paintings

The Elle Je Photography Studios and Gallery in Bottesford is presenting an exhibition of paintings by John M Pooler.

Students to put on Thatcher performance at Grantham Guildhall

A group of students are staging a free performance called ‘The Lady is not for Turning’ on Friday (May 17).

Village pre-school to celebrate 40th year with reunion

Colsterworth Methodist Pre-School will celebrate its 40th birthday in June with a family picnic to be held on the playing field at Colsterworth Sports and Social Club on Sunday, June 30, from noon until 2pm.

Community rss

Lincolnshire County Council defends paying chief executive more than the Prime Minister

Lincolnshire County Council has defended paying its chief executive more than the Prime Minister, saying “to attract and retain the best and brightest people we have to pay a suitable wage”.

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Police and crime commissioner Alan Hardwick

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lincolnshire Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Hardwick says he has no intention of resigning and has a good relationship with Neil Rhodes

Lincolnshire’s under-fire Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Hardwick has hit back at his critics and insisted he has no intention of resigning.

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VIDEO: RAF Regiment celebrate in Grantham video

More than 200 RAF Regiment veterans headed to Grantham – some from as far afield as Tasmania!

VIDE: Golfers gunning for Grantham Honda car video

Charity golfers taking part in the Rotary Club of Grantham Kesteven’s annual golf competition have the chance to win a new car. Grantham Honda has put up a Honda Jazz for anyone who can his a hole-in-one on the fourth hole at Belton Park.

Village pre-school to celebrate 40th year with reunion

Colsterworth Methodist Pre-School will celebrate its 40th birthday in June with a family picnic to be held on the playing field at Colsterworth Sports and Social Club on Sunday, June 30, from noon until 2pm.

The Princess Royal meets Colston Bassett Dairy manager Billy Kevan, left, and chairman John Wallwin.

Princess Royal visits Colston Bassett dairy as part of centenary celebrations

Colston Bassett Dairy received a visit from HRH The Princess Royal last week as part of its centenary celebrations.

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