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VIDEO: Emergency exercise named after victim of Grantham rail crash in 1906 video
Exercise Georgiana tested the responsiveness of the emergency services this week when volunteers played ‘survivors’ of a rail crash in Claypole and of a tanker crash into the school on Tuesday.
Grantham Journal letter: Politicians in need of a wake-up call
I would like to respond to recent comments made by Nick Boles and Richard Davies regarding jobs and other matters.
Paramedic visits nursery with ambulance in Gonerby Hill Foot
A paramedic visited the children at a nursery to give them a close-up look at an ambulance.
Claypole Village Hall becomes ‘survivor reception centre’ for Exercise Georgiana video
Exercise Georgiana got under way on Tuesday in Claypole to test the emergency services in a crisis situation.
Grantham Journal letter: Council does not deserve this criticism
I would like to respond to Peter Clawson’s letter (Journal, May 17) about Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) not doing enough for Grantham Museum, as it is unfortunately wildly inaccurate.
Share your ideas for boosting Grantham Carnival at meeting
Interested in breathing a bit of fresh air into Grantham Carnival? Want to make your views known?
Grantham court: Man refused to give breath test
Police officers pulled over a man driving erratically in Watergate, Grantham, on suspicion of drink-driving.
Grantham court: Lorry driver pepper sprayed
A lorry driver and grandfather of 14 told magistrates “I was a prat” after he was pepper sprayed by police and arrested in Grantham town centre.
Grantham court: Bail conditions were not broken
A man successfully argued he had not breached his bail conditions when he appeared in court on Monday.
Volunteers get stuck into their roles as ‘survivors’ in Exercise Georgiana video
Exercise Georgiana ‘survivors’ were all given a story to tell and many of them threw themselves into their roles at Claypole Village Hall, which served as the ‘survivor reception centre’, on Tuesday.
Golden couple’s marriage has the royal touch video
An Ingoldsby couple who lived opposite each other when they were children celebrate their golden wedding on Saturday, May 25.
Grantham court: 90-year-old faces historic sexual offences charges
Three men, one aged 90, appeared before magistrates charged with historic sexual offences in Grantham.
Grantham court: Card allegation
A woman accused of stealing from elderly and vulnerable people was remanded in custody until her next court appearance on May 31.
Traditional entertainment enjoyed by youngsters at Grantham Market video
Good old-fashioned entertainment in the form of a puppet show kept youngsters amused on Saturday during the ‘Love Your Market’ event in Grantham.
Moy Park backs Grantham Journal campaign
A real team effort is behind an upcoming charity auction to raise money for the Journal Children’s Fund: Christmas Cracker Appeal.
Volunteers ‘survive’ train crash in Exercise Georgiana video
Exercise Georgiana got under way in Claypole on Tuesday morning with dozens of volunteers acting as survivors of a derailed train.
Flight Sergeant visits Barrowby
A special visitor called in to speak to children at Barrowby Primary School, weeks before his next deployment to Afghanistan.
Fears for the future of our justice system
Solicitors across the country are in uproar over Government plans to make radical changes to Legal Aid in the United Kingdom.
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Grantham Journal Cartoon: Tony Hook
Korea veteran Tony Hook may be a familiar face to Journal readers for any number of reasons.
Mother’s plea for the return of items stolen from Grantham home
A disabled teenager is devastated by the theft of treasured items from her home.
3 commentsGrantham road to close for resurfacing works
Resurfacing work will take place next week in Stonebridge Road, Grantham, to repair the hole-ridden surface.
1 commentWOOLWICH ATTACK: Reports of Met Police searching an address in Lincolnshire
The Metropolitan Police is believed to have executed a search warrant at an address in Lincolnshire following yesterday’s attack in Woolwich, London.
Marie Curie nurses have a sad but very rewarding job
A dedicated and passionate team is on hand to help palliative care patients in their last year of life.
Ambulance service fined £3.5 million after missing targets
East Midlands Ambulance Service has been fined £3.5 million after missing key response time targets for patients with life-threatening injuries.
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Grantham cadets attend unveiling of Dam Busters memorial
Cadets from Grantham’s 47F Squadron were invited to play a part in a special day for the people of Woodhall Spa at the weekend.
Grantham Journal columnist: Jacob Stuart
I’m eager to see how Reel Cinema’s recent bid to sell alcohol works out. In the right atmosphere being able to enjoy an alcoholic drink alongside the newest blockbuster is a great experience.
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VIDEO: Staff from HSBC in Grantham to ride for Macmillan video
Four members of staff from the Grantham branch of HSBC will be cycling 230 miles in three days next month to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Grantham student Maddie visits Japan after mad dash for passport
A pupil at KGGS almost missed out on the trip of a lifetime to Japan when she lost her passport.
Morning Traffic: Crash in Harlaxton Road and cattle in the road
Minor injuries have been reported following a crash in Halraxton Road at the junction with Walton Girls’ School.
Baggy clothes bagged up by brilliant Grantham slimmers
Slimmers in Grantham are bagging up their too-big clothes for a good cause.
Video: Grantham Carnival Princess 2013 competition video
More action from the Carnival Princess competition, held on Saturday at the Grantham College Refectory.
Video: Preparations ahead of the Grantham Carnival Princess 2013 competition video
The crowd and crew prepares for the start of this year’s Carnival Princess comepetition.
Video: Judges hear from more Grantham Carnival Princess hopefuls video
Judges in this year’s Grantham Carnival Princess competition were 2012 winner Casey Cant, Unveiled by Leanne proprietor Leanne Docherty and Journal deputy editor Marie Baker.
Video: Carnival Princess 2013 competition video
The first batch of princess hopefuls take to the stage to talk about their hobbies and interests.
Video: Chelsea Johnston takes to the stage in the Grantham Carnival Princess 2013 competition video
Carnival Princess hopeful Chelsea Johnston, 12, talks about her dream to become a neo-natal nurse.
Train crash exercise under way in Claypole video
Exercise Georgiana got under way in Claypole this morning with dozens of volunteers acting as survivors of a derailed train which then crashed into a school.
1 commentMotorist dies following crash in Grantham
A motorist involved in a one-car crash in Grantham yesterday (Monday) has died.
Grantham court: Man who took Audi had never passed his test
A man who has never passed a driving test took a car without the owner’s consent before being pulled over by the police in Harlaxton Road in Grantham.
Grantham court: Assault case goes to trial
A man accused of carrying out an assault in London Road in Grantham faces a trial at Lincoln Crown Court.
Grantham court: Assault on police officer as he tried to break up brawl
A police officer was assaulted in the town centre after attempting to stop a brawl.
Grantham court: Woman stole from Boyes and B&M Bargains and Boyes
A woman committed two shop thefts, one whilst on bail.
Slideshow: All the action from the Carnival Princess 2013 competition video
Here is a selection of photos taken at this year’s Grantham Carnival Princess competition.
Grantham’s 2013 Carnival Princess is...Antonia Towning!
Carnival Princess 2013 was announced on Saturday night amid loud cheering.
Grantham court: Teenager accused of lying
A teenager is accused of perverting the course of justice after allegedly giving his twin brother’s details when stopped by the police.
Grantham court: Wine thief hid bottle in his pants
Stealing wine worth £8 ended up costing a man £95 at court.
TV star O’Grady meets staff at Pedigree in Waltham
TV personality Paul O’Grady visited Mars Petcare in Waltham-on-the-Wolds, the home of Pedigree, to meet workers as part of a new campaign.
Good news follows bad for Grantham councillor Ray Wootten
Councillor Ray Wootten was elected chairman of Lincolnshire County Council on Friday.
2 commentsGrantham court: Man must pay officer £75 after spitting on his face
A man who kicked a police officer before spitting in his face was ordered to pay compensation of £75 to the victim.
- Ambulance service fined £3.5 million after missing targets
- Grantham Journal Picture of the Week
- Mother’s plea for the return of items stolen from Grantham home
- Grantham Journal Letter: ‘Poor political performance triggers cynicism’
- EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lincolnshire Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Hardwick says he has no intention of resigning and has a good relationship with Neil Rhodes
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