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100km water pipeline to be installed

A 100km pipeline, starting from Grantham, is to be installed to stop areas running out of water.

Targets for the UK to be carbon neutral by 2050 will slip, says chief

An environment chief has said 2050 targets for the UK to be carbon neutral will slip as energy demands rise.

Drought declared after driest summer in 50 years

A drought has been declared for parts of England following the driest summer for 50 years which has deprived some areas of rainfall all summer.

Why haven’t we got a hosepipe ban in Grantham despite drought conditions?

Four water companies in England have now announced a hosepipe ban, so why hasn't Anglian Water?

Fly-tippers dump large piles of rubbish on road

Piles of rubbish have been left near a road in Barkston.

Why grey water can save your garden and 8 other water saving tips

With drought-like conditions across the county, here's 9 ways to save water while still caring for your home and garden.

Stricter rules to clampdown on takeaway litter

Councils can and must use stricter rules to make sure takeaways help clear-up after customers, says the government.

Reader letter asks where have all the flowers gone?

A letter from a Grantham resident has asked why there are less flowers in the town now than when he moved here 20 years ago.

Water caution urged but no hosepipe bans planned

People have been urged to use water carefully as the region faces a three month rainfall deficit.

Has the 'Covid effect' worn off for nature lovers?

The number of people taking part in this year's Big Butterfly Count has halved, prompting organisers to ask if people are now less focussed on nature?

Parks voted as some of best in country

Three of Grantham's parks have been voted as some of the best in the country.

Shopping trollies and bikes pulled from river

Twenty bags of rubbish plus bikes and shopping trollies have been pulled from a river during a regular clean up.

COP27: After heatwaves, fires and drought can this year's crunch climate summit spark change?

The problems of climate change are starring us in the face, say scientists, so what role can global conference COP27 play this year?

Part of canal towpath to be closed for two months

A part of the towpath along Grantham Canal will be closed for two months from next week for essential work.

Flower show is a success in the sunshine

The return of a popular flower and garden show with TV guests provided "a great weekend" in hot weather.

Council announces early bin collections due to heatwave

Household refuse collections across the district will start early next week to support the workers during the predicted heatwave.

Residents urged not to leave rubbish bags outside homes days before collection

Residents have been urged not to leave rubbish bags outside their homes days before being collected.

Flower and garden show returns to castle

A popular flower and garden show is returning to Belvoir Castle for the fifth straight year.

County council reduces recycling targets

Lincolnshire County Council wants to reduce its recycling targets after a decline in rates.

Warning to use water wisely as heatwave predictions continue

With more hot dry weather forecast, homes are being asked to use water wisely, with the Environment Agency admitting it's watching levels 'closely'.

Environmental company wins award

An environmental business based in Grantham has won a national start-up award.

Environment

100km water pipeline to be installed

Targets for the UK to be carbon neutral by 2050 will slip, says chief

Targets for the UK to be carbon neutral by 2050 will slip, says chief

Drought declared after driest summer in 50 years

Drought declared after driest summer in 50 years

Why haven’t we got a hosepipe ban in Grantham despite drought conditions?

Why haven’t we got a hosepipe ban in Grantham despite drought conditions?

Fly-tippers dump large piles of rubbish on road

Fly-tippers dump large piles of rubbish on road

Why grey water can save your garden and 8 other water saving tips

Why grey water can save your garden and 8 other water saving tips

Stricter rules to clampdown on takeaway litter

Stricter rules to clampdown on takeaway litter

Reader letter asks where have all the flowers gone?

Reader letter asks where have all the flowers gone?

Water caution urged but no hosepipe bans planned

Water caution urged but no hosepipe bans planned

Has the 'Covid effect' worn off for nature lovers?