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Truck driver dies after three-vehicle crash — Truck driver dies after three-vehicle crash

A man has died in a crash involving two lorries and a truck on the A47 this morning (Wednesday).

Mum seeks solace in memorial walk — Mum seeks solace in memorial walk

A woman marked the fifth anniversary of her daughter's death by completing a memorial walk.

See what might go on show at new museum — See what might go on show at new museum

Exhibits for a new museum are being revealed on Friday (August 12) at a town centre event.

Extra police patrols at village park — Extra police patrols at village park

Responding to reports of anti-social behaviour, police have carried out extra patrols at a village park.

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Rule changes at council meetings spark concerns — Rule changes at council meetings spark concerns

Rule changes have diminished the public's ability to challenge the local authority at meetings, it has been claimed.

Police scheme aims to tackle violence against women and girls — Police scheme aims to tackle violence against women and girls

Police say a tool to report places where people feel unsafe is already having an impact.

Challenge raises thousands for cancer charity — Challenge raises thousands for cancer charity

A fundraiser completed a triathlon alongside a popular raft race.

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Mystery surrounds unexpected closure of business — Mystery surrounds unexpected closure of business

A town centre hairdressers has been shut for two days, leaving clients scratching their heads.

Three-vehicle crash closes road — Three-vehicle crash closes road

Motorists are being advised to avoid a stretch of the A47 after a three-vehicle crash earlier this morning.

Popping into the pub for a pint of beer or milk — Popping into the pub for a pint of beer or milk

A shop has opened up inside a village pub.

Veteran Second World War pilot turns 100 — Veteran Second World War pilot turns 100

An American Second World War pilot has celebrated his 100th birthday.

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A47 slow after crash — A47 slow after crash

There are delays on the A47 because of an accident.

Groups make memories at camp — Groups make memories at camp

Scouts and guides enjoyed the adventure of a lifetime at an international camp.

SPORT

Equaliser with last kick of the game earns Wakes derby point — Equaliser with last kick of the game earns Wakes derby point

Fantastic finish to epic encounter as Wakes and Arrows share eight goals.

Posh pair help girls celebrate Euro triumph

Posh pair help girls celebrate Euro triumph

Posh pair help girls celebrate Euro triumph

Special guests from Peterborough United Ladies helped a soccer school celebrate the England Lionesses' success at the European Championships.

Injury-time goal double secures dramatic win for Blackstones

Injury-time goal double secures dramatic win for Blackstones

Injury-time goal double secures dramatic win for Blackstones

Stones maintain unbeaten start to the season with second successive victory.

Sam scores quick-fire century to maintain Bourne's push for honours

Sam scores quick-fire century to maintain Bourne's push for honours

Sam scores quick-fire century to maintain Bourne's push for honours

Sleaford still in hot pursuit of champions after victory over Deeping.

Lethal Liam's super strike sets up Stamford showdown for Spalding

Lethal Liam's super strike sets up Stamford showdown for Spalding

Lethal Liam's super strike sets up Stamford showdown for Spalding

Deeping defeated after battling display in FA Cup derby duel

How our clubs could cash in on England Lionesses success — The nation has been swept up by football fever following the England Lionesses' run at the European Championships, and our clubs are no exception.

Strollers secure their place at national finals — Stamford side will be going for glory at the Lilleshall National Sports Centre.

Record-breaking run as Toft Ladies land title for fifth successive season — Champion Cathy will represent Toft in the 'Queen of Clubs' competition next year.

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Film crews spotted at Belton House — Film crews spotted at Belton House

Film crews have been seen at Belton House after the estate announced it was to close for filming to take place.

Review of Agatha Christie's Spider's Web at Tolethorpe — Review of Agatha Christie's Spider's Web at Tolethorpe

If you're a fan of on-screen Agatha Christie adaptations, you might want to reset your expectation of how the Queen of Crime can come across.

New exhibitions on display at gallery — New exhibitions on display at gallery

Two exhibitions will be opening at an art gallery.

Word-perfect poetry and a picnic — Word-perfect poetry and a picnic

A review on Stamford Shakespeare Company's take on Romeo and Juliet at Tolethorpe Hall.

Actor's music quest leads to hometown gig — Actor's music quest leads to hometown gig

A TV and film actor who has turned his attentions to forging a name in the music industry is to return home for a special gig this month.

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LIFESTYLE

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year — Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

The Perseids meteor shower, one of the best of the year, will peak this week but is competing for space in the sky with the last supermoon of 2022.

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

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

Energy bills could hit £4,200 in January, say experts — Energy bills could hit £4,200 in January, say experts

Experts talk of 'fresh shock' as predictions for January's average energy bills rocket even higher.

Extreme heat warning as UK braces for more hot weather — Extreme heat warning as UK braces for more hot weather

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for extreme heat from this Thursday as temperatures are set to rise again.

Nurses to start voting on whether to strike over pay — Nurses to start voting on whether to strike over pay

The Royal College of Nursing says it will urge hundreds of thousands of its members to say yes to strike action when ballot papers go out next month.

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