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Police appeal for witnesses of assault — Police appeal for witnesses of assault

Lincolnshire Police are appealing for witnesses of an assault in The Burghley Centre car park in Bourne.

Owner of pub chain backs Gareth Davies' vote for tier system — Owner of pub chain backs Gareth Davies' vote for tier system

The owner of Knead Pubs has supported Stamford and Bourne's MP for voting for the tier system as it allowed the country to exit lockdown.

Missing dog found after more than a year — Missing dog found after more than a year

A missing dog has turned up after more than a year - 80 miles from home.

Pubs receive Covid-19 awards — Pubs receive Covid-19 awards

Pubs have been rewarded for their efforts during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Police assure dog owners that their pets are safe — Police assure dog owners that their pets are safe

Police have told dog owners that Rutland is a safe place for their pets following a puppy theft last month.

Sequel released to funny version of Hitler film about Stamford — Sequel released to funny version of Hitler film about Stamford

A sequel has been made to a funny video about Stamford which was released this week.

Spate of car crimes — Spate of car crimes

Three catalytic converters have been stolen from parked cars.

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School announces plans to redevelop sports facilities — School announces plans to redevelop sports facilities

Stamford Endowed Schools has invited residents to comment on plans for a sports facility in advance of a planning application.

Lincolnshire tier 3 will impact surrounding Rutland villages — Lincolnshire tier 3 will impact surrounding Rutland villages

Stamford has recently hit the national headlines as it fell into tier 3 but it's not just the town which will be affected.

Giant Christmas lights display shines brightly — Giant Christmas lights display shines brightly

A group of people has set up a giant lights display to let children know that Christmas is not ‘cancelled’ this year.

Celebrating 200 community heroes — Celebrating 200 community heroes

Two hundred community heroes will receive a certificate for their efforts during the pandemic.

Gareth Davies MP explains why he voted for new tier system — Gareth Davies MP explains why he voted for new tier system

Stamford and Bourne's MP has received written assurance the Government would take into account South Lincolnshire's low case numbers.

Lottery cash will complete restoration project — Lottery cash will complete restoration project

A lottery grant will cover the remaining costs of a restoration project.

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Opening the door to hidden secrets — Opening the door to hidden secrets

Researcher Stuart Henderson has opened the door to some of the secrets hidden within our surroundings.

Dog rescue centre continues to be helped by lottery — Dog rescue centre continues to be helped by lottery

A dog rescue charity and an animal lover have found themselves in a win-win situation from a lottery.

Looking back over the years with Mercury Memories — Looking back over the years with Mercury Memories

Take a trip down memory lane.

Save a hen from slaughter by giving it a home — Save a hen from slaughter by giving it a home

A rehoming event for hens is taking place in Collyweston this weekend.

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SPORT

Cottesmore must play the waiting game as tier restrictions leave club sidelined — Cottesmore must play the waiting game as tier restrictions leave club sidelined

Travel restrictions are applicable to individual players for Rutlanders whose squad live in tiers two and three.

Clubs take united stance against returning to action

Clubs take united stance against returning to action

Clubs take united stance against returning to action

Deeping, Blackstones and Bourne decide against re-starting their league campaigns this weekend.

Rangers withdraw from FA Vase after concerns over tier three travelling

Rangers withdraw from FA Vase after concerns over tier three travelling

Rangers withdraw from FA Vase after concerns over tier three travelling

Deeping decide against making the trip to Hanley Town this weekend.

Duo renew partnership agreement as part of Posh initiative

Duo renew partnership agreement as part of Posh initiative

Duo renew partnership agreement as part of Posh initiative

Scheme aims to have positive benefits for both clubs by providing opportunities for players and staff members.

Students staying positive with safe initiatives during lockdown

Students staying positive with safe initiatives during lockdown

Students staying positive with safe initiatives during lockdown

Stamford Football Academy puts together a programme of activities to keep youngsters on the ball.

Bowls club must remain closed after latest Government restrictions — Hopes are dashed after town is placed in toughest tier.

Marko make fundraising drive to help enhance club facilities — Rutland cricket club are looking to build a third changing room and shower room plus accessible toilet due to a growth in players.

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Poet laureate keeps town's creativity alive — Poet laureate keeps town's creativity alive

As the coronavirus pandemic put a pause on events and forced the country into a second lockdown,a poet has had to adapt to the new way of life.

Bourne Salvation Army appears on BBC show — Bourne Salvation Army appears on BBC show

Bourne Salvation Army has been filmed for a TV show recognising its work in the local community.

Actors run half marathon for campaign — Actors run half marathon for campaign

Stamford Shakespeare Company is continuing to receive support for its ‘Save Your Theatre’ campaign.

Pandemic won’t stop Santa’s sleigh — Pandemic won’t stop Santa’s sleigh

It’s been an unusual year but not even a worldwide pandemic will stop Santa from riding his sleigh this Christmas.

'Magical, after-dark, illuminated trail' to go ahead — 'Magical, after-dark, illuminated trail' to go ahead

A festive event at Belton House is set to go ahead.

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LIFESTYLE

Grade II listed home has panoramic views — Grade II listed home has panoramic views

Situated in the desirable village of Cold Overton, Manor House is a beautiful Grade II listed property.

Chef launches dinnerware range — Chef launches dinnerware range

Chef patron of The Chubby Castor Adebola Adeshina has partnered with G&G Goodfellows to launch his own range of dinnerware.

New book sheds light on village life a century ago — New book sheds light on village life a century ago

The author of a newly published book used the Stamford Mercury Archive to access information for the work.

Edwardian period home overlooks open fields — Edwardian period home overlooks open fields

This stunning period property is on the market with Newton Fallowell.

Home has stunning views over open countryside — Home has stunning views over open countryside

This substantial four-bedroom detached house represents an exciting refurbishment project and the chance to really make it your own family home.

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