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Tribute paid to couple who helped others flourish — Tribute paid to couple who helped others flourish

A tribute has been paid to a couple in their 80s who were killed in a fatal crash.

Shop owner takes over as town mayor — Shop owner takes over as town mayor

A new mayor has set out her plans for the year.

Community hub revived by grant — Community hub revived by grant

Trustees of a community hub hope to expand their reach within the community.

Emergency closure of town square — Emergency closure of town square

Red Lion Square is set to close while crews carry out emergency road material testing.

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Benefit concert tops £5,000 for Ukraine appeal — Benefit concert tops £5,000 for Ukraine appeal

Musicians have helped to raise more than £5,000 for the people of Ukraine after staging a day-long concert on Sunday.

Could you be our next apprentice journalist? — Could you be our next apprentice journalist?

Iliffe Media, owner of Rutland & Stamford Mercury and its sister titles, is opening its journalism apprentice scheme again.

Plans to expand A1 truckstop diner — Plans to expand A1 truckstop diner

The A1 Stadium Diner on Bourne Road, Colsterworth, is set to expand after plans were submitted to South Kesteven District Council.

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Tribute to our village correspondent Lily — Tribute to our village correspondent Lily

A long-time village correspondent for the Stamford Mercury and active community member has passed away, aged 86.

Developers submit 93-home plan for village — Developers submit 93-home plan for village

Plans have been submitted to build 93 houses in a village.

Kelham re-elected as leader of Tories — Kelham re-elected as leader of Tories

South Kesteven District Council leader Kelham Cooke has won a leadership challenge to stay in position.

Couple who previously lived in Ukraine hope to return with vital supplies — Couple who previously lived in Ukraine hope to return with vital supplies

A couple are appealing for funds and donations ahead of their trip from to Ukraine, where they will visit a refugee centre on the Polish border.

Holidaymakers a target for burglary — Holidaymakers a target for burglary

A spate of burglaries has prompted an increase in police patrols.

Businesses hope trade will bloom at flower show — Businesses hope trade will bloom at flower show

As RHS Chelsea Flower Show gets underway, business owners are hoping their trade will blossom.

SPORT

Five-star winning streak continues for champions — Five-star winning streak continues for champions

Derby duel is next for Bourne as Deeping are still searching for first victory.

Newly-created player pathway is reaping the rewards for Rangers

Newly-created player pathway is reaping the rewards for Rangers

Newly-created player pathway is reaping the rewards for Rangers

Successful end to the season as plans start to come to fruition.

Success for Stamford youngsters at popular Deeping tournament

Success for Stamford youngsters at popular Deeping tournament

Success for Stamford youngsters at popular Deeping tournament

Shoot-out success for Reds in final of memorial tournament.

George guides Uppingham to second successive league win

George guides Uppingham to second successive league win

George guides Uppingham to second successive league win

Burghley bounce back to knock Town out of Charity Shield.

Skipper Sammy's six-wicket haul helps Marko to first victory

Skipper Sammy's six-wicket haul helps Marko to first victory

Skipper Sammy's six-wicket haul helps Marko to first victory

Rutland rivals seek first win in derby day showdown.

Fourth successive win as Bourne triumph in tense tussle — Spalding brought back down to earth while Deeping still seeking first win.

International chance for Stevens to shine — Wakes youngster to attend training camp with Gibraltar Under 19s.

Super Sadie seals bronze medal win at regional finals — Briers bounces back from illness with four personal bests.

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WHAT'S ON

Benefit concert tops £5,000 for Ukraine appeal — Benefit concert tops £5,000 for Ukraine appeal

Musicians have helped to raise more than £5,000 for the people of Ukraine after staging a day-long concert on Sunday.

Eat safely during Jubilee celebrations — Eat safely during Jubilee celebrations

South Kesteven District Council is working to help residents serve safe food across the Jubilee celebrations.

Festival ends with award for founder — Festival ends with award for founder

A villager who organised an inaugural music festival to help her parish church has been honoured with a High Sheriff Award.

What's on this weekend — What's on this weekend

Don't miss these events over the next week.

Award-winning firm set for The One Show appearance — Award-winning firm set for The One Show appearance

A business which won a national award for revamping the remembrance garden at a children’s hospice is to have its work showcased on TV.

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LIFESTYLE

Supermarket recalls pastries over nut fears — Supermarket recalls pastries over nut fears

Tesco is being forced to recall croissant products over fears they may contain nuts not listed on the label.

Self-driving delivery vans and public buses could be on UK roads by 2025 — Self-driving delivery vans and public buses could be on UK roads by 2025

Self-driving delivery vans and buses could be on our streets within three years, say ministers, who are offering firms cash to get projects started.

9 plants and insects that can harm your dog — 9 plants and insects that can harm your dog

From invasive plants to hairy caterpillars we take a look at the toxic and poisonous items your dog should avoid when outside at this time of year.

See the coin to feature William's portrait to mark his 40th birthday — See the coin to feature William's portrait to mark his 40th birthday

The Duke of Cambridge’s 40th birthday will be celebrated with a £5 coin featuring his portrait, the Royal Mint said.

Travel back in time — Travel back in time

In this week's Mercury Memories, a teenager got tangled in church bell ropes - this and other news articles from up to 200 years ago.

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