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'Don't blame the media for panic buying' — 'Don't blame the media for panic buying'

Our editorial director defends the media after being accused of causing the panic buying of fuel.

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Plans for 199 new homes in village — Plans for 199 new homes in village

A planning application has been submitted for a 199 house development in a village near Stamford and Bourne.

New hedge is helping to tidy a once-scruffy area of town — New hedge is helping to tidy a once-scruffy area of town

A group of residents has planted a hedge to help create a more pleasant environment.

Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions — Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions

The mother of a teenager who died from a heart condition has praised the community for supporting a project encouraging organ donation.

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9 ways to help save the fuel in your car — 9 ways to help save the fuel in your car

Looking to make the petrol or diesel in your car last longer? Motoring experts say there is plenty drivers can do. Here's some top tips:

Stamford actor's 'employment confirmed' as Sex Education renewed for season four — Stamford actor's 'employment confirmed' as Sex Education renewed for season four

Netflix has confirmed that the hit show, Sex Education, will return to the screens for a fourth season.

Shop clocks up a year in business — Shop clocks up a year in business

A music shop is offering a new service to coincide with its first anniversary.

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Flying Scotsman steams through area — Flying Scotsman steams through area

A special visitor paid a flying visit to the area over the weekend.

Surgery team among best in the country — Surgery team among best in the country

Patient feedback has placed a surgery team in the top five per cent nationally.

Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim — Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim

The sister of a talented cyclist who died from a rare cancer has taken on a marathon challenge to fund more research into the disease.

Crews from two fire stations called to blaze — Crews from two fire stations called to blaze

Firefighters from two stations were called to a fire in the open

New study unearths 'amazing results' on lost castle — New study unearths 'amazing results' on lost castle

A geological survey has shed new light on the importance of a lost medieval castle.

Petrol pumps run out — Petrol pumps run out

Long queues have formed outside fuel stations again this weekend and some pumps have run out.

SPORT

Stamford make winning start to new season — Stamford make winning start to new season

Competition for places will be high as club looks to go from strength to strength.

Clarets continue fine FA Vase form with four-goal home victory

Clarets continue fine FA Vase form with four-goal home victory

Clarets continue fine FA Vase form with four-goal home victory

Newark next for Deeping after they defeat 10-man Dunkirk.

Richardson ends coaching stint with Raducanu after US Open glory

Richardson ends coaching stint with Raducanu after US Open glory

Richardson ends coaching stint with Raducanu after US Open glory

Short-term contract finishes as Emma looks for more Tour experience.

Brothers bidding to claim derby day glory as Town tackle Lions

Brothers bidding to claim derby day glory as Town tackle Lions

Brothers bidding to claim derby day glory as Town tackle Lions

Paul and James in different dug-outs as Uppingham look to extend unbeaten run.

Crucial spell for Daniels in their triple quest for honours

Crucial spell for Daniels in their triple quest for honours

Crucial spell for Daniels in their triple quest for honours

Stamford facing an important period with three home games in seven days.

Wakes are going in the right direction as Bourne face home double-header — Wilson wants his side to go on a run after netting first league win of the season.

Old Boys pick up where they left off in long-awaited return — College ready for league opener after friendly win.

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WHAT'S ON

Stamford actor's 'employment confirmed' as Sex Education renewed for season four — Stamford actor's 'employment confirmed' as Sex Education renewed for season four

Netflix has confirmed that the hit show, Sex Education, will return to the screens for a fourth season.

Artists wanted for town hall anniversary exhibition — Artists wanted for town hall anniversary exhibition

The Old Town Hall Trust are looking for local artists to help them celebrate the building's landmark anniversary.

Burghley House stars in new film — Burghley House stars in new film

Burghley House is set to feature in a new film, documenting its vital role in Elizabethan history.

Apple Day is returning — Apple Day is returning

Apple Day is set to make a triumphant return to Stamford next month.

Stamford actor stars in new season of hit Netflix show — Stamford actor stars in new season of hit Netflix show

George Robinson from Stamford is starring in the third season of the hit Netflix show, Sex Education, which launches today.

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LIFESTYLE

Flying Scotsman steams through area — Flying Scotsman steams through area

A special visitor paid a flying visit to the area over the weekend.

Cottage comes with private garden and paddock — Cottage comes with private garden and paddock

A charming three-bedroom, detached cottage has come on the market in a village setting.

Take a trip down memory lane — Take a trip down memory lane

Delve into the past of Stamford, Rutland, Bourne and The Deepings with Mercury Memories.

Online interiors business opens first shop in town — Online interiors business opens first shop in town

A new homeware and interiors shop has opened its doors in the high street after a successful first year online.

New clothes shop to hit high street — New clothes shop to hit high street

A young entrepreneur has swapped coffee beans for fashion as she launches her second high street business at the age of 31.

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