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Police chief: 'Don't be afraid as lockdown lifts'

Police have reopened their enquiry offices and say they are 'there to enforce covid rules when needed'.

Over 45s can now book Covid-19 vaccine as Moderna jab is latest to be rolled out

Those over the age of 45 can now book their Covid-19 jab as a third vaccine starts being rolled out today.

Cheers! Pubs reopen

A cheerful crowd enjoyed the reopening of pubs in Stamford today (Monday, April 12).

Life returns to the high streets

Whether it was a haircut, lunch, or simply a spot of shopping, people brought a buzz back to the high street today.

Sacrewell Farm reopens its gates

A popular countryside attraction is set to reopen to visitors today (April 12).

‘Shop local - if you don’t we wont exist’

Many excited business owners are set to open their doors to the public as the ‘shop local’ message is emphasised more than ever.

‘An air of excitement and energy’ at gyms on opening day

Gyms and leisure centres are preparing to reopen their doors after lockdown, for what owners hope will be the last time.

Three in every five adults has now been vaccinated as rollout continues

Gareth Davies MP discusses the vaccine rollout and pet thefts during lockdown in his latest column.

Police riot van to draw in customers

Customers at a village pub have welcomed news that their food will be served from a police riot van.

More than 96% of over 50s in area have had 1st jab

More than 96 per cent of people aged 50 and over in South Kesteven and Rutland have had their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.

Under 50s may not receive vaccinations in Stamford

A question mark hangs over where under 50s from Stamford and Bourne will be vaccinated against Covid-19.

Act responsibly so we can enjoy the summer

A health director has called on people to act responsibly now so we can all enjoy the summer.

Libraries prepare to reopen across the area

Libraries across the area are set to reopen for communities to use again from Monday (April 12).

Leisure centres ready to reopen

Sports facilities in Stamford, Bourne, the Deepings and Grantham are preparing to reopen on Monday (April 12).

Deli restaurant will close on Saturday

The owners of an Italian deli have announced they are closing in Stamford on Saturday (April 10).

Infection rate above national average but no new deaths

The Covid-19 infection rate in South Kesteven and Rutland is above the national average, but no new deaths have been recorded in nearly two weeks.

12,000 people vaccinated at St Mary's Medical Centre

Lakeside Healthcare is celebrating vaccinating 12,000 of its patients against coronavirus at St Mary’s Medical Centre in Stamford.

Local infection rate twice as high as the England average

South Kesteven is among three areas in Lincolnshire to have infection rates more than twice as high as the England average.

Hairdressers, shops and gyms to reopen on April 12

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says hairdressers, gyms, shops and beer gardens will be allowed to reopen in a week on Monday, April 12.

Twice weekly coronavirus testing to be offered as vaccine passports spark debate

New plans for easing lockdown will include twice-weekly rapid tests and could include new Covid-19 vaccination passports.

Pub off to good start as awards flood in

Despite a rollercoaster year for the hospitality industry, the owners of a village pub have started their first business venture with great success.

Coronavirus

Police chief: 'Don't be afraid as lockdown lifts'

Over 45s can now book Covid-19 vaccine as Moderna jab is latest to be rolled out

Over 45s can now book Covid-19 vaccine as Moderna jab is latest to be rolled out

Cheers! Pubs reopen

Cheers! Pubs reopen

Life returns to the high streets

Life returns to the high streets

Sacrewell Farm reopens its gates

Sacrewell Farm reopens its gates

‘Shop local - if you don’t we wont exist’

‘Shop local - if you don’t we wont exist’

‘An air of excitement and energy’ at gyms on opening day

‘An air of excitement and energy’ at gyms on opening day

Three in every five adults has now been vaccinated as rollout continues