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Legal consultation opens on solar farm

A public consultation on a huge solar farm on the Stamford-Rutland border is due to start next week.

Apple tree planted in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore

An apple tree planting ceremony took place on Saturday in the community orchard at Bourne Wood.

New book reveals fall and rise of an iconic local industry

The history of an ancient local industry, brought back to life in recent years and booming once again, has been charted in a new book.

Church leaders ask people to support Christian Aid Week

Churches Together would like people to consider donating what they can to help the world’s poorest people.

Will going vegan save the world?

Jo Kemp owner of The Blonde Beet discusses going vegan.

Gardens glisten and bloom in aid of charity

More than 200 people came to a village to see the glistening gardens in the sunshine.

Railway nature walk benefits from £500 grant

A nature walk along the route of one of Lincolnshire’s closed railway lines is to benefit from a £500 grant from the district council.

Nurse joins Extinction Rebellion protests

A nurse is prepared to be arrested to highlight the world's climate crisis.

Isaac Newton's tree dedicated to The Queen for Platinum Jubilee

The apple tree at Woolsthorpe Manor, which inspired Isaac Newton's theory of gravity, has been dedicated to The Queen for her Platinum Jubilee.

Changing weather in spring affected nature

Rippingale nature columnist Ian Misselbrook reflects on the changing weather in spring.

‘Litter picking is left to volunteer group’

A group of volunteers say they feel they have been left picking up a council’s work.

People flock to festival celebrating wildlife

The weekend flew off to a great start as about 300 people attended a bird festival.

Selling a meadow for ‘bread loaves’

A ceremony which has taken place for more than 250 years has made a welcome return.

Park to close while trees are replaced

A restoration project will replace diseased trees to allow a Bourne park to be enjoyed for years to come.

Staff shortages force tip to shut

A tip will operate under different opening hours this bank holiday weekend due to staff shortages.

Show had spring in its step

A vibrant display of flowers, foliage and handicrafts brought a hall to life during the Stamford Horticultural Society spring show.

Fuel shortage as climate protestors block oil depots

Climate protests have left petrol stations across the country short of fuel.

RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch results are in

The results of the annual wildlife survey which reveals how our garden birds are faring are in - did your favourite bird top the list?

Shop owner frustrated as crisp packet recycling scheme ends

A shop which donates to charities by collecting plastic destined for landfill is disappointed at a company's decision to stop recycling crisp packets.

Quarry makes environmental award shortlist

A county quarry is down to the final six in a UK environmental award.

Sustainable farming initiative will help our farmers and food security

Stamford and Bourne MP Gareth Davies discusses the benefits of sustainable farming.

Environment

Legal consultation opens on solar farm

Apple tree planted in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore

Apple tree planted in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore

New book reveals fall and rise of an iconic local industry

New book reveals fall and rise of an iconic local industry

Church leaders ask people to support Christian Aid Week

Church leaders ask people to support Christian Aid Week

Will going vegan save the world?

Will going vegan save the world?

Gardens glisten and bloom in aid of charity

Gardens glisten and bloom in aid of charity

Railway nature walk benefits from £500 grant

Railway nature walk benefits from £500 grant

Nurse joins Extinction Rebellion protests

Nurse joins Extinction Rebellion protests

Isaac Newton's tree dedicated to The Queen for Platinum Jubilee

Isaac Newton's tree dedicated to The Queen for Platinum Jubilee

Changing weather in spring affected nature

Changing weather in spring affected nature

‘Litter picking is left to volunteer group’

‘Litter picking is left to volunteer group’

People flock to festival celebrating wildlife