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Avenue of trees to be planted

An avenue of trees will be planted alongside a green space in a town.

Shop team set out community ambitions

An enterprise which started out as an eco-shop is quickly becoming a key part of the community.

Pub is at heart of heating trial for homes that don’t get gas

A potential alternative to expensive heat pumps for homes that don't get gas is being explored and a village pub is part of the trial.

Council rejects bin lorry petition

A petition signed by more than 1,600 residents calling for the return of Stamford’s Saturday waste collection service has been rejected.

Donation helps pupils become eco warriors

Pupils have been gifted Fairtrade food and educational resources to help them learn about global environmental issues.

Reusable tote bag in an attempt to boost the community

An eco-friendly shop has launched a product in an attempt to help a community organisation set on improving the area.

What is COP26 and why does it matter?

The UK is about to host the world's biggest summit on climate change. But why is COP26 so important and what can it hope to achieve?

'The fight is not over'

Environmentalists say that 'the fight is not over' to bring a water fountain to the Stamford community.

Views to be shared on plans for housing development

A public meeting is set to be held for people concerned about plans for 650 homes and a country park.

Aiming to make county greener

From the recycling of underwear to clearing the streets of litter, last week the Rutland community helped to make the county greener.

Water fountain plans go down the drain

Plans to reduce plastic with a town centre water fountain have been turned down.

Wetlands to be re-established behind town’s cricket ground

A project involving Burghley Estates will restored a wildlife habitat where two rivers meet in Stamford.

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.

Builders clear land near Bridge 234

Land earmarked for part of the Elsea Park housing development has begun to be cleared.

What do you love about your high street?

Whether it’s the memory of the place you bought your first ever album or a place you go to meet friends and family, Historic England wants to know.

Autumn provides a chance to see new species of wildlife to spot

As autumn progresses, we have the opportunity to witness a wide variety of wildlife, says Rippingale naturalist and columnist Ian Misselbrook.

Supermarket carrier bag price rise trialled

Shoppers could be charged 50p for carrier bags in a bid to end single-use plastic.

New quarry sparks HGV concerns on busy 'rat run'

Plans for a new quarry near Greatford were given the go ahead on Monday despite traffic safety concerns of adding HGVs to a busy 'rat run'.

Call for cans to help make outdoor gym a reality for town

People are being asked to collect drink cans to raise money towards a proposed outdoor gym.

Waste water rules relaxed over chemical shortage caused by Brexit

Partially-treated waste water could be released into rivers and seas because of a chemical shortage caused by Brexit.

Major tree planting project launched

Burghley Estate has announced a restoration programme to ensure the future of The William Cecil Wood for the next 200 years.

Environment

Avenue of trees to be planted

Shop team set out community ambitions

Shop team set out community ambitions

Pub is at heart of heating trial for homes that don’t get gas

Pub is at heart of heating trial for homes that don’t get gas

Council rejects bin lorry petition

Council rejects bin lorry petition

Donation helps pupils become eco warriors

Donation helps pupils become eco warriors

Reusable tote bag in an attempt to boost the community

Reusable tote bag in an attempt to boost the community

What is COP26 and why does it matter?