- Travellers 'hit by rip-off charges'
- Action urged on hip fracture costs
- Clegg reveals £1bn jobs fund boost
- 'Sharp drop' in degree courses
- GPs 'overpaid for ghost patients'
- Probe into sex-selection abortions
- Tributes to 'jolly jester' Carson
- Mild weather hits Centrica profits
- RBS set to unveil £400m bonus pot
- 'MP' held after Commons disturbance
- UK urged to support tar sands ban
- Fast-track asylum delays criticised
- Korean firm wins MoD tankers deal
- Mother and daughter given Asbos
- 'Exceptionally' mild weather on way
- Teenager 'repeatedly raped by gang'
- Man quizzed over women's murders
- Cherie Blair makes phone hack claim
- Man accused of murdering vicar
- Peacocks saved, but 3,000 jobs go
Community News
Town road to be closed for repair work
ONE of the key road routes into Sleaford is set to be closed for up to a week for repairs during the next month and town councillors are not happy about the congestion it may cause.
1 commentPlea to save annual show’s dog classes
THE future of one of the most popular sections at the annual Heckington Show could be at risk if a new organiser cannot be found.
Swimmers getting set for pool record bid
SWIMMERS of all ages and abilities will be diving into the pool at Sleaford Leisure Centre this weekend for charity.
One week left to give views on pool design
RESIDENTS have just one week left to give their views on the proposed Sleaford Leisure Centre swimming pool redesign scheme.
Famous authors help celebrate 10 years of awards success
COUNTY children will have the chance to meet two of their favourite authors as the Lincolnshire Young People’s Book Awards celebrates its 10th anniversary.
Skirth works will reduce flood risk
HOMES and businesses in a Sleaford area village are to benefit from flood defence improvements.
County says no rise in council tax bill
THERE will be no increase in the charge set by Lincolnshire County Council for their element of the annual council tax bill.
Chance to pit your wits in the third Mega Quiz
PANTO REVIEW – There was a standing ovation when the curtain came down at the end of Metheringham Amateur Dramatic’s recent panto season.
Project aims to help young teenagers
POLICE in North Kesteven have launched a new educational project aimed at young teenagers taking responsibility for the decisions they make.
Jubilee plans are taking shape
BAD PARKING - The parish council received correspondence from the Wesleyan Chapel on Eastgate about a vehicle which parks inconsiderately across the dropped kerb which is normally used by visitors to the chapel. It particularly affects those in mobility scooters.
Repair work to church spire
STEEPLEJACKS have been braving the chilly weather to complete repairs to a village church spire that was damaged in the recent high winds in January.
Village groups need volunteers
JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS - The MACLA group are heading up a working party for Metheringham Jubilee celebrations.
Prayers held before meetings ‘unlawful’
NORTH Kesteven District Council is evaluating the repercussions of a High Court ruling which may affect the way they hold prayers at the start of meetings.
Help group’s bid to dance its way into record books
MORE volunteers are being invited to take part in the first trial run before a group of Sleaford people attempt to dance their way into the record books.
More ways to keep in touch
THE Sleaford Standard has been at the heart of the community since 1924 – some 87 years – and in 2012 it offers even more than ever.
Failed bid for second bridge on cycle link
LINCOLNSHIRE County Council has been unsuccessful in bidding for additional money to fund enhancement works for cyclists heading into Sleaford from Holdingham.
MP welcomes cash for housing
MP for Sleaford and North Hykeham Stephen Phillips has welcomed Government funding to build more affordable homes in Lincolnshire.
Harvest time at Fulbeck
FORMER Fulbeck resident Bill Tebb has brought in another image from his archive of village life.
Water water everywhere when the Slea flooded
FORMER Sleaford resident Nigel Stennett-Cox contacted us with some old photos he has kept of the Sleaford floods.
Fitness session before lunch
NEW lunch clubs are opening up around the district for older people to keep active and socialise.
Keep your bike safe - get a passport
Police have launched a new operation to tackle the growing problem of bicycle theft in the West of the county.
Girls’ Brigade members are preparing for visit to Kenya
AT Sleaford Girls’ Brigade’s 31st annual display and presentation event at Riverside Church, the girls entertained family and friends with a short pantomime of Cinderella.
Parish council defends cuts
A PARISH council has spoken out to allay villagers’ concerns about a decision to make its two caretakers redundant.
Shock campaign bids to curb bad parking
A NEIGHBOURHOOD Policing Team have launched a hard-hitting campaign to deter inconsiderate parking on yellow zig zag lines outside the gates of a primary school.
3 commentsNHS trust board meeting for public
LINCOLNSHIRE Partnership NHS Foundation Trust’s board of directors will be meeting in public later this month.
Library hours are to change
WI NEWS - Metheringham WI will be holding their next meeting on Wednesday, February 15 at 7.15pm.
Harmston
CHURCH SERVICE - The next Parish Eucharist service at All Saints Church in Harmston will be held on Sunday, February 19 at 11am.
Ladies club welcome back guest
COFFEE MORNING - The next Fairtrade coffee morning to raise funds for St Andrew’s Church will be held on Saturday, February 11 at Leasingham Village Hall, from 10.15am to 11.30am.
Speeding traffic causes concern
WHIST DRIVE - A whist drive will be held at Silk Willoughby Village Hall on Tuesday, February 14 at 7.30 pm.
New play equipment for pupils
PUPILS at a village school will be playing in style from now on thanks to some some brand new ‘trails’.
Town fund from unspent councillors’ allowances
A FUND to help community action and support groups is being set up using money saved from unspent town councillors’ allowances.
Woman patient calls for overhaul of health system after food bug ordeal
A WOMAN is calling for an overhaul of the local health service after going through over four days of agony.
Jubilee year to be seated
A COMMUNITY near Sleaford is doing its bit to commemorate the forthcoming Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations happening this year.
Decision on adult social care put on hold - until March
PLANS to privatise adult social care in the county have been temporarily put on hold following a big response to the consultation.
Planners reject Wind farm plan
A BID to site a wind farm of up to 22 turbines, each dwarfing the Boston Stump, on fenland near Sleaford has been stopped – for now.
1 commentToilets to stay open for a year
NORTH Kesteven District Council and Sleaford Town Council have agreed a deal that will see the public conveniences in Money’s Yard, Sleaford, remain open for the next 12 months.
Margaret is our new correspondent
NEW CORRESPONDENT – The Sleaford Standard has appointed a new correspondent for Metheringham.
Table tennis club seeks members
FUN QUIZ - A Fun Quiz Night is to be held at Ruskington Village Hall on Saturday, from 7.30pm. It is £2 per person to take part. Participants can take along their own food and drink. To book call 07958 473820.
Trust fears new road will only benefit Tesco
MEMBERS of the Sleaford and District Civic Trust have weighed into the debate about future development plans for Sleaford by issuing a statement giving their observations on the proposals.
1 commentGreen light for broadband
PLANS to bring superfast broadband to all homes and businesses in Lincolnshire within the next five years have been given the green light.
Tenant’s eviction to end misery for neighbours
A REIGN of terror has ended for neighbours of a Sleaford man who will be evicted from his council flat following a catalogue of anti-social and criminal behaviour.
New parade protocol for dignitaries
A NEW protocol has been agreed for civic dignitaries attending the town’s annual Remembrance Sunday Parade.
Lunches for seniors
FOLLOWING the successful launch of a lunch club in Ruskington, the NK Seniors group, which speaks up for older and more vulnerable people in the district, is hoping to set up other lunch clubs in the area.
Hospital remembrance service for babies
PARENTS and families are being invited to a special remembrance service for babies this weekend.
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Weather for Sleaford
Thursday 23 February 2012
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 9 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 22 mph
Wind direction: South west
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 3 C to 12 C
Wind Speed: 21 mph
Wind direction: West
