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LETTER: Thanks for the fundraising help
For many years the Solo Club in the Market Place at Sleaford, has been the home of Sleaford & District Lions.
LETTER: A fantastic week for the performing arts in town
Thanks go to all the following for their support for the Sleaford Live festival of live music and performing arts:
Barry gets the red carpet treatment
The red carpet was laid out in Ropsley for Barry Buxton as he received his British Empire Medal last week.
LETTER: Thanks for your votes for UKIP
I am writing to ask if you would be so kind as to print a thank you to all the people who voted for me, in your paper.
FEATURE: Hayfever sufferer? Prepare yourself for the big sneeze...
Sneezing, snuffling and itchy eyes can only mean one thing - after the big freeze, we’re now entering the big sneeze, writes Gabrielle Fagan.
LETTER: Challenge for the Tory administration
I stood as the Labour candidate for Hough division in the recent County Council elections. I want to thank all those who voted for me.
Call to ‘cure’ NHS as county hospitals face safety review
As hospitals face a review of their safety, a businessman from Folkingham has announced the launch of Cure the NHS Lincolnshire.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lincolnshire Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Hardwick says he has no intention of resigning and has a good relationship with Neil Rhodes
Lincolnshire’s under-fire Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Hardwick has hit back at his critics and insisted he has no intention of resigning.
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Careless recyclers are costing us £100k
The growing problem of households putting wrong items in recycling bins is costing the council – and the taxpayer – over £100,000 a year.
Group sheds weight of baby giraffe and Arnie
Super slimmers in Sleaford have lost over 25 stone between them in just three months.
New book and nomination for author Claire
As well as releasing the next chapter in a ‘dead’ good trilogy, a Welbourn author is up for a top literary prize and needs your votes.
Speed limit campaigners seek minister’s backing
Sleaford and North Hykeham MP Stephen Phillips is upping the ante in his ongoing battle to backing residents’ campaigns to get speed limits lowered through their villages.
DAMBUSTERS: The history of the brave mission 70 years on
Two boys are throwing a rugby ball around. Perhaps they are trying to impress a couple of girls sat giggling on a nearby bench.
DAMBUSTERS: Kinema to screen special showing of The Dam Busters
Film buffs are being given the opportunity to watch the legendary film The Dam Busters at Woodhall Spa’s Kinema in the Woods.
DAMBUSTERS: Toast the raid with Batemans’ anniversary ale
Want to toast the bravery and success of the Dambusters? Well, now you will be able to with a special ale to mark the 70th anniversary.
Lincolnshire Police and Crime Panel chairman to stand down after ‘farcical’ chief constable saga
The under-fire chairman of Lincolnshire’s Police and Crime Panel is to stand down from his role next month in the wake of the suspended chief constable saga.
5 commentsFashion show for KIDS
Fundraisers in Ruskington are once again getting ready to stage a fashion show to raise money for disabled children’s charity KIDS Strut.
Woman, 86, found dead in sunken car in roadside dyke at Billingborough Fen
Police are appealing for information after a fatal collision at Billingborough Fen.
DAMBUSTERS: Guy Gibson actor remembers much loved film
In 1955 The Dam Busters became a box office smash and – to this day – it remains rated as one of the finest British films of all time.
1 commentDerailed freight train delays services between Sleaford and Nottingham
A derailed freight train in the Nottingham area has delayed passengers travelling to and from Sleaford by up to 90 minutes.
Anger over cat charity box
A cat welfare charity has hit out at supermarket giant Tesco’s after they removed one of their donation collection bin from near the tills.
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BREAKING NEWS: Police release image of man suspected of sexual assault
Police have released an E-fit of a man they believe could be related to a sexual assault on a woman in Sleaford.
Former soldier and dog meet Bruce Forsyth at awards bash
Sleaford man Simon Davies met Sir Bruce Forsyth on Saturday when he and his dog Poppy collected a bravey award.
COLUMN: Why we need freedom to ask the questions - by editor Stephen Stray
We are currently in the middle of Local Newspaper Week and I wanted to take this opportunity to pen a column about why I believe The Standard – and our sister titles – play an ever-increasingly important role in all of our lives.
Lincolnshire Police commissioner and crime panel chairman under fire from MPs in Westminster
Two of Lincolnshire highest profile elected policing figures have been probed by MPs this afternoon at a Home Affairs Committee meeting in Westminster.
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Award for best school bus route in the county
Sleafordian Coaches has won the coveted county title of School Bus Route of the Year after it was nominated by one of its drivers.
Drink-drive ban will affect parents – court told
The loss of his job with a drink-drive ban will hit a man and his parents because he pays the mortgage on their home, his solicitor says.
Have your say on growth
Residents across Sleaford and Central Lincolnshire are encouraged to have their say on where they think new homes, jobs and community facilities should go over the next 20 years.
Tories announce Lib Dem coalition
Lincolnshire County Council leader Martin Hill has announced a coalition with the three remaining Liberal Democrats and several Independent members on the authority.
Town gives thanks with the mayor
Civic dignitaries and Sleaford residents were invited to attend the Town Mayor’s annual thanksgiving service in St Denys’ Church on Sunday.
Toy library is under new management
Toys are once again available to borrow from Sleaford Toy Library.
Friends say ‘I do’ to business
Two friends will open a bridal boutique after deciding it was time to follow their dreams.
Historical courses to help you grow your knowledge
A programme of short courses with Heritage Lincolnshire is being held from May to July held in Heckington and Boston.
School Council members receive Bishop Awards
Up-and-coming councillors have had their achievements recognised by a senior member of the church.
Team GB football star visits pupils
A female football superstar gave some Sleaford primary school pupils an inspirational afternoon to remember recently.
Concerns raised over changes at high school
Changes made at a Sleaford high school could see eight staff members losing their jobs, it is feared.
New WI going from strength to strength
Village organisations will be showcasing their talents in an event organised by a new WI group next weekend.
Talk at funeral open days
To mark Dying Matters Awareness Week (May 13-19) Lincolnshire Co-operative funeral homes will welcome visitors in a series of open days.
Accolade for chip shop
Elite fish and chip company at Sleaford has been awarded 5 stars for its quality from the National Fish Fryers federation.
Growing seeds firm moves
Due to rapid expansion, an agricultural seed merchant has moved into larger premises after a year of record sales.
Video: Taskforce leader set to get to grips with Lincolnshire Police chief constable’s suspension video
A new taskforce has been created to allow the Lincolnshire Police and Crime Panel to ‘get to the bottom of’ the suspension of the force’s chief constable in February.
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Poop puts pool out of action for a day!
Managers at a swimming pool in Sleaford have had to close it to the public after the water became contaminated when a baby had a ‘little accident’.
Public invited to mayor’s thanksgiving
Members of the public are invited to a Thanksgiving Service for the Mayor and Mayoress of Sleaford, Trevor and Becky Mayfield.
Video: Uproar as public ‘excluded’ from Lincolnshire Police and Crime Panel meeting video
Members of the public have labelled the Lincolnshire Police and Crime Panel a ‘shambles’ after they were inadvertently excluded from an extraordinary meeting this afternoon.
14 commentsTask group to investigate suspension of Chief Constable
Lincolnshire Police and Crime Panel has today (Thursday) agreed to form a Task Group to explore the circumstances and implications resulting from the Police and Crime Commissioner’s decision to suspend Temporary Chief Constable Neil Rhodes.
1 commentThieves take all but the kitchen sink
Scrap metal thieves made off with everything barring the kitchen sink from a Sleaford area cafe.
BREAKING NEWS - COUNTY COUNCIL FORM COALITION
Lincolnshire County Council leader Martin Hill has today announced a coalition with the Liberal Democrats and several Independent members.
Barry gets the red carpet treatment in Ropsley video
The red carpet was laid out in Ropsley for Barry Buxton as he received his British Empire Medal on Saturday.
Bishop of Grantham is stepping down
The Bishop of Grantham, the Rt Revd Dr Tim Ellis, has announced that he is to stand down on September 26 - the 37th anniversary of his ordination, and shortly after his 60th birthday.
VIDEO - Reporter enjoys all the fun of the fair video
Reporter Rachel Grafton (pictured far left) sampled one of the most extreme rides at Boston’s May Fair on Tuesday, and managed to get some footage whilst on the ride with some brilliant views of the town.
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Weather for Sleaford
Sunday 19 May 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 11 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: North west
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