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Lincoln woman speaks out after XL Bully ban
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlBfsfcFnpo A Lincolnshire dog rescue owner has called the Government’s XL Bully ban ‘absolutely preposterous.’ Sally Turzanski, owner of Lincolnshire rescue ‘Breeds in Need’, says that it is ‘just ridiculous’ to introduce another banned breed because of recent attacks. The rules of the ban mean Ms Turzanski can no longer...
Football clubs can bid for £6m energy fund
Only nine Lincolnshire football clubs have applied for money from a £6m fund to help with their energy costs throughout the UK's ongoing energy crisis. Amateur and professional clubs in Lincolnshire can apply for money from the Energy Support Programme but an FA spokesperson said only a handful had made...
Trans people face exclusion and fear of participation in football
There are 4,082 people in Lincolnshire who identify as trans, non-binary, or a gender they weren’t assigned at birth and many of them feel excluded from football. A study by Mermaids, a charity supporting transgender people, found 52% feel their gender identity has impacted them taking part in sport, and...
Silent Disco at Lincoln Castle for Earth Day
This Saturday Lincoln Castle is hosting a morning dance in the castle grounds to celebrate Earth Day - a global event where people come together raise awareness of climate change. The Dance for Earth Day event is funded by The Wild Escape and supported by the charity, Art Fund. Anita...
Lincoln Fight Factory prodigy wins English title in stunning fashion
The first Ring Wars of 2023 took place last Saturday, at the Lincoln Fight Factory and it was a night to remember. The event showcased some of the best 61kg K1 kickboxers in the country, amongst the 18 entertaining fights, ranging from amateur to professional. Although many of the fights...
Calling all creatives: Project Fashion Fixed return with their latest exhibition
In February, Project Fashion Fixed, a community driven project, dedicated to raising awareness around fashion sustainability, unveiled their second exhibit in collaboration with Rethread Denim. The exhibit combines different aspects of the industry, the people involved, the impact on different people and places around the world. The most notable part...
Scrapping Lincoln Christmas Market not ‘knee-jerk’ decision
City of Lincoln Council has hit back at claims that ditching the city’s Christmas market was ‘a knee-jerk reaction to bad planning’. Council leader Ric Metcalfe said: “We have in part reacted to a particular crowded event this year, but this has been a growing trend. We’ve tracked the figures...
Lincoln Lottery Fund Raises £10K for Local Causes
Lincoln’s good causes have had the opportunity to put themselves forward to be entered into a draw to win £10K. The Lincoln Community Lottery Fund has been running for four years, over which it has been able to raise over £160,000 for various charities. This year £10K has been collected...
Go green and represent the Imps in UK’s biggest climate action football campaign
Photo: A young Lincoln City fan scoring a goal at the LNER Stadium's Uni of Lincoln Fan Village. Lincoln City fans can help the club come top of the ‘Planet League’ in a competition which aims to make clubs more environmentally friendly. The club is working with fans in a...
Lincoln leisure centres are facing a bleak winter as energy costs soar
The energy cost crisis is threatening leisure centres and swimming pools with the sports clubs who rely on them to stay open. Clubs could be forced to close or increase their price as most leisure centres are set to reduce their operating hours and increase their price for using their...
Lincoln businesses stand in solidarity with Ukraine
Several businesses in Lincoln have come out in support of Ukraine during their current crisis by boycotting Russian products, cancelling Russian shows and promoting fundraisers. The New Theatre Royal in Lincoln was set to host Russian Opera 'Madama Butterfly' on Saturday, March 19th. However, the theatre issued an official statement...
Lincoln welcomes back rowers after 2 years of COVID frustration
Paddy Ibbotson, president of Lincoln Rowing Club (LRC), was delighted to see the event back on after COVID-19 put a halt to proceedings. “For many this was their first race in over 27 months - thanks to the pandemic - it’s great to get back to competing. “We were keen...
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