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A Century of Valour
Lincoln is a city rich in military history, from the birthplace of the tank to being nicknamed Bomber County in World War Two. The Century of Valour exhibition at The Collection on Danes Terrace celebrates the County’s extensive aviation gallantry over the last 100 years. Displaying stories and artefacts from...
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Lincoln councillor calls for equality following International Women’s Day
Lucinda Preston, City of Lincoln councillor International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, cultural and political achievements of women, saw hundreds of thousands of females take to social media this Sunday to share their experiences and support. The 8th of March has been celebrated...
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Appeal launched in Lincoln to help premature babies
People in Lincoln are being urged to knit blankets for premature babies born at Lincoln County Hospital. The Warm Baby Project provides wool garments for premature babies and is asking for people in Lincolnshire to send in blankets to Lincoln County Hospital. Lincoln County Hospital reached out to the project...
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World Book Day Celebrations!
Schools in Lincolnshire are celebrating the annual World Book Day today. Though not every school is dressing up for the occasion, with some focusing more on book reading and engagement rather than costumes. Ted and Jack from Ayscoughfee Hall School in Spalding however are definitely celebrating. Here they are this morning just before their...
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New Lincoln Transport Strategy launched by Lincolnshire councils
The new Lincoln Transport Strategy has been put into action. The strategy sims to provide a clear vision for the future of transport across the Lincoln area. Developed by Lincolnshire County Council, City of Lincoln Council, North Kesteven District Council and West Lindsey District Council, the purpose of the strategy...
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Students get busy backing Green Week 2020
Green Week 2020 at the University of Lincoln draws to a close tomorrow. Throughout the week, students and staff at the university’s Students' Union have been raising money and helping to save the environment at the same time. The Rags for RAG sale helped raise money...
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Salvation Army opens £227,000 welcoming space for those in need in the city
A new community space in Lincoln aims to help the outreach work with people experiencing homelessness and families with young children carried out by the city's Salvation Army workers. The new building, in High Street, has a range of facilities are free to use for anyone who needs them. They...
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Something old, something new, something borrowed, something… donated?
It’s your big day. You’ve planned everything to the last detail but most importantly, what you’re wearing. The dress shopping is endless. Ball gown or fishtail? Long sleeves or strapless? So many possibilities. But once the big day is done, you’ve worn your dress and looked great in it, what...
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British Walking, 85 Years On
Twenty years ago, a controversial law fifteen years in the making was finally passed in parliament: The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. While not everyone celebrated the change, walkers say it has given them the chance to enjoy more of the countryside they love. Sport England, a national...
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Rising from the ashes, illustrations of new park on site of St. Giles Youth Centre have been released
Nearly four years after the burning down of St. Giles Youth Centre, the City of Lincoln Council have been working with the community to find out what they would like to see in the park being built on the site of the fire.
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National youth strike for climate change
Young people all over the country have joined together today in a fight to provide awareness about the growing issue of climate change. The protest was organised by a group of young climate activists with support from Extinction Rebellion Lincolnshire. Lincolnshire Extinction Rebellion three demands The...
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Lincolnshire Showground challenges council
The county’s biggest agricultural event, The Lincolnshire Show, is under threat after a row with local authorities wanting to end their tax relief benefits. West Lindsey District Council is taking court action to remove the show’s charitable rate relief. The Lincolnshire Agricultural Society (LAS), a non-profit making charitable organisation that...
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