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Galentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day can often prove to be stressful time, but fear not! Today offers an alternative for those wishing to celebrate the other special relationships in their lives. It’s Galentine’s Day! via GIPHY Today marks 10 years since Galentine’s was first popularised by the fictional character, Leslie Knope. The ‘Parks...
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Boultham Park restoration project starts second phase
The Boutham park restoration project, which is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is due to enter its second phase. The £1.17 million scheme is aimed at improving biodiversity in the area and restoring the historic lake that makes up part of the scenery. The first phrase of the...
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Is the threat to street trees real?
Street trees which are considered the 'lungs of the city' can now be saved from felling thanks to a new charter in Lincoln. The Tree Charter, which is promoted by the Woodland Trust, has been supported by the City of Lincoln Council and will help preserve vital greenery and plant...
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Petrol and Hybrid car ban to come into force in 15 years
The sale of Petrol, Diesel and Hybrid powered cars will be banned from as early as 2035, announces PM. Boris Johnson made the declaration at the UN’s annual climate change meeting. This year the meeting (COP26) was held in Glasgow on Tuesday. The ban is due to come into force...
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Lincoln Mental Health Service saved by National Lottery Grant
As part of celebrating its 34th Birthday, the National Lottery have saved a Lincoln metal health charity by awarding it £185,000. Involve@Lincoln aims to tackle homelessness and mental illness. Involve@Lincoln offers counselling, training and support to people in the area suffering with their mental health. The...
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DJ Sonny Fodera is heading to Lincoln
Sonny Fodera, one of the biggest DJs in the world is coming to The Engine Shed this Saturday (February 8th). Sonny Fodera's latest single Rise The Australian DJ will be performing an exclusive set including special guests such as Damon Hess, Biddy & Chafe and Toddy...
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Latest Lincoln restaurant closure hits student workers
The closure of a restaurant chain on the Brayford Waterfront has left students struggling to find work in Lincoln. Many students need part-time jobs to support their life while at university. Retail, restaurants and leafleting are among the popular choices for students who study full time. Handmade Burger Co went...
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What is Lincoln doing for LGBT history month?
February was names LGBT+ history month in 1994 in the United States. Now, Lincoln Students are celebrating the event with open panel discussions about inclusivity in university. Lincoln's Student's Union are holding events all month. The Lincoln University Students Union began a month of celebrations with...
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Lincoln’s New Theatre Royal ready for city’s first age-gap talent show
Charity Age UK Lincoln has founded the area’s first inter-generational talent show amid fears younger generations don’t understand the needs of older people. Age UK caters to people aged 50+ in Lincoln. Photo: Alexandra Keene The Age on the Stage event held auditions this January and announced the...
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Lincoln Makers’ Market back for another year
Lincoln's Makers Market returned this Saturday after being saved by two local craftswomen.
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Million pound tree restoration planned for Boultham Park
The City of Lincoln Council and the National Heritage Lottery Fund are funding a £1.17million tree restoration project at Boultham Park. The project will involve cutting 38 trees down to allow for light, less leaf litter, improved water quality, habitat options and biodiversity. The restoration process for planting the trees...
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Lincolnshire Police saves lives with the help of just three words
Chief Inspector Steve Williamson. Photo: Sam Steers Lincolnshire Police are using a location app, which can help them find people who are lost in remote locations. The app, called 'What3Words', uses a grid of three by three meter squares, each of which contains three unique...
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