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Sharp rise in drivers using the wrong fuel

Sharp rise in drivers using the wrong fuel

There has been a dramatic rise in the number of drivers 'misfuelling' their cars since panic buying at the pumps started, says the AA.

'Don't blame the media for panic buying'

'Don't blame the media for panic buying'

Our editorial director defends the media after being accused of causing the panic buying of fuel.

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Plans for 199 new homes in village

Plans for 199 new homes in village

A planning application has been submitted for a 199 house development in a village near Stamford and Bourne.
Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions

Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions

The mother of a teenager who died from a heart condition has praised the community for supporting a project encouraging organ donation.
9 ways to help save the fuel in your car

9 ways to help save the fuel in your car

Looking to make the petrol or diesel in your car last longer? Motoring experts say there is plenty drivers can do. Here's some top tips:

Flying Scotsman steams through area

Flying Scotsman steams through area

A special visitor paid a flying visit to the area over the weekend.

Surgery team among best in the country

Surgery team among best in the country

Patient feedback has placed a surgery team in the top five per cent nationally.

BUSINESS

Plans for 199 new homes in village

Plans for 199 new homes in village

A planning application has been submitted for a 199 house development in a village near Stamford and Bourne.
Business helps provide safe space

Business helps provide safe space

Staff at a Bourne-based business have got their hands dirty to help provide a safe space for youngsters.

Views wanted on supermarket plans

Views wanted on supermarket plans

Supermarket giant Lidl has announced plans for a new store and will be asking residents for their views.

Awards for businesses at Chelsea Flower Show
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CRIME

Burglary trio targeting homes

Burglary trio targeting homes

Police are linking eight burglaries which have taken place in the area during the last week.
Scammers posing as court bailiffs prompts warning

Scammers posing as court bailiffs prompts warning

Fraudsters pretending to be from the courts service are attempting to scam people out of money they're told they owe, say government officials.

Warning over fake Wetherspoon offer which wants your details

Warning over fake Wetherspoon offer which wants your details

Social media users are being warned about fake free meal deals pretending to be from pub chain Wetherspoon.

Vandals turn to baked beans in latest viral internet stunt

Vandals turn to baked beans in latest viral internet stunt

Yobs are turning to baked beans in the latest criminal craze to hit the internet and Tik Tok, prompting warnings from police and to dog owners.

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HEALTH

Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions

Surgery team among best in the country

Surgery team among best in the country

Patient feedback has placed a surgery team in the top five per cent nationally.
Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim

Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim

The sister of a talented cyclist who died from a rare cancer has taken on a marathon challenge to fund more research into the disease.
Covid death recorded

Covid death recorded

Another covid death has been recorded in South Kesteven, despite the district having a low infection rate compared to the rest of the country.
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TRANSPORT

Sharp rise in drivers using the wrong fuel

Sharp rise in drivers using the wrong fuel

There has been a dramatic rise in the number of drivers 'misfuelling' their cars since panic buying at the pumps started, says the AA.

'Don't blame the media for panic buying'

'Don't blame the media for panic buying'

Our editorial director defends the media after being accused of causing the panic buying of fuel.

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9 ways to help save the fuel in your car

9 ways to help save the fuel in your car

Looking to make the petrol or diesel in your car last longer? Motoring experts say there is plenty drivers can do. Here's some top tips:

Flying Scotsman steams through area

Flying Scotsman steams through area

A special visitor paid a flying visit to the area over the weekend.

Read more Transport news

POLITICS

General Election 2019: Conservatives sweep the board locally and nationally

General Election 2019: Conservatives sweep the board locally and nationally

The candidates in the five constituencies covered by the Mercury have been officially announced tonight - find out who they are.
There are ways to keep warm this winter despite reports of rise in global gas prices

There are ways to keep warm this winter despite reports of rise in global gas prices

Stamford and Bourne MP Gareth Davies discusses global gas demand, firefighters and appointment on Treasury Select Committee.
Economic uncertainty could put plans at risk

Economic uncertainty could put plans at risk

Major plans for Lincolnshire could be put on hold as the economy suffers short term pain.

Councillors ignore warnings to save historical bridge

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EDUCATION

Surprise for pupils returning to school

Surprise for pupils returning to school

Pupils at a primary school returned from their summer break to discover a new outdoor area where they can learn and play.
Secondary school open evenings

Secondary school open evenings

Secondary school staff are opening the doors to prospective pupils at a series of open evenings.
‘The lack of school transport is ludicrous’

‘The lack of school transport is ludicrous’

A woman is calling on the council to tackle historic village transport issues.

Scout Association launches Squirrels for early years children

Scout Association launches Squirrels for early years children

Children aged just four and five will now be able to join the Scout Association as it launches its first new group for 35 years.

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