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'Quarry lorries would have intolerable impact on our lives'

Lorries rumbling through a village to gain access to a new quarry would have an “intolerable impact” on residents’ lives.

Beekeepers warn people to look out for vicious Asian hornets

Beekeepers are urging people to be on the lookout for vicious Asian hornets which can grow to three times the size of a common wasp.

Badger culling to be allowed in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire to stop spread of TB in cattle

Up to 70,000 badgers could be shot this year in an effort to stop bovine TB which sees 30,000 cattle slaughtered annually.

Skip company's planning application for new site recommended for refusal

Plans to use land outside Bourne for processing up to 75,000 tonnes of waste each year are recommended for refusal.

Separate paper and card collection for homes by 2024

Lincolnshire's separate paper and card collection is set to be rolled out to South Kesteven, after a recent trial was a huge success.

Views wanted on ‘guide' to shape future building developments

People are invited to comment on a document which could help shape a town’s future development.

North American monster invades British waters

An invasive green monster is creeping its way through the area’s watercourses, leaving ducks waist-deep in weed and forcing out native plants.

'I've never known such a good spring or summer for rare butterflies'

A Rippingale nature enthusiast is urging people to keep their eyes peeled for rare species of butterfly.

Best Kept Village judges deliver glowing reports

Early feedback from SKDC's Best Kept Village judging confirms that the district's rural communities are in fine shape.

Concerns over algae at pond

A charity has responded to concerns surrounding algae on St Peter’s Pool in Bourne.

Big Clean initiative starts again to tidy streets

The popular Big Clean initiative is back up and running in South Kesteven and aiming to complete an updated summer schedule.

Report sets benchmark for council's carbon reduction pledge

South Kesteven District Council has published report by Carbon Trust.

Pigeons make unwelcome deposits at bank

A bank in Bourne has been dealing with some unwelcome deposits - from the local pigeons.

More waste will be accepted at the tip

More waste will be accepted at the county's tips from next week.

Demand for water hots up

Anglian Water is asking customers in Stamford and Bourne to be water wise even when temperatures dip.

More time slots release for click and tip

More than 17,000 time slots have been released for residents to get rid of their rubbish.

ENVIRONMENT

Hundreds sign petition against homes plan on 'wildlife haven and heritage site'

'Quarry lorries would have intolerable impact on our lives'

'Quarry lorries would have intolerable impact on our lives'

Beekeepers warn people to look out for vicious Asian hornets

Beekeepers warn people to look out for vicious Asian hornets

Badger culling to be allowed in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire to stop spread of TB in cattle

Badger culling to be allowed in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire to stop spread of TB in cattle

Skip company's planning application for new site recommended for refusal

Skip company's planning application for new site recommended for refusal

Separate paper and card collection for homes by 2024

Separate paper and card collection for homes by 2024

Views wanted on ‘guide' to shape future building developments

Views wanted on ‘guide' to shape future building developments

North American monster invades British waters

North American monster invades British waters

'I've never known such a good spring or summer for rare butterflies'

'I've never known such a good spring or summer for rare butterflies'

Best Kept Village judges deliver glowing reports