Sleaford Standard - News Feed

Strike action at RAF College Cranwell

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:10:14 GMT

Pickets will be appearing outside the gates of RAF College Cranwell from midnight tonight marking their first 24 hour strike over pay - the same day that the base receives a visit from Prince Michael of Kent for the officers graduation ceremony.

We want your videos for a very special summer project we are putting together!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:25:05 GMT

The longest day of the year is almost here – and we want you to help us celebrate the Summer Solstice!

Canine crime fighter back to his best after op

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:25:55 GMT

A four-legged crime fighter is ruling the roost once more after coming back from the brink of a life-threatening illness.

Sleaford man charged with assault with intent to rob

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:23:05 GMT

A Sleaford man accused of assault with intent to rob was today (Wednesday) remanded in custody at Lincoln Crown Court.

LINCOLNSHIRE SHOW 2013: Latest news from the showground

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:22:11 GMT

The 129th Lincolnshire Show is underway and more than 60,000 visitors are expected during the course of today and tomorrow.

Coronation Street star re-opens Lloyds

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:22:57 GMT

A familiar face to soap fans was in town earlier today to re-open the newly refurbished Lloyds TSB bank.

Garden party raised cash for flowers

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:31:32 GMT

The sun shone on the annual Sleaford in Bloom Garden Party.

Drink-drive clamp down results so far

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:40:20 GMT

Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership has reported 43 people have been arrested in the county for drink or drug driving related motoring offences as part of Operation Blackwater.

District by election candidates announced

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:00:56 GMT

A by election for the North Kesteven District Council seat vacated by Peter Haysum in Sleaford Holdingham Ward will take place on Thursday July 11.

Two arrested after chase

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:03:58 GMT

Two men have been arrested after a police chase around Sleaford.

Power tools stolen from village hall

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:03:13 GMT

Burglars have broken into North Kyme Village Hall sometime between 4pm on Thursday and 7am the following morning and taken a Makita drill set, a Stihl saw and a laser level.

VIDEO - School enjoys a Big Lunch date

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:59:15 GMT

A village school combined ukuleles, tractors and teas at their recent garden party to join in with a nationwide initiative.

Racing and bingo for CF

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:20:22 GMT

Plans are in place for two fund raisers coming up in aid of a local Cystic Fibrosis charity.

Children explore Lollycocks depths

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:01:28 GMT

To help keep children on their half term break entertained, the team at Countryside NK held a pond dipping event on Friday May 31 to give youngsters a fun and educational experience.

Sleaford MP speaks out on illegal raves

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:59:27 GMT

The MP for Sleaford and North Hykeham has spoken out in the Commons about cracking down on illegal raves.

VIDEO - Queen’s Birthday Reception at RAF College Cranwell

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:07:23 GMT

The Standard’s Andy Hubbert and Rachel Grafton were among invited guests to the Queen’s Birthday Reception at RAF College Cranwell on Wednesday.

Timberland woman to become MBE

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:08:42 GMT

A Timberland woman has been given an honour in The Queen’s Birthday Honours list for her dedication to care in the county.

County’s traffic lights to be more energy saving

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:16:46 GMT

New energy saving lamps in traffic lights are set to reduce the county’s carbon footprint and help save money.

Blooming lovely 90th birthday for Interflora

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:39:53 GMT

A household name in floristry, whose UK headquarters happens to be based in Sleaford, is celebrating a landmark 90 years in business.

Event to inform public on solar park

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:03:30 GMT

People in Sleaford and the surrounding villages are invited to find out more about palns to turn a chicken farm into an Eco Park.