Andy Hubbert

6 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

A shopkeeper with stores in Sleaford and Cheltenham has been sentenced to six months in prison and ordered to pay £11,700 in costs thanks to a Trading Standards investigation. Lincolnshire Police officers seized thousands of illegal vapes and cigarettes in raids at Karwan Dewari Khatab’s Fresh Fruit and Grocery store on Southgate in Sleaford between September 2023 and February 2024, when the shop was closed by court order.

6 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

An eight-year-old boy from Louth has completed 50 miles of cycling to raise hundreds of pounds for two issues close to his heart. Jay Kieran has ADHD and trauma issues but vowed to cycle 50 miles throughout April and May. Completing his ride he has raised £617 – smashing his £500 JustGiving page target, to be shared evenly Lincolnshire Wildlife Park trust and Echo Homeless outreach. He had raised over £300 before he even started explained Clare Kieran, his adopted mum.

6 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

Lincolnshire Police say they have arrested a 39-year-old man on suspicion of dealing Class A drugs following a warrant executed at a property in Sleaford. The arrest was made in Brydone Way, off Grantham Road, on Friday morning (May 30), and was said to be part of a response to community concerns over drugs supply in the area. Officials from North Kesteven District Council supported the operation, responding to concerns about the condition of the property and environmental issues.

1 week ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

Organisers have said they had a fantastic couple of days for the 64th Carrington Rally. After months of preparation, the rally organisers were absolutely delighted to welcome families and enthusiasts from across the country to their annual heritage celebration. Originally starting in 1961, Carrington Rally is run completely by a team of volunteers who are dedicated to keeping the traditional heritage show magic running for new generations to experience.

1 week ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

Coun Alison Snookes has been elected as the new Mayor of Sleaford and chairman of the Town Council. At the Annual Meeting of Sleaford Town Council held on May 21, Coun Snookes was elected for the new mayoral year 2025/2026. She thanked councillors for their unanimous support, saying: “I will work hard and do my best for you and the community.”She replaces outgoing Mayor, Councillor David Suiter.