Boston Standard

Boston Standard, formerly known as Lincolnshire Standard, is a weekly newspaper located in Boston, Lincolnshire. Its primary competitor is the Boston Target, another weekly publication owned by Local World. The newspaper is currently under the ownership of Johnston Press and was established in the 19th Century. For many years, it has served as the primary source of news for the Boston community, although the Boston Target also holds a significant presence in the region.

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Springfields Home & Garden event to host expert gardening demonstrations

3 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Adam Whittaker

Springfields Designer Outlet, Spalding is inviting customers to its annual Home & Garden Event, now on in Spalding, Lincolnshire.
Whopping 90% of kids set to tune into Eurovision - thanks to popularity of competition legend Sam Ryder

4 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Donna Lincoln

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA whopping 90 per cent of UK children will be tuning into Eurovision this year - thanks to the so-called 'Sam Ryder effect' sweeping through schools. Young Brits are set to embrace the upcoming Eurovision with open arms (May 13 - May 17) thanks to the widespread popularity of musician Sam Ryder - the UK's highest-scoring Eurovision entrant of all time.
'As electricity demand is set to double, these projects will help us make the most of Britain’s offshore wind'

4 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Chrissie Redford

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowPublic consultations are underway on plans for three subsea and underground electricity links affecting Lincolnshire which National Grid say will power around two million homes with secure and more affordable energy. The consultations will run until June 23 and are part of The Great Grid Upgrade which is said to be the biggest overhaul of the UK electricity network in generations.
Lincolnshire named one of UK’s top solar energy hotspots - where homeowners could be saving more than £800 each year

4 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Megan Fogg

Lincolnshire has been ranked as one of the UK’s leading locations for solar energy potential, with North Kesteven making the top five. The south Lincolnshire district outperformed more than 356 other local authorities across the UK. It heads up a strong showing for Britain’s east coast, with Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex also featuring heavily in the top 10.
GALLERY: More highlights of the Skegness VE/VJ 80 Picnic in the Park

5 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Chrissie Redford

Photographer John Aron was also at the Skegness Royal British Legion VE/VJ 80 Picnic in the Park in Tower Gardens on Saturday and here are a selection of his pictures:
Tractors ready to roll for children's hospice

5 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Dianne Tuckett

This year's tractor road run fundraiser in aid of Andy's Children's Hospice will have the added attraction of supercars and rally cars. Organised by the Market Rasen friends of Andy's, the event will be taking place at Wrights of Willingham in North Willingham this Sunday, May 18. Around 40 cars are expected to create a static display at the venue, something the organising team is looking forward to.
Gainsborough Trinity announce retained list - and here's who is coming and going

5 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Rob Hughes

Gainsborough Trinity have revealed their retained list ahead of the 2024/25 season, with confirmation that ten players will remain at the club. Fresh deals have been struck with experienced quintet Bobby Johnson, Lewis Butroid, Aaron Simpson & Fraser Preston. Jordan Helliwell, Javelle Clarke Sisa Tuntulwana and goalkeeper, David Robson are also all under contract.
Lincolnshire Police's chief constable's message to new recruits after last-minute funding

5 days ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Jamie Waller

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowLincolnshire Police’s chief constable has said the force is still a “great career” as the force unfreezes recruitment. More than a dozen people who expected to become Police Constables had their offers cancelled in January due to severe budget problems. The force has now been granted temporary six-month funding of £5.7m to reopen applications, meaning 80 new officers will be joining the force this year.
Veterans to get specialised healthcare

1 week ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

The Health and Social Care Secretary has sent a direct message to armed forces veterans and families in Lincolnshire pledging improved and targeted healthcare, as the nation marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day. The new programme will see NHS staff receiving dedicated training to help them identify and support patients with military backgrounds. GPs, doctors and NHS nurses will work with regional trainers to make sure they embed this support into their services.
New council begins assessing nuclear partnership membership

1 week ago | lincolnshireworld.com | Andy Hubbert

A formal decision will be made on the County Council’s membership of a partnership arrangement linked to potnetial nuclear waste facility on the coast of Lincolnshire next month. Prior to the local elections, former Conservative Leader of the Council had signalled a potential withdrawal from Nuclear Waste Services’ Community Partnership scheme.