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Lincolnshire farmer wins second accolade at the Rural Oscars- take a read here http://www.lsjnews.co.uk/lincolnshire-farmer-wins-national-accolade/
*UPDATE- WEDNESDAY 15TH MAY 2024* Lincolnshire’s spud king award winner David Armstrong has claimed one of the top gongs in
Venue curfews, pricey pints and the cost-of-living crisis – clubbing as we know it is in complete decline. Let us know why you think this might be!
View the full article on LSJ News: https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/end-of-an-era-the-death-of-the-uks-notorious-nightlife-scene/
Off-grid living may be popular in the UK but what challenges put this lifestyle, particularly van life, at risk? Read the full story here: https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/how-easy-is-it-to-live-off-the-grid-in-the-uk/
Self-Checkout Crime Spree
New research has found out that 1 in 3 adults in the UK will steal from a self-checkout machine and £500M worth of goods have been stolen in 2023.
For more information go to the LSJ website.
Farmers believe that mental health is the biggest issue in the profession, according to a Government survey. Find out what Lincolnshire's farmers are doing to support each other, the full story will be on LSJ News.
Lincolnshire County Council is struggling to find the money to fix the county's potholes as Executive Councillor for Highways, Richard Davies, says building them is 'extremely expensive'. Find the full story on LSJ soon.
Why do people steal from self-checkouts?
New research has found out that 1 in 3 adults in the UK will steal from a self-checkout machine and £500 million worth of goods have been stolen in 2023. But why are more and more people stealing from stores? Is the cost of living crisis to blame or is something else going on?
For more information stay tuned to the LSJ website.
LSJ News visited a homeless charity to see how the issue is being tackled. Read the full story on LSJ News coming soon.
How will Lincoln's charity shops cope with the loss of income in the first year without a Christmas market?
Charity shop managers and volunteers explain on how their store has been coping without the market.
Read the story here: https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/lincolns-charity-stores-affected-by-no-christmas-market/
Are you looking for a new hobby? A Lincolnshire company is offering free workshops on green woodworking.
Old Wood Organic CIC in Skellingthorpe won £2500 for their workshops from the Lincoln Lottery Community Fund one year ago.
Read more about the project here: https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/one-year-since-lincoln-green-woodworking-class-given-funding/
Has the cancellation of Lincoln's Christmas Market hit local charity shops?
St Barnabas and the British Red Cross all being leading chains and now with a significant lack of tourism, will the charities suffer because of the drop in visitors?
For more information, keep up to date with the LSJ site next week.
Are you looking for a new hobby? You can join a woodworking workshop which has just received lottery cash and has helped teach over 100 people basic carpentry. Old Wood Organic in Lincoln is running affordable workshops. They were granted £2,500 from the Lincoln Lottery Community Fund for their work with the environment. Find out more next week.
The Government has oulined legislation to ban the sale of to***co products. Anyone born after January 1 2009 will never be able to buy the them!
Do you agree with this?
Read the full story here: https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/king-charles-announces-the-to***co-and-vapes-bill-to-ban-the-sale-of-to***co-products/
Are you over-60 and struggling with the cost-of-living?
Soon over 22,000 pensioners in Lincolnshire may be eligible for a share of £3 million to help ease burdens like high energy bills and other rising costs.
You can find out more on LSJ News:
Pensioners in Lincolnshire are due to receive nearly £300 in tax credit from the government to help ease the cost
Since Covid, mental health cases have been on the rise. Rising alongside it is Art Therapy, so come along to a Draw and Drink class with me!
Read more on:
https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/draw-and-drink-art-therapy-and-how-it-helps-mental-health/
Is Lego-mania sweeping through Lincoln's streets?
With a Lego shop open and a new enthusiast club bringing builders closer together, it certainly seems like it.
Find out more on LSJ News ⬇
https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/lincolns-love-for-lego-as-interest-in-the-brick-keeps-building/
Young personal trainer on a mission to make exercise accessible for all wins ‘Heart of the Community’ award. 🏆
Bailey Greetham-Clark, CEO of ‘BeGreatFitness’, coaches boxing and fitness to OAP’s and those with speacial needs. 🥊
The Lincolnshire based awards are for small businesses with big imacts and Bailey’s company is exactly that!
Check out LSJ News for the full story!
Another £1m will go towards fighting violence against women and girls in Lincoln.
Read the full story on LSJ News
https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/another-1m-will-help-fight-violence-against-women-and-girls-in-lincoln/
Lincoln woman speaks out after XL Bully ban.
Dog rescue owner Sally Turzanski called the Government's plans 'preposterous'.
Read the full story on LSJ News
http://www.lsjnews.co.uk/lincoln-woman-speaks-out-after-xl-bully-ban/
Are nights out no longer affordable?
The cost-of-living crisis has pushed prices up across the UK, including Lincoln.
Read more on LSJ News:
Residents and visitors are struggling to pay their bills and enjoy a social life due to the rise of club
Since Covid-19 depression and anxiety has risen significantly.
Art therapy has become a popular choice for many people to relive these feelings.
I will be going along to a draw & drink class next week, keep an eye on LSJ for the story!
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20 year old Bailey Greetham-Clark has won Lincolnshire's 'Heart of the Community Award'. His goal is to make exercise accessible to all despite any social barriers.
The inspirational young man has won multiple awards for his business ‘BeGreatFitness’ which works with the elderly and those with special needs. He acquired TikTok fame gaining 11,000 followers in just one month!
Find the full story on the LSJ News website next week.
We all loved it as kids but do you still play with Lego as an adult? 👨👦
Many people turn to Lego for fun and mental health support, its popularity has soared in recent years. 💭
Full story coming soon on LSJ! 🔜
https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/
A Lincolnshire woman says she would ‘sell her soul’ to keep her XL bully, Barry, after Rishi Sunak confirmed the breed will be banned next year.
Sarah Phoenix said people who keep them in their homes as family pets are responsible owners.
Are you happy about the ban? Do you have a dog that this ban will affect?
Read the story on LSJ News next week.
Next week, we're bringing you the incredible story of a 20,000-strong army of mannequins. From damaged to dashing, these mannequins are brought back to life and have even made their mark on many popular shows.
But beware, the 'Mannequin Mountain' is no ordinary sight, and it's not for the faint of heart! Read the full story on LSJ next week.
Lincolnshire has received an extra £1m to help fight crime. New CCTV cameras will be installed and new anti-social behaviour wardens introduced in Lincoln.
As well as battling anti-social behaviour the schemes will focus on improving safety for women and girls.
Would you consider Lincoln a safe place? Do you think these new measures are necessary? Get in touch and check back for the full story at https://lsjnews.co.uk/
Are you over-60 and struggling with the cost-of-living?
Help may be on its way, as over 22,000 pension-age households in Lincolnshire will soon find themselves eligible for a share of £3 million, thanks to a new government scheme.
We'll be speaking with the City of Lincoln Council about how people can claim this money, and we’ll how it could affect you, next Thursday on LSJ News.
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LSJ News programme 17/03/2022
Happy Christmas from all the team here at LSJ News, we will see you in 2022! 🎄
Final touches and last-minute rehearsals are being made at Lincoln Drill Hall, now known as The Drill. After being closed for a year and it being the first Christmas Panto since 2019, the cast of Aladdin are dancing for joy! Find out more later on LSJ News.
Welcome to the first bulletin of the 2021/22 academic year, presented by our editor Lucy Mills 🎥 #lsjnews #lincoln #lsj
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Find out manager Michael Appleton and winger Anthony Scully’s thoughts as they travel to the Stadium of Light for a place in the Papa John’s Trophy final at Wembley, by reading our story at https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/wembley-beckons-for-lincoln-city-in-black-cats-semi-final-clash/
Lincoln is celebrating 9 years of Fairtrade through an online festival titled: “Choose the World You Want” aiming to highlight the importance of ethically sourced foods. As Café Shanti’s local owner Garry Goddard stresses the impact of Fairtrade: “It’s quite personal.” Is this the world you choose? #Fairtrade #Fairtradefortnight #climatechange #onlinefestival #Lincoln #9yearpartnership
Now, read all about how Johnty has created a community sense, supporting countless students and listen to Kieran Wisemen, Marketing and Events Coordinator at Bishop Grossestes Student Union, #Lincoln, as he shares Johnty’s unusual journey, outlining how he has become the Universities engagement tool to interact and involve the students. #Johnty #catsupport #petsupport #workplacenegagment #engage
Meet Emma and Thomas, two individuals who are not only surviving but thriving in the face of their mental illness. Click the link below to read their inspiring stories. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/it-made-me-feel-like-i-could-offer-that-help-to-someone-else/
Find out why the number of people missing their #COVID-19 vaccinations remains so high in #Lincolnshire by reading our latest story https://www.lsjnews.co.uk/no-shows-remain-high-at-lincolnshire-covid-19-vaccination-centres-2/ #coronavirusvaccine #AstraZeneca #Pfizer #Lincoln #COVID-19vaccine
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