Council News
New play park opens in Barton – built by local families, for...
Families in Barton-upon-Humber have a brand new place to play this Easter, as the transformed Baysgarth Park play area opens…
Burringham Bypass moves forward – plans submitted for...
Plans to finally connect Scunthorpe’s southern motorway junction to the rest of the town have now been submitted – marking…
New ante & post natal classes launch at NL Active
NL Active is launching new ante & post natal fitness classes at The Pods, Scunthorpe. They are designed to support women through…
One less bill to worry about: 12 months council tax removed for...
Working-age residents in North Lincolnshire facing terminal illness will no longer have to worry about a council tax bill, under…
Brigg Passion Play 2026 to bring community together in Good...
A major community event, Brigg Passion Play, is taking place on Good Friday, 3 April 2026 transforming Brigg town centre…
NL Active celebrates Active Carers Day on April 15 2026
Active Carers Day on 15 April is a national day of celebration for carers and the power of movement. If…
Five towns. One Scunthorpe – bid submitted for UK Town of...
A bid has been submitted to bring UK Town of Culture 2028 to Scunthorpe, with residents and businesses across North…
We’re not monkeying around – primate owners need a licence
If you’re the proud owner of a monkey, lemur or any other primate, there’s an important change coming – and…
Community power: New playground brings smiles to South Ferriby
Children in South Ferriby are enjoying a fantastic revamped playground, thanks to a community grant. South Ferriby Parish Council was…
Council grant supports new wellbeing programme for young people...
Young people in Scunthorpe are benefitting from sports sessions and a residential trip thanks to a £4,810 grant awarded by…
Nature and water set for revival in Barton – residents invited...
Residents in Barton upon Humber are being invited to help shape an ambitious new project to bring nature, water and…
Brumby and Axholme Central by-election results have been...
The by-elections held on 26 March 2026 for Brumby Unitary and Axholme Central Unitary Wards are complete and the results…
Council shares residents’ firm ‘No’ to...
North Lincolnshire Council has formally submitted its response to the Government’s consultation on plans to reshape local government across Greater…
Blooming amazing: Communities across North Lincolnshire set to...
Dozens of towns and villages across North Lincolnshire will be brought to life this summer, with fresh planting set to…
Future strengthened for Scunthorpe United as long-term lease on...
The future of Scunthorpe United has been strengthened further after the club agreed a new 10-year lease for training facilities…
Youngsters bring ‘Keep it Green’ project to life with £5k...
Young people in North Lincolnshire are already making a visible difference in their community – with a new youth-led project…
Inclusive, supportive, successful: Ofsted applauds North...
North Lincolnshire Council is celebrating exceptional feedback following the most recent Ofsted inspection of its Adult Education and Community Learning provision. The…
College Road repair work set to begin this spring after design...
Residents in East Halton will soon see progress on plans to repair and strengthen College Road, with the project moving…
Solar power plan creates more sustainable future for Isle...
A leisure centre on the Isle of Axholme is set to slash its energy bills, securing its long-term future after…
Ditch the boxes – simpler recycling comes early to every home...
Residents across North Lincolnshire can stop using recycling boxes and start putting everything in their burgundy bins. Paper, glass and…
Heating oil costs spike – cash support on the way for...
Rural households across North Lincolnshire who rely on heating oil are set to receive extra help – with funding on…
Hop into fun at NL Active!
This Easter, from 3 to 20 April, let the kids spring into action with an Easter holiday filled with fun,…
Council supports puppet club for young people with additional...
Young people in Scunthorpe with additional needs have been taking part in a unique creative project thanks to a £4,611…
Investment in older people’s travel keeps lifeline for 25,000...
Thousands of older and disabled residents will continue to benefit from free and extended bus and rail travel in North…