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Council News

Group picture in front of the new clubhouse at Epworth Town Colts football ground.
Game changer for Epworth football club with cash confirmed for...
12 February 2026

More residents across the Isle of Axholme will be able to get in on the action after Epworth Town Colts…

Cllr Rob Waltham and Cllr Martin Vickers outside the Buttercross in Brigg with the new flags.
New flags flying proudly over Brigg’s historic Buttercross
12 February 2026

Brigg’s historic Buttercross is looking its best again, thanks to a community grant that has funded two brand-new flags proudly…

Two ladies collecting their energy saving appliances from their local hub.
Hurry now: final free air fryers available for pensioners across...
12 February 2026

Pensioners across North Lincolnshire are being urged to act quickly, with just 1,000 free air fryers remaining under the council’s…

Group pic of Cllr Rob Waltham, Cllr Julie Reed, Cllr Tim Mitchell and Cllr David Rose.
Promise kept: plan agreed to protect beauty of the Isle of...
5 February 2026

Plans to strengthen the long-term future of the historic Isle of Axholme have been formally approved by North Lincolnshire Council.…

An image of a road with traffic cones laid out.
East Halton works move forward – and the badgers are...
3 February 2026

Works on College Road in East Halton are moving forward, with teams on site and visible progress being made. The scheme,…

Parent and children on a zebra crossing
Safer crossing to protect families and cyclists at Brumby Wood...
2 February 2026

A busy junction used every day by families, cyclists and commuters is getting a safety upgrade this spring.  The new crossing will…

A piece from the ARTIST ROOMS: Jenny Holzer exhibit
World-famous artist Jenny Holzer comes to Scunthorpe – free...
30 January 2026

One of the world’s most influential contemporary artists has arrived in Scunthorpe. Jenny Holzer – renowned for her bold, provocative…

Cllr Rob Waltham and Holme Valley Primary school headteacher, Rachel Stephenson.
From being told “you’re not good enough” to leading an...
30 January 2026

A new episode of the News Direct podcast – Inspiring People – sharing real stories from across North Lincolnshire, shines…

Cllr Tim Mitchell and Cllr David Rose at Owsten Ferry pumping station.
400-year commitment to protect Isle of Axholme homes and...
30 January 2026

Homes, businesses and farmland across the Isle of Axholme will continue to be protected from flooding after North Lincolnshire Council…

A photograph from the opening of Priory Lane Nursery
New nursery opens at Priory Lane School, expanding early years...
29 January 2026

A new nursery has opened at Priory Lane Community School, boosting early years provision for local families and creating more…

A picture from outside Scunthorpe Hospital
Council leader tightens grip on NHS bosses as hospital changes...
29 January 2026

The leader of North Lincolnshire Council has stepped in to further protect local residents as the NHS starts rolling out…

Cllr Carl Sherwood and Cllr Rob Waltham in Brigg high street.
Resurfacing works to deliver a smoother, safer driving...
28 January 2026

Residents and motorists in Brigg can expect a noticeably smoother and safer driving experience following confirmation of a major programme…

Have Your Say - Let's protect, restore and raise standards in Old Crosby's historic heart.
Have your say: The future of Old Crosby’s historic heart
27 January 2026

Residents in Old Crosby are being invited to have their say on plans to protect, restore and raise standards across…

hands on a steering wheel
Common-sense speed changes proposed to protect villages and...
27 January 2026

Residents and road users are being invited to have their say on proposed changes to speed limits on sections of…

Woman filling a glass up with water.
“Get your act together” – council leader demands...
27 January 2026

The leader of North Lincolnshire Council has demanded urgent action from regional water providers after repeated supply failures have affected communities…