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Council News

Boy warms hands above the electric oil radiator
Heating oil costs spike – cash support on the way for...
18 March 2026

Rural households across North Lincolnshire who rely on heating oil are set to receive extra help – with funding on…

Group picture of The Way Youth Club with Rob and Julie at the Connect Church on Ashby Road.
Council supports puppet club for young people with additional...
17 March 2026

Young people in Scunthorpe with additional needs have been taking part in a unique creative project thanks to a £4,611…

A picture of council leader, Cllr Rob Waltham, and Cllr Julie Reed
Investment in older people’s travel keeps lifeline for 25,000...
16 March 2026

Thousands of older and disabled residents will continue to benefit from free and extended bus and rail travel in North…

Council leader Rob Waltham, MP Martin Vickers, Cllr Keith Vickers, and Cllr Paul Vickers at Waters' Edge
Waters’ Edge set for 20th anniversary makeover
6 March 2026

A much-loved local landmark is set for a fresh chapter as Waters’ Edge Country Park & Visitor Centre receives new…

An image of a cheque being presented at Bottesford MUGA
Game on for Bottesford as community grant helps kickstart new...
5 March 2026

Plans are taking shape for a new multi-use games area (MUGA) in Bottesford, with North Lincolnshire Council awarding £20,000 through…

Cllr Rob Waltham.
Budget 2026: Balanced budget protects and backs North...
24 February 2026

North Lincolnshire Council has approved a balanced budget that protects vital support for vulnerable residents while continuing to invest in…

HY Racing joins the Fostering Friendly Scheme –...
18 February 2026

North Lincolnshire council’s fostering team are delighted to announce that HY Racing has become the newest member of the Fostering…

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…

Air Fryer, slow cooker and one cup kettle
Hurry now: final free air fryers available for pensioners across...
12 February 2026

Applications have now closed. Pensioners across North Lincolnshire are being urged to act quickly, with just 1,000 free air fryers…

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…