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#Scunthorpe

Become a foster carer this New Year graphic. With a dad and soon learning to ride a bike.
“Endless Pots of Love” – Kate and Mark’s Fostering Story.
5 January 2026

For years, Kate and Mark had quietly carried the thought of fostering in their hearts. Their own children were growing…

Have your say - Scunthorpe General Hospital.
Have your say: Residents asked to help shape future investments...
5 January 2026

Following the announcement that the Government will not intervene in NHS plans to strip services from Scunthorpe hospital, North Lincolnshire…

Cluse up of a light-up taxi sign on a car roof
Court backs council decision to revoke Scunthorpe taxi...
19 December 2025

A Scunthorpe taxi driver who was caught speeding and watching videos while driving with a passenger failed in his attempt…

Hands holding a model house
Deal done: New supported living scheme will help people live...
16 December 2025

Twenty-five new homes for people with additional needs will be delivered in Scunthorpe, as the council unlocks redevelopment of the…

Cllr Rob Waltham talking to Cllr Neil Poole on the latest News Direct podcast.
“Leave it better than you found it”: Cllr Neil Poole on...
16 December 2025

Councillor Neil Poole is the latest guest on News Direct, the podcast, sharing a deeply personal story rooted in North…

Top of terraced houses
Council steps in to protect Old Crosby’s charm – and demands...
10 December 2025

Residents in Old Crosby will be asked to help shape plans to restore pride, raise standards and better protect the…

Cllr's, fostering staff and fostering community members at the fostering film showcase event
Could you give the gift of home in 2026 for a local child in...
25 November 2025

The fostering team at North Lincolnshire Council are launching their heartfelt Christmas campaign, Give the Gift of Home, celebrating the power of family, care and belonging.  The campaign shines a light…

A graphic for the Christmas lights switch on in Scunthorpe 2025
A magical day for the whole community – Scunthorpe...
21 November 2025

Scunthorpe town centre will come alive with festive fun this November as the community gathers for the 2025 Christmas lights…

Active Ageing - Armed Forces Hub - group picture.
Honouring service: Veterans benefit from a day of support and...
18 November 2025

North Lincolnshire’s Armed Forces community took the spotlight recently as veterans aged 66 and above and their carers gathered at…

Fostering team at our Kinship care brunch.
The Fostering Team are shining a light on Kinship Care and...
15 October 2025

Last week (6–12 October) was Kinship Care Week, a national celebration of kinship families across England and Wales. Kinship carers…

Tom foster child with fostering family after winning his running race
Tom’s race with new foster carers
9 October 2025

Foster carers who help our children reach for the stars. That is the message of an inspiring new fostering film…

Cllr Rob Waltham with the Imaginarium's Tracy and Lee Moxon outside Elizabeth's Quarter
Imaginarium restaurant set to bring its magic to Scunthorpe’s...
7 October 2025

A spectacular new dining experience is coming to the heart of Scunthorpe – with the team behind The Imaginarium announcing plans…

Rob Waltham stood in Church Square
Help shape a new future for communities in Scunthorpe
26 September 2025

Scunthorpe residents are being urged to get involved in shaping the future of their neighbourhoods – deciding what matters most…

Children and Families one workforce graphic.
Community Care collaboration showcases children’s social care...
23 September 2025

In an exciting new partnership with Community Care – the UK’s leading platform for the social work sector – North…

Image announcing Barton cricket club as fostering friendly members From Left to Right Andrew Tester, Club President. Julie Reed, Cabinet Member for Childrens and Families, Laurissa Reynolds Marketing and Communication officer for fostering, Paul Bell, Vice Chairman and 1st Team Player.
Barton Cricket Club steps up to support fostering in North...
5 September 2025

Barton Cricket Club has become the latest organisation to be recognised as Fostering Friendly in North Lincolnshire, joining a growing…