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August 2021

Programme of highway drainage maintenance to start this month

Routine drainage maintenance to a number of highway drains in Grimsby is due to start from Monday 23 August. The maintenance work is essential to reduce the risk of flooding on the public highway and allow engineers to inspect the drainage systems and any occurrences of flooding in the area.   The programme of works…

3 years ago | General

Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre re-awarded Sandford Award for another five years

Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre has once again been awarded the Sandford Award for Heritage Education as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. The centre has received the award for the high quality of their education provision to visiting school groups. The award, which is issued by the Heritage Education Trust and Bishop Grosseteste University, lasts for…

3 years ago | General
The front of the building of Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre

Self-isolation rules: What’s changed?

As the Government continues with its roadmap out of lockdown, today marks the end of the so called ‘pingdemic’ – meaning people under 18 or double vaccinated don’t have to isolate if they have had contact with someone with COVID-19. But what, in reality does this mean…. What is changing today? You will no longer…

3 years ago | COVID-19

Cycle Superhighway update

The final works between Grimsby A180 Westgate and Lockhill roundabout are almost complete. This section of the Cycle Superhighway will soon be finalised once works to extend the height of the safety barrier on both sides of the carriageway on the flyover at Lockhill roundabout are complete. This is to ensure the safety of cyclists….

3 years ago | Roads, parking and transport

Children’s homes leading the way with Government pilot scheme

A number of children’s homes in North East Lincolnshire are taking part in a Government pilot scheme to improve the lives of looked after children. North East Lincolnshire Council is responsible for the care of a number of vulnerable children – many of whom live in children’s homes around the area. Now, the Council has…

3 years ago | Children and families
A photo of one of the eco-dwellings.

Could you host a Changing Places toilet?

Toilet facilities that are open and inclusive to disabled people are an important step in making our communities more accessible, and now Government funding is being offered to create more of these facilities. Community groups, businesses and town and parish councils are being encouraged to bid through their Local Authority for funding to create more…

3 years ago | Business and investment

Memories of the Kasbah wanted

Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community, and history as part of the national Heritage Open Days scheme. It is an opportunity for people to see hidden places free of charge, and find out more about their local area. This year events will take place…

3 years ago | Town Deal
A photo of the Kasbah on Grimsby Docks