A HUGELY successful scheme investing in heritage assets around the historic quarter of the Port of Grimsby recently came to an end, but with hopes that funding may be found for a “PSiCA Phase Two”. The “PSiCA” (Partnership Schemes in Conservation Areas) fund has been delivered as part of the Greater Grimsby Heritage Action Zone…
3 days ago | General
The first national memorial service for fisherman has been held in Grimsby. Held at the Lost Fisherman’s Memorial in St James’ Square, Grimsby, families of those lost at sea were joined by a number of people laying wreaths in memory. The event, organised by charity the Fisherman’s Mission, saw large crowds gather in the square…
3 days ago | Culture, events and tourism
Three people were arrested; five fixed penalty notices issued and 40 drivers spoken to about driving regulations in the town centre as part of the second day of action for Op Mastery. The new taskforce saw Humberside Police officers join forces with North East Lincolnshire Council’s Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) team, the Environmental Enforcement Waste Investigations…
4 days ago | Enforcement
By definition, Environmental Sustainabilityis about maintaining balance and conserving natural resources, but at North East Lincolnshire Council it’s far more. From applying for grants to getting down and dirty planting trees, there is more to it than meets the eye. This planting season, which runs throughout late February and March, 416 trees will be placed…
5 days ago | Environment and community safety
AN ANNUAL event held to raise the profile of foster care and how it can transform lives, this year’s national Foster Care Fortnight will celebrate the achievements of foster carers and the children in their care. As we approach this year’s event, North East Lincolnshire’s fostering team is holding a number of public and private…
6 days ago | Children and families
Thousands of wetland birds are stopping off along our coastline at this time of year as they make the exhausting journey north to their Arctic breeding grounds. Ringed Plovers, Sanderlings, Dunlin, Whimbrel, Grey Plovers and Redshank are just a few of the birds who depend on the Humber Estuary to refuel on their way north…
6 days ago | General
DRAFT designs to transform Cleethorpes Market Place and Pier Gardens will go on show next week with businesses, residents and visitors urged to have their say on the planned multi-million-pound schemes. The two popular areas are set to be rejuvenated, supported by the Government’s Levelling Up Fund. North East Lincolnshire Council was awarded £18.4m for…
6 days ago | Business and investment
NEL Carelink is warning customers to be aware of a telephone scam currently targeting users in the region. Companies are calling vulnerable people in the North East Lincolnshire area and advising them that their equipment will not work due to digital changes. This is not true. They are also asking for payments over the phone, which is…
7 days ago | General
Stop Smoking services in North East Lincolnshire are urging people to take advantage of the support available to help them to quit for good. As new figures from Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) show that smoking is still costing the North East Lincolnshire region £198-million a year, the Wellbeing Service and Swap 2 Stop…
1 week ago | General
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL Publicity of Planning & Related Applications The applications set out in the Schedule below are required to be given wider publicity and public comment is invited. Copies of the applications can be viewed on-line at www.nelincs.gov.uk The reason for publicising each application is indicated after the application number as follows:- (01)…
1 week ago | Planning and development