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The importance of preserving Corporation Bridge for future generations

“Corporation Bridge is one of Grimsby’s survivors and a reminder of our town’s great maritime past,” says David Ornsby, operations manager at Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre and part of the Special Interest Group for Corporation Bridge. “The bridge is one of the best examples of its kind and was built by one of the most…

1 year ago | General
Corporation Bridge - removal of Concrete

‘My whole life was in two suitcases’ – brave Inna talks about her experience of fleeing Ukraine with her young daughter and how she has built a life in North East Lincolnshire

More than a year on since the devastating invasion of Ukraine and as we mark International Women’s Day, we speak to Inna Rengach who fled her home country with her little girl, not quite knowing what would lie ahead. “It’s still hard,” Inna began, as she tried to hold back her emotions. Waking at 5am…

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Inna outside Grimsby Town Hall where the Ukrainian flag flies

The Great Escape restoration underway

Work has begun to install new windows and doors at the former Consolidated Fisheries building on the Port of Grimsby, now occupied by The Great Escape run by Creative Start CIC. It’s part of the Partnership Scheme in Conservation Areas (PSiCA) grant work in the port known affectionately as the Kasbah. The work will see…

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Sam Delaney

Be inspired to stub it out by these local ex-smokers

EX-SMOKERS from Grimsby and Cleethorpes have shared their experiences of quitting the habit and what it’s meant to them – and if they can do it, you can too! Ahead of this year’s No Smoking Day, on Wednesday 8 March, the local people are hoping their personal stories will encourage others to seek help and…

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Everyone’s a winner in the Civic Awards 2023

Thank you to everyone who made a nomination in the Civic Awards 2023. The judges met and had the daunting task of creating a shortlist from 230 fantastic nominations. Congratulatory messages were sent to everyone who was nominated, and the shortlisted winners are invited to a celebratory awards ceremony at Grimsby Town Hall.  Now in…

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Civic Award winners medal

Get planning your Coronation activities!

The Coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023, is an exciting event for the United Kingdom, and it is a great opportunity for children to learn about their country’s history and traditions. According to the official resources on coronation.gov.uk, there are many ways in which you can get involved and learn about this…

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Coronation emblem 2023

Antisocial Behaviour is focus of major conference

ANTISOCIAL Behaviour and how to tackle the root causes in North East Lincolnshire is under the spotlight at a major conference today (Monday March 6). Humberside Police Superintendent Paul French has joined council, community, and business leaders in what is the largest post-COVID conference of its kind in the borough. More than 100 people from…

1 year ago | General
A photo from the recent ASB Conference

Elections 2023: Candidate and Election Agent Briefing Session – NELC Ward and Parish Council Elections on 4 May 2023

In preparation for the elections on Thursday, 4 May, North East Lincolnshire Council is holding face-to-face briefing sessions for prospective candidates who are considering standing for election, as well as their election agents. This year, there are elections in each council ward. Additionally, positions at Town and Parish Councils across the borough are all up…

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Can you help boost creative and heritage projects?

Grimsby Creates crowdfunding scheme is currently supporting 12 projects to try to make them a reality. The projects seeking funding are based within arts, heritage and culture and include opportunities to support young people in the borough, music and comedy events, sculptures and digital activities. One project has already reached its target, raising more than…

1 year ago | General