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More than 100 North Lincolnshire children have joined the Imagination Library in the last month, giving them access to a free, high-quality book delivered to their home every month from birth until their fifth birthday. 

A total of 118 children were registered during May, taking the number of children currently benefiting from the scheme across North Lincolnshire to more than 6,800. 

Funded by North Lincolnshire Council, the programme is available free of charge to every child under five and helps families enjoy reading together from the earliest years. 

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “It’s fantastic to see another group of children start their reading journey through the Imagination Library. Reading is one of the most important foundations for learning and development, and by investing in this scheme we are helping to give every child the best possible start in life. 

“We know children who are part of the programme are more likely to be ready for school and develop a lifelong love of reading. I would encourage any family with a child under five who is not yet registered to take just a few minutes to sign up and start receiving their free books.” 

Since launching in North Lincolnshire in 2013, the scheme has delivered more than one million books to local children and now reaches almost 87 per cent of all under-fives in the area. The books are carefully chosen to support language development, imagination and early learning, while creating opportunities for families to read together at home. 

Cllr Carl Sherwood, cabinet member for rural communities and market towns, said: “For many children, these books are their first introduction to the joys of reading. Receiving a book through the post each month is something families really look forward to and it helps create special moments that support learning, confidence and development. 

“We are incredibly proud to continue supporting a programme that is making a real difference to children and families across North Lincolnshire.” 

Libraries across North Lincolnshire have expanded their opening hours by more than 20 per cent over the last decade and now offer a wide range of activities, learning opportunities and support services alongside their traditional book lending service. From helping people get online and develop new skills to providing welcoming spaces for communities to come together, libraries continue to play an important role in everyday life. 

Did you know?

There are 14 libraries in hubs across North Lincolnshire – all offering free access to books, activities, digital support and welcoming community spaces close to home. 

You can visit: 

• Ashby, Barton, Bottesford, Brigg, Broughton, Crowle, Epworth,Goxhill, Haxey, Kirton in Lindsey, Messingham,Park, Riddings, Scunthorpe Central and Winterton. 

With opening hours expanded by more than 20% over the last decade, it’s never been easier to discover everything your local library has to offer. 

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Towns and villages are set to burst into colour this summer after more than £26,000 was awarded to community groups and parish councils helping make the area one of the best-kept places in the country.

From floral displays and hanging baskets to community gardens and village improvements, the funding will help residents transform public spaces, brighten up neighbourhoods and create places residents can be proud to call home.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “When people talk about what makes a place special, it’s often the little things that make the biggest difference – colourful displays, well-kept green spaces, community gardens and villages that clearly take pride in where they live.

“These grants help local communities turn great ideas into reality. They support volunteers, parish councils and community groups who give up their time to make North Lincolnshire even more beautiful – we’ve promised to keep back them and this proof of that.”

The funding will support projects in communities across North Lincolnshire, from Barton and Brigg to Crowle, Epworth, Haxey, Messingham, Winterton and many Isle villages, with local volunteers and community groups playing a vital role in bringing many of the schemes to life.

Cabinet member Cllr Richard Hannigan said: “Behind every colourful display, well-kept planter and community garden are volunteers who care deeply about where they live.

“They don’t do it for recognition. They do it because they want their village, town or neighbourhood to be somewhere people are proud to call home.

“I’d like to thank every volunteer involved in the In Bloom projects across North Lincolnshire. Their hard work helps make our communities brighter, greener and more welcoming for everyone.”

The grants form part of the council’s wider commitment to supporting thriving communities, helping local people take pride in their neighbourhoods and ensuring North Lincolnshire remains one of the most attractive places in the region.

This year’s successful applicants include Belton, Epworth, Owston Ferry, Crowle and Ealand, Amcotts, Haxey, Barton, Brigg, Broughton, Gunness, Winterton, Thornton Curtis, Ulceby, Messingham and many more communities across North Lincolnshire.

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Latest public notices publicise plans for 16 homes in Messingham, and a premises licence application for a convenience store unit in Cleethorpes

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Plans to finally connect Scunthorpe’s southern motorway junction to the rest of the town have now been submitted – marking a major step towards delivering the long-awaited link.

The proposed road will connect the M181 roundabout directly to Burringham Road, turning what has long been seen as a standalone junction into a working southern gateway.

If approved, drivers in Ashby, Bottesford, Burringham, Yaddlethorpe and Messingham will benefit from a faster, more direct route to the motorway – easing pressure on Berkeley Circle and improving traffic flow across the town.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This is a big step forward – we know residents have been asking for years where that roundabout leads and now we know. This is how this will be turned into a proper route.

“We’ve done the groundwork and secured the funding – now it’s right that the plans go through the proper planning process. This will be considered independently, as it should be, but what we’ve done is make sure everything is in place to deliver it.

The scheme will be delivered by Keepmoat and is funded through the Local Regeneration Fund, with funding confirmed as part of the council’s approved budget.

This latest milestone follows continued investment in the local road network, focused on keeping traffic moving and supporting growth across North Lincolnshire.

Cllr Neil Poole, deputy leader and cabinet member for highways, said: “This is the step that gets it moving.

“Once approved, this link will make a real difference – giving communities a direct route to the motorway and taking pressure off Berkeley Circle.

“It’s a practical improvement residents will feel every day.”

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Police are investigating a report of sheep and turkeys being stolen from the farm in Messingham.

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Burringham Bypass CONFIRMED. The long-planned connection between the M181 and Burringham Road will mean a direct motorway route for Ashby, Bottesford, Burringham, Yaddlethorpe & Messingham and less pressure on Berkeley Circle.
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Councillor Neil Poole is the latest guest on News Direct, the podcast, sharing a deeply personal story rooted in North Lincolnshire and shaped by community, service and optimism.

Born at home on Moor Road in Yaddlethorpe, raised around Bottesford and Messingham, Neil reflects on a childhood defined by independence, hard work and strong local ties.

From walking to school at five to serving an agricultural apprenticeship that took him from the workshop floor to export sales across Europe, Neil’s early working life laid the foundations for a career built on graft and people skills.

Pod host Cllr Rob Watham, said: “Neil’s story is a reminder that the best public servants are the ones who never lose touch with where they come from. His optimism, rootedness and genuine care for people comes through in everything he does – and that’s exactly why this conversation matters.”

News Direct, the podcast features conversations with people who live, work and lead in North Lincolnshire, sharing real stories about their lives, experiences and the communities. The series explores personal journeys, local history and the motivations behind public and civic life, offering listeners an insight into the people shaping the area beyond job titles and headlines.

The conversation traces Neil’s move into public life – joining Messingham Parish Council in 1999, becoming chair within three years, and being elected to North Lincolnshire Council in 2007.

Now one of the council’s longest-serving figures, Neil speaks candidly about what keeps him motivated: helping people navigate challenges, keeping the “human touch” in local government, and leaving places better than he found them.

Neil also reflects on optimism in the face of serious illness, the importance of community spaces and sports clubs, and why North Lincolnshire’s mix of industry and countryside remains something to be proud of.

The podcast is available on YouTube and Spotify.

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The Environment Agency is getting to work at Bottesford Beck to keep it flowing freely. Cafe Natura and the park will stay open throughout, though visitors might notice activity and short-term disruption between Messingham Rd and Holme Hall Ave.
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Two other passengers in the car were injured and the driver has been arrested

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