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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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Hundreds of North Lincolnshire households have received support with heating oil costs after the council launched a scheme designed to help rural communities hit by rising fuel prices.

More than 1,000 households have come forward since the scheme launched, with almost 700 payments reaching residents in recent days.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader,  North Lincolnshire Council, said: “When this funding was announced, we made it clear that we wanted help to reach local people as quickly as possible.

“The response shows just how important this support is for rural communities across North Lincolnshire. Hundreds of households have already received payments and more are being processed every day.

“This is exactly what the funding was intended for – helping people with the cost of keeping their homes warm and providing practical support when it is needed most.”

A further 250 applications have already been approved and are due to be paid this week.

Cllr Tim Mitchell, cabinet member for finance and efficiency, said: “We know households that rely on heating oil face different challenges to those connected to mains gas, particularly in villages and rural areas.

“That’s why it’s encouraging to see support getting directly to local residents. For many households, this funding will help ease some of the pressure created by higher fuel costs.

“If you registered an interest but haven’t yet completed your application, please check your emails and come forward as soon as possible so we can make sure you don’t miss out.”

Everyone who previously registered an interest in the scheme was contacted directly when applications opened. Around 300 households who expressed an interest have yet to submit an application.

Residents who need help completing their application can visit any North Lincolnshire community hub, where staff can provide support to access and complete the online form – hubs are in Ashby, Barton, Brigg, Crowle, Epworth and Scunthorpe.

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Children across North Lincolnshire need safe, stable homes – and more residents are being asked to consider whether they could help provide the moments young people remember for the rest of their lives.

There is a growing need for foster carers locally, particularly for older children, sibling groups and children with additional needs – with young people needing support, stability and somewhere they can feel safe.

Cllr Julie Reed, cabinet member for independent families and children, said: “Behind every fostering story is a child who simply needs someone to believe in them.

“Children don’t remember policies or processes. They remember feeling safe. They remember someone sitting with them when they were frightened, helping them settle into a new school, listening to them, encouraging them and making them feel like they matter – that’s what foster carers do every single day.”

North Lincolnshire’s fostering offer forms part of children’s services rated Outstanding by Ofsted recently for the fourth consecutive time, with inspectors praising the stability and care provided to children living with local foster families.

Inspectors highlighted that children in North Lincolnshire are cared for in “stable, in-house foster homes” where their needs are met to a “very high standard”, giving children “a sense of security and certainty about their future living arrangements.”

Ofsted also praised the council’s “excellent training offer” for foster carers, including a strong emphasis on therapeutic parenting approaches, alongside the strong sense of community built around fostering families across North Lincolnshire.

This Foster Care Fortnight, local foster carers and young people will be sharing honest reflections about what fostering really means – from offering calm during moments of chaos to helping children rebuild confidence, trust and belonging.

Cllr Reed went onto say: “As an adoptive parent myself, I know just how life-changing a loving and stable home can be for a child. Foster carers provide that same care, patience and reassurance at some of the most important moments in a young person’s life.

A series of events and activities will take place across North Lincolnshire during Foster Care Fortnight, giving residents the chance to meet the fostering team, ask questions and learn more about what fostering involves.

Events include:

• Friday 15 May – Twilight Walk and Fun in the Park, Central Park, 4.45pm to 6.30pm
• Saturday 16 May – Park Run Takeover, Central Park Scunthorpe, starts at 9am
• Sunday 17 May – Curly’s Athletes Big Green 10k, Scunthorpe, Race starts at 11am
• Tuesday 19 May – Business Hive Networking Event, John Leggott College, 12.30pm to 2.30pm
• Wednesday 20 May – Fostering Friendly Pop-Up, Business Hive, Brigg, 9.30am to 1pm
• Wednesday 20 May – Online Information Evening, 6.30pm to 8pm
• Thursday 21 May – Brigg Farmers Market, Brigg, 9am to 1pm

Cllr Reed added: “Foster caring is one of the most rewarding things you can do, please join us at any of the upcoming events or just give us a ring.”

For more information about fostering in North Lincolnshire, visit North Lincolnshire Council website, email fostering@northlincs.gov.uk or call 01724 297024.

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A banking hub has been in the town since late January in The Angel, but now plans have emerged for a permanent facility at The Buttercross

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Hundreds of children and young people across North Lincolnshire are benefiting from an exciting range of new creative activities at The Dancing Tiger Scrapstore.

The Brigg-based group got a £5,000 cash boost from North Lincolnshire Council.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This is about investing in young people where they live, giving them the tools to be creative, confident and connected.

“These sessions offer young people more than just something to do – they help them find their voice, discover new talents and work together in a fun, safe and supportive environment.”

The funding, from the council’s Positive Activities grants scheme, will support a series of innovative workshops combining cosplay, textiles, and puppet making – giving young people the chance to develop hands-on skills, express their creativity, and take part in performance-based storytelling projects.

The workshops include:

• Cosplay sessions that blend fashion, craft and character design.
• Textile workshops that explore both hand and machine sewing techniques including embroidery, applique, and upcycling.
• Puppet making activities, where participants will build their own puppets using materials like fabric, foam and wire, learning about movement, articulation, and character development.

This programme is part of a wider investment of almost £50,000 in youth activities across North Lincolnshire – helping local organisations provide inclusive, open-access sessions that build confidence, foster friendships and ensure young people have trusted adults they can turn to.

You can find out more about the workshops at The Dancing Tiger Scrapstore by emailing: thedancingtigerscrapstore@outlook.com.

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– Thursday 23 April, 9am to 10.30am – Brigg Community Hub, The Angel
– Thursday 23 April, 11.15am to 12.45pm – Baysgarth Community Hub, Barton
– Thursday 23 April, 2.30pm to 4pm – Scunthorpe Central Hub

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Have you booked on on of our upcoming air fryer demonstration sessions?

• Thursday 9 – Winterton Community Hub
• Friday 10 – Livewell Isle of Axholme
• Monday 13 – Brigg Community Hub
• Tuesday 14 – Crowle Community Hub

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