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Review of Council Tax Support Scheme proposes more help for struggling household
Published Monday 30 September, 2024
Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) approved to Control Wild Bird Feeding in Boston Town Centre
A new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) has been approved by the Cabinet of Boston Borough Council to address the uncontrolled feeding of wild birds in designated areas of Boston Town Centre. This decision was made following a public consultation and feedback from the Environment and Performance Committee.
Blenkin Memorial Hall Wins Prestigious Award
Blenkin Memorial Hall in Boston has been crowned a winner in the prestigious Local Authority Building Control Building Excellence Awards 2024.
Boston to stage its first ever Christmas Festival complete with ice rink
On Friday 29th November, Bargate Green Car Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland, featuring attractions for the whole family to enjoy. The highlight will be an ice-skating experience with a synthetic ice rink - new for 2024—alongside several traditional fairground rides, beautifully framed by the newly illuminated Christmas lights introduced in 2023.
Planning application submitted for a new Public Realm Area in Boston
The regeneration of a public realm area in Boston is a step closer with the submission of a planning application. This marks the first phase of the Rosegarth Square regeneration project, which was awarded £14.8 million in government funding.
Local community benefits from 10 years of funding
Boston Borough Council extends a heartfelt thank you to Boston Big Local for their incredible support over the past 10 years.
National Arts Fundraising School offers free places for culture and heritage practitioners and volunteers in South and East Lincolnshire
The National Arts Fundraising School (NAFS) is offering five free spaces for cultural and heritage organisations or practitioners working in South & East Lincolnshire, funded by the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership's Arts Council England NPO programme.
Boston Borough Council support Brylaine decision to change town centre bus routes to pedestrianise Strait Bargate
Strait Bargate in Boston town centre will become fully pedestrianised once again, due to Brylaine deciding to alter two of their bus routes, in a move that is fully supported by Boston Borough Council.
Additional funding made available for parishes, village halls and community projects from the UK Shared Prosperity and Rural Prosperity Funds in Boston and East Lindsey
Extra funding has been released to meet incredible demand from parishes, village halls and community projects in search of grants from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF).
Successful addition of events brings new life to Boston Market
The historic Boston Market has seen a vibrant surge of activity this summer, thanks to a series of successful events organised by Cllr Suzanne Welberry. Throughout June, July and August, the market was transformed into a bustling hub of creativity and community spirit, beginning with the Charity Flea Market, followed by the lively Busking Festival, and concluding with the colourful Art Street Market.
Communities at risk of flooding face service cuts
A press release from the District Councils' Network
Boston Council launches community skips waste scheme
Boston Borough Council is introducing a series of skips across the borough to help residents get rid of unwanted rubbish, large bulky items no longer needed and to help address the issue of fly-tipping.