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North Lincolnshire’s mobile library is back on the road after extensive repairs and refurbishment work – keeping the much-loved service running safely and reliably for rural communities.

The loved vehicle has undergone a major overhaul, with extensive structural repairs – including a brand new floor – making sure it can continue delivering books, learning and support to residents.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Libraries matter and that includes making sure rural communities are not left behind.

“We continue to invest in libraries in North Lincolnshire at a time when many councils are cutting them back or closing them altogether – we do things differently here because we focus on the what is best for residents.

“We have promised to keep libraries open – and this mobile library is an important part of that wider commitment – bringing books, learning and services directly into communities in villages and market towns.”

The council has committed to buy a new electric mobile library however this refurbishment ensures residents continue to have access to books, learning and library services while the new one is built.

Every three weeks the mobile library visits dozens of communities, schools and neighbourhood stops across North Lincolnshire.

This includes Alkborough, Althorpe, Appleby, Barnetby, Barrow upon Humber, Belton, Bonby, Burringham, Burton upon Stather, Coleby, Dragonby, East Halton, East Lound, Eastoft, Flixborough, Garthorpe, Greetwell, Gunness, Gunthorpe, Hibaldstow, Holme, Howsham, Keadby, Kirmington, Luddington, New Holland, Normanby, North Killingholme, Risby, Roxby, Scawby, South Ferriby, South Killingholme, Thealby, Thornton Curtis, Ulceby, West Butterwick, West Halton, Westwoodside, Whitton, Winteringham, Wootton, Worlaby, Wrawby and Wroot,

It also calls at schools, mobile home parks and rural villages where access to services can be more limited. Routes operate across Mondays to Fridays on rotating three-weekly schedules.

Cllr Carl Sherwood, cabinet member for rural communities and market towns, said: “For many residents the mobile library is far more than a van delivering books. It is a regular community service that helps people stay connected, keeps children engaged with reading and learning, and supports residents who may struggle to travel further afield.

“It reaches communities right across North Lincolnshire every week and we know how valued it is by the people who use it.”

Libraries across North Lincolnshire now support residents with everything from borrowing books and accessing computers to community activities, study space and digital inclusion support, alongside initiatives such as the Imagination Library scheme which has gifted more than one million books to young children across the area.

Full mobile library route timetables and stopping points are available on the council’s website.

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Police say the 27-year-old’s motorcycle left the carriageway on Goxhill Road, Barrow-upon-Humber.

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In Barrow-upon-Humber, a tribute has been unveiled to John Harrison, 250 years after his death.

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Just a reminder, the Ferry Ward officers will be holding a bike marking session in Barrow Upon Humber, market place today. The event will take place between 2pm and 5pm. Marking will only take around 5 minutes per cycle. #

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Passengers in Barrow-upon-Humber are now benefiting from new digital bus displays providing real-time service updates, clearer travel information and improved accessibility.

The screens show live bus arrival times, updates on any delays or diversions, and full timetables – making it easier for residents to plan journeys, stay connected and feel confident using public transport.

Each display also includes text-to-speech audio, supporting people with visual impairments and anyone who prefers spoken information.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, visited the new display in Barrow alongside ward members and bus users.

He said: “Passengers in Barrow can now get clear, up-to-the-minute information the moment they reach the stop. These smart displays make travelling by bus simpler, more reliable and more accessible for everyone.

“We’re focused on improving the passenger experience and strengthening public transport across all our communities. This technology is a practical step that will help people stay connected – whether getting to work, school, appointments or to see family and friends.”

The Barrow installation forms part of a wider programme that will see 49 digital displays fitted across towns and villages in North Lincolnshire over the coming months, funded through the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP).

Digital displays are being installed across Scunthorpe, Brigg, Barton-upon-Humber, Epworth, Broughton, Haxey and other locations as part of the first phase of the upgrade.

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Residents of Barrow-upon-Humber are set to tell their story in a truly unusual way – a hand-stitched tapestry capturing the village’s history from the Domesday Book right up to the present day.

The tapestry will be a celebration of the people, places and moments that have shaped Barrow over the centuries, brought to life by local volunteers with a love of art, heritage and community spirit.

The creative project, led by Barrow Parish Council, has been awarded £5,014 from North Lincolnshire Council’s Cultural Futures fund.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This is such a wonderful idea – a creative way to celebrate Barrow’s history while bringing people together to learn new skills and share stories.

“Every stitch will tell a piece of the village’s story and it’s great to see residents taking the lead in creating something so special and lasting.

“These things are important to people across North Lincs and will encourage communities to thrive.”

The Barrow tapestry is one of nine projects across North Lincolnshire to receive support from the Cultural Futures fund.

From murals in Winterton to puppet-making in Scunthorpe – and even a feature-length film celebrating Scunthorpe United’s 125-year history – communities are coming together to tell their stories in new and inspiring ways.

Cllr John Davison, cabinet member for safer, stronger communities (urban), said: “The programme is about creativity, connection and pride. It gives people the chance to get hands-on, celebrate where they live, and make something that will be treasured for years to come. Barrow’s tapestry is a perfect example of that.”

In total, more than £65,000 has been awarded in this round, with another funding round to follow as part of the Cultural Futures programme, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

The grant is part of the council’s ongoing support for grassroots groups that enrich local communities and encourage people to get active, connect and take part.

Since launching in 2011, the Community Grant fund has supported hundreds of projects across North Lincolnshire – investing in the spaces, activities and facilities that residents say make the biggest difference.

Grants are available for junior and youth groups, charitable bodies, co-operatives, not-for-profit organisations, and individuals demonstrating excellence in sport, art, or culture. Support is also available for venue hire, helping to keep community spaces open and active.

Find out how a grant could make a difference in your community. 

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It is early days, but a number of villagers have already shared infrastructure and existing truck traffic concerns

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