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Yahoo
18 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Council's pigeon-proofing measures at bus station
A council has taken steps to stop pigeons from nesting and creating mess at a bus station in Lincoln. The City of Lincoln Council has installed a series of pigeon deterrents and will increase the number of bins at Lincoln Central Bus Station. The birds' presence had caused hygiene concerns and had impacted the overall experience for bus users, a spokesperson for the authority said. Councillor Joshua Wells said: "Regular bus users have previously raised their concerns and now, thanks to the new measures, the building is proving to be a more appealing space." A net and rounded spikes were installed in the open-plan station to stop pigeons from accessing certain areas and nesting on the ledges and beams. Wells added that more bins will be put in place and encouraged station users to dispose of waste effectively to "help keep the area clean and discourage the pigeons from returning". A council spokesperson said the measures were chosen as they "effectively discourage pigeons from roosting or nesting without causing them harm". They added that the deterrents have already seen a "significant reduction" in the number of pigeons in the station. The council said they will continue to monitor the effectiveness of the deterrents. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Pigeon stuck in wall for a week ruffles feathers Fines considered for people who feed pigeons Don't feed pigeons at war memorial - veterans Top gun Maverick swoops in to end pigeon chaos City of Lincoln Council
BBC News
18 hours ago
- General
- BBC News
Council's pigeon-proofing measures at Lincoln bus station
A council has taken steps to stop pigeons from nesting and creating mess at a bus station in Lincoln. The City of Lincoln Council has installed a series of pigeon deterrents and will increase the number of bins at Lincoln Central Bus birds' presence had caused hygiene concerns and had impacted the overall experience for bus users, a spokesperson for the authority Joshua Wells said: "Regular bus users have previously raised their concerns and now, thanks to the new measures, the building is proving to be a more appealing space." A net and rounded spikes were installed in the open-plan station to stop pigeons from accessing certain areas and nesting on the ledges and beams. Wells added that more bins will be put in place and encouraged station users to dispose of waste effectively to "help keep the area clean and discourage the pigeons from returning".A council spokesperson said the measures were chosen as they "effectively discourage pigeons from roosting or nesting without causing them harm".They added that the deterrents have already seen a "significant reduction" in the number of pigeons in the council said they will continue to monitor the effectiveness of the deterrents. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Yahoo
Mock crash shows dangers of distracted, impaired driving
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – A crash was staged to show students at Campus High School the dangers of driving distracted or under the influence on Thursday. The Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office and county fire crews worked with students to make the scenes seem lifelike to reinforce dangers. 'I mean, losing someone, losing a classmate, someone very dear to us, it's always important that we know what we're doing out on the roads,' said Serenity Hinton-Boone, student. 'That was another reason we had brought the hearse and the casket onto the scene so we could show them more, this is the outcome,' said Joshua Wells, Campus High School FCCLA. The event was part of the competition for Family Career and Community Leaders of America, focusing on community safety. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
BBC News
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Lincoln's past brought to life as history festival returns
A festival celebrating the historic city of Lincoln is to return for a second said the Lincoln Festival of History would bring the city's rich past to life in "a thrilling celebration of heritage".The three-day festival is to take place between 3 and 5 May and will include re-enactments, hands-on activities, and displays including medieval knights, Viking warriors, Roman soldiers and classic Cawrey, executive councillor for culture at Lincolnshire County Council, said the event in 2024 had been a success and she was looking forward to seeing it "return bigger and better this May". Many of Lincoln's most iconic landmarks will host historical experiences. Lincoln Castle will stage Victorian period re-enactments while visitors to the cathedral will be able to meet the Lincoln Longwool Sheep and delve into the city's agricultural past. On 3 May, a classic car show of vintage vehicles is to be hosted in City Square by Lincs Louth Motor Club. Organisers said there would also be live demonstrations of ancient crafts such as blacksmithing, tile-making, and weaving in Castle Museum of Lincolnshire Life is to uncover Victorian history through interactive exhibits and living history displays including a Victorian schoolroom, kitchen, and living quarters. Joshua Wells, a councillor at City of Lincoln Council, said: "Events like the Festival of History not only celebrate Lincoln's incredible heritage but also play a vital role in boosting our local economy."By attracting visitors from near and far, we're supporting our independent businesses, creating opportunities for traders, and ensuring that Lincoln's cultural assets remain accessible and thriving for everyone."Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
