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This is what you can rent for £1,000 per month across the UK

Renting prices and what you could bag yourself for a £1,000 vary wildly across the UK.

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TECH TALK: Akaso Action Camera V50 Pro

First it was the GoPro. Since the commercial launch of the first-person point of view video which made GoPro a household name, action cameras have grown in popularity among outdoorsy types who want to capture and share their adventures and relive their thrill-seeking experiences.

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Private rents are costing families a fifth of their salary each year.

Working families in West Lindsey forking out almost a third of wages on private rent

Privately renting a typical home is affordable to working families in West Lindsey, new figures show, but still costs more than a fifth of their salary.

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These common household items should be kept out of reach from your furry friend

These 14 common household items could kill your cat

Welcoming a cat into your home is sure to bring hours of playtime and fun, but there are many things to consider to ensure they stay healthy and safe.

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Solero and Darcy are the first horses to be taken out for a ride at Bransby Horses' new rehoming training site at Langworth.

First two horses welcomed at Bransby charity’s new site

The first two horses have finally used an equine charity’s new site for rehoming training at Barlings in Langworth.

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Could petrol and diesel cars be gone by the end of the next decade?

Green campaigners want sales of petrol and diesel cars banned by 2030

Environmental campaign groups have called on the Government to move the deadline banning the sale of petrol and diesel cars forward a decade to be in force by 2030.

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No new social-rent homes were built in West Lindsey last year.

Government didn't build any new new social rent homes in West Lindsey last year

No new social rent homes were built in West Lindsey by the Government body charged with boosting the national housing stock last year, figures show.

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TRAVEL REVIEW: A relaxing and indulgent adults-only weekend at Studley Castle

Studley Castle is not one built in the 11th century, exuding Norman history with arrow heads embedded in the age-old stone. Built in the 19th century, this castle is actually a 'folly'.

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15 budget-friendly hacks to spruce up your garden

Green-fingered Brits can spruce up their gardens ready for the summer with budget-friendly makeover hacks.

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Here are 7 tips for a good night's sleep

Many people have trouble sleeping leaving their concentration and energy levels low the following day.

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10 fun gardening activities that will encourage children to go outdoors

Allowing kids to help in the garden can help with their inquisitive nature and encouraging them to ask questions can also mean parents learn a thing or two

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11 human foods that are very dangerous for dogs

Cheese, nuts and grapes have been named as some of the most harmful foods for dogs.

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TV homes renovation show Be My Guest is looking for contenders

Producers of a new TV property renovation series are looking for people who are turning unused spaces in their home into holiday rentals.

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TECH TALK: Airthings Wave Plus Smart Radon Detector

I walk the kids to school, cycle to work and, on the whole, watch what I eat. While on the bike I'm conscious of the fumes I inhale from buses and lorries and fear how they might be affecting my health.

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TECH TALK: Mio MiVue C570 Dash Cam

Dash cams remain the most effective proof for defending yourself in the case of a road traffic accident.

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Take the sting out of insect bites with these home remedies

With hot weather on the horizon the likelihood of being bitten or stung will increase dramatically, but now nine of the best home remedies for combating insect wounds have been revealed.

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Take a look at the pictures from this year's Gainsborough Mini Day & Classics car show

A little rain did not put off eager vehicle enthusiasts as they gathered for Gainsborough Mini Day & Classics.

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Working while on the move? Here's a backpack that looks after your laptop

Dumping an expensive laptop computer in a plastic carrier bag while on the move is never a mechanically sympathetic way of transporting equipment from A to B.

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Seeking a less ordinary holiday in 2019? Just over a two-hour flight from the UK, find out why Barcelonians love this historic hidden gem

If you’ve outgrown the ordinary and long to escape sun-bathed Brits enjoying all-day breakfasts this summer, why not follow the Catalan crowd with Oliver’s Travels and experience the unsung delights of Spain’s sweeping Costa Brava coastline.

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Some of the volunteers from the Lincolnshire Co-op who helped to create the new wildlife area. (PHOTO BY: John Aroin Photography)

Co-op volunteers pave way for new wildlife area at school

Youngsters with learning difficulties at a school in Gainsborough will soon have a new wildlife area to enjoy thanks to the work of community-conscious volunteers.

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