Lincolnshire Echo

Well-Deserved Rest for Terry ; Manager of Hairdressing Chain Passes Firm to Son

THE business brain behind one of Lincolnshire's biggest hairdressing chains is stepping down. Terry Stringer is handing over management of the county's five Stringers salons to his son - and business partner - Steven.

Fresh, New Look Is On the Menu at Indian Eaterie ; Restaurant Owner Hoping Pounds 30,000 Makeover Will Add Spice to His Business

A RESTAURANT in Lincoln has been given a Pounds 30,000 facelift. The former Moe's Indian restaurant has undergone a complete revamp, as well as a change of name.

Jane's Keen to Cut It As New Owner of Hairdressing Salon ; Fresh Challenge Lies Ahead for Stylist After Takeover

A BUSY salon on the edge of Lincoln is under new ownership. The Waterfront hairdressing salon on Burton Waters has been sold.

Undergraduates Lifted by Marketing Research

BUSINESS students Niall McMahon, Stuart Whitfield, Kyle Rusiecki and Vanessa Cooper worked on a project with Obam Stairlifts. The company, based in Sturton by Stow, tasked them with conducting market research into the effectiveness of its advertising strategy.

Motel Could Be Built On Land Up for Sale On Route to Coast

LAND with planning permission for a motel is on sale in the south of the county. The 1.8-acre slice of land is on the market for Pounds 275,000.

Andy's Life Gets Back in Gear

BEING made redundant gave Andy Jones the perfect excuse to become his own boss. The 35-year-old mechanic has opened his own garage, along with his wife Karen (41).

Rob's in Frame for Success with Portraits ; New Entrepreneurs They Say Everyone has a Book in Them. The Same Seems to Ring True for Businesses As More People Take the Plunge and Set Up On Their Own. Mel West Investigates What's New...

DAD Rob Brookes believes every parent should have a beautiful studio portrait of their child. That's why the entrepreneur photographer is giving them away for free.

Win a Drum Lesson at New School

FORMER pro-musician Martin Collins has launched his own drumming school. The 30-year-old has opened Martin Collins Drum Tuition at a studio near Saxilby.

Businesses Urged to Tap Into Skills of University Students ; Innovative European-Funded Scheme Bringing Together Learners and Companies

INNOVATIVE bosses can bolster their workforce with the brightest business brains in Lincoln. Firms are invited to team up with the city's university and use the skills and knowledge of its students.

Company Sparks Praise ; News in Brief

AN electrical services company has been praised in a national award scheme. Grainger Electrical Services Ltd, based at Swinderby, was runner- up in the Building Services Awards 2009.

Start-Up Workshops ; News in Brief

FREE evening workshops are taking place for anyone thinking of starting their own business. The events are being staged by Business Link's Start-Up service.

Success in the Pipeline for Trainee Plumber ; News in Brief

A TRAINEE plumber from Lincoln has won a regional award. Scott Gregory from Birchwood, Lincoln, won the top plumbing accolade at a regional heat of SkillPLUMB.

Wifi Revolution Set to Transform City Net ; Free Access for City Centre Premises to Go Live Within Days

FREE Internet access will be available in part of Lincoln city centre within days. The first part of the city's new WiFi network is due to go live on Monday.

Watermill Up for Sale in the Heart of the Wolds ; Idyllic Setting for a Business Offering Tourists Something for All the Family

A TOURIST attraction at the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds is up for sale. The Claythorpe Watermill and Wildfowl Gardens is on the market for Pounds 675,000.

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Vito's Passion Set to S-Mash the Med Diet ; Lincolnshire Sausages Are Going Down a Storm in Bologna

BUSINESSMAN Vito Cataffo has taken the best of Lincolnshire overseas by launching a new restaurant in Italy. The city-based entrepreneur opened Passion in Bologna at the end of last month.

Clampdown On Packaging ; in Brief

COMPANIES that generate excessive packaging are being targeted by Trading Standards officers. Lincolnshire has the first ever team of officers dedicated to tackling the issue.

Crime Rise Puts More Pressure On Bosses ; in Brief

A SURVEY of bosses claims crime against businesses is rising. An investigation by the Institute of Directors says 18 per cent of businesses had seen an increase in the last 12 months.

Manifesto for Future to Keep Big Plans Rolling ; Pounds 6m Schemes On Table to Lure Business Leaders

PARK-and-ride schemes and a drive to tackle alcohol-related crime are included in a new Pounds 6 million business masterplan for Lincoln. The city's Business Improvement Group (BIG) has published its manifesto of projects for the next five years.

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