hEALTH mATTERS: All about the new Johnson Hospital
Firstly I would like to say thank you for all the emails I have received following on from my first introductory column. I am pleased the local community is so interested in the health care provision...
View ArticleRubbish set alight deliberately, say fire service
Fire officers believe rubbish set alight at a Spalding address earlier today was done deliberately. A crew from Spalding used a hose reel to put out the fire after a small amount of household rubbish...
View ArticleBorder collie rescued from Algarkirk reservoir
Tess the border collie had a lucky escape after fire crews rescued her from a reservoir in Algarkirk.A fire crew from Kirton towed the dog to safety using a ceiling hook just before 8am on...
View ArticleConspiracy to steal charge
A man accused of conspiracy to steal catalytic convertors from motor vehicles in Lincolnhire has been sent by Spalding magistrates for trial at Lincoln Crown Court.Jacob Smith (41), of Palmers Road,...
View ArticleMan goes to trial on three charges
A man denied two assaults and one count of criminal damage when he appeared before magistrates on Thursday.Przemyslaw Popiolek (27), of Crocus Walk, Spalding, was bailed to stand trial at Spalding...
View ArticleArrest warrant for woman
Magistrates issued an arrest warrant for a woman accused of stealing money from Bourne Minis and Juniors Rugby Club.The warrant for Marie Collinson (37), of Haconby Lane, Morton, was issued after she...
View ArticleChoosing the perfect dress
Searching for the perfect dress? Here are a few tips to make it easier.l Set a budget –Figure out how much you want to spend, and tell the salesperson before she starts bringing out gowns. That way you...
View ArticleSolo sex man losing sight
A man who wore stockings over his head to commit a solo sex act in public has been re-sentenced because he is losing his sight and unable to safely carry out unpaid work.Rafal Ciesielski (36), of...
View ArticleApologies over cemetery rubbish
Relatives who visit the graves of loved ones at Spalding cemetery have been assured that a mountain of rubbish will be removed later this week.The pile , which is quite close to the graves, is dotted...
View ArticleMan must pay £350 to youth he injured
A man who injured a teenager in an assault must pay £350 compensation to his victim.Jacob Askham (22), of Pinchbeck Road, Spalding, appeared in court on Thursday for sentence after pleading guilty at...
View ArticleGig in Spalding Saturday
Five local bands will be performing at VistaFest2 at The Vista church hall in Spalding on Saturday (7pm) to raise funds for cycstic fibrosis. Tickets are £5 on the door and there’s a Take That themed...
View ArticleMum’s speed limit campaign takes off
A mum’s speed limit campaign is taking off with more than 100 people backing her online petition.Mum of two Michelle Maddison (34) says she was hit from behind and catapulted into the path of an...
View ArticleMore cash for rural areas?
The Government may give extra cash to help authorities like those in Lincolnshire manage the delivery of public services in the countryside.A promise of help follows a campaign by The Rural Services...
View ArticleDriver has minor injuries after two-car crash in Holbeach
UPDATE MONDAY 4PM A man from Holbeach was taken to hospital with minor injuries after a two-car collision in the area on Sunday night.The man was driving a black Vauxhall Vectra which crashed into a...
View ArticleDay will become night for children
Children from Bicker Preparatory School will be able to enjoy the wonders of the night sky during the daytime on March 1.A mobile planetarium will visit the village hall for pupils only.
View ArticlePlea to save barn owls e-petition is no hoot
Campaigners are seeking the Government’s help to protect barn owls in the Crowland area that could be threatened if plans for an energy park are approved.Last month a petition was launched nationwide...
View ArticleBurglar caught on CCTV in jewellery raid
A burglar left DNA at the scene of a jewellery raid and a mug shot on CCTV when he forgot to put up his hood.Philip Malone ransacked units rented by two women after he smashed through the front door of...
View ArticleFOOTBALL: Poor defending costs Wakes dear
POTTON UNITED 3 BOURNE TOWN 3: Darren Munton bemoaned Bourne’s defending after this Saturday UCL Division One thriller.The Wakes led three times at The Hollow, but couldn’t hold on for what would have...
View ArticleINDOOR BOWLS: Top Spalding trio shine on international duty
Two of Spalding Indoor Bowls Club’s finest young players captained their respective England sides to home international success last week.Annie Bellamy and Martin Spencer, who are both in their final...
View ArticleTABLE TENNIS: JDM close in on the leaders
The top tier title race hotted up as Spalding and District Table Tennis League (sponsored by Vital Recruitment) returned to league action.With leaders Bladerunners not in action, second-placed JDM...
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