News
Horncastle Timebank celebrates first anniversary
Horncastle Timebank celebrated its first anniversary with a reception at Horncastle College’s Business Centre.
Love is in the air for Horncastle couple
Christine Learmonth and Justin Burnett are just like any other engaged couple in that they can’t wait to ‘tie-the-knot.’
Horncastle Lions finish epic adventure with cheque presentation
Walkers from the Horncastle and District Lions met at All Saints, the ‘Ramblers Church’, in Walesby to present money raised from their epic ‘Fight Cancer The Viking Way’ walk.
Horncastle MP Sir Peter Tapsell calls for new deal to insure flood risk homes
Horncastle MP Sir Peter Tapsell has thrown his political force behind attempts to safeguard insurance for flood-affected homes.
Mega May Fayre raises Wragby Town Hall funds
The annual Mega May Fayre, organised by the Wragby Joint Uniformed Headquarters Management Committee, raised over £1,291 for town hall funds.
Johnston Press announces operating profit
Horncastle News publisher Johnston Press reported its first increase in operating profit for nearly seven years last week in spite of the challenging economic environment.
Sport
GOLF: Woodhall Spa’s India Clyburn keeps it in the family
When it comes to golf, talented teenager India Clyburn is clearly following in the footsteps of sister Holly.
GOLF: Woodhall Spa star Nathan Kimsey moves up world rankings
Woodhall Spa star Nathan Kimsey has climbed to 23rd place in the latest world rankings after two recent rock-solid performances.
CRICKET: Bell chimes in with a winning display for Horncastle U11s
Horncastle U11s enjoyed an impressive win against local rivals Alford in their first competitive cricket match.
Windley enjoys African dream
Local tennis ace Jade Windley is celebrating after impressive performances in a world class tournament in South Africa.
FOOTBALL: Horncastle Reserves lift Challenge Cup after 5-0 domination
Happy Horncastle Town reserves lifted the Challenge Cup last Saturday after a stunning 5-0 victory against red-hot favourites Ivy Tavern.
TENNIS: Horncastle firsts beat the second team in the opening game of the season
Due to the growing numbers at Horncastle Tennis Club, the side now has two teams in the Boston and District Mixed League and the sides were pitted against each other on the season’s opening day.
Video
VIDEO: Last remaining British Dambusters war hero returns home for 70th Anniversary and Lancaster Bomber flypast video
Horncastle born war hero George ‘Johnny’ Johnson has reflected on his heroic part in the famous Dambusters mission and admitted: “I’m the proudest man alive.”
Lifestyle
Horncastle ready for a right Regent Festival
The final itinerary for the Horncastle Regency Festival has been released ahead of this weekend’s event.
Pride and Prejudice takes to Red Lion Theatre stage in Horncastle
Rehearsals at the Lion Theatre have been well underway ahead of tonight’s opening performance of Pride and Prejudice.
What’s On Diary - May 22-May 29
Here’s your comprehensive guide to what’s on in the Horncastle, Coningsby, Tattershall and Woodhall Spa area this week.
Carrington rally set to pack ‘em in
Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the Carrington Steam and Heritage rally on Sunday and Bank Holiday. Monday.
Gardens open to public
The two-acre garden at the Manor House, Hagworthingham - home of Gill Maxim and David O’Connor - opens for the National Gardens Scheme on Sunday, May 26, and again on Monday August 26 (2pm-5pm).
Sugarcraft for Beginners
A sugarcraft for beginners course will be starting in June at Horncastle’s Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School.
Community
Blooming marvellous Wragby Flower Festival
Following a year of fundraising and planning, the Wragby Flower Festival took place at All Saints Church.
Love a duck - school fundraiser is a success
Horncastle Primary School has said a big thank you to everyone who helped make their annual fundraising duck race a resounding success.
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Obituary: Wilbert Marshall
Wilbert Marshall Young, the former Lincolnshire farmer and author of three books, has died at the age of 89.
Teaming up to put senior citizens first
Coningsby Helping Hands got together with Coningsby and Tattershall Lions on Saturday at the Community Hall to put on the May Tea, an annual treat for the local senior citizens.
Woodhall Spa annual meeting
Woodhall Spa Parish Council’s annual meeting will be held at St Peter’s Hall next Wednesday (May 15)) at 7pm.
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Weather for Horncastle
Thursday 23 May 2013
Today
Light showers
Temperature: 4 C to 10 C
Wind Speed: 21 mph
Wind direction: North west
Tomorrow
Light showers
Temperature: 5 C to 10 C
Wind Speed: 28 mph
Wind direction: North
