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Row over election of ELDC vice–chair

A ROW erupted at the annual meeting of East Lindsey District Council over the election of a new vice-chairman.

Hosepipe ban will continue despite rain say water firm

ANGLIAN Water has dashed hopes that a controversial hosepipe ban could be lifted after one of the wettest months on record.

Town’s homes buck UK price drop trend

CONCERNED homeowners have been assured Horncastle should avoid a devastating drop in prices which has seen the value of property in some rural areas crash by a staggering £900 a week.

Fake tenners in town, police warn

FAKE £10 notes are circulating in town, Horncastle police have warned.

Town dog attack

A JACK Russell was treated by a vet after being attacked by another dog in Horncastle last Wednesday, May 16.

Former Olympic swimmer Melanie Marshall with St Hugh's pupils Lilianna and Elmer Spurrier

Melanie is top of the class

RECORD-breaking swimmer Melanie Marshall made a big splash when she appeared at Woodhall Spa last Saturday.

Jump into action to learn with stroke awareness

MAY is Action on Stroke Month and the Woodhall Spa based Health Support group will be holding a special event.

Investing in staff brings top award

LEADING regional law firm Bridge McFarland has won the title of best medium-sized employer at the Lincolnshire and Rutland Skills Awards 2012.

Fiona Martin and David Roark, Horncastle Town Council

New Mayor a familiar face

A very familiar face has become Mayor of Horncastle once again.

Future of village on the agenda

THE future shape of Woodhall Spa, from the size of new housing developments to the facilities at Jubilee Park, will be covered at the annual parish meeting.

Coningsby vital in Olympic defences

FIGHTER jets from RAF Coningsby will be at the forefront of a £1billion security operation to combat the threat of terrorism at the London Olympics.

Opening of Jubilee Park swimming pool

New-look pool is set to make a big splash

STAFF at Woodhall Spa’s Jubilee Park swimming pool are bracing themselves for a bumper summer after reporting a positive response to a major re-development programme.

Wolfdog shot dead by farmer after sheep attacks

FIVE sheep were killed and another injured by a dog that was later shot by a farmer in Revesby last week.

RAF Coningsby's 3 (fighter) Squadron on parade

Still patrolling the skies a century on video

ALMOST 100 years ago, they were flying over the Somme in World War One.

Lincolnshire Sausage protected status bid turned down

THE application to give Lincolnshire Sausage special protection has been turned down, it has been announced today (Wednesday).

Phil Cantwell of Scrummies Thai

Traders defiant after crime spree

A HORNCASTLE businessman has slammed thieves who raided his premises last weekend and vowed; “You won’t force me out of town.”’

60-year old Horncastle man facing ASBO

TWO men appeared at Skegness Magistrates’ Court yesterday, Tuesday after being arrested for drinking alcohol in Horncastle’s town centre alcohol free zone.

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Charity fundraiser and all that jazz for Grammar pupil

A JAZZ concert held at a Horncastle school on May 3 in aid of the Brittle Bone Society has raised £666.

Missing earring in Horncastle

A GOLD piece of jewellery with high sentimental value has been lost in Horncastle.

A police diver at the Lakeside Caravan Park in Sutton on Sea on Tuesday morning.

Video: Daughter of missing woman Anne Simpson ‘hopes for answers’ as divers continue search for body video

A MISSING mother’s family were today (Tuesday, May 15) hoping over seven years of anguish could be concluded after police divers resumed the hunt for her following a tip-off.

Drunk bus driver not sent to jail

A MAN who drove a Call Connect bus while four times over the drink-drive limit has escaped a prison sentence.

Olympic star splashes in

OLYMPIC swimmer Melanie Marshall will be the special guest at St Hugh’s School in Woodhall Spa on Saturday.

Jail for father who farmed thousands of pounds of cannabis

A BARDNEY man who admitted growing cannabis plants worth thousands of pounds to help ease his back pain was jailed for six months on Friday.

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Church goes live on radio

A CHURCH service in Horncastle will be broadcast on live radio this Sunday, May 20 at 8am.

Three year ban for drink driver

A HORNCASTLE man was banned from driving for three years when he appeared at Skegness Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

Big Society pays off for community

COUN Denis Hoyes, the Lincolnshire County Council councillor for Woodhall Spa and Wragby, has donated a total of £2,000 from The Councillor Big Society Fund.

Woodhall Spa car parts theft

A CATALYTIC converter has been stolen from a Mercedes Sprinter school minibus parked at the school premises in Cromwell Avenue, Woodhall Spa.

Chance to dispel myths behind funeral home doors

HORNCASTLE’S Lincolnshire Co-operative funeral home is opening its doors to the public during national Dying Matters Awareness Week.

Man to stand trial on assault charge

A HORNCASTLE man will stand trial for assault at Lincoln Crown Court on June 12.

Trial date set for poultry smell case

A TRIAL date has been set for the tenants of a Kirkby on Bain poultry unit.

Man arrested after burglary at Horncastle Swimming Pool

A 20-YEAR-OLD man was arrested on suspicion of breaking in to Horncastle Swimming Pool this morning. Friday.

Council debate

MEMBERS of Woodhall Spa Parish Council will debate the controversial closure of the village’s last remaining bank.

Cadwell Park filming session

Hollywood director gets a real Rush filming at Cadwell

THE CLOCK was turned back to the 1970s at Cadwell Park last week for the filming of a new Hollywood movie.

Body find finally solves 68-year crash mystery

THE remains of a Second World War American fighter pilot have been discovered 18ft underground in Newton next Toft farmland – putting an end to a 68-year mystery.

Samia Ghadie opens the extension to Cherries Hair and Beauty Salon in Coningsby

Coronation Street star Samia Ghadie opens salon extension

Coronation Street star Samia Ghadie visited Coningsby on Saturday.

Long dedication rewarded at annual meeting

FODOBS FUN NIGHT - Tickets are available from Jessica Holderness, the secretary at secretary@fodobs.org.uk or from the school for a family fun night, which is being organised by the Friends of Donington on Bain School this Saturday, May 12.

Chairty walk - Fiona Ireland, Barbara Odling, Lesley Allen, Andrea Mundy and Judy Craven.

Famous five in charity walk bid

FIVE local women are putting their best feet forward to raise money for charity.

Plenty of chances to make a splash to help raise pool funds

WRAGBY FAMILY BINGO - The town hall is the place to be on Saturday, May 12, for a fun night out for all ages, when family bingo is on the cards, with eyes down at 7.30pm and good cash prizes for those with the lucky numbers.

Slow down or someone will get killed

ANGRY residents are demanding drivers slow down on one of Horncastle’s busiest roads after warning: “Kill your speed before you kill one of us.”

WINNING TEAM: Owners and staff of JD Curtains at Horncastle College

Garage business bucks double–dip recession

FROM a garage in Thimbleby to a booming business with links to some of the country’s top hotels.

Vacancy after councillor resigns

A VACANCY has arisen on Horncastle Town Council following this week’s resignation of Coun Roger Stephens.

Road closed after serious collision

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a two vehicle collision closed the A158 at Hagworthingham on Saturday afternoon, May 5.

Michael Reed being filmed for a new Ade Edmundson show about Lincolnshire

TV star Ade ‘beefs’ it up

LIGHTS, camera and action! A local farmer is set for TV stardom, with the help of his award-winning rare breed Lincoln Red cattle.

UPDATE: Two men charged with Wragby Post Office Robbery

TWO men have been charged following the robbery of Wragby Post Office on Saturday, May 5.

UPDATED – BREAKING NEWS: Robbery at Wragby Post Office arrests

Police have arrested a 29-year-old man and a 51-year-old man, both from the Sheffield area, in connection with this incident. They are currently in custody and helping police with their enquiries.

Horncastle Police were on hand at Crowders to offer crime prevention advice

Don’t be a victim of crime

A CRIME Prevention Roadshow organised by Horncastle Police has been doing the rounds.

A right royal competition to celebrate diamond jubilee

A CORGI in the window competition is to run as part of Coningsby’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Woodland guide get revamp for 21st century

THE Forestry Commission’s award winning free app, Forest Xplorer, has just got even better.

BREAKING NEWS: A158 still closed at Hagworthingham

THE A158 remains closed at Hagworthingham this evening following a serious road traffic incident at around 3.30pm this afternoon, Saturday May 5.

Jonty Abbott St Hugh's School

Jonty snaps up tasty prize

YOUNG photographer Jonty Abbot has snapped up a national prize.

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