Sutton Bridge Parish Council is exploring the possibility of installing CCTV cameras to improve safety and reduce crime. Sutton Bridge Considers CCTV to Enhance Village Security The village of Sutton Bridge might get new security cameras. Local council members are thinking about adding them, with the aim of making people feel safer. They are discussing…
Sidewalk hazards increase due to scooters, boxes, and bikes, sparking worries for pedestrian safety and accessibility. Pavement Obstacles Increase Concerns For Pedestrian Safety She’s mad about pavement ads, but she doesn’t mind the scooter zones. The council marked these spots for the Beryl scooters. Painted lines are the only warning for blind folks, and scooters…
Council tax could increase by nearly five percent in April as most local authorities plan maximum rises. Council Tax Set to Rise by Maximum in Most Areas From April Most local councils will likely raise taxes soon. Council tax could increase by nearly five percent in April. Government data shows most councils plan this. About…
A final wish ensures shot putter Geoff Capes, Holbeach native and strongman champion, is remembered fondly. Geoff Capes: Local Boy’s Triumphant Life Honored With Fitting Tribute Geoff Capes wanted a specific headstone message: “local boy done good.” One of his old coaches suggested this phrase, and he even put this request in his will. Geoff…
Councillor calls for action at dangerous crossroads after another crash. Improvements have done little to help. Weston Hills Crossroads: Councillor Demands Action After 39th Crash Villagers are worried about a dangerous crossroads. People want action before a fatal crash occurs there. The crossroads is at Mill Drove North and other roads. This location has had…
A memorial honors victims of the 1944 Catterick Bridge explosion. It remembers twelve people who died 81 years ago. Catterick Bridge Rail Explosion Memorial Unveiled, Remembering Victims A memorial honors disaster victims; it remembers twelve people who died. The unveiling happened on Friday, February 7, marking 81 years since a railway explosion. The Catterick Bridge…
Coordinator calls for changes to address shoplifting, focusing on addiction support and community service. Spalding Shopwatch Coordinator Urges Action on Rising Shoplifting Shoplifting is super high right now. A former sergeant says real change needs to happen. He thinks we need to fix the core problems. Stuart Brotherton works with local shops. He says addiction…
New housing development proposed in Bicker, Lincolnshire, featuring 24 homes near the A52. Concerns raised over affordability and fire safety. Plans Submitted for 24 New Homes Near A52 in Bicker Village England Someone wants to build homes in Bicker village. They plan 24 houses on Donington Road’s east side. Uno Homes and Properties submitted this…
Looking back at Lincolnshire Free Press stories from February 2015 and 1995, featuring local events and achievements. Lincolnshire Free Press Flashback: News from 2015 and 1995 Revisited Let’s check out some old news from Lincolnshire. We have stories from February 2015 and 1995. Do you recognize anyone? Ten years ago, a blue plaque went up…
Young farmers danced the night away at a masquerade ball, raising over £1,000 for Lincolnshire charities. Spalding Young Farmers Celebrate at Masquerade Ball, Raise Funds The young farmers traded work clothes for party outfits. They went to their annual ball. This year it took place at Springfields Events Centre. The Spalding & District branch hosted…