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Looking back at when eels were currency

Looking back at when eels were currency

Looking back at when eels were currency

02 February 2025

Welcome to a new Spalding Gentlemen’s Society series exploring the stories of its collection. Today we look at Lincolnshire’s slimiest currency, eels!


Traders raise fears that the high street is ‘dying’

Traders raise fears that the high street is ‘dying’

Traders raise fears that the high street is ‘dying’

31 January 2025

Town traders are fearing what the future holds for a ‘dying high street’ — and lifted the lid on the challenges facing retailers.

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Farmer raised animal welfare concerns over slaughter-free ethical farm

Farmer raised animal welfare concerns over slaughter-free ethical farm

Farmer raised animal welfare concerns over slaughter-free ethical farm

17 January 2025

A farmer who raised animal welfare standards concerns over an ethical farming company using his land says his family feel ‘bruised’.


The Lincolnshire lad who changed the face of fashion

The Lincolnshire lad who changed the face of fashion

The Lincolnshire lad who changed the face of fashion

02 January 2025

A designer who revolutionised fashion was born in a Lincolnshire town 200 years ago - we look at his roots and his spectacular rise to fame.


‘Sit-down meals like a Christmas dinner can be really challenging when you have an eating disorder - preparation is key’

‘Sit-down meals like a Christmas dinner can be really challenging when you have an eating disorder - preparation is key’

‘Sit-down meals like a Christmas dinner can be really challenging when you have an eating disorder - preparation is key’

23 December 2024

The holiday season brings joy for many, but for those with eating disorders, Christmas can heighten pressure and struggles with food.


Director bids for another Christmas smash with first Hollywood feature film

Director bids for another Christmas smash with first Hollywood feature film

Director bids for another Christmas smash with first Hollywood feature film

20 December 2024

An Oscar-winning animator has helped create another Christmas television hit after directing his first Hollywood feature film.


‘These are just kids who have had a really bad start in life’

‘These are just kids who have had a really bad start in life’

‘These are just kids who have had a really bad start in life’

22 November 2024

A children’s home provider is trying to combat misconceptions and myths about its homes as it faces opposition from some local villagers.

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Traders face ‘constant battle’ to survive – as figures reveal a significant decline in town footfall

Traders face ‘constant battle’ to survive – as figures reveal a significant decline in town footfall

Traders face ‘constant battle’ to survive – as figures reveal a significant decline in town footfall

15 November 2024

How do traders survive in the modern day? Bridie Short explores the challenges facing our high streets in a special report…


‘We are ready to help, not just ask for help’

‘We are ready to help, not just ask for help’

‘We are ready to help, not just ask for help’

06 November 2024

Families who sought sanctuary from war have been inspired to help those back in Ukraine by the welcome they received here.


Murderer still at large after 15 years

Murderer still at large after 15 years

Murderer still at large after 15 years

24 October 2024

It is 15 years today since a man was found brutally murdered at his home.


Squeeze drummer swaps the chart for art with portraits of his famous friends

Squeeze drummer swaps the chart for art with portraits of his famous friends

Squeeze drummer swaps the chart for art with portraits of his famous friends

03 October 2024

From touring to drawing, skilled drummer Gilson Lavis has an artistic talent for sketching black and white portraits of famous friends.


Mum to mark five years of beating cancer with event to raise funds and awareness

Mum to mark five years of beating cancer with event to raise funds and awareness

Mum to mark five years of beating cancer with event to raise funds and awareness

30 September 2024

A mum-of-two who came through major cancer surgery is marking a milestone in her recovery with an event to give back to the charity that helped her.


Windsurfer left fearing for his life after accident: ‘Something serious is waiting to happen - this is deadly’

Windsurfer left fearing for his life after accident: ‘Something serious is waiting to happen - this is deadly’

Windsurfer left fearing for his life after accident: ‘Something serious is waiting to happen - this is deadly’

27 September 2024

An experienced windsurfer has called for tighter safety measures at a popular watersports venue after an incident which left him fearing for his life.


The scandal of the Soviet spy and the local MP

The scandal of the Soviet spy and the local MP

The scandal of the Soviet spy and the local MP

19 September 2024

A relationship between a local MP and a Soviet spy has come to light as part of a ‘neglected’ 1960s scandal.


Meet the company that carries out incredible campervan transformations

Meet the company that carries out incredible campervan transformations

Meet the company that carries out incredible campervan transformations

11 September 2024

A business has celebrated five years of crafting luxury Volkswagen campervans.

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Ghost watchers seek spooky stories as they set up HQ in town

Ghost watchers seek spooky stories as they set up HQ in town

Ghost watchers seek spooky stories as they set up HQ in town

10 September 2024

A paranormal investigator wants to hear from people with spooky stories and unearth the area’s haunted hotspots.


Village shops vital to communities, say couple opening second store

Village shops vital to communities, say couple opening second store

Village shops vital to communities, say couple opening second store

03 September 2024

Village shops are the cornerstone of community spirit and wellbeing, say a pair preparing to open their second store.


Why leaders say town centre roadworks chaos is ‘worth it’

Why leaders say town centre roadworks chaos is ‘worth it’

Why leaders say town centre roadworks chaos is ‘worth it’

28 August 2024

Council leaders say they understand public frustration over roadworks but have defended their necessity and the improvements they will make.

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Exciting Second World War discoveries spark hope for more history

Exciting Second World War discoveries spark hope for more history

Exciting Second World War discoveries spark hope for more history

20 August 2024

A dig at a key Second World War site uncovered numerous historic items in days, including ammunition, tags, and coins.


Life saving club celebrates 50 years of volunteer service

Life saving club celebrates 50 years of volunteer service

Life saving club celebrates 50 years of volunteer service

15 August 2024

A volunteer-run club that has trained hundreds in life saving has celebrated its 50th anniversary with an awards ceremony.


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