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Parents issued alert after man in van tried to abduct young child

Parents issued alert after man in van tried to abduct young child

A man in a van is said to have tried to abduct a young child on their way home from primary school today.
Crack-down on anti-social use of vehicles
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Crack-down on anti-social use of vehicles

Police have been cracking down on the anti-social use of vehicles in the town.
Reform leader dismisses ‘climate emergency’ and vows ‘judge me on what’s going to come, not some tweet from three or four years ago’
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Reform leader dismisses ‘climate emergency’ and vows ‘judge me on what’s going to come, not some tweet from three or four years ago’

The county’s new Reform UK leader has dismissed the idea of a climate emergency, suggesting the path to net zero would be better taken over 100 years.
Residents disappointed by vandalism

Residents disappointed by vandalism

Residents are disappointed after vandals ripped out a handrail and littered next to a riverside beauty spot.
Big wins for riding school at national championships

Big wins for riding school at national championships

An equestrian centre is riding high after winning two awards at a national championships.

Get inspired and learn new skills at home and garden event

Get inspired and learn new skills at home and garden event

Get inspired and learn new skills at home and garden event

Find out how to upgrade your home and garden at a free event.

Lancaster flypast and the words of Churchill among highlights at patriotic VE Day celebrations

Lancaster flypast and the words of Churchill among highlights at patriotic VE Day celebrations

Lancaster flypast and the words of Churchill among highlights at patriotic VE Day celebrations

Crowland was brimming with community spirit and patriotic pride for the Party in the Park to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Immigration changes could impact social care and horticulture

Immigration changes could impact social care and horticulture
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Immigration changes could impact social care and horticulture

Care for older and vulnerable people along with food production could be impacted by proposed changes to immigration rules, say local experts.

‘I will always be a champion for my area and I won’t be told what to do’

‘I will always be a champion for my area and I won’t be told what to do’
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‘I will always be a champion for my area and I won’t be told what to do’

A councillor who will soon be taking on a senior county leadership role says he will always be a ‘champion’ for his area — but won’t be bosses around.

‘The proposal is unlikely to promote a peaceful and integrated co-existence’ Plans to extend traveller site refused

‘The proposal is unlikely to promote a peaceful and integrated co-existence’ Plans to extend traveller site refused
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‘The proposal is unlikely to promote a peaceful and integrated co-existence’ Plans to extend traveller site refused

A plan to expand a traveller site has been refused due to its ‘inappropriate size’.

‘Investigation standards have deteriorated’ Watchdog raises serious concerns about our police

‘Investigation standards have deteriorated’ Watchdog raises serious concerns about our police
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‘Investigation standards have deteriorated’ Watchdog raises serious concerns about our police

There are serious concerns about the performance of Lincolnshire Police, a watchdog has said.

Event to welcome new traders to market
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Event to welcome new traders to market

New traders will be heading to a town market at a summer event.
Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

Mental health charity partnership champions employee wellbeing

A major prepared food company has announced a partnership with Samaritans to underpin its commitment to wellbeing.
Opening date for fast food restaurant and drive-thru announced

Opening date for fast food restaurant and drive-thru announced

The opening date for a highly-anticipated burger chain restaurant and drive-thru has been announced.
Man dies after three-vehicle crash

Man dies after three-vehicle crash

A man in his 70s from the Spalding area has died after a crash on the A52.
Part of former bank could become an apartment

Part of former bank could become an apartment

A developer has shown a high rate of interest in converting part of a former bank into a two-bedroom apartment.
Plumbing firm’s youngest franchise owner expands business to Lincolnshire

Plumbing firm’s youngest franchise owner expands business to Lincolnshire

A plumbing group's youngest-ever franchise owner has expanded his business into Lincolnshire.

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Tulips launch new ladies team for the coming campaign

Tulips launch new ladies team for the coming campaign

It will be the first time that Spalding have been represented at women's level for a number of years.
Spalding secure first league victory of the season

Spalding secure first league victory of the season

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Last few tickets left for festival’s opening night

Last few tickets left for festival’s opening night

Tickets are almost sold out for the opening night of a town’s upcoming music festival.
Get inspired and learn new skills at home and garden event

Get inspired and learn new skills at home and garden event

Find out how to upgrade your home and garden at a free event.
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Who will be named ‘best ferret’?

Judges will have their weighing scales and tape measures out for an pet show with a difference.
Event to welcome new traders to market
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Event to welcome new traders to market

New traders will be heading to a town market at a summer event.
Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

Children’s charity hosts fun day for families with life-limiting conditions

A charity-backed day of celebration is returning this summer, promising joy for children with disabilities and life-threatening illnesses.
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Business

Here’s what is opening in empty town centre shop

Here’s what is opening in empty town centre shop

Jobs are being advertised and refurbishment work has started as a high-end fragrance chain prepares to open in a town centre.

Immigration changes could impact social care and horticulture

Immigration changes could impact social care and horticulture

Care for older and vulnerable people along with food production could be impacted by proposed changes to immigration rules, say local experts.
Riverside building could be turned back into restaurant and bar

Riverside building could be turned back into restaurant and bar

An application for a premises licence at an empty town building has been made - just weeks after apartment plans were submitted for the same site.

Event to welcome new traders to market

Event to welcome new traders to market

New traders will be heading to a town market at a summer event.
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Archery club targets new people

Archery club targets new people

People will be able to channel their ‘inner Robin Hood’ at an archery taster day.
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‘My mate had his whole life ahead of him and I want to ensure his story isn't forgotten'

A veteran has shared a powerful memoir of his Falklands War experience as he paid tribute to lost friends.
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