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Nestling beside the River Welland, on the southern borders of South Kesteven, sits the town of Market Deeping and the villages of Deeping St James and West Deeping. Attractions include the triangular market place, featuring fine stone buildings and former coaching inns, and the 13th century church of St Guthlac, with two sundials on the tower. There is the fine ...

Over the past few weeks I have worked hard to reduce and reuse as much as my waste as possible by composting more, carefully planning my meals and reusing my old clothing for craft activities. This week has been the hardest challenge yet: buying recycled and drastically reducing the packaging I consume. After the first two weeks I commented on ...

If you still have Christmas presents to buy take a walk down The Crescent and Vine Street which has a wealth of unique and independent businesses. If you need to get in the festive spirit then tune in to Tulip Radio at 107.5fm who are located on the Crescent. They broadcast news and great music to Spalding and the South ...

It is estimated that as many as half a million elderly people across the UK will spend Christmas alone this year – an increase of almost 200,000 on last year. The research, carried out by older people’s charity, Royal Voluntary Service, found the most common reason older people are set to be lonely this Christmas was family living far away ...

Keeping your vehicle well maintained is important all year round, but doubly so in winter. For example, worn tyres won’t hold the road in wet conditions as well as those with with a good, deep tread. Make sure all exterior lights are working correctly and that windscreen wiper blades are in good condition. Check the oil, coolant and washer fluid ...

Last week I had to say goodbye to our 17-year-old Cairn Terrier Lady. She had been a faithful friend and family member and was cherished by all of us. She was older than all the children and they had not known a time without her. I was reminded how strong our relationships are with our pets and the immense trust ...

By Spalding town centre manager Dennis Hannant Having handed in my military clothing and equipment, identity card and car pass and received my final MoD pay slip, I now feel able to leave my military career behind me, albeit tinged with some sadness and move forward in my new role as the Town Centre Manager. On first impressions the fundamentals ...

We recently enjoyed a most interesting hour in our studios as we spoke to Chris Simpkins, director general of the Royal British Legion, the organisers of the annual Poppy Appeal. Chris has been Chief Executive of South Holland District Council followed by a spell as Chief Executive of the Falkland Islands. In 2007 he took up his post with the ...

A common mistake is to think that because you may not have considerable savings or property, you do not need to make a will – everyone needs a will if they own any assets. Why spend years attempting to create wealth and then take so little care to provide for loved ones, friends or charity? Even if your estate is ...

By RSPB Frampton Marsh officer Dr Chris Andrews I think it is fair to say that autumn is now properly with us. Despite the odd warm day, there is a definite chill in the air. More importantly, the greens of summer have become reds, yellows and browns as leaves fall from the trees and form a multicoloured carpet on the ...

By South Holland District Council waste and recycling officer Laura Simpkins The first two weeks of my rubbish challenge are going well, although it hasn’t always been easy with waste related decisions proving difficult at times. This fortnight I have focused on reducing food waste. This is something simple that every household can do. Even though I thought I was ...

by RSPB Frampton Marsh officer Dr Chris Andrews “You say goodbye and I say hello.” So sang The Beatles, and it is rather like that at this time of year. The seasons are changing, and with it we have a distinct shift in the wildlife on view. Flowers and butterflies are disappearing, fungi and berries becoming more obvious. But the ...

If you look at our Facebook pages regularly, you will frequently find pictures of unwanted cats and kittens looking for kind and caring homes. Heartbreakingly, a box of five kittens was found dumped on the riverside recently, with their mum keeping a close distance trying to keep them safe. A passing dog walker found them and brought them all to ...

Part of Tulip Radio’s remit from the Government regulator, Ofcom, is to become as involved as possible within the local community. Over the 13 years we have been broadcasting, initially part time but full time since 2009, we have tried to promote as many local community events as possible. South Holland District Council and Spalding Chamber of Commerce have regularly ...

As energy bills rise, do you feel nervous about turning up the thermostat at home? Well, take heart, because there are lots of things you can do to get a handle on the heating this winter – so read on and look after yourself. Make yourself warmer Wear several thin layers, rather than one thick layer. This is because they ...

From the lovely little small eared Netherland Dwarfs to the much larger New Zealand whites, rabbits make great pets and as there are estimated 1.7 million pet rabbits in the UK lots of other people think so too. Originally brought to Britain by the Romans to be farmed for meat and fur, rabbits escaped and populated the countryside. They are ...

We recently spoke to Phil Scarlett, president of the Spalding and District branch of the Chamber of Commerce and Harry Drury. They told us of their plans for the upcoming Business Awards, which will take place at a “black tie” event at Springfields in November but applications have just opened for those businesses seeking further recognition from their peers locally. ...

By South and the Deepings MP John Hayes Having never lost sight of the remarkable journey I made from a council estate childhood to the House of Commons and Downing Street, I retain the humbling sense of wonder at being a Member of Parliament. I am proud of my roots and the working class culture in which I was raised. ...

Nick Kendrick works as a health and safety officer for Compass Point Business Services (East Coast) Limited, a back office service of South Holland District Council. Nick says each week brings different challenges – no two weeks are ever the same. “I see it as my duty to dispel the myths of ‘elf and safety’ and make sure that the ...

Friday, November 28, sees Spalding’s Christmas Lights switched on for 2014 by the brand new Tulip Queen with Santa as part of what promises to be a truly glittering event based around Hall Place in Spalding. As part of the run up to the big event, the ever popular Schools’ Christmas Choir Competition will take place. This competition which started ...