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The owners of Spalding’s iconic Ye Olde White Horse say they’re still looking for a couple to take on the pub amid worries its is becoming like the dilapidated Bull and Monkie and old Johnson Hospital sites. South Holland Independent leader Coun Rob Gibson raised the issue at last week’s Full Council meeting.But the leader of South Holland District Council ...

Tributes have been paid to a former district and parish councillor. Jenny Rowe represented Sutton Bridge at district level from 1999 to 2007 and was on the parish council.South Holland District Council leader Nick Worth said: “I knew Jenny for a number of years and she was a really lovely person who looked after her community.“She was larger than life ...

Merkur Slots has applied to open its Spalding branch 24-hours a day. The application to open the Hall Place outlet was initially refused by South Holland District Council in September 2021 after a host of opposition.However the central government planning inspector over-turned that decision on the condition it can open from 7am until 12am, Monday to Saturday and 10am to ...

A Spalding street is being monitored for fly-tipping and early presentation of rubbish after numerous complaints. Two people have been fined for the offences on Ayscough Avenue and Crocus Walk with South Holland District Council’s Enviro-Crime Team visiting regular.Couns Mark Le Sage and David Ashby say they’ve launched a campaign in their St Mary’s ward to deal with it.And Coun ...

Sutton Bridge port is welcoming vessels on a regular basis after new owners took over in October. The port, which dates back to the 19th century, was closed prior to being sold to Gold Star Metal Traders (GSMT) Holdings last year.A recent planning application for fencing around the site reveals that regular shipping has returned and many of the warehouses ...

The consultation over whether to close ticket offices at railway stations, including Spalding, has been extended. And it’s led to one councillor calling for more people to let their views be heard.Coun Gary Taylor was asked about East Midlands Train’s proposals to close ticket offices at South Holland District Council’s meeting last week.The consultation was meant to conclude last week, ...

A local Women’s Institute saw some new faces last week after hosting an open afternoon. Tollgate WI invited local women to go along and experience the atmosphere of a typical WI meeting.There was a chance to see the activities engaged in from monthly speakers to an always well-attended Luncheon Club whilst enjoying a chat and light refreshments.The group’s archives were ...

A Deeping St Nicholas man deliberately walked out in front of a lorry to end his life on Christmas Eve, an inquest into his death has concluded. Nigel Varley died after receiving multiple injuries from the incident which occurred outside the home he shared with his sister Caroline on Main Road.She formally identified the 54-year-old later that day.The incident occurred ...

A councillor says anyone who fears they may become homeless should get in touch as the issue was discussed by South Holland District Council last week. Last month Colette Law’s body was found in a graveyard tent after being homeless in Spalding since May.And the meeting heard homeless people were living in the grounds of South Holland District Council’s Priory ...

Spalding’s BMX track is to be levelled amid calls it be replaced. The track at the Castle Sports Complex held regional and national competitions after being installed in the 1980s, but it has now been deemed unsafe.Campaigners are urging South Holland District Council to replace it as part of the redevelopment of the facility through Levelling Up funding.At the authority’s ...

There’s a new regime at Rotary Club of South Holland, Spalding. The president for 2023 -24 is Carole Lewry and president elect for next time is David Spenceley.They’re both seen here at a handover barbecue earlier this month.The club members meet every first and third Tuesday evening in the month at Woodlands Hotel in Pinchbeck Road.Visitors are always welcome so ...

An event is continuing to boost mental health in Spalding thanks to Community Chatters. The regular events put on by the Community Mind Matters group, see talks from people about their experiences of mental health and encourages others to do the same.Sessions are held at the Castle Sports Complex every six weeks with Coun Mark Le Sage and Joel Wiseman ...

The leader of South Holland District Council says it won’t give up any of the services it provides as a potential devolution deal for Lincolnshire edges closer. The leaders of Lincolnshire County Council, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire authorities are looking to add a new level of authority above them, possibly involving an elected mayor.They claim it will bring ...

A primary school that had previously been told it requires improvement has now been rated good by inspectors. Gosberton Academy was also rated outstanding for its early years provision following the Ofsted inspection on June 14 and 15.“Pupils are proud to belong to this welcoming and inclusive school,” the report into the school which is part of the Voyage Education ...

An outdoor cinema is coming to Ayscoughfee Gardens later this month. For the first time a big screen is set to be erected in the historic grounds on Friday and Saturday, August 18 and 19.It will be showing a sing-along version of The Greatest Showman, Frozen and the Tom Cruise classic Top Gun.It’s being organised by the Spalding Round Table ...

A man accused of being responsible for £100,000 worth of cannabis discovered at a Spalding property has been sent for crown court trial. Appearing before Boston Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, Aleksandras Zacharovas pleaded not guilty to four charges in connection with the find by police on February 7. He is accused of producing cannabis between November 6 last year and ...

The air ambulance was among those that attended a three-vehicle collision that closed a road in Whaplode last night (Thursday, July 27). The incident happened around 5.40pm on Wesley Road. Holbeach Fire Crew attended and made two of the vehicles safe, provided casualty care and assisted with traffic management at the scene.

A speeding South Holland motorist claimed it had been his mother – despite police having photographic evidence of a man with a beard. Gary Church had been disqualified two months earlier for driving while unfit through drink or drugs, Boston Magistrates’ Court heard on Wednesday.Then he was clocked doing 35mph in a 30mph speed limit on Bridge Road in Sutton ...

A banned driver who borrowed his best friend’s car to steal two air fryers has been given a suspended sentence. Tommy Lines, of Weston Hills, walked out of The Original Factory Shop with the kitchen appliances after the friend told him he could benefit from losing some weight. Lines – a serial shoplifter – was spotted by staff and the ...

A male physiotherapist accused of two sexual assaults on a woman left the country the day before his court case. Marib Zaibi was living in Stonegate, Spalding, when the offences are alleged to have happened in Crowland on February 7 last year. The 27-year-old defendant was due before magistrates in Boston on Wednesday. However, his solicitor said Zaibi told him ...