Smokers in South Holland could land themselves with a £50 fine after Lincolnshire police said they would enforce a new law. From October 1 it became illegal for drivers to smoke in a car carrying children aged under 18 years old. The law applies even if the windows or sunroof are open or air conditioning is on, although not in ...

Two community groups have shown that teamwork can make the dream work after pulling together a big village event in double quick time. Cowbit Parish Council and the village hall committee worked together over just eight weeks to organise Fun on the Field, which included entertainment, fairground rides, refreshments and sporting activities for the young and not-so-young. Peter Simspon, of ...

Volunteers who help a charity which supports struggling families were invited to a coffee and catch-up event to thank them for their contribution. Home-Start South Holland relies on its volunteers to help families who have at least one child aged under 11 who are finding it hard to cope for a variety of reasons, such as disability, isolation, family bereavement ...

A club for disabled people can look forward to a fun-filled future after it received a welcome donation from bowls players. Spalding and District Indoor Bowls Club handed over a cheque for £500 to the local PHAB group after choosing the group as its chosen charity for the year. Group and committee members of PHAB went along to receive the ...

Children at Ayscoughfee Hall School returned after the summer holidays to find a brand new, state of the art kitchen in which to enjoy their cookery lessons. Financed largely by the generous efforts of the PTFA, the kitchen includes three ovens, several sinks and ample storage and workspace at child-friendly heights Headteacher Clare Ogden is delighted by the results. She ...

Well, October and Halloween are on the way. What nicely spooky creature should I look at? Well, personally I think there can only be one candidate, not least because this is the time of year when they appear in our homes. Spiders! Great big hairy ones too, that enliven a night’s TV viewing by scuttling across the floor. These are ...

Anyone who owns an empty home which could be used to house Syrian refugees is being urged to come forward. Although it is not yet known what impact the Syrian crisis will have on South Holland, the district council is working on contigencies in case of an influx of refugees. And it has urged anyone who could offer an empty ...

As the summer sunshine fades it’s time to turn your thoughts to what’s hot in the fashion stakes this autumn. Here are a few of our favourites: 70s and 80s – 70s inspired fashion is still hot for autumn, but is joined by a flashback to the 80s. Think power shoulders, colour block knits and rainbow colour combos which defined ...

A group set up to help sufferers of brain tumours across Lincolnshire has received the backing of MP John Hayes. Mr Hayes, MP for South Holland and the Deepings, has taken on the role of patron of the Lincolnshire Brain Tumour Support Group with the aim of promoting the vital work it does in helping sufferers deal with their condition. ...

A parade and remembrance service gave Donington the chance to honour those who gave their lives for their country. Veterans paraded through the village in beautiful autumn sunshine, accompanied by a bagpiper, before laying wreaths at the village’s Arnhem Oak Tree. They then attended a service at St Mary and the Holy Rood Church, which has an Arnhem memorial in ...

We are seeing more and more small furries in practice, guinea pigs being a very popular pet for many households especially with small children. Although guinea pigs are a great first pet for children it needs to remembered that ultimately a child’s pet is always the responsibility of the parent. Careful consideration should be taken before deciding whether these sociable ...

Summer may well only just be over, but it’s never too early to start thinking of ways to keep your spirits up during the bleak midwinter. And what better way to stay cheerful than plan for a big night out over the festive period of Christmas and New Year. If you are looking for something to do to see in ...

We recently spoke with Terry Browning and Ken Willows about their times with the Lincolnshire Regiment during their time as conscripts in the 50s and 60s. National Service was Government policy at the time and the policy operated from 1939 until 1960. Terry, a well known former butcher from Deeping St Nicholas, spent much of his time in Malaya during ...

Lots of us already consider our lifestyles hectic so add in Christmas shopping, wrapping gifts, writing and delivering cards, Christmas parties and everything else that goes with the festive season, there is no better time than right now to start preparing for the big day! If you follow these steps now you won’t be frazzled by mid-December 1. Set your ...

Inspirational drawing workshops will take place at Ayscoughfee Hall with artist Rosie Redzia as part of the Big Draw Festival this month. South Holland District Council has worked in partnership with Transported to commission three drawing classes inspired by the Big Draw Festival’s theme of Every Drawing Tells a Story. Rosie, who is based in King Lynn and has worked ...

A specialist French market will visit Bourne next week to give South Kesteven a flavour of the continent. A group of 14 traders will promote and sell French food, fashion and goods in Bourne outside the Corn Exchange in the market’s usual location, hosted by SKDC. Vintage music and family entertainers will welcome shoppers from 8am to 2pm. SKDC’s portfolio ...

Spalding will come to life on Friday as the Pumpkin Parade comes to town once again. The ever popular family event will see a host of attractions throughout the day, including live entertainment from local artists, charity market, themed activities and competitions. Live acts include Diamondz DG, The Bourne Borderers and Zebra. The day will be rounded off with the ...

October 8 South Holland Healthy Walks, 10.30am, start Holbeach Services Club. Meet your local Health Trainer, 9am-4pm, Sutton Bridge Community Centre, contact 07532 236616. Holbeach and Spalding Explorers: Spalding, 7pm-9pm; Holbeach 7.15pm-9.15pm. Open to 14-18 year olds. Visit www.handsscouts.com Tots and Carers Group, 9am-11.30am, Moulton Village Hall. Vitality classes, Broad Street Methodist Church Hall, Spalding, 11.30am-12.30pm and 1.45pm-2.45pm; Weston Village ...

Bourne is a small historic market town just ten miles from Spalding, with a truly unique charm and friendliness. The town is fortunate to be situated in an outstanding location, which is both pretty and idyllic, with an abundance of green open spaces, woodland and water ways. This makes Bourne a great place to explore on foot or by bike, ...

Planned reforms of how police forces are funded would give Lincolnshire a better deal and reward those areas already providing good value for money. Lincolnshire Chief Constable Neil Rhodes and the county’s police and crime commissioner Alan Hardwick have responded to a formal consultation on the new plans, which could see millions of extra pounds in their budget in future ...