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MOTORS REVIEW: Mitusbishi Mirage
Mitsubishi claims its Mirage supermini is the first all sub-100g/km vehicle range in the UK and when coupled with a very low asking price, it does seem an interesting option for the budget-minded driver.
Useful service for south Lincolnshire growers
Advice drop-in points have been running in the north of the county for five years, with the introduction of the health screening a couple of years later.
Taking health service to local growers video
That men are often unwilling to visit the doctor if they have a health worry is not news.
Events at Ayscoughfee Hall in Spalding
About 23,000 people a year visit Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and the figure for the gardens is much higher, though impossible to determine accurately.
Spalding’s treasure of a museum video
It’s been a home for Belgian refugees in the First World War, a ballet school and a wedding reception venue.
Weston Hills’ mum to the world video
Joanne Tyson is known as ‘Taiwan Duck Mum’ because of the advice she dispenses to homesick students far away from family comforts.
Dining out Taiwanese style in Weston Hills
Joanne Tyson cooked up some traditional Taiwanese dishes for our visit.
Business life in Quadring
There are some surprises in store when it comes to the commercial activity going on in Quadring.
Better life for Quadring’s old folks
Long-time village resident Mick Buffham can testify to the quality of life in Quadring.
Quadring church back in business
Quadring’s church is back in business after a year of disruption caused by thieves who stole the lead off the roof.
Spalding’s own little Oasis
One of South Holland’s leading spas is celebrating two years of helping customers relax, unwind and feel beautiful with a special open day this weekend.
Millions of people risking leaving it too late to discuss their dying wishes
New research for the Dying Matters Coalition shows that the majority of people in Britain have not discussed or made any plans for when they die, and are risking not getting appropriate end of life care and making it harder for their families to deal with bereavement.
World record breaker in 1930s Holbeach
An unemployed Holbeach warehouseman’s world record-breaking feat in the 1930s has become the stuff of legend in his family.
Holbeach entertainment in the 1930s
Entertainment in Holbeach in the 1930s sounds similar to today – in some respects.
Motors: Summer servicing
With winter weather seemingly being reluctant to leave us it might not seem possible but the summer season is just around the corner.
Pinchbeck couple’s life with horses and other animals
Jane Stevenson has ridden horses from the age of 15 and now has three, including a Dales pony who is 24 years old.
Pinchbeck bridle and leatherwork workshop video
A saddle girth in need of a few stitches has led to a whole new career for Jane Stevenson.
Sutton Bridge and Long Sutton united by unique event video
There are many things that separate Long Sutton from Sutton Bridge but the two villages will be joined in a unique event later this month.
Exhibition to encourage interest in Sutton Bridge history
It has taken many years to collect the information used for the Histories and Anniversaries of Sutton Bridge exhibition and much of it has come from one individual, village resident Arthur Leonard.
MOTORS: Ford EcoSport
The Ford EcoSport uses tried and tested Fiesta mechanicals to offer UK buyers a front-wheel drive car with added ride height and chunky good looks.
Saying it with doves takes off and becomes dream job
Pigeon racer Brian Kelly had the perfect business opportunity land in his coup when two doves arrived one day.
Spalding Flower Parade’s golden years
Doug Braybrooks, in his book Spalding Flower Parade The Golden Years, says that on June 23, 1958, a meeting was held involving representatives of South Holland Horticultural Association, the NFU and the Tulip Time Committee.
Farewell to Spalding Flower Parade
Saturday’s flower parade will be the end of an era for South Holland.
Spring in the garden
Talking about this year’s gardens, it would be easy to concentrate on what’s not happening, rather than what should or could be.
Deeping St James concert from Freshe Ayre video
Their music is a breath of fresh air, yet some of what they are playing may have been heard in the 16th century.
Wonderful facilities on offer at The Umbrella
Local charity SPOTS has taken over the management of Spalding’s Youth Centre and given it a new lease of life by renaming it ‘The Umbrella’.
Matthew launches his own carpet business
An experienced carpet salesman is welcoming customers old and new to his brand new venture, Carpets 2 U.
Get your dream home thanks to Help to Buy
Local housebuilder Larkfleet Homes is giving hard-pressed homebuyers a welcome boost by offering the government’s new Help to Buy scheme on its developments in Bourne and Deeping St James.
Handmade in Moulton video
Is it possible there is a village that has more talented residents than Moulton?
Moulton breeding ground for artists
Since moving to Moulton Katie Stanney has been encouraged in her art by Mary Brice.
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Weather for Spalding
Sunday 19 May 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 10 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 17 mph
Wind direction: North east
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 10 C to 15 C
Wind Speed: 22 mph
Wind direction: North
