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New Crowland skate park official opens — New Crowland skate park official opens

Professional skaters have officially opened a new skate park.

Car parking charges are set to rise — Car parking charges are set to rise

South Holland District Council is looking to increase its car parking charges.

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Barriers to be trialled at Crowland A16-B1166 danger junction — Barriers to be trialled at Crowland A16-B1166 danger junction

Trial changes are on the way in a bid to cut the death and accident toll at a notorious junction.

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New DNA tests could unlock the Alan Wood murder investigation — New DNA tests could unlock the Alan Wood murder investigation

A decade on from the brutal killing of Alan Wood, detectives are using the latest forensic technology in their hunt to find his killer.

Finally laid to rest in the place where he was baptised — Finally laid to rest in the place where he was baptised

In the latest instalment of Hayes in the House, Sir John celebrates the return of Matthew Flinders to Donington.

Fundraisers for village's Christmas lights — Fundraisers for village's Christmas lights

Two events will help boost the funds for a community's festive lights.

Putting young people on the right track — Putting young people on the right track

Sponsored editorial: Academic achievements maybe paramount but this new sixth form centre offers so much more for pupils.

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Boost for charities from popular raft race — Boost for charities from popular raft race

A number of charities have benefited from thousands raised at a community event.

Missing Lewis has now been found — Missing Lewis has now been found

A 26-year-old Spalding man reported missing on Thursday has now been found.

SPORT

FOOTBALL: Lethal Lockie has Tigers' eye in front of goal — FOOTBALL: Lethal Lockie has Tigers' eye in front of goal

In-form Holbeach United striker Jonny Lockie (20) admits he is still on learning, despite scoring 13 times so far this season.

FOOTBALL: Tulips place Betts on teen prospect after loan signing — FOOTBALL: Tulips place Betts on teen prospect after loan signing

Spalding United have filled a gap in defence with the loan signing of Notts County prospect Owen Betts.

FOOTBALL: Knights and Tigers face away trips in league after Vase exits — FOOTBALL: Knights and Tigers face away trips in league after Vase exits

Pinchbeck United and Holbeach United are back in league action after both sides lost their cup ties.

RUGBY UNION: Town find successful mix of young and old — RUGBY UNION: Town find successful mix of young and old

Spalding return to Midlands Three East (South) action against Oakham at Memorial Field with cup success behind them.

FOOTBALL: Your guide to all the games — FOOTBALL: Your guide to all the games

This week's football fixtures - why not go out and watch a game?

New £200k pitch for Long Sutton — Popular club celebrates after raising £200,000 to buy new pitches.

HOCKEY: Honours shared after closely-fought derby duel — Spalding and Long Sutton drew 1-1 in a derby match that was as closely-fought as expected.

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WHAT'S ON

Events in Spalding for families this half term — Events in Spalding for families this half term

A stage play for children is on at the South Holland Centre and a celebrity is switching on the illuminations at Springfields.

Spalding artist to release first music video next week — Spalding artist to release first music video next week

A Spalding teenager, who has been recording with the same studio as Stormzy, is releasing her first music video next week.

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ALBUM REVIEW: Charli - Charli XCX — ALBUM REVIEW: Charli - Charli XCX

The current darling of pop returns with her latest album.

BOOK OF THE WEEK: Trim, The Cartographer's Cat — BOOK OF THE WEEK: Trim, The Cartographer's Cat

This is the story of the famous cat who accompanied explorer Matthew Flinders when he named Australia.

ALBUM REVIEW: Why Me? Why not - Liam Gallagher — ALBUM REVIEW: Why Me? Why not - Liam Gallagher

The former Oasis frontman's newest album is out now - but does it tick the boxes?

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LIFESTYLE

Medieval plays performed ten years ago — Medieval plays performed ten years ago

Youngsters performed medieval plays to modern audiences ten years ago.

Healthy eating at primary school ten years ago — Healthy eating at primary school ten years ago

Back in 2009 school pupils were preparing healthy food for their parents to try out.

MAKE IT YOURSELF: Make an autumn wreath — MAKE IT YOURSELF: Make an autumn wreath

The team from Flowers 'n' Things, in Spalding, show us how to take inspiration from the colours of autumn.

Reception youngsters pictured in 1994 — Reception youngsters pictured in 1994

Reception class youngsters were pictured in the Free Press 25 years ago.

Young book sellers pictured in 1994 — Young book sellers pictured in 1994

Playgroup youngsters received some great goodies 25 years ago.

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