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| 2016-08-26T12:55:49 | null | 2016-08-24T14:21:18 | It was only appropriate that I rocked up to Manchester’s Opera House on a classic English sunny afternoon, the city almost horizontal in the longed-for heat. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Fentertainment%2Freview-sunny-afternoon-at-manchester-opera-house-1-8086200.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/webimage/1.8086199.1472044863!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Review: Sunny Afternoon at Manchester Opera House | null | null | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk | It was only appropriate that I rocked up to Manchester’s Opera House on a classic English sunny afternoon, the city almost horizontal in the longed-for heat.
Within sight of the theatre was mayhem as theatre-goers and a smattering of celebrities packed into the press night showing of multiple Olivier award-winning Sunny Afternoon, the latest musical to land in the city and one with a buzz we haven’t seen in a while.
This is a very British musical, but is much more than a showcase for 60s legends The Kinks and a celebration of Britishness, it is a reminder of how stupendous their musical, societal and political legacy actually is - and what’s more it’s a great night out.
If you think you are not really a fan of the Kinks, you probably are really.
The band’s raw, powerful and riotous sounds and lyrics are the backdrop to more than one generation and though germinated in the 60s moved across the 70s, 80s, 90s and are just as resonant now.
This genius of this production, already a hit in London and now on tour, is that Kinks frontman Ray Davies and his team, who created the story, have sought out some extraordinarily talented musicians to recreate that authentic Kinks sounds and tell the tale of the band’s explosion on to the music scene.
The cast play and sing their own music with remarkable power, with only a few supporting musicians on stage.
Hits such as ‘You’ve really got me’, ‘Dedicated follower of fashion’, ‘Waterloo Sunset’ and the eponymous ‘Sunny Afternoon’ are belted out by the remarkable former Jethro Tull band member Ryan O’Donnell (as Ray Davies) Mark Newnham (Dave Davies), Garmon Rhys (bassist Pete Quaife) and Andrew Gall (as drummer Mick Avory), with the support of a small powerful cast with a special mention for talented Lisa Wright, as Ray’s wife Rasa.
It’s also easy to forget Davies penned tunes for other artists and elements of this discography are included in this show, namely ‘Stop your sobbing’ and ‘I go to sleep’ which were both recorded by Davies’ one time squeeze Chrissie Hynde (of Pretenders fame).
Also on the playlist is my favourite ‘Lola’ which has been recorded since by multiple artists - it is also a little known fact that Davies had to alter the song from Coca Cola to Cherry Cola in the British version of the song to appease the staid BBC re a commercial reference.
The scene where the band stab holes in their amplifiers to crate their unique sounds, explains why it is quite so loud.
Signs stuck to theatre walls to warn of this fact in advance.
But the show starts low-key as it introduces the Davies brothers and their family and the early development of The Kinks, the storylines focusing on emotional highs and lows with the constant battle between artists and management.
More importantly it chronicles the socialist-leaning Kinks v. the system, their battles with the taxman and the rude and unfair realities of the music business and 60s exploitative business in general.
It was also fantastic to see the man himself Ray Davies not just in attendance on this special night but making an appearance on stage with his guitar at the age of 72. A real honour to be there.
A fantastic and entertaining night exploring the euphoric highs and lows of a band and of Britain in the grip of rapid change. It resonates and not just amongst the Kinks’ most loyal fan base.
As I made my way out of the historic theatre, I could hear a deep choral bass emanating from the confines of the men’s bathroom, which was quickly accompanied by a sing along from the queue.
I will now be humming it ‘All day and all of the night’..
*Runs until August 27 | http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/what-s-on/entertainment/review-sunny-afternoon-at-manchester-opera-house-1-8086200 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/0be7aa40d2278296c4ae5f3f65a87074013346f4fe1eebb86580040307ff7879.json |
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| 2016-08-31T12:50:03 | null | 2016-08-31T13:40:17 | Academic work was never a strong point for young Joseph Scott. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fjoe-puts-his-art-and-soul-into-brush-strokes-1-8098103.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/webimage/1.8098102.1472647195!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Joe puts his art and soul into brush strokes | null | null | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk | Academic work was never a strong point for young Joseph Scott.
When Joseph, of Kenilworth Avenue, Fleetwood, was at school he was trying to cope with the twin challenges of autism and epilepsy and struggled with lessons.
But his life was transformed when teachers at Cardinal Allen RC High School realised he had an incredible talent. Despite his disabilities, Joseph excelled in art and the school encouraged him and told his parents that this was an area he could do very well at.
And that’s certainly been the case since he left school. Joseph, now aged 20, has just been short-listed for the prestigious National Open Art competition with one of his oil paintings, called Reeling In.
And Joseph, about to embark on a BA honours degree in fine art and professional practice at Blackpool and the Fylde College, will launch an exhibition of his work at the Solaris Centre on South Promenade, Blackpool in October.
Joseph and his parents believe his story can inspire others who may not be naturally academic or may even be disabled but have other skills.
His mum, Kathryn Dale, said: “The school told us Joseph was unlikely to be academic but when they realised he had a real gift for art, the teachers were brilliant and really encouraged him. “
Joseph, who signs his work as JP Scott and works in many mediums such as oil, acrylic and water colour, said: “I really enjoy oil painting and the different textual effects. My goal is to become an independent artist selling work online.” | http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/news/local/joe-puts-his-art-and-soul-into-brush-strokes-1-8098103 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/3acf3985590feb2ad7cb8073e5883e00541a6a0df6db32e7bc89471e7e80f246.json |
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| 2016-08-26T22:48:46 | null | 2016-08-26T22:14:56 | Seven Fylde coast libraries and 14 children’s centres have been earmarked for closure as Lancashire County Council bids to save £200m by 2020.The bombshell recommendation were made in a 1,468-page document released by county officials at shortly before 8pm on the Friday before a Bank Holiday Weekend.The Fylde centres earmarked for being sold off are:Ansdell LibraryFreckleton LibraryKirkham LibraryKirkham Young People’s CentreLower Lane Young People’s CentreLytham Children’s CentreLytham Library and Registration OfficeOrchard Children’s Centre (Freckleton) (designated)Pear Tree Children’s Centre (Kirkham) (designated)And the Wyre centres earmarked for disposal are:Cleveleys Library and Children’s CentreFleetwood Children’s Centre (designated)Garstang Young People’s CentreNorthfleet LibraryOver Wyre Children’s Centre (Hambleton satellite)Over Wyre Children’s Centre (Preesall satellite)Poulton-le-Fylde Children’s CentrePreesall Young People’s CentreRural Wyre Children’s Centre (Garstang) (designated)Thornton LibraryThornton Young People’s CentreThornton Youth Offending Team (Marsh Mill)The county council’s cabinet will be asked to agree revised plans to save millions of pounds, by reducing the number of buildings the council owns and rents, after seeking people’s views during an extensive consultation. Feedback from 7,700 responses has been taken into account in forming the proposals to bring services together to form a network of multi-functional buildings known as Neighbourhood Centres, which would provide a base for a range of different services in one place. The plans, which form part of the council’s property strategy, propose changes to where some services including libraries, children’s services, children’s centres, young people’s centres, youth offending teams, older people’s daytime support services, adult disability day services and registrars are delivered in the future. More than 100 buildings would no longer be used for county council services and the number of places at which some services are available would reduce. The cabinet will also be asked to agree to explore proposals made by a number of community groups and other organisations to take on responsibility for running some of the affected buildings and services. The changes are in response to Lancashire County Council’s need to save £200m by 2020/21 as a result of ongoing government cuts to its budget and rising demand for services. The report to the council’s cabinet published late on Friday outlines changes to the original plans, following a 12-week consultation held from 18 May to 14 August, with a number of revisions to which buildings are being proposed to house future services. County Coun David Borrow, deputy leader of Lancashire County Council and portfolio holder for finance, said: “We’d like to thank everyone who took the time to respond to the consultation – their feedback has been invaluable in helping to shape the final proposals and the Cabinet will be giving the report careful consideration. “Our aim is to find a solution that still gives everyone in Lancashire good access to good services, despite the pressures on the council’s budget. We have done a lot of work to assess where services should be located in future, taking account of things such as geographic spread, accessibility and the needs of different communities. Some of the changes to the proposals reflect what people have told us about the way they access these services. “We’re also keen to continue exploring the potential for other groups and organisations to take on responsibility for some of the affected buildings and services, so we’re grateful for the interest that has been shown in that possibility over the last few months. The report acknowledges that more work will be needed to assess the business cases that have been put forward.” The report also asks councillors to agree plans to explore alternative options for the future delivery of library services, with a focus on examining whether community-run libraries could add to the statutory service provided by the county council. A package of help is proposed to help establish any community-run library, including £5,000 to cover set-up costs, shelving, an initial supply of books from the county’s store, and advice from a dedicated community library development officer. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flibraries-and-children-s-centres-to-close-1-8091955.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/webimage/1.8091954.1472246077!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Libraries and children’s centres to close | null | null | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk | County Hall releases list of 100 buildings to be sold off at 8pm on a Friday before Bank Holiday weekend
Seven Fylde coast libraries and 14 children’s centres have been earmarked for closure as Lancashire County Council bids to save £200m by 2020.
The bombshell recommendation were made in a 1,468-page document released by county officials at shortly before 8pm on the Friday before a Bank Holiday Weekend.
The Fylde centres earmarked for being sold off are:
Ansdell Library
Freckleton Library
Kirkham Library
Kirkham Young People’s Centre
Lower Lane Young People’s Centre
Lytham Children’s Centre
Lytham Library and Registration Office
Orchard Children’s Centre (Freckleton) (designated)
Pear Tree Children’s Centre (Kirkham) (designated)
And the Wyre centres earmarked for disposal are:
Cleveleys Library and Children’s Centre
Fleetwood Children’s Centre (designated)
Garstang Young People’s Centre
Northfleet Library
Over Wyre Children’s Centre (Hambleton satellite)
Over Wyre Children’s Centre (Preesall satellite)
Poulton-le-Fylde Children’s Centre
Preesall Young People’s Centre
Rural Wyre Children’s Centre (Garstang) (designated)
Thornton Library
Thornton Young People’s Centre
Thornton Youth Offending Team (Marsh Mill)
The county council’s cabinet will be asked to agree revised plans to save millions of pounds, by reducing the number of buildings the council owns and rents, after seeking people’s views during an extensive consultation.
Feedback from 7,700 responses has been taken into account in forming the proposals to bring services together to form a network of multi-functional buildings known as Neighbourhood Centres, which would provide a base for a range of different services in one place.
The plans, which form part of the council’s property strategy, propose changes to where some services including libraries, children’s services, children’s centres, young people’s centres, youth offending teams, older people’s daytime support services, adult disability day services and registrars are delivered in the future.
More than 100 buildings would no longer be used for county council services and the number of places at which some services are available would reduce.
The cabinet will also be asked to agree to explore proposals made by a number of community groups and other organisations to take on responsibility for running some of the affected buildings and services.
The changes are in response to Lancashire County Council’s need to save £200m by 2020/21 as a result of ongoing government cuts to its budget and rising demand for services.
The report to the council’s cabinet published late on Friday outlines changes to the original plans, following a 12-week consultation held from 18 May to 14 August, with a number of revisions to which buildings are being proposed to house future services.
County Coun David Borrow, deputy leader of Lancashire County Council and portfolio holder for finance, said: “We’d like to thank everyone who took the time to respond to the consultation – their feedback has been invaluable in helping to shape the final proposals and the Cabinet will be giving the report careful consideration.
“Our aim is to find a solution that still gives everyone in Lancashire good access to good services, despite the pressures on the council’s budget. We have done a lot of work to assess where services should be located in future, taking account of things such as geographic spread, accessibility and the needs of different communities. Some of the changes to the proposals reflect what people have told us about the way they access these services.
“We’re also keen to continue exploring the potential for other groups and organisations to take on responsibility for some of the affected buildings and services, so we’re grateful for the interest that has been shown in that possibility over the last few months. The report acknowledges that more work will be needed to assess the business cases that have been put forward.”
The report also asks councillors to agree plans to explore alternative options for the future delivery of library services, with a focus on examining whether community-run libraries could add to the statutory service provided by the county council.
A package of help is proposed to help establish any community-run library, including £5,000 to cover set-up costs, shelving, an initial supply of books from the county’s store, and advice from a dedicated community library development officer. | http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/news/local/libraries-and-children-s-centres-to-close-1-8091955 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/06940f0a58ec66e4487185df63eec5f85cd075d4d5ae43d0ce8118c319fab7be.json |
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| 2016-08-30T10:49:46 | null | 2016-08-30T11:30:28 | Police in Lancashire have issued a fresh safety alert after the county was named as the worst in England and Wales for crimes related to the gaming craze Pokemon Go. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flancashire-pokemon-hunters-warned-over-crimes-1-8095347.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/webimage/1.8095346.1472548693!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lancashire Pokemon hunters warned over crimes | null | null | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk | Police in Lancashire have issued a fresh safety alert after the county was named as the worst in England and Wales for crimes related to the gaming craze Pokemon Go.
Lancashire Constabulary dealt with 39 reports of Pokemon-related crimes during July – the highest of 29 forces in England and Wales.
People should avoid potentially dangerous locations that could make you vulnerable to injury, or become a victim of crime
And the figures have prompted senior officers to warn gamers out hunting Pokemon characters about the dangers they could be facing.
“People should avoid potentially dangerous locations that could make you vulnerable to injury, or become a victim of crime,” said a spokesman at the Constabulary’s headquarters in Hutton.
The game, which is played on mobile phones using satellite navigation, was only officially launched in the UK in July. Yet in its first month it was involved in at least 290 police incidents including robbery, assault, trespass and motoring offences. Players use their cameras, overlayed with graphics, to catch digital creatures.
Of the 29 police forces who responded to a Freedom of Information request, Lancashire had the highest number of crimes.
No details were released of of offences committed or arrests made. But police across the country say Pokemon Go players have not only been victims, but also perpetrators of crime or anti-social behaviour.
In Surrey police say they were called out to a brawl involving 30 people on a Pokemon hunt. In North Wales a man was reported for inviting children into his home saying he had “lots of Pokemons” in the house.
In London and Greater Manchester robbers set up traps to lure players into an area to rob them of their phones.
Drivers in various parts of the country have been caught playing the game at the wheel, while British Transport Police reported at least two cases of children trespassing on the railway looking for the digital characters.
The Lancashire Police spokesman advised players not to trespass or put themselves in any risk while using the game.
“Never enter any water. Pokemon do not appear beyond the safety of the shoreline.
“ And don’t enter derelict structures, unlit footpaths or alleyways,” he said. “Please remember to be safe and alert at all times, don’t drive and play, and respect the locations you visit.” | http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/news/local/lancashire-pokemon-hunters-warned-over-crimes-1-8095347 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/b609fb69d04c772d5d80af3c05525d6b1ea3e83e74a300c1d02405094f5eabe2.json |
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| 2016-08-30T06:49:19 | null | 2016-08-30T07:00:00 | Kyle Dempsey is set to make his Fleetwood Town debut in tonight’s Checkatrade Trophy opener against Blackburn Under-23s at Highbury (7.45pm). | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffleetwood-town%2Fftfc-latest%2Ffleetwood-new-boy-dempsey-hungry-for-debut-1-8094941.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/webimage/1.8094940.1472503731!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fleetwood new boy Dempsey hungry for debut | null | null | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk | Kyle Dempsey is set to make his Fleetwood Town debut in tonight’s Checkatrade Trophy opener against Blackburn Under-23s at Highbury (7.45pm).
The 20-year-old midfielder has signed on loan from Huddersfield for the rest of the season and is anxious for action, having not played competitively since April.
The Cumbrian said of his move: “I’m absolutely delighted. Obviously it hasn’t panned out the way I thought it would this season – I haven’t really been involved in the squad. Hopefully at Fleetwood I’ll get the game-time which is important to me.
“In my first season at Carlisle I played virtually every game. At Huddersfield I knew I wasn’t going to get the same game-time but it was a stepping stone. It was vital I got those games in the Championship.
“I don’t see coming into League One as a step down. I see it as a step up because I’ve mainly played in League Two.
“I’ve seen the way Fleetwood play and it’ a great opportunity for me to come in and show what I’m all about.
“The gaffer has shown me the way the team plays and the facilities, and it looks such a good team and a really good club for me.
“I’ll bring a lot of energy. I’m non-stop all the time and hopefully I’ll get back to scoring ways and set up a few as well.”
Fellow midfielder Martyn Woolford, who came off the bench in Saturday’s win at Southend, is set for his full debut tonight.
Striker Ash Hunter is another set to be involved as he stakes his claim for a starting place after scoring three goals off the bench this season. | http://www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/sport/fleetwood-town/ftfc-latest/fleetwood-new-boy-dempsey-hungry-for-debut-1-8094941 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.fleetwoodtoday.co.uk/65deac310cbe6b4fcb16a69a88202b82569c3f321555dce4423fc5c557464325.json |
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| 2016-08-30T20:53:01 | null | 2016-08-30T19:37:24 | Këngëtarja shqiptare me famë botërore, Bebe Rexha, sot ka mbushur 27 vjet. | http%3A%2F%2Fkoha.net%2F%3Fid%3D28%26l%3D130525.json | http://koha.net/fo/28/20160830215908686646.jpg | en | null | Urimet e fansave, dhurata më e mirë për ditëlindjen e Bebe Rexhës [video] | null | null | koha.net | The best birthday gift ever. You guys brought me to tears. Thanks to all my fans for all the birthday wishes and all for all your love and support. You made my day 🎂
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| 2016-08-29T10:49:28 | null | 2016-08-29T10:33:04 | The contest for the Louth Indoor Bowls Club Summer League Triples title has become a two-horse race between Yorkies and Highgate Wanderers. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flouth-indoor-bowls-club-triples-league-becomes-two-horse-race-1-7545764.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7333714.1472204013!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth Indoor Bowls Club: Triples league becomes two-horse race | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The contest for the Louth Indoor Bowls Club Summer League Triples title has become a two-horse race between Yorkies and Highgate Wanderers.
Highgate had comfortable wins over Hornets (22-8) and Busy Bs (17-6) which kept them within two points of leaders Yorkies with three games to play.
Yorkies powered to a 24-6 win over bottom team Lightning and eased to a 24-7 victory against Two Plus One. The Jays also enjoyed a comfortable win over Lightning and also beat Two Plus One 14-10 to stay in third, but can only now aim for second place.
Fourth-placed Magpies have lost their form at a vital time and suffered a 22-2 trouncing by an inspired In A Minute trio of Stuart Robinson, Lydia Seward and Gordon Sharples. They are assured of a top-four finish, however, with Two Plus One nine points behind with three games left.
* There will be a close finish in Group A of the Australian Pairs.
Mike Norton and Paul Smith took over at the top on shots difference thanks to a solid 26-4 win over Brian and Bernice Culham who will now have to settle for third.
Tony Powell and Liz Draper are second, eight shots adrift, with each pair having one game remaining.
The best game in the group saw bottom pair Mo Dewar and Audrey Winn unlucky to lose 15-14 against Derek Blow and Pauline Thornton.
Paul Hayman and Ian Bertram beat Chuck Rose and Martin Oldfield 17-10 to win Group B thanks to a far superior shots difference than John Williams and Joan Foster who ended with a 14-11 win against Barry Jordan and Pat Morley.
The top two in each group go into the play-offs to determine the overall champions.
* The winter league fixtures begin on Monday, September 12, but winter opening hours begin on September 5 for practice sessions.
New rules for the winter season will see the ‘re-spot’ come into play across all leagues. Also, teams will not be allowed to share points for cancelled games which are not re-arranged. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/louth-indoor-bowls-club-triples-league-becomes-two-horse-race-1-7545764 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/85f537e1aa3527bc08542f249c521aeae8eb0abee8e2bf43ccb999c46e8beddc.json |
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| 2016-08-27T06:48:25 | null | 2016-08-27T06:00:00 | Deus Ex has you spoilt for choice. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fconsole-corner-deus-ex-mankind-divided-review-1-7540408.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7540407.1471967403!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Console Corner: Deus Ex Mankind Divided review | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Deus Ex has you spoilt for choice.
Mankind Divided and so am I when it comes to reviewing the latest Deus Ex game after its launch last week.
There is so much to rave about in DEMD and I’m still enjoying it now over a week into the game.
But there are a number of elements which do not quite sit right with me.
Let’s start with the positives, though, and there are plenty of them.
There is layer upon layer in this game all expertly crafted together and beautifully designed.
The gameplay stands up to the high standards set by previous Deus Ex games and goes beyond them in many respects.
This is a game that will suit all types of gamers too.
Looking for a quick blast for an hour, you can jump on and get enough done to enjoy the experience, looking for longer, more involved sessions on your console then the gameplay rewards your patience, curiosity and creativity.
You play augmented human Jensen who is essentially the most deadly Power Ranger on the planet. I mean this guy has everything and would even give Superman a run for his money.
There are so many options to negotiate each scenario
And this is where my first problem lies with DEMD.
Sometimes, dare I say it, there are so many options available to you, so many ways to deal with scenarios and enemies and so much in your arsenal, it actually feels a bit ... easy.
‘Ramp up the difficulty setting!’ I hear you cry.
Well yes there’s that but my point is no matter what level you are playing at, Jensen just has too much at his disposal for his enemies to trouble him.
Sometimes, dare I say it, there are so many options available to you, so many ways to deal with scenarios and enemies and so much in your arsenal, it actually feels a bit ... easy. Damien Lucas, gaming columnist
But don’t get me wrong it’s still great fun entering a room littered with foes and walking out past a pile of them without breaking a sweat.
Another thing that doesn’t quite land for me is the Apartheid type references between the humans (naturals) and the augmented race. It is a poor attempt to give the storyline resonance with real life - for example there are posters dotted around saying things like ‘Augmented Lives Matter’ and it just feels a little frivolous.
I’m being hyper critical, though, and Deus Ex will go down as one of the games of the year of that there is no doubt.
Rating: 8.5/10 | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/console-corner-deus-ex-mankind-divided-review-1-7540408 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/509759d2de5ec96fa115241c75b260cd1eba62ddb7bd04579576b2fb795e6739.json |
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| 2016-08-29T10:49:57 | null | 2016-08-29T10:48:44 | We’ve said it before, and we will say it again, British weather can make for some great photographs. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fsundog-over-caistor-1-7548632.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7548631.1472464105!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Sundog over Caistor | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | We’ve said it before, and we will say it again, British weather can make for some great photographs.
This stunning image was sent in by regular contributor Wes Allison and shows a sundog over Caistor cricket ground.
Sundogs - mock suns or phantom suns - are created by light interacting with ice crystals in the atmosphere.
They can be seen anywhere in the world during any season and are most conspicuous when the Sun is close to the horizon. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/sundog-over-caistor-1-7548632 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/3e6c0e79525a0cc284789d3aeb3d64177a603abce487c3893f0805e0f7b8e409.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:06:50 | null | 2016-08-21T12:00:11 | This is one of my favourite movies to have been critically mauled – because it’s actually a lot better than the online backlash would have you believe. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Ffilm-review-suicide-squad-15-1-7534862.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7534860.1471599169!/image/image.jpg | en | null | FILM REVIEW: Suicide Squad (15) | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | This is one of my favourite movies to have been critically mauled – because it’s actually a lot better than the online backlash would have you believe.
It’s a damn sight better than Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice for kick-off, but it’s actually that movie that has led to unnecessary studio meddling and choppy-editing that gives this exciting superhero ensemble piece the general feeling that it’s actually not ‘completely’ director David Ayer’s (Fury, End of Watch) long-term vision.
Fortunately some of the ‘meddling’ in question – primarily the addition of Ben Affleck’s Batman and Ezra Miller’s Flash among other quickly cut sequences – actually work on a ‘fanboy’ level, and are not as drastic as some are making out.
Yes, Jared Leto’s Joker – who whets your appetite for more to come with an interesting take on the legend – seems to have suffered the most with some of his scenes being axed (maybe they were too dark for worried execs?), and Margot Robbie’s crazy henchwoman Harley Quinn – arguably the best thing in the movie – simply needed to be in it even more.
But if you brush these points aside, there’s a genuinely entertaining actioner to be had here, with Joel Kinnaman’s (Robocop) Suicide Squad field leader Rick Flag, Jai Courtney’s (Terminator: Genisys) anarchic Captain Boomerang and the always-reliable Will Smith’s as deadly marksman Deadshot, all playing their part in saving the film’s weak points.
In the aftermath of Superman’s death, intelligence operative Amanda Waller (Oscar nominee Viola Davis) assembles a team of dangerous individuals led by Colonel Flag – to be used as disposable assets in high-risk missions for the United States government, each with a small bomb implanted in their neck designed to detonate should any member try to escape.
Despite the predictable central protagonists, the shoddy editing, and sometimes wooden scripting, this entertains more than it falters – and the humour element is the best yet in this new DC Universe.
It’s fair to say after the superb start Marvel made, DC aren’t doing themselves any favours – but this is one time the naysayers are being a bit too harsh.
Review by Gavin Miller
3.5/5 | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/film-review-suicide-squad-15-1-7534862 | en | 2016-08-21T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/54b4fcae0b15174047e93b513832668cf8248b4483e55cbe120ff099fe561346.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:06:16 | null | 2016-08-20T06:00:00 | Video game escapism in its purest form. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fconsole-corner-no-man-s-sky-review-1-7528920.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7528918.1471347532!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Console Corner: No Man’s Sky review | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Video game escapism in its purest form.
No Man’s Sky in undeniably a work of art, but have you got time to look around the whole gallery?
No Man’s Sky launched last week after much hype and billed as quite literally the biggest video game ever made.
The self-perpetuating game, which promises to be potentially endless, was four years in the making by a tiny team in game production terms. And you can tell as it will instantly take your breath away.
Make no mistake there has never been anything like this before. As you fly ever deeper into the universe, new planets and solar systems roll silently into view – some will have been seen before, others discovered for the very first time. And you have 18 quintillion of them to choose from...
Each has its own set of flora, fauna and inhabitants. By exploring, players gain information about the planets that they can submit to The Atlas, a universal database that can be shared with other players of the game and for which they are rewarded in currency each time.
Each planet is a work of art you could spend hours studying, analysing and dissecting. These works of art are housed in an endless gallery and for art connoisseurs it will be Manna from heaven.
However, most people’s playing time will be finite.... unless you’re at university and can afford to miss the odd class here and there to squeeze in just one more exploration of a peculiar alien planet.
And that is where one of the game’s key sticking points comes in. As much as No Man’s Sky takes us to Infinity and leaves us wondering what waits beyond, there is also an almost irresistible itch which you can’t scratch because you can never truly “complete” this game in the traditional sense.
But that is very much a personal take on NMS, many people might enjoy jumping on for a couple of hours here and there, discovering lots of different things and logging it to the Atlas, if anything it could be cathartic but many people like a beginning, a middle and an end to their games.
No Mans Sky is undeniably a work of art
The care, thought, time and brilliance that has gone into this utterly original video game is mindblowing and deserves to be experienced by PlayStation gamers.
It is the purest form of video game escapism we have ever seen and should be celebrated as such.
But it will more likely go down as a cult classic than the blockbuster success it’s craft deserves. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/console-corner-no-man-s-sky-review-1-7528920 | en | 2016-08-20T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/4101563c96b3c28f2939bd6421cf49eece8aa069444607f63cd1928d8878297e.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:53:00 | null | 2016-08-24T08:23:05 | Market Rasen Golf Course has shown it is on par with the best by becoming the first in the county to be awarded the GolfMark. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Frasen-golf-course-first-in-county-to-be-recognised-with-national-acreditation-1-7540883.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7540882.1472023372!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rasen golf course first in county to be recognised with national acreditation | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Market Rasen Golf Course has shown it is on par with the best by becoming the first in the county to be awarded the GolfMark.
The presentation was made by Nick Pink, England Golf’s Chief Executive Officer, when he visited the course last week.
A great example to other clubs, both in Lincolnshire and nationally Nick Pink, CEO England Golf
It was the first time Mr Pink, who only took on the role five months ago, has visited the Rasen course and he was clearly impressed with what he saw.
“There are some fantastic facilities here and there is a great deal of passion and enthusiasm from everyone I have met, all backed with good business sense” he said.
“They are a great example to other clubs, both in Lincolnshire and nationally.
“A huge congratulations to you all.”
GolfMark is an official seal of approval for clubs which successfully work to develop the game.
The four key areas are attracting new members and encouraging existing members to play more, using practical business planning to develop the club, offering coaching and playing opportunities for all golfers and ensuring safeguarding policies are in place.
“We are extremely proud to be the first in the county to receive the GolfMark,” said club chairman Colin Law.
“And we are delighted Nick has taken time out to come along and present it to us.
“GolfMark will help us move forward and to make a safe environment for people to come and enjoy playing golf.
“There has been months of hard work to achieve this national accreditation but we have done it.
“Particular thanks go to our acting business manager Kim Robinson who has had the biggest input of all, making sure everything was done in the correct way.
“Grateful thanks also go to England Golf and especially development officers Jim Lammin and Richard Brown – we couldn’t have done it without their help and guidance.“
Over the past two years, the club has undergone a number of changes in the way it is run.
One of the biggest was a change from being run by a committee to being run by a volunteer board of directors.
“Since February 2014, we have run the club as a business rather than a private members club,” added Mr Law.
“We are in the top five courses in Lincolnshire, but we are not particularly well known and this is something we want to change.
“We have a lot of visitors and they all think it is fantastic, so we want to be proactive in making people aware we are here.”
As part of the GolfMark initiative, the club has been opened up to the who le community and is accessible to all, those wanting to play golf and non-players alike.
A change in the licence means the clubhouse is also open to all.
Speaking earlier this year about the changes at the club, house manager Pete Bray said: “Lots of people think we are exclusive and so they have never been here - some town residents don’t even know we exist.
“We invite everyone to take a walk down Legsby Road, come in for a coffee or something to eat, and see just what we have to offer.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/rasen-golf-course-first-in-county-to-be-recognised-with-national-acreditation-1-7540883 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/03e6b3101e2d67143fe820a8ff1b89c36c9ba4d9f120a76932bb3a7a0805a93a.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:09:28 | null | 2016-08-25T14:49:02 | A Louth man, currently serving a 22 week prison sentence for breaching a suspended sentence for shoplifting, has been given a further 14 days custody for stealing a clipper set from the town’s branch of Boots. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flouth-man-s-prison-sentence-extended-after-he-admits-stealing-from-boots-1-7541683.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7526746.1472043093!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth man’s prison sentence extended after he admits stealing from Boots | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A Louth man, currently serving a 22 week prison sentence for breaching a suspended sentence for shoplifting, has been given a further 14 days custody for stealing a clipper set from the town’s branch of Boots.
Grant Kenyeres, 29, admitted stealing the clipper set when he appeared via video link before magistrates at Skegness on Tuesday (August 23).
It was said he was seen on July 1 to place the set in his satchel and leave without paying for it.
Mitigating, Terry Boston said Kenyeres had been a victim of drugs for a number of years and he funded his habit by stealing items from shops and selling them.
Imposing a 14 day prison sentence to be served concurrently, the magistrates said that had this offence been known at the time the suspended prison sentence had been imposed, it would probably not have made any difference to the length of sentence.
However, Kenyeres was ordered to pay £18 compensation and a £115 victim surcharge on his release from prison. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/louth-man-s-prison-sentence-extended-after-he-admits-stealing-from-boots-1-7541683 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/9fbb3614cdcdffeb66ac5f5ab06ce6b469148a6b745a77a3b9bf9024d267f61e.json |
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| 2016-08-26T16:48:52 | null | 2016-08-26T17:41:17 | A teenage soldier from Alford won a top prize when he graduated from the Army Foundation College recently. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fjunior-solider-from-alford-wins-top-prize-1-7546861.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7546860.1472226099!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Junior solider from Alford wins top prize | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A teenage soldier from Alford won a top prize when he graduated from the Army Foundation College recently.
James Frame, 17, was named the best junior soldier in his intake at the prestigious military training establishment.
The former John Spendluffe Technology College pupil was presented with the Uniacke Trophy as part of a passing out parade from the college in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
More than 600 junior soldiers graduated from the college last week going on to do their phase two training.
Junior soldier Frame said: “The Army Foundation College has been loads better than normal school, I would recommend it to anyone.
“It’s great fun.”
More than 4,000 family members and friends watched the junior soldiers take part in the largest military graduation parade in the country.
Lieutenant General Thomas Beckett CBE, Defence Senior Advisor Middle East, inspected the Junior Soldiers.
During a speech he said: “There is no other phaseone training establishment in the NATO nations that invests so much time and money into the training of its young soldiers.”
There is a strong focus on education at the college and students also have the opportunity to sample a wide variety of sports and adventure training.
For information on how to enroll at the Army Foundation College visit: www.army.mod.uk/juniorsoldier. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/junior-solider-from-alford-wins-top-prize-1-7546861 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/f236c448fd169f0a8b591b1e29c2b087a1bc746f09b5f643e91b1aa10d826f2a.json |
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| 2016-08-27T14:49:20 | null | 2016-08-27T14:48:55 | Louth Ladies Hockey Club gave their warm appreciation to Fisher Seeds and Grains of Louth in 1998. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fnostalgia-louth-ladies-hockey-club-get-welcome-donation-1-7546886.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7546885.1472226563!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Nostalgia: Louth Ladies Hockey Club get welcome donation | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Louth Ladies Hockey Club gave their warm appreciation to Fisher Seeds and Grains of Louth in 1998.
The company gave the team £50, which was handed over to the club by sales director Calum Findlay.
Captain Helen Ashley was on hand to accept the cheque on behalf of the team.
She is pictured alongside the rest of the Louth Ladies Hockey Team members.
Do you know the names of the players pictured?
If so, email [email protected]. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/nostalgia-louth-ladies-hockey-club-get-welcome-donation-1-7546886 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/358e1ecbd342eabaeadc06b50e99619e9e43a38f22b031b684a24ab22feef497.json |
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| 2016-08-27T08:49:18 | null | 2016-08-27T08:59:50 | The Louth and District Fuchsia Society is holding its annual show on Saturday, August 27. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flouth-fuchsia-society-s-annual-show-1-7546913.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7137685.1472227429!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth Fuchsia Society’s annual show | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The Louth and District Fuchsia Society is holding its annual show on Saturday, August 27.
It will be taking place from 12noon.
It will be held at the Royal British Legion Hall in Northgate, Louth.
There is set to be lots of beautiful flowers on display and a chance to see who has the best blooms locally.
So make sure you pop along to have a look if you are a floral fan. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/louth-fuchsia-society-s-annual-show-1-7546913 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/150d9604b2fe735eb466e08b8e04b3bbcbf3b1e1ca2d8da0864674615173f4cf.json |
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| 2016-08-31T06:50:40 | null | 2016-08-31T06:00:00 | A test has been developed that could help to diagnose bacterial infections, including meningitis in minutes. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fpin-prick-meningitis-test-could-be-available-within-five-years-1-7543599.json | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/pin-prick-meningitis-test-could-be-available-within-five-years-1-7543599 | en | null | Pin-prick meningitis test could be available within five years | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A test has been developed that could help to diagnose bacterial infections, including meningitis in minutes.
The new test, developed by a team at Imperial College London, is a major breakthrough in the rapid diagnosis of meningitis and sepsis in children. If made available through the NHS, it could allow treatment to begin much earlier, saving hundreds of lives and reducing the risk of life-changing after-effects.
The signs and symptoms of meningitis are notoriously difficult to diagnose, and can be dismissed as a cold or flu. Many young children presenting the early symptoms of the disease are initially sent home, before being rushed back to hospital a few hours later as their condition rapidly deteriorates.
Currently, doctors grow bacteria in a sample of blood, in a process which can take up to 48 hours.
Responding to the news, Liz Brown, CEO at charity Meningitis Now said: “A delay in life-saving treatment for bacterial meningitis can be a matter of life or death. We welcome this significant progress in the development of a rapid test for meningitis and sepsis.
“We would however, continue to advise people to know the signs and symptoms of meningitis and to seek immediate medical attention if they have any concerns”.
The study led by Professor Michael Levin has shown that a bacterial infection can be distinguished from other causes of fever, such as a viral infection, using a pattern of genes that are switched on or off in response to an infection.
A larger project will now begin to develop these findings into a pin-prick diagnostic test, which Professor Levin believes could be available through the NHS within five years.
14 facts about meningitis and septicaemia
Meningitis is usually caused by bacteria or viruses
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord
Septicaemia is blood poisoning
Some bacteria that cause meningitis also cause septicaemia
Meningitis and septicaemia often happen together – it is vital to know all the signs and symptoms
The early signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia can be similar to ‘flu and include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and muscle pain.
The more specific signs and symptoms include fever with cold hands and feet, drowsiness, confusion, pale blotchy skin, stiff neck, dislike of bright lights and a rash which doesn’t fade under pressure.
In babies, symptoms can also include being floppy and unresponsive, dislike of being handled, rapid breathing, an unusual, moaning cry and a bulging fontanelle (soft spot on the top of the head).
There are an estimated 3,200 cases of bacterial meningitis and septicaemia each year in the UK.
Following bacterial meningitis or septicaemia, one in ten people will die and at least a third of survivors will be left with lifelong after-effects such as hearing loss, epilepsy, limb loss or learning difficulties
Meningitis and septicaemia can affect anyone, of any age, at any time. However, babies and young children are most at risk, and young people between 15 – 24 years are also a higher risk group.
In the past 20 years, effective vaccines have been developed to give protection against SOME types of meningitis. These are offered to all babies and young children as part of the UK childhood immunisation programme. BUT there are not vaccines to protect against ALL types.
A vaccine to protect against meningococcal group B (Men B) disease, the most common cause of bacterial meningitis and septicaemia, was introduced into the UK childhood immunisation programme in September 2015.
If you suspect someone may be ill with meningitis or septicaemia, trust your instincts and get immediate medical help.
Meningitis Now aims to reduce the impact of meningitis by raising awareness and funding research into vaccine and treatment. For support and advice on meningitis call the Meningitis Now Helpline on 0808 80 10 388.
For more information or to donate visit the website at www.MeningitisNow.org | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/pin-prick-meningitis-test-could-be-available-within-five-years-1-7543599 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/2768c66668f7ec12650a10ce34959d54e579f22334eb20f284e1280fac053274.json |
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| 2016-08-27T10:49:20 | null | 2016-08-27T10:00:04 | A charity that provides support to families and other witnesses attending inquests is appealing for volunteers to assist its work in Lincolnshire. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcharity-appeal-for-help-with-inquests-in-lincolnshire-1-7541223.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.5616349.1472050136!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Charity appeal for help with inquests in Lincolnshire | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A charity that provides support to families and other witnesses attending inquests is appealing for volunteers to assist its work in Lincolnshire.
The Coroners’ Court Support Service has made the call, saying volunteers play an important role in its service, offering practical and emotional support to help everyone involved understand the processes and procedures at an inquest.
Volunteers are given thorough training, induction, and ongoing support through Samantha Shaw, a volunteer co-ordinator for the service.
She said: “People who find themselves attending an inquest often have no idea about what to expect and may feel thrown into an alien environment. Volunteers are crucial in helping us to support families and witnesses with what can be a daunting experience at a difficult time in their lives.
“Volunteers don’t need any prior knowledge of the legal or coronial system, or a counselling qualification. We want to hear from people with a caring, supportive nature, with excellent listening skills and who are able to empathise.”
The service is currently recruiting volunteers who are able to cover Lincolnshire. The majority of inquests are held at Lincoln, however there are also courts at Spilsby, Boston, Stamford and Spalding. A willingness to travel is essential, out of pocket travel expenses will be paid.
Barry Wantling, a volunteer, said: “Having been with the organisation for several months I enjoy meeting and providing support to families and witnesses. I believe that we can make a difference and help families when hearing the events surrounding the bereavement.”
Volunteers must be able to give at least two full days a month and to be available for quarterly team meetings and ongoing supervision.
Anyone interested needs to be able to speak and write in clear English, be punctual, and to be confident in working alongside other professionals.
For more information and an application form, email [email protected]
You can also learn more about the service at www.coronerscourtsupport service.org.uk | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/charity-appeal-for-help-with-inquests-in-lincolnshire-1-7541223 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/fc59e5d168475327474d83ca59b0eac4b5511019490391c4a89a3b1112c84df3.json |
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| 2016-08-27T22:49:41 | null | 2016-08-27T22:21:21 | Police say they are ‘concerned for the welfare’ of Kamil Szpara who has gone missing from Boston. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fpolice-concerned-for-welfare-of-man-missing-from-boston-1-7547712.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7547711.1472333324!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police ‘concerned for welfare’ of man missing from Boston | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Police say they are ‘concerned for the welfare’ of Kamil Szpara who has gone missing from Boston.
Kamil, 26, was last seen boarding a train at Boston station at 7.42am on Tuesday, August 23, which was heading in the direction of Nottingham. He was wearing a grey suit.
Kamil is described as approximately 5ft 8ins tall, of a slim build, has dark brown hair and is clean shaven.
Anyone with information about Kamil’s whereabouts, or who believes they have seen him, is asked to call 101 immediately. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/police-concerned-for-welfare-of-man-missing-from-boston-1-7547712 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/4533566f31f3ab3dd989f8966db09eda1551d57eacbf8c962de49d429c85f7ca.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:57:41 | null | 2016-08-22T12:44:04 | A total of 116 members from both Kenwick Park and Louth played a medal from the white tees for the Marcus Brown Memorial Trophy and Gross Trophy. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flouth-golfers-pay-tribute-to-marcus-1-7537961.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7537960.1471866231!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth golfers pay tribute to Marcus | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A total of 116 members from both Kenwick Park and Louth played a medal from the white tees for the Marcus Brown Memorial Trophy and Gross Trophy.
Marcus was a talented golfer who had played at both clubs before he sadly died some years ago.
Kenwick’s Nick Dawson shot a round of 82-12=70 to take the beautiful silver trophy on a countback from Louth’s Paul Brown who also shot a 82-12=70.
Billy Wright, from Kenwick, played a fine round of 71-1=70 to take third place, and claim an unusual trophy for the best gross score.
Marcus hit a ball into the fork of a tree branch where it stayed for many years, until John King rescued it and turned it into a unique trophy. A countback on 71 was needed to separate two Louth players, with Graham Evison (9) taking fourth spot and Oliver Lea (4) being placed fifth. * The scoring was high among the 37 players making the most of the light evenings to play in round six of the Summer Series Tuesday night nine-hole stableford.
Club junior Maxim Mower (15) scored a great 25 points to win and reduce his handicap by two shots.
Ian Dickinson (9) took the runners-up spot with 23 on a countback from Dave Foxon (11). Freddie Fearn (17) scored 22 to finish fourth.
* Jenny Cutts invited all of Kenwick’s past lady captains to play in a stableford competition for the Past Captains Cup.
Heavy rain forced the competition to be reduced to nine holes, but undaunted by the weather, Val Pattinson (17) scored 21 points to win.
Last year’s lady captain Pam Westthorp was runner-up with 20. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/louth-golfers-pay-tribute-to-marcus-1-7537961 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/eadd1169c871e14ab852307e0b055d9539534d5494661c962e9c6922e70752bb.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:11:42 | null | 2016-08-25T14:31:20 | Students at Cordeaux Academy celebrate another year of exam success. Many students have excelled in a number of students with some brilliant performances in English, Additional Applied Science, French, Art, Business Studies, Food Technology, RS, Music, Sport, ICT and Construction. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fgcse-results-students-at-cordeaux-academy-excel-to-success-1-7544238.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7544236.1472131863!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GCSE Results - Students at Cordeaux Academy excel to success | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Students at Cordeaux Academy celebrate another year of exam success. Many students have excelled in a number of students with some brilliant performances in English, Additional Applied Science, French, Art, Business Studies, Food Technology, RS, Music, Sport, ICT and Construction.
The academy celebrates 100 per cent student pass rate at 1 A*-G, which once again demonstrates the Academy’s inclusive approach to learning.
GCSE Results Day - 2016: Cordeaux Academy. Anna-Maria Broskov Larsen, Gemma Dodds, Holly Taylor and Bethany Gladhill. EMN-160825-141405001
Individual student successes include highest achieving female student Chloe Day with 3A*s, 5As, 2Bs and 1C and highest achieving male student Lewis Cole with 2A*s, 5As,2Bs and 1C.
Other individual students performance of note include: Gemma Dodds; 3A*s, 3As, 2As and 2Cs; Georgia Goddard; 2A*s, 6As, 1B and 1C; Isla O’Brien: 2A*s, 3As, 3Bs and 2Cs and Natalia Kaye; 3As, 6Bs and 1C.
Principal, Patrick Daley said: “Students and staff have worked extremely hard throughout the year and should be proud of the successes achieved. “Every student has something to celebrate and the atmosphere at this morning’s results collection was full of excitement and joy.
“As our students move on to the next chapter in their lives, we wish them all the very best of luck”. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/gcse-results-students-at-cordeaux-academy-excel-to-success-1-7544238 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/ec5bfacbc043af7ad82a734c7f4d6a2ab0a65552a431f83492a9895abbaad2b1.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:04:15 | null | 2016-08-17T12:42:55 | This weekend, Saturday August 20 and Sunday August 21, head to the Museum of Lincolnshire Life in Lincoln for a two day free event called ‘The Great War’. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Ffree-the-great-war-event-at-the-museum-of-lincolnshire-life-1-7530793.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7530792.1471434167!/image/image.jpg | en | null | FREE ‘The Great War’ Event at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | This weekend, Saturday August 20 and Sunday August 21, head to the Museum of Lincolnshire Life in Lincoln for a two day free event called ‘The Great War’.
The event is based on the life of children in 1916 and how the war had it’s affect.
Activities on offer include the Time Will Tell theatre which is based around Girl Guides and Boy Scouts who helped out in the war.
There is also other shows including the ‘Mr Alexander’s Travelling show’ and ‘Pavilion Pierrots’.
Jon Hogan, public engagement manager, said: “Children were part of the war effort in the First World War, particularly the Scouts and Guides who did all kinds of things, from delivering messages for MI5 to knitting socks to keep soldiers warm in the trenches.
“This weekend you can find out more about what children did and how life was for them.
“There will be live theatre telling the story of Guides and Scouts, and showcasing of some of the popular family entertainment common in the 1910s.
“With performances across the weekend, just turn up and join in the fun - and it’s all free!”
The Museum of Lincolnshire Life is open daily, 10am - 4:30pm.
All the details about this weekends events are avilable at https://lincolncastle.com/content/childs-war | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/free-the-great-war-event-at-the-museum-of-lincolnshire-life-1-7530793 | en | 2016-08-17T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/fae4340e1a1775078d9ae5573e1c9e2c5254113bce41d2788d5bd2d825c94f5a.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:58:05 | null | 2016-08-19T11:13:45 | Magna Vitae is celebrating the Britain’s Olympic sporting successes by hosting an I am Team GB Sports Fun Day at the Meridian Leisure Centre, in Louth on Saturday, August 27. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Flouth-leisure-centre-to-host-i-am-team-gb-sports-fun-day-1-7527597.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.6788544.1472120469!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth leisure centre to host I am Team GB Sports Fun Day | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Magna Vitae is celebrating the Britain’s Olympic sporting successes by hosting an I am Team GB Sports Fun Day at the Meridian Leisure Centre, in Louth on Saturday, August 27.
‘I am Team GB’ is a National Lottery and ITV-supported celebration to recognise the support the country is giving to Team GB during Rio 2016.
The event starts at 11am and is open to everyone. The day’s activity programme includes an array of sporting taster sessions, including a climbing wall, badminton, table tennis and Finding Dory swimming sessions.
It will also feature Water Walkerz, Jedi Training, craft and exercise classes, and a barbecue, running through until 5pm.
Entry is just £3 per person, and free for under 5s, which includes access to all taster sessions on offer throughout the day.
There will also be an opportunity for teams to put themselves forward to compete in races and challenges to become East Lindsey’s Olympic champions for top prizes.
Magna Vitae’s operations manager Naomi Baker said: “This is a great opportunity to try a new sport, have fun with friends and enjoy the facilities we have to offer with the whole family.”
Those wishing to enter a team must register in advance, at a cost of £20 per team of six which also includes access to the taster activities.
Teams are limited to a maximum of six members and must include a minimum of two over 16s.
To find out, more visit www.magnavitae.org/TeamGBSportsDay
To register a team, please call the Meridian Leisure Centre on (01507) 607650. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/louth-leisure-centre-to-host-i-am-team-gb-sports-fun-day-1-7527597 | en | 2016-08-19T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/83a65b6b049192df2cb186e9e6cba6bd80b0a8beb03f5e6f4c4f810467b213cf.json |
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| 2016-08-31T10:50:44 | null | 2016-08-31T10:51:13 | As a month long Think! Speed police campaign ends today new dash cam footage has been released showing the importance of the “twenty’s plenty” message often given for driving in residential streets. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fgraphic-video-dash-cam-footage-of-young-boy-being-hit-by-van-gives-stark-warning-at-end-of-police-speed-campaign-1-7553808.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7553805.1472637048!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GRAPHIC VIDEO: Dash cam footage of young boy being hit by van gives stark warning at end of police speed campaign | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Sorry, we're having problems with our video player at the moment, but are working to fix it as soon as we can
As a month long Think! Speed police campaign ends today new dash cam footage has been released showing the importance of the “twenty’s plenty” message often given for driving in residential streets.
The shocking video captures the moment a little boy gets hit by a van. The van was travelling at 20mph at the time of the collision. If it had been going just 10mph faster the likelihood of death would have been five times higher.
The shocking moment the boy ran out into the street captured on dash cam
The youngster - believed to be eight - charges out into the road between two parked vehicles and flies off the van’s bumper after being struck before tumbling onto the road and running off.
The van driver is completely unsighted and could do nothing to avoid the collision with the boy, who was badly bruised but otherwise unhurt.
Throughout August the county’s Road Policing Units have been out in force targeting motorists breaking the law.
The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your license however drivers across the county are warned that the speed limit is a limit not a target. In some road conditions or road layouts even driving at the speed limit could be too fast.
Speed limits are not targets
Traffic Sergeant Ian Manley said: “Those who speed put not only their own lives at risk but also the lives of others.
“The faster you drive the less time you have to react. Speed remains one of the biggest factors in fatal collisions.
“The difference of a few miles per hour can mean the difference between life and death. The faster someone is driving, the less time they have to stop if something unexpected happens.
“There will be times when you need to drive under the speed limit in order to drive correctly for the conditions or layout of the road.
“I would urge anyone who drives to help us protect road users by reducing your speed and driving to the conditions of the roads.
“If you kill someone while speeding, you will have to live with the long-term emotional consequences. Remember that speed limits are there for a reason.”
* Make sure you leave plenty of time for your journey, taking into account traffic
* Watch out for changes in the speed limit
* Drive to suit the conditions and the layout of the road
* Don’t let peer pressure encourage you to break the law
* Don’t assume it’s safe to break the speed limit because there is less traffic.
* Don’t be tempted to put your foot down because the road ahead appears clear. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/graphic-video-dash-cam-footage-of-young-boy-being-hit-by-van-gives-stark-warning-at-end-of-police-speed-campaign-1-7553808 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/ff5c8c0ea56a1f770a1a78ab154c961b10c4e5ca96ed80520d49b125b3a53919.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:10:02 | null | 2016-08-24T11:28:28 | A new survey has revealed that an estimated £4 million plus is pumped into Lincolnshire’s economy every year thanks to the Lincolnshire Show. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flincolnshire-show-brings-in-over-4-million-to-the-local-economy-1-7540011.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7540010.1471958945!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lincolnshire Show ‘brings in over £4 million’ to the local economy | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A new survey has revealed that an estimated £4 million plus is pumped into Lincolnshire’s economy every year thanks to the Lincolnshire Show.
Undertaken in conjunction with the University of Lincoln, the survey quizzed Show visitors on how much they spend on accommodation, travel, food and drink, shopping, and other local attractions when attending the two day event in June.
It is estimated that £4,372,500 is spent in the county during the Lincolnshire Show, which this year took place on June 22-23.
The survey consisted of face-to-face interviews, online submissions, and was circulated via E-bulletins and social media. Visitors were asked ‘how much would you estimate that you’ve spent locally on the following, in conjunction with visiting the Lincolnshire Show?’
Jayne Southall, CEO of the Lincolnshire Showground, said: “This is the first year that we have adapted our annual survey to find out how much the Lincolnshire Show generates for the local economy and the impact it has on visitor spend each year.
“The Show is such an integral part of not only our busy calendar of events but also the county’s. We know that our exhibitors, farmers, and supporters all look forward to its return each year.
“These survey results give us a real insight into how much of an economic impact it has in Lincolnshire and further supports the importance and continuation of county shows across the country.”
Based on 1,176 respondents, the survey revealed that those visitors spent £4,617 on accommodation, £1,216 on visiting other local attractions, £12,547 on food and drink; with travel forming a large part of visitor spend at £15,750.
This equates to an average of a third of visitors booking accommodation to attend the Show, half spending on transport, a third went shopping whilst in the area, almost half spent on eating and drinking and a fifth of all survey attendees visited other local attractions. Jayne added: “The results demonstrate that people are travelling from further distances to visit the Lincolnshire Show and it’s great to see that they’re spending time in the area and seeing all that we have to offer.”
“We are delighted to be helping Lincolnshire to thrive and it is thanks to all the hard work of our exhibitors, competitors, employees, volunteers, and organisers who make the Lincolnshire Show so great.”
The Lincolnshire Show attracts around 60,000 visitors each year across two days. More than 600 traders display some of the best in local produce and sell everything from handbags to hot tubs, mowers to muck spreaders, and combines to candles.
The Lincolnshire Show is organised by the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society, whose charitable objective is to educate about food, farming and a sustainable environment.
• The Show will return next year on Wednesday June 21 and Thursday June 22, 2017.. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/lincolnshire-show-brings-in-over-4-million-to-the-local-economy-1-7540011 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/9640729448db9c638f7aed92734d6c90a8ccd08424ea7b370fda23127e66d9e8.json |
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| 2016-08-31T06:50:38 | null | 2016-08-31T06:00:00 | A parenting advice website has listed the most popular baby names so far in 2016 and revealed previous favourites such as Sophia, Mia, Daniel and Harrison are on the decline. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Frevealed-the-most-popular-baby-names-so-far-in-2016-1-7543534.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7543532.1472565238!/image/image.jpg | en | null | REVEALED - the most popular baby names so far in 2016 | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A parenting advice website has listed the most popular baby names so far in 2016 and revealed previous favourites such as Sophia, Mia, Daniel and Harrison are on the decline.
Bounty Baby Club, a popular parenting advice site, has scaled its 100,000 visitors a month, to uncover the most popular baby names of the first half of 2016 and there are a few surprises.
A few favourites of recent years are still holding their popularity but the results reveal some new up and coming themes and trends.
The favourites
Holding onto their 2015 top spots, Alfie and Isla remain the most popular names for boys and girls. Out of the top 100 most popular names, the biggest winners have been Caleb, jumping up nine positions to 19, Jenson, rising up five places to 26 and Ellie, rising up nine positions to nine.
The biggest climber so far this year has been Arlo, previously was outside of the top 50, now cementing a top 10 position at number six. Other names you may start to hear more include Freddie, Aaron, Phoebe, Ellis and Millie.
So what names are falling out of favour this year?
Results show that for girls, Sienna, Mia, Sophia, Mila and Scarlett are on the decline in 2016. Yesterday’s news for boys’ names include Dylan, Sebastian, Daniel and Harrison which are proving less popular than they have in recent years.
There is a new trend of baby names emerging from Bounty’s findings, vowel heavy names, particularly for girls. Male names ending in a softer letter are also becoming more popular, for example names such as Alfie, Arlo, Archie and Harry.
Take a look at the top 10 for boys and girls for the first half of the year below:
Top 10 most popular baby boy names of 2016 so far:
Alfie
Oscar
Teddy
Harry
Jack
Arlo
Noah
Charlie
Jacob
Archie
Top 10 most popular baby girl names of 2016 so far:
Isla
Amelia
Ava
Freya
Evie
Olivia
Esme
Elsie
Mia
Ellie | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/revealed-the-most-popular-baby-names-so-far-in-2016-1-7543534 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/fddd339bfe4008c8e54ad29585aab8cf3c7b8796dcf35456388e4a9db22e4a59.json |
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| 2016-08-26T16:48:45 | null | 2016-08-26T16:33:45 | After reaching her own weight loss goal by shedding nearly three stone - a woman from Hogsthorpe now wants to help others by setting up her own groups. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fhogsthorpe-woman-wants-to-help-others-after-shedding-almost-three-stone-1-7546841.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7546840.1472225608!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Hogsthorpe woman wants to help others after shedding almost three stone | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | After reaching her own weight loss goal by shedding nearly three stone - a woman from Hogsthorpe now wants to help others by setting up her own groups.
Hazel Eastman,36, has recently moved to the area from Hampshire to enjoy a quieter life by the sea with her husband and two children, who are now seven and eight.
She always knew she was overweight but ignored the problem - even though she dreaded stepping onto the scales.
But since discovering Slimming World, her life has completely changed.
“I was in denial about my weight and I hated the way I looked. I hated going shopping for clothes and most of all I hated standing on my bathroom scales,” Hazel said.
“I have always enjoyed my food and because I am so busy all the time, I thought that I could just burn it off but it never happened and if I am honest, I kept getting bigger.
“I knew I wanted to lose weight, but wasn’t sure how to go about it, but then I found Slimming World.
“So I only went along to a group to see what it was about, but I was so taken back by how easy it all sounded that I decided to join and have never looked back.”
Hazel lost an amazing two stone and 13 pounds in just 26 weeks and she now finds that she has so much more energy and is able to wear clothes that are more fitting and flattering.
She added: “Going along to the group each week and receiving the help and support from all the other members has definitely helped me on my own weight loss journey.
“Without that, I would have given up weeks ago and be back to square one.
“Food optimising has been so easy and am able to cook meals for the whole family and keep to a budget.
“I have learned the joy of home cooked meals again.”
Hazel is now ready to help other people achieve their goal and is setting up her own Slimming World groups in Mablethorpe and Sutton onSea.
In Sutton, her group will meet at St Clement’s Church Hall on Monday evenings at 5.30pm.
In Mablethorpe, two classes will be taking place during Wednesday mornings each week - one at 9.30am and the other at 11.30am. They will be held at Mablethorpe Community Hall in Stanley Avenue.
Hazel is encouraging peole locally to just ‘give it a go’ and believes individuals won’t know what they can achieve - unless they give it a try.
*If you would like to know more information about Slimming World, or to join up to one of Hazel’s weekly classes, give her a call on 07790 158098. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/hogsthorpe-woman-wants-to-help-others-after-shedding-almost-three-stone-1-7546841 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/30f5a103a64b037cc2a581b661b6b6170d7e9ca5c055fd64c46203c646fd74f6.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:07:50 | null | 2016-08-14T06:00:00 | Social media can increasingly tell potential burglars information that will make their job much easier. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fhow-to-avoid-making-yourself-a-crime-target-with-your-social-media-posts-1-7521985.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7521984.1470916239!/image/image.jpg | en | null | How to avoid making yourself a crime target with your social media posts | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Social media can increasingly tell potential burglars information that will make their job much easier.
The culture of posting expensive new purchases, giving out your address and even when you are out of the country and for how long can create an enticing picture for would be burglars. Here are 10 steps you can take to protect yourself and your home during the summer period.
1) Consider taking a vacation from social media while you are on holiday or away for the day. Avoid announcements that you are going to be in another country for the next few weeks and do not check-in on social media at the airport.
2) Share vacation photos after the holiday. The photo could make clear that you are not at home even if you haven’t said where you are.
3) Consider sharing information with friends and not the entire public. At least in the weeks leading to a trip and during it.
4) Do not make details such as address, place of work or previous school public.
5) Put lights on timers during the evenings to give the impression there is someone there. Additionally outside sensors in the garden may deter potential intruders or burglars. In the absence of light, a timer on a TV or Radio could be an effective alternative.
6) Have a relative or a friend collect your mail so there is no build up of evidence to suggest you aren’t home. Don’t leave notes for delivery people suggesting you aren’t in.
7) Consider securing a visible security alarm. When asked burglars suggest the presence of a security system is the biggest deterrent to a potential burglar.
8) Keep any doors or windows, particularly on the ground floor, shut when you are not there. Remember insurance companies will often not pay out if a burglary occurs as a result of an insecure door or window.
9) Don’t forget to secure your garage or shed and if you have any power tools or gardening tools register them for free at http://www.immobilise.com/.
10) If you are going to be away for a period longer than a week it is worth informing the police of the duration of your trip. It may encourage them to actively drive by your home while they are on patrols.
Sources: Hampshire Police and Distinctive Doors | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/how-to-avoid-making-yourself-a-crime-target-with-your-social-media-posts-1-7521985 | en | 2016-08-14T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/34ad93aee16af750d1f639b189002ae1ccc3b61abca4a4f68ac373fd81ddcda0.json |
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| 2016-08-28T10:49:46 | null | 2016-08-28T10:00:33 | Here at United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to provide consistently excellent and safe patient-centred care, through highly skilled, committed and compassionate staff working together, writes Dr Suneil Kapadia. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcolumn-how-to-keep-your-cool-in-the-hot-weather-1-7541235.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541232.1472034360!/image/image.jpg | en | null | COLUMN: How to keep your cool in the hot weather | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Here at United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to provide consistently excellent and safe patient-centred care, through highly skilled, committed and compassionate staff working together, writes Dr Suneil Kapadia.
Through this column I want to share good news, updates about the Trust and tips to help you to stay well and out of hospitals.
With the warmer weather here and aboard I’d like to share with you some tips for coping in hot weather for you and the family and for those most at risk of serious harm from the effects of heat including older people, especially those over 75 and babies and young children:
Keep windows open and pull down the blinds or close curtains to block out direct sunlight to avoid your home acting like a greenhouse
Avoid the heat: stay out of the sun and don’t go out between 11am and 3pm (the hottest part of the day) if you’re vulnerable to the effects of heat.
Keep rooms cool by using blinds or reflective material outside the windows. If this isn’t possible, use light-coloured curtains and keep them closed (metallic blinds and dark curtains can make the room hotter).
Splash yourself with cool water.
Drink plenty of fluids, such as water and diluted fruit juice and avoid excess alcohol.
Listen to alerts on the radio, TV and social media about keeping cool.
To avoid going out in the heat, plan ahead and make sure you have enough supplies and medication..
Identify the coolest room in the house so you know where to go to keep cool.
Wear loose, cool clothing, and a hat and sunglasses if you go outdoors.
Use sunscreen with SPF greater than 10 if you go out in the sun.
Check up on friends, relatives and neighbours who may be less able to look after themselves.
Dr Suneil Kapadia is the medical director of United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/column-how-to-keep-your-cool-in-the-hot-weather-1-7541235 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/fa9b442d2c3d594e0eed13669a97de8be0c90f1df903c6b00e553bb2a3a37cfb.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:03:52 | null | 2016-08-15T12:00:13 | The nations biggest sports day, ‘I am team GB’ is being hosted by Magna Vitae on Saturday August 27. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fget-involved-in-i-am-team-gb-sports-day-at-meridian-leisure-centre-1-7527017.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7527016.1471258767!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Get involved in ‘I am Team GB’ sports day at Meridian Leisure Centre | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The nations biggest sports day, ‘I am team GB’ is being hosted by Magna Vitae on Saturday August 27.
Funded by the National Lottery and ITV, the celebration is to recognise the support given by the people of Great Britain during this years Olympics.
The day begins at 11am and includes an array of sporting taster sessions and fun including a climbing wall, badminton and Finding Dory swimming sessions.
Everyone is welcome and entry is £3 per person (Under 5’s are free) for the whole day.
To find out more visit www.magnavitae.org/TeamGBSportsDay | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/get-involved-in-i-am-team-gb-sports-day-at-meridian-leisure-centre-1-7527017 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/9d9ef10e32f823eae720be3244134e7338615825ad348f084d70d3de10c10023.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:07:37 | null | 2016-08-22T11:09:16 | UK motorists have been hit by a near-20 per cent rise in insurance costs in the last year, new figures show. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcar-insurance-costs-soar-nearly-20-per-cent-in-12-months-1-7537740.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7537738.1471860539!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Car insurance costs soar nearly 20 per cent in 12 months | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | UK motorists have been hit by a near-20 per cent rise in insurance costs in the last year, new figures show.
The average driver now pays £715 a year for fully comprehensive cover, up 19 per cent on the same time last year.
The figures were revealed by the Confused.com car insurance price index, which tracks quarterly and annual trends.
After dropping for several years from a high of £843 in 2011, insurance costs have been rising since the start of 2015. The latest figures, for the period from April to June 2016 show that costs have risen by 6 per cent since the start of the year and drivers are paying an average of £115 more for their insurance than they were in the same period last year.
Northern Irish drivers have been worst hit by the latest rises, seeing their premiums climb 25 per cent year-on-year. They now face an average premium of £863.
Also feeling the impact badly are motorists in parts of Scotland - the Highlands and Islands saw rises of 24 per cent and drivers in the Hebrides were hit with a staggering 42 per cent annual increase.
Conversely, Orkney’s capital - Kirkwall - was one of only two places to see a drop in costs, with a quarterly fall of four per cent. Hereford, in the West Midlands, was the only other place to see a fall in quarterly premiums - down two per cent on the first three months of the year.
While younger drivers might face the highest premiums overall, they have actually escaped the worst of the rises. Drivers aged 17 saw an annual rise of just eight per cent - the lowest of any age bracket - but still face average premiums of £2,013. A the opposite end, 61-year-old drivers saw a 24 per cent rise - the highest of any age group - but still only pay £418 a year.
And the gender gap persists, with male drivers facing annual rises of 21 per cent in comparison with the 18 per cent faced by women. This continued difference means the gap between the sexes is growing as men pay an average of £92 a year more - up from £27 in 2013.
Confused’s motoring editor, Amanda Stretton, said: “We’ve not seen price rises of this magnitude for five years - a 19 per cent annual increase is substantial to say the least. And these price rises are being felt across the board, for drivers of all ages and genders, across all UK regions.
“If prices continues to rise at the rate we’ve been seeing, we could be facing the possibility of average comprehensive premiums reaching a high not seen since 2011. This, combined with rising fuel prices and increased motoring costs across the board, could result in a sizeable dent in drivers’ pockets.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/car-insurance-costs-soar-nearly-20-per-cent-in-12-months-1-7537740 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/26b7a4aa801a05ddaa3b7dbd7b8bae7140d8d3110924ff99a7dbaf986fbbb96e.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:10:31 | null | 2016-08-25T12:12:44 | John Spendluffe Technical College, Alford, has enjoyed consistent success on GCSE Results Day (Thursday), and once again this summer’s results are a cause for celebration. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Feducation%2Feducation-news%2Fgcse-results-consistent-success-at-john-spendluffe-technical-college-1-7543568.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7543565.1472123548!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GCSE RESULTS: Consistent success at John Spendluffe Technical College | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | John Spendluffe Technical College, Alford, has enjoyed consistent success on GCSE Results Day (Thursday), and once again this summer’s results are a cause for celebration.
Schools will need to wait for a confirmed Progress 8 measure from national results, however, using past national performance it is clear that John Spendluffe will be comfortably above the national average, as well as the floor target.
GCSE RESULTS: John Spendluffe Technical College.
Headteacher, Steve Beverley, said: “I would like to offer my congratulations to our students on their results.
“They should be proud of their achievements, as I certainly am. I wish them every success for the future.”
Behind these excellent overall figures there were numerous individual outstanding achievements, including the following students who secured the top GCSE grades among their A*-C passes: Giedre Vingelyte (10 GCSEs including 7 at A*-A), Ben Farmer (11 GCSEs all at A*-B), Jack Collier (11 GCSEs with 9 at A*-B), Stacey McArthur (11 GCSEs including 8 at A*-B), and Toni McCreary (11 GCSEs including 7 at A*B). | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/education/education-news/gcse-results-consistent-success-at-john-spendluffe-technical-college-1-7543568 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/e3be47a1367f4a21f7f40f1cbb3f1bcdad70dc1ec2b0873e3b9c4c4babf8e4fe.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:09:50 | null | 2016-08-25T11:15:18 | The wait is now over as students from King Edward VI Grammar School in Louth were back at school in today (Thursday) to receive their GCSE results. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fgcse-results-king-edward-vi-grammar-in-louth-sees-over-40-per-cent-of-pupils-get-a-a-grades-1-7543279.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7543277.1472120101!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GCSE Results - King Edward VI Grammar in Louth sees over 40 per cent of pupils get A*-A grades | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The wait is now over as students from King Edward VI Grammar School in Louth were back at school in today (Thursday) to receive their GCSE results.
The Grammar school is now once again placed as one of the top 200 school’s in the country for results and it is not surprising as 40 per cent of their students received A*-A grades and three quarters of the results were B grade or higher.
GCSE Results 2016 - King Edward VI Grammar School in Louth. Bowen Drewery. EMN-160825-105454001
Head of Year 11 and the director of Middle School, Steve Neal said that this year’s results were ‘in line with expectations’, with a number of ‘oustanding performances from a number of pupils.’
Some of the star pupils of note include; Fraser Whittock who got 10A*s, Sam Walters, Taryn Charlton and Megan Fraser all got 7A*s and 3 As and Laura Dawson and Luca Stefanescu got 8A*s and 3As.
Headmaster at the grammar school, James Lascelles said: “We have been recently ranked by the Real Schools Guide as the number one education provider in the local area and this year group is a real testament to what that guide stands for; high quality teaching, an emphasis not just on the results achieved but on how much additional value we added to already bright children: we don’t let them coast!
“More than this, it is about partnership and working together and this excellent set of results is an impressive reflection of the dedication displayed by staff, pupils and parents to achieve this significant set of results.
“We believe in nurturing and encouraging individuals, working with children and that clear message has worked its magic once again.
“My wholehearted congratulations to the staff and the pupils for a tremendous team effort.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/gcse-results-king-edward-vi-grammar-in-louth-sees-over-40-per-cent-of-pupils-get-a-a-grades-1-7543279 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/8c39005c717ce60d9ed8e235cf46e57461e12ebd5f050f8ec74dbd09c7c38460.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:03:05 | null | 2016-08-15T14:47:58 | There will be fun for all the family at the Lincolnshire Chalk Streams Festival that is taking place between Monday August 22 and Friday August 26. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Ffun-for-all-the-family-at-free-lincolnshire-chalk-streams-festival-1-7527528.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7527526.1471268830!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fun for all the family at FREE Lincolnshire Chalk Streams Festival | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | There will be fun for all the family at the Lincolnshire Chalk Streams Festival that is taking place between Monday August 22 and Friday August 26.
Funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the festival is running a range of free events for all ages including guided walks, story-telling, stream-dipping and a clean-up day.
Jonathan Gahan, project officer, said: “The events are a great opportunity for families to get out and explore their local area.
“As well as practical activities, there are fun events for children and families, so whether you’re looking to keep the kids entertained during the holidays, or enjoy a walk through the Wolds, there’s something for everyone.”
For the full line up and to book for the events, go to www.lincswolds.org.uk/chalk-streams/lcsp-festival or call 01522 555780 | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/fun-for-all-the-family-at-free-lincolnshire-chalk-streams-festival-1-7527528 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/fcf660aa84a3ade40b9c09e7b1d353a8c95f9fb6473d3d35b34a8eb076ed545a.json |
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| 2016-08-28T08:49:45 | null | 2016-08-28T09:03:15 | The Royal Oak in Holten Le Clay is hosting a fun day in aid of Andrew’s Children’s Hospice this Bank Holiday Sunday (August 28). | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Ffun-dat-at-the-royal-oak-in-holten-le-clay-1-7546916.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7137685.1472227429!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Fun Dat at The Royal Oak in Holten Le Clay | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The Royal Oak in Holten Le Clay is hosting a fun day in aid of Andrew’s Children’s Hospice this Bank Holiday Sunday (August 28).
The event kicks off from 11.30am and goes well into the evening.
During the day there will be a number of stalls, a hog roast bouncy castle, face painting and cake stall.
Clifton’s Dance Academy is putting on a show from 11.30am and there is even a dog show from 1-3pm. Then a number of performers will be providing entertainment in the evening. So why not pop along and support this local event, and raise funds for a worthy cause too. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/fun-dat-at-the-royal-oak-in-holten-le-clay-1-7546916 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/65f0fc519103c8ef847131c66d8edd3ac1339f2618c4ac4cc316345b070cd2e3.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:03:31 | null | 2016-08-16T10:51:09 | More than half of the UK’s grandparents are planning to look after their grandchildren over the next few weeks, according to a recent survey. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fgrandparents-to-the-rescue-over-school-summer-holidays-1-7528657.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7528656.1471341022!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Grandparents to the rescue over school summer holidays | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | More than half of the UK’s grandparents are planning to look after their grandchildren over the next few weeks, according to a recent survey.
A poll of more than 8,000 over-50s shows that one in eight grandparents will look after grandchildren once a week over the school summer holidays, with a further one in eight will be on childminding duties twice per week.
However, one in twenty grandparents say they will be hosting their grandchildren three days a week while school is out for the summer, according to the research by Saga Car Insurance.
And it’s not just their time that will be donated - one in five say they will spend well over £200 keeping the children occupied. Days out to the beach (77 per cent) and on shopping trips (35 per cent) are the most popular distractions, although some grandparents are even taking their grandchildren on a holiday either in the UK (14 per cent) or abroad (5 per cent).
Grandparents in the North East are the most likely to babysit grandchildren over the school summer holidays, while those in the East Midlands are least likely to.
The Scots are most likely to spend big on their grandkids, with one in four expecting to spend more than £200 during the school holiday period.
Sue Green, Head of Saga Car Insurance, commented: “It looks as though children are in for an action-packed summer which is full of adventure if nan and granddad are in charge over the next couple of weeks. Grandparents really are generous giving up their time and money to help with childcare over the summer holidays and I’m sure they are really looking forward to spending some quality time with their grandchildren.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/grandparents-to-the-rescue-over-school-summer-holidays-1-7528657 | en | 2016-08-16T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/ec2186dbc9f258a2088b7490346121bcbcfdd55b68b5f377b072369e2ff16dc3.json |
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| 2016-08-26T15:05:38 | null | 2016-08-15T06:00:00 | UK parents are collectively spending £22 billion to help get their children on the road and three quarters of mums and dads in the South East admit paying for their child’s driving lessons. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fparents-fork-out-22bn-helping-kids-learn-to-drive-1-7521625.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7521624.1470916122!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Parents fork out £22bn helping kids learn to drive | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | UK parents are collectively spending £22 billion to help get their children on the road and three quarters of mums and dads in the South East admit paying for their child’s driving lessons.
A new survey of parents found that they are struggling to keep up with the rising costs involved in helping their children learn to drive and get motoring independently.
On average the process of taking to the open road for the first time now costs £7,000 - factoring in the cost of lessons, a car and insurance - and parents across the country are footing much of this bill.
Almost three quarters of parents in the South East (73.5 per cent) said they had paid for their child’s driving lessons. With them costing £24 on average and the Driver Standards Agency recommending 47 hours of tuition, that adds up to a potential £1,128 just to get them ready to sit their test.
On top of that, more than three quarters of South East parents (80 per cent) also help their children buy their first car, with a third (33 per cent) stumping up at least part of the deposit for a car. And more than half (52.3 per cent) of those surveyed revealed that they continued to pay out for regular maintenance, insurance, cleaning and even buying accessories.
Once their offspring have passed their test and secured some wheels, the biggest cost facing the Bank of Mum and Dad is getting the kids insured. The latest figures reveal that the cost of insurance alone for young drivers has risen by 13 per cent in the last year and for a 17-year-old now stands at £2,013 a year.
In a bid to bring these costs down many families are turning to technology. More than half of parents in the South East (53.6 per cent) have installed an insurance company ‘black box’ or dashboard camera. One in five (20 per cent) have also agreed to a high excess to reduce costs, while 42 per cent have put their names on their child’s insurance policy to lower payments.
Neil Addley, managing director of NFDA Trusted Dealers, said: “The survey findings show that each year the costs associated with learning to drive rises, putting a strain not only on learners, but also on the Bank of Mum and Dad. Increasing prices means there is often a temptation to scrimp on some things, such as the quality of the car, but this can lead to high running costs, leaving you out of pocket in the long term.
“With more and more parents stepping in to help get their children motoring, we have developed a dedicated section on our site which is filled with tips and advice from buying your first car, to the best cars for students.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/parents-fork-out-22bn-helping-kids-learn-to-drive-1-7521625 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/a5741dcf6634fb231e3e32d2d4f0cacc59e0ed9828686b998f06de15e669c380.json |
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| 2016-08-28T12:49:48 | null | 2016-08-28T12:15:36 | A couple working to make mathematics magical for children in Lincolnshire have won national recognition. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcouple-making-maths-magical-for-children-in-lincolnshire-win-national-recognition-1-7541440.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541439.1472136265!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Couple making maths magical for children in Lincolnshire win national recognition | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A couple working to make mathematics magical for children in Lincolnshire have won national recognition.
Grahame and Tracy Cooke, from Great Hale, have been named most promising franchisees for 2016 by the educational company, Professor Poopenshtinken’s Magical Maths.
They collected the honour at the end of last month at the franchise’s annual convention, held in Birmingham’s Hilton Hotel.
Professor Poopenshtinken’s Magical Maths – or just Magical Maths – is an after-school maths club for primary schoolchildren that aims to make the learning of maths fun and exciting.
The club, for example, sees dressed-up characters visit the school, with maths genius Professor Poopenshtinken among them.
Grahame, 63, and Tracy, 46, became franchisees for the company for Lincolnshire in February and began visiting schools in April.
After giving free assemblies to five pilot schools, they had more than 100 children sign up from nine clubs.
This early success looks set to continue into the next academic year, with bookings already in place at numerous schools in the area for September and October.
Speaking of his hopes for the next year, Grahame said: “In the next 12 months we have initial expectations of working with a select 50 schools and helping over 1,000 children to enjoy their maths more.
“It’s going to be a whirlwind year and hugely exciting for the lucky students who’ll get to experience the Magical Maths extravaganza for the first time.”
Of the programme, Grahame said: “Magical Maths is all about teaching primary curriculum mathematics in a way that absolutely engages and enthuses children.
“Magical Maths is incredibly passionate about helping children to develop their skills and build a brighter future, and we believe making learning fun is the absolute best way to achieve that.”
Grahame and Tracy both left their jobs on the same day in May of this year to pursue their new venture.
Grahame had been working at RAF Cranwell, while Tracy had been a teacher at Helpringham Primary School.
Making the move was a huge decision, said Grahame, but was “something we believed in and just wanted to do”.
“The satisfaction of seeing such happy children and parents has been well worth it and I love being Professor Poopenshtinken,” he said.
If any parents or teachers would like Magical Maths to visit their school, they can call Grahame or Tracy on 01529 297150 or visit www.magicalmathsclub.co.uk | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/couple-making-maths-magical-for-children-in-lincolnshire-win-national-recognition-1-7541440 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/2a88af5de1b9c2d750e14be7d808b517ed8e5c2956365fd5a58301379ae694f8.json |
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| 2016-08-31T14:50:43 | null | 2016-08-31T13:31:26 | An uncle out with his five-year-old nephew has spoken of his disgust at seeing a man having a poo in a carrier bag on a main road into Skegnes. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fman-caught-on-camera-having-poo-in-bag-in-skegness-1-7554241.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7554240.1472647301!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Man caught on camera having poo in bag in Skegness | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | An uncle out with his five-year-old nephew has spoken of his disgust at seeing a man having a poo in a carrier bag on a main road into Skegnes.
Jordan James posted this image on social media after walking past the man in Burgh Road about 7pm last night. He said: “What I have just seen is completely disgusting....
“I had my little nephew with me. What is this world coming to? There was a petrol station over the road with toilets in.”
The image was shared by more than 100 people with many agreeing it wasn’t something people wanted to see and others saying it was probably someone who got caught short.
Andrea Cooksey Timmins said: “No, it’s a poor man who cant make it to the loo.”
Tracyanne Faulkner also walked past the man. She said: “I saw all the rips in his jeans. Thankfully, I didn’t see him doing that. I’d have been sick. He was behind me all the way up Burgh Road.”
Mr Jordan said he believed the man might have been homeless. He said:”I do think there should be something done. This is something that the people of Skegness do not want to see.
“More should be done to help these homeless people.
“The reason I posted it was not the fact of being horrible, it’s more of the fact to warn people if travelling in that direction and to give people an idea of what sort of things go on around Skegness.”
A spokesman for Lincolnshire police said it could be a public order offence or one of outraging public decency. The spokesman said: “It was phoned in but didn’t meet the criteria of a blue light attendance and the man was no longer in the area when officers checked.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/man-caught-on-camera-having-poo-in-bag-in-skegness-1-7554241 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/dc6a30b4f3fe406b471eccce8c71cea7ba29322045511b819b6e5d3563c7e44f.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:09:39 | null | 2016-08-24T14:13:22 | Bird-lovers could be going quackers and flocking to Horncastle to grab a sight of a rare duck | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fay-up-me-duck-rare-aussie-bird-spotted-in-horncastle-1-7541722.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541718.1472045045!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Ay up me duck! Rare Aussie bird spotted in Horncastle | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Sorry, we're having problems with our video player at the moment, but are working to fix it as soon as we can
Bird-lovers could be going quackers and flocking to Horncastle to grab a sight of a rare duck
An Australian wood duck has settled on the River Bain, just a few hundred yards from a busy Tesco supermarket.
Australian Wood Duck on the River Bain, Horncastle, Lincolnshire EMN-160824-132703001
It is happily living alongside hundreds of mallards - and the town’s ‘infamous’ swan who locals have called Cyril.
A resident contacted the Horncastle News today (Wednesday) to tell us about the duck.
She said the duck appeared camera shy and swam off...whenever she attempted to take a photograph.
However, the News contacted Horncastle-based photographer John Aron who quickly spotted the Aussie invader.
Australian Wood Duck on the River Bain, Horncastle, Lincolnshire EMN-160824-132620001
And, amazingly, the duck happily posed for photographs in the Bondhi-beach-like weather.
The duck immediately attracted a large crowd, who admitted they were surprised to see it in Horncastle.
Alan Judge (37) said: “We’ don’t get many Australian visitors here. In fact, it should have come tomorrow (Thursday) - it’s market day then and there’s a lot more to see!”
Alison Newton (28) said she would not have spotted the Australian duck among all the resident mallards.
Australian Wood Duck on the River Bain, Horncastle, Lincolnshire EMN-160824-132639001
She added: “Now it’s been pointed out to me, it is a lot different looking. Perhaps it quacks with an Australian accent!”
An RSPB spokesman confirmed the duck was likely to have escaped from a private collection.
He said he did not know of any other Australian Wood Duck in this country.
The spokesman added: “It is very common in Australia but it is unlikely to have travelled all the way to England under its own steam.
“I’m not aware of any in a private collection (in this country) so it is pretty rare.
“It’s certainly worth a tick in the old book.”
Earlier this year, Cyril The Swan hit the national headlines after town councillors raised concerns he could be a threat to young children who often feed birds at the Tesco Bridge.
Cyril went missing for several weeks but is back and happy sharing the water with his new Australian friend who has already been dubbed ‘Kylie’.
There’s just one slight snag with that....apparently the duck is a male!
Did you know:
The Australian wood duck was first described by the English ornithologist John Latham in 1801 under the binomial name Anas jubata.
The 45–51cm duck looks like a small goose, and feeds mostly by grazing in flocks. The male is grey with a dark brown head and mottled breast.The female has white stripes above and below the eye and mottled underparts. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/ay-up-me-duck-rare-aussie-bird-spotted-in-horncastle-1-7541722 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/0cd56edfa1e995b6ab20cbd75553f97dfa61124feb0250247c855d8356b2d55c.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:05:39 | null | 2016-08-20T12:00:08 | If you were asked to choose your favourite meals, your ‘Desert Island Dinners’, what would you pick? My bet is lamb of some sort would make its way on to most people’s list, writes James Waller-Davies. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Frecipe-column-our-lamb-is-the-best-in-the-world-1-7534802.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7534800.1471598390!/image/image.jpg | en | null | RECIPE COLUMN: Our lamb is the best in the world | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | If you were asked to choose your favourite meals, your ‘Desert Island Dinners’, what would you pick? My bet is lamb of some sort would make its way on to most people’s list, writes James Waller-Davies.
British lamb is the best in the world. Our climate and geography are perfect for producing this delicious and versatile meat. There’s also possibly no other meat that reflects its region of origin in its flavour as much as lamb, be it Welsh, Cumbrian, Yorkshire, or our very own Lincolnshire.
I’ve got a natural bias for the Welsh mountain lamb of home, but the piece of Lincolnshire lamb we had for this week’s recipe was the best we’ve had in years. Meat is only as good as the feed the animals eat and this spring and summer have been perfect for grass growth and the animals have finished well.
But what to have with roasted meats in the summer, when a full roast dinner doesn’t quite fit with the weather? For me, with lamb, it has to be a ratatouille, that fantastic blend of tomatoes, courgettes, peppers, aubergines, with as much garlic and olive oil as you can manage.
Ratatouille has many variations, but this is a fairly classic version. The 200ml of olive oil is not a typo – the garlic and juices melt into the oil to make a deliciously rich sauce.
You can use any cut of lamb, from an economy piece of rolled breast, to a whole leg for something more special. At this time of year, I find a shoulder is best for roasting, as it has more flavour from a younger animal. But most of all, get it from your local butcher and ask for ‘Lincolnshire lamb’.
Roast lamb and ratatouille
Ingredients (serves 4)
½ shoulder of lamb
2 onions
2 red peppers
2 courgettes
2lbs any tomatoes
1 large aubergine
8 cloves garlic, chopped
200ml extra virgin olive oil
Basil and parsley
Method
Season the lamb and roast it how you like it – studded with rosemary and garlic is great. Time the roasting and resting so it is ready with the ratatouille.
Slice the onions and soften in a large, wide, pan. Add garlic and soften.
Cube the aubergines, slice the peppers and courgettes, and quarter the tomatoes. Add all to the pan, season, and mix gently.
Cook with a lid on a low heat on the hob for 30 minutes, or until all soft. Stir occasionally, but gently to avoid making it mushy. Add the herbs 5 minutes before the end to retain freshness.
Carve the lamb and serve. The perfect summer roast. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/recipe-column-our-lamb-is-the-best-in-the-world-1-7534802 | en | 2016-08-20T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/7747f701c43856a618c9667bf144b2bed9cab6bd47815a3e25fb332060860333.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:04:55 | null | 2016-08-24T11:27:46 | The Cola-Cola glass bottle has been voted as the most iconic packaging on the UK’s shelves. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcoca-cola-bottle-most-iconic-packaging-1-7541247.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541245.1472034454!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Coca-Cola bottle ‘most iconic packaging’ | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The Cola-Cola glass bottle has been voted as the most iconic packaging on the UK’s shelves.
A study of 1,500 Brits exploring the influence of packaging and branding on shopping habits found that one in six people thought the Coca-Cola bottle was the most identifiable in terms of packaging.
Indeed, it was deemed to be just as recognisable without its logo or the product itself.
The research, commissioned by Easyfairs, organisers of Packing Innovations and Luxury Packaging London, found the Toblerone triangular chocolate bar finished as a close runner up, with Marmite’s glass jar rated as third-best-loved product packaging.
Beauty brands, such as the Tiffany Box and the Chanel No.5 Bottle just missed out on the top ten.
Coke’s success has been attributed to its targeting younger audience, with one in five Millennials selecting the bottle as the most recognisable pack product.Pringles’ iconic cylinder tube, fourth on the overall list, was the Millennial’s second favourite.
The study also revealed barcodes as the greatest packaging invention, ahead of more traditional items such as the cardboard box (21 per cent) - although the younger generation, 18-34 years, voted for 3D printing and re-sealable zips as its top two.
Gerry Sherwood, Event Director for the Easyfairs’ Packaging Portfolio, who commissioned the survey, said: “Millennials have officially passed Baby Boomers as the largest generation in history, and are more personally connected to their favourite brands than ever before. It is therefore not surprising to see 3D printing come out top in our poll for this age group.”
Top Ten Most Recognisable Brand’s Packaging
1. Coca-Cola Bottle
2. Toblerone Triangle
3. Marmite Jar
4. Pringles Tube
5. KFC Bucket
6. Heinz Ketchup Bottle
7. Fairy Liquid Bottle
8. Apple’s iPhone Box
9. Walkers Crisp Packet
10. Amazon Box | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/coca-cola-bottle-most-iconic-packaging-1-7541247 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/d083da0a186a3db59823a52e83d8730ca6ebcee8a9d42ccfd6281711ff5b3b52.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:51:26 | null | 2016-08-26T09:46:11 | Peter Hickman is hoping home advantage pays off as he makes the short trip to Cadwell Park this weekend for round eight of the MCE British Superbike Championship. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fhome-is-where-the-heart-is-for-hickman-1-7538425.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7538424.1471877239!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Home is where the heart is for Hickman | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Peter Hickman is hoping home advantage pays off as he makes the short trip to Cadwell Park this weekend for round eight of the MCE British Superbike Championship.
The Louth rider lives within a stone’s throw of the track and is relishing the chance to shine in front of all his family, friends and fans as he attempts to score maximum points at the Wolds circuit.
Peter Hickman had to settle for two 11th-place finishes at Brands Hatch EMN-160808-095352002
His JG Speedfit Kawasaki Superbike team spent a couple of days at Cadwell recently to test the bikes and find a good set-up ahead of the races, and Hicky was happy with the results.
“I was at the track with my team JG Speedfit Kawasaki and things have gone really well,” said Hickman who earned his first BSB win at the Lincolnshire circuit two years ago.
“I recorded my personal best time for a test and was within a tenth of my overall personal best at Cadwell.
“I’m happy with the way it’s gone; we have tried lots of different things and figured out what does and doesn’t work so it’s all been pretty good.
“The weather has been kind to us and I’m really looking forward to the bank holiday weekend now to get some good racing in and hopefully end up with a couple of podiums.”
Hickman currently lies 10th in the overall rider standings after a disappointing run of results, but remains only 19 points off a coveted top six position.
The weekend begins on Saturday with free practice at 10.20am and 3pm.
On Sunday there is a further free practice session at 10.20am ahead of the three-stage qualifying session at 4.07pm.
Monday is race day and there is a short morning warm-up at 9.10am for last-minute checks on the bikes before they take to the grid for race one which is scheduled for 12.50pm and runs over 18 laps.
The second encounter is later in the day at 4.50pm. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/home-is-where-the-heart-is-for-hickman-1-7538425 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/a0af10b4735c972660929ab1f78ac3126b881a601b10c94bb32b124d5cdd7c74.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:08:29 | null | 2016-08-12T14:54:37 | A Skegness bingo player is looking forward to treating her family after scooping a £15,000 prize. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fbingo-player-in-skegness-scoops-15-000-prize-1-7524592.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7524591.1471021774!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Bingo player in Skegness scoops £15,000 prize | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A Skegness bingo player is looking forward to treating her family after scooping a £15,000 prize.
Caroline Wyllie, of Mablethorpe, said she was so overwhelmed when her numbers came up she couldn’t concentrate.
She said: “I even missed a couple of games!”
As well as treating her family she plans to put money towards buying a caravan and said: “I’ll save some for a rainy day too.”
This is the second big win in a fortnight at Roman Bank Bingo, where Caroline has been a member for five years.
The combined prize pay-out amount stands at over £32,000, which two lucky customers won playing the National Live on two separate weekends.
Roman Bank Bingo opened at the former dance hall and cinema 1962. Jason Beauchamp-Hughes, general manager of the club, said “I’m delighted for our recent winners. The atmosphere was electric when the announcement came through and it was great to see our customers congratulating our lucky winners.”
Planning is underway for a special event to celebrate the club’s birthday. Owned by Majestic Bingo Limited, the UK’s third largest operator of retail bingo, over £480,000 has been won this year on the National Game and National Live. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/bingo-player-in-skegness-scoops-15-000-prize-1-7524592 | en | 2016-08-12T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/5e8726991231046ee03af55728eef82598409eacebd65bc6c23196805e0cf4a5.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:08:04 | null | 2016-08-18T19:29:32 | A fun dog show will take place on Sunday (August 28), in the beautiful grounds of St Leonard’s Church in St Leonard’s Lane, South Cockerington. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fgo-along-to-the-10th-anniversary-dog-show-in-south-cockerington-1-7530931.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7530930.1471437096!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Go along to the 10th anniversary dog show in South Cockerington | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A fun dog show will take place on Sunday (August 28), in the beautiful grounds of St Leonard’s Church in St Leonard’s Lane, South Cockerington.
It will be the 10th annual show, and organisers hope that it will be the best one yet.
The organisers are looking for the fastest sausage eater in town, cutest puppies (4 - 12 months), golden oldies, rescues, loveliest ladies and gorgeous guys, not to mention those with bad hair days.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes over 6 months’ old (except the puppy class) are welcome to take part in our 20 fun classes which also include fancy dress, best six legs, fastest recall, best trick and more. There will also be homemade refreshments, a raffle, a tombola and stalls.
Entry to the show is free, with entry to each class costing £1 - pay as you enter each class.
The show is run by Louth & District Dog Club to raise funds for the Church. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/go-along-to-the-10th-anniversary-dog-show-in-south-cockerington-1-7530931 | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/efa7f47e8e3ae9ebefd3f5dad0df85e70d08583e382f4fe3d61ce04df8c561c5.json |
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| 2016-08-31T10:50:42 | null | 2016-08-31T10:43:40 | A Horncastle man kicked the door of his former partner’s car because he was annoyed she was leaving him for the ‘sixth time’, a court has been told. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fhorncastle-man-damaged-ex-partner-s-car-after-she-left-him-for-the-sixth-time-1-7553778.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7526746.1472043093!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Horncastle man damaged ex-partner’s car after she left him ‘for the sixth time’ | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A Horncastle man kicked the door of his former partner’s car because he was annoyed she was leaving him for the ‘sixth time’, a court has been told.
Mason Harris, 23, of Prospect Street, admitted damaging the Peugeot 206 belonging to Linda Bonka when he appeared at Skegness Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (August 30).
Marie Stace, prosecuting, said Ms Bonka reported to police that Harris had driven his car in such a way as to force her to stop in Boston Road, Horncastle, and he had then got out of his car and kicked her driver’s door.
Ms Stace said Harris was apparently annoyed and had told police it was because ‘she was leaving him for the sixth time’.
She said that in response to a request from Ms Bonka, she was asking the magistrates to impose a restraining order on Harris to prevent him from contacting her.
In mitigation, Beris Brickles said that after the break-up of a two year relationship, Ms Bonka had accused Harris of a number of much more serious allegations but this was the only one the police had proceeded with.
Asking the magistrates not to impose a restraining order, Mr Brickles said Harris was concerned that such an order would be used to ‘beat him round the head’.
He said it was most unlikely the two would meet as he lived in Horncastle and Ms Bonka lived in Lincoln and that a restraining order would be ‘disproportionate’.
He added that police had originally decided to offer Harris a caution provided he pay for the damage to be repaired, but when a bill for £750 was produced, this was above the amount for which they could do so, but he said that amount was too much for the damage he had done, as he was only wearing trainers at the time.
The magistrates said they believed they had a ‘comprehensive picture’ of what had happened and ordered a compensation order of £200 with an order for court costs of £85.
They said it would be ‘disproportionate’ to order a restraining order and refused to impose one. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/horncastle-man-damaged-ex-partner-s-car-after-she-left-him-for-the-sixth-time-1-7553778 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/d830610f27409ebd695d5bf78d750a2db4de911c5c7c4c28c4e39418ff810357.json |
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| 2016-08-28T06:49:44 | null | 2016-08-28T06:00:47 | An organisation bworking to help people in Lincolnshire get the best out of their local health and social care services is appealing for volunteers to come forward. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fhealth%2Fhealth-news%2Flincolnshire-health-group-s-volunteer-appeal-1-7541311.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.5243693.1472035682!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lincolnshire health group’s volunteer appeal | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | An organisation bworking to help people in Lincolnshire get the best out of their local health and social care services is appealing for volunteers to come forward.
Healthwatch Lincolnshire is looking for people to take on a range of voluntary roles, including:
* ‘Community champions’, who help promote the work of Healthwatch Lincolnshire.
* ‘Enter-and-view authorised representatives’, who enter and view health and social care services to gain an understanding of people’s experiences while they are receiving them.
* ‘Mystery shoppers’, who test the patient experience of the health and social care services.
Chief executive officer Sarah Fletcher said: “Volunteering for Healthwatch Lincolnshire is richly rewarding for all involved. When you give up your time and resources, you are making a difference.”
You can find all the roles at www.healthwatchlincolnshire.co.uk/volunteers, but the organisation also says it may be able to create a role to match an individual’s skills or knowledge.
To find out more call 01205 820892 or email [email protected]. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/health/health-news/lincolnshire-health-group-s-volunteer-appeal-1-7541311 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/454b1e6f741ba01cd1a5776a8064cb6f24a2d7d239925be25d5319b4e81ce721.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:02:42 | null | 2016-08-24T14:41:01 | Businesses have just weeks to get themselves featured in 2017’s Skegness, Mablethorpe and The Lincolnshire Wolds holiday guide. Those behind the guide, to be distributed across the country, are especially looking for pubs, restaurants and retailers to advertise, as well as a picture for the front cover. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fbusiness-news%2Fpromote-yourself-in-next-year-s-skegness-holiday-guide-could-your-pic-make-front-page-1-7541793.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541792.1472046049!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Promote yourself in next year’s Skegness holiday guide: Could your pic make front page? | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Email verification
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| 2016-08-29T16:50:09 | null | 2016-08-29T17:05:40 | Lincolnshire Police have appealed for car drivers and motorcyclists to take extra care on local roads this evening (Monday). | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flincolnshire-police-urge-drivers-to-take-care-when-leaving-cadwell-park-1-7549504.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7437569.1472486720!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lincolnshire Police urge drivers to take care when leaving Cadwell Park | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Lincolnshire Police have appealed for car drivers and motorcyclists to take extra care on local roads this evening (Monday).
Thousands of fans were expected to leave a major motorsport event at Cadwell Park between Louth and Horncastle.
In addition, heavy traffic was expected back from the coast as day trippers made the most of the superb Bank Holiday weather.
Potential hot- spots included the A158 \and A153 through Horncastle and the A16 Louth-bypass.
Earlier today, there were reports of lengthy tailbacks in the Cadwell Park area - and in Wragby.
Horncastle police reported traffic was also heavy in the town as vehicles headed for the coast. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/lincolnshire-police-urge-drivers-to-take-care-when-leaving-cadwell-park-1-7549504 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/9c2a6b5902c82d6f059bd59ded80cfa7188d17f19096a9755d0cf2903171b905.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:07:07 | null | 2016-08-23T11:50:38 | There is now less than two weeks to catch Poppies: Wave at Lincoln Castle. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Flast-chance-to-see-poppies-wave-at-lincoln-castle-1-7539671.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7525362.1471949426!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Last chance to see Poppies: Wave at Lincoln Castle | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | There is now less than two weeks to catch Poppies: Wave at Lincoln Castle.
More than 400,000 people have been to see the iconic sculpture so far, which has been on display since May 26.
“The turnout so far has been spectacular,” said Jon Hogan, the castle’s public engagement manager.
“We knew the sculpture would be popular but it’s exceeded our expectations.
“We’re expecting another surge in visitors over the last weekend, so if you’re local then come in August and beat the crowds.”
Wave can be seen until September 4.
The castle grounds are open each day from 10am to 5.30pm, with last entry to see Wave at 5.15pm. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/last-chance-to-see-poppies-wave-at-lincoln-castle-1-7539671 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/404cc3bb2f9e2cbdfa39918dc4fd14ae96cb42ba835ae62632435a489abe443b.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:49:13 | null | 2016-08-24T09:05:38 | Exciting Kenwick Park golfer Ashton Turner was in outstanding form as he served up a perfect winning record while on international duty. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fkenwick-park-golfer-takes-top-individual-honour-at-home-internationals-1-7538305.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7538304.1471874821!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Kenwick Park golfer takes top individual honour at Home Internationals | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Exciting Kenwick Park golfer Ashton Turner was in outstanding form as he served up a perfect winning record while on international duty.
Turner was named in an 11-man England squad for the Home Internationals at Nairn Golf Club against the leading male amateurs from Ireland, Wales and Scotland.
And the 20-year-old, currently 79th in the world amateur rankings, won all six of his matches to earn the Fairstone Player of the Tournament Trophy as the top points scorer among the 44 golfers on show.
But individual plaudits were not at the forefront of the Lincolnshire golfer’s mind as England narrowly lost out on the overall team prize to Ireland.
“It was a great week for me, but didn’t really feel like it at the time to be honest,” he said.
“All that mattered was the team winning. It wasn’t about me winning all points or no points as long as the team got the win, but we just couldn’t close it out at the end unfortunately.”
Opening against the hosts Scotland, Turner paired up with James Walker (The Oaks) and sealed a tight 1-hole win over Graeme Robertson and Euan McIntosh.
He then completed an impressive 5 and 3 win in the singles over Scott Sandy who was playing on his home course.
Following the eight-and-a-half to six-and-half victory, England then comfortrably beat Wales by 11-and-a-half points to three-and-a-half.
Turner was again paired with Walker and once more a tight finish ensued with the Englishmen sneaking a 1-up win over Owen Edwards and Josh Davies.
The Alford golfer maintained his top form to dispatch Euan Griffith in the singles, wrapping up a 3 and 2 win on the 16th green.
The result set up a decisive winner-takes-all match between the two unbeaten teams, England and Ireland.
Turner and Walker were once more taken to the wire in their foursomes match, edging a 1-hole win against Paul McBride and Conor Purcell as England took a narrow 3-2 lead after the foursomes.
The in-form Lincolnshire golfer was then sent out first in the singles and duly delivered the win, 3 and 2, against Stuart Grehan to complete a unblemished personal record.
But the Irish team fought back, winning six of the remaining nine singles to shade a thrilling match 8-7.
Turner added: “As you can imagine it was pretty gutting for me and the team after being so close, but looking back and reflecting it was a great week for me.
“I had some great matches and beat some tough opposition along the way.
“Hopefully I can carry this form on for the rest of the season as well.”
Turner has enjoyed a fine 2016 so far, beginning the year with two top 15 finishes on the Australian Tour, including ninth place at the Australian Amateur Championship.
His form helped earn a spot on the European team for the Sir Michael Bonnallack Trophy match with Asia where he took three points out of five to help his side to victory in Portugal. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/kenwick-park-golfer-takes-top-individual-honour-at-home-internationals-1-7538305 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/3e4b3d19985240d3cfb4a00ae06af827e730deb051d225ce92d1d691734d7183.json |
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| 2016-08-27T12:48:28 | null | 2016-08-27T12:00:01 | Ever-improving ex-Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively impresses as the lead in this refreshing shark attack horror-thriller, writes Gavin Miller. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Ffilm-review-the-shallows-15-1-7541302.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541300.1472035317!/image/image.jpg | en | null | FILM REVIEW: The Shallows (15) | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Ever-improving ex-Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively impresses as the lead in this refreshing shark attack horror-thriller, writes Gavin Miller.
The blossoming Savages and The Age of Adaline star provides a noteworthy performance as marooned surfer Nancy Adams, who gets stranded on a shallow rock face just a mere 200 yards from shore after being attacked by a great white shark.
Unfortunately the secret beach is completely secluded bar a couple of surfers also being privy to its location, who vacate the waters before ex-medical student Adams gets her leg severely lacerated, leaving her with a battle of wills against the predator before high tide engulfs her precariously safe haven.
Throw in a mother/father/sister back story which adds empathetic scope to her character’s predicament, then Lively becomes as important to the movie as the terrifyingly ‘Jaws’ sized shark that would generally be the main crowd-pleasing aspect.
A few coincidences do prove to be a bit too convenient as the movie flitters between potentially indie-esque and mainstream, but still ends up being more ‘Hollywood’ with Non-Stop director Jaume Collet-Serra at the helm – which isn’t a problem as it proves to be a satisfying slice of strong-willed woman versus deadly carcharodon carcharias entertainment.
It doesn’t overstay its welcome, offers up impressive shark effects and some imaginative sequences and with Lively as the amiable human headliner, swims far more than it sinks.
RATING: 3.5/5 stars | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/film-review-the-shallows-15-1-7541302 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/22ba362a3adf86cdcdfba9a0d988904e49501ef54ad3f5fd35c4a2226934ee7d.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:00:50 | null | 2016-08-15T10:51:18 | This weekend’s action, rounded-up by Ann Boulton... | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flincs-ecb-premier-round-up-1-7526806.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7348569.1471867320!/image/image.jpg | en | null | LINCS ECB PREMIER: Round-up | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | This weekend’s action, rounded-up by Ann Boulton...
A maiden ECB League century for Louth’s overseas player Keaton Critchell, a hat-trick for Dan Freeman and an eighth century for Obus Pienaar were the highlights of a weekend that saw Grantham move into second place in the Readers Lincolnshire ECB Premier League.
Critchell’s innings helped Louth to a winning draw over Nettleham and a place in the top half of the table, while Freeman’s three in a row came in a haul of six for 24 against Woodhall Spa.
Pienaar is moving ever closer to the league runs record - 52 runs from the final four matches will see him take over the mantle from his Sleaford predecessor Tim McIntosh, who set the record of 1323 in 2014.
At Market Deeping, Bracebridge Heath wicketkeeper Carl Stubbs was involved in two stands that rescued his side’s innings.
Coming in on 119 for six, Stubbs put on 67 for the seventh wicket with Vikram Atri, then 64 for the eighth with Stuart Fraser-Cattanach before being dismissed for 50.
Fraser-Cattanach went on to make an unbeaten 57, adding a further 28 with James Holden to take the final score to 278 for eight.
Steady batting down the Deeping order ate away at the total but the home side fell behind the run rate to finish on 220 for eight and a share of the points.
Woodhall Spa wicketkeeper Jack Timby was also on form with the bat, hitting 68 off 68 balls to take his side to 131 for four but when Woodhall had reached 163 for seven, Freeman claimed his hat trick and the final wicket fell on 168.
Ross Carnelley then hit an unbeaten 79 in Grantham’s eight wicket win.
Deeping are third in the table, just four behind Grantham, with Sleaford another four points adrift in fourth.
Pienaar made 121 off 114 balls at Grimsby, taking Sleaford to 290 for seven at the close.
Neal Snell then hit 49 to help the home side to 106 for three and at the close Grimsby were 168 for eight.
Ninth placed Boston notched up a seven wicket win over Skegness to open up a gap over their opponents who are now 12 points above the relegation zone occupied by Grimsby and Nettleham.
Chasing the seasiders’ 150, Boston were 66 for three when Jonny Cheer (64 not out) and Ryan Croom (52 not out) joined forces to take them to victory.
A high scoring game at Lindum saw Will Wright, Luke Robinson and Charlie Tomlinson all hit half-centuries in their side’s total of 285 for four.
Bourne lost early wickets but steady batting from the middle order took the visitors to 205 for seven and a share of the points.
Results: Woodhall Spa 168 (J Timby 68, Freeman 6-24 inc hat trick), Grantham 170-2 (Carnelley 79no); Louth 200 (Critchell 101, Bell 50, Bridgens 6-41), Nettleham 165-9 (Bridgens 87no); Skegness 150, Boston 154-3 (Cheer 64no, Croom 52no); Sleaford 290-7 (Pienaar 121), Grimsby 168-8; Lindum 285-4 (Wright 79, Robinson 61, Tomlinson 50), Bourne 205-7; Bracebridge Heath 278-8 (Stubbs 50, Fraser Cattanach 57no), Market Deeping 220-8. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/lincs-ecb-premier-round-up-1-7526806 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/71951fb4d14cc7bc2c03009857764ce7010646dacf4f77be0e76040b01cd7a7a.json |
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| 2016-08-28T12:49:47 | null | 2016-08-28T11:55:03 | Louth Film Club is hosting its very own French Film Festival during September and October and will run for five weeks. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Ffrench-film-festival-set-for-louth-film-club-1-7546903.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7546901.1472226931!/image/image.jpg | en | null | French Film Festival set for Louth Film Club | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Louth Film Club is hosting its very own French Film Festival during September and October and will run for five weeks.
Paul Hill, chair of Louth Film Club, said: ‘French cinema is amongst the most creative and popular in the world.
“The films we have scheduled date from the 1940s to the present day and are directed byimportant and celebrated film-makers.”
The festival opens on Monday, September 5, with Jean Cocteau’s La Belle et la Bête, from 1946.
On Monday, 12 September, François Truffaut’s The 400 Blows from 1959, is to be shown. About a boy deprived of attention who drifts into petty crime, this was the defining film of the French ‘New Wave’.
For more information on all of the films set to shown during the festival and the viewing times, please visit: www.louthfilmclub.com. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/french-film-festival-set-for-louth-film-club-1-7546903 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/6af8030b3a44b6ec7f956285e8233293a7a8eb78e76519907699efdc9bfb1bc4.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:09:05 | null | 2016-08-25T16:47:02 | Forget the catwalk in Paris and London - a Louth area lad is set to bring forward the biggest fashion show that the town has ever seen. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fbiggest-fashion-show-to-date-set-for-louth-1-7544850.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7544849.1472213288!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Biggest Fashion Show to date set for Louth | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Forget the catwalk in Paris and London - a Louth area lad is set to bring forward the biggest fashion show that the town has ever seen.
Ashley Janney, 25, from Fotherby near Louth is presenting his own Spring/Summer 2017 collection, ‘Preach’, at St James’s Church on Saturday, September 17.
Designer Ashley Janney.
After graduating with a BA Hon’s Degree in Fashion Design in Rochester and spending six months working in the industry, Ashley felt the time was right to go back to his roots and go out on his own.
“I felt like now was a good point in my life to begin work on my own collection and pursue my dream of becoming a designer in my own right,” Ashley told the Leader.
“This is going to be an event like no other in Louth. All of the designs from my collection are my own designs and I’ve spent weeks of 15-hours days making the garments so they are ready for the runway.
“I have also had a lot of help and support from The Prince’s Trust , which has been great.”
With an entourage of paparazzi and a glamorous red carpet to walk down on arrival, Ashley is leaving no stone unturned and is aiming to make the show as glamourous as possible.
He added: “This show is all about sophistication and elegance, which is reflected in my collection. The clothes are all about outfits that look good on all body types and can easily be worn from day to night. It’s an upmarket brand, but doesn’t have the big London price tag.”
1 Tickets to this exclusive show are £7 each (including a glass of champagne on arrival) and can be purchased online. Please visit Ashley’s business page: https://www.facebook.com/AshleyJanneyRTW/ | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/biggest-fashion-show-to-date-set-for-louth-1-7544850 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/e5673bc152a3b84151896ceaf0fbfd1b2b6d2f2502aa1f7964e3e902f7670454.json |
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| 2016-08-28T08:49:27 | null | 2016-08-28T08:01:12 | British soul icon Billy Ocean has included a Grimsby date in his UK headline tour next year. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fsoul-icon-tickets-go-on-sale-for-grimsby-show-1-7547816.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7547815.1472367655!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Soul icon tickets go on sale for Grimsby show | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | British soul icon Billy Ocean has included a Grimsby date in his UK headline tour next year.
Tickets went on sale this week for the show on April 6, 2017.
With the release of his latest album ‘Here You Are: The Best Of Billy Ocean’ soaring to number four, Billy celebrated his highest charting album since 1989.
The ‘Caribbean Queen’ star is Britain’s biggest selling black artist of all time, with a string of multi-platinum hits.
On the tour, he will be performing all his greatest hits from the new album and favourite tracks.
The 2CD set features a personal collection of Billy’s interpretations of songs, which helped the young Leslie Charles become the Billy Ocean we all know today, alongside a career spanning celebration of his biggest hits.
Tickets for the Grimsby Show start at £22.50 and are available from the Box Office on 0300 300 0035, on line at www.grimsbyauditorium.org.uk or in person at the Auditorium or Cleethorpes Tourist Information centre. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/soul-icon-tickets-go-on-sale-for-grimsby-show-1-7547816 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/110ddb34a7ef6c26029871f1d112a3475c280787684bb09e59b49df157e80447.json |
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| 2016-08-30T18:50:26 | null | 2016-08-30T19:21:07 | Horncastle & Wragby Police are appealing for witnesses following reports of ‘suspicious activity’ at Wragby Town Hall over the weekend. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fsuspicious-activity-at-wragby-town-hall-1-7551065.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7472088.1472570498!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Suspicious activity at Wragby Town Hall | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Horncastle & Wragby Police are appealing for witnesses following reports of ‘suspicious activity’ at Wragby Town Hall over the weekend.
PCSO Nigel Wass said: “We would like to make people aware of suspicious activity around Wragby Town Hall on Sunday August 28 at around 8:30pm.
“Unknown people have forced the rear doors of the Town Hall, but nothing is believed to have been taken.”
If you have witnessed anything suspicious, or if you have any information, call 101 quoting incident number 109 of August 29 or call CrimeStoppers on 0800 555111. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/suspicious-activity-at-wragby-town-hall-1-7551065 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/a43c7fcb0772a7028aeac063e143f01304b94c87b466097ce34266a132067c30.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:58:29 | null | 2016-08-16T12:18:50 | Nettleham’s last-wicket stand denied Louth First XI a welcome Lincs ECB Premier Division win on Saturday. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flincs-ecb-premier-louth-cc-denied-by-last-wicket-stand-1-7527899.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7503821.1471278048!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lincs ECB Premier: Louth CC denied by last-wicket stand | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Nettleham’s last-wicket stand denied Louth First XI a welcome Lincs ECB Premier Division win on Saturday.
Keaton Critchell (101) and Richard Bell put on 112 for the third wicket, but fell in quick succession, as Louth collapsed to 200 all out, losing their final eight wickets for just 20 runs.
The Louth bowlers chipped away steadily as Nettleham replied with Tom Corden (3 for 26) doing the damage up top, supported by two wickets apiece from Critchell, Tom Ryder and Nic Keast.
Nettleham were on the brink at 157-9, but number three Rhett Bridgens remained unbeaten for 83, and number 11 Danny Lea survived 12 balls as the hosts hung on for a losing draw.
Louth are sixth and host third-placed Market Deeping on Saturday from noon. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/lincs-ecb-premier-louth-cc-denied-by-last-wicket-stand-1-7527899 | en | 2016-08-16T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/a601dfb81e5095ea20ecf094c67cd03678ec10955e793b36060fdc45ffe42baf.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:07:22 | null | 2016-08-13T06:00:00 | The King of the Fighters is back in full 3D glory and with the biggest roster of combatants ever. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fconsole-corner-the-king-of-fighters-lives-on-1-7520337.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7520336.1470832417!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Console Corner: The King of Fighters lives on | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The King of the Fighters is back in full 3D glory and with the biggest roster of combatants ever.
The classic SNK title is out August 26th and is the first main-series game rendered entirely in 3D using 2D backgrounds - like Street Fighter.
KoF XIV should have a good pedigree considering it is being directed by Yasuyuki Oda who has previously worked on Capcom’s Street Fighter IV as well as other titles by SNK.
Developers have introduced the “Rush” system in order to revitalise the series and attract newcomers.
The Hyper Drive system from the last game is no longer present and has been replaced with a new version of “Max Mode” from earlier games in the series.
In Max mode, the player can perform unlimited EX special moves for a short period of time, and the timer changes depending on what position their character is in.
The roster of fighters is the standout stat ahead of launch, though, with 50 ... yes FIFTY ... characters to choose from.
Each will have three types of Supers: the returning “Super Special Moves” and “Neomax Super Special Moves” (the latter of which are only usable in Max mode), and a new type called “Climax Super Special Moves”.
Climax Super Special Moves are the strongest types in the game and will require a total of three power gauges (two with Max mode on). The game also features the “Just Defend” mechanic from Garou: Mark of the Wolves. The HD thrust system now makes the opponent hit the wall and crumple for follow up attacks.
For beginners, there will be the automatic and simple “Rush Combo” while the online lobby has three modes: team VS, single VS, and party VS with up to 12 people able to enter and also spectate.
The roster of fighters is the standout stat ahead of launch, though, with 50 ... yes FIFTY ... characters to choose from. Damien Lucas, gaming columnist
Whether Kof XIV can compete with the likes of the next gen Street Fighter or if it holds enough appeal to UK gamers remains to be seen.
But gameplay footage suggests it is slick, action-packed and should have lots of longevity particularly for those who like to master all fighters. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/console-corner-the-king-of-fighters-lives-on-1-7520337 | en | 2016-08-13T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/68efb273421e1cd3cd142e8a44c82138099782de8b227db6f7eea663de8f0a13.json |
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| 2016-08-31T08:50:41 | null | 2016-08-31T08:31:54 | Two fire crews were called out to a hedge on fire in Sandilands, Sutton on Sea yesterday morning (Tuesday). | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fhedge-fire-in-sandilands-1-7553536.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.6930759.1472571789!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Hedge fire in Sandilands | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The types of cookies we, our ad network and technology partners use are listed below:
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| 2016-08-31T08:50:40 | null | 2016-08-31T09:34:33 | The Country Land & Business Association (CLA) East is urging Police and Crime Commissioners across the region to ensure tackling hare coursing is treated as a high priority ahead of the conclusion of this year’s harvest. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Frural-landowners-urge-police-crime-commissioners-to-ensure-hare-coursing-is-high-priority-1-7553608.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7553607.1472632452!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rural landowners urge Police & Crime Commissioners to ensure hare coursing is ‘high priority’ | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The Country Land & Business Association (CLA) East is urging Police and Crime Commissioners across the region to ensure tackling hare coursing is treated as a high priority ahead of the conclusion of this year’s harvest.
Incidents of the illegal activity traditionally begin to increase in the final third of the year after the majority of crops are cleared from the region’s arable fields. Coursers then take advantage of the wide open spaces, trespassing on private land in order to set their dogs on to hares – often betting thousands of pounds on the outcome of the resulting chase.
CLA East Regional Director Ben Underwood said: “Reducing crime, and the fear of it, is central to improving the quality of life of people living in our rural communities. Unfortunately, many find their lives blighted by it every day.
“While theft is without doubt the major concern for farmers and rural businesses, wildlife crimes, such as hare coursing, have a huge impact on rural communities and conservation efforts.
“Hare coursers are hardened criminals, who are engaged in illegal betting involving large sums of money, and they are prepared to use violence if disturbed – and many of our members have been victims. Evidence shows that coursers are frequently also involved in other criminal activity too.
“As well as the distress hare coursing causes rural communities, it can lead to crops being destroyed and property damaged, and has a detrimental effect on wildlife and the environment.”
Mr Underwood said that getting PCCs to boost police presence in the countryside would be vital in tackling hare coursing, as well as other rural crimes- adding that it would increase public confidence and help encourage them to report incidents.
He continued: “Research says that almost a third of people did not report the last crime they fell victim to in a rural area. This cannot continue. A strong police presence is required to encourage people to report what they see – as are swift response times and increased engagement with rural communities.
“If the Police can work effectively with farmers, landowners, and those living in the countryside, they can send out a strong message to criminals, such as hare coursers, that they are not welcome in the region.”
• The CLA launched its ‘Standing Against Rural Crime’ campaign before the PCC elections in May, calling for the winning candidates to adopt its five priorities for fighting crime in the countryside: tackling theft; stamping out wildlife crime, such as hare coursing and poaching, and heritage crime; combating fly-tipping; boosting police presence; and endorsing fair funding for policing in rural areas. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/rural-landowners-urge-police-crime-commissioners-to-ensure-hare-coursing-is-high-priority-1-7553608 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/76a10c4bf68191117dfcf36d8f8de6d02d92f5e76bd6d25fd0c777ce04e0e4bc.json |
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| 2016-08-31T10:50:41 | null | 2016-08-31T10:56:59 | For anyone who has found the whole process of internet shopping too much like hard work Amazon has come up with a solution. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Famazon-dash-lets-you-order-your-loo-roll-at-the-touch-of-a-button-1-7553822.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7553821.1472637399!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Amazon Dash lets you order your loo roll at the touch of a button | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | For anyone who has found the whole process of internet shopping too much like hard work Amazon has come up with a solution.
The online retailer today revealed that it is introducing its Amazon Dash Buttons to the UK.
The dinky little gadgets are a one-touch way to order a host of popular products without all that complicated rigmarole of actually logging onto your Amazon account and searching for them.
The Dash Buttons are literally that, small plastic boxes housing a button, which when pressed will connect via wi-fi to your Amazon account and using one-click buying order your selected products.
Each button is linked to a particular item and there are 40 brands available from launch so you can get everything from cat food to condoms and nappies to NERF ammunition delivered to your door.
Daniel Rausch, director of Amazon Dash, explained the thinking behind the devices: “We’ve all experienced the frustration of running out of something we need - Dash Button and Dash Replenishment Service are designed to make that moment a thing of the past.
“Dash Buttons offer the convenience of one-click shopping from anywhere in the home - they can be placed near those frequently used items you don’t want to run out of, and when you see supplies running low, the Dash Button makes it easier than ever to order more. Just press the button and your item is on its way.”
The £4.99 devices are only available to Amazon Prime customers, which means you’ll have to sign up to the £79-a-year service to enjoy the Dash Button’s convenience. The good news is that you’ll get £4.99 back off your first order of each product.
Alongside the buttons, Amazon also announced the UK rollout of its Dash Replenishment Service.
Like the button this links to your Amazon account but rather than having to do the ordering yourself it allows connected smart devices to order supplies themselves.
This means the likes of washing machines, dishwashers and printers from big-name brands including Bosch, Samsung, Whirlpool and Siemens can monitor your consumables usage and order more before you run out.
If they could just design a button that remotely loads the dishwasher too, they could be onto a winner. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/amazon-dash-lets-you-order-your-loo-roll-at-the-touch-of-a-button-1-7553822 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/560fcf09cd7e1f45fe8093f6b874052756ac315375db85309d2150671f343d38.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:55:17 | null | 2016-08-19T10:45:48 | Kenwick Park’s Ashton Turner was in outstanding form with a perfect winning record on international duty last week. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fkenwick-park-s-ashton-turner-stars-on-england-duty-1-7534639.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7534638.1471596408!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Kenwick Park’s Ashton Turner stars on England duty | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The types of cookies we, our ad network and technology partners use are listed below:
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| 2016-08-26T13:11:27 | null | 2016-08-25T11:32:01 | Students have been celebrating the dramatic increase in the GCSE results at the Louth campus of Monks’ Dyke Tennyson College today (Thursday), following what has been described as ‘the most challenging year in the school’s history’. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fgcse-results-monks-dyke-tennyson-college-celebrates-85-improvement-1-7543359.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7543355.1472121088!/image/image.jpg | en | null | GCSE RESULTS: Monks’ Dyke Tennyson College celebrates 85% improvement | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Students have been celebrating the dramatic increase in the GCSE results at the Louth campus of Monks’ Dyke Tennyson College today (Thursday), following what has been described as ‘the most challenging year in the school’s history’.
Among those students pictured is Marnie Storey, 16, from Louth, who secured her place at Lincoln College to study Travel and Tourism in pursuit of her dream to become an air hostess.
GCSE RESULTS: Adam Espin, Jamie Harrison, Conner Tellefsen and Logan Watkins.
Meanwhile James Larder and Kristian Jackson, both 16, both did better than they expected with their results.
James will be going to Franklin College to study Maths, Business and Sport, and hopes to study golf at a university in Florida, USA, in the future.
Kristian also did better than he expected, and hopes to study Sport, Biology and Psychology before going on to study a degree in Sports Development.
At Monk’s Dyke, particularly impressive overall achievements include the school’s ‘value added’ score, which showed that vast majority of students achieved their target grades or higher.
‘The overall picture for Monks’ Dyke moving forward is a really positive one.’ Steve Cumberworth, Head of School
Mathematics was also another area for success, with over 65 per cent of students getting a C grade or higher.
Head of School, Steve Cumberworth, said: “Following on from our 95 per cent pass rate at A level and with nearly three quarters of our A levels graded at C or above, the overall picture for Monks’ Dyke moving forward is a really positive one.”
“It also proves what can be achieved when schools work together, and it is hard to underestimate the impact of the support provided by King Edward’s.”
Monks’ Dyke has been working closely in partnership with King Edward VI Grammar School in recent months, which Mr Cumberworth described as “a strong and committed, collaborative partnership which can only be a benefit for the future of our school, but also for Louth and local community.”
GCSE RESULTS: James Larder and Kristian Jackson.
Chair of Governors, Rachel Tickhill, added: “After an exceptionally challenging year this is a really positive step in rebuilding Monks’ Dyke and placing it back on the map as one of the leading non-selective schools in Lincolnshire.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/gcse-results-monks-dyke-tennyson-college-celebrates-85-improvement-1-7543359 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/49fcd8cbb05fe949bde79a88980d7c994f0ae20bfaa1227ecbd5c8d416c22b9b.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:11:00 | null | 2016-08-24T12:14:05 | Dozens of local people, who had bought scratch cards, lost the chance to potentially win thousands of pounds after the cards were invalidated following a burglary in which more than 2,000 cards were stolen. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fmablethorpe-man-stole-over-2-000-scratch-cards-and-legitimate-winners-missed-out-on-cash-prizes-1-7541382.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7500850.1472040182!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Mablethorpe man stole over 2,000 scratch cards - and legitimate winners missed out on cash prizes | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Dozens of local people, who had bought scratch cards, lost the chance to potentially win thousands of pounds after the cards were invalidated following a burglary in which more than 2,000 cards were stolen.
Jonathan Simons, 32, of Faldos Way in Mablethorpe, had previously admitted burglary and theft of £2,379 worth of cards and was for appearing for sentence at Skegness Magistrates’ Court yesterday (Tuesday) following a probation report.
Dan Pietryka, prosecuting, said that 3.45am on June 16, Simons had smashed the window of the Paper Rack in Seacroft Road, Mablethorpe with a wooden post and had stolen a card dispenser and £2,379 worth of cards.
He said blood left at the scene lead police to Simons and he was arrested.
He told officers he’d had an argument with his girlfriend and had gone out and smashed the window.
The court heard that Simons, who was said to be addicted to cards, collected £177 worth of winnings from the cards, with which he had bought more cards - but did not win any more.
Mr Pietryka said lottery owners Camelot had cancelled the entire batch of cards from which these particular ones had been taken, so that people who had legitimately bought cards from the same batch had had winning cards cancelled.
Mitigating, Terry Boston said Simons suffered from a series of mental health issues.
Magistrates sentenced Simons to a 12 month community order with an electronically-monitored curfew ordering him to stay at his home from 8pm to 8am every day for two months, and to undertake 15 days of rehabilitation.
He was also ordered to pay £566 in compensation for the broken window, the damage to the dispenser and the winnings he had made, as well as £85 in charges. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/mablethorpe-man-stole-over-2-000-scratch-cards-and-legitimate-winners-missed-out-on-cash-prizes-1-7541382 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/084517847d0a072321b306f3fce535efe5c9181239db903af11a568c07d6133e.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:02:14 | null | 2016-08-15T08:51:11 | Some 100 drivers raced at Strubby to show their respect for David Hoyle, who lost his fight with cancer earlier this year. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fracers-honour-david-with-thrilling-meet-1-7524159.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7524154.1470999186!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Racers honour David with thrilling meet | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Some 100 drivers raced at Strubby to show their respect for David Hoyle, who lost his fight with cancer earlier this year.
Games and celebrations were held following the Saturday race meet, hosted by Woodthorpe Kart Club to celebrate Dave’s life and aid fundraising.
Alford's Jack Jones won the David Hoyle Memorial Trophy as driver of the day EMN-161208-114846002
First race out was Dave’s former class, the 250 Gearbox, where Downham Market’s Paul Gutteridge two heats and the final ahead of Barnsley’s Michael Holt.
In the five to seven-year-old Bambino’s class, Joe Lewis (York) took heat three and the final after Adam Boocock (Leeds) won the opening two.
The IAME Cadets class was close and after some thrilling overtakes, Lincoln racer Connor Taylor crossed the line first.
In Senior Open, Taylor Woodward, from Skegness, dominated the heats, but was pipped in the final by Josh Pennell (Grimsby).
The 250 Gearbox class enters the first corner EMN-161208-114831002
Lee Gadsby from St Neots, was never headed in the Aircooled F100 class despite challenges from Strubby’s own James Ashe.
Excellent Junior racing saw Starr Casey and Molly Dodd trade positions all day with Strubby’s William Ashe who asserted his authority to win the final.
Two very fast and determined Mini-Max drivers battled it out all day with Ely’s Jake Boydell pipping Scunthorpe’s Billy Draper.
The eight to 12-year-olds in Cadet Libra saw Jake Weston (Scunthorpe) and Harvey Riby dominate the heats, but Honda Drivers, J-J Cook (Barnsley), Jacob McLaren (Tyne and Wear) and Joe Harrison (Worksop) filled the podium.
Alford Grammar pupil Lucas Vaus dominated KZ125 after close battles which saw Dave Foster grab second in the final ahead of Cleethorpe’s Jeff Johnson.
Scunthorpe’s Jamie Draper enjoyed a clean sweep in the Rotax-Max 177 with Louth drivers Dan Ireland and Wayne Hutson just behind in second and third.
Some titanic battles in Max Lights saw Alford’s Jack Jones and Kurt Davies (Ingoldmells) trade places at almost every corner.
After being disqualified in heat three, Jones bounced back to win the final from Davies.
There was a different top three in each heat of the Honda Cadets with Joe Harrison taking a popular win in he final.
The David Hoyle Memorial Trophy was presented to Alford’s Jack Jones as driver of the day, and following a thrilling meeting, the club presented Boston’s Pilgrim Hospital with £2,600, with further collections and donations taking the total to £3,500.
* The next Strubby meeting will be the Woodthorpe GP on August 27 and 28. Spectators are welcome, and entry is free.
* The club are trying to raise funds to purchase replacements after thieves stole two quad bikes used by marshals.
Donations to https://crowdfunding.justgiving.com/woodthorpe-kart-club | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/racers-honour-david-with-thrilling-meet-1-7524159 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/12617745b8b0e73478917afc6355133c9ae77f251032c352ca38ddc3135cf409.json |
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| 2016-08-31T10:50:45 | null | 2016-08-31T10:31:18 | A Binbrook firefighter is preparing for an arduous four-day trek across the Pyrenees to raise money for the Royal British Legion. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fbinbrook-firefighter-to-walk-the-freedom-trail-in-aid-of-the-royal-british-legion-1-7553741.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7553740.1472635857!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Binbrook Firefighter to walk the Freedom Trail in aid of the Royal British Legion | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A Binbrook firefighter is preparing for an arduous four-day trek across the Pyrenees to raise money for the Royal British Legion.
Dan Cheetham will be one of a group of people walking the Freedom Trail, a route taken by many escaped prisoners of war to flee Nazi-occupied France during World War Two.
I want to make it as authentic as possible Dan Cheetham
He will complete the trek with only the clothes, equipment and food that would have been available to the escapees and, unlike his fellow fundraisers, will be foregoing a modern tent and sleeping bag at night, opting instead for a thick blanket and a tent made from bedsheets.
He will be surviving on a reconstructed Red Cross food parcel and putting his trust in the local people, as the prisoners of war would have done, hoping to receive gifts of bread and cheese.
“If I am going to do it, I wanted to do it properly,” said Dan.
“Their journey (the prisoners of war) would have been treacherous; the men were faced with blistering heat, freezing cold nights and the constant threat of being discovered.
“While my own journey will lack this urgency, it will nevertheless push me to the very limit and highlight the absolute importance of remembering the hardships that so many experienced.”
Always interested in the history of the Second World War, Dan has researched what the escaped prisoners would wear to blend in with the locals.
He has sourced a contemporary military jacket, which he has dyed to take with him, just as the POWs would have done, and has even been given an authentic wartime miniature meth cooker to take with him.
“I want to make it as authentic as possible,” added Dan.
He will also only have on him as much money as the prisoners would have been able to scrape together before their escape and there will be no modern gadgets.
The journey from St Girons to Esterri de Aneu climbs 10,000 feet, with temperatures ranging from -10 to 30 degrees Celsius
Dan will be carrying all his equipment throughout the trek - almost equivalent in weight to a firefighter’s BA kit.
To support Dan’s challenge, in which he is aiming to raise £2,000, visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/daniel-cheetham. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/binbrook-firefighter-to-walk-the-freedom-trail-in-aid-of-the-royal-british-legion-1-7553741 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/0b3fa0fddb73bc67140a6426826947deca63ae1e3de11e1f08027b9fbd6a2e40.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:58:52 | null | 2016-08-16T11:38:35 | Louth Taverners travelled to Brocklesby Park for their penultimate cup game looking to keep their qualifying hopes alive. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fryder-brothers-help-louth-taverners-keep-cup-final-bid-alive-1-7527802.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7527801.1471275524!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Ryder brothers help Louth Taverners keep cup final bid alive | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Louth Taverners travelled to Brocklesby Park for their penultimate cup game looking to keep their qualifying hopes alive.
Brocklesby won the toss and inserted Louth who opened with Saturday centurions Keaton Critchell and Reggie Koen.
After a quick start, Koen went for four and Critchell followed after making 31 from 20 balls (55-2).
Tom Law and Henry Tye started to build, but both went after a good start to leave Louth 86-4. Kully Bains and Tom Ryder batted with responsibility for a crucial partnership of 74 when Bains was out for a well-made 32.
Ryder continued his fine batting to complete his maiden 50 for Louth, hitting some beautiful cover drives to make a magnificent 64 when he was out trying to increase the run rate.
Skipper Zubair Ahmed looked to play out the full 40 overs with the tail-enders and made a responsible 22 when he was the last man out off the final ball as Louth posted a respectable score of 228 from their 40 overs.
Barton, Kirk and Renshaw took three wickets each for Brocklesby with Barton’s pace and swing particularly impressive to remove Critchell and Koen.
Brocklesby’s chase began badly when Ryder bowled Renshaw. Very disciplined bowling by Ryder (6-2-16-2) and the ever-reliable Khawar Naeem (8-4-16-2) kept the pressure on.
When Sam Ryder was brought into the attack, he followed where his elder brother Tom had left off with a good line and length, taking 2 for 20.
Henry Tye finished the innings with two wickets from seven deliveries as the hosts were bowled out for 127, Sindhu (32) and Silva (35) top scoring.
Louth host Cleethorpes in their final cup game on Sunday, August 28 and will hope to book their place in the final where they could face arch rivals Alford.
Thanks to sponsors Kenwick Park Estate. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/ryder-brothers-help-louth-taverners-keep-cup-final-bid-alive-1-7527802 | en | 2016-08-16T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/198dec72229e6cd58e2a7667676b0ae0e073fe867275d08b1851614b21882d22.json |
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| 2016-08-29T12:50:06 | null | 2016-08-29T09:54:34 | The recent NHS England figures regarding A&E waiting times in Lincolnshire paint a worrying picture about the current state of emergency healthcare. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fletters%2Fletter-a-e-waiting-times-paint-a-worrying-picture-1-7546859.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.5350160.1472460854!/image/image.jpg | en | null | LETTER: A&E waiting times paint a worrying picture | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The recent NHS England figures regarding A&E waiting times in Lincolnshire paint a worrying picture about the current state of emergency healthcare.
This is mirrored across the rest of England, with the national average coming in below the Government’s target of 95 per cent of patients being seen within four hours.
Despite the best efforts of doctors and other health care staff, their hands remain tied as the Government continually fails to match increasing demands on services with sufficient investment.
In June 2016, the United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust was well below the national average.
These figures follow a spate of recent reports that serve as a clear warning that our health service is at breaking point.
Indeed, the recent shortage of A&E staff in Lincolnshire has led to the temporary closure of Grantham’s A&E department at night.
We can see the damaging knock-on effect that bed and staff shortages are having in A&E departments leading to delays in admissions with patients sometimes admitted to an inappropriate ward or, in some cases, left waiting on trolleys.
As we currently face an unprecedented NHS crisis, these alarming figures should serve as a wake up call that more targeted investment is needed in this vital area of healthcare.
Dr Anthea Mowat
Chairman
British Medical Association | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/letters/letter-a-e-waiting-times-paint-a-worrying-picture-1-7546859 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/c8ef4ca99272a7042aee77ae4c015a47e8915953963bfe17af244d7eb9e1f625.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:59:57 | null | 2016-08-18T16:20:07 | Kenwick Park Golf Club members helped a Lincolnshire team claim a national England Golf competition. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fgolf-kenwick-park-pair-toast-national-tournament-win-1-7533534.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7533533.1471597323!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Golf: Kenwick Park pair toast national tournament win | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Kenwick Park Golf Club members helped a Lincolnshire team claim a national England Golf competition.
Julia Sales and Tracey Stobart teamed up with Jim Lammin (Carholme) and Les Toyne (Woodhall Spa) at tournament for county presidents and secretaries at Frilford Heath GC in Oxfordshire.
From left, back - Rob Oliver, Paul McCooey, Jim Randall, front - Nick Cudmore and Michael Langford, Kenwick's PGA professional and director of golf EMN-160819-095336002
Julia, who is the ladies’ county president, and county chairman Tracey helped their team to a total of 81 points in the am-am competition to win on countback over teams from Leicestershire and Rutland, and Hertfordshire.
They snatched the win by virtue of their back nine of 42 points, with all four players contributing well to the total.
County president-elect Les said: “We were in danger of having some bad holes, but we holed some crucial putts and as a team gelled nicely.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/golf-kenwick-park-pair-toast-national-tournament-win-1-7533534 | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/550698ef731b4ecba4106e6dc495bb73017e376521eb2e3e8f154bc4507ba20a.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:08:17 | null | 2016-08-11T13:13:19 | Market Rasen is on course for a sell-out with the arrival of chart-topping Jess Glynne on Saturday. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fjess-glynne-out-selling-tom-jones-ahead-of-market-rasen-concert-1-7522343.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7522342.1470917936!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Jess Glynne out-selling Tom Jones ahead of Market Rasen concert | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Market Rasen is on course for a sell-out with the arrival of chart-topping Jess Glynne on Saturday.
The pop superstar is already out-selling Sir Tom Jones who performed at the race course last year.
“We’ve sold 14,000 tickets and are on course for a sell-out - that would be another 500 and we are currently selling around 150 tickets a day,” said general manager Nadia Gollings.
“Jess has so far sold 600 more tickets than what Tom Jones did.”
Some tickets will be held for people on the day, but Nadia advised those wanting to attend to buy in advance to avoid disappointment.
She said of those who had bought tickets so far many were local, but said they would also be welcoming people from much further afield including Manchester, London and Leeds.
Nadia also revealed that a ‘different demographic’ was expected for the show, as of those to buy tickets only 17 per cent had also previously purchased tickets to see Tom Jones.
She added: “Everything is going really well. The stage is up and everything is ready for the race day.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/jess-glynne-out-selling-tom-jones-ahead-of-market-rasen-concert-1-7522343 | en | 2016-08-11T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/40360891ec36107b25dd03acb4582d6bbb8ba8bc7a01b1bc8bbc2c12852f37ed.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:11:49 | null | 2016-08-10T14:14:46 | A Lincolnshire family have been reunited with their relative’s First World War medal after it was found by a local metal detectorist near Wragby. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Flincolnshire-family-reunited-with-relative-s-world-war-victory-medal-after-chance-find-1-7520423.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7520420.1470834842!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lincolnshire family reunited with relative’s World War Victory Medal after chance find | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A Lincolnshire family have been reunited with their relative’s First World War medal after it was found by a local metal detectorist near Wragby.
The Victory Medal, which was awarded to those serving in the armed forces during the First World War, was discovered near Wragby by local metal-detectorist Charlie Atkinson. The medal was given to Charles William Baggaley, who was with the Lincolnshire Regiment between 1914 and 1919.
Metal-detectorist Charlie Atkinson hand sthe medal over to Basil Bruntlett
Charlie was keen to reunite the medal with Baggaley’s family and approached Lincolnshire County Council for help.
Adam Daubney, finds liaison officer, said: “I was happy to help return the medal to its family. A bit of research led me to the 1911 Census, which showed Charles Baggaley living at home with his parents in Bardney, aged 15. Baggaley then signed up with the Lincolnshire Regiment when the war broke out a few years later.
“Records indicate he served in France, but was hospitalised for a time after contracting trench fever in 1918.
“After the war, Baggaley returned to Lincolnshire and married a lady by the name of Alice Grantham. They did not have any children, but relatives of his still live near Wragby today.”
As a result of this discovery, Charlie was able to return the medal to Basil Bruntlett, who is Charles Baggaley’s great nephew.
Basil Bruntlett said: “It is a great honour and privilege for my family to accept this medal for Charles’s service to his country. We will look after it with great pride and pass it on through the generations to come, so Charles will always be remembered.”
Charlie Atkinson said: “When I found the medal, I didn’t realise exactly what it was. It was only after I cleaned it that I found out it was indeed a WW1 Victory medal.
“I noted the name, rank, number and regiment and I contacted Adam Daubney and sent him the photos of it that I managed to take. Adam was extremely helpful in tracing the family tree and it was really pleasing to find a living member of the family to present it back to in such a short time.
“I’m really happy that we all did a good job to get the medal back to where it belonged.”
If you think you have found an archaeological object, Adam Daubney, Lincolnshire County Council’s finds liaison officer, would be pleased to help identify and record it. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/lincolnshire-family-reunited-with-relative-s-world-war-victory-medal-after-chance-find-1-7520423 | en | 2016-08-10T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/d0c7f4fe69855e67b968f43097840cc0ca6dc8248b5aa5224f4aec211bddf33b.json |
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| 2016-08-29T10:49:29 | null | 2016-08-29T08:51:49 | Rain sweeping across the county made the Readers Lincolnshire ECB Premier League a programme of one-innings matches, with three teams making it back on to the field but soon returning to the pavilion. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flincs-ecb-premier-round-up-1-7548490.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7348569.1472457090!/image/image.jpg | en | null | LINCS ECB PREMIER: Round-up | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Rain sweeping across the county made the Readers Lincolnshire ECB Premier League a programme of one-innings matches, with three teams making it back on to the field but soon returning to the pavilion.
However those innings added two points to Bracebridge Heath’s cushion at the top and took Nettleham to within one point of Grimsby at the bottom.
The day also produced a number of highlights as Obus Pienaar took his runs total to 1452 with 58 at Skegness for whom Tom Cuthbert took five wickets - including bowling Pienaar.
Prasanna Jayawardene hit a century in Woodhall Spa’s 279 for nine against Bourne while Will Wright was unbeaten on 94 when Lindum declared on 225 for two against Grimsby who were 15 without loss when the weather intervened.
Only 36 overs were possible at Grantham who batted first against Market Deeping and were 128 for five, Ben Powell not out on 67.
Boston made 199 for seven off their 50 overs at Nettleham with Liam Sparke hitting 69.
The longest game was at Louth who were restricted to 166 for eight by Bracebridge Heath.
The leaders then lost three wickets and had 48 on the board when rain stopped play in the 14th over.
With two games to go, Bracebridge lead Grantham by 24 runs with Sleaford and Market Deeping not far behind.
At the bottom, Grimsby entertain Skegness on Saturday knowing that a win could push them above their opponents who have a 12 point advantage - but defeat could let in Nettleham if the Lincoln side pick up points at Bourne.
Results: Lindum 225-2 dec (Wright 94no), Grimsby Town 15-0; Grantham 128-5 (Powell 67no) v Market Deeping; Boston 199-7 (Sparke 69). Nettleham 15-0; Woodhall Spa 279-9 (Jayawardene 124) v Bourne; Louth 166-8, Bracebridge Heath 48-3; Sleaford 177 (Pienaar 58, Cuthbert 5-28)) v Skegness.
All abandoned. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/lincs-ecb-premier-round-up-1-7548490 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/a14db4ab1a15d0da89e24ab98257929d5c208d9e604af95f85bd766a8bafebdd.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:56:40 | null | 2016-08-24T13:39:57 | Tomorrow (Thursday August 25), sports fans have an opportunity to secure the last few remaining places on a local charity golf day - hosted by some of Britain’s best motorcycle racing talent. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcharity-golf-day-in-store-for-famous-racers-and-sports-fans-ahead-of-cadwell-park-races-1-7541645.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7503413.1472042383!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Charity golf day in store for famous racers and sports fans ahead of Cadwell Park races | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Tomorrow (Thursday August 25), sports fans have an opportunity to secure the last few remaining places on a local charity golf day - hosted by some of Britain’s best motorcycle racing talent.
Laceby Manor Golf Resort, which is owned by former motorcycle grand prix rider and local entrepreneur Roger Burnett, will play host to the Monster golf day.
Moto2 rider, Sam Lowes, his twin brother, Alex, who competes in the Superbike World Championship, and Leon Haslam, British Superbike Championship contender, will play in the event ahead of the region playing host to one of the most popular British Superbike races of the year at Cadwell Park over the Bank Holiday weekend.
All funds raised will be divided equally between two charities: St Andrew’s Hospice and North East Lincolnshire Down Syndrome Trust.
Just 18 teams of four will play on the day, with individual places costing £100. Each player will receive a sleeve of Titleist pro v1 golf balls on arrival, courtesy of local sponsor Henderson Insurance Brokers Ltd, and a Monster-branded cap.
Sandwiches and wedges will also be included in the entry fee and will be served in the Round Bar at Laceby Manor Golf Resort ahead of the 1pm shotgun start.
Additional fundraising activities will also take place on the day to increase the total money raised and the event will be supported by energy drink brand, Monster. Everyone is welcome to join the evening BBQ from 5.30pm at a cost of £5 per head, but places must be pre-booked.
Speaking ahead of the event, Sam Lowes said: “The support of my management team and sponsors is vital in being able to continue racing and achieving my dreams. “To have the opportunity to give something back to them by supporting their nominated charities while doing something I love is amazing.
“Golf is my second passion but even though it’s fun I am, of course, competitive - particularly when playing against my brother and Leon, so it should be an interesting day!”
Laceby Manor owner, Roger Burnett added: “We’re proud to be able to host this event and look forward to raising as much money as possible for three charities that do important work. The support that we’ve received so far has been incredible, but we’re pleased to be able to open up a few limited opportunities to be involved in the day to local sports fans.”
• To find out more, please call 01472 873468 or email [email protected] | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/charity-golf-day-in-store-for-famous-racers-and-sports-fans-ahead-of-cadwell-park-races-1-7541645 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/ee03ec06bac015b64d660aa4285c03d1d97e2c1c69fea5f2a7592285cef6fffe.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:10:12 | null | 2016-08-24T14:31:50 | A Lincolnshire police officer has been sacked by the force after he admitted stealing a kayak and a set of paddles before selling them on eBay. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fpolice-officer-sacked-after-stealing-kayak-and-paddles-1-7541767.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7368460.1472045496!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police officer sacked after stealing kayak and paddles | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A Lincolnshire police officer has been sacked by the force after he admitted stealing a kayak and a set of paddles before selling them on eBay.
Constable Andrew Hamilton was dismissed by Lincolnshire Police for gross misconduct just months after he was awarded a Chief Constable’s commendation for saving a motorist’s life.
It comes after the officer was convicted of two counts of theft when he appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on August 8.
The thefts related to Hamilton removing a kayak and a set of paddles from Nottingham Kayak Club which belonged to two other club members. The items were then sold on internet auction site eBay.
Hamilton, who was a detective based in Grantham CID, kept the proceeds from the sale, despite knowing or believing he was not lawfully entitled to do so.
It happened between May 1 and July 9, this year.
A misconduct hearing was today (Wednesday) told Pc Hamilton, who did not attend the hearing, admitted the allegations and expected to be dismissed.
The public hearing was held at Lincolnshire Police headquarters in Nettleham and chaired by Chief Constable Neil Rhodes who himself awarded Pc Hamilton a special commendation for bravery last year.
In giving his ruling, the Chief Constable said: “I am satisfied on the balance of probabilities the officer’s conduct amounts to gross misconduct.”
He added: “There is no place in the police service for an officer who demonstrated such unequivocal dishonesty.”
In November, Pc Hamilton received a commendation from the Chief Constable for his role in saving a motorist who passed out at the wheel at 60mph.
Police constables Hamilton and Danielle Crompton were driving their marked patrol car along the A46 dual carriageway in June 2015 when they noticed that the driver of an Audi car which drove past them in the same direction was slumped at the wheel.
The car then hit the central reservation but continued driving.
Danielle, who was driving the patrol car, immediately accelerated and used the patrol car to bring the out-of-control Audi to a halt as it headed towards stationary traffic waiting at a roundabout.
The two officers immediately began first aid on the collapsed Audi driver until paramedics arrived.
It transpired that the man had suffered a seizure at the wheel and has since made a full recovery.
Chief Constable Rhodes awarded the officers commendations for their keen observational skills, outstanding professionalism and swift decisive actions which prevented serious injury to the Audi driver and other road users. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/police-officer-sacked-after-stealing-kayak-and-paddles-1-7541767 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/6a110ba2efe3b1b0cb587fe83f0c2c3f19ef864298fd6fd06265a5ed1b6b4ca5.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:06:33 | null | 2016-08-21T18:59:01 | After a successful 23 years, Lincolnshire Heritage Open Days Festival 2016 is set to wow visitors again with more than 180 free events across the county between September 8 and 11. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fwhat-s-on%2Farts-leisure%2Fexplore-with-heritage-open-days-festival-1-7537170.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7537168.1471802326!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Explore with Heritage Open days festival | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | After a successful 23 years, Lincolnshire Heritage Open Days Festival 2016 is set to wow visitors again with more than 180 free events across the county between September 8 and 11.
Heritage Lincolnshire is urging members of the public to pick up a free brochure or download one from their website so that everyone can plan for the festival.
The charity expects to attract more than 30,000 visitors to over 180 heritage sites, talks and walks around the county.
Events are predominantly organised and managed by volunteers.
This year’s Heritage Open Days will encompass heritage sites, buildings, nature reserves, towns and villages, and will feature all five National Trust properties.
Each year the open days have a different theme, with many of this year’s events covering ‘Natural Lincolnshire’.
Events on offer range from tours of haunted Old King’s Head in Kirton (now sold out) and a new Heritage Music Microfestival to a rare opening of Dowsby Hall and Gardens.
There will be lots of guided walks and talks to choose from, such as the International Bomber Command Spire Memorial, ‘Lincolnshire’s Lost River’, Willow Tree Fen Bat Walk, plus a rare guided tour of Torksey Castle.
Children’s activities will be on offer at many venues.
The brochure will be available from Tourist Information Centres, libraries and heritage sites and it can be downloaded from www.heritagelincolnshire.org | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/what-s-on/arts-leisure/explore-with-heritage-open-days-festival-1-7537170 | en | 2016-08-21T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/337be6a6918b816e87d2738668135071901b3c0db25a04231f23e12001986dc2.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:52:29 | null | 2016-08-20T12:34:57 | Sporting fans have an opportunity to secure the last few remaining places on a local charity golf day, hosted by some of Britain’s best motorcycle racing talent. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fmonster-charity-golf-day-in-store-for-famous-racers-and-local-sports-fans-at-laceby-1-7536335.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7536334.1471692884!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Monster charity golf day in store for famous racers and local sports fans at Laceby | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Sporting fans have an opportunity to secure the last few remaining places on a local charity golf day, hosted by some of Britain’s best motorcycle racing talent.
Laceby Manor Golf Resort, owned by former motorcycle grand prix rider and local entrepreneur Roger Burnett, will play host to the Monster golf day on Thursday August 25.
Moto2 rider, Sam Lowes, his twin brother, Alex, who competes in the Superbike World Championship and British Superbike Championship contender, Leon Haslam, will play in the event ahead of the region playing host to one of the most popular British Superbike races of the year at Cadwell Park over the Bank Holiday weekend.
All funds raised will be divided equally between two charities: St Andrew’s Hospice and North East Lincolnshire Down’s Syndrome Trust.
Just 18 teams of 4 will play on the day with individual places costing £100.
Each player will receive a sleeve of Titleist pro v1 golf balls on arrival, courtesy of local sponsor Henderson Insurance Brokers Ltd, and a Monster-branded cap.
Sandwiches and wedges will also be included in the entry fee and will be served in the Round Bar at Laceby Manor Golf Resort ahead of the 1pm shotgun start.
Additional fundraising activities will also take place on the day to increase the total money raised and the event will be supported by energy drink brand, Monster.
Everyone is welcome to join the evening BBQ from 5.30pm at a cost of £5 per head, but places must be pre-booked in advance.
Speaking ahead of the event, Sam Lowes said: “The support of my management team and sponsors is vital in being able to continue racing and achieving my dreams.
“To have the opportunity to give something back to them by supporting their nominated charities while doing something I love is amazing.
“Golf is my second passion, but even though it’s fun I am of course, competitive, particularly when playing against my brother and Leon so it should be an interesting day.”
Laceby Manor owner, Roger Burnett added: “We’re proud to be able to host this event and look forward to raising as much money as possible for these charities that do important work.
“The support that we’ve received so far has been incredible, but we’re pleased to be able to open up a few limited opportunities to be involved in the day to local sports fans.”
To find out more, call 01472 873468 or email [email protected] | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/monster-charity-golf-day-in-store-for-famous-racers-and-local-sports-fans-at-laceby-1-7536335 | en | 2016-08-20T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/9d8309ebb50f2ce5f57b8075794584042504ddc5adb6bc7df8e782670de7caf0.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:00:24 | null | 2016-08-18T09:02:21 | On a cool and windy, but dry day, Louth Golf Club’s seniors section enjoyed a day out at Sleaford GC for their annual Les Atkinson Seniors Trophy event. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flouth-golf-club-turner-goes-clear-to-take-seniors-trophy-1-7527571.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7527570.1471269744!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth Golf Club: Turner goes clear to take seniors’ trophy | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | On a cool and windy, but dry day, Louth Golf Club’s seniors section enjoyed a day out at Sleaford GC for their annual Les Atkinson Seniors Trophy event.
The golf course was in excellent condition, and after the post-competition meal, prizes were presented by seniors captain Terry Winter
Eric Turner lifted the trophy with an excellent score of 43 points, finishing four clear of runner-up Bob Conway.
Paul Haigh was a point back in third place with 38 points, finishing ahead of fourth-placed Fraser Graham (37pts).
Keith West pipped Don Potter to fifth position thanks to his superior back nine score of 20 after both scored 36 points.
On-course prizes went to Fraser Graham for nearest-the-pin on the 12th hole, and Dave Harness who finished within six inches of the 18th hole. Paul Haigh won the two’s prize. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/louth-golf-club-turner-goes-clear-to-take-seniors-trophy-1-7527571 | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/91f7860ddc0df0e7aac8c92c09042cbbe46939549382f3dce2ca51970457cf09.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:56:11 | null | 2016-08-22T08:51:16 | Grimoldby rider Liz Pears celebrated a class win at the National Club Horse Championships and came within a whisker of making it a famous double. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fequestrianism-grimoldby-rider-crowned-national-champion-1-7532939.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7532938.1471521121!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Equestrianism: Grimoldby rider crowned national champion | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Grimoldby rider Liz Pears celebrated a class win at the National Club Horse Championships and came within a whisker of making it a famous double.
The championships took place at the National Agricultural and Exhibition Centre in Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, where Liz lined up in the 1m and 90cm classes.
She clinched a well-deserved victory in the 1m competition aboard 12-year-old Statham Nautius, the only combination to go clear in the class. But she just missed out in the 90cm championship, and was pipped at the post by Suzannah Engelmann and her mount Lissin Rocket.
It was a poignant win for the Lincolnshire rider who only returned to riding two years ago after a decade away from the sport.
Liz, who trains riders at the Grange Livery in Grimoldby, said: “I really enjoyed jumping on the grass arena; it feels like you can go so much faster!
“I came across Statham Nautilus from a friend who was struggling a bit with him so I took him on as a project and he has really turned a corner.
“He is a great all-rounder; we do some eventing as well as show jumping and he loves to hack out.
“I have really enjoyed my time here at the championships; it is such a great atmosphere here with so many finals taking place and it’s a great venue.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/equestrianism-grimoldby-rider-crowned-national-champion-1-7532939 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/dc93e8324f1a7a63472f6f537906dcb09bfae6240b9ce670326ed6ec886fddd4.json |
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| 2016-08-27T10:49:19 | null | 2016-08-27T09:46:08 | St Andrew’s Church in Utterby has secured support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for an ambitious renovation project. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Futterby-church-secures-lottery-funding-1-7546881.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7546879.1472226415!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Utterby Church secures Lottery funding | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | St Andrew’s Church in Utterby has secured support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for an ambitious renovation project.
The scheme aims to carry out essential and extensive repairs, while renewing the building’s interior lighting.
Development funding of £14,000 has also been awarded to help St Andrew’s to progress its plans to apply for the full grant at a later date.
Commenting on the award, project spokesman Roger Staniforth said: “We’re thrilled to have the support of the Heritage Lottery Fund.
“St Andrew’s is highly regarded by the community for its faith role but also as a venue for social events and for learning about our area’s heritage.
“Over the years, volunteers have worked tirelessly to care for the church and to improve its facilities. It’s great that we now have this opportunity to repair and preserve it for the future.”
The project, which will take two years to complete, is focused on the life and times at the church and on providing participation in heritage events and activities for the community.
Essential repairs and conservation work to the fabric of the building will also be carried out. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/utterby-church-secures-lottery-funding-1-7546881 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/2e795c2b453e246054eb5d9bedc320c759ec11a56cbcb8d40f7fc54dd2b289a4.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:10:51 | null | 2016-08-25T12:37:58 | Students at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar, Alford, once again gained impressive GCSE results today (Thursday), with almost all students gaining 11 GCSEs at A*-C, and 98 per cent gaining 5+ A*-C including English and Maths. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fanother-successful-year-at-qegs-alford-1-7543676.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7543673.1472125218!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Another successful year at QEGS Alford | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Students at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar, Alford, once again gained impressive GCSE results today (Thursday), with almost all students gaining 11 GCSEs at A*-C, and 98 per cent gaining 5+ A*-C including English and Maths.
Over 85 per cent of students gained the English Baccalaureate and a quarter gained at least 10 A*/A grades.
Charlie Young, Emma Gatenby and Claire Nash.
All those that took AS Accounting or Government & Politics a year early passed, with 100 per cent gaining 'A' grades in Government & Politics. Several pupils also successfully took AS Extended Project three years early, when they were in Year Nine.
Headteacher, Angie Francis, said: “We look forward to working with these students in our very successful sixth form.
"Last week’s A Level results (80% A*-B), which placed us top in the county, together with this week’s very pleasing GCSEs, sustain our tradition of excellence. Our staff and students have worked hard to achieve these results and can feel very proud.”
Three Y11 students (pictured) whose results particularly stand out are Emma Gatenby who gained 11 A*s (with maximum marks in French and German) and 2 As; Claire Nash, who gained 10 A*s (with maximum marks in English Literature) and 1 A; and Charlie Young, who gained 12 A*s (with maximum marks in DT and French) and 1 A. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/another-successful-year-at-qegs-alford-1-7543676 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/7f1828df82d5301a319422ebe3b39149a8a761300769f445775a52947610f2be.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:08:53 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:01 | A group of philanthropists have joined forces in a bid to purchase the controversial recreation ground at Julian Bower in Louth, to preserve it as a site for community use. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fphilanthropists-bid-to-buy-julian-bower-site-for-community-1-7545421.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7545420.1472165982!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Philanthropists’ bid to buy Julian Bower site for community | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A group of philanthropists have joined forces in a bid to purchase the controversial recreation ground at Julian Bower in Louth, to preserve it as a site for community use.
However, the viability of the proposal will hinge on the decision made by the landowners, the King Edward VI School (KEVIS) Trust at their autumn meeting - and whether a recent housing application for four bungalows is granted planning permission.
The Julian Bower site has been the subject of controversy in recent months, as the dispute over the true archeological and historical significance of the land continues.
As reported previously, a report by Allen Archeology, following a survey of the site last autumn, stated that there were no archeological significant features or deposits at Julian Bower.
However, a separate report by Dr Kevin Hayward, published in July, concludes that a piece of stone found at the site “could have formed part of the very early apsidal cathedral”.
Campaigner Prisca Furlong believes the site could have been home to the Anglo-Saxon Sidnacester Cathedral, which has been lost and sought for over 1,000 years.
Prisca and the small group of philanthropists have approached the landowners with an expression of interest in buying the site this month.
Their group’s aim would be to first carry out community-led archaeological exploration of the site involving interested local people, under the direction of a professional archaeological company.
When the site’s exact archaeological value has been assessed, the group would then aim to plant the site up as a wild flower meadow with a reconstructed turf maze and educational information boards relating the history of the site.
All profits from the sales of Prisca’s book, ‘From Pagan Stone to Soaring Spire’, due to be released this autumn, will also be put into a charitable fund to support archeological exploration in the local area
Prisca’s letter to the KEVIS Trust, on behalf of the philanthropists, states: “The site could then continue to be used by walkers and for quiet contemplation, using the reconstructed labyrinth, or taking in the beautiful panoramic views and the particularly impressive view of St James’ Church.
“It is envisaged that this would enhance, promote and preserve the cultural and historical footprint of Louth and help to encourage more tourism into and regeneration of the town.”
When approached by the Leader for comment, a spokeswoman for the KEVIS Trust said: “ Trustees are scheduled to meet on September 26 but, subject to the availability of Trustees, it is hoped to arrange to meet sooner to discuss two expressions of interest received by the Charity.
“Over a year ago, the Charity accepted an offer for the former playing field and that offer is still current.
“Trustees are required by The Charity Commission to obtain best value.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/philanthropists-bid-to-buy-julian-bower-site-for-community-1-7545421 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/fd60315ce552590a2550fc38f5920f9a3a562aaf5e093fae444d192178b4fc79.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:09:16 | null | 2016-08-25T17:56:55 | Early indications of GCSE results across Lincolnshire show continued improvements this year. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcontinued-improvements-in-gcse-results-across-lincolnshire-1-7545043.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7545041.1472144199!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Continued improvements in GCSE results across Lincolnshire | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Early indications of GCSE results across Lincolnshire show continued improvements this year.
With 10 schools still to return data, provisional figures released today (Thursday) by Lincolnshire schools, including academies, indicate that the percentage of students attaining good grades in core subjects continues to rise.
The percentage of students attaining 5+ A*-C including English and maths is no longer a headline measure of school performance.
The new headline is the percentage of students attaining an A*-C grade in English and maths, which has increased by five per cent, from 58.3 per cent in 2015 to 63.2 per cent this year. An impressive 23 schools so far have achieved more than 60 per cent.
The percentage of students attaining A*-C in English is currently 73.5 per cent for 2016 and compares to 67.6 per cent last year, an increase of 5.9 per cent. Four of the 45 schools achieved 100 per cent in this measure.
The percentage of A*-C in maths is currently showing as 69.8 per cent for 2016, 1.8 per cent up on last year. Six of the 45 schools achieved 100 per cent in this measure
The government has been keen to emphasise the importance of the English Baccalaureate as this measure supports as many students as possible to achieve A*-C grades in a broad range of academic subjects. The percentage achieving the English Baccalaureate is 29.4 per cent for 2016 compared to 27.2 per cent in 2015 - an increase of 2.2 per cent on last year.
So far 24 schools have shown improvement on last year in this measure, with 12 of those schools improving by over five per cent points on last year.
Coun Patricia Bradwell, executive councillor for children’s services, said: “It’s looking like another impressive set of results this year. In particular, the percentage of students achieving the English Baccalaureate at 29.4 per cent is a significant improvement.
“Students deserve every credit for their commitment to reach their potential. Remember, if you haven’t got the results you need, don’t panic, there is plenty of advice and help out there – go to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/teeninfolincs.”
Debbie Barnes, director of children’s services, added: “We have yet to see how the final figures will pan out, but the picture is showing that our students have done incredibly well to maintain improvements and standards. Schools continue to excel in providing the platform for students to perform to their best.
“Teachers, parents and carers deserve praise for their support and encouragement. My congratulations to all students and best wishes for your future plans.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/continued-improvements-in-gcse-results-across-lincolnshire-1-7545043 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/3f54a9000b19bedae1bf87b05b6a6afa983c24551e8c88064006b1763cbe33d2.json |
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| 2016-08-27T12:49:19 | null | 2016-08-27T12:00:53 | Getting muddy is not a bad thing for children – especially on International Mud Day! Kristina Johnson from Mon Ami Children’s Nurseries explains how and why you should let your children get muddy from time to time… | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fcolumn-mud-glorious-mud-how-and-why-you-should-let-your-children-get-muddy-1-7541282.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541281.1472034815!/image/image.jpg | en | null | COLUMN: Mud, glorious mud! How and why you should let your children get muddy | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Getting muddy is not a bad thing for children – especially on International Mud Day! Kristina Johnson from Mon Ami Children’s Nurseries explains how and why you should let your children get muddy from time to time…
As parents our instinct is often to discourage our children from being too messy or getting mud on their clothes, hands and faces. But messy play is a really important activity which helps children develop lots of skills.
International Mud Day is becoming more and more popular, and it was celebrated around the world on 29th June this year. At Mon Ami Children’s Nurseries we made sure we didn’t miss the opportunity to get out in the garden and explore muddy play in all its glorious messiness!
It’s quite amazing what children can learn and how they can develop their play skills using simple items such as cardboard boxes and being outdoors in the mud. While it sounds messy (and yes, it can be!), there are so many benefits when children are allowed to play outdoors in a muddy patch.
Dressing your child in the right clothing is advisable, of course, to save on the washing machine use and to make sure that the children don’t get cold and wet. Wellington boots are always a good idea, as is an all-in-one splash suit, but an old coat and old pair of trousers will do just as well.
One good way to give children some resources to use outside in the mud is to get those old pots, pans and baking items out from the back of the cupboard. Together with some old spoons they will make a fantastic resource box to create a mud kitchen, but it goes without saying that these items should not be used in the kitchen again afterwards! Instead keep them aside for use as a play resource the next time you fancy letting the children loose in the mud!
A simple surface for children to use is always handy too; this gives them somewhere to mix mud in containers and transfer their creations to ‘bake’ – after all, who doesn’t love a mud pie?
Mud mixed with water can create a good mixture to make marks with and practise early writing skills; you could even encourage your child to use a twig from the garden as a pen, dipping it in the mud mixture. They can use paper, old cardboard or even a concrete path to show off all their mark-making skills, and it all helps them when they learn how to write later on.
Such simple play creates endless opportunities for language and discussion and is a truly lovely way for adults to spend quality time with their children.
If you’d like to find some more good ideas about muddy play visit www.muddyfaces.co.uk, where there are lots of lovely ideas and tips! | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/column-mud-glorious-mud-how-and-why-you-should-let-your-children-get-muddy-1-7541282 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/3fb651fa729989c64abf9ad8e3267838746931f57dc8315fb0ad9d7bf00e5487.json |
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| 2016-08-30T14:50:24 | null | 2016-08-30T15:25:05 | The A1031 will be resurfaced between Church Lane and Firebeacon Lane at Eskham, Marshchapel, starting on September 13 - one week later than originally planned. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fmarshchapel-road-closures-to-begin-on-september-13-1-7550908.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7516639.1472567083!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Marshchapel road closures to begin on September 13 | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | The A1031 will be resurfaced between Church Lane and Firebeacon Lane at Eskham, Marshchapel, starting on September 13 - one week later than originally planned.
The road surface has reached the end of its working life and requires replacing, and the overnight roadworks will take place between September 13 to and September 30.
The work will only take place on weekdays (Monday to Friday) between the hours of 7pm and 6am.
The road will be closed during those times, between Church Lane and Firebeacon Lane.
Steve Brooks, senior project leader (major schemes) at Lincolnshire County Council, said: “The resurfacing works will prevent further deterioration to this section of road and ensure that it is safe and serviceable for many more years.
“The works have been scheduled to take place after school summer holidays as experience shows there is noticeably less traffic.
“We have taken the decision to work overnight to further reduce disruption to the road network.
“Access will be maintained for residents and businesses alike, although the road will be closed to through traffic to ensure the safety of the workforce and the public.”
• Diversion routes will be signed via the A1031 north, the B1201 west, A16 south, A157 east, B1200 east and A1031 north and vice versa. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/marshchapel-road-closures-to-begin-on-september-13-1-7550908 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/01f67bfadbd461d2fab4973ee3e9380f1c09fb397a7dffe9dbe8d135da65a72c.json |
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| 2016-08-31T12:50:44 | null | 2016-08-31T13:33:48 | There were cheers and tears in Mablethorpe last Thursday as students received what will prove to be the last ever GCSE results at Monks’ Dyke Tennyson College. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fend-of-an-era-as-students-at-mablethorpe-secondary-school-pick-up-gcse-results-for-the-final-time-1-7553749.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7553748.1472636051!/image/image.jpg | en | null | End of an era as students at Mablethorpe secondary school pick up GCSE results for the final time | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | There were cheers and tears in Mablethorpe last Thursday as students received what will prove to be the last ever GCSE results at Monks’ Dyke Tennyson College.
The college said the results were outstanding, despite what headteacher Paul Marsden described as an ‘exceptionally challenging’ year.
It was announced in July that the Mablethorpe campus would close – but only after staff, students and parents had battled through months of uncertainty.
Mr Marsden told the Leader: “Thanks to the efforts of the dedicated teaching staff, 23 students out of 49 entered achieved a positive value added at GCSE per subject.”
The campus looks certain to close after a 50-year presence in the town due to falling pupil numbers and escalating financial pressures.
However, Mr Marsden admitted the results would have given the site a ‘solid basis’ for the future.
He said: “The grades that were received by the students are a significant achievement for them and the staff in Mablethorpe and deserve praise.
“In fact, had Ofsted arrived, the results would have provided a solid basis for a good report.”
Mr Marsden went on to thank students, staff and parents.
He added: “My thanks go out to the staff, students and parents for all of their efforts and support during this exceptionally challenging year at the school.”
From September, the site will be used by Lincolnshire County Council as a facility for youngsters with behavioural problems.
However, there is still a chance that secondary school education could be revived.
As the Leader reported, campaigners have formed ‘The Coastal Free School Group’ which is working towards opening a facility in 2018. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/end-of-an-era-as-students-at-mablethorpe-secondary-school-pick-up-gcse-results-for-the-final-time-1-7553749 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/451ae5095caf4586f2e458282d14bca3ac9e54a1953cd0ce99ef0d1a9bd8f3d0.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:08:40 | null | 2016-08-26T10:35:15 | A 70 year old restaurateur has been banned from driving after he drove home to his sick wife after waiting an hour for a taxi after drinking in a local pub. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fmablethorpe-restaurateur-70-banned-for-drink-driving-1-7543378.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7543377.1472121428!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Mablethorpe restaurateur, 70, banned for drink driving | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | A 70 year old restaurateur has been banned from driving after he drove home to his sick wife after waiting an hour for a taxi after drinking in a local pub.
David George Ives, of Seaholme Road in Mablethorpe, admitted driving with excess alcohol when he appeared at Skegness Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (August 23).
The court heard he was seen driving erratically in Brickyard Lane at 11.15pm on August 6 and was stopped on the A11 at Trusthorpe driving towards Sutton on Sea. He gave a positive breath test of 51 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. The legal limit is 35 microgrammes.
Ives, who was unrepresented, told the court he was ‘totally guilty’.
He told the court: “I’d been waiting an hour for a taxi and my wife was ill at home.
“I had one and a half pints in the pub and another waiting for the taxi as I didn’t think I would be driving.”
He claimed he was not driving erratically, but was driving around potholes in the road.
He said the driving ban would ‘really affect my business as a restaurateur’.
Ives was banned from driving for 14 months but was offered the drink drivers’ rehabilitation course which will reduce the period of his ban by 14 weeks.
He was also fined £400 and ordered to pay £125 in costs and charges. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/mablethorpe-restaurateur-70-banned-for-drink-driving-1-7543378 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/39f8346a978410680b638d97cec0a542826f544d130941c412e08bef38d4b871.json |
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| 2016-08-30T14:49:54 | null | 2016-08-30T14:41:24 | Riders from the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship visited Coningsby on Friday August 26, ahead of round eight of the competition at Cadwell Park over the Bank Holiday weekend. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fmce-british-superbike-contenders-visit-raf-coningsby-1-7550811.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7550810.1472564463!/image/image.jpg | en | null | MCE British Superbike contenders visit RAF Coningsby | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Riders from the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship visited Coningsby on Friday August 26, ahead of round eight of the competition at Cadwell Park over the Bank Holiday weekend.
During the visit contenders for this year’s title met personnel from the RAF Typhoon Display team and toured the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (RAFBBMF).
RAF Reserves BMW’s Alastair Seeley and team-mate Jake Dixon were joined by Leon Haslam from JG Speedfit Kawasaki, Honda Racing’s Jason O’Halloran and Dan Linfoot, plus Tyco BMW’s Michael Laverty, Buildbase BMW’s Richard Cooper and Anvil Hire TAG Yamaha’s James Rispoli for a tour of the base.
The riders had the opportunity to get closer to the Typhoon, the world-class multi-role combat aircraft as Flight Lieutenant Mark Long, this year’s Typhoon Display Pilot, gave them an insight into high-speed and performance flying.
Flt Lt Mark Long said: “It has been great to meet the riders today, particularly the guys who are sponsored by the RAF, and we discussed my best times around Cadwell Park on a trackday!
“There is link between aviation and motorsport; there is a real synergy in what we all do, the challenge of flying a fighter jet effectively is probably similar to obtaining maximum performance from a bike, and that applies equally to the rider or pilot, the engineers, or the many other supporting personnel that contribute.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/mce-british-superbike-contenders-visit-raf-coningsby-1-7550811 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/88f28695c1b093f5b7ccc7b9ad1c9d8f178826da6d2b7df0ec81d359928a3771.json |
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| 2016-08-29T22:50:11 | null | 2016-08-29T18:30:46 | Royal Mail staff in the LN postcode area - which includes Louth and Horncastle - are hitting national targets. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Froyal-mail-staff-hitting-national-targets-in-louth-and-horncastle-1-7549510.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7546573.1472486939!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Royal Mail staff hitting national targets in Louth and Horncastle | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Royal Mail staff in the LN postcode area - which includes Louth and Horncastle - are hitting national targets.
The Royal Mail’s Quality of Service report for the first quarter of the financial year 2016-2017 reveals it has beaten its regulatory First Class mail target in the LN postcode area.
The reports says 95.8 per cent of mail is delivered on time, according to independent research.
The First Class target is for 93 per cent of mail to arrive the next working day.
Nationally, the report reveals Royal Mail had met/beaten its regulatory First Class mail target, delivering 93.3 per cent the next working day.
It also exceeded its Second Class mail target of 98.5 per cent, delivering 99 per cent of this mail within three working days for the first three months of the financial year 2016-2017.
Rob Jenson, Operations Director, Royal Mail said: “Our postmen and women work extremely hard to deliver to some of the most demanding Quality of Service standards in the whole of Europe.
“We remain the only UK delivery company to publish our Quality of Service and we are proud to do so.
“We are more focused than ever on continuously improving and maintaining high standards of service for our customers.”
Royal Mail is the only UK mail delivery company required to publish Quality of Service performance against delivery targets every quarter and has the highest Quality of Service specification of any major European country.
Royal Mail’s Quality of Service is measured by TNS Global, an independent market research company.
The latest independent report on performance for the first quarter of the year was published today on Royal Mail’s website at:http://www.royalmailgroup.com/customers/quality-service/quality-service-reports. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/royal-mail-staff-hitting-national-targets-in-louth-and-horncastle-1-7549510 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/f3afa31ba5c67de173d1d40521e55c4a01237e5a2506c27590f38c4bcb908b76.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:01:46 | null | 2016-08-15T16:05:12 | Louth Second XI kept their promotion hopes alive with a 10-wicket win over Appleby Frodingham on Saturday. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flincs-county-league-louth-seconds-retain-promotion-hopes-with-big-win-1-7527712.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7527711.1471273467!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lincs County League: Louth Seconds retain promotion hopes with big win | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Louth Second XI kept their promotion hopes alive with a 10-wicket win over Appleby Frodingham on Saturday.
The victory lifted them to fourth in Lincolnshire County League Division One with their two remaining fixtures against the sides directly above them, Cleethorpes and Lindum.
With the sun blazing and the London Road outfield looking glorious, skipper Steve Wright won the toss and elected to bowl at much-changed opponents.
It seemed the right decision as Lee Freeman and Danny Rankin reduced the visitors to 25-2, but after a dry week, the lightning-fast outfield kept Louth on their toes as any stroke which breached the fielding circle raced to the boundary.
Fisher replaced Rankin and took the third wicket with the score on 60, but veteran Vinnie Grimes and Ben Bramley mounted a riposte with a stand of 82 until Wright clean bowled Bramley for 43 (142-4).
Grimes showed his experience, waiting to punish any wayward deliveries, and he and Ben Kirk added a further 46 before Lee Freeman had Grimes top edging a wide delivery to Koen at third man.
The visitors looked certain to gain full batting points as the 200 loomed, but despite after a long, hot afternoon of fielding the hosts fought hard to contain the scoring rate.
Sharp fielding by Bains in the last over stalled the innings as Appleby finished on 199-6.
In reply, the skipper reverted back to his opening role with all-rounder Koen again up the order and still unable to bowl through injury.
Having played the anchor role a week earlier, Koen became the brutal aggressor this time.
With Ben Bramley bowling five consecutive maidens to Wright, partner Koen had struck eight fours before the skipper got off the mark. By the 11th over the score had reached 54 before Bramley finally conceded a run.
Koen continued to accumulate quickly and when Bramley pulled up injured, the scoring rate accelerated as Wright finally began to catch up.
Koen remained untroubled as he reached his half-century in the 18th over as he punished any delivery not inch perfect on line or length.
Six overs later a punishing shot raced for four to bring up his century with the score on 177.
The very next over Wright brought up his 50 and the pair remained unbeaten as they reached the 200-run target in just 28 overs.
Koen’s extraordinary innings of 112 not out contained 19 fours and 4 sixes, while Wright also carried his bat for 58. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/lincs-county-league-louth-seconds-retain-promotion-hopes-with-big-win-1-7527712 | en | 2016-08-15T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/8cbcd77857ca99bf705c57dfd5f0b20349b79fc7f257cb5c5e0b17e4da85bcb9.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:51:55 | null | 2016-08-22T15:21:22 | Louth Town moved up to sixth in the Lincolnshire Football League with a comfortable win over Nettleham on Saturday. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Flouth-town-fc-ease-past-nettleham-1-7538347.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7494807.1471958379!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Louth Town FC ease past Nettleham | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Louth Town moved up to sixth in the Lincolnshire Football League with a comfortable win over Nettleham on Saturday.
Unbeaten Louth followed up their high-scoring 4-4 draw at Brigg Town Reserves on opening day with a fine 3-0 victory at the Saltfleetby Sports Ground.
Rocky Rawlins, Frazer Chapman and Michael Brown were all on target as the White Wolves began a run of three successive home games.
Tonight (Wednesday) they host Skegness Town for a 6.45pm kick-off before entertaining Immingham Town on Saturday (3pm kick-off).
Louth Town did not enter a league last season after dropping out of the Northern Counties East League. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/football/louth-town-fc-ease-past-nettleham-1-7538347 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/224e96b3c9e3bc00ab85eaf0b221fe987d4772aa97ac48fba9dacccb6395b004.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:01:20 | null | 2016-08-17T08:42:43 | Louth racer Peter Hickman had a mixed bag of results at the Ulster GP on Saturday despite landing a prized podium spot. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fulster-gp-peter-hickman-grabs-podium-finish-1-7527935.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7527933.1471279438!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Ulster GP: Peter Hickman grabs podium finish | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Louth racer Peter Hickman had a mixed bag of results at the Ulster GP on Saturday despite landing a prized podium spot.
Hickman showed much promise and rode the Iron Maiden Trooper Beer Kawasaki to seventh and third-place finishes in the Supersport races, but elsewhere was left frustrated by bike problems and a red flag.
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Hicky led the Superstock race early on after qualifying in a third row start, but the GB MOTO Kawasaki suffered a puncture forcing his retirement after three laps.
The Lincolnshire rider qualified ninth for the first Supersport race despite only a handful of rides aboard the 600cc Kawasaki.
Soon getting to grips with the bike, Hickman was running in seventh behind Michael Dunlop and about to make a move when the red flag ended the race on lap five.
Hickman ended up third in Superbike qualifying for a front row start to the two races, and as the lights he took the lead.
The Louth racer was relegated to third by the end of lap one, but posted the fastest lap of the race on lap three with a 3min 18.996secs as the top four riders pulled clear of the pack.
With just 0.6 seconds separating the four riders, and Hicky looking certain of a podium position, engine failure forced him out at the end of lap five.
The action was again close in the second Supersport race with the top seven covered by just 1.2 seconds.
On lap four Hicky was up to fifth and then caught and passed Dean Harrison on the run to Deer’s Leap a lap later. He then caught Bruce Anstey but couldn’t make the pass stick and it was all down to the hairpin on the last lap.
As they emerged, Hicky was ahead of Anstey and held his position to the chequered flag to take third place.
“It was nice to get a podium after the bad luck in the previous races,” he said.
“We could have been on the podium in all the races before then, but we had a few problems unfortunately.
“The Trooper Kawasaki worked well for me and to give the boys something back after such a tough day is mega.
“The little Kawasaki lacks a bit of punch and with me being over six foot doesn’t really help! But once I got into my stride I was able to run with the front boys and put the Beast on the podium.”
Because of the lack of time to fit a new engine, Hicky was forced to use the heavier and slower Superstock bike for the final Superbike race.
He lay third on the first lap, but the faster Superbikes soon got past him and he eventually settled into a lonely seventh place.
The next outing for the Lincolnshire rider is on home tarmac at Cadwell Park over the Bank Holiday weekend of August 27 to 29 when Hicky will be hoping the JG Speedfit Kawasaki can move him nearer to the top six and the shoot-out. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/ulster-gp-peter-hickman-grabs-podium-finish-1-7527935 | en | 2016-08-17T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/c38769a79e7363c997fcb71d55fc31650e72e8068ce01c906c7bc890c6d20c76.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:11:10 | null | 2016-08-25T14:58:40 | Somercotes Academy in North Somercotes is celebrating vastly improved GCSE results today with 63.49 per cent of students achieving A*-C grades in English and Maths. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fvast-gcse-results-improvement-at-somercotes-academy-1-7544335.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7544331.1472134184!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Vast GCSE results improvement at Somercotes Academy | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Somercotes Academy in North Somercotes is celebrating vastly improved GCSE results today with 63.49 per cent of students achieving A*-C grades in English and Maths.
81 per cent of students achieved English (A*-C grades) and 68 per cent of students achieved Maths (A*-C grades). 94 per cent of students achieved their expected level of progress from Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 4 in English, and 82 per cent in Maths.
Somercotes Academy GCSE Results Day. (l-r) Callum Kidd, Kieran may, Charlie Oliver, Daniel Hampton and Kaj Smith.
Martin Brown, Somercotes Academy Executive Principal said: “I am absolutely thrilled with these results.
“Considering that Somercotes Academy has only been a member of Tollbar Multi Academy Trust since November 2015, the students have worked their socks off to get these outstanding results in all subjects, but most particularly in English and Maths.
“Achieving good results in English and Maths is vital for these students to move forward with the courses they have chosen post-16, and the Academy, as part of the Trust, has focused heavily on these subjects.
“The teaching staff have worked tirelessly to assist the children to achieve these results, with many hours of extra-curricular revision classes.
Poppy-May Beasley, Sam Stokes and Sallie Waby.
“A large number of staff from Tollbar Multi Academy Trust have done incredibly well to turn around the results in a number of subject areas bearing in mind that when they took over the classes last year, students were lacking consistency having been taught by a variety of supply teachers.”
David Hampson, Chief Executive of Tollbar Multi Academy Trust, said: “I am absolutely delighted that the investment at Somercotes Academy, both in terms of the site and the outstanding teaching staff, during the course of the year has paid off with such a fantastic set of results.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/vast-gcse-results-improvement-at-somercotes-academy-1-7544335 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/23ea0ae87997ed41f9e1034566a187096d483d8847e71ce1f22b092c16cc69af.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:10:41 | null | 2016-08-25T11:41:23 | Shop owners and residents have welcomed plans to improve parking arrangements in Mablethorpe which they say will benefit
blue-badge holders and town centre businesses. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fbusinesses-and-residents-welcome-town-centre-parking-improvements-in-mablethorpe-1-7543392.json | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/businesses-and-residents-welcome-town-centre-parking-improvements-in-mablethorpe-1-7543392 | en | null | Businesses and residents welcome town centre parking improvements in Mablethorpe | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Shop owners and residents have welcomed plans to improve parking arrangements in Mablethorpe which they say will benefit blue-badge holders and town centre businesses.
The changes, planned to be implemented by Lincolnshire County Council in the Autumn, include the introduction of new disabled parking bays nearer to the town centre - and the relaxation of regulations regarding loading bays in the High Street.
It means businesses will have until 10am to unload goods - a major help at the start of the day.
Ian Mickleburgh, senior highways officer at Lincolnshire County Council, said the changes were being brought in specifically for Mablethorpe following requests from residents and businesses.
He said: “In the autumn, we’ll be making some changes in the centre of town in Mablethorpe.
“This will include the creation of some disabled spaces near the High Street.
“It’s not possible to put spaces on the High Street itself as this would severely affect the flow of traffic.
“However, we are planning to relax the loading ban on the High Street so that it doesn’t begin until 10am.
“Not only will this make life easier for businesses it will also mean that blue badge holders can also park on the High Street up to that time, as long as they aren’t causing an obstruction.”
The new disabled bays will be located in Seacroft Road, Victoria Road and Admiralty Road. The county council’s plans have received positive feedback.
Jean Turner, owner of The Shell Shop in the High Street, said she is happy loading times will be extended.
She added: “It will definitely be a benefit getting that extra hour in the morning to unload our goods.
“I can see that it will keep a lot of the nearby business owners happy.”
Blue badge holder Ann Warrick said: “I rarely park in Mablethorpe because there isn’t a lot of parking for blue badge holders in the town itself.
“If more spaces are being made up, I would definitely come and shop in the town.”
Stuart Hurren said: “It is about time more parking spaces were provided for blue badge holders as parking in the centre of town has always been a pain.” | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/businesses-and-residents-welcome-town-centre-parking-improvements-in-mablethorpe-1-7543392 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/6756b362cbfde8f637c0f6d3a036a9c2c71a0b78613f8596d5b5331e920d2adc.json |
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| 2016-08-29T12:50:05 | null | 2016-08-29T10:46:25 | Nodding off in the middle of the day may be down to pollution generated by traffic, suggests new research. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fsleepiness-linked-to-traffic-noise-and-pollution-1-7548626.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7548623.1472463964!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Sleepiness linked to traffic noise and pollution | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Nodding off in the middle of the day may be down to pollution generated by traffic, suggests new research.
The study shows exposure to traffic pollution is a trigger for daytime sleepiness - and may also trigger SNORING.
More than 12,000 adults were included in the Respiratory Health in Northern Europe (RHINE) study.
The findings show that people exposed to high levels of pollution had a 65 per cent greater chance of suffering from daytime sleepiness, compared to those who had no exposure.
Traffic noise in the bedroom was also a trigger - with people 46 per cent more likely to feel sleepy in the day if exposed.
And the research also suggests that people are also 29 per cent more likely to be a habitual snorer if they are exposed to traffic noise while they sleep.
Daytime sleepiness affected one in five people involved in the study, while one in four reported habitual snoring.
Ane Johannessen, an epidemiologist at Bergen University in Norway, wrote the study together with Professor Thorarinn Gislason and other Northern European researchers.
She said: “Exposure to traffic should be taken into account when planning treatment for patients with sleep disturbances, because reducing noise and pollution exposure in the bedroom may have a beneficial effect.
“Reducing exposure through relocating the bedroom away from pollution sources or making the bedroom more soundproof to protect against traffic noise, as well as mapping alternative and less polluted outdoor everyday routes may help patients with their sleep disorders.”
The study also showed that men, older subjects, smokers and those with lower education were more likely to report habitual snoring.
They were usually less physically active, with a higher BMI, and more likely to have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).
Women, older people, smokers, and those with lower education were more likely to report daytime sleepiness.
The new research is due to be presented at the European Respiratory Society’s International Congress in London next month.
Professor Jorgen Vestbo, President of ERS and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Manchester, said: “The question of who snores may be a running joke in some households but for many snoring is a serious issue, with direct links to physical and mental well being and the same is true for daytime sleepiness.
“We want people to think more about the environment around them and the impact it can have - from the way they sleep to the air they breathe.”
To coincide with Congress, the ERS will be holding some free public lung function testing, starting in Trafalgar Square on September 2 and 3. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/sleepiness-linked-to-traffic-noise-and-pollution-1-7548626 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/7add9e85bab9d855079c41deed8721d6624a2de0aa4432b1a21a489126ffffe8.json |
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| 2016-08-27T08:48:12 | null | 2016-08-27T09:02:15 | Kenwick Park’s three-man scratch team retained the Lincolnshire County’s Bramley Trophy at Seacroft for the second consecutive year. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Fcounty-kings-kenwick-park-golf-club-retain-bramley-trophy-1-7545687.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7545680.1472202272!/image/image.jpg | en | null | County kings Kenwick Park Golf Club retain Bramley Trophy | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Kenwick Park’s three-man scratch team retained the Lincolnshire County’s Bramley Trophy at Seacroft for the second consecutive year.
Playing against Carholme and Toft Golf Clubs, Kenwick played superbly well to win all six matches.
Mixed open winners Robert Wilson (left) and Rose Stevenson with Colin Burkitt EMN-160825-113157002
Ashton Turner won 5 and 3 and then 8 and 6, while Sam Done was even more emphatic, winning 9 and 7, then 10 and 9, and Lewis Hackett won 5 and 4, and then 1-up.
The competition started back in May and a special mention should go to both Lewis Campbell and Billy Wright, who more than played a part in helping the team reach the final.
* A good turnout of 54 players took part in an 18-medal competition on Seniors Championship Day.
Simon Hartley (3), was crowned champion and won Mary’s Trophy, donated by Mary Flockton, after a fine round of 74, five shots ahead of his nearest rival.
Kenwick Park's winnign team, from left, Ashton Turner, Lewis Hackett, Jim Lammin, president of the Lincolnshire Union of Golf Clubs, and Sam Done. EMN-160826-095816002
Steve Blackburn (12) came second with a gross 79 ahead of John Hood (5) who took the third spot with 81.
Steve won the nett competition with a very useful 67 to become the first recipient of the St Andrew’s Quaich, a trophy recently donated to the section by seniors’ stalwart, Paddy Shillington.
Gus Robertson, took the runners-up spot with 93-25=68 ahead of third-placed Jim Dindale (83-14=69).
Gus won the Neville Wiles Trophy for the best score by a person over 70, closely followed by Jim.
From left, lady captain Penny Buckley who finished second, Clabett Cup winner Freda Cooper and sponsor Julia Labett EMN-160826-095754002
* Swirling winds made play difficult at the annual Eric Sharp Pro-Am.
Dan Greenwood (Forest Pines) shot a great score of three-under-par 68, to retain the trophy for the second year.
Rachel Woodcock (Belton Park) was second with a round of 71, and James Wilkinson (Penrith Golf Centre), Darryl Frame (Immingham), Paul Streeter (Lincoln Golf Centre) and Stephen Bennett (Waltham Windmill) shared the third prize with 72.
James Beinlich (Sleaford) with Nigel Pru, Karl Kinsella, and Geoff Burnett, won the team competition with a score of 131.
From left,sponsor Bryan Huxford, Pro-am winner Dan Greenwood and Eric Sharp EMN-160826-095805002
James Wilkinson (Penrith Golf Centre) with Ron Irwin, Shaun Howsam and Lewis Hackett were second with 132 on countback from Nigel Pearce (Sleaford) with Doug Coote, Jack and Justin Arbon.
A big thank-you to competition sponsor Bryan Huxford.
* Roger Markham (19) had a good score of 38 points to win the Saturday stableford ahead of Chris Frampton (13) with 35.
Bernie Stafford (20) took third place with 34 on countback from Steve Ashby (6).
* A field of 30 men enjoyed the summer sunshine to play in the penultimate Tuesday night summer series nine-hole stableford.
A countback on 23 points was needed to declare Martin Laking (16) the winner from Kevin Cowdroy (20). James Ward (16) came third with 22.
* On a bright and sunny day, the ladies played an 18-hole stableford for the Clabett Cup.
Freda Cooper (18) scored an excellent 39 points to win from lady captain Penny Buckley (24) with 37. Ranka Cartledge (29) took third place with 36 on a countback from Julie Harvey (14).
In the non-grannies competition, the three winners of the silver, bronze and copper divisions were Sue Fisher (13) scoring 39, Bridget Hardaway (25) with 38 and Rose Stevenson (29) with 35.
Thanks to Julia Labett and Patsy Clark who provided the cup and sponsored the prizes.
* As well as organising the Kenwick Park Mixed Open, the home pairing of Rose Stevenson and Robert Wilson claimed victory with 46 points.
They claimed a narrow win on countback from Chris and Julie White (Belton Woods).
Jason and Tracy Wadrop, from Elsham, scored 45 to take third place on a countback from the home pairing of Rob Houlton and Sue Fisher as well as fifth-placed Kevin and Tracy Siddle (Spalding).
Mike Bartle (Elsham) won the men’s prize for nearest the pin at the eighth hole, and Wendy Beaumont (Kenwick Park) won the ladies’ prize at the 12th hole.
* A total of 25 pairs turned out to play a betterball stableford for the Brenda Blundell Trophies.
Sue Birkett (28) and Mabel Blackburn (20) played very well together, scoring 46 points to win on countback from lady vice-captain Andrea Smaggasgale (9) and Julia Labbett (17). Mary Osmond (32) and Jill Done (18) came third with 45.
The ladies thanked Brenda for sponsoring the competition and providing everyone with afternoon tea after play. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/county-kings-kenwick-park-golf-club-retain-bramley-trophy-1-7545687 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/b2369d095b93ac2c04aa39c6350ad55f3cb939210b1dfc42d1026ad6978b2a70.json |
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| 2016-08-26T13:11:34 | null | 2016-08-24T14:35:28 | An air ambulance is in attendance in Keeling Street, North Somercotes, this afternoon (Wednesday) after a man was hit by a trailer which became unhitched. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fbreaking-man-hit-by-unhitched-trailer-in-north-somercotes-1-7541782.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7541777.1472045710!/image/image.jpg | en | null | BREAKING: Man hit by ‘unhitched’ trailer in North Somercotes | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | An air ambulance is in attendance in Keeling Street, North Somercotes, this afternoon (Wednesday) after a man was hit by a trailer which became unhitched.
The incident occurred near Cost Cutters in Keeling Street at around 1.30pm and the man - believed to be in his 30s - was injured as a result, although details of his injuries have not yet been confirmed.
The scene of the accident in North Somercotes.
A police spokeswoman confirmed: “A man has been hit by a trailer that became unhitched.”
Fire, police, and ambulance crews have all attended the scene shortly after the accident occurred.
Motorists should avoid the area while the incident is being dealt with by the emergency services.
• More information as we have it. | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/news/local/breaking-man-hit-by-unhitched-trailer-in-north-somercotes-1-7541782 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/b1c41aa324ddb00f706ea0d2ed3185c03ee397a8fd00ece087f0b9fd3561104b.json |
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| 2016-08-26T12:55:43 | null | 2016-08-22T08:35:04 | Ann Boulton rounds up this week’s Lincs ECB Premier action... | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.louthleader.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fother-sport%2Flincs-ecb-premier-round-up-1-7537486.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.louthleader.co.uk/webimage/1.7348569.1471867320!/image/image.jpg | en | null | LINCS ECB PREMIER: Round-up | null | null | www.louthleader.co.uk | Ann Boulton rounds up this week’s Lincs ECB Premier action...
On a good day for batting that brought three centuries, Obus Pienaar hit an unbeaten 122 to break the Readers Lincolnshire ECB Premier League runs record, set by his predecessor at Sleaford, Tim McIntosh.
With three matches to go, the South African now has 1,394 runs for the season, with nine centuries.
Bracebridge Heath have a 22 point lead at the top, while below them Grantham head a chasing pack of four separated by just 15 points.
The top two played the bottom two and both took a gamble by declaring, only to see their opponents put up spirited performances to hang on to their wickets and earn a draw.
Bracebridge hosted Grimsby, declaring after 47 overs on 282 for five, Kit Spence unbeaten on 78 and Carl Stubbs hitting 51.
Brett Houston dismissed both Grimsby openers for 37 runs but Steve Crossley and Jack Wilson added 82.
When Crossley was out, Grimsby lost their next four wickets for 17 runs to make it 138 for seven but Hayden Tice and brother Harrison steadied the ship with a partnership of 41 and Hayden was unbeaten on 34 as the innings closed on 187 for eight, earning the visitors a valuable six points.
Nettleham fared even better at Grantham who declared after 42 overs on 253 for three.
Ross Carnelley scored his maiden century for the club in the ECB Premier League, carrying his bat with 115 while Dan Freeman made a welcome return to the batting line-up after injury to hit 55, this partnership putting on 127 for the third wicket.
Nettleham’s first wicket fell on 15 and the second on 60 but the visiting batsmen took advantage of a good batting track to score at a steady rate, Rhett Bridgens hitting 60.
From 170 for five, Jack Curtis and Connor Hawkins joined forces to bat out their 58 overs and take their side to 225 for five at the close.
This gave Nettleham nine points, closing the gap on Grimsby and both sides now have 10th placed Skegness in their sights after the seasiders suffered a heavy defeat at Bourne.
Jack Berry was once again the pick of the bowling, taking six for 45 as Skegness collapsed from 63 for one to 95 all out. Bourne lost two early wickets but an unbeaten 40 from Carl Wilson saw the home side to a six wicket win.
The closest game of the day was at Boston where Woodhall Spa’s innings closed on 223 for nine, Jack Timby making 60 and Jack Luffman 52.
Boston’s first wicket fell on eight but this brought Jonny Cheer to the crease and the chase was on as Cheer shared a third wicket stand of 81 with Liam Sparke.
Ross Dixon’s two dismissals made it 149 for five but this was to be Woodhall’s last success as Cheer and Tom Baxter pushed the total ever closer.
Going into the penultimate over, 22 were needed for victory but the batsman could make only six and eight more runs off the final over left the home side just eight short, Cheer with an unbeaten 113.
Pienaar’s century helped Sleaford to 247 for six at the close and Lindum suffered an early blow, losing two wickets for just 23 runs.
From here, Dwight Thomas brought some stability to the innings and when the West Indian was out for 89, the total had reached 170 for six.
Three more wickets fell but Lindum’s final pair dug in to take the final score to 208 for nine.
Keaton Critchell almost joined the century makers with 94 at Louth whose innings closed on 226 for nine at home to Market Deeping.
Tom Corden, who had earlier hit an unbeaten 31, then took five Deeping wickets as the visitors finished on 191 for nine, Patrick Harrington hitting 49.
Results: Skegness 95 (Berry 6-45), Bourne 99-4; Woodhall Spa 223-9 (J. Timby 60, Luffman 52), Boston 216-5 (Cheer 113no); Grantham 253-3 dec (42 overs) (Freeman 55, Carnelley 115no), Nettleham 225-5 (Bridgens 60); Sleaford 247-6 (Pienaar 122no), Lindum 208-9 (Thomas 89); Louth 226-9 (Critchell 94), Market Deeping 191-9 (Corden 5-76); Bracebridge Heath 282-5 dec (47 overs) (Spence 78no, Stubbs 51), Grimsby Town 187-8 (Crossley 68). | http://www.louthleader.co.uk/sport/other-sport/lincs-ecb-premier-round-up-1-7537486 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.louthleader.co.uk/34ed434f51f0265e9b2f641ec52977d9902c83fc23da71668fdb6992ff415bd7.json |
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