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Cross-party group to take charge of West Lindsey after leaders’ removal
Councillors from several parties will come together to lead West Lindsey District Council, with promises of greater co-operation.

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Woman dies following collision with white tanker on A52 near Skegness
Lincolnshire Police said her family have been made aware and are being supported by specially trained officers


UPDATE: Police confirm woman died in collision on A52 at Croft
Lincolnshire Police have confirmed the road closure on the A52 at Croft yesterday (Monday) was due to a fatal collision.

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Man critically ill in hospital after assault at property in Lincoln
An investigation has been launched by Lincolnshire Police


'Absolutely lethal' crossroads which has seen ‘accident after accident’ could get traffic lights
Metheringham crossroads is known as an accident blackspot, including one fatal crash last year

NK Community Champions 2025 launched
Do you know someone who’s making a difference within the community of North Kesteven through their kind consideration and voluntary endeavour – and have you always thought ‘they deserve a medal’ for what they do?

Man jailed for cannabis production caught hiding in a rose bush
A man has been jailed for eight months after Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) officers conducted enquiries at an address in Boston, following reports of a suspected cannabis grow.


Complaints over England flags painted on roads and signs in Woodhall Spa
Complaints have been made by alarmed residents after the painting of England flags on roads, signs and road markings in Woodhall Spa.


Councillor questions whether combined authority will be able to complete its work programme
The GLCCA is currently working on a Local Transport Plan to improve the frequency of rural bus routes in Lincolnshire


Row over £1k spent on council parking spaces
One party says its wasted cash, but another says it was necessary work


Appeal after woman and child assaulted in Boston
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a woman and child were assaulted in Boston.


Dog rescued by lifeguard on Skegness beach
A dog has been rescued by a beach lifeguard after getting tired in the sea at Skegness.


Palestine vigil activists urge Louth Library to sever links with Barclays
Activists who hold a weekly vigil in Louth for Palestine have called on the town’s library to sever its links with Barclays Bank.


Cross-party group to take charge of Lincolnshire district council after leader's removal
The Conservatives, Liberal Democrats, Independents and Reform will all participate in the new administration


Woman and child assaulted near bridge in Lincolnshire town centre
The incident took place near Sluice Bridge in Boston


Plans to speed up train journeys between Lincoln and Nottingham to be discussed
The journey time between Lincoln and Nottingham is currently between 50 minutes and an hour


Lincolnshire cannabis grower found hiding in rose bush after police came knocking
More than 100 plants worth up to £90,720 were found in the property


Changes to dog exclusion zones along Lincolnshire coast
East Lindsey District Council has announced changes to its dog exclusion zones to align with the beaches awarded Blue Flags.


Annual light convoy of vans raises funds for charity
A convoy of dazzling vans lit up the night sky in Skegness for the annual procession through coastal towns and villages.


'Unforgettable' thriller with Hollywood line-up free to watch tonight
A Time to Kill, which first aired in 1996, is based on John Grisham's 1989 novel of the same name and stars Matthew McConaughey, Sandra Bullock and Samuel L. Jackson
