» NewsA rapist already jailed for nine years will face another seven years behind bars after he pleaded guilty to an additional sexual offence, Lincolnshire Police has said.
One of Skegness’s most recognisable buildings is set to shine once again, with a major facelift planned for the historic Tower Cinema.
Twenty-five new homes for people with additional needs will be delivered in Scunthorpe, as the council unlocks redevelopment of the former Hollies and Cygnets site on Normanby Road.
Specialist provider Foresight will bring forward plans for the modern one-bedroom homes designed to help residents live independently while staying close to family, friends and local services.
Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This is the council doing what residents expect – getting land used properly to deliver homes people actually need.
“We know there is real demand for supported living for people with additional needs, and by agreeing this lease we’re turning a long-unused site into an opportunity to create new homes that will make a genuine difference to people’s lives.”
The scheme responds directly to local demand for supported living, delivering modern homes that support independence and keep people rooted in their community.
Foresight works with councils across the country to deliver supported living homes that promote independence, stability and long-term wellbeing for residents.
Paul Silvester, chief executive at Foresight, said: “This is an excellent opportunity to deliver an invaluable service for people who need it most.
“By providing the right homes and support in the community, this scheme will help improve quality of life and support greater independence.”
Cllr Richard Hannigan, cabinet member for adults, health and communities, added: “This is about listening to residents and acting on what matters most.
“These homes will support people to live more independently and remain part of their local community.”
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Councillor Neil Poole is the latest guest on News Direct, the podcast, sharing a deeply personal story rooted in North Lincolnshire and shaped by community, service and optimism.
Born at home on Moor Road in Yaddlethorpe, raised around Bottesford and Messingham, Neil reflects on a childhood defined by independence, hard work and strong local ties.
From walking to school at five to serving an agricultural apprenticeship that took him from the workshop floor to export sales across Europe, Neil’s early working life laid the foundations for a career built on graft and people skills.
Pod host Cllr Rob Watham, said: “Neil’s story is a reminder that the best public servants are the ones who never lose touch with where they come from. His optimism, rootedness and genuine care for people comes through in everything he does – and that’s exactly why this conversation matters.”
News Direct, the podcast features conversations with people who live, work and lead in North Lincolnshire, sharing real stories about their lives, experiences and the communities. The series explores personal journeys, local history and the motivations behind public and civic life, offering listeners an insight into the people shaping the area beyond job titles and headlines.
The conversation traces Neil’s move into public life – joining Messingham Parish Council in 1999, becoming chair within three years, and being elected to North Lincolnshire Council in 2007.
Now one of the council’s longest-serving figures, Neil speaks candidly about what keeps him motivated: helping people navigate challenges, keeping the “human touch” in local government, and leaving places better than he found them.
Neil also reflects on optimism in the face of serious illness, the importance of community spaces and sports clubs, and why North Lincolnshire’s mix of industry and countryside remains something to be proud of.
The podcast is available on YouTube and Spotify.
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The amazing generosity of a couple from Sutton on Sea has helped a hospital to offer revolutionary form of keyhole surgery for spinal patients.
The Teenage Cancer Trust charity received a festive boost from this year’s Santa Fun Run organised by Market Rasen Rotary Club.
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The Sleaford Standard is, once again, proud to be working with Sleaford Town Council for this year’s Sleaford Town Awards.
Newly-crowned Formula One champion Lando Norris is not the only British driver celebrating a world title. For a boy from the Louth area has mirrored his success – in the sport of karting.
A ‘Light at the Museum’ event in Skegness proved a sparkling finale for visitors and the hard-working volunteers.