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Franklin Way set to be relaunched

This May will see the relaunch of the Franklin Way walking route, thirty-three years since it was created. The Franklin Way, which runs between Spilsby and Hundleby, was created in 1986 to celebrate the bicentenary of artic explorer, and former Spilsby resident, Sir John Franklin's birth.

Chilly Carehome With No Hot Water Rated Inadequate

A care home has been given an inadequate rating by the Care Quality Commission after inspectors found that it needed to improve in all areas. Melody Lodge in West Keal, near Spilsby was rated inadequate in safety, care and being well-lead after a number of failings were found in an inspection in December 2018.

Source: Lincolnshire Live

Big cash boost for allotments in Spilsby

Interest in allotments is expected to grow in Spilsby following a £9,180 Lottery grant to upgrade the facilities. Spilsby Town Council has been awarded the cash for the 33 Hundleby Road allotments by the 'Awards for All' fund.

Source: Skegness Standard

Residents Without Water After Mains Burst

Some residents in the Spilsby area are without water or very low pressure this morning after an overnight water mains burst. In a statement on their website, Anglia Water stated:

Dead Man's Penny to return home to Spilsby

The Great War Memorial Plaque of a young soldier from Spilsby who died at Ypres in 1915 will return 'home' this Saturday (20th October). The commemoration by David Morris MP and Victoria Atkins MP will take place at the war memorial outside St James Church Spilsby​ at 10:00am, before it is presented to Franklin Hall where it will be on permanent display. All are welcome to attend the war memorial c...