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Spilsby branch of Lloyds Bank looks set to close in November

The Spilsby branch of Lloyds Bank looks set to close its doors for the final time on 12th November this year. According to information released by Lloyds Bank a decision has been made to close the branch as a result of changing customers needs, with an increasing number of customers accessing services online.  According to the bank their counters were 3% quieter than a year ago and there are 325...

Hard work sees local care home improve

A care home in Halton Holegate has seen the fruits of hard work as it received an improved rating from the Care Quality Commission. The Old Hall in Halton Holegate had been through some rough patches over the last 12 months with an inadequate rating given by CQC in August 2018.  Following this the staff and new management team have worked hard to improve the home and the ratings. 

Work set to begin on new factory for Tong Engineering

Tong Engineering has started building a new factory in Spilsby, which is expected to create 26 new jobs. One of the world's leading manufacturers of vegetable grading and handling equipment, Tong Engineering is looking forward to a new era as it starts work on a brand-new production facility in Lincolnshire.

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