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Welcome to the November issue

It’s been a busy month for us at home, we have had quite a bit of work going on in the house, we’ve had two weddings to go to (including Sarah’s from the office – congratulations to the new Mr & Mrs Bowers), my birthday, half term and a few days away with friends at Peppa Pig World. I am hoping November is going to be a quieter month in all honesty!

In this issue we are starting to think about darker nights and home security options as well as what to do if you don’t fancy the work in making a full Christmas lunch at home in food & drink. With dark nights, frosty mornings and more rain it’s important to make sure your car is in tip-top condition, and we have our ABC of safer motoring.

We also look at what Kirton has to offer and last but not least, Tim test drives the Toyota Camry.

Well, for now, all that’s left for me to say is enjoy the month and see you next time!

Hayley

Contents 4

News

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Citizens Advice

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10 Mini Police 12

Library News

14

Family Life

16 Focus on Kirton 18 Health & Beauty 21

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Food & Drink

22 Home & Property

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24 Motoring •

28 Handy Contacts

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News soundLINCS wins National Lottery support for Future of the Past project soundLINCS has received a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant of £78,000 for an exciting partnership project, Future of the Past, to work with young people and cultural facilitators to creatively interpret Lincolnshire’s heritage Supported through The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and made possible

by National Lottery players, this two year project will bring together a range of key partners working together from the university, cultural, arts and heritage sectors delivering projects across Lincolnshire.

Supported by staff and volunteers, young people aged 11-18 will engage with seven heritage sites across the county to develop and deliver a programme through reinterpreting heritage from the youth’s perspective. This will help enable our heritage to become more engaging and accessible for future audiences.

Future of the Past will be supported by arts and heritage specialists with expertise in training and skills building. The project will encourage young

people to stay involved with their local heritage site after the project has finished, building in sustainability for the future.

Commenting on the award, Nikki-Kate Heyes MBE (CEO), said: “We are thrilled to have received this support thanks to National Lottery players and are confident the project will support young people to be active citizens with pride in their heritage.

We see the Future of the Past as a two year pilot project for a much larger regional programme, therefore, in addition to the data collection and analysis required by our funders – The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Lincolnshire County Council and Museum Development East Midlands - the project team will be looking to evaluate the model of working, so we can learn more about the process and how well it works and to learn lessons”.

For further information about soundLINCS please visit the website www. soundlincs.org, email info@ soundlincs.org, or call 01522 510073

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Plans for new education facility given green light

Plans to create a new education facility and wider public sector hub have been signed off by East Lindsey District Council, following a full Council meeting recently.

Councillors granted approval for the project to proceed, meaning the District Council can now purchase the land on the former college site on Mareham Road, Horncastle.

The new education facility’s course provision will be linked to the requirements of local employers and adults, allowing adult students and apprentices to access education, including university level courses, creating more accessible learning opportunities in the local area.

Alongside the proposed new education facility, which the District Council is looking to progress with Boston College, the site will be home to wider office facilities to accommodate a number of public sector partners, including East Lindsey District Council.

The District Council has agreed to allocate £6.23m to the project and is also seeking funding of £1.52m from the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership towards the total project costs of £8.25m.

The Council will also explore other income streams to support the project development and delivery costs to ensure the project is cost neutral within 15 years.

Councillor Craig Leyland, Leader of East Lindsey District Council, said: “I’m pleased that Council has agreed to proceed with this exciting project. The new education facility will provide substantial benefits to the District; helping to equip our residents with valuable skills and ultimately providing a boost to the economy of the area.

“Our plans to bring together several public services will provide opportunities to operate in a more dynamic way and offers the chance to collaborate more closely with our partners for the benefit of the local community.”

New Player in the Garden Game in Lincolnshire Autumn and Winter bring many challenges for gardeners; keeping the borders looking nice once you have pruned the perennials and fertilised the lawn.

Creating the perfect winter garden with a delicate dusting of snow or a sparkle of a new frost can be challenging when the garden looks wind ravaged and tired.

Over the last 16 years, ColourFence has been working with customers to reduce the impact of the changing seasons on gardens across the UK. Trevor Conduit, Director of ColourFence Nottingham, explains how: How much can fencing really change the look of a garden?

It depends to a degree on the garden itself but in most residential gardens the fencing is one of the most prominent features, particularly in the Autumn and Winter as plants die back. A poorly maintained fence can easily make the whole garden look scruffy and uncared for and with traditional wooden fences this can translate as something as simple as needing a coat of paint or a panel.

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Restart a Heart Day 2019: Thousands of young people to learn CPR On Wednesday 16th October, LIVES supported the global Restart a Heart Day campaign by delivering lifesaving CPR lessons to school pupils across Lincolnshire.

Restart a Heart Day is a designated day of action across Europe with the aim to teach vital lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills.

Following the success of the previous years’ campaigns, LIVES volunteers travelled across Lincolnshire to ensure as many children as possible learn CPR, and have the opportunity to practice their skills on CPR manikins. We estimated to teach nearly 3,000 students on the day.

LIVES is working in partnership with other organisations, including East Midlands Ambulance Service, RAF Wittering, Lincolnshire Police, G4S Policing and Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue to achieve this total.

When someone has a cardiac arrest, every minute without help reduces their chances of survival by 10%. The earlier you give CPR to a person in cardiac arrest, the greater their chance of survival as this keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and heart until defibrillation or other advanced care can restore normal heart function. That is why it is important that as many people as possible know this valuable life-saving skill; it buys the patient time until medical help can be obtained.

Nikki Cooke, CEO of LIVES commented, “Restart A Heart Day is a fantastic initiative and LIVES is proud to be part of it. Sadly, only 1 in 10 people survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, which shows just how important it is to get more people trained in CPR so we can start to improve those statistics.” www.simplyboston.co.uk | SIMPLY BOSTON | 5

News

The Voice from the Gutter A mystery cleaning goddess has been coming into town in the early hours of the mornings leaving red bags of debris from highway pathways, car parks and open spaces on the pavements for collection.

The mystery cleaning goddess who wants to be known as ‘The Voice from the Gutter’ has given herself seven months to change Boston focusing on the upcoming Mayflower event next year in May 2020.

‘The Voice from the Gutter’ gets up early every Wednesday and Sunday morning, doesn’t even live in the Borough of Boston, and travels into town with her husband to help tidy the streets of Boston.

When interviewed she said: “Everybody need to come together, sweeping paths and keeping them clear of weeds. What ever it is they do, sweeping paths, cleaning up leaves, everyone has a talent and every little helps.

“With the winter coming close, a lot of the grass verges have been cut, this is now showing lots of litter, especially cigarette butts, these need clearing and it will make all the difference.”

‘The Voice from the Gutter’ is calling out to anyone who wants to help volunteer and tidy up the streets of Boston to join her one morning even

if it is for half an hour or so, every little makes such a difference. She will be seen wearing her high-viz somewhere along John Adams Way or parts of land leading off it for the next few weeks.

Go see her, have a chat, join in and give her a hand.

She also said: “I started volunteering when I was suffering from mental health issues and now I can’t stop.

Anyone who feels isolated please don’t worry, coming out and volunteering will help you.

“It would also be great to see some staff from businesses come out and join us for a while.”

Boston Borough Council’s environment supervisor, Jenny Moore has said: “We have many litter champion volunteers in Boston borough who are the environmental equivalent of Neighbourhood Watch. They help to keep their local area clean and tidy, and report to us any persistent issues such as dog fouling, graffiti, broken street furniture, overflowing bins or abandoned vehicles etc.

“The litter champions initiative has been led by members of the public and the council is fully-committed to supporting these volunteers in any way they can.

“What ‘The Voice from the Gutter’ is doing is amazing and we would like thank her for all of her hard work.”

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Advice

Save money on your gas and electricity Now the days are shorter and the weather is colder, your energy consumption is probably increasing. We would like to share these tips for making your bills as small as possible. You’ll probably save money on your gas and electricity bills by switching to a new supplier. You’ll need to follow a different process for switching if you’re in debt to your supplier, or if you’re a tenant.

Before you decide to switch

sending your final bill. If they don’t, they’ll

‘Economy 7’ meter.

energy consumption.

If you’ve been with your supplier for

If you get the Warm Home Discount,

owe you an extra £30 in compensation.

• checking which type of meter you have

check whether your new supplier offers

You should complain to your energy

finding out if your contract has an ‘exit fee’

the Warm Home Discount before you

supplier if they haven’t paid you what they

an annual statement. This will show how

for leaving early - it’s usually on your bill

switch - you’ll lose it if they don’t.

owe.

much energy you used in the past year,

You should start by:

• looking at your current suppliers tariffs If you have a smart meter Before you decide to switch, it’s a good idea to contact your new supplier to check

compared to the year before.

If you’ve applied for the Warm Home Discount but not yet got it, you’ll have to

Get benefits and grants to help you pay

apply again if you switch supplier - check

your bills

if your new supplier has different rules about who gets it.

if your smart meter will still work the same. For example, with some suppliers

How to switch supplier or tariff

you might need to send meter readings

Follow these steps to switch:

yourself.

1. Compare tariffs from different suppliers

more than a year they might send you

Get a smart meter

You might be eligible for certain grants

A smart meter is a new type of energy

and benefits if you’re elderly, disabled, on a

meter that will eventually be introduced in

low income or in debt to your supplier.

homes throughout the UK.

Try to use less energy

track of how much energy you’re using,

It has a digital display that lets you keep You can easily start to use less energy

which will help you use less. It can also

2. Once you’ve found one, call the supplier

by:

send data about your usage to your energy

‘prepayment mode’, you’ll usually need to

- they’ll set up the switch and tell your

• using your heating controls effectively

supplier to make sure you get accurate

top up with your new supplier once you’ve

old supplier. Alternatively, you can switch

such as thermostats, radiator valves and

energy bills.

switched. Your old supplier will refund you

online.

timers - you could save over £100 a year

any remaining credit.

3. Take a meter reading on the day of the

by only heating your home and water

transfer to give to your new supplier - this

when you need it

insulation, glazing or a more efficient

questions about switching with a smart

means they won’t charge you for energy

• replacing an old-style lightbulb with an

heating system in your home. However,

meter.

used before the switch.

energy-efficient one - you could save £50

this will cost money up front. If you’re on

4. Pay your old supplier’s final bill or get a

over the lifetime of the bulb

a low income you may be eligible for help

refund if you’re in credit.

• turning off appliances left on standby -

with these costs. To check go to: https://

you could save around £30 a year

www.gov.uk/improve-energy-efficiency

If you use your smart meter in

Contact your new supplier if you have

Choosing the right tariff It’s worth thinking about the type of

Once the switch has started, you’ll

Make your home more energy-efficient You could cut your bills by installing

You’ll find it easier to reduce your bills if

tariff you need before you switch - for

also need to give the new supplier your

example, you might want:

energy meter reference numbers, known

you keep track of how much energy you’re

• a flexible tariff that you can get out of at

as ‘MPRN’ or ‘MPAN’ numbers. This will

using.

any time

make sure they switch your energy supply

You can look at your most recent

• an environmentally-friendly tariff

and not someone else’s. You can find these

energy bill to see how much energy you

for example through the Energy Company

• the cheapest tariff available

numbers on your energy bill.

consumed in the period the bill covers.

Obligation. This could include insulation

You can then compare it to the previous

or a replacement boiler. What you can

If your old supplier owes you money

bill you received. Use the Citizens Advice

get depends on your circumstances and

They have to pay back any credit

online tool for understanding your energy

what would help your home. Speak to your

bill if you’re not sure where to find your

supplier to see if they offer a scheme.

You should also check whether you need a specific tariff for the type of electricity meter you have - for example, if you have a prepayment meter or an

they owe you within 10 working days of

Getting help from your energy supplier Your energy supplier might be able to offer you a grant to make improvements,

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Mini Police

On an initially gloomy Saturday morning last month, representatives from various agencies associated with the ‘Emergency Services’ began arriving in cars, vans and other vehicles at Central Park in Boston as part of the ‘Shining A Light’ event organized by Boston Borough Council and Lincolnshire Police.

This event was the second of its kind, with the first being held back in October 2018.

Its aim was simple – to give the public of Boston an idea of the amazing work done by all of the agencies who work in partnership with Police, Fire and Ambulance. Feedback from last year’s event was that is was a hit, and so organisers were determined to make it bigger and better this year. With more agencies invited came more displays and demonstrations, giving all those who attended more to look at and get involved with. There were also some amazing demonstrations by the Louth Search And Rescue Dogs and Lincolnshire Fire And Rescue.

The Mini Police returned for their second ‘Mini Marathon’ fun run. They set themselves a hard task, having had an amazing time and raising over £1800-00 for good causes last year. It was also a challenge for our team of PCSOs, with only three weeks from term commencing to get their schools visited, elections planned and hosted and new Mini Police issued uniforms.

Thanks to their hard work

on a very tight schedule, 39 Mini Police (and their families) were able to come along and take part.

This year we were also joined by some very special guests who have become a small part of the Mini Police family. Children from the East Lincolnshire Downs Syndrome Family Support Group along with their families and supporters joined in with their own ‘Mini Marathon’, and were cheered on by a huge crowd of supporters. The group will be working with Boston’s Neighbourhood Policing Team over coming months, helping us to reach more of our communities and deliver really important information.

Our Mini Marathon took place shortly after midday, and with many returnees from last year, there was an electric atmosphere as the countdown began and the children set off. A slightly shorter route than last year was a welcome surprise to many. The race was won by Harry from Wyberton Primary School, followed in second by Ruby from Butterwick C of E Primary School and Jack from Wrangle Primary coming in third. They were presented with trophies, and all entrants were awarded medals for taking part.

The event was an amazing success, with many agencies already committing to taking part in another event next year. Our Mini Police excelled themselves, representing themselves, their schools and Lincolnshire Police in

a fantastic way, with many positive comments received throughout the day.

Once all sponsorship monies are collected, charities

will be nominated to receive donations on behalf of the Mini Police.

Here are a few pictures from the day…

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Adult Book Choice Common Ground by Rob Cowen Returning to his native Yorkshire, Rob Cowen describes his discovery of the edge land; the overgrown lanes and disused railway tracks through evening and early morning walks, which bring him into close contact with the local wildlife. Blurring the boundaries of memoir, natural history and novel, this book offers nothing less than an enthralling new way of writing about nature and our experiences within it.

Childrens Book Choice The Magic Place by Chris Wormell Imprisoned in the cellar of a tall thin house in the Great Black City and made to work by her wicked aunt and uncle, Clementine’s life is grim, and Gilbert is her only friend (but he’s a cat). And yet Clementine has a dream, a dream of another home in a Magic Place, but can she ever escape and find her way there?

November Events at Boston Library Story Time Weekly on Fridays at 10.30am Come along for stories and simple crafts.

For under 5s and their families. No need to book, just drop in.

Cancer Research UK Raffle From 18th November to 16th December 2019 Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a fantastic hamper full of tasty goodies.

Raffle draw takes place Monday 16th December. All proceeds will go the Cancer Research UK. Tickets £1 a strip.

v Boston Library opening hours Mondays - 9am to 5pm Tuesdays - 9am to 5pm Wednesday - 9am to 5pm Thursdays - 9am to 6pm Fridays - 9am to 5pm Saturdays - 9am to 4pm ä Telephone 01522 782010 (charged at local rate) or log on to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/libraries.

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Friday 6th December from 3-5pm Visit Santa in his grotto, stalls, games, raffle and tombola.

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Family Life

Post 16 options At 16 you will be making some major choices about your future. This is the chance for you to decide what you want to do.

Places to study at 16 Many people chose to say on at school, but there are other choices too, like studying at a college or training provider or getting an apprenticeship.

Full-time Education After taking your GCSEs (Level 2 qualifications), you could move on to Level 3 qualifications, either by staying on in school or going to college.

The courses at Level 3 are A levels (mainly to qualify you for university) and vocational qualifications (to qualify you for a job). You can take a mixture, but if you are thinking of going to university, you’ll usually have to have at least one A level. Many universities will require more than one.

achievements, what you want and need to do next, and any career plans you have. Study programmes should combine learning about an area of work or subject, developing personal and social skills and improving skills in English, Maths and ICT. There is a requirement that students who gained a D mark in English or Maths will have

to re-sit these and you must continue to study them in school or college, along with whatever else you decide to do.

How to choose When you’re choosing your next step, it’s useful to think about what career you would like and that can often dictate which route is best for you. Look

at all options, visit schools and colleges on their open days, take your parents or a trusted adult so they can help you decide and may think of questions you wouldn’t.

Or you could visit the National Careers website to look at job profiles. Each of them gives you the essential information you need on what the job involves and if it’s right for you.

Study Programmes If you’re going into post-16 education or training, your school or college should offer you a study programme whether you’re doing academic or vocational study (or a mix of both). Your study programme should be, as far as possible, a tailored package. It’s like an individual learning plan based on your qualifications and

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Focus on Kirton: Kirton War Memorial

One such memorial was raised at Kirton as a permanent testament to the sacrifice made by the members of the local community who lost their lives in the First World War. Kirton War Memorial was built by G Maile and Sons at a cost of £530, to commemorate the 68 local servicemen who fell in the First World War. G Maile and Sons were masons, sculptors and church furnishers (especially stained glass), based in Euston Road, London. They were responsible for a number of war memorials across the country, a number of which are listed including Wooburn, Fowlmere and Pirton War Memorial (all Grade II).

The dedication ceremony was held on 12 November 1922 and it was unveiled by Sir Archibald Weigall who was Governor of South Australia 1920-1922 and also unveiled many war memorials there. The names of the fallen from the Second World War were added at a later date.

The memorial is sited in a triangular paved area surrounded by the original railings on a low wall with an ornate iron entrance gate located at one corner. Three new gates were added in 1996.

In 2009 16 names were added to the war memorial on new granite blocks with the help of grant aid from War Memorials Trust. The aftermath of the First World War saw the biggest single wave of public commemoration ever with tens of thousands of memorials erected across England, both as a result of the huge impact the loss of three quarters of a million British lives had on communities and the official policy of not repatriating the dead, which meant that the memorials provided the main focus of the grief felt at this great loss.

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Earcare this Winter

With winter well and truly arrived, it’s time for everyone to take precautions to keep themselves healthy during the chilly season. But it turns out that wrapping up warm isn’t just helpful for people looking to not catch a cold, it can also help keep your hearing on form.

Rough weather, particularly cold conditions, can present challenges for exposed body parts, particularly the ears. Ears cool down very quickly because they have no protective fat tissue. The nerves in the ear canal run unprotected under the skin and may react with a strong pain impulse to changing temperatures.

In addition, the risk of infection in the ears increases in cold conditions because less blood is circulated. Cold and wind can irritate the ear canal, which often causes pain, while water in the ears can cause inflammation. Also, a cold head may cause cramped muscles in the neck region, which can lead to ear problems like tinnitus.

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• Do keep your ears warm by wearing a hat, headband, earmuffs or a good ski helmet.

• Don’t put cotton wool in your ears to protect them from the wind. This actually can cause inflammation in the ear canal.

• Do dry your ear canal as well as possible after showering, swimming or using a sauna. With care, you may be able to do this with a hair dryer.

• Don’t neglect an ear infection. See your physician or an ENT specialist. Left untreated, an infection can get worse and cause serious damage.

• Do stick to a healthy diet and do plenty of exercise to stimulate blood circulation to your ears.

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Home security and technology Home security and technology are increasingly linked. Using tech to secure your home is more common. Here, we present a number of tips to keep your home safe, including some specific tips relating to the winter period now that it is upon us: • Lock away your snow shovel. Although useful for clearing pathways during difficult periods, snow shovels are perfect tools for burglars to gain entry.

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• Lock doors and windows. Regardless of how long you will be away from your property, it is important to keep your doors and windows locked.

Most homes are fitted with UPVC windows which must be double locked. Ultimately, when you’re away from your home for long periods of time, remember to lock your deadbolt.

• Have a burglar alarm fitted. Burglars will not even attempt to break into a property which has a visual burglar alarm outside. Although an alarm can be an expensive investment, it can be invaluable for protecting your home and deterring burglars.

• Hide keys. Some burglars attempt to fish keys through a letterbox which have been left on a hall side table for example. Don’t give burglars the opportunity and make sure keys are hidden from view.

• Keep your home well lit. During the winter months, daylight hours are inevitably reduced, presenting opportunities for burglars. Remember to keep your home well lit using motion activated outdoor security lights and indoor timers. If you want to go the extra mile, you could even invest in a home automation system where your lights can be controlled from your mobile device.

• Limit social media activity. Although social media is a useful way to share life events, it can also be

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an ideal platform for burglars to find opportunities to break into properties. Ensure not to upload photos of your property until you are home. This is just the start of the considerations for home security and technology.

• Make your home look lived in (even if you’re away.) If you are away from home for certain periods of time, it can be useful to ask a neighbour to complete certain tasks such as clearing your driveway of snow or collecting overflowing mail.

Such activity deceives burglars into thinking someone is home. Therefore, reducing the threat of burglary to your property.

• Maintain border fences. Badly maintained or rotting fences provide perfect access to your property by burglars. To prevent this happening, keep your fences well maintained by repairing or replacing them when necessary. Subsequently, it is also important to keep side gates locked.

• Lock away valuable objects. Valuable objects such as bikes are a quick gain for thieves as they are easy to steal and provide the added advantage of providing a quick getaway. Ensure such items are locked up with a high-quality lock.

• Make items traceable. For high value items, it is worth marking them using a special type of pen.

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• Be mindful of where to store high value items.

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Modern methods of securing your home There are a number of modern techniques now available. Home security and technology work well together, so here are some great ideas – • Smart door locks. Smart door locks allow you to secure your home without a key. They pose a range of benefits over traditional key entry locks, including the ability to control the lock via an app, eliminating keys and being battery powered, meaning no wiring needed.

• Smart home alarms. A smart home alarm is similar in some ways to a traditional alarm, except it allows you to control it via an app. They pose a range of benefits over traditional systems. These include being easy to fit and easy to control via an app (amongst other things) • CCTV kits. For an advanced solution to keeping your home safe, you may consider investing in a CCTV kit. CCTV is useful in monitoring activity in and around your home, and modern kits allow you to remotely view footage.

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ABC advice on winter driving As temperatures start to get lower and the nights draw in, it means one thing is certain: winter is only around the corner.

Unfortunately, as with much of the UK, there are car accidents on Lincolnshire’s roads every time there’s a cold snap – so anything you can do to help avoid any heartbreak has to be a good thing. The most important message is to err on the side of caution and not get behind the wheel if it’s snowing or a flurry is forecast.

In a rural county such as Lincolnshire, you can find yourself in remote areas, and for that reason it’s always best to be prepared. Listen to forecasts, and make sure your vehicle is properly maintained and kitted out. If you get caught in bad weather the most critical thing is to slow right down and keep your distance, taking into account it will take you much longer to stop in an emergency.

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With that in mind, it’s time for motorists to start thinking about the ‘ABC’ of winter driving.

Avoid driving in snow and other perilous conditions. Never set off when it’s snowing or forecast to, and avoid driving if you possibly can in other bad conditions like fog, heavy rain and ice. Consider alternatives such as walking or using public transport if available. Speak to your employer about working from home when weather is very bad, especially if you live in a rural area prone to snow or floods.

Be prepared. Make sure your car is well maintained, and tyres have a tread depth of at least 3mm. Check forecasts and plan your route to avoid roads likely to be more risky and allow plenty of

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The Japanese motor-maker reckons the Camry’s petrolelectric powertrain and attractive styling make it the ‘right vehicle at the right time’ to return to these shores.

Is it? Well, the Camry is costly - but look a little closer, and the £29,995 price-tag on the basic model seems less of an issue when you realise how inexpensive it will be to run. Depending on the way you drive and where your drive, the Toyota’s ability to manage short distances on electricity only could save you

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It’s stress-free to drive, with agreeable visibility and light steering. Whisk things up, and there’s enough pull from the Camry’s 218ps that you seldom need to go full throttle.

Regrettably, it’s common for hybrids to disappoint when it comes to refinement at motorway speeds. The subdued powerplant in the Toyota means your ears become sensitive to other noises. Tyre roar begins to become irksome, as does the persistent wind whistle. But it still doesn’t make the Camry bad company at 70mph - you just need to turn the music up more.

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The Toyota’s Achilles’ heel, however, is its infotainment system. It is uncooperative, and the glass touchscreen on the dashboard is maddeningly insensitive when you touch it. The automaker says it will fit Android Auto and Apple CarPlay soon, but it won’t be obtainable at launch.

If you can ignore the Camry’s convoluted fascia, you won’t be let down by the factoryfitted equipment. There’s lots of it - and only two trims to go for. The ‘Design’ version retails for £29,995, and the top ‘Excel’ model will reduce your bank account by another £1,300.

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What’s On v Monday

9.30am Teddies Tunes, Kirton Town Hall, Station Road, Kirton. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 9.30am, 10.30am, 4.15pm and 7.30pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old School, St Marys Church,Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Yoga & Yoga Nidraat Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston.

Reserve your space, Call Jayne07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am - 11.00am, Tai Chi, St Thomas Church Hall, London Road, T: 07789 893853 W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Conservative Club, 16 Main Ridge Boston.

T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.15am Music Bugs, Blackfriars Theatre, Boston, T: 0844 5781015, E: sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 1.30pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Kirton Town Hall Station Rd Kirton.T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:45pm-4:30pm Short Mat Bowls Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: S Maddy 01205 365250 2-4pm Monday and Tuesday, Art with Paul, classic, modern all styles welcome every to book call 01205 837172 2pm to 3pm Gentle Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 5.00pm - 9.00pm: Children and Teen Ballet Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 6.00pm – 6.45pm Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Children’s beginners class. 3 Merlin Terrace, Marsh Lane, Boston, PE21 7SB. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on mobile: 07710444662 or email: kuksoolwonboston@gmail.com 7.00pm - 7.45pm Ladies Belly Dance, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325.

W: www. ajdance.com 7.30pm Badminton, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: 01205 367167 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training and agility, Leverton. T: Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm – 8.45pm - Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Adult class, Boston High School, Spilsby Road, Boston, PE21 9PF. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on 07710 444662 8.00pm - 8.45pm Zumba, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3 per session.

T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.45pm - 9.30pm BurleX Fitness AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3.50 per session. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Tuesday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Danny Flear Community Centre, Frieston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 10.00am – 11.00am Tai Chi, Conservative Club, Main Ridge West, T:07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am – 12.00pm, Tuesday Club, for art, painting, cookery etc, Unitarian Church, Spayne Road, Boston, (near the Gliderdrome), T: 07857625792, E: rogers1emma@sky.com 10.00am – 4.00pm, Country Roads

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Quilters, Sibsey Village hall, T: 01205 750562 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Boston Stump (Cotton Chapel) T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Princess Royal Sports Arena, Great Fen Road.

Boston T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30- 12 noon Boston Parkinsons Café, third Tuesday of every month, St Barnabas day Hospice, Green Lane, Boston PE21 9ND. Contact 01205 366036 or 01205 760129 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 10.30 - 11.30 & 11.30 - 12.30 Tuesday & Thursday Twistercise 60’s & 70’s dance workout at Boston Body Hub Unit 2 20 Wide Bargate near the park entrance come and sing and dance yourself fit, to book call Debbie on 01205 837172.

12.30pm - 3.00pm and 7.00pm Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 2.00pm – 4.00pm Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 4.45pm - 7.45pm: Children and Teen Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance.com 6pm to 7pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.00pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.30pm Salsa Class –£5, Conservative Club Boston, all levels catered for, T: Emma 01205 351680 7.45pm - 8.30pm: Adult Tap Dancing Class T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance. com

v Wednesday

Boot Camp Work Wednesday and Saturday out at Boston Body Hub. Call Debbie on 01205 837172 Market Day – Louth and Boston 9.30am - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Mum & Baby Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099. jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am -2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt. Boston, W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: 01205 280276 10.00am – 11.00am - Pilates, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 354509 or 07702 520684 10.00am-12.30pm - Crafts With a Cuppa - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10:30am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - Zion Methodist Church Brothertoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30am - Ladies Salsa Class - Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 Free Live Music with Pete Wray - Every other Wednesday, Drill Hall, Lincoln T: 01522 873834 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil

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Clubs, Groups & Classes and Pastel Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 11am-12 Wednesday and Sundays 10.30am-11.30am & 11.30am12.30am. Mandala mindful yoga in a relaxing and restful centre, reduce stress and relax. call 01205 837172 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Shodfriar’s Hall (above the Café).

1.30pm-3pm – Crafty Lot! – craft sessions for everyone. First 3 Wednesday each month, Boston body Hub. 07568387809 1.30pm -3pm – Boston Fibromyalgia Group – craft sessions, last Wednesday of every month, Boston Body Hub 07568387809 1.30pm -3.30pm Short Health Walk - The Evergeens, School Lane Butterwick: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 2-4pm Wednesday, Craft club, papier Mache, dough dolls, knitting and much more call 01205 837172 2.00pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk, Mayfields Broadfield Lane Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01025 354320 2.00pm – 4.00pm Blackfriars WI afternoon meeting. 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Len Medlock Centre Boston.

T: 01205 368549 5.00pm - 9.15 pm: Teen and Adult Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 7.00pm-9.00pm Boston Art Group, Centenary Church Hall.

7.00pm to 9.00pm. Martial Art/Self Defence Class at Haven Academy, Marian Rd Boston. First class is FREE. T: Stuart Lawson 07792 937930 E: stuartlawson@tiscali.co.uk W: www.issogaitaijutsu.yolasite.com 7.00pm - 9.00pm Knitting & Crochet Class for all levels. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 for details. Every last Wednesday in the month 7.15pm to 8.30pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.15 - 9.30pm Womens Institute, We meet on the second Wednesday of the month between 7.15 and 9.30pm at Sibsey Northlands Hall, T: 01205 750562 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training, Eastville.

T: Nicki 01205 480869 8.00pm - 11.00pm - Social Club for Divorced, Separated and Widowed – Queen of Spades, Wellington Road, Boston, T: 07842 543499

v Thursday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes - Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 9.30am - 11.30am, Drop-In for Coffee and Chat, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston T: 01205 369731, W: www.zionmethodistchurch-boston.co.uk 10.00am to 11am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10am -12pm Boston writers group, every fortnight. White Hart Hotel, Glass Room, Mr Dolby – 01205 360686 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk, Swineshead Church Hall, Market Place, Swineshead, T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am-12.30am - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10.30am–12.30pm Art Classes, Ceramics, Oil and Pastel 1pm-4pm and 7pm- 9pm. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558

12.00pm - 3.00pm Knitting & Craft Club. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

T: Joyce 01205 280276 1:00 - 2:00pm, Tai Chi, Boston Body Control Studio, The Old School, Saint Mary’s Church, Horncastle Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 1.00pm – 3.00pm Boston Art Group, Wings Meadow, Frieston Rd. Boston 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk St Thomas Church Hall London Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Caring Companions Boston and District, POP-IN, Pensioners Hall behind Marks and Spencer, T: Jenny 01205 280717 or Alan 01205 871465 6.15pm Line Dancing – Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 6.30pm – 7.30pm Weight Watchers, Community Church Hall, Fishtoft 6.30pm – 8.30pm - Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 6.45pm to 8.15pm Yoga & Yoga Nidra at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7pm - 8pm Track Running, PRSA, Boston Triathlon Club, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.00 - 8.30pm, Tai Chi, Boston Grammar School, Rowley Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 7.00pm to 9.00pm SOLO Classical Guitar Ensemble, (twice monthly), New Life Centre, 25 Mareham Lane, Sleaford, NG34 7JP 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm – 10.00pm Amber Hill W.I. 2nd Thursday of every month. Held at “The Loft” Hubberts Bridge Community Centre.

T: Cindy 01205 367890 7.15pm - Fitness Fusion Class – Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.30 - 8.15 pm: BurleX Fitness, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.15 - 9.00 pm: Zumba, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Friday

Market Day – Louth, Alford and Sleaford 9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 10.00am - 2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt, Boston www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk, T: 01205 280276 10.00am-1.00pm - New Horizons – for people with mental health problems.

Methodist Church, St Leonards Drive, Chapel St Leonards. T: 07901 611256 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk - Boston Sports and Social Club Fishtoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1pm -3pm Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Job club New Life Community Church in Kirton (Main Road A16 - PE20 1QJ) Tel Carol Lidgett on 07704695870 1.15pm Tiny Toes (18m-3yrs) Wyberton Parish Hall 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane Old Leake T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1.30pm – 3.30pm - Line-dancing, The Ridlington Rooms 4.30pm - 9.00pm: Belly Dancing and Musical Theatre Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www.ajdance.com 6.00pm Pilates, The Old School, Boston Control Studio, The Old School, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU. T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.00pm – 8.30pm Belly Dance Classes,

Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.00pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Mordern Jive, Cha Cha, Merengue. Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners.

T: 07737064128 7.00pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre, T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.15pm Dance Party – Every last Friday of the month, 7pm beginners Salsa Lesson, Advanced Salsa lesson. 8.30pm party starts, non-dancers welcome, Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. T: 07737 064128 7:30pm - 8:30pm Boston Triathlon Club, Swimming Saturday Prsa 9:am - 10:30am Adult and Junior Cycling & Running, Geoff Moulder, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.30pm – 10.00pm, Wrangle Youth Club, Wrangle Youth Centre (PE22 9DL).

T: Jayne 07751 051862 or Jason 07943 512636 7.30pm, Bingo, Sutterton Village Hall, Park Avenue, Sutterton.

T: 01205 460459

v Saturday

Wills Roller disco at Peter Paine Performance Centre. Now open every Saturday, times vary please look at our Facebook page or Call 07501128832 9.00am - 5.30pm: Children’s Dance Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www. ajdance.com Wedding First Dance Classes - Times to be arranged. Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

T: 07737064128 10.00am – 11.00am Footie Tots, 18 months to 5 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am – 11.30am Soccer Club, 5 to 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am - 4.00pm Felting. Felting demonstrations & workshops. Antons Gowt, Boston. W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk.

T: 01205 280276.

Every first Saturday in the month.

10.30am to 11.30am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.30am – 11.30am Go-Ride Cycling for 4 - 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, T: 07507 291912, W: www.bostonwheelerscc.org.uk/ goride.htm 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Shodfriar’s Hall (above the Café).

6.30pm – 11.30pm Line Dancing, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 366810 7.30pm till late Dance Party - Every third Saturday of the month. The Witham Tavern, Boston. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome, dancers and non-dancers.

Food available. T: 07737 064128

v Sunday

Fitness Shred Class – Mixture of training level 1, Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 2.00pm Sarber Dog Training, Antons Gowt. T: Nicki 01205 480869 6pm Sunday Sound Bathing & relaxation every month at Boston Body Hub call Debbie on 01205 837172 6.30pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Rueda. Upstairs at the White Hart Hotel. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737 064128 2pm Country Music Concert – once a month, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane, Please call for dates.

Tel 01205 870 983 or 01205 363757

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