Newton is poles apart for winning memorial haul

Feeder was expected to dominate at Holbeach & District Angling Club’s John Ivatt Memorial match.
However, the Sharps Bridge site saw Chris Newton prevail with a 9lb 4oz haul of roach and skimmers from peg five, all on the pole.
Joint second were Jason Thrower and Roger Smith, both with with 6lb 12oz catches.
Mr Ivatt’s grandson Tom presented the trophy to the winner.

more >

Firm is fined £2,000 a day as road closure continues

20 Mar 2026

Man accused of fraud says he ‘worked rear end off’ when asked about affording home extension and four cars

19 Mar 2026

Sutton Bridge teen died after vehicle she was travelling in with four others entered river

19 Mar 2026

Blaze at Spalding town centre store

19 Mar 2026

Cultural group leaders have their say on Spalding’s ‘UK Town of Culture’

18 Mar 2026

Hundreds sign up on Holly’s Day

18 Mar 2026