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Why are you spending so much time on other peoples' lives, Aries? Surely if you put half as much time and energy into your own, you would be able to control your love life! Offers of trips away give you reason to smile. You are realising a certain person has fallen for your charms. You're not letting them know how you feel though - not until they've spoken first.

Three Taken to Hospital

AN elderly man is in hospital in a serious condition after a car accident. The 87-year-old had been involved in a three-car smash with a black Honda Jazz, a red Vauxhall Astra and a red Ford Fiesta.

Duo's Arrest Over Racially Abusive Mail

A MAN and woman have been arrested in connection with sending racially abusive mail to people across the UK, including Lincolnshire. Hampshire Police arrested a 70-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man in Fareham. Both were released on bail until January.

It Takes Some Bottle to Stash This Much Trash ; Council Clean-Up Secret Rubbish Hoard Hidden High in House Attic

A MASS clear-out has taken place after hundreds of empty cider bottles were dumped at a proper ty. Shocked onlookers gathered at a council house in Browning Drive in Lincoln as the empty bottles were thrown out on to the grass by cleaners.

Pledge to the Armed Forces

PROSPECTIVE Tory candidate for Lincoln Karl McCartney has pledged to do his bit for the British Armed Forces. He met with the Royal British Legion at the Conservative Party Conference and was presented with a copy of the legion's manifesto.

Did You See Crash?

A STOLEN car was discovered after it slammed into a bollard. Police were called to the accident in Croft Lane, Cherry Willingham, at 2.20pm on Wednesday, after a black Ford Focus was seen hitting the bollard.

Guarantees Sought Over Wembley Base ; Olympic Games

BRITISH Olympic chief Lord Moynihan has warned that badminton and rhythmic gymnastics will demand guarantees over Olympic lanes if they are to be persuaded to be based at Wembley Arena for London 2012. The Olympic Board yesterday agreed a proposal to base the two sports at Wembley rather than build a temporary venue at north Greenwich, but only if they can get the approval from the sports' international federations.

Far, Far Away From a Galaxy... ; Beckham Poised to Seal Milan Return Football

AC MILAN vice-president Adriano Galliani claims David Beckham's return to the San Siro is "more or less a done deal". It has long been expected that the Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder would return to Milan to keep his fitness levels up and remain in Fabio Capello's England squad for the World Cup.

Rhythm: An Arts Organisation Is [...]

RHYTHM: An arts organisation is staging African drumming workshops for the community. ArtsNK, which is run by North Kesteven District Council, will hold the workshops in North Hykeham.

Extended United Stay Would Be Just the Job for Jamie

Boston United v Chorley WING wizard Jamie Yates says he would love to extend his loan spell at Boston United as he nears the end of a successful first month with the club. Since the 20-year-old's arrival the Pilgrims have won three out of four league games, scoring six goals in the process, and have moved up to fifth in the UniBond League Premier Division.

Geeson: U's Cup Clash Is Whites' Biggest for a Decade ; Chairman Reveals Delight in United's Facup Progress

LINCOLN UNITED chairman Chris Geeson says the Whites' mouth- watering FA Cup fourth round qualifying clash against Cambridge United at Ashby Avenue next Sunday is arguably their biggest game for more than a decade. United entertain the Blue Square Premier side in a money- spinning encounter, after overcoming Frickley Athletic on penalties, 3-1, in a dramatic third round qualifying replay on Tuesday night.

Rasen Refuse to Take Lightly the Challenge of Sleaford

Market Rasen & Louth v Sleaford SIMON GREEN has no intention of sending out an under-strength side for tomorrow's clash between Market Rasen & Louth and Sleaford. An outstanding start to the season has seen the Willingham Road- based outfit climb to second in Midlands Two East (North), only kept off top spot - currently occupied by Coalville - on points difference.

Poor Weights at Crowland

Angling IMP AC Members of the Imp AC visited the river Welland around Crowland Bridge at the weekend and to say the fishing was poor would be an understatement. Joint first on the day with a meagre weight of 15 1/2oz was Glen Walker and Dusty Rhodes.

Meanwell Is Ready to State His Case ; Second Xv Winger Plays for Red & Greens' Firsts

LINCOLN captain Jim Calveley hopes prolific winger Matt Meanwell will make a positive impact in the first team's clash at home to Bakewell Mannerians in Midlands Two East (North) tomorrow. The former Sleaford player has been in try-scoring form for the second team this season as they have made their way to the top of Nottinghamshire Pennant League Group Two.

Awards for Tourism

TOURISM businesses in Lincolnshire are among the best in the region following a string of awards. Seven county businesses picked up two gold medals, three silver and two bronze during the East Midlands Tourism Enjoy England Excellence Awards earlier this month.

Pupils' Extra Skills

SPECIALIST schools in Lincolnshire have come together to offer an opportunity to youngsters with additional needs. Seven schools in the county have joined up with Linkage College to deliver work skills week.

Taking Steps to Get Fitter

THE Lincoln MP has launched a nationwide campaign to get more people active by dancing. Public Health Minister Ms Merron hopes to get 100,000 people into dance through a scheme championed by the Department of Health that was officially launched yesterday.

Trust Service Standards Drop to 'Fair'

SERVICE standards at United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust have dropped in the past year, new figures can reveal. The trust went from a rating of "good" for its management of quality of services, to the grade below of "fair" in the rankings released by NHS regulator the Quality Care Commission.

Derelict Building Gutted After Deliberate Blaze ; Vandals Condemned for Creating Eyesore with Reckless Actions

A DERELICT building on a Lincoln estate has been gutted in an arson attack. The roof of the former children's centre in Swift Gardens, St Giles, has been completely destroyed following the blaze, which was started in the early hours of yesterday.

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