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Daniel Jaines

Local Democracy Reporter

Daniel Jaines has been working as a journalist in Lincolnshire for over a decade. He joined Stonebow Media in 2018 as a Local Democracy Reporter, covering local authorities across Greater Lincolnshire for the BBC Local News Partnerships scheme.

December 20, 2023 7.00 pm This story is over 15 months old

A new solar farm is planned for North Kesteven. | Image: Mareham Lane Solar Limited

Plans for a new 50MW solar farm between Scredington and Silk Willoughby have been submitted to North Kesteven District Council.

Mareham Lane Solar Limited’s application proposes building the solar farm on land flanking Mareham Lane’s eastern and western sides, as detailed in their submission. The developers claim that the solar farm will generate approximately 49.99 MW of electricity, reportedly enough to power around 15,000 average UK households annually.

Read the full story on MyLocal Lincolnshire, the new home of The Lincolnite

December 20, 2023 5.00 pm This story is over 15 months old

Amanda Larkman has launched a petition against the plans for a puffin crossing. | Image: Daniel Jaines

The owner of a village store has launched a campaign to stop a “dangerous” puffin crossing being built outside her business, claiming it could “kill” her trade.

Amanda Larkin, owner of Sturton General Stores, has started a petition to halt the construction of a puffin crossing outside her business on Tillbridge Road (A1500). Lincolnshire County Council recently began a consultation on the plans, ending February 5.

Read the full story on MyLocal Lincolnshire, the new home of The Lincolnite

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