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A private dental practice in Spalding has come under fire from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for not providing safe and well-led care, but the owner and his team believe the latest inspection report is “unfair”.

Crescent Dental Practice, run by Dr Baber Khan, provides private treatment for adults and children.


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A man in his 60s has sadly died after being hit by a train between Spalding and Peterborough on Tuesday evening.

British Transport Police officers were called to the line near Spalding railway station at around 7.50pm on February 20 after reports of a casualty on the tracks.


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In a vibrant twist to tradition, Keith Ratcliff, fondly known as Mr Pink, is making headlines as the first male finalist in the race for the coveted title of Flower Queen at Spalding’s annual Flower Parade. We caught up with Keith to delve into his groundbreaking journey to the finals.

The Spalding Flower Parade, a spectacle of colour and community spirit, first blossomed in 1959, becoming a cherished annual event until its hiatus in 2013 due to financial constraints. Last year, under the stewardship of Stephen Timewell and his wife Sandra, alongside a dedicated team of volunteers, the parade bloomed once again, reinstating its place in the heart of the community.


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