Arson attack destroys Lincoln's 'Warm Rail' homeless project
Police poised to take hare coursers down
'Prank orders' damage takeaways in North East Lincolnshire
Wressle oil drill government appeal refused
Dog owners warned over 'toxic' fish washed-up on beaches
Live updates on Friday 5 January 2018
Lucy Parry
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
It's the last day to have your say, external on the overnight streetlights switch-off in Lincolnshire.
In the past two years, about 42,000 lights have been turned off between 00:00-06:00 to save money.
The County Council says the feedback will form part of its formal review into the impact of the scheme.
This is something to warm your heart...a care home in Lincoln gets weekly visits from young children.
Lincoln care home residents get weekly visits from young children.
Children from the Portland Kindergarten began visiting the residents of Eccleshare Court Care Home last year.
Staff at the home says it's making a difference to both generations:
Quote MessageWhat's really interesting is seeing the residents you know on a daily basis do something completely out of character because of the children."
Sharon Kinsella-Pullen, Activity champion at Eccleshare Court
Hope Bolger
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
We've had our first sight of spring at Gunby Hall.
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I wish it felt more like it!
David McKenna
Reporter, BBC News Online
Lincolnshire police say they are poised to seize dogs and vehicles if a hare coursing competition goes ahead in Lincolnshire today.
Image source, Getty ImagesThe county has been identified as a potential site for the so-called Fir Cup.
Lincolnshire is popular with hare coursers due to its large areas of flat open farmland.
Fir Cup winners can earn thousands of pounds.
Ch Supt Mark Housley says hare coursers are "not welcome in Lincolnshire":
Quote MessageHare coursing is a cruel sport committed by people with little respect for the animals you hunt, the dogs you use and the people you abuse and threaten."
Ch Supt Mark Housley
Abbie Dewhurst
Weather Presenter, BBC Look North
Outbreaks of rain are expected to continue through the morning for many.
By the afternoon, it's likely to get drier with a few sunny intervals.
Here's my full forecast:
Hope Bolger
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
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The Fir Cup is said to be worth tens of thousands of pounds to the winning dog owner.
Read MoreHope Bolger
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
Well that's it from me today but breaking news updates will be posted during the evening.
I'll be back tomorrow with all the latest news, sport, weather and travel from across the county as it happens.
For now though, I'll leave you with five things we've learned today:
Have a good evening.
Hope Bolger
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
Stephen Keith Pickering is wanted by Lincolnshire Police on a court warrant for driving offences.
Image source, Lincolnshire PoliceThe 42-year-old has links to Boston and Spalding.
If you know where he is please contact the police.
Hope Bolger
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
The opening date has been announced for Lincoln's new bus station.
All being well it will open its doors on Sunday 28 January.
Image source, Lincoln BigIt forms part of the City of Lincoln Council's £30m Transport Hub which includings a 1,000-space car park and improvements to the railway station's forecourt.
The new facility includes 14 bus bays that will see approximately 650 departures each weekday.
It will also include a concourse with seating, public toilets and the city's first Changing Places toilet, external with changing bench, shower and X/Y hoist.
This from Humberside Fire and Rescue.
The Humber Bridge is closed southbound after an accident.
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Lizzie Musham
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed twice on Christmas Eve.
The assault took place outside Iceland and Poundland on Lincoln High Street at around 02:00.
The victim has been treated at Lincoln County Hospital for his injuries, which are not life-threatening.
The only description of the offender was that they were wearing a white puffa-style jacket.
Extra patrols are taking place in the area and officers are monitoring CCTV.
If you have any information about the incident you are being asked to contact the police.
Scott Dalton
Presenter, BBC Radio Lincolnshire
Legal Services Lincolnshire is looking for new volunteers to sit on the school appeals panel.
The panel settles disputes when children don't get their first choice of school.
You don't need any previous experience, you just need to be prepared to give your time and listen.
Sound like something you're interested in? Just drop them an email, external!
Martin Slack
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
The bridge over the River Witham on Dixon Street in Lincoln will be closed for refurbishment this summer, external.
Work will begin on the bridge, between Dixon Way and Witham Court, on Monday 23 July and its expected to take 12 weeks to complete.
It will include replacement of the concrete on the underside of the structure, renewal of the waterproofing, resurfacing of the carriageway and an upgrade to the pedestrian crossing next to the bridge.
The bridge will be closed for the duration of the work which is being done during the summer holidays when the traffic is much lighter.
Quote MessageThe bridge is in poor condition and needs of a lot of work. By taking action now, we can stop it deteriorating further.
Andy Antcliff, Senior engineer
Do you recognise the men in this video? Police are wanting to identify the two men caught on camera stealing lead from a shop in Market Rasen.
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Lead's been stolen from above the shop door of the Spring Beauty Rooms in Market Place Walk on three separate occasions and officers believe these offences are linked.
The thefts took place on 10 November, 27 November and the footage above was captured on 5 December.
Anyone with information about the identity of the men in the film is being asked to contact police.
Lizzie Musham
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
A man who threw packages of drugs over the wall into Lincoln Prison has been jailed for two years.
Lincoln Crown Court heard how last month security cameras filmed 32-year-old Charles Smith, of Earlesfield Lane in Grantham, walking down the access road at the side of the prison and throwing two packages over the wall.
They contained cocaine, ecstasy and synthetic cannabis, with a value of up to nearly £3,000 if sold within the jail.
Smith's fingerprints were found on the packages and he was also identified from the CCTV security film.
He admitted two charges of conveying a banned article into prison and was sentenced to two years behind bars.
Hope Bolger
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
One place online where people can find out what local authority support is available to them is being created by Lincolnshire County Council.
Image source, Getty ImagesIt will cover a range of community and voluntary services in the county, which support residents, families and carers.
The library of information and services will be on the internet, but support will also be available over the phone to make it as accessible as possible, the council promises.
Councillor Patricia Bradwell, executive member for adult care and community wellbeing, says there are many different sources of information but there is "a lack of coordination and no single platform where this information is available".
Councillor Bradwell says that means it is "too confusing for people to access the services they need".
Quote MessageProviding an online information resource which can be accessed in a variety of ways is a big step forward. It will help people self-care more easily and complement some already excellent neighbourhood projects."
Patricia Bradwell, Lincolnshire County Council
Sharon Edwards
Political Reporter, BBC Radio Lincolnshire
Lincoln Labour MP Karen Lee has come under fire on social media after calling a constituent a "nasty little creep".
The pair got into an exchange on Twitter after the MP put out a New Year message:
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Some Twitter users have criticised the MP, while others have shown their support for her.
The BBC has contacted Ms Lee for a comment, but she has not yet responded to our calls.
It's getting drier as we head into the afternoon, with some bright spells developing.
However, the wind will become strong and gusty:
Lizzie Musham
BBC Local Live, Lincolnshire
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