Abbie Dewhurst
Weather Presenter, BBC Look North

One word for today's weather forecast: Scorchio!

We'll see a bright start and then we can expect a warm, dry and sunny day:

Seven narrow boats will tackle the open sea to use lesser-used waterways.

Officers are investigating reports of the possible abduction on Wednesday in Spalding.

League One Southend United sign Harry Lennon from Charlton and Sam Mantom from Scunthorpe for undisclosed fees.

League One Peterborough United sign Grimsby Town forward Siriki Dembele on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Our top stories from across Lincolnshire today include:

• Council staff overpaid by £1.7m
• Man given criminal behaviour order for begging in Lincoln
• £11bn worth of goods passes through North East Lincolnshire ports
• Coastal residents urged to sign up for flood alerts
• Special exhibition to celebrate Lincoln City

It will remain fine with sunshine this evening, giving way to some long clear spells overnight.

Turning fairly cool once again with just a gentle breeze:

Whether you were one of the 60,000 people at the 2018 Lincolnshire Show or not, here's a recap of the 134th show:

A senior government minister says businesses in North East Lincolnshire can have "the best of both worlds" after Brexit.

New government figures show almost £11bn worth of goods went through ports in North East Lincolnshire last year.

Some companies are worried that may be more difficult and expensive after the UK leaves the European Union.

But Treasury Minister Liz Truss, on a visit to the Port of Immingham today, says she believes growth will continue:

Police officers on the Lincolnshire coast say a dispersal order will be in place over the weekend in Mablethorpe town centre:

Aaron Bee was banned for an assault which followed a game between Lincoln and Cheltenham.

Lincolnshire County Council staff who've been overpaid in error may be told they can keep the money.

Salary overpayments totalling £1.7m were discovered at the council.

The mistakes happened after private contractor Serco took over payroll - and more than £1m has so far been recovered.

Where the overpayments are "relatively insignificant" staff will not be asked to give the money back.

Sebbie Barnes, from the county council, says Serco will pay for the mistake not the council.

The House of Fraser stores in Grimsby and Lincoln are to close, it's been confirmed.

Creditors have approved a rescue deal for the department store but the move means the company will press ahead and close 31 of its stores.

About 280 jobs will be lost over both sites, it's thought.

A 46-year-old man has been told he could face jail if he continues street begging in Lincoln.

Image source, Lincolnshire Police

Eamonn Walsh has been handed a criminal behaviour order lasting three years which bans him from asking for money within a designated zone.

It follows numerous charges of begging in Lincoln, particularly in the Bailgate area.

Evidence suggests that some beggars claiming to be homeless actually have a home and Lincolnshire Police say this is the case for Mr Walsh.

Sgt Jon Mellor, from the City Centre Street Policing Team, says the issue of people who are not homeless begging will not go away while well-meaning people continue give on the street.

Plans have been put forward for a hotel and restaurant in Sleaford.

The Local Democracy Reporting Service says the 21-bed hotel will be on Sleaford Enterprise Park.

The developer, Melbourne Holding Limited, said it would meet the needs of growing tourism and business in the area.

Six police officers who were assaulted last night in Grimsby while arresting and detaining a driver who failed to stop have been praised for their "bravery and skill".

Three officers were injured while in the process of arresting the man and a further three officers were assaulted while he was in custody.

They suffered bruises, scratches and shoulder, leg and hand injuries.

The suspect was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop, dangerous driving, failure to provide a roadside breath test and assaulting a police officer.

Ch Supt Darren Wildbore, from Humberside Police, said he wanted to commend the officers involved for their courage:

Grimsby Town sign striker Jordan Cook on a two-year contract following his release by Luton Town

About 80% of residents on the Lincolnshire coast who are at risk of flooding aren't signed up to receive warnings, the Environment Agency has warned.

Image source, Environment Agency

The free alerts provide vital information and aim to give enough time to prepare for flooding, but people aren't taking advantage of the service, the agency said.

Thousands of residents in homes and static caravans along the Lincolnshire coast haven't even registered with its scheme.

Local residents can sign up online, external, or by calling 0345 988 1188, the agency said.

A lecturer at the University of Lincoln is calling for an end to the so-called "fast fashion" culture.

Image source, PA

Fashion expert Victoria Bellandini says shoppers are putting the environment at risk by throwing out cheap clothes which are worn only a few times.

Her comments come as it's been announced MPs will investigate the rise of cheap, disposable clothes and their impact on the environment.

The "fast fashion" phenomenon - cheap clothing with a quick turnover which encourages people to keep buying - has come under fire over its environmental impact, including water pollution, the use of toxic chemicals and textile waste.

A special exhibition covering Lincoln City's last two years is opening at The Collection in the city.

Image source, The Collection museum

The Journey - a Celebration of Lincoln City FC 2016-18, external runs from Saturday 23 June until Sunday 22 July.

It charts the Imps' two historic seasons including the management of the Cowley brothers, the FA Cup run and winning the Checkatrade Trophy at Wembley.

Fans will also have the opportunity to see the trophy for the first two weeks of the exhibition.