Young people to take exciting projects forward in Mablethorpe

A YOUTH Forum has been launched in Mablethorpe as part of East Lindsey District Council’s Neighbourhood Management Project.  The Forum had its first meeting at the end of January, giving young people in the town a chance to let the local community know how they would like to see the town improve.

Jamie Ward and Shaun Lee, both from Mablethorpe, were nominated by the Forum to be the young people’s representative on the Neighbourhood Management Board, which is made up of local residents.

From this meeting four steering groups of young people put together projects to shape the future of Mablethorpe, Trusthorpe and Sutton on Sea.  The young people put their proposals to a panel of judges.  The Groups had the opportunity to gain £1,000 from the County Council and District Council to take their projects forward.

Graffiti Project
The young people will revamp the seating area along the sea front by using professional graffiti art to create a vibrant and pleasing environment for people to enjoy and feel proud of, which will benefit old and young people, holiday makers and make it somewhere pleasant for people to sit and enjoy the landscape.  All young people can be involved in this project and anyone aged 11 to 25 years can take part in gaining a national qualification using the arts award.  Rob Manning who is the owner of the funfair has agreed to put new lighting in the seating area making it a better place for all.  The young people can also gain an Arts Award accreditation.  If anyone is interested please contact Helen Duffy (Youth Arts Co-ordinator for East Lindsey) on 07825521720 or email helen.duffy@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Gigs Project
The young people will hold Gig Nights for young people.  The first one will be taking place at Tennyson High School on Saturday, April 12, for 11-19 years with parents and siblings welcome.  If any young people want t get involved in the planning then please contact Garry Humphreys or Karen Cartwright on 01507 472613 or email karen.cartwright@lincolnshire.gov.uk

The projects supported by the judges were the graffiti and gigs project, which were awarded £500 each.  Youth Development Worker, Paddy Prince, who was one of the judges, said: “The Panel felt that the other projects were very much needed and well presented by the young people that we should help to enable them to carry out these projects”.

The two projects to be supported area:
The activities that will take place will strengthen young people’s relationships living on the coast.  If anyone would like to get involved please contact Karen Cartwright on 472613 or email karen.cartwright@e-lindsey.gov.uk

The next youth forum is on Saturday, March 29, 11am to 1pm, in the Community Room, Mablethorpe CAP and Library, Stanley Avenue, Mablethorpe.  If anyone wants any further information please contact Debbie Prince on 01507 329567, mobile: 07825 097644 or email debbie.prince@e-lindsey.gov.uk.  It would be nice to have more young people’s input, so please feel welcome to drop in and join us.

Go behind the scenes with an accommodation assessor

Go Behind the Scenes with an Accommodation Assesor

Skegness Accommodation

Abandoned Puppy Dogs Need Homes

How could anyone do this?  These three cross breed puppies were found dumped in a cardboard box under a hedge in Addlethorpe.

East Lindsey District Council’s Dog Warden, Sue Garland, pictured holding the puppies, is appealing for information on those irresponsible people who did this. Information can be given to the RSPCA in confidence on 0300 1234 999.

All three puppies are now looking for new homes.  If you think you can offer a good home, contact Alan and Lynn at the RSPCA’s Local Branch on 01472 388158.

Fire Alert Masonic Hall Skegness

Skegness Fire Crew were called to an incident at the Masonic Hall on Rutland Road around 2.30 this afternoon.

A pan had caught fire, causing black smoke in the Victorian building and setting off the fire alarm. The incident is not serious with no damage to the building being reported.

The Masonic Hall was built in the late 1900s and was formerly the Essendon School and Pembroke House School.

New Jolly Fisherman for Skegness

The new look Jolly Fisherman is revealled today as part of the 100 years celebrations in Skegness.

The new look Jolly Fisherman visited Skegness Infants School who is also celebrating its 100th birthday.

And here he is:

Photos of the New Jolly Fisherman, Skegness Infant School and Skegness Silver Band 100the Birthday Celebrations

Video of the Jolly Fisherman 100th birthday party

Video Jolly Fisherman 100th Birthday Skegness Infants School

Jolly Fisherman Trail 100th Birthday Celebrations

Jolly Fisherman Steam Train 100th Birthday Video

Jolly Fisherman Model Hildreds Shopping Centre

Skegness Jolly Fisherman 100 Years Old Celebrations

Skegness Infant School joins in Jolly’s birthday celebrations
THE Jolly Fisherman will visit Skegness Infant School on February 27, 2008, to unveil his fresh new look, which has been put together as part of his birthday celebrations.

Students at the school will be the first to see the new look Jolly, when he visits to wish them a happy 100th birthday. The school opened back in 1908 around the same time that the Jolly Fisherman was introduced as the Skegness resort mascot. Since then the Jolly Fisherman poster and image of him dancing along the resort’s golden sands has become the best-known holiday advertisement ever drawn.

At the event, students from the school will give a special assembly for Jolly, singing him a happy birthday and giving him birthday cards. The school will also present the Jolly Fisherman with a 100th birthday plaque that will be installed in Compass Gardens.

On behalf of local organisations, Skegness Civic Society will present the school with a limited edition Jolly Fisherman mirror.

The Mayor of Skegness, Councillor Ken Milner, will explain to students the history of Jolly and why he is still so important to Skegness.

At 12noon, following the special assembly, Jolly, accompanied by the Mayor, will visit the Hildreds Centre in Skegness to meet holidaymakers and residents.

Photos of the New Jolly Fisherman, Skegness Infant School and Skegness Silver Band 100th Birthday Celebrations

Newsflash! The Gallery - New Name for VBar Pub

The former Skegness VBar Pub has been renamed ‘The Gallery’ Public House, after being taken over by the Bola Family who own the Parade Complex in Skegness.

A Nottingham signwriting firm began work on the new pub sign this morning and by mid-morning the new name was revealed.

Though the interior design of the new pub is basically the same as theVBar, a few changes have been made, including the removal of the stage curtains and the DJ’s box being moved onto the stage.

Rotary Club Charity Ladies Night & Golf Night

Ladies Night

The Skegness Rotary Club will be holding a Ladies Night at The Royal Hotel, 29th February, starting at 7-30pm.

Tickets are £10 and available from any Rotarian or The Royal Hotel.  There will be cookery, hair and beauty and flower arranging demonstrations, wine tasting and a raffle.  A light buffet and a glass of fizz will be provided.

The event has been arranged by the Rotary Club, with the proceeds going to Cancer Research UK.

Charity Golf Night 

A Charity Target Golf Night is being held tomorrow night, Wed 13 Feb, at The Elms Driving Range, Wainfleet.  Starting at 6-30pm.

Each team of 4 players has paid £20 a team with the proceeds going to Rotary Charities.  They are required to score points by hitting 320(!) golf balls at various scoring targets.  There will be a raffle during the evening and a presentation at approx 9-45pm in the Clubhouse.