Eleanor Maslin

Lincoln

Online Journalist at BBC

Online Journalist @bbcnews for Lincs & East Yorks. | Former Senior Reporter @lincslive

Articles

Lincoln family 'devastated' after two goats stolen from farm

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

Family 'devastated' after goats stolen from farmEmma JohnsonHand-reared Fred Goat (left) and Big Fred (right) were taken from a family farm in LincolnA family said it has been left "absolutely devastated" after two of its hand-reared goats were stolen. Emma Johnson, who lives at a farm in Dogdyke, Lincoln, said she noticed the goats, both called Fred, were gone on Thursday morning when it was "deadly silent".
'Dream come true' for Howden singer going to Glastonbury

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

'Dream come true' for singer going to GlastonburyFlower UpFiona-Lee used to spend her lunch breaks at school in the music room learning how to play guitarA singer-songwriter says it is a "dream come true" to be performing at Glastonbury. Fiona-Lee, 24, from Howden, East Yorkshire, has been chosen to play at one of the world's biggest music festivals on 26 June.
Trans supporters stage protest outside Hull Crown Court

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

Trans supporters stage protest outside city courtSubmittedThe group of trans supporters held signs outside Hull Crown Court on ThursdayProtestors gathered outside a court to show support for trans people following the Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman. Officers were called to Hull Crown Court at about 10:30 BST on Thursday following reports of a protest. An activist, who was part of the group, said 15 people - aged between 16 and 51 - were present.
Trans supporters stage protest outside city court

1 week ago | aol.com | Eleanor Maslin

Protestors gathered outside a court to show support for trans people following the Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman. Officers were called to Hull Crown Court at about 10:30 BST on Thursday following reports of a protest. An activist, who was part of the group, said 15 people - aged between 16 and 51 - were present. Humberside Police said the protest came to "a peaceful conclusion", adding one protestor was spoken to by officers after "concerns were raised by court security staff".
Marine expert explains jellyfish 'influx' on Lincolnshire coast

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

Why is Lincolnshire seeing so many jellyfish? Lianne HavellMoon jellyfish are among the types that have been spotted along the Lincolnshire coastA marine expert has explained why masses of jellyfish are washing up on Lincolnshire beaches. Sutton on Sea Beachcare, a litter-picking project, said there had been numerous sightings of blue, moon and compass jellyfish from Mablethorpe to Skegness in recent days.
North Hykeham teenager saves stepdad's life on Devon holiday

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

'I saved my stepdad's life on a water park ride'Eleanor Maslin/BBCEllie used her first training learnt as an air cadet to save her stepdad after he got severe concussionA teenager has been hailed a hero after she saved her stepdad's life when he hit his head at the bottom of a pool. Ellie, 15, from North Hykeham in Lincolnshire, used her air cadets first aid training when her stepdad was knocked unconscious at the bottom of a water slide.
Cameron and David Walsh died in car test drive crash near Grimsby

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

Father and son drowned during car test driveFamilyCameron Walsh, 16, and his dad Dave Walsh, 40, died from drowning after a road traffic collision on 6 JanuaryA teenage footballer and his father drowned in a canal after the car they were test driving hit a telegraph pole and "flew off the road" an inquest was told. Cameron Walsh, 16, and his father, David Walsh, 40, died on 6 January when a Mercedes GLC 300 went into Louth Canal close to Tetney Lock, near Grimsby.
Grimsby ice rink to undergo £150k refurbishment

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

Volunteers secure £150k upgrade for 'tired' ice rinkGrimsby Ice RinkThe 50-year-old ice rink will undergo a major refurbishment from the end of JulyA community group that saved a 50-year-old ice rink from closure has raised £150,000 to fund a major refurbishment. The revamp of the "tired" ice rink on Cromwell Road in Grimsby includes a full barrier replacement to keep it running for "years to come".
'Substantial delays' likely as M62 Ouse Bridge joint fails

1 week ago | bbc.com | Eleanor Maslin

'Substantial delays' likely as bridge joint failsNational HighwaysThe failed joint on the M62 Ouse BridgeDrivers should expect "substantial delays" on the M62 in East Yorkshire after inspectors found a newly fitted joint on the Ouse Bridge had failed, officials have said. National Highways said lanes one and two of the westbound carriageway, between junctions 37 and 36, are closed.
Armed Forces Day 2025: Everything you need to know

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Eleanor Maslin

Armed Forces Day will soon return to Cleethorpes to celebrate all those who play a part in the armed forces. The free event, organised by a group of volunteers, has been held since 2011 and attracts thousands of people. Along with a Red Arrows display, the event is best known for its parades across the seaside town. This year's event in Cleethorpes will be the national armed forces event. What is Armed Forces Day?