Girl, 15, dies after collision with car

May 16, 2014, 12:11 am

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A 15-year-old girl has died after suffering serious head injuries in a road accident near Brigg. The girl, who has not been named by police, was on West Street, not far from Scawby Primary School, when she in collision with a blue Vauxhall Astra on Monday, May 12. She was airlifted to Leeds General Infirmary at around 4.45pm on Monday and kept in intensive care. Humberside Police have today issued a statement saying the girl died yesterday afternoon (Thursday). The driver of the car, a...

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May 14, 2014, 3:59 am

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North Lincolnshire Homes is seeking planning permission for environmental improvements to a Scunthorpe neighbourhood. The social landlord wants to provide three communal landscaped courtyards, undertake planting, carry out path resurfacing and install new boundary fencing including hedges. It is also planning to demolish six garages as part of the enhancement. The site includes Barnes Crescent, Lockwood Close and Tomlinson Avenue. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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May 16, 2014, 1:17 am

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Police have revealed that a man has been arrested after 17 horses were discovered in the back of a lorry stopped on the A18. Police officers noticed the "potentially suspicious" vehicle at the Forest Pines roundabout, Broughton. Investigations are being made into whether the horses are stolen. They are being cared for. The man, who is in his thirties, is helping police with their inquiries. Horse owners are asked to check their animals. If any are missing the owners should call 101, quoting...

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May 15, 2014, 10:36 pm

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A NEW mayor of North Lincolnshire has taken the chains of office.Councillor Trevor Foster will be the region's first citizen for the next 12 months, chairing council meetings and acting as an ambassador for the area.He takes over from Councillor Peter Clark, whose term of office officially finished on Tuesday (May 13).Mr Foster said he was looking forward to carrying out the mayoral role for the first time.He said: "I feel honoured and privileged to be declared mayor of North...

Fallen Hero fashion store in Scunthorpe goes into administration

May 16, 2014, 2:01 am

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FASHION retailer Fallen Hero's Scunthorpe store has gone into administration, the Scunthorpe Telegraph understands. The Cole Street store is currently running a 50 per cent off closing down sale, although further details on its future have not been made public. The company's Gainsborough store closed its doors last week. Fallen Hero was formerly based on Scunthorpe High Street but moved to its present location in the Parishes shopping centre as part of a £1 million investment in April...

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May 15, 2014, 10:54 pm

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MEMBERS at the Cole Street Club in Scunthorpe are weathering the storm after cutting back trading hours. The club, which has been fully-owned by Sam Smith's Brewery since 1998, closes Mondays and Wednesdays and trades on Sundays only from noon until 5pm. But brewery bosses are confident business will pick up next year when the nearby £12 million Humber University Technical College is opened. MORE FROM THE BAR FLY http://www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/BarFly

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May 15, 2014, 10:38 pm

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Veteran comic Jethro drew a big crowd to the Scunthorpe Baths Hall last night (Thursday, May 15). The master of mirth from the West Country entertained with a wide range of jokes old and new, and some amusing songs from his extensive repertoire. He even added some local flavour with reference to the Riddings and Westcliff neighbourhoods of Scunthorpe. For the benefit of the Scunny audience, Jethro also tossed in a few digs at the expense of Grimsby and Hull! Hopefully he'll be back! The Baths...

100 cars queue behind cyclist in A18 Mortal Ash Hill roadworks

May 15, 2014, 10:58 pm

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A cyclist in Scunthorpe held up 100 vehicles as he slowly pedalled his way up the coned-off A18 on Mortal Ash Hill. It is believed he left the Tata Steel works at the Anchor exit and then, perfectly legally, began the long haul up the hill - in the middle of the only available lane. Queues are also forming before other bike riders going up and down the hill, North Lincolnshire Council having reduced the carriageway to a single lane. Councillor Nigel Sherwood (Brigg & Wolds), the authority's...

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May 16, 2014, 3:22 am

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POLICE today said they were continuing to investigate the crash between a car and a bus in Scunthorpe town centre which left six people injured. The incident happened at the traffic lights at the junction of Station Road, Oswald Road and Church Lane at around 10.53am yesterday. Officers this morning confirmed six people were injured in the collision between the Stagecoach double-decker bus and the Lexus car. All six, including the driver of the car, were treated at Scunthorpe General Hospital ...

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May 16, 2014, 10:38 pm

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The following offender was dealt with at the Court Centre in Laneham Street, Scunthorpe, with North Lincolnshire magistrates hearing the matter and passing sentence: ADAM JOZWIK, 29, of Highfield Lane, Brigg, was found guilty of assault by beating and causing criminal damage. He was given a 12-month community order with a four-week curfew requirement and a 180-hour unpaid work requirement, ordered to pay compensation of a total of £180, a victim surcharge of £60 and costs of...

Ofsted grades Kirton Lindsey Primary School

May 16, 2014, 10:42 pm

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KIRTON Lindsey Primary School has been told it "requires improvement" by Ofsted.The school, on Cornwall Street, has failed to improve on its grade, having been told it "requires improvement" the last time Ofsted paid a visit.The grade, the second lowest of four, covers achievement of pupils, quality of teaching, behaviour and safety of pupils and leadership and management.Inspectors wrote that "pupils make the progress expected of them", but that not enough...

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May 16, 2014, 10:44 pm

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Two Scunthorpe United players are backing North Lincolnshire Council's campaign to recruit more foster carers. Marcus Williams said: "Congratulations and best wishes to everyone in the fostering team on their brilliant work. Well done." Dave Mirfin added: "It's an honour to be asked to support our local fostering team at this special time of year. They make such a difference in the lives of vulnerable children." Councillor Rob Waltham (Brigg & Wolds), cabinet member for...

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May 16, 2014, 10:48 pm

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A NEW town mayor has taken over in Barton – and he wants to introduce a new bandstand to Baysgarth Park.Councillor Jon Evison became the mayor in a ceremony where the chains were handed over from the outgoing first citizen, Janet Oxley.Mrs Oxley's mayoral appeal, which started in May last year, raised £4,639.19, and the Scunthorpe Macmillan Cancer Support received a cheque for £4,000. The Viking Resource Centre received the remaining money to support the younger children.Mrs...

Mega-hungry diner scoffs EIGHT bacon butties

May 15, 2014, 10:40 pm

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THE Wicked Bar in Scunthorpe High Street this week claimed a new gastronomic record for the town after a customer consumed eight bacon butties in one session. Proprietor Ian Charles said at 99p a butty, the galloping gourmet was well happy. A little detective work by Bar Fly has revealed Tom Whitelam as the customer concerned and we have also cooked up a picture of him in action. MORE ABOUT FAST FOOD.... www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/fastfood Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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May 16, 2014, 10:54 pm

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Plans have been approved to establish a car and caravan business on a prime site alongside the A18. North Lincolnshire Council has granted the necessary consent. Car & Caravan Co Brigg Ltd sought planning permission to change the use of land for a car sales pitch. The site, off Bridge Street, Brigg, was formerly used by a conservatory business but has been unused for some months. It is at the junction of Bridge Street and Engine Street and close to the Yarborough Hunt pub. The company has...

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Home & beauty business put on market

May 16, 2014, 10:50 pm

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A North Lincolnshire beauty business with growth potential has been put on the market. It occupies a prominent village location. There is a period double-bed house with gardens in what's described as a home/beauty business combination at 9-11 Normanby Road, Burton Stather, DN15 9EZ. The asking price is £229,000 (no chain) and it is on the market with Grice & Hunter, Scunthorpe. Call 01724 866261.

Fast food outlet's 24 advert signs seek approval

May 16, 2014, 10:46 pm

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An internationally renowned fast food outlet is seeking permission for 24 signs. Advertisement consent to display six fascia signs and 18 other signs is being sought from North Lincolnshire Council for KFC, Doncaster Road, Gunness. Marsdens Caterers Ltd has made the application, which is now under consideration.

3 senior North Lincolnshire councillors to retire

May 16, 2014, 10:40 pm

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THREE senior North Lincolnshire councillors have announced plans to retire after the next election.They are all members of the controlling Conservative group on the authority.Between them, Arthur Bunyan, John Wardle and Jean Bromby have more than half a century's experience of representing residents in the region.Now, all three have taken the decision to stand down and not contest the 2015 local elections.Mr Bunyan, who represents Broughton and Appleby, has also been the chairman of the...

Police in hunt for Scunthorpe burglar

May 17, 2014, 1:24 am

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Police are searching for a man in connection with a burglary in Scunthorpe. Humberside Police are appealing for witnesses to a burglary which took place between 4.30pm and 8pm on Tuesday (May 13). Police say the offender gained entry into the garden of Falmouth Court on Dorchester Road through an insecure gate, before smashing a window and reaching in to unlock the door with the key that was in the lock. Once in the property a number of items of property were stolen, including a wedding...

4 year ban for Scunthorpe drink-driver

May 16, 2014, 10:52 pm

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The following offender was dealt with at the Court Centre in Laneham Street, Scunthorpe, with North Lincolnshire magistrates hearing the matter and passing sentence: CONNOR FRANCIS KELLY, 26, of Dorchester Road, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to drink-driving. He was disqualified from driving for 48 months and given a 12-month community order with an activity requirement and a 150-hour unpaid work requirement.