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North Lincolnshire Homes is inviting all tenants to jump onboard the ongo bus this summer as it travels around the region. From Thursday, 26 June to Wednesday, 9 July, staff working for the social landlord will be visiting local neighbourhoods on a tour bus to talk with residents, show them our plans for the future and give people a chance to discuss any issues which matter to them. NLH staff will also be on hand to talk about Universal Credit, jobs & training, new building developments and...

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June 20, 2014, 10:39 pm

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A NORTH Lincolnshire woman appeared on ITV's Good Morning Britain yesterday - dressed as a Disney princess. Abi Burton is a big fan of Disney's Frozen, which is the highest-grossing animated film of all time. The 30-year-old, from Parkin Road in Bottesford, appeared on the show today (Friday, June 20), dressed as Princess Elsa, the film's heroine. Abi said she answered the show's appeal for Frozen fans. She said: "Last week, Good Morning Britain said we are doing a big thing on Frozen, and...

Reopening date revealed for Scunthorpe recycling centre

June 20, 2014, 10:44 pm

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THE Scunthorpe household recycling centre in Cottage Beck Road is set to reopen following a major refurbishment programme.North Lincolnshire Council says the facility will resume on on Friday, June 27.On the same day the centre in Winterton will close for a revamp.The site will reopen again on Monday, July 21.North Lincolnshire Council started its £650,000 improvement programme at the centre in Goxhill on May 14.Further works will be carried out on the sites at Kirton-in-Lindsey, Belton...

Scunthorpe man jailed for 56 days

June 20, 2014, 10:46 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: ANDREW JOHN DALEY, 35, of Selby Court, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to theft and using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour. He was committed to prison for 56 days for each offence, to be served concurrently.

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June 20, 2014, 10:50 pm

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THE decision to introduce a free two-hour car parking period in the Scunthorpe town centre has been described as a much-needed boost to under-pressure retailers.In the first five weeks of the scheme North Lincolnshire Council reported almost 92,000 motorists have visited the town centre.The figures have shot up from 17,117 in the first week to 19,467 last week.Delighted council officials estimate the numbers are around 50 per cent up on the normal, paid rates.A further boost for retailers...

Scunthorpe General Hospital waiting times below target

June 20, 2014, 10:52 pm

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The trust in charge of Scunthorpe General Hospital has fallen below national targets for A&E waiting times.In the last week, Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust's percentage of those seen within four hours dropped to 94.3 per cent, just short of the government's 95 per cent target.The figure is reached by combined rates achieved at Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole hospitals.Exactly half of England's 144 major trusts missed the government target in the past week, with 72...

Pub & restaurant has to delay reopening

June 20, 2014, 10:54 pm

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A northern Lincolnshire country has put back the reopening of its pub and restaurant. It says the reason is "delayed planning permission." The imposing Beckett Arms is on the A631 at Corringham - 10 miles south of Scunthorpe. The country pub's website reports building work is going well, that they are very pleased with the overall look and excited about reopening. They can't wait to show everyone the new-look Becketts. The bed and breakfast facility remains open and has not been...

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June 20, 2014, 10:48 pm

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A POLICE officer foiled a panicking driver's attempt to avoid prosecution by discovering his real identity, a court heard.Justinas Gudukas, 24, of Shipton Road, Scunthorpe, admitted possessing cannabis, obstructing a policeman in the execution of his duty, stopping a car within a pelican crossing and having no insurance on May 24.Brendan Woodward, prosecuting, told North Lincolnshire Magistrates' Court that Gudukas parked his car on a pelican crossing in Frodingham Road, Scunthorpe, and was...

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June 20, 2014, 11:00 pm

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FIVE people have been sentenced after police foiled an international drugs ring running out of a North Lincolnshire VillageThe ringleader, John Swindell, 41, of Great Stather Close in the village, in question, Burton Stather, was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to importing class B and class C drugs, conspiracy to supply class C drugs and possession with intent to supply class C drugs.Prosecuting, Simon Hirst told Grimsby Crown Court how a visit to Swindell's home in...

Hunting knife offence: Scunthorpe man must pay victim surcharge

June 20, 2014, 10:42 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: LAYNE RICHARD HALL, 19, of Buckingham Street, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to possession of a hunting knife in a public place. He was fined £50, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £60 and costs of £85.

Forest Pines plans extension

June 20, 2014, 10:58 pm

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Forest Pines - the hotel and golf club on Ermine Street, Broughton - is seeking approval to add an extension. Owner Q Hotels is seeking planning permission to build a single storey extension to the existing leisure facilities and also to relocate car parking spaces. The company says the extension of leisure facilities is to expand and complement the existing ones available to members and guests of the hotel. It has told council planners: "The intention is not to increase the number of new...

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June 20, 2014, 10:56 pm

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The cost of opening the second JD Wetherspoon pub in North Lincolnshire has soared. Wetherspoons completed the purchase of the White Horse in Wrawby Street, Brigg, from rivals Punch Taverns on June 10. The cost of doing the necessary work has risen from £1.3 million to £1.5 million. No name has yet been chosen for the new outlet. But Bar Fly understands it will open before Christmas with the promise of an early Yuletide gift for Brigg in the form of 45 new jobs.

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June 20, 2014, 6:55 am

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THE North Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has asked people concerned at the Scunthorpe Telegraph's report into a patient death and a cluster of care concerns at Scunthorpe General Hospital to contact it. The CCG yesterday made public its concerns about nine alleged patient safety incidents at the hospital between February and May. A statement released by the CCG said: "Whilst the number of clinical incidents at Scunthorpe General Hospital has heightened concern for patients,...

Visitors flock to North Lincolnshire Armed Forces Day

June 21, 2014, 5:27 am

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VISITORS flocked to today's North Lincolnshire Armed Forces Day in Scunthorpe. The event, held at Glanford Park, started at 9.30am and runs until 9pm tonight (Saturday, June 21). Last year's event saw more than 6,000 visitors. Entertainment includes 1940's singer Cherie Lawrence, and BBMF Spitfire and Sea King Rescue Helicopter fly-overs. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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June 18, 2014, 10:48 pm

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Simons Developments are seeking permission from North Lincolnshire Council to go ahead with one of the landmark features of the new retail park now taking shape on the edge of Scunthorpe. Stores are being built off Doncaster Road for M&S, Debenhams, Boots, Costa and Subway. Now the Lincoln-based developers are asking for approval to put up an illuminated totem sign to advertise the North Lincolnshire Shopping Park and the companies trading on it. Simons have told council planners they want...

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June 21, 2014, 10:42 pm

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CHILDHOOD sweethearts who are obsessed with the number 13 finally tied the knot at 1300 hours on Friday the 13th – after postponing their wedding when the groom was diagnosed with leukaemia last year.Kerry Zeidler and Ian Warne, from Ashby, had planned to get married at 1300 hours on Friday, September 13 – in 2013 naturally – but Ian was diagnosed with leukaemia less than three weeks before the big day.Now though, he's in remission so the wedding went ahead last Friday.Kerry...

£130k scholarship for Scunthorpe boy, 11

June 21, 2014, 10:50 pm

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A SCUNTHORPE ballet dancer has been accepted into a top school.Shea Linley, 11, from Bolingbroke Road, has gained a full-time place at Elmhurst School for Dance in Birmingham.The Kimberley Performing Arts Centre (KPAC) student will start in September.His mum, Emma Linley, said she was sad to see him go, but wanted Shea to follow his dreams.She said: "It is a senior school, but it is boarding."He has been awarded a full five-year scholarship worth over £130,000."I am...

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June 21, 2014, 10:54 pm

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Mobile speed camera locations in northern Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire for week commencing June 22 are: SUNDAY, JUNE 22: Safety enforcement officers will be visiting sites across the region. MONDAY, JUNE 23: A1174 Beverley Road, Dunswell & A46 Weelsby Road, Grimsby TUESDAY, JUNE 24: A614 Airmyn Road, Goole & Louth Road, Grimsby WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25: A1033 Withernsea & A159 Messingham Road, Ashby THURSDAY, JUNE 26: Howden Road, Howden, to Home On Spalding Moor & Luneburg Way,...

One-way system could ease traffic congestion and parking issues

June 21, 2014, 10:58 pm

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A COUNCILLOR is calling for a one-way system to help ease traffic congestion and parking problems in his town.Newly-elected town councillor Ian Welch said he would like to see a one-way system on Maltby Lane, Queen Street and Finkle Lane, Barton.Mr Welch, a former Humberside Police detective who also worked for Safer Neighbourhoods at North Lincolnshire Council, said one of the issues in the town was traffic flow.He said: "I would like to see that resolved. I know a lot is being done with...

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June 21, 2014, 10:46 pm

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Lovelle Estate Agency is handling the sale of a four-bedroom property with stables and tack room and a good-sized rear garden. The property in Scawby Road, Scawby Brook, near Brigg, is priced at £349,995. The agent says viewing is highly recommended "to appreciate the quality and potential of the property on offer." Lovelle's Brigg office is on 01652 658700.