Dad told police his car had been stolen to cover up son's crash

June 30, 2014, 10:56 pm

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A DAD who spun a "web of lies" to protect his son, who had fled the scene of a car crash, has been given a suspended prison sentence.He admitted carrying out a series of acts which had a tendency to pervert the course of justice.Prosecuting the case against Matthew Robb, 57, of The Meadows, Burringham, at Grimsby Crown Court, Jeremy Evans said: "The case centres around a deliberate attempt to cover the tracks of his son, who was involved in a road traffic collision."This...

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New restaurants planned for Lakeside Retail Park

July 1, 2014, 5:46 am

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Two restaurants - one with drive thru facility - look set to come to Scunthorpe. North Lincolnshire Council planners has just received an outline planning application seeking permission to build two restaurant units, one having a drive thru. Limes Developments Ltd, of Lincoln, has submitted the plans for Lakeside Retail Park. The Lakeside area already has McDonald's and Burger King restaurants. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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June 30, 2014, 10:58 pm

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TAXI drivers in Scunthorpe are refusing to take people who live close to the town centre home after a night out, a young mum has claimed.Ally Lashko, who lives on Church Lane, claims some drivers are waiting for customers who need to travel further afield so they benefit from the higher fare.And she says that means young women are left walking home alone in the middle of the night.She said: "This happens all the time because I live close to town."The drivers tell me I live too close...

New council booklet 'insult to people's intelligence'

June 30, 2014, 10:50 pm

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North Lincolnshire Council has been criticised for spending money on the distribution of a booklet to advise householders across the area what to do in an emergency. In a letter to the Scunthorpe Telegraph, M Sanderson, of George Street, Keadby, says: "We have just received a booklet through the letterbox from North Lincolnshire Council on 'Let's get ready for an emergency'."It is a checklist of things to tick off like passports, birth certificates, medication, batteries, suitable...

Tribute to Marylyn Webb - Calendar TV presenter

July 1, 2014, 10:38 pm

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Former Yorkshire TV Calendar news presenter Marylyn Webb has died at her Lincolnshire home. The 66 year-old was a familiar face for nearly 20 years, as one of the most popular presenters on Yorkshire Television. As a reporter she covered some of the biggest national stories including the five year 'Yorkshire Ripper' investigation. Former Calendar presenter Alan Hardwick, now Lincolnshire police and crime commissioner, said: "Marylyn was for many years the female face of Calendar and a very good...

Free bag of Seabrooks Straight Cut Crisps when you buy your...

July 1, 2014, 10:40 pm

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Get a free bag of Seabrooks Straight Cut Crisps when you buy a copy of the Scunthorpe Telegraph from the Cole Street vendor in the town centre on Thursday, July 3, between 8am and 3pm. This offer is while stocks last.

£120k buys historic town centre building

July 1, 2014, 10:46 pm

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A prominent town centre building has been reduced in price to £120,000 for a quick sale, agent Paul Fox reports."Investment premises" is the description given. The building, in Barton High Street, dates back to 1864 and served the Oddfellows' Friendly Society. It is now grade two listed. Viewing is through the firm's Barton office, Call 01652 635000. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter PROPERTY LATEST... www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/property

Scunthorpe widow, 84, gets council warning for running tattoo...

July 1, 2014, 10:58 pm

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An 84-year-old Scunthorpe widow had a warning letter sent to her home by North Lincolnshire Council about running a tattoo business that does not exist. The letter also warned that if her property contained a dog breeding establishment, pet shop or housed dangerous wild animals without a relevant licence, the council would not hesitate to prosecute. The woman's family immediately called on the council to apologise for the distress the letter has caused. It was sent to the pensioner's home and...

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Food firm to open trade warehouse in Scunthorpe

July 1, 2014, 10:48 pm

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A Scunthorpe food firm is looking to establish a trade warehouse in the town. Medina Food Store is seeking permission from North Lincolnshire Council for the facility. The location will be the former Southbank Properties carpet warehouse on Parkinson Avenue. This is currently disused. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Cardzone opens new shop in North Lincolnshire

July 1, 2014, 10:56 pm

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a town centre shop has closed and reopened as Cardzone. Now "under new management" it shut for a day earlier this week so the work could take place. Cardzone is in the premises which housed MacKenzie Cards, in Wrawby Street, Brigg. MORE ABOUT LOCAL SHOPS... www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/shops Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

New neighbourhood wardens taking to our streets

July 1, 2014, 10:42 pm

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North Lincolnshire Council is pressing ahead with creating neighbourhood wardens. The authority took over civil enforcement of on-street parking from Humberside Police four years ago, employing parking enforcement officers. It now wants to see a "broader role" for this team, including dealing with a range of neighbourhood issues. These could include dog fouling, littering, graffiti, fly-posting and abandoned vehicles. Councillor Nigel Sherwood (Brigg & Wolds), cabinet member...

Police carry out drugs raid on Ashby property

July 2, 2014, 3:43 am

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POLICE carried out a drugs raid on a property in Ashby yesterday. Humberside Police obtained a drugs warrant for a property on St Paul's Road in Ashby, and carried out a drugs raid at 3.48pm yesterday (Tuesday, July 1). A spokeswoman for the force could not confirm what was seized. She said: "A 50-year-old man was arrested and released on bail to a date in August."He was not charged." Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Gas explosion: Injured worker undergoes operation

July 2, 2014, 4:23 am

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A WORKER who was airlifted to hospital after last week's gas explosion on Ashby Road in Scunthorpe has undergone an operation after he broke his thigh bone.A spokeswoman for Hull Royal Infirmary said: "He is still here at the hospital and is recovering well from surgery. "We can't say when he will be going home."  Engineers from National Grid are working on replacing a second gas main at the scene of the explosion near the Queensway roundabout. Temporary traffic...

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July 1, 2014, 11:00 pm

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A MAN whose first-aid skills saved his friend's life has encouraged more people to have training.Daniel Nobbs, 25, was relaxing with friends before a night out in Keadby.Suddenly he complained of feeling dizzy, before collapsing in his chair and having a seizure, which led to a cardiac arrest.Joe Toplass, a friend of Daniel's, acted quickly, using first-aid training given by his dad to give his friend CPR until paramedics arrived.Joe, 20, of West Common Gardens in Scunthorpe, said he knew he...

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July 1, 2014, 10:50 pm

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NORTH Lindsey College has been told it is "knocking on the door of outstanding" by Ofsted inspectors after its latest inspection.The college, on Kingsway in Scunthorpe, was graded "good" with "outstanding" features after the inspection last month.Despite previously being graded "outstanding", staff are delighted with the report and say they are "proud" of what the college has achieved.Inspectors had particular praise for "very strong...

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Police hunt teenager after incident with woman in Central Park

July 2, 2014, 8:27 am

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POLICE are appealing for information after a teenager allegedly pulled a woman onto his knee and attempted to put his number in her phone. A Humberside Police statement said: "At around 1.20pm on Tuesday, July 1, a woman was sat alone on a bench in Central Park, Scunthorpe, when an unknown man, believed to be in his teens, came and sat next to her."The woman had her phone in her hand, when the man made an attempt to engage in conversation with her. "He is then reported to have...

Asda to step up security at Scunthorpe store

July 1, 2014, 10:52 pm

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Asda is looking to add to the security measures it has in Scunthorpe. The retail giant is seeking permission from North Lincolnshire Council to make improvements to its store in Carlton Street. It wants to install replacement security shutters. Asda has specified a form of shutter to prevent break-ins. The shutters cannot be perforated, as this aids would-be criminals from gaining access. The design is to specifically delay this and either act as a deterrent or at least allow sufficient time...

Historic pub reopens with new features

July 1, 2014, 10:54 pm

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A North Lincolnshire pub housed in an 18th century building has reopened its doors to drinkers, having changed hands and been refurbished. The internal layout has been altered with the bar relocated at the Nelthorpe Arms, in Bridge Street, Brigg. The popular old fireplaces remain, as does the beer garden overlooking the Old River Ancholme. The pub had been closed since January but has attracted many customers in the short time since reopening. It was run for many years by Myles and Mary...

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July 2, 2014, 2:00 am

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Brigg & Goole MP Andrew Percy has kept his 2010 pledge on expenses, it is reported in the latest issue of the Conservatives' In Touch newsletter. The MP says: "I haven't claimed a penny on expenses for food." He also reveals that he only travels standard class when using the train to London, where Parliament sits. And he adds: "I do not claim mileage for attending meetings in this very large constituency." North Lincolnshire Council leader Liz Redfern, also a...

Barton Bike Night draws in crowds from across the region

July 2, 2014, 12:28 pm

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THOUSANDS of bikers gathered in the streets of Barton this evening (Wednesday July 2) for the annual Barton Bike Night. Crowds of leather-clad bikers and residents soaked up the atmosphere and admired the vast array of bikes lining the streets from Harley Davidsons through to Monkey Bikes and Mopeds. There were also guest appearances from TT star John McGuinness and MCE British Superbike Championship Ryuichi Kiyonari. Spud and Loulou Murphy had traveled from Pontefract in...