Scunthorpe mum & charity in the pink

August 6, 2014, 10:34 pm

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A SCUNTHORPE woman has raised over £800 for a cancer charity by dying her hair pink and hosting a family fun day.Shelley Middleton raised £861.74 for Cancer Research UK's fight against breast cancer. The event was inspired by Shelley's mum, Patricia Pearson, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007, given the all clear and sadly diagnosed again last year.Shelley had her hair dyed pink which she said was a big task as it was black before.She said: "I didn't think I would...

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Generous Asda shoppers to help Scunthorpe foodbank

August 6, 2014, 10:36 pm

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SCUNTHORPE foodbank is looking for new volunteers to help collect food from donation banks at local supermarkets.The foodbank, based at Scunthorpe Methodist Church on Ashby Road, helps those struggling financially to feed themselves and their families by providing vouchers for food items.Volunteers are welcome any time - visit scunthorpe.foodbank.org.uk for more information.On Friday, August 22 the group will hold a large-scale collection from the Burringham Road Asda store. Five £100...

'Future of village shows in doubt'

August 6, 2014, 10:38 pm

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THE future of village shows across the region is under threat if parking issues are not resolved, according to the Mayor of North Lincolnshire. Councillor Trevor Foster, who sits on the Messingham Show committee, raised the issue of who is responsible for traffic enforcement at events – whether it is North Lincolnshire Council or Humberside Police – at a council scrutiny committee. He said: "I found out that police no longer put traffic cones out. We managed to agree something...

Assault by beating: Scunthorpe man sentenced

August 6, 2014, 10:40 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: MARK SYKES, 43, of Morecambe Avenue, Scunthorpe, was found guilty of assault by beating. He was given an 18-month conditional discharge, ordered to pay compensation of £200, a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £650. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Scunthorpe crematorium offers new way to remember loved ones

August 6, 2014, 10:42 pm

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THE Woodlands Crematorium in Scunthorpe is offering unique ways for people to remember their loved ones.A memorial tree has recently been installed in the flower room at the crematorium that people can access seven days a week.It is a bespoke art installation made out of bronzed metal.The tree holds 270 gold coloured metal leaves that people can lease for five years to place on the tree with a name and dedication engraved on it.Council officials say so far it has been very popular, with 55...

Sunny Scunny: How we kept cool in 1999 heatwave

August 6, 2014, 10:44 pm

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AUGUST 1999 arrived with North Lincolnshire enduring a heatwave. And 15 years ago this week, people were finding different ways to stay cool.Angelo's Ice Cream owner Lorenzo Giaquinto said the hot weather has brought a long-awaited boost in his trade.He said: "The sun benefits most traders because people go on many more days out. When shopkeepers start coming in you know trade's picked up."I would like this weather to keep up until Christmas to make up for all the previous bad...

Scunthorpe United 12-page FREE supplement in this week's...

August 6, 2014, 10:45 pm

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Don't miss your FREE 12-page Scunthorpe United supplement in your Scunthorpe Telegraph this week. Countdown To Kick-Off is a colour guide to the new season as the Iron make a welcome return to Sky Bet League One. It contains interviews with chairman Peter Swann, manager Russ Wilcox, captain Sam Slocombe and members of the playing squad. There's a two-page souvenir team picture, an in-depth guide to all the opposing teams in League One and an at-a-glance fixture list for 2014/5. Countdown To...

Light Bar 6am opening: Council makes its decision

August 6, 2014, 10:46 pm

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A BID to re-open The Light nightclub in Scunthorpe with a 6am licence was considered by North Lincolnshire Council. Leaseholders of the Doncaster Road venue, Grimsby Pubs Limited, submitted the application. However, licensing watchdogs rejected the call to extend opening from 4am because they felt it would undermine crime and disorder objectives. The applicants, who have a 10-year lease on the building, also failed to remove a number of licence conditions including the playing of pool and...

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Scunthorpe thief jailed

August 6, 2014, 10:48 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: LEON STEPHEN VESSEY, 22, of Scotter Road South, Scunthorpe, was found guilty of theft. He was committed to prison for 18 weeks.

The Great British Bake Off: Barton's Nancy Birtwhistle's reaction...

August 6, 2014, 10:50 pm

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BARTON baker Nancy Birtwhistle said she had "no idea she was going to be first" after being crowned 'star baker' in the first episode of BBC One's The Great British Bake Off. Nancy, 60, impressed and received high praise from judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood in last night's episode (Wednesday, August 6). And out of 12 amateur bakers, Nancy scooped 'star baker' in the first episode. Speaking after the show, she said: "I had no idea I was going to be first."When I look at...

New industry & jobs planned near town centre

August 6, 2014, 10:52 pm

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BUSINESS in North Lincolnshire could be given a boost by the creation of several industrial units. Plans are being drawn up to install a number of the units in an area currently used as an unofficial overflow car park. Three larger units of around 5,000, 3,750 and 2,000 square feet in size are planned in Station Road, Brigg, with the remaining seven units occupying around 1,000 sq ft each. The new units are designed to help regenerate the approach to the town from the railway station, and...

43 new homes on way in Brigg & Barton

August 6, 2014, 10:54 pm

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Building work has started to create 43 new homes in North Lincolnshire. They will be for tenants of North Lincolnshire Homes, in a scheme costing £2.2 million. Ancholme Gardens, Brigg, is to get a complete £1.2 million facelift. The refurbishment work will see the creation of 23 new one and two-bedroom flats in sheltered accommodation. There will be assisted bathing facilities available to residents and the design is dementia friendly. Each flat will have a new kitchen and wet...

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August 6, 2014, 10:55 pm

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THE Highways Agency has revealed how much longer the eastbound road closure on the M180 is going to last. It has already caused huge tailbacks and delays for drivers. Officials now say the closure between junction 1 and junction 3 will last until 6am on Monday, August 11. The statement says: "Drivers are warned of delays on the M180 and are advised to seek alternative routes."The motorway is currently closed eastbound due to essential resurfacing work, including sections of deep...

Scunthorpe town centre's The Cash Store goes into administration

August 6, 2014, 10:56 pm

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A SCUNTHORPE High Street money-lender has gone into administration after more than three years of trading. The closure of the local branch of The Cash Store also means the loss of three jobs. The 27-strong chain was said to be loss-making and having to rely on funding from its parent Canadian company. Chad Griffin and Simon Kirkhope from FTI Consulting LLP were appointed joint administrators at a hearing at the High Court of Justice in Manchester. Afterwards Mr Griffin said: "Cash Store is owned...

Bigamist: Man admits having two wives

August 6, 2014, 10:58 pm

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A BIGAMIST has been spared an immediate prison sentence after convincing a judge at Grimsby Crown Court that a custodial term would adversely affect his partner. Ian Bradley, 41, of Thealby Lane, Thealby, admitted going through a form of marriage while still legally married to somebody else. Prosecuting, Gordon Stables said Bradley got married to his first wife, Sharon, in April 2002 in Malta. He then went through another ceremony in July 2009 with Stella Duckwith. Mr Stables said: "In relation...

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Steelworks death: Thomas Standerline inquest verdict

August 6, 2014, 11:00 pm

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THE father of an electrician killed after being struck by a crane on Scunthorpe's steelworks has praised the investigation into his son's death. Paul Standerline was speaking after an inquest jury decided Thomas Standerline (26), of Burton-Upon-Stather, died as the result of an accident at the Brigg Road site. Thomas was working as a craft electrician when the incident occurred on April 23, 2010. After the hearing the HSE said it was still investigating the incident. Thomas's father said: "The...

M180 chaos: Highways Agency apologises

August 7, 2014, 12:45 am

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The Highways Agency has apologised for the major delays motorists have encountered. Bosses at the organisation have admitted they were not expecting the work on the M180 to cause as much disruption as it had. A spokesman for The Highways Agency said: "There clearly have been issues."We are working hard behind the scenes to rectify those." It follows road closures of junctions 1 to junction 3 eastbound of the M180 yesterday (Thursday, August 7), which led to drivers facing long...

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August 7, 2014, 1:01 am

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MOTORISTS have voiced their anger after road works on the M180 caused chaos. The Highways Agency has revealed the eastbound road closure between junction 1 and junction 3 will last until 6am on Monday, August 11.Drivers took to the Scunthorpe Telegraph website to vent their frustrations.  One person said: "Worst organisation for controlling traffic, never been in such a traffic jam in my entire life. It took five hours to reach Scunthorpe from Sheffield. It's...

Scunthorpe bargains: Best buys at Asda, Tesco, Lidl, Sainsbury's...

August 7, 2014, 10:34 pm

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The Scunthorpe Telegraph has invited all the major supermarket chains in the region to come up with their best buys for local shoppers across North Lincolnshire. And we hope readers will help make Check It Out an extra valuable guide for bargain hunters by sending in their own tips on bargain buys. Here's what is currently on offer... TESCO Half price counter salmon side £10 per kg Half price Oreo ice cream sandwich £1 better than half price Nestle Fabs and Nobbly...

Historic boats to visit River Ancholme event

August 7, 2014, 10:36 pm

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ANYONE who enjoys boats can celebrate the centenary of the Amy Howson this weekend at a special event organised by the Humber Keel and Sloop Preservation Society.The historic barge and ship gathering will take place this Saturday and Sunday (August 9 and 10) on the River Ancholme at Ferriby Sluice to mark the ship's 100th birthday.There will be nine local ships on display, which are visiting as part of the National Fleet of Historic Ships. The youngest will be 60-years-old.Some of the ships...