Motor show part of Brigg Town FC's 150th anniversary

August 22, 2014, 10:38 pm

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BRIGG Town Football Club is holding a motor show at its ground on Sunday as part of the club's 150-year celebrations. The Zebras are one of the oldest football clubs in England, having been formed in 1864, and are hosting a number of events over the course of the year to boost their profile. The show, which will feature cars from a number of local dealerships, will be held at the The Hawthorns ground from 11am to 4pm tomorrow - Sunday, August 24.

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Pub staging family fun day

August 22, 2014, 10:40 pm

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A PENALTY shoot-out and a barbecue will be among the attractions at a family fun day at the Dolphin Inn, Yaddlethorpe, tomorrow - Sunday, August 24. On Bank Holiday Monday (August 25), Dolphin landlord Chris Johnson will lead out his XI of golden oldies for a cricket match against a side of under 30s from the local.

Scunthorpe woman admits 2 assaults

August 22, 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: JESSICA LOUISE HOOD, 20, of Tamar Walk, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to two offences of assault. She was given a 12-month conditional discharge, ordered to pay a £15 victim surcharge and £85 costs.

Galtres Parklands Festival: Royal Ocean to entertain 10,000

August 22, 2014, 10:44 pm

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TWO local musicians called Royal Ocean will be on the crest of a wave this weekend when they play the biggest gig of their careers to date.Singer-guitarist Oliver Hame and singer-drummer John Drury will appear at the Galtres Parklands Festival before 10,000 fans at Duncombe Park, Helmsley.Among the headliners at the festival in North Yorkshire – now in its 10th year – will be Bellowhead, The Levellers, The Human League, Tricky, Morcheeba and Public Service Broadcasting.Oliver, 23,...

Robin Williams & Mrs Doubtfire's role in Scunthorpe film...

August 22, 2014, 10:44 pm

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NORTH Lincolnshire cinema-goers may not be aware that Hollywood star Robin Williams, who died last week aged 63 years, played a role in local history.In 1994, his award-winning movie Mrs Doubtfire opened at the former Majestic Cinema in Scunthorpe under a 12 certificate.The then owner, the late Gerald Parkes, wrote to the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), challenging the decision, after reporting the 12 certificate had forced him to turn away hundreds of tearful family groups.He...

Epworth Show preview

August 22, 2014, 10:47 pm

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ORGANISERS are gearing up for this year's Epworth and District Agricultural Show, now in its 68th year.This year's event will take place from 9am on Monday (August 25) at the Epworth Showground on Wroot Road.A variety of events in the main arena will include a performance by Titan the Robot.There will also be performances from motorcycle stunt man Jez Avery, the ENA Dance Academy and the Vale of York Polo Club.Falconry displays, lurcher and terrier racing, and a grand parade at 4pm will also be...

2-year ban for Scunthorpe drink-driver

August 22, 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: DAWN LOUISE BARLEY, 33, of Saxby Road, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to drink-driving. She was disqualified from driving for 24 months, fined £250, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £25 and costs of £150.

3 firms bid to run Scunthorpe trains

August 22, 2014, 10:50 pm

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THE companies bidding to run railway services which serve North Lincolnshire have been revealed.The three bidders for the TransPennine Express franchise are First TransPennine Express, Stagecoach TransPennine Express Trains and Keolis Go-Ahead.Competing for the Northern franchise are Abellio Northern, Arriva Rail North and Govia Northern.The announcement followed the end of a consultation into the future of the franchises on Monday.It could see the direct express Cleethorpes to Manchester...

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Scunthorpe man jailed 'as luck runs out'

August 22, 2014, 10:51 pm

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LUCK finally ran out for a man when he was jailed for 14 weeks after throwing away chances to avoid prison.John Chisholm, 29, of Eton Drive, Scunthorpe, admitted breaching a 16-week suspended sentence imposed on May 30 for assault.North Lincolnshire magistrates activated most of the suspended sentence after hearing that he failed to attend at the probation service on July 5.He had been ordered to do 180 hours' unpaid work and had been given a one-year supervision order.Andrew Pascoe, mitigating,...

Emmerdale's Eric Pollard opens new clubhouse

August 22, 2014, 10:52 pm

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SKYDIVE Hibaldstow's new clubhouse was officially opened in style at an open day on Sunday.Soap star Chris Chittell, who plays Eric Pollard in ITV's Emmerdale, was at the Hibaldstow Airfield site to perform the opening alongside Councillor Helen Rowson, deputy mayor of North Lincolnshire.The new, state-of-the-art facility includes a restaurant, fully-licensed bar and a stage, meaning the venue can now also be used for other events.Construction began last autumn on the clubhouse, which replaces...

New jobs on way as Howarth Timber expands

August 22, 2014, 10:54 pm

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A MAJOR expansion programme has been announced by the Howarth Timber Group at its window and door-making operation in North Lincolnshire.Details of the investment have not yet been revealed, but the work will see an extension built alongside the current factory on New Holland Pier.Spokesman Nick Woodhead said subject to planning approval it was hoped to start the work in the Autumn.Mr Woodhead said the work would involve the relocation of the present finishing centre for glazing and painting...

Scunthorpe United twins score identical exam results

August 22, 2014, 10:56 pm

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THESE twin brothers might not look exactly alike, but they have managed to score identical grades in their AS levels.Josh and Chris Braithwaite, of Kingfisher Close in Scunthorpe, both achieved a distinction star in their level 3 subsidiary sport diploma, and an A grade in business.The 17-year-old twins both attend North Lindsey College, and say there is friendly competition when it comes to grades."Chris got exactly the same grades as me," said Josh. "We have always been into...

£500k Rubens painting: Taxpayers' Alliance slams council...

August 22, 2014, 10:58 pm

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North Lincolnshire Council has come under fire for for declining to sell off the £500,000 17th century Rubens painting it owns.Andy Sylvester, spokesman for the Taxpayers' Alliance, said: "Councils are for managing and delivering essential services. They are not museum curators."When council tax is such a burden, residents will be astounded the council is holding on to something as potentially lucrative as a Rubens painting."It's time for a transparent register of assets...

New 40mph A18 speed limit near Mortal Ash Hill, Scunthorpe

August 22, 2014, 11:00 pm

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North Lincolnshire Council is planning to introduce a new 40mph speed limit on a heavily used stretch of the A18 in Scunthorpe. The authority is now consulting the public about its proposal. The intention is to introduce a 40mph limit on the dual-carriageway A18 from a point close to the Ashby Ville roundabout and the new roundabout being created at the Tata Steel Anchor works entrance. The new limit covers 680 metres and will affect traffic using nearby Mortal Ash Hill. Any objections to the...

Three people rescued from Scunthorpe house fire

August 23, 2014, 1:57 am

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THREE people were rescued in the early hours of this morning (Saturday) after a fire broke out in their home. Two men and one woman were rescued by firefighters from the property on Lunedale Road at around 3am. The fire service say a chip pan fire caused severe smoke damage to the kitchen and light smoke damage to the remainder of the house. Firefighters used breathing apparatus to rescue the three people, who were treated by paramedics as a precaution. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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Crash on A15 near Humber Bridge blocks road

August 23, 2014, 5:31 am

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EMERGENCY services have been called to a two-car crash on the A15 near Barton today (Saturday). A blue Vauxhall Corsa and a blue Vauxhall Zafira were involved in the crash, just south of the Humber Bridge. Police were called at 1.21pm to the incident, which happened on the A15 slip road onto the Barton roundabout. No-one is believed to have been hurt. The slip road is currently blocked but units have been dispatched to address the situation. Stay logged on for updates. Follow us on Facebook and...

Scunthorpe man admits theft

August 23, 2014, 10:36 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: EDWARD ARTHUR RODWELL, 66, of Smith Street, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to theft. He was given a 12-month conditional discharge, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £85.

Scunthorpe pub memories: Crown Hotel & Blue Bell

August 23, 2014, 10:38 pm

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FRANK O'Connor switched from manager to tenant at Ashby's oldest pub, The Crown Hotel, 15 years ago.And he had no plans to surrender his claim to selling Scunthorpe's cheapest beer, despite retail chain JD Wetherspoon coming to town with its new Blue Bell outlet in Oswald Road.In August 1999 the ex-trawler chef and his wife Christine signed a three-year tenancy for the then 91-year-old hotel in Ashby High Street with owners Mansfield Brewery.His first message to customers was that bitter...

We eat at The Fayre & Square, Scunthorpe

August 23, 2014, 10:40 pm

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LOOKING for a taste of America and good quality grub? Then pop into Ashby Lodge in Scunthorpe and try one of the many delicious dishes on offer.My dining partner and I entered the Fayre & Square establishment on Brigg Road with empty stomachs and a hunger for some tasty food.After choosing our table, we looked through the menu and selected our starters for the evening.I was impressed at the big selection of American-themed dishes on offer.For my starter, I chose the loaded potato skins,...

Scunthorpe solicitor Andrew Ramm retiring after 40+ years

August 23, 2014, 10:42 pm

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Symes Bains Broomer Solicitors, in Scunthorpe, have announced the retirement of Andrew Ramm, commercial and conveyancing partner, after more than 40 years with the firm. Andrew said he thoroughly enjoyed his career and had been lucky enough to work with great people. He is a keen golfer - looking forward to working on his handicap during retirement - and a long-serving member of Scunthorpe Pentagon Rotary.