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Parliament is contemplated bringing in maximum two-year sentences for online trolls after TV presenter Chloe Madeley received rape threats following comments made by her mother. Several celebrities have been targeted by trolls in recent months, with the likes of Adele, Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Lorde facing everything from offensive messages to death threats. And in the wakes of Miss Madeley's case, the law could change to impose tougher penalties, as well as extending the period allowed to...

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October 19, 2014, 4:35 am

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A yellow weather warning for winds up to 70mph has been issued by the Met Office for North Lincolnshire on Tuesday.It will be the remnants of Hurricane Gonzalo which is currently heading for the UK after devastating the Caribbean island of Bermuda yesterday.The latest weather warning was issued at 10.41am this morning, warning of gales across the north of England, directly affecting North Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire,  East Riding of Yorkshire, Hull, North Yorkshire, South...

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October 19, 2014, 10:10 am

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Scunthorpe's Jake Quickenden will find out his X Factor fate tonight in the second results show of the series.Last week, two of Louis' groups bit the dust, with Overload Generation and Blonde Electra being sent home.Two more acts will disappear after last night's 80s extravaganza, which saw Bottesford boy Jake, 26, perform Bonnie Tyler's classic ballad, 'Total Eclipse of the Heart.'The judges praised his passion, but some thought his vocal performance needed work, and bookies have made him one...

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October 19, 2014, 10:50 am

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Two people had to be rescued when they were trapped in a lift in Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, today.The incident happened at 11.03am (Sunday).The pair were freed by Humberside Fire and Rescue.Meanwhile, firefighters were called to deal with a car on fire in Tottermire Lane, Belton Road, Epworth, on Saturday.The incident happened at 10.44pm.One hose reel and a breathing apparatus were used by firefighters to tackle the blaze.Firefighters also dealt with a motorcycle fire in St Chads Road,...

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October 19, 2014, 12:48 pm

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Scunthorpe's Jake Quickenden faced a nerve-wracking night after the second round of X Factor live shows.The Bottesford singer's performance of Bonnie Tyler's classic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' drew mixed reactions from the judges after Saturday's shows, leaving the 26-year-old uncertain of his fate.Sundays's results show saw Jake have to wait through performances by Jessie J and Maroon 5 before discovering whether or not he would survive in the competition.And with two acts going home, Jake...

Plan to create 3 wildlife ponds withdrawn

October 19, 2014, 10:38 pm

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North Lincolnshire Council has withdrawn an application for planning permission to create three wildlife ponds - one with a dipping platform - and the creation of a rustic outdoor classroom. The development was proposed for land off Baldwin Avenue, Bottesford - the Beckside Linear Park.

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October 19, 2014, 10:40 pm

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Members of the public are being given the opportunity to see the brand next extension added to a popular northern Lincolnshire village pub. The extension is to be used as the venue for a weddding fayre at the White Swan, Scotter, on Saturday, October 25, from 11am to 4pm. The Terrace Suite will be "dressed up" for a civil ceremony and there will be a chance to talk to exhibitors and sample canapes, petit fours and delicious food. People can enjoy a complimentary arrival drink and take...

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October 19, 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: ROBERT JAMES ARMER, 46, of Ferry Road, Scunthorpe, pleaded guilty to causing criminal damage and using threatening or abusive words or behaviour or disorderly behaviour. He was jailed for five days. MORE COURT NEWS... http://www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/courts-news Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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Apprentices taken on by Scunthorpe company

October 19, 2014, 10:44 pm

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THREE apprentices have been taken on at Dunster House.The garden furniture retailer, based on Flixborough Industrial Estate in Scunthorpe, recently took on the apprentice delivery drivers.Louis Gant, Alex Naish and Jordan Hill are all working towards their class two licences, which they expect to pass before Christmas.Once they have completed their training, the three apprentices will be able to drive HGV vehicles without supervision.Louis, 22, from Burringham, said: "Before this, I did...

Baysgarth Park, Barton, being revamped to gain Green Flag status

October 19, 2014, 10:46 pm

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AN EXTRA £10,000 investment will transform Baysgarth Park in Barton.Council bosses have confirmed the funding has been set aside for improvements in the park.Plans have not yet been finalised, but work is expected to begin before Christmas.This extra funding comes after a £40,000 plan to secure Green Flag status in Baysgarth Park.It was put forward by ward councillors Jonathan Evison, Keith Vickers and Paul Vickers.Funding was secured in this year's North Lincolnshire budget.The...

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October 19, 2014, 10:48 pm

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See more First Class pictures in the Scunthorpe Telegraph on Thursday, October 23, including Westcliffe Primary and Barton St Peter's CofE.

Traveller site expansion supported by council

October 19, 2014, 10:50 pm

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A TRAVELLERS' site could be expanded after a town council withdrew a previous objection.Ten councillors called an extraordinary meeting of the full council, expressing their dismay at the interpretation of a previous response by West Lindsey District Council, which has jurisdiction over the site on Westrum Lane, Brigg.A statement from the councillors said: "In view of the proposed change of status of Station Yard and this proposed development of this area of the town, we considered that...

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October 19, 2014, 10:52 pm

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Here's an opportunity to view and search for more than 1,500 full and part-time job vacancies in North and North East Lincolnshire, covering the Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Cleethorpes and Immingham areas. To find out more about any of the jobs which interest you, simply make a note of the reference number. It can be used to get more information and to apply when you contact Jobcentre Plus by phone, online or in person. And for those looking for work online, the Universal Jobmatch website from...

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October 19, 2014, 10:54 pm

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A SERIAL thief targeted a supermarket four times in a week so he could sell the stolen items for food, a court heard.Aiden O'Shea, 21, of Boughton Avenue, Scunthorpe, admitted three offences of stealing Bluetooth speakers from Sainsbury's and another of stealing DVDs.Martin Howarth, prosecuting, told North Lincolnshire magistrates that O'Shea "targeted" the supermarket in Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe."Having succeeded on one occasion, he went back," said Mr Howarth.O'Shea hid...

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October 19, 2014, 10:58 pm

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TELEPHONE calls made to patients in Scunthorpe General Hospital will soon be cheaper.The drop in the prices follows intervention by the industry watchdogs at the office of Communications (Ofcom).Scunthorpe is one of 150 hospitals in the UK where bedside personal television and phone systems are provided by a company called Hospedia.Patients signing up to use the bedside system get free outgoing phone calls to landlines and around 25p a minute to mobiles. Incoming charges are set by other call...

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October 19, 2014, 11:00 pm

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A SCUNTHORPE man was told to seek help in the voluntary sector after being handed an 18-month prison sentence.Mark Boustead, of Frodingham Road, who has been in custody since January, will soon be released on licence after admitting burglary and causing actual bodily harm.Grimsby Crown Court heard how Boustead, 34, broke into a house on Berkeley Street in Scunthorpe by removing cardboard that was covering a damaged window, stealing a digital camera and photo frame from the property.Simon Hirst...

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October 20, 2014, 12:23 am

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Plans are 'in place' to deal with the severe storms predicted to hit North Lincolnshire as Hurricane Gonzalo prepares to sweep across the country. Although the storm, which hit the Caribbean island of Bermuda over the weekend, is expected to ease slightly before reaching the UK, the Met Office has issues a weather warning suggesting winds of up to 70mph. Councillor Nigel Sherwood, cabinet member for highways and neighbourhoods, said: "The council has a plan in place, and the procedure...

Strike action at Scunthorpe General Hospital today

October 20, 2014, 12:35 am

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Patients may face cancelled appointments at Scunthorpe General Hospital today due to strike action. Radiographers and sonographers will be striking between 9am and 1pm, meaning x-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound scans will be available only to emergency patients. The dispute settles around pay, with the Society and College of Radiographers claiming the government does not value NHS by continuing to freeze wages. Tracey Broom, general manager for diagnostics, therapeutics and central operations,...

Lorry breaks down in roadworks on A18 Mortal Ash Hill

October 20, 2014, 12:41 am

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Motorists coming into Scunthorpe are facing delays this morning after a lorry broke down near the roadworks on Mortal Ash Hill. An Immingham Transport HGV approaching from Forest Pines junction has suffered tyre problems near the Morrisons roundabout, leading to additional delays on an already busy road. Stay logged on for updates. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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October 20, 2014, 10:31 am

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A LANE was closed on a major road near Scunthorpe after an accident involving two vehicles. Police were called to the scene of the incident, which happened on the A15 approach road close to the Forest Pines Hotel and Golf Resort, near the junction with the M180. One lane was blocked following the incident earlier this evening (Monday, October 20), which is believed to have involved a Range Rover and another vehicle. The road was fully reopened by 7pm. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter