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March 5, 2015, 1:38 am

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CRASH victims have been taken to hospital after a two-car collision at the Barnetby Top roundabout. Humberside Police said they received a call at 8.45am this morning (Thursday, March 5) reporting the incident involving a black Renault Laguna and a blue Vauxhall Astra. A spokeswoman for the force said "more than one person" was taken to hospital. She said: "Police and ambulance attended to manage the scene and to attend to injuries, which appear to be minor, but require hospital...

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March 5, 2015, 2:07 am

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ESCAPE: Police dealing with six sheep on North Lincolnshire road

March 5, 2015, 3:08 am

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POLICE are currently dealing with six escaped sheep on a North Lincolnshire road. Sergeant James Main, of Humberside Police, tweeted this morning (Thursday, March 5): "#TrafficAlert 6 sheep are currently strolling into Epworth via 5 lanes end on the road-causing some traffic issues - unit en-route." Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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March 5, 2015, 3:16 am

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Due to a production error, the second part of our Steel Town Memories supplement has not appeared in this week's Scunthorpe Telegraph. We unreservedly apologise for any upset caused. The supplement, along with part 3 of the series, will appear in next week's Scunthorpe Telegraph.

Man jailed for stealing chocolate from Scunthorpe shop

March 5, 2015, 3:39 am

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A THIEF was jailed after admitting stealing chocolate less than a month after being handed a 16-week suspended sentence.Mark Barratt, 45, of Ripon Close, Scunthorpe, was made the subject of the order on January 29 for seven offences of theft, one of assault and one of burglary.He then went on to commit the new theft offence at the B&M Bargains store on Scunthorpe High Street on Thursday, February 26.Prosecuting at North Lincolnshire Magistrates' Court, Deborah Gibson said Barratt was...

Two-car crash blocks busy Scunthorpe street

March 5, 2015, 6:08 am

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POLICE attended a two-car crash in a busy Scunthorpe street today (Thursday, March 5). Humberside Police received a call at 10.53am to the incident involving a blue Renault Clio and a blue Fiat Punto on Henderson Avenue. A spokesman for the force said there was a "minor injury" and the road was blocked until 12.28pm. It has now fully reopened. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Jawaid Ishaq starts giving evidence at fraud trial

March 5, 2015, 6:55 am

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A FORMER mayor of North Lincolnshire was acting on behalf of his friend who was "like a brother" when he took control of the man's properties and financial affairs, a court heard. Giving evidence to Sheffield Crown Court at his trial, Jawaid Ishaq said his friend insisted he draw up a new power of attorney document granting Ishaq power over two properties, bank accounts and shares. Yesterday, Judge Paul Watson QC threw out five counts relating to the forgery of a second power of...

New restaurant to open in Scunthorpe town centre this weekend

March 5, 2015, 7:16 am

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Three generations of the same Scunthorpe family will open a new bistro and restaurant in Scunthorpe this weekend. The Townhouse, on Home Street,will employ eight staff and is a conversion of the former Love and Tudor House restaurants. It is the brain-child of Terri Taurino, 36, who will be helped in the business by her daughter Georgie, 17, and her mother Andrea Henry. Mrs Henry has vast experience of the catering trade, having previously run The Bondz Bar at the Bridge House Hotel, the...

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March 5, 2015, 9:19 am

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A WOMAN has been taken to hospital with neck and back injuries after a single vehicle crash. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service responded to the incident shortly before 8.50am this morning (Thursday, March 5). Fire Service personnel stabilised the vehicle and assisted paramedics in moving the woman from the car. The Fire Service said the incident happened in Elsham and the casualty was suffering neck and back injuries. She was taken to hospital by ambulance. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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March 5, 2015, 10:10 am

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March 5, 2015, 10:37 am

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GEORDIE Shore star Gaz Beadle has been in Scunthorpe to open a new town centre store today (Thursday, March 5). Gaz appears in the MTV reality show, which is soon to start its 10th series. He was on Scunthorpe High Street this afternoon to mark the opening of the new Fallen Hero store. View a gallery of pictures from the event here After being shown around the store, he said: "It is nice."There are brands that you would normally find in places like the Trafford Centre, so it is nice...

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March 5, 2015, 2:42 pm

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GEORDIE Shore star Gaz Beadle met fans in Scunthorpe when he attended a launch event in the town tonight (Thursday, March 5). The reality television star was a guest at the launch of the new Fallen Hero store and homelessness charity Living On The Streets (LOTS). See a picture gallery from the launch event here The event was held at Café Indiependent on Scunthorpe High Street and was attended by around 200 people. Gaz had opened the new store, also on the High Street, earlier in the...

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March 5, 2015, 2:42 pm

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Music night this weekend for Lindsey Lodge Hospice

March 5, 2015, 9:48 pm

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A MUSICAL evening will be held to raise cash for the Lindsey Lodge Hospice and Macmillan. Close harmony vocal group Fourum and Jacky Lee will feature at the Mayor's Charity Appeal evening on Sunday (March 8). It runs from 6pm to 11pm at Grange Park golf club and will include a three-course dinner. For tickets, call Antoune Holmes on 01724 761035.

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March 5, 2015, 9:49 pm

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A SECOND-hand book sale will be held on Saturday (March 7). More than 1,000 books will be on sale as well as refreshments and a tombola. It will take place at the Vicar's Room on High Street in Barrow-Upon- Humber from 9.30am to noon. For more, call Annette on 01469 531613.

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Things to do in Scunthorpe area this weekend

March 5, 2015, 9:50 pm

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THE Chuckle Brothers will perform The Chuckles of Oz at the Baths Hall in Scunthorpe at 2pm on Sunday (March 8). Tickets are £14 or £52 for a family ticket. Call 0844 8542776 or book at bathshall.co.ukTHE 95th North Lincolnshire Music and Drama Festival begins on Monday (March 8). It runs until Saturday, March 21, and classes will be held at St John's Church, the Angel Suite and the Vale Academy, all in Brigg.FOLK band Babajack will perform at Ropery Hall in Barton-Upon-Humber at...

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March 5, 2015, 9:51 pm

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A NEW law has come into effect to tackle the number of drug drivers. The new law will make it illegal to drive with a specific controlled drug in the body, above the accepted limit for that drug. Police casualty reduction officer Barry Gardner said: "All roads policing officers are also trained to detect drivers who are under the influence of drugs, there are a worrying number of drivers now caught drug driving. "This new law will help reduce the time, expense and effort involved for the...

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March 5, 2015, 9:52 pm

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WOULD you turn down an invitation from a grateful client to see Grimsby Town play at Blundell Park?Well employees of North Lincolnshire Council would, according to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request.Under the law since April 2012, council workers have to declare any offers of gifts or hospitality they have received from the public – and whether they were accepted.Under the FOI, the Scunthorpe Telegraph learned last year 14 gifts were offered – and 12, including the invite to...

Tributes paid to former Barnetby railway station manager

March 5, 2015, 9:53 pm

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A RAILWAY enthusiast and former town councillor will be remembered with "great affection" after passing away last month.Brian Hastings died at Greenacres Care Home on February 17 at the age of 80.Brian, a former teacher and railway station manager, lived in Ealand for many years.He also spent time as a town councillor in Crowle and several years as a magistrate.Close friend Mel Bailey, a member of Crowle Town Council, paid tribute to Mr Hastings.He said: "Brian came to Crowle as a...

Pub demolition: Appeal lodged to knock historic boozer down

March 5, 2015, 9:54 pm

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AN APPEAL has been launched in a bid to demolish a pub and build two semi-detached houses with associated infrastructure and garages. Planning permission was granted by North Lincolnshire Council in November for the project at the Lion's Head in Winterton, although it was subject to several conditions. The applicant has now appealed to the Government's Planning Inspectorate. It will be determined on the basis of an exchange of written statements between the parties and a site visit by an...