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June 8, 2015, 10:52 pm

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A temporary speed limit has been announced by North Lincolnshire Council which will be in force on the A18/A161 for more than three months. The 40mph restriction will apply to a stretch of road near Crowle Bank End. The speed limit is for safety reasons while the access road to Keadby Wind Farm is being used by contractors. The 40mph restriction will operate from June 15 to September 30.

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Scunthorpe Chinese restaurant closes upper floor

June 8, 2015, 10:53 pm

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A Chinese restaurant in Scunthorpe is seeking council planners' approval to change the use of the top floor.This had been used for functions and private dining but the owners say that since the opening of the revamped Baths Hall the demand for these eating areas "has virtually disappeared and this floor is now vacant."The China China, at 44 Doncaster Road, is seeking permission to convert the upper floor into living accommodation for the tenant and staff.This will reduce off-site costs...

Man arrested in theft probe at Tata Steel Scunthorpe

June 8, 2015, 10:54 pm

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POLICE are investigating an alleged theft from the record-breaking rail and section mill on the Tata Steel Scunthorpe works.A 44-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of theft and released on police bail until later this month pending further enquiries.A spokesman for the Humberside force later confirmed: "Police attended the Tata Steel site in Scunthorpe as part of a theft investigation."A Tata Steel spokesman said: "This matter is now under investigation by Humberside...

Zero rating for Scunthorpe town centre takeaway

June 8, 2015, 10:56 pm

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North Lincolnshire Council continues to make inspections of food premises across the district.The rating system is as follows:FIVE STARS: Very good.FOUR STARS: Good THREE STARS: Generally satisfactory TWO STARS: Improvement necessary ONE STAR Major improvement necessaryNO STARS: Urgent improvement necessary.Viva Pizza, Frodingham Road, Scunthorpe, has been given a Food Hygiene Rating of 0 - "Urgent Improvement Necessary."

Historic pub closes after big party

June 8, 2015, 10:58 pm

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A town centre pub restaurant closed its doors for the final time but went out on a high note with a very well-attended party.The hostelry closed after the couple in charge gave up the tenancy.Mine hosts Richard and Amber Smith signed off at the Black Bull, in Wrawby Street, at the weekend.They and the staff were given a fine send off by customers who came in numbers to enjoy a music-backed finale. The Bull became the second Brigg pub to close in recent weeks, the White Hart having shut...

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June 8, 2015, 11:00 pm

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A DISABLED pensioner who was hit with a ticket for parking outside his own home insists he had parked within the rules.Kevin Glasgow, who lives on Newland Drive in Scunthorpe, was issued with the £35 charge, after an enforcement officer clocked his car allegedly parked over the time limit allowed for a disabled badge holder.However, Mr Glasgow says he had in fact left the spot and returned, meaning he was well within the rules set out, which allow him to park for three hours in any...

Black Bull party pictures as pub shuts

June 8, 2015, 11:30 pm

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June 9, 2015, 12:17 am

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A MAN was taken to hospital with burns to his face and arm after a fire "completely destroyed" a building. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said the incident happened at a commercial outbuilding on Middlegate Lane, Elsham, shortly before 2.40pm yesterday (Monday, June 8). The Fire Service said a laser cutter inside the building caught fire. The man who was suffering with burns was given oxygen therapy and first aid before being taken to hospital by ambulance. Follow us on Facebook...

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Firefighters called out to cat hanging from first floor window

June 9, 2015, 12:27 am

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FIREFIGHTERS were called out to an incident where a cat was hanging from a first floor window. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said the incident happened at a property on Dryden Road, Scunthorpe, shortly after 7.35pm last night (Monday, June 8). The Fire Service said the cat was hanging by its "back legs after climbing out". The owners were not present at the time and the cat was rescued using a short extension ladder. It was taken to a vet by a neighbour. The Fire Service said...

Garage and contents destroyed in fire

June 9, 2015, 12:37 am

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A GARAGE and its contents were destroyed in a fire. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said the incident involved a tumble dryer in a detached garage on Rue De Nozay/Town Hill in Broughton. Firefighters were called out at 7.45pm last night (Monday, June 8) to the incident. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said there was also "slight heat damage" caused to a neighbour's conservatory. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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June 9, 2015, 12:48 am

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ARE you feeling lucky today? The Euromillions draw will be made tonight (Tuesday, June 9). Tonight's estimated jackpot is £81m. And for those whose numbers do not come up, there is still a chance to win £1 million in the UK Millionaire Maker part of the game, with one ticket-holder guaranteed to take the prize. For every EuroMillions line played, UK players automatically receive a EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker code printed on their ticket. The draw will be made at about...

HSBC to axe thousands of jobs

June 9, 2015, 2:36 am

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HSBC has announced plans to axe thousands of jobs in the UK. The bank, with branches throughout the Scunthorpe area, has not given a precise figure but it is being reported that between 7,000-8,000 jobs could go. The company has not said what impact it could have on staff and branches in North Lincolnshire when asked by the Scunthorpe Telegraph. The bank says footfall at branches has fallen by 40% in the last four years. The news comes as NatWest looks set to close its Barton branch and replace...

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June 9, 2015, 3:01 am

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On-board cameras have caught the dramatic moment Gary Johnson crashed in Sunday's opening TT race. Thankfully the Broughton racer was not badly injured and recovered to take third place in last night's first Supersport race. See the footage below. More news, interviews and information from the 2015 Isle of Man TT. Follow our special Twitter feed to keep up to date with the latest Isle of Man news .

Air quality alert in Scunthorpe

June 9, 2015, 4:33 am

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Sulphur dioxide in Scunthorpe's air rose to a high level today. Asthma sufferers and those with breathing disorders and respiratory complaints can be affected by a reduction in air quality. North Lincolnshire Council, which monitors air quality, recorded a high reading of nine on a scale of 1-10. It was taken at Rowland Road, Scunthorpe, this morning. Low levels of sulphur dioxide were recorded at other stations in Scunthorpe, Killingholme and South Ferriby.

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June 9, 2015, 6:54 am

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While Guy Martin might not be enjoying the best of luck at the Isle of Man TT at the moment - something we're sure he'll put right later this week - we think he's definitely the King of the Sideburns.But it hasn't always been the case - look at this picture of a young Guy at the Vale of Ancholme School in Brigg.But being an up-coming racer, Guy soon decided that it was sideburns not sidecars for him and it wasn't long before he was displaying his fantastic whiskers - and incredible talent - at...

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June 9, 2015, 12:00 pm

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THE latest Euromillions draw will be made tonight (Tuesday, June 9).People across Europe will be hoping to scoop a share of the huge estimated £81m top prize.And for those whose numbers do not come up, there is still a chance to win £1 million in the UK Millionaire Maker part of the game, with one ticket-holder guaranteed to take the prize.For every EuroMillions line played, UK players automatically receive a EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker code printed on their ticket.The winning...

Man treated by paramedics after crash between motorcycle and car

June 9, 2015, 1:20 pm

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A MAN was treated by paramedics after a collision between a motorcycle and a car in North Lincolnshire today (Tuesday, June 9). The incident happened shortly after 5pm on a stretch of the A1077 at Barrow-Upon-Humber. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said the man was in the care of paramedics when firefighters arrived at the scene. The fire crew made the vehicles safe and contained an oil leak from the motorcycle using an environmental grab pack. The fire service said the vehicles were left in...

Baths Hall rock 'n' roll lovers celebrate marriage milestone

June 10, 2015, 10:48 pm

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A COUPLE are celebrating their golden wedding anniversary after bonding over rock 'n' roll at Scunthorpe's Baths Hall in the 1960s.Elizabeth and Michael Shale, of The Dales, Bottesford, both grew up in the town and used to meet at the weekends at the Scunthorpe venue.They got married in 1965 on Mrs Shale's 20th birthday at St Lawrence's Church before going to Jersey for their honeymoon.Both retired, Mrs Shale, 69, worked as a nurse at Scunthorpe General Hospital and Mr Shale, 73, worked for 42...

Fly-tippers' vehicles can now be destroyed

June 10, 2015, 10:49 pm

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THE rural watchdog for North Lincolnshire is celebrating a new law which will help destroy vehicles belonging to fly-tippers. The Control of Waste Regulations 2015 has come into force, making it easier for authorities in Lincolnshire to seize and destroy vehicles belonging to fly-tippers. Ben Underwood, regional director for the Country, Land and Business Association (CLA), said: "The CLA has been calling for fly-tippers to be dealt with more robustly for years. This change in the law...

Ex-GB athlete jumps into new career as a personal trainer

June 10, 2015, 10:50 pm

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A FORMER Great British junior long jumper has set up a new fitness business. Ashley Wren, 21, who competed all over the country as a long jumper, and his partner Susie Glentworth have set up the personal training business called Jump2Fitness in Redbourne. Mr Wren, who has a level 3 qualification, said they offer sport specific training and health-based training. He said: "My role as a personal trainer is to deliver and assist people through their training."I want to get the...