A section of the busy A18 in North Lincolnshire is to be closed to traffic overnight for four weeks.
This is to allow work to be carried out to a bridge.
The A18 in Melton Ross will be closed from February 13 to March 13, between 11pm and 9am.
The affected stretch is from the junction with the B1211 over the railway bridge for 460 metres.
North Lincolnshire Council says this must be done "to facilitate the installation of remedial propping measures underneath the railway bridge."
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Stretch of A18 to be closed for ONE MONTH
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Scunthorpe man who posted video of him having sex with woman on...
A SCUNTHORPE man who posted a video of him having sex with a woman on Facebook has been jailed.
Thomas Ormsby, 18, wanted the woman to suffer "as much pain as possible" by posting the video, a court was told.
He admitted disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress at Hull Magistrates' Court.
Prosecuting Ormsby, John Owston said: "This was a nasty offence.
"The lady in her victim statement draws attention to the fact that, at the time, she wasn't confident of...
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Humber Bridge reopens to traffic as wind-damaged lorry is...
Both carriageways of the Humber Bridge have now reopened.The bridge is still closed to high sided vehicles and caravans because of strong winds.Workers recovered the stranded lorry which toppled over on the southbound carriageway, badly disrupting traffic on the main crossing point between the two banks of the Humber.The stricken HGV caused traffic chaos after gale-force winds blew it over at 12.30pm.
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New shop in Scunthorpe town centre selling vintage products
A shop showcasing the work of local artists and traders has opened in Scunthorpe.
It has opened on the back of The Meanwhile Project, which aims to promote local crafts people and artists, and give them a platform to sell.
In addition to selling vintage products, the Meanwhile shop on Ravendale Street sells homeware items created from recycled materials.
Hayley McPhun, of Pigeon Vintage, will be joined by traders Oops, Saw and Sew and Alfie Robot Retro.
She said: "It will be a unique experience...
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ON THIS DAY 15 years ago: 20 Scunthorpe Telegraph pictures taken...
Gallery created by Nigel_F
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Police find dead dog and rescue four others in drugs raid on...
POLICE found a dead dog but rescued four others when they conducted a drugs raid in Scunthorpe yesterday.A Humberside Police spokeswoman said: "Police executed a Misuse of Drug Act warrant on Diana Street, Scunthorpe, yesterday (Monday February 1) as part of Operation Impact."The officers entered the address, they discovered a dead dog and four further dogs."The RSPCA were contacted and attended to check the dog's welfare and have taken them into their care. They will be...
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The Kyle Files: Jeremy Kyle joins paramedics in Scunthorpe
TALK show host Jeremy Kyle filmed scenes in Scunthorpe when he joined paramedics tackling drugs and alcohol-related issues.
The Kyle Files, which is on ITV tonight (Tuesday, February 2), saw Jeremy spend time with East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) last summer on their calls in Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Cleethorpes.
Steve Pratten, community response manager for EMAS, said: "We did do some filming in Scunthorpe and there was a bit on the High Street.
"There was also an incident near the railway...
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Emergency services called to potentially 'major' incident at...
EMERGENCY services responded to a potentially "major" situation as an aeroplane encountered a fault with its landing gear as it approached to land at Humberside Airport this morning.
The incident described as a "potentially critical situation" by a Humberside Fire and Rescue spokesman happened at around 9.30am when a warning light signalling a problem with the Jet Stream 41 craft's landing gear was spotted by the pilot.
The aircraft, carrying seven people including its crew,...
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Humber Bridge closed to high-sided vehicles
THE Humber Bridge is again closed to high-sided vehicles today due to strong winds.
The Highways Agency said it is also closed to caravans, motorcycles, towed vehicles, buses and coaches.
Wind speeds are expected to reach highs of 38mph today (Tuesday, February 2).
Yesterday, the Humber Bridge was closed for most of the day southbound due to a lorry overturning on its side.
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Chicken tikka products recalled after 'a serious microbiological...
A PRODUCT recall has been issued after "a serious microbiological problem" with chicken tikka sandwiches, wraps and fillers.
The recall issued by Trading Standards only applies to Snacksters, Snax on the Go and Best In chicken tikka sandwiches, wraps and fillers.
The products include chicken tikka sandwiches with a use by date 15/2/16, and the chicken tikka wraps and filler pots with a use by date of 8/2/16.
Easy Eats Ltd said: "During routine testing we have detected a serious...
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Warning issued to dating site users after Lincolnshire woman...
POLICE have issued a warning to those who use dating sites after a Lincolnshire woman was scammed by a man she met online. Lincolnshire Police said the woman was one of three contacted by the man via sites Plentyoffish and Fabswingers. The women allegedly had money or property stolen. A Lincolnshire Police statement said: "We are issuing a warning to users of dating sites after three women were scammed in the aftermath of having met a man online."Women from Lincolnshire, Derbyshire and...
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EUROMILLIONS RESULTS: Winning lottery numbers for tonight Tuesday...
COULD you be a EuroMillions winner tonight (Tuesday, February 2)?Tonight's jackpot is £11 million after Friday's whopping £100 million rollover jackpot was finally won.To scoop a share of the jackpot, players must match all five of the main numbers drawn, plus the two lucky starsBut for those whose numbers do not come up, there is an extra chance to become a millionaire, as one UK ticket-holder is guaranteed to win £1 million in the UK Millionaire Maker part of the game.The...
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Firefighters called to burst water pipe
FIRE crews attended after a burst pipe led to water leaking onto electrics. The incident happened on Cliff Gardens in Scunthorpe at about 7pm this evening (Thursday, February 4). Firefighters isolated the electricity supply and stemmed the water leak using a hose to siphon thewater.
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8 things to in Scunthorpe area this weekend
• THE Jam tribute act All Mod Cons will perform at Brigg and District Servicemen's Club from 8pm tonight (Friday, February 5). Tickets are £4, with proceeds to go to the When You Wish Upon A Star charity. Call 07745 722113.• WILTON Productions will perform That's What Wilton Call Musicals at the Plowright Theatre in Scunthorpe until Saturday (February 6). Shows will be held nightly at 7.30pm and tickets are £12 from the theatre's box office or on 0844 8542776.• AN...
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Scunthorpe pub gets new bosses after £20,000 refurbishment
Amy Wilkinson, 23, and her partner Ross Gray, 28, have signed a lease on a North Lincolnshire pub following a £20,000 refurbishment.
Most of the cash has been spent on repairing the drains and the roof at the Chancel Hotel in Bottesford.
Tomorrow (Saturday, February 6) at 7.30pm there will be some fun and games at the Chancel.
Husband and wife team Jody and Natalie Meikle have persuaded 10 of the regulars to have their bodies waxed to raise money from sponsors for research into cancer of...
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Scunthorpe childminder rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted
A childminder in Scunthorpe is celebrating after being rated as "outstanding" by Ofsted.
Danni Johns, 34, who runs Danni's Daycare, has been a childminder for four years.
"I was proud of all the hard work and effort that I have put in – it's nice to be recognised," she said.
"She (the inspector) said my knowledge and understanding of the children's needs was really good."
Mrs Johns worked in a nursery for seven years before becoming a childminder so she could spend more time with her...
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Valentine's Day: Win romantic meal for 2 at The White Swan,...
LOVE is in the air and Valentine's Day is just around the corner.In this week's Scunthorpe Telegraph, we are offering an amazing competition with a fantastic Valentine's Day prize up for grabs.The White Swan in Scotter is offering a delicious meal for two, a bottle of wine and even some flowers for you to spoil your special someone.The lucky winner will be booked in to the restaurant on the evening of Valentine's Day – Sunday, February 14.There will be a sumptuous five course menu with...
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'Listen to residents over Brumby Hospital site'
North Lincolnshire Council is being urged to listen to local people's views about the future of the former Brumby Hospital in Scunthorpe.Eddie Lodge, secretary of the Scunthorpe Renaissance Town Team, speaking for the organisation, has expressed support for the 1,000 petitioners and witnesses who are protesting against the proposed development of housing on their community open space (Brumby Hospital site).He said: "I would like to appeal to the council leader, Baroness Redfern, to...
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I LOVE MY MUM: Enter our great drawing competition today
YOUNGSTERS are being urged to let their creativity shine and show how much they love their mums for the Scunthorpe Telegraph's drawing competition.We're inviting all children aged 11 and under to enter the I Love My Mum competition by drawing, colouring or painting a picture of their mum.All pictures entered will feature in a special supplement printed in the paper on Thursday, March 3.Entries are now open and should be posted to I Love My Mum, Scunthorpe Telegraph, First Floor, Heritage House,...
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Care home told it requires improvements by Care Quality...
A CARE home has been told it needs to make improvements by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).The health watchdog inspected Lindum Court, on High Street, Owston Ferry which is run by Plenus Care Ltd, in November. It provides residential care for 19 people and respite care for two.Inspectors found the service required improvements in how safe, effective and well-led the service was.Inspectors found:• Some areas of the service were used for storage and kept unlocked.• Staff appraisals...
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