Drivers warned after THIRD accident on North Lincolnshire roads

February 28, 2017, 1:16 am

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DRIVERS are being asked to take extra care this morning after a third car crashed on rural roads in the region. A third car has crashed at New Holland and the road is partially blocked. How many more hours did people in your area waste caught in road delays? Sergeant James Main tweeted - #HighTrafficAlert ⚠️single vehicle �� collision Marsh Lane New Holland Barrow road partially blocked — Sgt James Main (@SgtJamesMain) February 28, 2017 The accident follows two other...

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February 28, 2017, 1:22 am

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Once the whiff of today's pancakes has settled - and we bid farewell to Shrove Tuesday - many Christians will turn their minds to Lent.This is a period of fasting and marks the 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday. It begins tomorrow March, 1 and the first day of Lent is known as Ash Wednesday.During this time believers will give up something they love to symbolise the time leading up to Jesus' crucifixion when He spent 40 days and nights alone in the desert being tempted by the Devil.Chocolate...

Why is it called Shrove Tuesday?

February 28, 2017, 1:46 am

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Whether you're an avid syrup drizzler or a Nutella spreader, Pancake Day is always something to look forward to. Yes, the time to whisk up your flour, eggs and milk is upon us, for it's Pancake Day. But it's official name is Shrove Tuesday. Have you ever wondered why it is called Shrove Tuesday?Pancake Day or Shrove Tuesday? In case you weren't listening in RE, Shrove Tuesday is a date in the Christian calendar, and always falls 47 days before Easter Sunday. That's why it's on a different day...

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February 28, 2017, 1:54 am

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Living well means looking after your health and wellbeing and making good decision for both your present and your future. There's lots of ways where you can make the choice to live your life well, starting with what you choose to eat for breakfast right through to picking the right representative to make sure any legal proceedings you face go smoothly and stress-free. So we have rounded up some advice and articles to help you along the way, starting with Starting Well, where you will find...

Coroner to deliver verdicts at inquest into deaths of Tunisia...

February 28, 2017, 3:00 am

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The coroner at the inquest into the deaths of 30 Britons killed by an extremist gunman in Tunisia is delivering his conclusions. Scunthorpe woman Claire Windass was one of the 30 British victims. Judge Nicholas Loraine-Smith was expected to reject requests that "neglect" by holiday firms and hotels contributed to their deaths, after Seifeddine Rezgui opened fire in Sousse on June 26, 2015, shooting 38 people dead. The inquest into the deaths at the five-star Riu Imperial Marhaba...

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February 28, 2017, 3:15 am

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The response by the police following the terrorist attack in Tunisia was "at best shambolic, at worst cowardly". Judge Nicholas Loraine-Smith was delivering his verdicts at the inquest into the deaths of 30 Britons, after Seifeddine Rezgui opened fire in Sousse on June 26, 2015, shooting 38 people dead. Among the dead were Scunthorpe woman Claire Windass, 54, and Carly Lovett, 24, from Gainsborough. All 30 British victims of the 2015 Tunisia terror attacker were "unlawfully...

Scunthorpe children treated on Pancake Day

February 28, 2017, 3:39 am

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LUCKY children at a school in Scunthorpe were treated to pancakes today - but only if they had the right change! The children in reception at St Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy were given money and a choice of toppings each with a different value. Strike! Scunthorpe bowling prodigy sweeps up yet again!The clever kids were then able to go to the front of the class and use their tender to make their masterpieces. Have a look at our video below - Friends Emily...

Over 100 mourners attend funeral of Hayley Gascoigne

February 28, 2017, 3:40 am

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MOURNERS packed out the Woodlands Crematorium in Scunthorpe this morning (Tuesday, February 28) for the funeral of Hayley Gascoigne. The Scunthorpe mum-of-four tragically collapsed and died, aged 32, after being given a judgement in a family court hearing at Hull Crown Court on January 26. She would have been 33 last Thursday (February 23). Julianne Paige led the service, which was opened with the song Eternal Flame by The Bangles. Pictures of Hayley were shown on a screen during the...

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February 28, 2017, 5:20 am

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POTENTIAL firefighters flocked to Scunthorpe Fire Station yesterday (Monday, February 27) as the station held a positive recruitment day. The event was held to encourage more black and ethnic minority candidates as well as women to try a taster session at the station. Those that attended were treated to tests such as climbing the ladder, handling fire hoses and carrying makeshift casualties away from an incident. Paul Cook, senior HR officer at Humberside Fire and Rescue, said that the...

Council to receive extra funding to support victims of domestic...

February 28, 2017, 6:40 am

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North Lincolnshire Council has been awarded extra funding to provide support for survivors of domestic abuse. The council is part of four authorities that will receive a share of a grant of £400,000 from the Department for Local Government and Communities to help with support for victims over the next two-years. Along with three other councils in northern Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire, the councils have identified a number of priority needs for victims who have complex issues such as...

Homeless back on landings & staircases of Scunthorpe flats

February 28, 2017, 6:52 am

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HOMELESS men are back sleeping on the landings and staircases of the Trent View House block of flats on Scunthorpe's Westcliff Estate. Concerned tenants thought the problem was over after a previous squatter was found emergency accommodation by North Lincolnshire Council. One resident said: "Now we have three or four people sleeping rough and they even lay out carpets to sleep on. It's a nightmare." The 14-storey block built in the 1960s as Langland House, is now owned by Ongo...

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February 28, 2017, 7:01 am

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Schools in North Lincolnshire will have to teach compulsory sex education and relationship classes under new government plans. Education Secretary, Justine Greening, is expected to announce today (February 28) that schools across the UK will now have to teach the subject to children from the age of four. Currently, local authority run schools teach sex education but under new plans the government intends to make it compulsory for all UK schools to teach the subject. More: Why is it called...

Inquest opens into death of crash victim Paul Kirby

February 28, 2017, 7:19 am

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AN INQUEST has opened into the death of crash victim Paul Kirby who died after sustaining serious injuries. Humberside Police said Mr Kirby, 46, died last Thursday (February 23) in Hull Royal Infirmary following his admission after the single-vehicle crash on Winterton Road shortly after 6pm on Sunday, February 12. Coroner's officer Janet Newell confirmed this morning (Tuesday, February 28) that the 46-year-old, of South Side, Winteringham, died of a head injury. Police enquiries into the...

Search continues for the most wanted in our region

February 28, 2017, 7:33 am

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HUMBERSIDE Police are still searching for the most wanted criminals in our region. Nine people, including eight men and one woman, were included on the list. The appeal to track them down was launched almost two weeks ago through a partnership between Humberside Police and the Scunthorpe Telegraph. So far, police have confirmed that one person on the list has been found - Michael Jewitt, 32, wanted on prison recall, was arrested and returned to prison. Detective Chief Inspector Nicki...

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February 28, 2017, 7:48 am

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NEW research shows the majority of the UK will be eating three pancakes today (Tuesday, February 28). According to the data from Wren Kitchens, 5 per cent of us will indulge in a pile of eight. In terms of region, the research uncovers that the biggest pancake eaters are those living in London; consuming an average of four pancakes each. But what will be topping these tasty traditional treats with? The survey of 2,000 Brits reveals that nearly half of us will be adorning our pancakes with...

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February 28, 2017, 7:58 am

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FORMER Brigg and Goole MP Ian Cawsey will appear in a second series of television show Unspun - which starts tomorrow night (Wednesday, March 1). The topical and political comedy show features Mr Cawsey with his parliamentary rock band MP4. The group are the house band for the show and will join in the weekly banter with Matt Forde. It will be shown on Dave from 10pm tomorrow night and the new series will run for six consecutive weeks until April 5. Speaking about the show, Mr Cawsey...

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February 28, 2017, 8:19 am

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An event aimed at preparing young people with educational needs and disabilities will be held in North Lincolnshire this March. The event will be held at North Lindsey College on March 17 from 9.30am to 12.30pm. It is an opportunity for parents, carers, professionals and young people themselves to improve their knowledge of the services available in North Lincolnshire. More: What is the UK's favourite pancake topping? Vote for yours in our pollCllr David Rose, cabinet member for Children,...

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February 28, 2017, 8:39 am

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A production company is looking for would-be brides for an upcoming television programme that will be broadcast on Channel 5. The brides must be looking to get married before the end of March 2017 to take part in the programme. The show looks to follow up on last minute preparations for the big day, such as decorating the venue and final dress fitting, and is looking to capture the heart warming moment when everything comes together. More: Former Brigg & Goole MP to star in second...

New Subway store set to open tomorrow

February 28, 2017, 9:23 am

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A brand new Subway in Scunthorpe is set to open its doors to the public tomorrow (March 1). The fast food giant is set to open its doors at the Asda store on Burringham road at 7am. Trading hours will be from 7am until 10pm Monday to Saturday and from 9am until 5pm on Sundays. The branch is to become the sixth in Scunthorpe. Read today's top storiesFollow us on Facebook and Twitter

Property firm centralises staff at Scunthorpe site

March 2, 2017, 10:10 pm

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SCUNTHORPE estate agent Paul Fox is to centralise his businesses in Scunthorpe and expand operations into Epworth. A £100,000 investment will see Mr Fox move 30 staff members involved in commercial, sales and lettings next year into the former office of solicitors Sergeant and Collins, at the corner of Mary Street and Oswald Road. Mr Fox, who started up his business 26 years ago, said he planned to retain the historic frontage of the building, which dates back to 1905. More: Man's...