Grimsby Telegraph back issues from January 2008:
Company makes children's dreams come true ; Children had a ball this Christmas - thanks to a Stallingborough chemicals company.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Children had a ball this Christmas - thanks to a Stallingboroughchemicals company. Millennium Inorganic Chemicals provided the charity Magic Moments- which helps children with autism - with 60 tickets for this year'spantomime at Grimsby Auditorium. This act of generosity was ...
Nelc election hopeful turns to the Tories ; A Liberal Democrat party candidate has switched parties and moved to the Conservatives.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Liberal Democrat party candidate has switched parties and movedto the Conservatives. Ann Furneaux, who contested the Waltham ward in the North EastLincolnshire Council local government elections in May, has crossedover to the Tories. She has been selected as the ...
Wards will be contested in may ; Twelve of North East Lincolnshire's 15 wards will be contested on May 1 this year, with less than a third of the 42 councillors seeking election.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Twelve of North East Lincolnshire's 15 wards will be contested onMay 1 this year, with less than a third of the 42 councillorsseeking election. Waltham, West Marsh and Wolds wards will not have elections. On the council, there are ...
Charity worker remembers day she received shoebox ; Ramona Bogodan still treasures the presents from the shoebox she received 13 years ago.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Ramona Bogodan still treasures the presents from the shoebox shereceived 13 years ago. The 24-year-old now works for Ecce Homo, the Samaritan's Pursepartner charity, which organises shoebox distribution in Romania, aswell as other support for children and families. She said: ...
Some bright points - but a year to forget ; After the fans' faith had been renewed somewhat with the return of Alan Buckley at the back end of 2006, the beginning of this past year was a sign of how the next 12 months would pan out.
Jan 01, 2008 ... After the fans' faith had been renewed somewhat with the returnof Alan Buckley at the back end of 2006, the beginning of this pastyear was a sign of how the next 12 months would pan out. It goes without saying that 2007 is definitely a year to forgetfor the Mariners faithful after ...
Regulars remember great watering hole ; This photograph was sent in by Alan Crampton, of Macaulay Street, Grimsby.
Jan 01, 2008 ... This photograph was sent in by Alan Crampton, of Macaulay Street,Grimsby. It shows the Gloucester Arms in ...
Changing face of party politics ; E Greenacre (Viewpoint, November 12) is right to say that people should think before they automatically vote for a political party come election time.
Jan 01, 2008 ... E Greenacre (Viewpoint, November 12) is right to say that peopleshould think before they automatically vote for a political partycome election time. Back in 1997, I wasn't exactly a fan of Tony Blair, but votedLabour to ensure 18 years of Tory rule came to an end. However, ...
Hoping to find more photographs ; "I Read with interest the article on the Free School in Grimsby, which was situated in Town Hall Square (Bygones, Nov 13).
Jan 01, 2008 ... "I Read with interest the article on the Free School in Grimsby,which was situated in Town Hall Square (Bygones, Nov 13). The photograph that accompanied it was from about 1912. "Could I please ask, through the Telegraph, for anyone who hasany photographs of the pupils that ...
Schools lead way in green challenge ; These students are going solar!
Jan 01, 2008 ... These students are going solar! Pupils at Signhills Junior School, Cleethorpes, are leadinglights in the challenge to go green. Headteacher Ken Thompson said: "Finally, after what seems likeforever, we have had solar panels installed on the school roof." The panels ...
Games of war have a serious social history ; Daydreaming of playing at war is the Sunday afternoon pursuit of many little boys.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Daydreaming of playing at war is the Sunday afternoon pursuit ofmany little boys. But not many of them carry the daydream on into adult life -unless you're Chris Crookes and you spend your Sundays re-enactingthe English Civil War. Chris (36) is a member of Captain Johnson's ...
Top award for fundraising work ; Outstanding - that's how one woman's contribution to the community was described.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Outstanding - that's how one woman's contribution to thecommunity was described. Mary Gaughan, of North Kelsey Road, Caistor, received a RotaryCommunity Service Award for raising more than pounds25,000 in recentyears for Grimsby's St Andrew's Children's Hospice. She was ...
Dedication to the community ; The most senior officer in North East Lincolnshire's Special Constabulary will retire after more than a decade of service.
Jan 01, 2008 ... The most senior officer in North East Lincolnshire's SpecialConstabulary will retire after more than a decade of service. Special Superintendent Ron Wylie has announced he will step downafter eight years in his current role and 11 years with the SpecialConstabulary - the voluntary ...
Super postie ; I Would just like to say a big thank you to our postman Brian, who delivers post in the Weelsby Road area.
Jan 01, 2008 ... I Would just like to say a big thank you to our postman Brian,who delivers post in the Weelsby Road area. He is constantly calling at the house to deliver parcels whichare too big to fit through the letterbox. He is very polite and nothing is ...
Children hang up their dummies on special tree ; Discard that dummy!
Jan 01, 2008 ... Discard that dummy! That was the message to parents at a special dummy awareness dayin Cleethorpes. The event was hosted by North East Lincolnshire Council at theReynolds Children Centre and featured a nurse telling parents abouthow dummies affect children's speech ...
Vandals ruin new signal box facility ; A Popular tourist attraction in Cleethorpes has been vandalised.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Popular tourist attraction in Cleethorpes has been vandalised. The Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway - which attracts thousandsof visitors - was attacked by vandals, causing about pounds1,000damage. The target was the brand new signal box at Anthony's Bank, whichwas only ...
Not many inviting shop fronts
Jan 01, 2008 ... Headline: A fear of competition? Intro: Re: The letter questioning the cost of the VictoriaStreet, Grimsby, pedestrianisation. Name: E Greenacre Location: Grimsby Comments: There is certainly scope for some competition. If youenter the new pedestrian area ...
Will measures stop uninsured?
Jan 01, 2008 ... Headline: A46 safety scheme under fresh attack Intro: Safety proposals for the Laceby bypass have beencriticised by a campaigner. Name: John Location: ...
Shoeboxes bring joy to grateful children ; A Sea of smiles greeted a team of volunteers as they handed out shoeboxes to poor youngsters in Romania.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Sea of smiles greeted a team of volunteers as they handed outshoeboxes to poor youngsters in Romania. Operation Christmas Child brings joy to more than a million ofthe world's poorest children. And those smiles could not have been wider as the team made itsfirst ...
All together now 'he's behind you' ; With only a short time to go, a Louth theatrical company is limbering up for its annual pantomime.
Jan 01, 2008 ... With only a short time to go, a Louth theatrical company islimbering up for its annual pantomime. Dick Whittington begins on Friday, January 11 at the RiverheadTheatre, and the Louth Playgoers are in last minute rehearsals,putting up props and setting up scenery. Director Sue ...
Working hard for your entertainment ; We Got a look behind the scenes of the Louth Playgoers' production of Dick Whittington, to see how the audience's experience is designed long before they take their seats in January.
Jan 01, 2008 ... We Got a look behind the scenes of the Louth Playgoers'production of Dick Whittington, to see how the audience's experienceis designed long before they take their seats in January. Eric Cahill, assistant deputy stage manager heads up theproduction of the impressive set pieces. He ...
Luxurious health spa opens doors ; An enterprising mum and her two daughters have combined their health backgrounds to launch a new venture.
Jan 01, 2008 ... An enterprising mum and her two daughters have combined theirhealth backgrounds to launch a new venture. Aqua Viva Health is a luxury alternative therapy and detox spa,opened in Grimsby's Abbeygate - just in time for the new yeardetox. It is the brainchild of Sue Kalson, who ...
Businessman lands chocolate contract ; Grimsby businessman Chris Coney is celebrating the sweet taste of success... after beating a London agency to land a prestigious contract.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Grimsby businessman Chris Coney is celebrating the sweet taste ofsuccess ... after beating a London agency to land a prestigiouscontract. Mr Coney, who is a member of a global network of internetconsultants, won the contract to provide online commerce facilitiesfor a luxury ...
Butts wants happy new year ; Grimsby Town striker Martin Butler is hoping 2008 will be the year he makes a name for himself at Blundell Park.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Grimsby Town striker Martin Butler is hoping 2008 will be theyear he makes a name for himself at Blundell Park. The former Walsall man become a permanent Mariner today after hisloan deal turned into a full-time switch to Cleethorpes. And he was aiming for three points at ...
Williamson looks to banish festive woes ; Grimsby Town head west to Chester in confident mood after a morale- boosting derby win ushered out a dismal 2007.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Grimsby Town head west to Chester in confident mood after amorale-boosting derby win ushered out a dismal 2007. But there's no festive feeling about their hosts today as BobbyWilliamson looks to banish the memory of a dismal 3-0 defeat tostruggling Brentford at the ...
Butler hopes for happy '08 ; Two back with the injury and it's frustrating.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Two back with the injury and it's frustrating. "But I'm not the first player to go through that and hopefully Iwill show the fans what I can do in games to come. "As far as I'm concerned the permanent deal is all done anddusted and I'm looking to concentrate on my ...
Umpires' course ; A New cricket umpires' course begins later this month.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A New cricket umpires' course begins later this month. Anyone who is interested in becoming an umpire, whether it is fortheir local team, evening league team or school side, is welcome toattend the course - which is run by the Grimsby and DistrictUmpires and Scorers ...
Swimmers get their rewards ; The Pilgrim Swimming Club of Immingham has held its annual awards night.
Jan 01, 2008 ... The Pilgrim Swimming Club of Immingham has held its annual awardsnight. The awards were presented by Jayne Day, headmistress of CoombeBriggs School, and Betty Marsh, from Humberston Hydrotherapy Pool. The winners were: Pool Lifeguard Award: Rhys Harrison Level ...
Arson threat made in bid to get back into prison ; Convicted arsonist David Smith threatened to burn down Grimsby's hospital as a way of getting himself locked up.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Convicted arsonist David Smith threatened to burn down Grimsby'shospital as a way of getting himself locked up. He bought a lighter and warned police he would start a firethere, a court heard. Smith (59), of no fixed address, admitted threatening to damageproperty and having ...
Youngsters think up new name for yarborough ; A Fresh start calls for fresh ideas, and these children have plenty of those.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Fresh start calls for fresh ideas, and these children haveplenty of those. As reported, plans for the redevelopment of Grimsby's Yarboroughestate are picking up speed, meaning developers are now looking toits future residents for a youthful perspective. Pupils at Yarborough ...
Mum celebrates 90 wonderful years ; A Much loved great grandmother celebrated her 90th birthday with 49 descendents there to wish her well.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Much loved great grandmother celebrated her 90th birthday with49 descendents there to wish her well. Louisa Ada Pearce arrived by Rolls Royce at the packed-out partyin TC's pub on Grimsby Docks. Sitting on a glittering gold throne she welcomed her 11 children,28 ...
Grand news for you and the whole family ; Many parents will have no option but to tighten their financial belts after all the presents that have been unwrapped this Christmas.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Many parents will have no option but to tighten their financialbelts after all the presents that have been unwrapped thisChristmas. By the time the festive paper hit the floor on December 25,parents had spent a whopping average of pounds181 on presents foreach of their ...
Area's army cadets out in force during festive spell ; Lincolnshire Army Cadets have been hard at work training at Beckingham training camp, near Newark.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Lincolnshire Army Cadets have been hard at work training atBeckingham training camp, near Newark. The girls and boys of One Company and Four Company includeddetachments from Brookenby, Louth, Mablethorpe, Market Rasen and North Somercotes. Recruits were trained on basic ...
Deadline extended ; Cleethorpes' pounds1.8-million events arena should have been completed yesterday.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Cleethorpes' pounds1.8-million events arena should have beencompleted yesterday. But as these pictures show, it is still not ready. The external work on the new arena - one of North EastLincolnshire Council's flagship developments - was due to becompleted on December ...
The three generations ; Louisa's children are Gloria (62), Val (60), Brian (59), Mary (56), Ray (55), Ronnie (54), Eve (52), Geoff (50), Steven(49), Karin (44) and Graham (43).
Jan 01, 2008 ... Louisa's children are Gloria (62), Val (60), Brian (59), Mary(56), Ray (55), Ronnie (54), Eve (52), Geoff (50), Steven(49), Karin(44) and Graham (43). Her grandchildren are Jeremy, Charlotte, Jonathan, Angela, Simon,Danielle, Kristy, Ryan, Nicola, Laura, ...
Man rescued as blaze rips through takeaway ; A Suspicious blaze ripped through a pizza shop in the early hours of today.
Jan 01, 2008 ... A Suspicious blaze ripped through a pizza shop in the early hoursof today. A man in the flat above Planet Pizza, in Cromwell Road, Grimsby,had to be rescued by firefighters but was unhurt. Humberside Police are now investigating the fire, which happenedat 3.58am. An ...
'Privileged to have met these children' ; Every child I met in Romania touched my heart, but there was one boy I will never forget.
Jan 01, 2008 ... Every child I met in Romania touched my heart, but there was oneboy I will never forget. It was during a visit to an intensive care unit at a paediatrichospital in Cluj-Napoca that fellow team member Lynne Highy and Imet 14-year-old Adrien. We were told before we entered his ...
Ashley signs year off in century style ; There has been a hive of activity in the Roy Ling Mutual Grimsby Snooker Doubles League during the Christmas 'break' as no fewer than five re-arranged matches took place.
Jan 02, 2008 ... There has been a hive of activity in the Roy Ling Mutual GrimsbySnooker Doubles League during the Christmas 'break' as no fewer thanfive re-arranged matches took place. Three came in the Premier Section and could have a major bearingin the championship stakes. Cue World ...
Overall reduction in crime in Cleethorpes ; Crime in Cleethorpes has gone down according to new figures.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Crime in Cleethorpes has gone down according to new figures. But a survey conducted by Humberside Police indicated publicsatisfaction with the force had decreased. The annual statistics, revealed at a Police Authority Crime andDrug Team meeting for Cleethorpes South, showed an ...
Keen pupils help earn sports awards ; Dozens of schools are celebrating after receiving a prestigious national sports award.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Dozens of schools are celebrating after receiving a prestigiousnational sports award. The Activemark award has been presented to 42 primary schools,while six secondary schools received Sportsmark awards. Cambridge Park School, Humberston Park School and the authority'sPupil ...
Recognised for their success ; Schools that received an Activemark award:
Jan 02, 2008 ... Schools that received an Activemark award: William Barcroft Junior; Elliston Infants'; Queen Mary AvenueInfants'; Reynolds Junior; New Waltham Primary; Thrunscoe Infants';Enfield Primary; Thrunscoe Junior; Signhills Infants'; SignhillsJunior; Middlethorpe Primary; Reynolds ...
Residents shown how to keep safe and secure ; Crime prevention goodies were handed out over three days of action in Immingham, Stallingborough, Healing and Habrough.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Crime prevention goodies were handed out over three days ofaction in Immingham, Stallingborough, Healing and Habrough. Police Community Support Officers, firefighters and North EastLincolnshire Council's neighbourhood safety officers spoke withresidents about a wide range of ...
Organists line-up for concerts ; The North Lincolnshire Theatre Organ Preservation Society has an impressive line-up of guest musicians set to appear in 2008.
Jan 02, 2008 ... The North Lincolnshire Theatre Organ Preservation Society has animpressive line-up of guest musicians set to appear in 2008. The concerts, held at Louth Town Hall, give audiences a chance tohear the distinctive sound of the hall's three-manual 10-rankCompton theatre organ, which ...
Helping children of the Asian tsunami ; Children affected by the Asian tsunami were remembered at a sponsored walk on the third anniversary of the disaster.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Children affected by the Asian tsunami were remembered at asponsored walk on the third anniversary of the disaster. The stroll along the seafront was in aid of the Tsunami OrphanageAppeal, which was founded in Grimsby three years ago. It raised pounds150, which brought the ...
Authority to vote on fate of town council ; The fate of Immingham Town Council now rests with North East Lincolnshire Council.
Jan 02, 2008 ... The fate of Immingham Town Council now rests with North EastLincolnshire Council. A vote was passed to put the council under further review as anumber of councillors renewed their determination to abolish the 90-year-old town authority. Under new powers, the decision whether ...
'We have been a co-operative partner in review process ' ; The leader of Immingham Town Council, Coun David Watson, has reacted to the decision to review the future of his council.
Jan 02, 2008 ... The leader of Immingham Town Council, Coun David Watson, hasreacted to the decision to review the future of his council. He said: "Immingham Town Council has been a willing and co-operative partner in the review process attending the majority ofthe overview meetings it was possible ...
Chilling reality about winter ; Drivers are being urged to take care this winter.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Drivers are being urged to take care this winter. As temperatures really start to plummet, Humberside Police arereminding drivers to make safety a priority on slippery roads. The new campaign aims to cut the number of accidents and includesa hard-hitting radio ...
Joyful choral music celebrates Christmas ; Louth Choral Society's Sing Noel Concert continued its tradition of innovation and quality at this year's event in Louth Town Hall, featuring the Market Rasen (RPC) Band as well as the main and children's choirs.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Louth Choral Society's Sing Noel Concert continued its traditionof innovation and quality at this year's event in Louth Town Hall,featuring the Market Rasen (RPC) Band as well as the main andchildren's choirs. The Christmas scene was set immediately by the brass band ...
'Police time is being wasted' ; A Man feels police time is being wasted by operators who are not familiar with the areas where crimes are being committed.
Jan 02, 2008 ... A Man feels police time is being wasted by operators who are notfamiliar with the areas where crimes are being committed. Former Grimsby resident John Treacher (38) was driving into thetown from Lincoln along the A46 when he was overtaken by a motoristhe describes as "behaving ...
Graysons going green for children's future ; Meet the green Graysons!
Jan 02, 2008 ... Meet the green Graysons! This plucky family let us delve inside their dustbins to discoverjust how great it is to go green. The Grayson family from Rothwell, near Caistor, only ever halffill their rubbish bin and recycle everything under the sun. Ross Grayson (34) is a ...
'Amazing what we recycle' ; Six-year-old William Grayson kept a diary of what his family recycled and did to help the environment during a normal week.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Six-year-old William Grayson kept a diary of what his familyrecycled and did to help the environment during a normal week. Day 1 Recycling: A 250ml drinking water bottle, a 330ml fizzy waterbottle, a yoghurt drink pot, plastic milk carton and a browncardboard ...
Children's garden makes real sense ; A New sensory garden and community cafe are to improve the services on offer at a popular children's centre.
Jan 02, 2008 ... A New sensory garden and community cafe are to improve theservices on offer at a popular children's centre. Cleethorpes Children Centre, off Grimsby Road, held a celebratoryparty to unveil a state-of-the-art sensory garden and daytime cafe. Sarah Impey, children's centre ...
Staff 'pucks' money where their mouth is ; These ice hockey players certainly know how to "pucker" up for charity!
Jan 02, 2008 ... These ice hockey players certainly know how to "pucker" up forcharity! A lightening-paced ice hockey match thrilled the crowds atGrimsby Ice Rink, raising valuable funds for seriously ill children. The match saw a team of rookie players - comprising of staff fromGrimsby ...
Playwright pens scripts for Hong Kong jamboree ; This playwright has sent scripts on an oriental express!
Jan 02, 2008 ... This playwright has sent scripts on an oriental express! David Wrightam, from Grimsby, has produced work for theprestigious 2008 Hong Kong Arts Festival. In a showbiz filled career, Mr Wrightam - the founder, writer anddirector of the Class Act theatre group - has, himself, ...
Breath of fresh air ; A New air conditioning system has transformed an exercise programme designed for respiratory patients.
Jan 02, 2008 ... A New air conditioning system has transformed an exerciseprogramme designed for respiratory patients. The Pilgrim Primary Care Centre, in Immingham, runs a pulmonaryrehabilitation programme for people with respiratory disease, andwhen the rehab room became increasingly humid, ...
Stay alert and help to save a hedgehog ; Hedgehogs are having a hard time this winter - and experts want you to help.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Hedgehogs are having a hard time this winter - and experts wantyou to help. Changes in the weather - and the particularly late onset ofwinter - have meant the endearing prickly creatures have been leftconfused and prone to ill-health. But by keeping an eye open, you could ...
Advice given on what to do ; Experts have offered Telegraph readers advice on helping hedgehogs.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Experts have offered Telegraph readers advice on helpinghedgehogs. Elaine Dury, of Louth Hedgehog Hospital, said: "If you see a verysmall hedgehog, or one out during the daytime, it is a clearindication something is wrong with it. "The best thing to do is contact a hedgehog ...
Ten-man cgb roll Rovers over ; An under-strength CGB Humbertherm won 4-1 at Caistor Rover in the Sills & Betteridge Lincolnshire Football League.
Jan 02, 2008 ... An under-strength CGB Humbertherm won 4-1 at Caistor Rover in theSills & Betteridge Lincolnshire Football League. Despite also being up against a strong head-wind, they raced intoa 4-0 lead within 30 minutes. Jason Flint opened the scoring from 12 yards before a Carl ...
Student helps out blue cross ; Hedgehog's aren't the only creatures suffering at this time of year.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Hedgehog's aren't the only creatures suffering at this time ofyear. Many people still feel a pet is an ideal Christmas presentwithout thinking of the lifelong commitment. A spokesperson for the Blue Cross Animal Hospital, Grimsby, saidthat by New Year's Day they are always ...
Mariners start the year with a bang ; Grimsby Town got 2008 off to a winning start at Chester to make it back-to-back victories in the space of four days.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Grimsby Town got 2008 off to a winning start at Chester to makeit back-to-back victories in the space of four days. And, just like the crucial derby triumph over Lincoln that sawout 2007, it was a result that was never in doubt once they hadtaken the lead. If Chester are a ...
Trust students compete for riding school honours ; Talk about horsing around!
Jan 02, 2008 ... Talk about horsing around! Seven young people from Linkage Community Trust, a specialeducation college for young adults with learning disabilities, havebeen taking an accredited course in stable management at WeelsbyPark Riding School. And to show off what they have learned, ...
'Scrooge' fire chief dampens spirits ; A Fire chief has been branded a Scrooge after refusing to allow a charity car wash to take place on station premises.
Jan 02, 2008 ... A Fire chief has been branded a Scrooge after refusing to allow acharity car wash to take place on station premises. As reported, crew members from Waltham Fire Station organised theevent in aid of the Fire Services National Benevolent Fund - and torally support against proposed ...
As straight as...? ; I Enclose a couple of photographs I took earlier this year on both sides of the road at the front of my house when the council department sent its double yellow line paint renewal service.
Jan 02, 2008 ... I Enclose a couple of photographs I took earlier this year onboth sides of the road at the front of my house when the councildepartment sent its double yellow line paint renewal service. The first photograph was ...
Rob joy at first goal ; Rob Atkinson was as relieved as he was elated after heading the goal which sealed a 2-0 win for Grimsby Town at Chester City.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Rob Atkinson was as relieved as he was elated after heading thegoal which sealed a 2-0 win for Grimsby Town at Chester City. The 20-year-old extended his loan from Barnsley for another monthon New Year's Eve and celebrated by glancing home Tom Newey's crosssix minutes from time ...
Boss is happy despite first-half horror show ; Grimsby Town manager Alan Buckley felt his side were deserved winners at Chester City yesterday - despite playing their part in one of the "worst first halves of football" he has ever seen.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Grimsby Town manager Alan Buckley felt his side were deservedwinners at Chester City yesterday - despite playing their part inone of the "worst first halves of football" he has ever seen. The Mariners were lucky to be level at 0-0 after a drab opening45 minutes but were ...
Bennett ready for spireites ; Young Grimsby Town defender Ryan Bennett will be available for Saturday's League Two clash at Chesterfield despite picking up a fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's derby win over Lincoln.
Jan 02, 2008 ... Young Grimsby Town defender Ryan Bennett will be available forSaturday's League Two clash at Chesterfield despite picking up afifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's derby win overLincoln. There was some confusion over whether the 17-year-old would sitout a one-match ...