Scunthorpe Evening Telegraph back issues from February 2008:
Workers press claim for pay-off package ; Three years ago, the 322 employees in the bloom and billet mill, the majority of whom belong to the Community trade union, were warned the business would close down in August 2007.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Three years ago, the 322 employees in the bloom and billet mill,the majority of whom belong to the Community trade union, werewarned the business would close down in August 2007. The closure of the mill, which can produce three-million tonnes ayear, was accepted by ...
Staffies have anunfair reputation ; I Feel I must put pen to paper over Mr Leaning's comment regarding Staffies.
Feb 01, 2008 ... I Feel I must put pen to paper over Mr Leaning's commentregarding Staffies. These types of dog seem to bring a real threat to people. We own a Staffie; she is almost eight years old now and neveronce have we had any problems. She plays with our niece and godchildren, ...
Why bother leaving EU? ; In Reply to John Williams, 'Struggle is with the 'Mandarins', (January 21).
Feb 01, 2008 ... In Reply to John Williams, 'Struggle is with the 'Mandarins',(January 21). The first two paragraphs were objective, but then came the usualemotive eurosceptic rant of 'the arrogant political class', 'humblecitizenry', 'puffed-up politicians', 'over-mighty mandarins' ...
We can't stop steel jobs going abroad ; Mr Varin, chief executive of Corus, warns steel jobs could go abroad if the plans to curb greenhouse gas emissions go ahead.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Mr Varin, chief executive of Corus, warns steel jobs could goabroad if the plans to curb greenhouse gas emissions go ahead. I am sure it must be clear to any junior student of economics andindustrial matters that steel jobs will eventually go abroadirrespective of what happens to ...
People do care about the baths ; I Would like to thank Graham Sykes for his letter published in the Scunthorpe Telegraph on January 26 regarding the Baths Hall ('Does general public really care?')
Feb 01, 2008 ... I Would like to thank Graham Sykes for his letter published inthe Scunthorpe Telegraph on January 26 regarding the Baths Hall('Does general public really care?') North Lincolnshire Council is currently consulting with residentsto find out what they want from a new entertainment ...
Tickled pink by good news ; Well done!
Feb 01, 2008 ... Well done! The Scunthorpe Telegraph is today delighted to reveal breast carepatients in northern Lincolnshire are getting the best care in thecountry, thanks to the hard work of nursing staff and our Pink RoseAppeal. Readers of the Scunthorpe Telegraph teamed up with readers ...
'Firms shouldreport crime' ; Firms are being urged to let police know just how much they are suffering from crime.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Firms are being urged to let police know just how much they aresuffering from crime. New campaigns have been launched by groups in the area determinedto highlight the problems. It is believed only around one in eight crimes against businessare reported - often because ...
Lead at top is extended ; App-frod Angels increased their lead at the top of Division One with a comfortable 8-2 victory at Sir John Nelthorpe.
Feb 01, 2008 ... App-frod Angels increased their lead at the top of Division Onewith a comfortable 8-2 victory at Sir John Nelthorpe. Struggling App-Frod Titans gained a good result against animproved Winterton Trinity. Winterton's Darren Rush top-scored with three wins and DaveMidwinter ...
Ollie at double for Brigg ; Brigg Hockey Club got back into gear at Quibell Park.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Brigg Hockey Club got back into gear at Quibell Park. Star of the show was Ollie Reid, who notched two goals and showedplenty of energy and verve in a front running role. Joe Hastings, who has returned to the club from Doncaster, wassolid in defence. Brigg's opener came ...
Off to a first minute flyer ; Scunthorpe Hockey Club extended their unbeaten run to five games with a comfortable win over a young and skilful Sheffield side.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Scunthorpe Hockey Club extended their unbeaten run to five gameswith a comfortable win over a young and skilful Sheffield side. They took the lead in the first minute. An initial shot was savedby the Sheffield keeper and two further strikes rebounded off thepost, but Norman was on ...
Hors is ready to run ; A Sharp nudge towards Glanford Park was enough to persuade Geoff Horsfield that Scunthorpe United was the club for him.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A Sharp nudge towards Glanford Park was enough to persuade GeoffHorsfield that Scunthorpe United was the club for him. Iron legend and Horsfield's Sheffield United team-mate BillySharp 'sold' the club to the veteran target man as he weighed upoffers from rival Championship ...
Steelmen in need of an abramovich ; App-frod joint-manager Simon Shorthose is on the lookout for a Roman Abramovich to come and rescue the Steelmen.
Feb 01, 2008 ... App-frod joint-manager Simon Shorthose is on the lookout for aRoman Abramovich to come and rescue the Steelmen. Shorthose believes not paying players is proving a hindrance tothe team's assault on the table. Frod lost 4-0 to Gedling last Saturday, a club who can afford ...
Housham will not let award be his side's 'kiss of death' ; Brigg Town's dramatic change of fortunes has seen them win the team of the month award for January in the southern section of the Unibond League.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Brigg Town's dramatic change of fortunes has seen them win theteam of the month award for January in the southern section of theUnibond League. Four wins in five games - including a victory at leaders Retford -have seen the Zebras start to climb clear of relegation ...
February will decide fate ; Promotion-chasing Bottesford go into February knowing that this is the month that could decide their championship hopes in division one of the Northern Counties East League.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Promotion-chasing Bottesford go into February knowing that thisis the month that could decide their championship hopes in divisionone of the Northern Counties East League. But whether results on the park will be good enough to see theminto the premier division next season remains ...
No big-time charlies ; Rangers boss Pete Daniel has hit back at claims his all-conquering side have become 'big-time Charlies'.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Rangers boss Pete Daniel has hit back at claims his all-conquering side have become 'big-time Charlies'. His side responded to alleged taunts within 'football circles' bysmashing five past Humber rivals Hall Road Rangers to reach roundfour of the NCEL League Cup. "It is ...
Win was 'a long time coming' ; Good things come to those who wait, as Scunthorpe RUFC coach Nick Humphries found out last week.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Good things come to those who wait, as Scunthorpe RUFC coach NickHumphries found out last week. The Greens banked their first away win of the Midlands Onecampaign, edging past Kenilworth 17-15 in the final moments onSaturday. It was a victory which lifted Scunthorpe off the ...
Special guestsat WI's 90thbirthday party ; Broadcaster and columnist Canon Roger Royle swapped the airwaves for a trip to North Lincolnshire to be a guest at a special birthday party.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Broadcaster and columnist Canon Roger Royle swapped the airwavesfor a trip to North Lincolnshire to be a guest at a special birthdayparty. The well-known 'voice' of Radio 2, a regular contributor on theWake Up to Wogan show, provided the entertainment at the 90thanniversary ...
pounds55m steel deal is 'blooming' ; A pounds55-million investment on a new steel bloom casting machine on the Scunthorpe Corus works is starting to realise benefits through increased volumes.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A pounds55-million investment on a new steel bloom castingmachine on the Scunthorpe Corus works is starting to realisebenefits through increased volumes. But five months after it was to due to be fully commissioned, theStarsign project, also known as Caster 5, is still not ...
White van man given 20-month ban for drink driving ; A White van man was banned from driving for 20 months after he admitted a drink driving offence.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A White van man was banned from driving for 20 months after headmitted a drink driving offence. Christopher Bills (26), of Westgate Road, Belton, was driving anLDV van along the A161 near Crowle at about 1am on January 20. His driving was said to be erratic and he was pulled ...
Hospice and school benefit ; A School and a local hospice will benefit from a special concert being staged by The Laughter Through Tears theatrical company.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A School and a local hospice will benefit from a special concertbeing staged by The Laughter Through Tears theatrical company. The Scunthorpe-based group will be stepping out on stage at TheHouse in Brumby Wood Lane to present a rousing Last Night of theProms event on Saturday, ...
Readers are living for the weekend ; As The weekend approaches, it is clear Scunthorpe Telegraph readers are set for a whole lot of fun.
Feb 01, 2008 ... As The weekend approaches, it is clear Scunthorpe Telegraphreaders are set for a whole lot of fun. As the latest selection of YorPix shows, you know how to let yourhair down, whether it is in your local pub, or following the Ironhome and away. If you're a party animal and ...
Severe weather set to continue ; Severe weather warnings have been issued for the region today, with snow and strong winds expected.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Severe weather warnings have been issued for the region today,with snow and strong winds expected. Sunshine with frequent showers, mainly of heavy snow, to a depthof several centimetres, are predicted by the Met Office, which saysbitterly cold northwest winds will mean a maximum ...
Flash bang what a science lesson! ; Lessons must be more 'flash bang' exciting, Government ministers have announced.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Lessons must be more 'flash bang' exciting, Government ministershave announced. Schools nationally will receive pounds140-million over the nextthree years to improve maths, science, technology and engineeringteaching. The cash has not yet been broken down into local authority ...
Mum misses pounds19m jackpot by one ball ; A Lucky ticket which brought a mum-to-be close to being a multi- millionaire was sold at a Scunthorpe supermarket.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A Lucky ticket which brought a mum-to-be close to being a multi-millionaire was sold at a Scunthorpe supermarket. Staff at Sainsbury's sold the National Lottery ticket, which hadfive correct numbers, to a pregnant mum on Saturday when the jackpotwas almost ...
Two-year ban for drink driver ; A Tip-off to police led to the arrest of a drink driver, a court heard.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A Tip-off to police led to the arrest of a drink driver, a courtheard. Debbie Sanders, prosecuting at North Lincolnshire Magistrates'Court, said Graham North was seen leaving a pub. "At about 6.30pm on January 18, police were alerted to a possibledrink driver who was leaving ...
Men admit illegal hunting charge ; Two owners of lurcher dogs have admitted hunting hares on a farm in the Isle of Axholme.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Two owners of lurcher dogs have admitted hunting hares on a farmin the Isle of Axholme. Debbie Sanders, prosecuting at North Lincolnshire Magistrates'Court, said police were called to a farmer's field at about 9.45amon December 8. There were two four wheel drive vehicles ...
Offender prefers prisonto community service ; A Man who said he would rather be jailed than carry out a stringent community order, had his wish granted.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A Man who said he would rather be jailed than carry out astringent community order, had his wish granted. Shane Bratton (22), of Pasture Road, Barton-Upon-Humber, admittedbreach of a suspended sentence order when he appeared at NorthLincolnshire Magistrates' Court. Ian ...
Serious injuries on rise in car accidents ; Serious injuries in car accidents are rising.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Serious injuries in car accidents are rising. The number of people badly hurt in crashes has gone up by morethan 30 per cent in the past year, according to figures from theNorth Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership (NLRSP). In 2007, 130 people were seriously injured and nine ...
Win next vouchers ; The festive season is over, but the Scunthorpe Telegraph is helping readers beat the winter blues.
Feb 01, 2008 ... The festive season is over, but the Scunthorpe Telegraph ishelping readers beat the winter blues. The Scunthorpe Telegraph is conducting a survey into Christmassavings clubs and would like your views. Thousands of people up and down the country save money withspecial clubs to ...
Cats poisoned with anti-freeze ; Postmortems on three cats believed to have been poisoned have revealed the cause of their deaths.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Postmortems on three cats believed to have been poisoned haverevealed the cause of their deaths. The RSPCA said tests showed anti-freeze caused the cats to becomeill and die about 12 hours later in Wordsworth Road, Westcliff. Despite the dangers, the RSPCA said the mix of ...
'Best breast cancercare in the country' ; Breast cancer patients are getting the best treatment in the country, thanks to the Pink Rose Unit, funded partly by Scunthorpe Telegraph readers.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Breast cancer patients are getting the best treatment in thecountry, thanks to the Pink Rose Unit, funded partly by ScunthorpeTelegraph readers. The successful campaign, run by the Grimsby and ScunthorpeTelegraphs, for the new unit at Grimsby's Diana, Princess of WalesHospital, ...
Man assaulted former partner and her mother ; A Man who admitted assaulting both his ex-partner and her mother was ordered to pay the two women a total of pounds250 compensation.
Feb 01, 2008 ... A Man who admitted assaulting both his ex-partner and her motherwas ordered to pay the two women a total of pounds250 compensation. Giving the background to the case, prosecutor Dennis Aisthorpetold North Lincolnshire magistrates Natasha Drant was the ex-partner of Christopher ...
Missing woman haslinks with Scunthorpe ; Police are concerned for a 34-year-old woman, with links to Scunthorpe, who has not been seen for three weeks.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Police are concerned for a 34-year-old woman, with links toScunthorpe, who has not been seen for three weeks. Rachel Ann Winder, of Newington Street, Hull, was last seen at1pm on Thursday, January 10, at work at the Emmanuelle Nursing Homein Hessle. She was expected to return ...
Church taped off in attack probe ; Scunthorpe's oldest church had its porch taped off after a man was seriously injured in an attack which left him unconscious.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Scunthorpe's oldest church had its porch taped off after a manwas seriously injured in an attack which left him unconscious. The man, thought to be in his late 20s or early 30s, is stillrecovering from a head injury at Scunthorpe General Hospital. Blood was yesterday visible in ...
Winner: 'I would give it all back' ; The winner of the pounds19-million jackpot declared he would give all the money back if he could have his health and the chance to live a longer life with his wife.
Feb 01, 2008 ... The winner of the pounds19-million jackpot declared he would giveall the money back if he could have his health and the chance tolive a longer life with his wife. Stephen Smith (58), from Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, said hewas 'over the moon' about the huge windfall, but it was ...
'Taxi driver drove off with my purse' ; A MUM-of-three who could not afford a taxi fare claims the driver took her lottery tickets and precious pictures.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A MUM-of-three who could not afford a taxi fare claims the drivertook her lottery tickets and precious pictures. Samantha Coles (33), of St Margaret's Walk, Ashby, was left onher own in a taxi after she claimed her three friends left. She said they had been at a friend's house ...
Was Arthur part of Brigg round table? ; Could King Arthur, the legendary leader of the Britons in the sixth century, have set up camp with his Knights of the Round Table in Brigg?
Feb 02, 2008 ... Could King Arthur, the legendary leader of the Britons in thesixth century, have set up camp with his Knights of the Round Tablein Brigg? This fascinating question has been raised in a newly-publishedbooked called the The Anglo Saxon Kingdom of Lindsey. Author Dr Kevin Leahy ...
Possible historic links to Lincs ; An Historical tug-of-war over the rights to claim Arthur as a local hero has continued for centuries.
Feb 02, 2008 ... An Historical tug-of-war over the rights to claim Arthur as alocal hero has continued for centuries. The romance, mystery and courage of the tales are their greatestlure. In the years after the Romans left Britain for good in 410AD, theisland was plagued by raiders and ...
Buy buy baby! ; Seventies heart-throb Les McKeown, from the Bay City Rollers, has rolled into Scunthorpe to open the town's newest business.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Seventies heart-throb Les McKeown, from the Bay City Rollers, hasrolled into Scunthorpe to open the town's newest business. And the lead singer, whose chart-topping hits with the groupincluded Bye Bye Baby, is now hoping to be the number one choice forpeople looking for a ...
Church porch victim 'lucky to be alive' ; An Attack victim who was found unconscious in the porch of a church is 'lucky to be alive'.
Feb 02, 2008 ... An Attack victim who was found unconscious in the porch of achurch is 'lucky to be alive'. Detectives investigating the attack on the 32-year-old homelessman are anxious to catch his attacker and are appealing for anywitnesses to come forward. The seriously injured man, who ...
Focusing on lung disease ; A Specialist nurse will hold an information session on a lung disease later this month.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A Specialist nurse will hold an information session on a lungdisease later this month. Brigg's Riverside Surgery practice director Brian Austen ispleased to offer the first educational event of this type arrangedfor patients and carers of people with Chronic Obstructive ...
B side beats a team in division two match ; Scunthorpe B beat Scunthorpe A in the Lincs League division two.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Scunthorpe B beat Scunthorpe A in the Lincs League division two. J Hulley, B Pratten and W Bazley won their games for Scunthorpe Bagainst J Day, S Smart and J Hutchinson, but D Turner won against ADixon. A number of Scunthorpe area players were in the Lincolnshire teamwhich ...
Win next vouchers ; The festive season is over, but the Scunthorpe Telegraph is helping readers beat the winter blues.
Feb 02, 2008 ... The festive season is over, but the Scunthorpe Telegraph ishelping readers beat the winter blues. The Scunthorpe Telegraph is conducting a survey into Christmassavings clubs and would like your views. Thousands of people up and down the country save money withspecial clubs to ...
Victory in trophy competition ; The final of the Bainton Trophy competition was held at Dunholme.
Feb 02, 2008 ... The final of the Bainton Trophy competition was held at Dunholme. The Bainton is the premier pairs competition in Lincolnshire andthe top two pairs in the final qualify to represent the county inthe national Corwen Trophy competition. The 14 highest placed pairs in the ...
Stole aftershave for birthday gift ; A Shoplifter, who took aftershave worth pounds40 from a Scunthorpe store, told North Lincolnshire Magistrates' Court it was for a friend's birthday.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A Shoplifter, who took aftershave worth pounds40 from aScunthorpe store, told North Lincolnshire Magistrates' Court it wasfor a friend's birthday. Prosecutor Debbie Sanders said Viktoras Spudulis went to theBoots store on January 11. He was watched by a store detective and, ...
Merger plansset to unitesikh temples ; A Religious merger is set to unite the town's Sikh temples in a national first.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A Religious merger is set to unite the town's Sikh temples in anational first. From next month, just one of Scunthorpe's two temples will beused for worship and the other will become a social centre. The decision to keep just one venue for prayer was made aftertemple leaders ...
Where the boys are ; Today in YorPix we feature an all-male line-up, from tiny tots to more senior gents.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Today in YorPix we feature an all-male line-up, from tiny tots tomore senior gents. And one young feller is starting early, keeping up with the newsin the Scunthorpe Telegraph. You too can see YorPix featured on this page. If you have snappedsomeone you love, or an ...
Young guns will keep spirits up - Goodwin ; It's a comment which features frequently in Scunthorpe United manager Nigel Adkins' media interviews.
Feb 02, 2008 ... It's a comment which features frequently in Scunthorpe Unitedmanager Nigel Adkins' media interviews. And the fact that the current Iron squad 'has an average age of22' may work in the club's favour as they battle to beat the drop. Midfielder Jim Goodwin claims United's young ...
Plumb lines up wins for under eights ; It Was a bittersweet victory for Scunthorpe's under-eight team against Doncaster.
Feb 02, 2008 ... It Was a bittersweet victory for Scunthorpe's under-eight teamagainst Doncaster. In the first match, Archie Swain sprinted past several Doncasterplayers to score two tries. He was supported by the rest of the team, who closed down theDoncaster players and fought with true ...
Dealing is not over yet ; The transfer window might now have closed - but Scunthorpe United manager Nigel Adkins may not have finished his dealings.
Feb 02, 2008 ... The transfer window might now have closed - but Scunthorpe Unitedmanager Nigel Adkins may not have finished his dealings. The loan market opens again in a week's time, giving the Ironboss more scope to strengthen his squad still further. With winger Cleveland Taylor now having ...
The Butler did it for tigers ; Park Tigers Colts earned their stripes in the biggest win of the day as they roared to a 19-0 success at Limestone.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Park Tigers Colts earned their stripes in the biggest win of theday as they roared to a 19-0 success at Limestone. L Butler was in seventh heaven with a haul of goals in round oneof the Under-12 Divisional Trophy. Brigg Town Colts too, made double figures with an 11-2 ...
Tribute to Mick atkin ; Scunthorpe United will observe a tribute to former player Mick Atkin before tomorrow's game against Charlton.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Scunthorpe United will observe a tribute to former player MickAtkin before tomorrow's game against Charlton. Atkin made a total of 140 first team appearances for the Iron andwas a memnber of the team that pulled off one of the club's mostfamous FA Cup triumphs - ...
Hoping united have backed a winner with hors ; Headline: Hors ready to run
Feb 02, 2008 ... Headline: Hors ready to run Story: Scunthorpe United have signed striker Geoff Horsfield onloan from Sheffield United until the end of the season. COMMENTS: It's nice to see that the club do read these commentsas I first said he was the type of player we needed. Best of luck ...
Colts bow out of Yorkshire cup ; The Caparo Colts bowed out of the Yorkshire Cup in the second round after a tough home tie.
Feb 02, 2008 ... The Caparo Colts bowed out of the Yorkshire Cup in the secondround after a tough home tie. The Greens dominated the opening stages, with Middlesbroughstruggling to get out of their own half. But gradually it was the visitors who got into the game andScunthorpe who found ...
Pato poll results ; He's the player Scunthorpe United chairman Steve Wharton insisted the club would not sell for pounds5-million in the January transfer window.
Feb 02, 2008 ... He's the player Scunthorpe United chairman Steve Wharton insistedthe club would not sell for pounds5-million in the January transferwindow. That was a figure designed to frighten off any would-be buyers -and it certainly did that to Norwich, who came in ...
Opinions on rubbish ; A Lucky North Lincolnshire resident won pounds100 of High Street vouchers for simply giving her 'rubbish' views.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A Lucky North Lincolnshire resident won pounds100 of High Streetvouchers for simply giving her 'rubbish' views. Lucinda Hopkins, of West Street, Winterton, received her prize atPittwood House, Scunthorpe. In October last year, North Lincolnshire Council asked people fortheir ...
'Drivers' lives at risk if fire station closes' ; Closing Kirton in Lindsey fire station will risk drivers' lives at an accident blackspot, firefighters claim.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Closing Kirton in Lindsey fire station will risk drivers' livesat an accident blackspot, firefighters claim. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service (HFR) wants to close downKirton's retained fire station as part of a programme of cuts. But Kirton firefighters, who have been asked ...
Bag snatchedfrom house ; A Thief threw a brick through a house window on the Isle of Axholme on Thursday.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A Thief threw a brick through a house window on the Isle ofAxholme on Thursday. After smashing the window, the raider reached in and snatched ahandbag from the property, ...
Emergencyserviceson standby ; Emergency services are on stand-by for severe weather conditions this weekend.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Emergency services are on stand-by for severe weather conditionsthis weekend. Humberside Fire and Rescue Service has issued warnings to driversover dangerous road conditions and North Lincolnshire Council'sgritters are ready to go out at a moment's notice. The Met Office ...
Director cleared ofpollution charge ; A North Lincolnshire company and its director were cleared of breaching the Clean Air Act 1993.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A North Lincolnshire company and its director were cleared ofbreaching the Clean Air Act 1993. Lloyd Dickinson (60), of Holme Lane, Scunthorpe, director ofSparkeit Ltd, Brigg Road, Scunthorpe, appeared at North LincolnshireMagistrates' Court yesterday. He pleaded not guilty ...
Safety cameras focuson accident blackspots ; Accident blackspots will be targeted by mobile speed camera units in the following areas over the next week:
Feb 02, 2008 ... Accident blackspots will be targeted by mobile speed camera unitsin the following areas over the next week: Tuesday, February 5, A1084 Bigby High Road, Brigg Friday, February 8, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe At the weekends, safety camera enforcement officers will visitsites ...
'Purr-fect' partner on valentines day ; The Scunthorpe and District branch of Cats Protection is urging people to find their 'purr-fect' partner this Valentine's Day.
Feb 02, 2008 ... The Scunthorpe and District branch of Cats Protection is urgingpeople to find their 'purr-fect' partner this Valentine's Day. Several cats currently being looked after by the organisation aredesperate to find new homes. Volunteers are calling on potential owners to celebrate ...
Drop-in wins pounds500 ; A Drop-in cafe for a town's younger generation has picked up a pounds500 grant.
Feb 02, 2008 ... A Drop-in cafe for a town's younger generation has picked up apounds500 grant. The money has been sitting in the Barton-Upon-Humber TownCouncil's reserves, earmarked for the Fleetgate cafe from a previousbudget. Councillors decided to release the money after hearing it ...
New features to look out for inpopular rail nostalgia special ; Enjoy a nostalgic ride back in time with the spring issue of Telegraph Trains, on sale from February 7 - for just 75p.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Enjoy a nostalgic ride back in time with the spring issue ofTelegraph Trains, on sale from February 7 - for just 75p. The popular magazine includes a number of new features. They include a section on railwayana penned by Brigg-basedauctioneer Graham Paddison, whose name will ...
Last post forsix more POs ; Six post offices have closed their counters this week after a brave struggle.
Feb 02, 2008 ... Six post offices have closed their counters this week after abrave struggle. Scores of readers joined the Scunthorpe Telegraph to fight theclosures with the 'Save Our Post Offices' campaign. But despite public outrage, Post Office Ltd has axed thebusinesses, which it said ...