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Meeting to try and avert strike action at Grimsby Institute
Teaching staff at Grimsby Institute could walk out if a meeting between management and unions today fails to reach an agreement.
Humberside Police raise over £2 million through speed awareness courses
Last year Humberside's force raised £2.1 million pounds from educational courses offered instead of giving people points on their licence for speeding.
Children's & women's services combined at Grimsby hospital
A £500,000 revamp will see women and children's services at Grimsby hospital brought together.
Cleethorpes traders welcome rail announcement
Network Rail says services will run again between Doncaster and Scunthorpe
Grimsby's Muslim community "overwhelmed" by messages of support
A "thank you event" takes place at the Mosque.
Unions criticise job cut plans at Grimsby Institute
Teaching staff balloted on industrial action
Families welcome suspension of child heart surgery reforms
As part of the proposal the unit at Leeds General Infirmary would have been closed.
NHS trust denies paying off staff as part of a 'gagging order'
The trust which runs hospitals in Grimsby and Scunthorpe has denied large payments to two consultants constituted a "gagging order".
Worries over premature death rates in North East Lincolnshire
The area is among the country's worst
Tag system introduced for Humber Bridge tolls
New system begins next month
£100,000 spent on flood defence work in Tetney
The village was deluged in 2007 and people were forced to leave their homes.
Ambulance changes referred to review panel
The Health Secretary's asked an independent body to look into concerns about East Midlands Ambulance Service...
MEP Godfrey Bloom slams Chair of the PAC
UKIP's Godfrey Bloom is calling for Margaret Hodge to stand down from the Committee claiming she's guilty of avoiding tax herself through a family trust fund.
New free school given the go ahead
It's one of over 100 given the green light this week by Michael Gove.
IPCC investigates after man dies in custody
It's understood the 57 year old was taken to the police station in Grimsby on Tuesday evening.
A blue flag will continue to fly over Cleethorpes beach
The award means Cleethorpes beach is officially one of the best quality in Britain.
Reassurances given over cuts to fire service
Humberside Fire & Rescue have to save £5 million over the next five years.
Plans for 1,000 homes go on show in Louth
The proposed development will also include infrastructure such as a new primary school.
Cost of resident's parking permits goes up
The controversial changes are now being brought in by the council after long delays- meaning the price of a permit will go up from £15 to £80 pounds.
Cleanliness checks to be carried out on local beaches
North East Lincolnshire's bathing spots will be checked against tight EU standards this month.
Tourism bosses welcome Bank Holiday boost in trade
Businesses along the North East Lincolnshire coast are said to have reaped the benefits of a warm and sunny May day Bank Holiday.
Tough economic problems hitting some families hard
Home Start which provides support to families says issues like tough financial times and welfare reform is adding pressure.
Badger baiter's use underhand tactics to cover up crime
Whilst some badgers are legitimately killed by traffic some of the animals have been dumped by badger baiter's as a cover-up.
People urged to "get on your bike"
People across North East Lincolnshire are being urged to get on their bikes this summer.
Campaign to tackle hate crime
Police in North East Lincolnshire have admitted they need to do more when it comes to tackling hate crime.
Concerns over coastguard station closure
There are concerns about whether coastguards covering North East Lincolnshire will be ready to take on more work.
Almost 1000 young people don't have measles jab in NE Lincs
Doctors in North East Lincolnshire say they are concerned about the numbers of 10-16 year-olds who haven't had the MMR jab.
RNLI appeals for more volunteers to come forward
Cleethorpes RNLI says it desperately needs more volunteers to ensure they can continue to provide essential rescue cover.
Calls for greater awareness of safety at work
Ceremonies to remember those who lost their lives doing their job are taking place throughout the region today.
Humberston Academy gets top inspection rating
4 years since being told improvements were needed, a North East Lincolnshire school has got the top rating in its latest inspection.
Grimsby Minster pays tribute following 2 tragedies
Grimsby Minster has opened its doors to allow people affected by 2 recent tragedies to grieve.
UPDATED: Police name 5 killed in A18 crash
Police have named four of the five members of the same family, who died when their car collided head on with a lorry near Grimsby
Man assaulted in Grimsby
It happened on Stanley Street on Monday night when a 27 year old man was approached and chased by two other men...
UPDATE: Tributes paid to two men killed on level crossing
They've been named as 40 year old David Williams from Cleethorpes and 47 year old Paul Hodge from Grimsby...
PCC says yes to youth ambassadors
The search is on for a group of youth ambassadors to help Humberside police in their bid to cut crime...
Two killed on Great Coates level crossing
Two people have died in a crash involving their car and a train on a level crossing in North East Lincolnshire...
A160 improvement plans on display
From today the public will be asked for their views on improvements to the A160 near Immingham...
Cash up for grabs for coastal communities
£27 million is available for coastal communities in North East Lincolnshire to bid for....
Further delays over train line repairs
It's been revealed it may take until September until trains begin running from Doncaster to North East Lincolnshire again...
New Cleethorpes Lifeboat's officially launched
The new £40,000 vessel is fitted with the latest technology to help save lives...
Children's heart surgery to restart at Leeds unit
It has been confirmed this morning children's heart surgery will resume at a centre in Leeds, which is used by families in our region.
Thousands more using Humber Bridge
Figures out later are expected to show half a million extra cars have crossed the Humber since bridge tolls were halved.
Children's heart surgery suspension still in place
Families in Northern Lincolnshire are demanding answers as children's heart surgery in Leeds remains suspended.
Cleethorpes MP lobbies for better rail links
Martin Vickers has met David Cameron to voice how important a rail link from London to Grimsby and Cleethorpes is...
Investment pumped into Grimsby market
A grant of a £100,000 has been spent on painting the Grimsby's Top Town market- putting up new signs, improving the entrances and TV screens for messages...
100 jobs on offer at Immingham Docks
That's the message as an agreement's been signed between the port and the Drax power station...
Drifting sand affects businesses on Cleethorpes seafront
The strong winds have lifted large amounts of sand onto the promenade...
Children's heart surgery suspended at Leeds General Infirmary
It's as an internal review's being carried out over concerns about death rates...
The X- Factor mobile van comes to Grimsby
The show's holding auditions at the Fishing Heritage Centre today...
Humberside base for search and rescue helicopters
2 new search and rescue helicopters will be based at Humberside airport.
MARINERS: Grimsby Town's Wembley clash ends in defeat
The Mariners face Wrexham in front of a crowd expected to total around 40,000...
Future management of Grimsby Auditorium up for debate
Options are being considered for the future of the venue - it's current management contract runs out next year...
Immingham's Sport Centre to close early
A fortnight earlier than planned
Family of missing Grimsby man relaunch appeal
2 years after the disappearance of a Grimsby man, his family are re-appealing for help in finding him.
The jobs market in North East Lincs is among the worst in the country
Figures show the local jobless total is twelve times the number of vacancies.
Victory for children's heart surgery campaigners
Campaigners fighting to save a children's heart surgery unit in Leeds, used by families in Northern Lincolnshire, have won a high court battle.
Duchess of Cambridge visits Grimsby
The Duchess of Cambridge's visit to Grimsby has been hailed a success
Landslip hit railway repairs could take months
It could be months before trains start running again between Northern Lincolnshire and Doncaster.
Future of Grimsby's Floral Hall secure
North East Lincolnshire's Mental Health Services have expanded by starting a new project in People's Park...
3 Grimsby men jailed for animal cruelty
It's hoped jail sentences will stop animal fights in the area
FOOTBALL: Grimsby Town are off to Wembley
The Mariners beat Dartford 3-0 on aggregate...
Lincolnshire Chief Constable suspended
The acting Chief Constable of Lincolnshire Police has been suspended from duty.
More children needing foster parents in NE Lincs
The local authority say they're managing demand at the moment but are in need of new foster parents...
£1 million secured for Grimsby project
Funding's been secured for a project aiming to help regenerate Grimsby's East Marsh...
MARINERS: 3-0 Victory in semi final first leg
They were victorious over Dartford
CLEETHORPES: 6-1 victory over Louth Town
Local derby sees Clee victorious
Landslide causes problems for rail passengers in North East Lincolnshire
There's long term delays on the Doncaster to Cleethorpes line after the tracks were left twisted by a landslip at Hatfield Colliery...
More nurses promised for Grimsby hospital
Extra nurses have been recruited by the trust which runs Grimsby Hospital to provide better care and reduce high death rates….
Parking charges won't be going up in North East Lincolnshire
There'll be no major increase in charges for Council car parks in North East Lincolnshire despite a report suggesting large hikes.
The fight to save a childrens heart surgery unit from closure goes to the High Court
Parents from across Lincolnshire have joined the fight to save the Leeds centre after it was decided the centre should close last year...
14.5 million pounds on Grimsby's flood defences
Environment Agency and ABP joint venture
Grimsby man jailed for his part in drugs gang
18 men have been jailed for dealing high purity cocaine.
Deer poaching rises in Lincolnshire
Gangs hunting illegally at night
New wind industry facility to open in Grimsby
New training centre for engineers
Cleethorpes Pier fails to sell at auction
Cleethorpes' iconic pier has failed to sell at auction.
Humberside Fire and Rescue consult on council tax rise
The cost of the fire and rescue service for people in North East Lincolnshire could be on the up...
Locals asked to support carnival
Volunteers in North East Lincolnshire are being encouraged to help with Cleethorpe's annual Carnival...
Questions asked about transport plans
There's concern about how older people will cope with planned transport changes in Grimsby...
Promise to turnaround poor SATS results
North East Lincolnshire's SATS results are some of the worst in the country...
Maternity units get a share of £25 million
Grimsby's maternity unit could get a share of £25 million worth of funding for improvements.
NE Lincolnshire health staff face cuts to pay and conditions
There are warnings standards of care could be affected in North East Lincolnshire, if changes are made topay and working conditions for hundreds of health staff
PCC Matthew Grove proposes new Chief Constable
Humberside's Police and Crime Commissioner has given his preference for the areas new Chief Constable...
Humberside Fire Authority cuts won't affect safety
Humberside Fire Authority says safety will remain its main priority, even though it has to find major savings.
Humberside Fire Authority cuts won't affect safety
Humberside Fire Authority says safety will remain its main priority, even though it has to find major savings.
Man has recycling bin thrown at head
A man has suffered a head injury in Grimsby after a recycling bin was thrown at him.
Humberside PCC wants to focus on victims
Matthew Grove has outlined his vision in a plan which is available for public consultation..
Police carry out 2 drugs raids in Immingham
A woman has been arrested following a drugs raid in Immingham.
Grimsby HMV at risk
Jobs are at at risk in Grimsby, as HMV calls in the administrators.
Body found in snow in Grimsby
The body of a man has been found in the snow in Grimsby.
Snow hits North East Lincolnshire
Snow is causing problems on the roads in North East Lincolnshire
Deputy PCC steps down from council role
Paul Robinson will concentrate on new job
Rise in Christmas drink driving across North East Lincolnshire
35 people failed the breath test and 10 of them were involved in a collision...
Campaigners angry over poor state of car park
They say the area on Fieldhouse Road is full of potholes and therefore a safety hazard...
Maternity units in Scunthorpe or Grimsby could close
Dr Peter Melton says tough choices lie ahead as it's difficult to find more efficiency measures...
Job loss fears in the fish industry
Jobs in Grimsby's seafood industry could be under threat if a dispute between Iceland and the EU isn't resolved...
Woman in fatal collision
It happened last night at 5.15pm as she was crossing the road near to Tescos at Hewitts Circus in Cleethorpes...
Truancy fines on the rise in North East Lincolnshire
359 penalty notices were given to parents during the last academic year- that's well up on previous figures...
£2.5 million improvement plans for St Andrews Hospice
St Andrews Hospice in Grimsby has revealed plans for a £2.5 million redevelopment of its premises.
Homeless project hailed as a real success
The "No Second Night" project sees charities and the Council working to identify rough sleepers and find them somewhere to stay...
Humberside airport signs multi million pound deal
Humberside Airport's signed a new deal with the offshore gas industry worth 37 million pounds...
North East Lincolnshire first to overhaul NHS
A group of GPs from North East Lincolnshire will take over the running of local NHS budgets from next year....
Police taking zero tolerance approach ahead of Lincolnshire derby
There will be a large police presence in Lincoln, as the Mariners descend on the town for the Boxing Day derby.
Cleethorpes MP criticises Scartho Baths closure
Cleethorpes' MP has described consultations over the closure of Scartho Baths in Grimsby as a "sham".
Council warns of more cuts to come
This years Government grant for North East Lincolnshire Council is being described as a "dark day for local Government" by its leader.
Body parts murderers have sentences cut
Four men involved in the murder and dismemberment of a Grimsby man have successfully challenged their sentences...
Council scraps Grimsby Road parking restrictions
North East Lincolnshire council have admitted to getting it wrong, over parking restrictions on Grimsby Road.
3 teenagers arrested after restaurant disturbance
3 people have been arrested after an argument broke out outside a restaurant in Grimsby.
MP wants Tour de France to come to Cleethorpes
After it was announced the Tour de France would be travelling through Yorkshire, there are now calls for it to take a detour through North East Lincolnshire.
Review calls for overhaul of Great Coates Village Council
A review into the workings of Great Coates Village Council has severely criticised how its run but doesn't call for it to be abolished.
Hike in parking charges delayed
A controversial rise in North East Lincolnshire's parking permit charges has been pushed back...
Humberston Fitties residents ask council to sell site
Humberston Fitties residents are urging the council to hand over the responsibility of the site to them...
Plans laid out for Grimsby's new leisure centre
A fitness suite, sauna and state of the art gym equipment will be part of plans for Grimsby's new leisure centre...
Future of a Grimsby charity's in doubt
Harbour Place provides support to those without a permanent place to live but it's funding's drying up...
Speed bumps in Scartho criticised
Many locals believe the ramps on and around Southfield Road are responsible to damage to their vehicles and say they're more severe than speed bumps elsewhere in the area...
Calls for lower speed limit on A18 near to Grimsby
Campaigners say the A18 near Grimsby must have its speed limit reduced before more people are killed...
Hospital trust named as having higher than average death rates
The Northern Lincolnshire and Goole Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's been singled out in the Doctor Foster report...
Children falling short when it comes to reading
Figures from the Department of Education show nearly half of 5 and 6 year olds in North East Lincolnshire aren't reaching the expected levels and are the fifth worst in the country...
Council addressing teaching concerns
Follows an Oftsed report which was released this week
Nunsthorpe Together group looking for new home
Meeting held to discuss their future
NE Lincolnshire escapes worst of flooding
The Environment Agency says it is not expecting river levels to rise further in the next 24 hours.
North East Lincolnshire highlighted in Ofsted report
North East Lincolnshire has been highlighted as one of the areas where fewer children have access to the best schools.
Commitment to PCSOs in North East Lincolnshire
New PCC Matthew Grove has expressed his support for the officers although he acknowledged current staffing levels can't be guaranteed with cutbacks looming...
Parking restrictions in Cleethorpes 'cause for concern'
The Council's suggested a two hour limit in bays on part of Grimsby Road which are currently unrestricted...
Multi-million pound grant to improve recycling
Recycling rates in North East Lincolnshire are still below the national average.....
Developers considering appeal over Humberston homes
Keystone Developers say they're still considering whether to appeal a council decision over new housing estate...
Council turn down Humberston homes development
Today planning permission was refused with concerns about traffic build up and the fact it was on a greenfield site main reasons for it being turned down...
Tax dodger given custodial sentence
A Grimsby man has been jailed for 23 days after failing to pay his council tax...
Future of carnival secure
Cleethorpes will keep it's annual carnival...
Concern over condition of chalets in Cleethorpes
They're a key part of Cleethorpes seafront, but there's concern about the state of its day chalets...
Matthew Grove is elected as PCC for Humberside
Lord Prescott's beaten
Task force to tackle Ash dieback
A task force has been set up to make sure North East Lincolnshire stays free from Ash dieback disease.
Work begins on Immingham regeneration
Work on the new shopping development in Immingham has begun.
10 million fake cigarettes seized at Immingham Docks
There's been another mass seizure of counterfeit goods at Immingham Docks...
Campaigners criticise Scartho Baths consultation
Campaigners fighting to save Scartho swimming pool say they have little faith in the consultation being launched.
Remembrance services held across the Compass FM area
Services are taking place in Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham today to remember those who've their lives in the name of their country...
Shoppers are urged to boycott a supermarket in Grimsby
Lorry drivers from Tesco have staged a protest in Grimsby saying they fear for their jobs...
433% Parking rise is approved by councillors
Residents will have to pay £80 to park on their streets if plans go ahead
New houses start to be built on Grimsby's East Marsh
The houses are the first phase of long term regeneration plans for the southern part of the neighbourhood...
Immingham museum reopens
It's now based at the Civic Centre after closing in June...
Fears over ash tree disease spreading
There's been no sightings so far in the county, and the government have now imposed a ban on imports to stop the outbreak from spreading.
Fish stocks are on the up according to government minister
Fisheries minister Richard Benyon told seafood industry representatives the latest scientific evidence shows stocks of North Sea Fish are now improving...
More jobs set to go at North East Lincolnshire Council
They'll be around 80 redundancies although it's thought less than 20 will be compulsory.
Concern over site of proposed football ground
It's emerged the site off Peaks Parkway was once an ancient settlement dating back to Viking and even Saxon times...
Hunt on for a buyer for struggling coach company
Staff were told the Bowen Travel Group which owns Appleby's Coach Holidays based in Louth was going in to administration last week...
Public meetings on 2 major developments
Public meetings are being held this weekend, about proposed developments in Humberston and Tetney.
Iconic pier up for sale
Iconic landmark has been put up for sale...
Health Secretary to review children's heart surgery closure
There's hope for campaigners trying to save a heart unit, used by children from North East Lincolnshire...
Reports of Applebys Coaches going into administration
We've been told by staff they've been sent home after being given the news this morning...
Jobs at risk as Barton-Upon-Humber factory's set to close
In a statement this afternoon Kimberly Clark's confirmed it's mill in Barton in Humber will close by the end of next year...
Drop in complaints about Humberside Police
The number of complaints made against Humberside Police has dropped...
Select Committee to debate Humberston Fitties leases
A select committee investigating lease lengths at Humberston Fitties are touring the site this morning...
Health Secretary to review children's heart surgery closure
There's been a victory for campaigners fighting to save a heart unit used by children across Lincolnshire...
Fight to save Scartho Baths continues
After collecting 6,000 signatures in protest, campaigners now say they will continue the fight to save Grimsby's Scartho Baths.
Plans for 1,000 new homes in Humberston
Campaigners in Humberston say there simply isn't the infrastructure to cope with another 1000 homes being proposed for the village.
Body of Cleethorpes man identified after over 20 years
Breakthrough forensic work has identified the body of a Lincolnshire man washed up on a beach 2 decades ago.
Grimsby food larder helping more people
A Grimsby food larder says it has seen a huge increase in the number of vulnerable people struggling to feed themselves.
Parking permit consultation extended
A public consultation over plans for new parking permit charges has been extended.
Electric blanket warning for residents
Tests on electric blankets in North East Lincolnshire have seen an increase in the percentage which failed...
Tetney scoops 'Best Kept' Award
All the hard work's paid off for a North East Lincolnshire village which is voted top of the crops..
Man sentenced to 5 years in a young offenders institute
20 year old Richard Winn of Western Avenue, Brigg pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of 18 year old Daniel Lee Cooper...
Youth clubs future is uncertain
It's been credited for reducing ASBO's in the area
Residents step up campaign against football ground
Plans outlined for Weelsby Avenue area of Grimsby
Cleethorpes awarded gold
Britain in Bloom event's successful
Teenager attacked in Grimsby
17 year old left with fractured skull
Parking Permit's may see a 433% increase!
Residents are unhappy with new prices
Groups encouraged to apply for funding
Lack of cash awarded across North East Lincolnshire
Scheme unveiled to improve safety on a Grimsby road
Over the past five years there have been several serious collisions on Broadway with several involving children...
Fuel cost fears raised
With winter approaching there are fears the number of older people in North East Lincolnshire struggling with the cost of heating their homes will rise...
Obesity blamed for rise in diabetes
Obesity's being blamed for predictions of an increase in diabetes sufferers in North East Lincolnshire...
Horse- watch scheme launched in North East Lincolnshire
After several cases of cruelty towards horses a scheme's been launched in North and North East Lincolnshire...
Teachers take industrial action
A number of teachers at North East Lincolnshire schools are starting a work to rule today...
Calls for Humberside Police to investigate EVERY crime
A former senior police officer hoping to be Humberside's crime commissioner says the force has manpower to investigate all crime...
Great Coates Village Council to be scrutinised
There is to be a review of the way Great Coates Village Council serves its community.
MP supports calls to keep Scartho Baths open
Nearly 2500 people have put their name to a petition to save Scartho Baths.
Police to tackle organised crime at Immingham Docks
Terrorism and organised crime at our ports are the top of a new agenda for Humberside Police.
Civic reception for North East Lincolnshire paralympians
Grimsby's Mayor will welcome home 2 North East Lincolnshire Paralympians.
MPs call for rail link from Grimsby to London
Both of North East Lincolnshire's MPs are calling on the Government to make sure the area gets a direct rail link to London.
Calls for more dementia sufferers to seek help
This week a national drive's been launched to get rid of the stigma around Alzheimers...
Charity concerned over men at risk of suicide
Samaritans say men in their 40's and 50's in more deprived areas are ten times more likely to end their own lives...
Local soldier injured in bomb blast
Grenadier Guard Ryan Rowbottom from Cleethorpes was travelling in an armoured vehicle in the Nahr e Saraj district last friday when he was hit...
Public consultation over ambulance station closures begins
EMAS say they want to streamline services in a bid to improve response times...
Petition to save former Cleethorpes school building
A petition has been handed into North East Lincolnshire Council, calling for the buildings at a former Cleethorpes school to be preserved.
Cleethorpes Festival of Flight will return in 2013
Traders in Cleethorpes can look forward to a major boost after it was confirmed the Cleethorpes Festival of Flight will return for a second year.
Grimsby Hospital has one of the highest death rates
Report highlights it as one of the worst nationally
Council votes against EMAS proposals
Majority of Councillors pledge support to close Grimsby's ambulance station
Police merging underwater search teams
In a bid to save £400,000
Grimsby's MP is backing Scartho pool
Austin Mitchell's demanding a re-think
Man assaulted in Grimsby
Police are hunting a man involved in an assault in Grimsby.
New candidate announced for Crime Commisoner
The sixth person to stand for Humberside Police role
Transport links affect local un-employment
Rural areas are hardest hit
Border officials see decline in smuggling
Three major operations un-covered this summer at Immingham Docks
Anger over closure of swimming pool
The facility in Scartho was opened in the 1960's but North East Lincolnshire council's said the buildings beyond repair...
Praise for border agency staff after seizure of cocaine
Yesterday it was revealed eight kilos of cocaine had been seized from a boat carrying coal from South America...
Extra security to protect Cleethorpes statue
The Boy with the Leaking Boot has been vandalised twice over the last year and is in the process of being replaced...
100 jobs created in Grimsby
Centrica are opening a new renewables centre on the docks...
Tourism industry hit by poor summer weather
Businesses have dubbed the 2012 summer season as the worst on record...
£800 stolen from a Grimsby charity
The break in occured at the Grimsby and District Healthcare charity shop on Freeman Street which raises money for new hospital equipment...
Immingham's NEETS to benefit from employment project
A project which helps teenagers BACK into work in North East Lincolnshire is growing...
Cleethorpes Carnival could be saved
There are hopes the Cleethorpes Carnival could be saved...
Rape support services secure in North and North East Lincolnshire
It's as other services for victims of Domestic Abuse across Humberside struggle with cutbacks...
Man conned out of £3,500
The Cleethorpes man was falsely told he was due PPI compensation...
Firms fined after a worker is fatally injured
Martin McMenemy was using a scissor lift whilst installing some wall and ceiling panels at a food processing plant in Leicester...
Business boosted at Immingham Docks
Further growth is being planned for both Grimsby and Immingham Docks...
Major police operation launched against poachers
Farmers in North and North East Lincolnshire are hoping the cost of rural crime can be reduced thanks to a police crackdown...
CRICKET: Lincolnshire ECB Premier League results
Haxey once again relinquished top place to Skegness...
MOTORSPORT: Cadwell Park meet gets underway
The British Superbike Championships are at Cadwell Park bringing in thousands of fans over the next 3 days...
Lincolnshire Paralympians: Hollie Arnold
This week we're looking at our local Paralympic talent and today its the turn of Grimsby girl and javelin thrower Hollie Arnold...
Funeral costs in North East Lincolnshire on the up
Funeral Costs in North East Lincolnshire will go up from September...
Beach warning over poisonous fish
Beachgoers in Cleethorpes are being warned about the dangers of a fish with a poisonous sting...
Lincolnshire Paralympians: Jamie Carter
Jamie Carter from Binbrook is our first Paralympian of the week...
Plans to regenerate Wonderland site
Plans are being discussed in Cleethorpes to regenerate the former Wonderland site.
Donkey statue unveiled in Cleethorpes
A special sculpture has been unveiled in Cleethorpes, to remember the woman who first brought beach donkey rides to the resort.
Arrest after Cleethorpes drug raid
Drugs found in house in Cleethorpes
A Level results day for students across North East Lincolnshire
Students across North East Lincolnshire have been getting their A Level and AS Level results.
Investigations to break a drugs ring continues
Follows the seizure at Immingham docks on Wednesday
Council will look at leases for Humberstone Fitties residents
People living there have campaigned for changes to their leases because at the moment they're not allowed to stay on the site in January and February...
Warnings over hike in food prices
As there's a hike in global food prices, grain experts in North East Lincolnshire warn of the effect to local farmers and consumers...
Playground targetted by arsonists
The Galleon Boat at the Boating Lake Sandpit in Cleethorpes has now been cordoned off because of the extensive damage...
Motorcyclist injured in crash
A motorbike rider has suffered serious injuries in a crash in Laceby.
£1.4 million plans for Welholme Galleries
The people of Grimsby are being asked how they'd like to see a former Grimsby church transformed.
Police hunt boy who damaged cars in Cleethorpes
A number of vehicles have been vandalised on a street in Cleethorpes.
Call for taxi drivers to report fare dodgers
Taxi drivers in Grimsby say people skipping fares is becoming an almost daily occurence.
Humberside Airport takeover welcomed
Businesses in North East Lincolnshire are backing the sale of Humberside Airport...
Alcohol related crime crackdown for North East Lincolnshire
Humberside Police Authority are helping to crack alcohol related crime in North East Lincolnshire...
Child cruelty review highlights communication issues
There's been a review in to how sevices dealt with two Grimsby parents found guilty of child cruelty...
End of an era for Cleethorpes Carnival
It is the end of an era for Cleethorpes Carnival today.
Boy with the Leaking Boot smashed up again
CCTV footage captured the moment Cleethorpes' Boy with a Leaking Boot was smashed up for a second time...
Heart surgery decision now in the hands of Health Secretary
The future of children's heart surgery in Leeds is now in the hands of the Health Secretary...
Grimsby fishing boat's future hangs in the balance.
The Esther sank last week.
Renewed calls for Lincolnshire only ambulance service
As plans to close East Midlands Ambulance stations are aired, there are calls for a new service to serve only the Lincolnshire region.
Library re-opens after flooding
Immingham library finally reopens today after flood damage 3 weeks ago.
Unemployment's down across Compass FM area
It mirrors the national picture which shows 2.5 million people are now out of work across the UK...
Ambulance stations to close to improve service
Ambulance stations will be closed in North East Lincolnshire, as part of plans to improve response times.
Land assessed for new Grimsby stadium
There are plans for a leisure complex as well as a new home for the Mariners.
6 council staff sacked over fraud
A report reveals 6 staff were sacked from North East Lincolnshire Council after being found guilty of fraud.
Survey to determine future of Ice Factory
The future of Grimsby's historic ice factory could hang in the balance, as an expert survey is carried out.
Great Coates Village Council under scrutiny
Calls for Great Coates village council to be disbanded are under discussion today.
Wet weather hits seaside trade
Seafront traders in Cleethorpes are relying on the school holidays to keep them afloat, as they struggle to cope with the effects of a washout summer.
Community cinema flighting for survival
Residents encouraged to use civic centre facility
Residents unhappy about council's response to flooding
North East Lincs Council starts an investigation
Builders struggling for work after Olympics boom
Knock on effect on construction trade in North East Lincs
Grimsby Youth Centre celebrates its fortieth year
Shalom centre has helped thousands of people
Mums warned of risks of diamanté dummies
Mums in North East Lincolnshire are being warned not to buy blinged up baby accessories.
Facebook leads to a rise in burglaries
People warned to be careful what they write on social networking sites
Venues praised for Olympic celebrations
Council offers support for major events in North East Lincolnshire...
Humberston Church officially reopens
A church destroyed by fire a year ago is opening its doors again today...
Flash flooding hits North East Lincolnshire
Three schools have been forced to close and residents were evacuated from Immingham...
Charity calls for forced marriage to be made illegal
Grimsby's Womens Aid says the number of women being forced to marry is on the rise.
The Humber Bridge could get automated tolls
The Bridge Board are looking at the possibility
Anti-social behaviour scheme's launched in Cleethorpes
Police launch crack-down
Grimsby's young domestic abuse victims urged to come forward
A domestic abuse charity in North East Lincolnshire's voiced concern over young victims of abusive relationships...
Calls for police action on anti-social behaviour
Police are promising to increase patrols near a Grimsby park after reports of persistent vandalism...
Mental health shake-up in North East Lincs
Report issued on what could have been done to help a man who killed a pregnant woman in Grimsby
Volunteers needed to help those in crisis
A North East Lincolnshire charity is looking to extend its reach further into the areas struggling communities...
EU talks could end fish discards
Grimsby trawler men may not be forced to throw away some of the fish they've caught, if an agreement is reached at the European Union.
Women urged to go for cervical screening
20% of women in the Humber region still don't get regular screening for cervical cancer.
Children as young as 13 taking M-Cat
There is concern for teenagers taking and selling mephedrone in North East Lincolnshire.
Lindsey School up for sale
After standing empty for the past 4 years, a former school in Cleethorpes has been put on the market.
Hosepipe ban lifted
The hosepipe ban in North East Lincolnshire is being lifted.
Cleethorpes airshow organisers say next year will be even better
Organisers have promised next years Cleethorpes Festival of Flight will be even bigger and better.
Hosepipe ban remains in North East Lincolnshire
Reservoirs are filling up but Anglian Water say there's concerns about future dry spells.
New business initiative launched for visitors
Visitors coming to Cleethorpes from East Yorkshire will have their Humber Bridge tolls refunded under a new scheme.
Festival of Flight gets underway
The skies of Cleethorpes will be alive with spectacular air displays today as the first ever Festival of Flight takes place in the resort.
Children disappointed street party's stopped
Council close down jubilee party for safety reasons
Villagers concerned by housing developments
Planning permission approved for Healing project
Groups formed to help people manage personal budgets
There's concern people will struggle
Climbing frame finds new home
Youngsters in Grimsby will finally be able to use a large climbing frame after a dispute put it out of action for months.
Beacons to mark Jubilee
Beacons will be lit across North East Lincolnshire to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Job boost for North East Lincolnshire
Two companies are expanding their North East Lincolnshire operations...
Obstacle garden to help those with breathing problems
An innovative new approach to helping people with respiratory problems has been launched in Grimsby...
College could appeal OFSTED rating
A Grimbsy College says it's considering an appeal against an inspection which branded it 'inadequate'...
Disability games comes to North East Lincolnshire
For the first time ever North East Lincolnshire is holding its own disability games...
Common sense on caravan tax
A North East Lincolnshire MP praises Government over tax u-turn...
Grimsby's public transport given a cash boost
Grimsby's public transport system's to get a makeover thanks to the injection of government cash...
Grimsby youth worker criticises ASBO shake-up
A Grimsby youth project says its success in tackling anti social behaviour should hold lessons for all politicians...
Youngs restructuring could create jobs
There could be new jobs coming to Grimsby following a restructuring exercise by Youngs seafood...
Public petition to bring down speed limit
People from a North East Lincolnshire village say an accidents waiting to happen on their roads..
Academy status has 'saved' failing school
A North East Lincolnshire Principle says academy status has saved them from closure...
Charity wants to transform heart treatment in Grimsby
Fundraisers want to make the hospital in Grimsby a cardiac centre for the whole of the East Midlands.
Calls for plain packaging for cigarettes
Stop smoking campaigners in North East Lincolnshire are backing calls for plain packaging on cigarettes.
North East Lincolnshire MP calls for Elected Mayor
There are calls for an elected mayor to take control of Grimsby and Cleethorpes...
Number of smokers falling in North East Lincolnshire
There's still a gap to close when it comes to smokers and providing the help needed to quit...
Charity shops struggling in North East Lincolnshire
Charity shops in Grimsby say they're facing a shortage of stock....
Blue flags for Lincolnshire's beaches
Lincolnshire's 4 main coastal resorts have been awarded Blue Flag status for 2012.
Calls for new A160 plans to be ripped up
Residents and businesses in South Killingholme are unhappy about the plans.
Businesses on Cleethorpes' promenade struggling
The recent bad weather's hit trade hard.
April Showers ruining crops
Unbelievable to think parts of North East Lincs are in drought
Beauty business' struggle through recession
Nationally business' is booming
Police search for missing school girl from Grimsby
Concern is growing for a teenage girl who has gone missing from Grimsby.
Mayor appointed in un-traditional fashion
Deputy Mayor disappointed she is not in the line up
Housing markets remain stable despite stamp duty
North East Lincs bucking national trend
Road outlined for Immingham Docks
Government provides funding to ease traffic in the town
Residents relief over power cut fault
Nine months after the problem started it's stopped
Hope for Immingham's sports facilities
Council pledges support
Traders in Cleethorpes fear another poor season
Seafront traders in Cleethorpes fear the weather this summer season could make or break them...
Road safety budgets cut in NE Lincs
North East Lincolnshire has faced some of the biggest cuts in its road safety budget in the country.
Immingham sports centre could be part of community hub
Campaigners in Immingham say their attempts to keep their local sports centre open look like failing, so they are looking at an alternative.
Fears NHS reforms could lead to North-South divide
It is claimed the government's NHS reforms could create a north-south divide when it comes to levels of care.
Charity shop forced to close
The Nunsthorpe Bradley Park Trust set a shop up seven years ago selling clothes and furniture at bargain prices.
Workers remembered at service.
It's the tenth annual workers memorial day with services being held in Immingham, Grimsby and Cleethorpes.
Immingham Skate Park Opens
A new £100,000 Skate park in Immingham is officially opening to the public.
Fight continues against planned caravan tax.
Cleethorpes and Immingham's MP Martin Vickers has voted against his own Government on the issue.
Burglars target sea cadet base.
Sea cadets in Immingham have been left devastated after thieves broke into their hut twice in three days.
Anger over VAT on static caravans.
Currently sales of static caravans are untaxed but from October 20% VAT will be charged unless they're used as a main residence.
Morrisons confirm expansion plans.
Land's already been earmarked for a seafood processing plant in Grimsby to expand despite it not even being open yet.
Specialist service for small businesses unveiled.
£500,000 from the Council and European Union will see a service run by E Factor.
Energy bills 'crippling' Cleethorpes venue.
Soaring energy bills at Cleethorpes Memorial Hall is causing concerns over its long term future.
School truancy fines criticised.
It's after suggestions from the government that rules to stop children skipping school should be toughened.
Red Arrows signed for Cleethorpes Airshow.
Officially known as the Festival of Flight the event will take place on the weekend 9th & 10th June with the Red Arrows closing the Sunday show.
Council brings back tourism body.
It's been confirmed North East Lincolnshire council's looking at bringing back its tourism department.
Pleas for alcohol prevention scheme to be saved.
A Council Select Committee recommends the police fund the Alcohol Intervention Project, which helps offenders with a drink problem.
ATM fraud is on the rise in Lincolnshire.
Scammers targetting cash machines
Bio-mass plant will create jobs.
130 Million pound infrastructure at Immingham Docks.
Mental health group set up in Cleethorpes.
An increase of people with mental health problems has led to a support group being formed.
Thousands can't afford to pay council tax bills.
Over 8,000 people are struggling to pay, and are blaming debt.
Used cooking oil put to good use.
People across Lincolnshire have been recycling their used cooking oil.
Farmers welcome much needed rainfall.
We had as much rainfall on Wednesday as in the entire first three months of this year.
£100,000 To Improve High Streets
North East Lincolnshire has received £100,000 to bring more shoppers onto the area's High Streets.
Humber Bridge Tolls Halved
Drivers will be paying less to cross the Humber Bridge, as a cut in tolls has come in to effect overnight.
Grimsby Institute Defends A Level Cuts
Grimsby Institute has defended its decision to stop doing A level courses and cut GCSEs.
Violent crime's dropped in North East Lincs.
It's dropped by 18 percent over the last year.
Shops fear Sunday trading will hit business'
During the olympics plans are in place to extend hours
Fake burglaries are on the rise.
Police say more people are pretending to be a victim of crime to claim on insurance policies.
Immingham oil refineries will strike.
Workers voted in favour of strike action.
Citizens Advice Bureau is saved.
Funidng will guarantee Grimsby and Cleethorpe's CAB will stay open for the next 2 years.
Crackdown launched on rogue traders.
The Emergency Link Project will provide specially trained telephone operators to help and teams who can respond quickly to complaints.
Immingham protest to save leisure centre.
The Council's agreed to demolish the centre to make room for a new supermarket development saying the centre's underused and the academy will provide some facilties.
Calls For Crossing on a Cleethorpes Road
A petition has been started in Cleethorpes, because locals fear a pensioner may be injured or even killed trying to cross a busy road.
Pensioners To Lose Out in Budget
Chancellor Criticised for 'Granny Tax' in Budget
Protest Over Demolition of Immingham Sports Hall
Protests being are planned against the decision to demolish Immingham's sports centre.
Olympic Torch Route Unveiled
Details of the route the Olympic torch will take through North East Lincolnshire have been revealed.
Local firms calling for more women apprentices
A major engineering firm wants to recruit more female apprentices in North Lincolnshire...
Unemployment to blame for repossessions
Sudden unemployment's to blame for the majority of house repossessions according to a support service in North East Lincolnshire...
Anger over planned housing development in Humberstone.
The parish council has voted unanimously against the proposal to build 400 homes in the village.
'The skies the limit' for Cleethorpes Airshow.
After months of preparations organisers say they're confident they've put together an airshow programme with the "wow" factor.
Grimsby's MP criticises social housing system.
Austin Mitchell's spoken out over the lack of social housing in the country.
Wind turbine given the go ahead.
A turbine will be sited at a farm in Aylesby after receiving planning permisson.
Controversial village hall project receives planning permission.
North east Lincolnshire Council's passed plans for a new village hall in Great Coates.
Plans for more speed restrictions delayed.
It was decided more research is needed beofre any changes are made.
Search for Missing Man Continues...A Year On
A year since Michael Lee went missing in Grimsby, there is a new appeal for help in finding him.
A Third of Primary Schools To Be Academies
The rush to become academy schools continues apace in North East Lincolnshire, with around a third of primaries going down that route.
School To Train Teachers
New teachers will be trained at a Grimsby area school, after it became a regional centre of excellence.
Government cash for first time buyers in North East Lincolnshire
Efforts are being made to get more people onto the first rung of the property ladder...
North Lincolnshire community scoops lottery funding
An area in North Lincolnshire described as 'overlooked' is to get a one million pound boost...
Cleethorpes Man Jailed For Drug Plot
A Cleethorpes man is expected to be sentenced later after being found guilty of attempting to import five tonnes of cocaine into the UK.
Council Promises Future of Autism Centre is Safe
Parents of autistic children in North East Lincolnshire are being reassured over the future of a specialist service.
Great Coates Campaigners Call for Village Council Resignations
Letters are going out to members of Great Coates Village Council saying "Dear Councillor please resign."
Charity Critises Lack of Support For Special Needs Youngsters
A Grimsby charity says the Government simply aren't doing enough to help 16-25 year olds with special needs get work opportunities.
Scheme To Cut Alcohol Fuelled Crime Facing Cuts
Funding is running out for a Grimsby scheme which helps reduce alcohol related crime.
New eating disorder clinic opens in Grimsby.
It will help improve the range and quality of treatments to people suffering conditions like anorexia and bulimia.
Grimsby Town Centre Forum closes.
The organisation say it's shutting because of financial reasons.
Academies to blame for rise in expulsions in North East Lincolnshire.
77 pupils were expelled in 2010 to 11, compared to 8 the year before.
Social networking warning to vulnerable women in Grimsby.
It's discovered that whilst Facebook has 4 privacy settings many people believe their information is available to family and friends only if they click just the one privacy setting.
Protest in Grimsby Over Heart Unit Closure
A protest is taking place this morning in Grimsby over plans to shut the nearest Childrens' Heart Unit.
Figures soar for expulsions from schools.
Local authority concerned by rise.
Scheme helps ex-offenders get back on track.
People learn skills to help them turn their back on crime.
Protests Planned at Lincolnshire Circus
Animal rights protestors are preparing for a week of action outside a Lincolnshire circus.
A Grimsby charity says the Government needs to do more.
Nick Clegg announced money would be available for charities, in order to tackle unemployment.
Plans for a village hall in Great Coates are going ahead.
Residents are angry, they feel their being ignored.
Citizens advice bureau retains vital funding.
Council makes a u-turn on funding cuts
Several bus services at risk of cuts.
Operator Stagecoach are looking at reducing services as the Bus Service Operators Grant's expected to be cut by 20%.
HMS Grimsby crew parade through town.
The Royal Navy mine sweeper is making one its visits to the Town.
Grimsby's MP criticises overspending in the MoD.
It's as the department are in the process of making billions of pounds worth of cuts.
Unemployment up again in North East Lincolnshire.
More people are claiming job-seekers allowance across the region.
Grimsby man sets up group for people with mental health problems
Online group set up in North East Lincolnshire
Grimsby's fish market is given a re-vamp
The multi-million pound development was unveiled on Friday.
Continental disease hits the UK
No reports in Lincolnshire so far
Drivers warned of icey conditions across North East Lincolnshire.
It's after up to five centimetres of snow fell in some parts of the area overnight.
Strike action averted in Immingham after talks.
The company Wincanton and the union Unite have come to an agreement.
Campaign group welcomes reduction in Humber Bridge Tolls.
Campaign group Humber Action Against Tolls is welcoming plans to halve the charge.
Decision made on Humber Bridge debt.
The four council's nearby have decided to split the debt equally between them.
Grimsby traders remain upbeat about future.
It's after figures released this week showed the town's got one of the largest numbers of empty shops in the country.
Lack of carbon monoxide detectors in North East Lincolnshire homes.
Fire crews say people need to be more vigilant when it comes to detecting carbon monoxide poisoning.
Vandals strike in Cleethorpes.
Cars and houses have been sprayed with obscene graffitti in the town.
Laptops stolen from North Somercoates college.
Thieves broke a window before making off with 16 laptops.
Increase in number of call outs for Cleethorpes RNLI.
Crews launched a total of 62 times last year.
Drivers warned of tricky road conditions.
Gritters have been out across the county overnight and the majority of main roads are passable but drivers are being warned of melting snow refreezing as ice.
Grimsby school in special measures seeks academy status.
Following a disappointing OFSTED review the Strand Community School's looking to become an academy.
Louth's trial driving school hailed a success.
Following the closure of the town's driving centre last year a trial office was set up in the leisure centre.
Bus route campaign pays off
Campaigners in North East Lincolnshire have secured a bus service for the town's most deprived boroughs...
Could Grimsby have the ice-factor?
It's hoped one of Grimsby's iconic buildings could be transformed with the help of heritage funding...
Free bridge crossings for patients
Free tolls for Hospital patients crossing the Humber Bridge could be part of new deal...
2 Car Accidents in Grimsby
There is an appeal for witnesses following 2 seperate crashes in Grimsby last night.
Public Meeting on Immingham Resource Centre
A public meeting is being held in Immingham tonight to discuss the future of the town's Resource Centre.
Immingham Drivers Strike Again
Oil tanker drivers in Immingham have walked out again this morning over a dispute over pay and conditions.
Great Coates Residents Vote on Village Hall
Polling booths will open in Great Coates this evening, as residents vote over whether to build a new village hall or not.
Police Search Cleethorpes Lake for Missing Man
Police will continue searching a boating lake in Cleethorpes, after the car of a missing man was found nearby.
Calls for Meeting to End Humber Bridge Stalemate
There are calls for a meeting in North East Lincolnshire over the Council Leader's stance on Humber Bridge debt.
Cleethorpes Mum Takes Campaign to Home Office
A Cleethorpes mum says her campaign for a change in the law is finally being heard by the Government.
Cleethorpes 'High Wire' Being Taken Down
It has been the cause of controversy in Cleethorpes for several years, but the High Wire on Trinity Road will finally be taken down this week.
More help needed for small businesses
A Grimsby business support forum is calling for the Government to help small scale enterprises in Lincolnshire
Leisure investment could create jobs for Grimsby.
North East Lincolnshire Council say they'll be looking for local people to staff new leisure development.
Immingham oil tanker drivers begin a week of strike action.
They've gone on strike because they're not happy with changes to pay and conditions.
Questions asked over Humber Bridge debt agreement.
Brigg and Goole's MP Andrew percy says he's not convinced by the agreement.
Group counselling sessions can help people who've been bereaved
Bereaved can seek help from therapy
There are calls for employers to do more to help people currently looking for work.
Employers need to help jobless
Prescott Hints at Humberside Police Role
John Prescott has hinted he might want to be the new Police Commissioner for Northern Lincolnshire.
Life Sentences for 4 Grimsby Murderers
Four men have been sentenced to a total of 104 years for the murder of a man from Grimsby.
Humber Bridge Agreement
Plans to cut the humber bridge tolls could be back on track, after an agreement has been reached on how to deal with the debt.
Unemployment Up
The number of people who are out of work has reached a 17-year-high.
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