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A man has sadly been found dead in a van at a Scunthorpe retail park. Police have made an appeal for information after the tragic discovery at Lakeside Retail Park earlier today (Wednesday, November 20). A cordon was put in place and a number of police and fire service vehicles were seen attending the scene. A spokesperson for Humberside Police said: “Officers are currently in attendance at a retail park on Lakeside Parkway in Scunthorpe following a report of a concern for safety this morning, Wednesday, November 20. Upon arrival, a man was discovered deceased within a van and a cordon was put into place to allow officers to conduct lines of enquiry. “Whilst the circumstances of the man’s death are unexplained, they are not thought to be suspicious. If anyone has any information that could assist enquiries, we ask that you contact us on our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 94 of 20 November.” Humberside Fire & Rescue was also called to the scene this morning. A spokesperson said three fire appliances had initially attended at 9.15am after a call from the police to assist at an incident. One appliance had remained at the scene for about an hour to support the police while the others had returned to base. Join the FREE Grimsby Live WhatsApp Community Get all the latest stories, sent straight to your WhatsApp – all you need to do is click the link. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Police officers were involved in a pursuit on the M180 following the theft of a car. Two men have been arrested following reports that a white Ford Fiesta was stolen from the car park of a supermarket in Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, at around 10pm on Monday. Traffic officers from the Kinetic Road Crime Team and Humberside Police Roads Policing Unit were deployed and spotted a Volvo that is believed to have been involved. Following a pursuit, a 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle, driving dangerously, failing to stop, possession of cannabis, driving whilst disqualified and driving without insurance. The Volvo was seen being driven at speed on the M180 and, after a pursuit, a 24-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of driving dangerously, failing to stop, using a motor vehicle without insurance, and driving without a licence. A Humberside Police spokesperson said: “Both remain in our custody at this time whilst enquiries continue. Anyone who has information or has CCTV or dashcam footage that may assist with our enquiries is asked to please contact us on our non-emergency 101 number quoting log 473 of 18 November. You can also report information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.” Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk – the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory. Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here . Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084. READ MORE: Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week. Death Notices On 27th October 2024 at The Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Grimsby, Dennis aged 73 years sadly passed away. Loving husband of Sue, cherished father of Rob, Christine and Karen, dear father in law to Kazza, Adam, the late Ian, and Mat. Dennis will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Service at Grimsby Crematorium on Monday 25th November 2024 at 2.15pm. Dennis is resting at Mashfords Funeral Home, Norfolk Lane Cleethorpes DN35 8BB, where family flowers only please will be received. Donations in lieu, if so desired may be made payable to “R.N.L.I.” or The R.S.P.C.A. and sent to the funeral directors. All enquiries. Tel. 01472 200004. (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) It is with great sadness to announce that John aged 84 years passed away peacefully with his family by his side on 3rd November 2024 whilst in the care of Diana Princess of Wales Hospital. John was a dear dad to Brian, Ian, Steve and Joanne, grandad to Chris, Sarah, Demi, Matthew, Macy, William, Olivia, Amy and Darcy, great grandad to Lilia, Enola-Mae and Theo. John was also a good friend to many and will be missed by all who knew him. A celebration of John’s life will be held at Cleethorpes Cemetery Chapel at 1.15 on 29th November followed by an interment in Cleethorpes Cemetery Any further enquiries to: J W Emberson Funeral Directors, 81 Macaulay Street, Grimsby. Tel 01472 250074. (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) Trevor passed away peacefully on Sunday 3rd November 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side, Trev aged 89 years. Beloved and precious husband of 67 years to Val, loving dad of Elaine, Laura and the late Kevin, father-in-law of Jim, cherished grandad of Richard, Emma, Harry, Kelly and Robert, a very dear great-grandad, uncle, brother-in-law and a great friend to many. A service to celebrate Trev’s life will be held at Grimsby Crematorium on Tuesday 26th November at 9.45am. Family flowers only at the family’s request, but donations in lieu are to benefit Mr. Manzoor, Louise Salt and their team c/o the Health Tree Foundation at the Diana Princess of Wales Hospital. Any further enquiries to J W Emberson Funeral Directors, 81 Macaulay Street, Grimsby . Tel 01472 250074. (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) The family are deeply saddened to announce that suddenly but peacefully, whilst at home, Helen aged 84 years of Cleethorpes sadly passed away. Much loved wife of the late Peter, Loving mother of Carole and the late Steven, Dearest mother-in-law of Matt, Cherished Nana of Aimee and Rob, Dearly loved Nana Grumpy of Archie, Emilee, Sofie and Maisie, Dear sister of Audrey, Michael and the late Sheila. Helen was an Auntie and a friend to many who will be very sadly missed. The funeral service is to take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Monday 2nd December 2024 at 12:00 noon. All floral tributes are welcome and can be sent to Alexanders Funeral Care. Helen is resting at Alexanders Funeral Care, Alexander House, 70 Carr Lane, Grimsby, DN32 8JP. 01472 355255. (nee Kent) Passed away peacefully at Bircham’s Grange Care Home, Herefordshire, on 2nd November 2024, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late George, devoted mum of Paul, Jill and Mark, dear mother-in-law to Roger, treasured grandma to John, Jane and Rachael. Sadly, missed by Paul’s partner Jean and Mark’s partner Kelly. ‘Always in our hearts’ The funeral service will take place at Stonefall Crematorium, Harrogate on Tuesday, 26th November at 1:40 pm. Family flowers only please but donations would be gratefully received for the RNI:D (Royal National Institute for Deaf People) and can be placed in the box as you leave the service or via mabelhaynes.muchloved.com All enquiries to Ledbury Funeralcare (Co-op), Hawcutt House, Bye Street, Ledbury, HR8 2AA Tel: 01531 632084 (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) Mike Peacefully on 1st November 2024 at his home in New Waltham surrounded by his loving family, Mike aged 75 years. Much loved husband of Kath, devoted father of Nicola and Carla and respected father-in-law of Simon and Mark, loving grandad of Ewan, Lydia, Noah and Elliott, a dear brother of Kath and Chris, loved brother-in-law and a good friend to many. A service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held in Grimsby Crematorium on Tuesday 26th November 2024 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu to benefit ‘St. Andrew’s Hospice’ and/or ‘Macmillan Cancer Support’ may be given at the service or sent to : – Near & Near Undertakers, The Mews, David Street, Grimsby, DN32 9NN. Telephone (01472) 250150 www.nearandnear.com (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) Formerly of Falllowfield, Manchester. Sadly, on the 29th October 2024, whilst in the dedicated care of The Old Library, Cleethorpes, Peter aged 77 years passed away peacefully with family at his bedside. Much loved husband of the late Hilary, father to Edward and Peter, father-in-law to Tracey, and kind grandfather to Jack, Amara and Betsy and great grandfather to Logan and Connor. Peter is also greatly missed by his brothers and sisters David, Tony, Margaret, Bernardette, Kathleen and Barbara. A funeral service

British Steel has opened a £10m rail stocking facility in Scunthorpe – the largest of its kind in the country. British Steel is the UK’s only manufacturer of rail. The new hub is at its Scunthorpe site – where the vast majority of rail laid in the UK is made. It is part of the company’s strategy to support the supply of rails to Network Rail, ensuring there is stock ready, as and when required. Craig Harvey, British Steel’s Commercial Director, Rail, said: “We are committed to building the railways of the future, and this investment supports the government’s ambition to improve rail travel and connectivity throughout the UK. “It will also enhance our long-term strategic partnership with Network Rail – a partnership which helps millions of UK passengers and freight operators enjoy safe, enjoyable, and timely journeys. Together we have an integral role to play in strengthening the UK’s infrastructure, enabling development, and supporting hundreds of businesses and thousands of jobs in the supply chain. “The new facility is the latest in a series of major investments in British Steel by our owner, Jingye, which is resolute in its commitment to enhancing our operations and helping us build a sustainable future for our business.” Mr Harvey added British Steel was “proud to be a global leader in rail production and innovation”, and venture like this would ensure it kept delivering high-quality products and services. All rails stocked will have undergone stringent testing and quality assurance checks required to meet specification for immediate despatch, or welding into 216m lengths. The Scunthorpe facility has 11 multi-gantry hoists to lift finished rail stock to customer rolling stock. From there it will be transported for installation on mainline routes within the UK. “We have a long running relationship with British Steel, who support the delivery of our track maintenance, renewal and enhancement activities,” said Network Rail ‘s supply chains operations director, Julia Territt. “Our focus remains on ensuring that we have continued delivery of rail supply, now and into the future, so that we can continue delivering reliable services for our passengers. We’re pleased to see the ongoing commitment to supporting the UK rail network with the investment in the new facilities in Scunthorpe.” Read More: Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter When fully-stocked, the Scunthorpe storage facility will hold around 25,000 tonnes of 108m finished rail – largely 56E1 and 60E2 section rails. Mr Harvey added: “British Steel combines dedicated customer service with world-class design and technical consultancy to develop and deliver high-quality rail solutions. Our new stocking facility will help us build upon this, and we look forward to continuing to work with operators, in the UK and globally, to help them overcome the challenges they face.” Earlier this year, British Steel’s Scunthorpe rail facilities got a lucrative contract to supply rail for a major new rail line in Egypt. British Steel also got planning permission in May for for a 50m long by 12m wide steel rail service building, by Mill Field Road. This will enable light servicing and inspection of rail wagons to take place with shelter from the weather. Join the FREE Grimsby Live WhatsApp Community Get all the latest stories, sent straight to your WhatsApp – all you need to do is click the link. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Raw materials have also been bought in to keep British Steel’s coke blast furnaces running into 2025, after reports the furnaces would cease production this year. There is planning permission for British Steel to move to an electric arc furnace (EAF ) on its Scunthorpe site in the future. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

A North Lincolnshire man was found with scores of indecent images of children along with people having sex with dogs, horses and chickens. Sky Gray, 37, of St Botolph’s Road, Scunthorpe, admitted making indecent images of children, possession of prohibited images and extreme pornographic images. At Grimsby Crown Court, Harry Bradford, prosecuting, said Humberside Police were provided information about the suspicion that indecent images were being downloaded at an address in Scunthorpe. Gray was arrested at his home on August 1, 2022, when a computer, mobile phone and other devices were seized and examined. Forensic examination showed 57 moving images of the worst category of indecent images, some involving a child aged just four years. Scores of other images were also discovered, some which had been made into cartoon figures. The prosecutor said there were 65 moving images of people having sex with dogs, chickens and horses. When he was interviewed by police Gray said he was asexual but later said he had searched the dark web to download images that he found sexually arousing. Mr Bradford said the images were of an extreme pornographic nature and there was discernible pain for the children involved. For Gray, Craig Lowe said his client needed help with rehabilitation with a Maps For Change programme and said he would be willing to perform unpaid work as punishment, as an alternative to going to prison. Judge Gurdial Singh said: “If it was not for people like you there would not be a market place and harm caused to children.” He said it had been motivated by sexual gratification and warned Gray that if there was any breach of the court order, he would go to prison. He imposed a sentence of 12 months in prison, suspended for 18 months and ordered him to do 180 hours of unpaid work. A total of 20 Rehabilitation Activity Requirement days were ordered. He imposed a Sexual Harm Prevention Order to last for ten years, which will require him not to view such images again and make any future device available to police for inspection. The computer and phone used for the offences will be destroyed. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

A much-loved North Ferriby husband and father was tragically hit by a lorry on the A15 when he returned to the broken-down car he had been travelling in with his wife and daughter. Flooring businessman, Trevor Ward, 74, died in the collision near Barton on September 11 last year, an inquest heard. The broken down Suzuki Swift emitted a massive wall of smoke which hindered the Mercedes lorry driver’s visibility as it collided with Mr Ward and the rear of the car. He and his wife and daughter Megan had got out of the car due to the fumes from the faulty fuel pump to the engine and took shelter on a nearby verge in the darkness of the night. The family car was half off and half on the inside lane of the dual carriageway a short distance from the Barton Interchange. But Mr Ward went back to the car for an unknown reason. Daughter Megan walked back down the verge of the northbound carriageway shining the torch on her mobile phone to warn any on-coming motorists. But moments later her father was struck by the lorry and died at the scene. At Grimsby Town Hall, assistant coroner for Greater Lincolnshire, Marianne Johnson said he died as a result of a road traffic collision. Police forensic collision investigator, PC Bhupinder Sood said: “Due to the reduced visibility, it is, in my opinion, unlikely the smoke would have been immediately obvious to the driver of the Mercedes lorry as he approached. It would have led to him having insufficient time and distance to avoid the collision with the deceased and the Suzuki. The primary causation must rest with the actions of Mr Ward, who for unknown reasons, entered the carriageway from the relative safety of the grass verge.” A forensic examination of the Suzuki showed it had three loose bolts which caused a fault in the high pressure fuel system. Mrs Johnson said she could not say why Mr Ward was where he was at the time. Addressing the family, she said: “You may have to accept that there are questions to which there will never be answers.” Diane Fawcett-Ward had taken her husband of 30 years and their daughter Megan to Scawby, near Brigg to visit her parents. They made the journey to North Ferriby around 7.30pm. She said Trevor was “the best husband and father you could wish for.” In tribute, Mrs Fawcett-Ward said: “He was the life and soul of the party. You heard him before you saw him. He was often whistling and he was popular at work.” She added her loss was “absolutely devastating” and the family are still in shock. “He was so proud of his girls,” she said. Mrs Fawcett-Ward said the family car had over 100,000 miles on the clock and had taken them for a family holiday to Cornwall in July that year and had been regularly maintained and checked. She said there had been a smell of diesel as they left her parents’ home and she drove steadily back to North Ferriby, without any faults indicated on the car. Without warning the car stopped, though the engine was still revving. Even when she turned it off, it continued revving and filled the carriageway with smoke. The three got out and stood on the verge. In her statement read at the inquest, daughter Megan said she walked a short distance back down the A15, as she could not see her mother or father and used the feel of the car to work out where she was. The smoke was so dense she could not see. She shone the torch on her phone and saw a lorry heading towards the car. She said she saw her dad at the rear of the car. “I did not know why he was there,” she said. The lorry did not alter its path and there was no braking and she heard a loud bang. The lorry driver, George Agar, stopped the lorry in a layby a short distance from the collision. He walked back to the scene and then walked away feeling unwell. Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Grimsby with our free newsletter Another motorist, Michael Walker, said he was returning from Grimsby to the North Bank when he encountered the “wall of grey” smoke and moved to the outside lane. He said he had not seen the car either. He said he had never, in many years of driving, seen “such an instantaneous loss of vision” due to the smoke. Mr Agar, 63, said in a statement read at the inquest that he had delivered a lorry load of potatoes to a Scunthorpe factory and was heading back to the North Bank. He said he was travelling at 53 to 54mph when he saw what he thought was fog. “It totally engulfed my vehicle. As soon as I saw this I started to brake and was still braking. I was shocked when I saw the car,” he said. The lorry driver said his vehicle, with 35ft-trailer, scraped the broken down car. Crash investigator PC Sood said the force of the impact with the lorry on the car had forced the rear wheel to be pushed into the body of the car. He said the Highway Code recommends anyone from a broken down car should illuminate hazard lights and take safety on the verge of a road, which is what the family did. He said: “But that would not have made any difference because the smoke was that thick.” He added there was insufficient time for the lorry driver to see Mr Ward on the road, due to the large plumes of dense smoke which completely obstructed his view. The collision investigator said there had been no significant reduction in speed by the lorry driver. The investigator was questioned by the family’s barrister. Gordon Exall, who asked if he was aware that the lorry driver

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk – the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory. Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here . Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084. READ MORE: Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week, including death notices, in memoriams, birthday memoriams and acknowledgements. To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week. Death Notices (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) On 11th day of 11th month 2024, former soldier Vincent Albert Adland, aged 86, late of Barton upon Humber, passed away peacefully, with his sons by his side, in the tender care of Lindsey Lodge Hospice. He leaves loving children Valerie, Charles and Roy, their families and his friends who will sorely miss him. Vince will, once more, be with his dearly beloved wife, Eileen. A short, family only, service will take place at Woodlands Crematorium on 28th November 2024. Donations, marked for Vincent’s memory, please, to Lindsey Lodge Hospice, directly online to www.lindseylodgehospice.org.uk (BSc Agric Leeds) Died 24th October 2024, Aged 85 years. Of Cleethorpes, and Ellesmere, Shropshire Son of the late Sidney and Nell Allen of Cleethorpes and Humberstone Husband of Rosemary. Proud and Devoted Father of Victoria, Robert and Jennifer and Grandfather of all his Grandchildren. Former Agricultural Advisor with NOSCA, Lecturer at Craibstone Aberdeen and Senior Lecturer in Livestock at Harper Adams University, Scientist and Farmer. Funeral Service to be held at Emstrey Crematorium, Shrewsbury (SY2 6PS) on Friday 22nd November 2024 at 10:45am Donations if desired to the Alzheimer’s Society. Enquiries to E. J. Edgerton & Son (01948) 710286 (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) (Joey, Chilo, Baker) It is with great sadness that the Baker family announce the passing of Paul on the 23rd of October 2024, aged 59 years. A devoted and loving father and father in law to Laura-Jane and Callum, an amazing brother and brother in law to Kathryn and Irene and Barry and Sue and also to his twin sister Paula, an incredible uncle to Diane, Faye, Ashleigh, Anne-Marie and Hannah and a dear friend to many who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. A service for Paul will take place at St. Barnabas Church, Barnetby on Tuesday the 19th of November at 13.00pm, followed by a private burial. Mourners to wear colourful attire. Family flowers only, donations gratefully received in Paul’s memory for ‘Cancer Research’ and can be sent c/o Jason Threadgold Funeral Director 19-21 Old Court Road Brigg DN20 8JD Tel: (01652) 638888 (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) The family are deeply saddened to announce, that on 5th November 2024, whilst in the loving care of Diana Princess of Wales, Jean aged 86 years of New Waltham and formerly Broughton, sadly passed away. Beloved wife of Brian, much loved mum of Robert, Vicky & the late Joanne. Cherished Nana to Joe, George, Alice and John, Great Nana to Vivian and Peneloppe, Sister to David, Josephine and Mick. Jean was loved by all who knew her and will be very sadly missed. The service is to take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Thursday 28th November 2024 at 12:00 noon, with a reception to follow from 1.30 at The Kingsway Hotel Cleethorpes. All floral tributes will be welcome and warmly received by Alexanders. Jean is resting at Alexanders Funeral Care, Alexanders House, 70 Carr Lane, Grimsby, DN32 8JP. (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) (nee Emmerson) Peacefully on 4th November 2024, aged 100 years, passed away at home in Kirton in Lindsey with her daughter Janet by her side. Beloved Wife of the late Charles. Loving Mum of Janet and Mother-in-law of John. Much loved Grandma to Jessica and Steve, Joanna and James. A very dear Cousin, Auntie and special friend to many. A funeral service will be held at St Andrew’s United Church, Kirton in Lindsey on Tuesday 26th November at 11.30am Internment at Kirton Lindsey Cemetery, followed by refreshments at the Church Halls. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to St Andrews Church, Bransby Horses and Cats Protection. Donations may be left at the church or sent to F S Machin Funeral Directors, 5 March St, Kirton Lindsey, DN21 4PH (Tel 01652 632205) (Ken) Formerly of Cortaulds. Sadly on 8th October 2024 at his home in Cleethorpes, Ken passed away peacefully, aged 93 years. The devoted husband of the late Peggy, beloved father of the late Keith, cherished brother of Eileen and the late Ernest, a much loved family member and good friend and neighbour to many. A service to celebrate Ken’s life will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Thursday 21st November 2024, at 9.45am. Family flowers only please, by request. Donations in lieu of floral tributes, to benefit ‘RNLI Cleethorpes’ will be gratefully received at Mashfords Funeral Service, Norfolk Lane, Cleethorpes DN35 8BB. All enquiries, Tel: 01472 200004 (Image: funeral-notices.co.uk) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 29th October 2024 at Louth Hospital, aged 90. A loving husband to Phyllis and father to Barrie and Martyn. The service is due to take place on Tuesday 19th November 2024 at Woodlands Crematorium at 12.40. Colin will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. Family flowers only please however donations in memory of Colin are thankfully received for Alzheimer’s

A motivational speaker from North Lincolnshire who was diagnosed as deaf from the age of two us performing in a new show at Plowright Theatre. Shaun Fitzgerald, from Scunthorpe, has had a busy year including an appearance on Channel 4’s First Dates and touring with his show No Need To Shout. Shaun will appear in the new show, Directions, at the Plowright Theatre in Scunthorpe with other talented local actors on Wednesday, November 20. “I’m proud to be part of Directions as an actor, and working alongside the talent actors from Scunthorpe and Grimsby,” said Shaun. The show is described as a “slick, fast-paced, entertaining and dramatic evening”. Growing up in North Lincolnshire, Shaun said he faced his share of challenges but recalled that “football was my escape and passion”. He was the only deaf player in his local hearing team and was a talented footballer, coming close to going professional. He said: “Despite the initial difficulties of communication, I found ways to adapt, using visual cues like hand signals and relying on the incredible support of my teammates. Football became more than a game; it was a place where I felt truly equal. “One standout moment was during a crucial match where we were trailing by a goal. Late in the game, I scored the equaliser, and the sheer joy and camaraderie with my team reminded me why I loved the sport so much. Moments like that fuelled my determination to take football as far as I could. “I worked hard, and for a while, I was very close to becoming a professional footballer. However, a devastating knee injury changed everything. It was heartbreaking to see my dream slip away, but looking back, it taught me resilience and the importance of adapting to life’s challenges. “Even though my football career didn’t go as planned, the lessons I learned on the pitch—teamwork, determination, and never giving up—continue to shape who I am today.” Looking back at 2024, Shaun said: “It’s been an incredibly busy year, and I’m grateful for all the opportunities that have come my way. One of the biggest highlights was my successful live No Need To Shout tour across the UK, which was a fantastic experience and allowed me to connect with so many wonderful people. “I’ve also had the privilege of being an after-dinner speaker and motivational speaker at events for companies across the UK and internationally. It’s been fulfilling to share my story and inspire others. “Another highlight has been working in educational settings, where I was honoured to deliver awards to students, celebrating their hard work and achievements. My first book, The Rebuilt Mind, is also available on Amazon. On top of that, I’ve been busy writing—my second book is well underway, and I’m excited about a new book project in the works. “I’ve also been involved in a few exciting film projects and a theatre show, both of which have been rewarding creative challenges. It’s been a whirlwind year, but it’s all been so fulfilling.” Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter Shaun said he is working on a film project with Lee Waddingham in 2025. He can’t reveal more details at this time but said “it’s going to be something truly special”. He is starting a brand-new live tour as well as his work as a motivational speaker, after-dinner speaker, and actor, on top of writing a script for a film project and a real-life story theatre show. As an advocate for mental health, Shaun said one of the biggest challenges the deaf community faces is a lack of counsellors who can use BSL. Shaun said “meaning and emotion could be lost” when interpreters are used and it’s harder for the deaf patient to establish a trusting relationship with their counsellor. He added: “This is one of the reasons I wrote my book, to challenge these barriers, raise awareness, give people the confidence in sharing their story and struggles and to let people know of the methods available to them.” For bookings and further information, please contact Shaun’s agent: e-mail: info@redshoeentertainment.co.uk telephone: 01522 275 175. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Is the truth out there? UFOs have been in the headlines again recently as secret research into the strange phenomena is discussed at the US Congress. A hearing on Capitol Hill, Washington DC, titled “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth,” heard from several experts and a variety of witness accounts. Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) is an alternative name for Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs). Meanwhile, last year, the British spotter group UFO Identified documented a total of 395 sightings in the UK in 2023. That was a 20 per cent drop from 497 UFO sightings in 2022 and also lower than in 2021 (413) and 2020 (484). It found that people in the North West had the best chance of seeing a UFO last year, with 41 sightings across the region, followed by the South East (40) and then the South West (39). You can see what UFO encounters have been reported where you live using our interactive map below … Sightings in northern Lincolnshire have included: April 2021 in Grimsby: Strange ‘worm-like’ object floating above Grimsby for 40 minutes, not moving June 2021 in Scunthorpe: Ten to sixteen very bright lights travelling at speed moving north in an arrow formation January 2022 in Cleethorpes: Circle object with lights on and an aura around it, emitted beams and was changing colour Experts at the US hearing included government workers and a member of NASA’s UAP Independent Study Team. Michael Gold – former NASA associate administrator of space policy and partnerships and a member of the UAP study team – told the hearing that “the vast majority of UAP are drones”. However, he added that there are anomalies that must be studied and admitted that some of the UAPs “are being intelligently controlled”. Author and former Department of Defence official Luis Elizondo claimed that “advanced technologies not made by our government – or any other government – are monitoring sensitive military installations around the globe”. He added: “Let me be clear, UAP are real.” The hearing, jointly led by Chairs Nancy Mace and Glenn Grothman, was the second to investigate the phenomenon of UAP. “Americans deserve to understand what the government has learned about UAP sightings, and the nature of any potential threats these phenomena pose,” the co-chairs said in a statement. The hearing followed a long-awaited report released by NASA last year which studied previous sightings of UFOs (or UAPs) in the skies. While the report did not find any clear evidence that the sightings were extra-terrestrial in origin, it did admit it was possible they could be. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

A mysterious tribute that was placed in a Poppy Appeal donation box has been placed on a cross at the cenotaph in Scunthorpe to honour the memory of an unknown father. Dr Malcolm Roberts, a 72-year-old Armed Forces veteran said a little brass-coloured heart found its way into a donation box when collectors were raising money for then Poppy Appeal. Because the trinket wasn’t money, it was rejected by the coin-counting machine but Malcolm realised its significance and vowed to keep hold of it until Remembrance Day. Malcom, who was based in Kirton in Lindsey with 22 Air Defence Regiment and has served in The Falklands, Cyprus, and Northern Ireland, said: “Last year, during the count of donations collected across the Scunthorpe area, I came across a small brass heart tucked into one of the collection boxes. Inscribed with the simple but powerful words, ‘I Love You Dad’. “It appeared to be a sentimental keepsake from someone honouring their loved one. Since it was found after Armistice Day, I carefully stored the heart, waiting for the right moment to honour it. “This November 11th, I attached the brass heart to a Royal British Legion wooden cross and placed it respectfully at the cenotaph in Scunthorpe during the Armistice Day ceremony. “I shared a photo of the tribute on Facebook, hoping to connect with the original owner or someone who may recognise its significance. It would mean a lot to reunite this keepsake with its owner or their family, letting them know it was honoured in this way.” This year, the Poppy Appeal in Scunthorpe had a turnout of 3,600 people and there was a parade of 400 Armed Forces personnel led by Warrant Officer Class 1 Jon Jones. Last year, nearly £60,000 was raised and the total for this year is still being counted. Malcom said the story of the brass heart stands as a reminder of the memories and personal connections the Poppy Appeal helps preserve. It offers a chance for the community to reflect on the ways they support veterans and their families. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe