THE Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have ended days of speculation by deciding on a name for their infant son: George Alexander Louis.

HRH Prince George of Cambridge, the third-in-line to the throne, is set to be known as King George VII when he one day becomes king.

The couple's decision on the name - the bookies' favourite - was announced by Kensington Palace on Wednesday evening, two days and two hours after the new heir was born.

Read the Grimsby Telegraph tomorrow as we are looking back at a royal visit in Grimsby.

THE Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have ended days of speculation by deciding on a name for their infant son: George Alexander Louis.

HRH Prince George of Cambridge, the third-in-line to the throne, is set to be known as King George VII when he one day becomes king.

The couple's decision on the name - the bookies' favourite - was announced by Kensington Palace tonight, two days and two hours after the new heir was born.

Read the Grimsby Telegraph tomorrow as we are looking back at a royal visit in Grimsby.

IN-FORM Barton Town captain John Knapton scored another century as his side won well at Alford & District in the Premier Division.

The opener hit 12 fours in his 106, while Gareth Mellors added a useful unbeaten 32 as Barton won with nine balls to spare.

Earlier, Alford had posted 232 for eight in their 50 overs, Wayne Garlick hitting 63, Andrew White 56 and Joe Irving 49.

Richard Dannatt (103) also hit a century for leaders Messingham, but his efforts proved to be in vain as Scunthorpe Town ran out winners by three wickets.

Meanwhile, second-placed Alkborough slipped to a four-wicket home defeat at the hands of mid-table Market Rasen.

Alkborough scored 178 for eight, Vaidik Kishan Raj scoring 61 and Steve Clay 46, as Matt Rutherford managed three for 54.

Rasen lost both openers cheaply in reply, but skipper Rutherford steadied things with an undefeated 55.

Cleethorpes 2nds – at the foot of the table – lost at home to Cherry Willingham, who are two places above the relegation zone.

Electing to bat first at Chichester Road, Cherry posted 221 for nine, Stuart Harvey taking three for 38 for the Meggies.

Cleethorpes' score of 192 all-out included 52 by John Mansfield and 34 from Ryan Harrison.

In Division One, Rich Griffin continued his fine all-round season as Holton-le-Clay won by six wickets when hosting Horncastle at Tetney Lane.

Phil Roberts scored 39 as the visitors made 142, as Griffin claimed four for 33 and spinner Danny Portus four for 37.

Holton-le-Clay were steered home by a good stand between Griffin (56 not out) and Paul Holmes (41 not out), Horncastle's Harry Smith taking three for 37.

Despite missing some regulars, leaders Broughton still proved too hot for Outcasts – winning by five wickets.

Half-centuries from Mick Bramley (64 not out) and Simon Taylor (57) were important as Scunthorpe side Appleby Frodingham 2nds kept on course for promotion with a five-wicket home win over Owmby at Brumby Hall.

Owmby posted 185 for six, including 40 not out from Charlie Anderton and an unbeaten 35 from veteran strokemaker Edwin Chappell.

After tea, Sam Atkin claimed three for 55 but Appleby Frodingham won with 14 balls to spare.

Scunthorpe Town 2nds suffered a very disappointing nine-wicket when they entertained lowly Scothern at Heslam Park.

Town negotiated all their 45 overs, but mustered only 154 for nine.

This was a surprise as they had been given a successful start by openers Neil Patrick (36) and Dylan Hopkins (39).

David Brown's 41 was the only innings of note to follow.

After tea, Pop Robson managed to dismiss one of the Scothern openers, but the very experienced Mark Conyors saw the visitors home with an undefeated 79, assisted by Peter Wright (44 not out).

In Division Two, a super century from Dan Mawer helped second-placed Grimsby Town 2nds defeat Cleethorpes 3rds at Augusta Street.

Mawer hit 19 fours in his 115, while openers John Maddock and Nigel Fanthorpe made 28 and 29 respectively in a total for 240 for five.

Scott Hilton claimed three for 44 for the Meggies, who went on to notch all five batting bonus points with a reply of 219 – thanks mainly to 55 from Reece Holberry and 33 by Ian Hallam.

Leaders Haxey 2nds hosted fourth-placed Keelby, and won by the wide margin of eight wickets.

Keelby were dismissed for 92, which included 48 from skipper Danny Bevis as Aaron Moody bagged four for 12, and Jon Stanser four for 32.

Haxey took a little over 21 overs to secure another 20-point maximum haul, Anthony Fleet scoring 26 and Stanser 24.

Third-in-the-table Alkborough 2nds won handsomely at Hibaldstow, whose yo-yo form continued.

Highlights of Alkborough's 186 for six were 41 not out from Grant Standerline and 34 by Neil Gray, as left-armer Gary Dixon took two for 22 from 14 miserly overs.

The seamer then showed form with the bat, making 23 down the order as Hibaldstow were dismissed for 77.

But as miserly bowlers go there are few who can top Alkborough's Rich Kirman, who grabbed five for 17 in 12.5 overs.

Paul Mitchell dismissed both Hibaldstow openers and later trapped a couple of tail-enders "leg before" to finish with four for 34.

It seemed reasonable to expect the runs to flow at Brigg Road, but Caistor Town 2nds failed to shine with the bat on their home turf, losing by eight wickets to Lincoln side Hartsholme 2nds.

Matt Travis scored 25 in Caistor's all-out 104, but despite Henry Gillott showing the cutting edge to dismiss both visiting openers, Hartsholme suffered no further loss in chasing down their target inside 32 overs.

In Division Three, a record team total for the section was posted by Outcasts 2nds when they entertained Grimsby side Laportes at the Hirst Priory ground, near Crowle.

The Isle of Axholme team rattled up 291 for seven in their 45 overs – the top all-time total in 50 years of the Lincolnshire League.

Laportes had only eight players, which made stemming the runs even more difficult.

But they stuck manfully to the task as Outcasts pressed home their advantage.

Star knock was 111 from Charlie Mason, with Russ Fletcher making 39 and skipper Jason Whiteley an unbeaten 25 at the end which helped achieve the record total in the final over.

Mick Barton, despite carrying an injury, was the pick of the Grimsby side's attack, sending down the maximum permitted 15 overs to take three for 67.

After tea, Laportes made a brave fist of things, scoring 179 which included 64 from opener Mick Hanson and a stylish and undefeated 55 from Gill Singh Palli.

Whiteley capped a good all-round day by polishing off the innings to return five for 38 on a road-like batting surface.

Much-improved South Kelsey journeyed to third-placed Barton Town 2nds, but suffered an 11-run defeat.

Town made 179 for seven, which featured 61 from Mike Wilkinson and an unbeaten 44 by Nathan Jones, as John Baty grabbed five for 51.

South Kelsey were bowled out with four overs still to go for 168, opener Rob Baty scoring 59, Rob Dennis 37 and Antony George 32.

Slow bowlers Lucas Waller and Andrew Tester both took three for 48 in 12 overs.

Market Rasen 2nds suffered a bit of a wobble as Luke Jelly starred for Old Lincolnians against them at Rase Park.

Dale Christie cracked 62 for Rasen, and Jon Stephenson 28, but they were dismissed for 137 in 39 overs, with Jelly taking four for 29.

The on-song all-rounder then moulded a match-winning 72 not out to see the visitors home with only two wickets down.

Divisional leaders Alford 2nds lost their unbeaten record during a 37-run defeat at Washingborough, who are second.

The home side's 203 for three left Alford with only a solitary bowling bonus point to show for 45 overs of toil in the field.

Opening batsman Paul Nickson – the seventh bowler to try his luck – returned two for 24.

Alford responded with 166 for six, Nickson leading the way with 51 and Dean Jacklin making 38.

In Division Four, Cleethorpes 4ths, who had not been having a very successful season, secured a nail-biting four-run win on their visit to Old Lincolnians 2nds – sending the city side into the re-election zone below the Meggies.

Put in to bat, the Meggies were dismissed for 121, but managed to bowl out their hosts for 117, opener Simon Taylor taking the eye with three for 29 from 13 overs.

Dean Cressey and Jack Tutass managed a couple of wickets apiece to assist the cause.

Fourth-placed Normanby Park won well at home to promotion-chasing Morton, from Gainsborough.

The Scunthorpe team got away to a very good start through openers Jack Cowling (73) and Alex Czabaniuk (33) but the next best was only 12 in a final effort of 154 for nine.

Cowling then opened the bowling and claimed three for 27 as the visitors were dismissed for 113 in the 32nd over.

Two centuries were posted for Scunthorpe Town 2nds as the Steelmen booked a place in the Bob Welton Cup final with an emphatic win against Scothern 2nds on Sunday.

Jake Smith (127) and Ben Ibrahim (103 not out) helped Town rattle up a daunting 281 for three in their 45 overs.

Scothern were then dismissed for 74 in the 23rd over.

Alkborough 2nds won the other semi-final against fellow Division Two team Cherry Willingham 2nds.

Visiting West Halton Lane, Cherry were dismissed for 89 – three experienced bowlers doing the bulk of the damage, Paul Mitchell taking two for seven, Steve Kirman two for eight and Rich Kirman two for 11.

Another seasoned campaigner, Dave Kilgallon, then made a valuable 34 to help see Alkborough home to victory.

GRIMSBY proved it has talent as singers, dancers and comedians took to the stage in a community variety show.

Organised by the Supporters Of Freshney Communities group, the event at John Whitgift Academy showcased the best of local talent in the area to an eager audience of youngsters from surrounding schools.

After a grueling audition process, 18 acts made it through to the final show.

From the dazzling singing voice of 13-year-old Molly Wells and the comedy stylings of 17-year-old Aaron Hayes, the performance had something for everyone.

Organiser Liam Kiff, 16, said: "It is amazing and everything has come together perfectly.

"I am glad to see that so many people came to see it.

"There's been a lot of hard work and dedication which has gone into this to raise money for Whitgift and projects in the community."

Liam organised the event alongside Jo Mayben, 30, and Kate Moore, 39.

The teenager gave a rendition of the top Tom Jones hit, It's Not Unusual, as his contribution and also acted as compere.

"It's great to think that we made it happen and watching everyone on stage was just awesome," he added.

Kate is a former Whitgift student and said: "It was weird to be back behind the scenes.

"I remember taking part in Christmas productions. It's been a raging success so far.

"The kids have been a dream to work with and I'm massively proud of everyone."

Nine-year-old Lucy Moore performed the famous song Tomorrow, from the musical Annie, with her teddy bear Sammy in tow.

She said: "I chose this song because it's the one I'm best at.

"I was so pleased when I got through the auditions and even more pleased when so many people came to see us all."

Fellow performer Christina Hanslow, 17, said: "It's been five weeks of hard work but we got here in the end!"

And actor Adam Hayes added: "It's been great fun meeting and working with some great new people."

GRIMSBY hospital is reiterating where patients should go for treatment following a report which warns NHS plans to relieve pressure on A&E units this winter is inadequate.

The Government's cross-party Health Select Committee yesterday published their findings into an investigation into emergency care in England, and said it had been given "confusing" and "contradictory" information about what was being done to help.

NHS England has said it is considering various measures to relieve pressure ahead of the cold season.

But the MPs expressed concerns, stating staffing issues and rising attendances as among the main causes of the problems.

Their evidence found only 17 per cent of hospitals had the recommended level of consultant cover, while difficulties discharging patients and a lack of beds at times meant patient flow was disrupted.

The report was commissioned after the NHS missed its four-hour nationwide waiting-time target in the first three months of this year.

Today, the clinical director of accident and emergency at Grimsby's Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Oltunde Ashaolu, said: "A&E departments in our hospital and across the country are extremely busy.

"We are seeing a lot of poorly patients coming through our doors who do require hospital treatment. Our staff work flexibly to ensure we maintain safe staffing levels.

"People with breathing problems, suspected strokes and suspected heart attacks should immediately contact the emergency services. Those with less serious ailments should consider alternative options available, such as a pharmacist or walk-in centre."

Following the publication of the report, the MPs urged NHS England's medical director, Sir Bruce Keogh, who is leading a review into hospital care, to look at weaknesses across the health service overall.

As reported, Sir Bruce's team came to Grimsby and their conclusion, published last week, saw the Trust which runs Grimsby's hospital placed in special measures, alongside ten other trusts.

The MPs also suggested ambulances could treat more patients to reduce hospital transfers.

An NHS England spokesman said it recognised there was work to be done and action plans would be in place by the autumn.

Also yesterday, latest figures show Northern Lincolnshire and Goole Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) still has a higher than expected death rate.

The summary hospital-level mortality indicator (SHMI) measure for NLAG for January 2012 to December 2012 stands at 115, which remains above the national average of 100.

It also indicates no improvement from the previous SHMI figure published in April, which was also 115.

Click here to read the committee's report in full

EIGHT new members of staff have celebrated securing jobs as a household goods retailer officially opens in Grimsby.

PerfectHome's new shop in Freshney Place shopping centre has created permanent full-time employment opportunities in the town.

Chris Taylor, 27, dad of Alex, 9, and Oliver, 2, is one of the sales consultants recruited for the new store.

He said: "Getting the job at PerfectHome is a career change for me – I've been working in pubs as assistant manager before.

"In my new job I get the face-to-face contact with customers, but can also look after my family, because it's a permanent, full-time job with family-friendly working hours.

"I live in Grimsby with my family and it's just great that I've found a job right in the community and can go to work in the town centre."

Charelle Bellamey, 24, was over the moon when she found out she got a job as a sales consultant.

She said: "I love working with customers and my new role at PerfectHome is all about customer service.

"I've previously been gaining retail experience working part-time at The Perfume Shop here in Grimsby, and it is a fantastic step up for me to get a full-time position at PerfectHome with all the training to build a career in retail."

The eight new members of staff joined in with family fun at the store's two-day opening event.

Area manager Darren Messam said: "Opening the new store has provided much-needed local jobs for local people.

"They are full-time, permanent positions complete with opportunities for career progression.

"We've recruited a great team here in Grimsby and are looking forward to being part of the town centre community."

With its new 2066sq ft store located on Market Square, near British Home Stores, PerfectHome adds to the current retail mix at Freshney Place.

Amanda Austin, the shopping centre's director, said: "The arrival of PerfectHome will be a fantastic addition to Freshney Place.

"Not only will it give our customers another store to enjoy, it will also enhance our existing retail offer.

"PerfectHome will deliver a fabulous shop fit which will transform the unit – we're all very excited to see the store open.

"We are delighted that eight new jobs will be created as part of the new store opening, as Freshney Place is always keen to support the local community."

PerfectHome is a UK-wide household goods retailer offering quality products to customers through weekly, fortnightly or monthly payment options.

Established in 2006, it has opened 62 stores across the UK, creating more than 600 jobs to date.

CHILDREN – and adults – are being warned not to stray onto railway lines and trespass into the path of danger.

The annual summertime plea from the British Transport Police (BTP) will strike a chord with people this year, still in shock at the deaths of two family men who died when their car was hit by a train at Great Coates level crossing.

Just hours after their tragic deaths, pedestrians were spotted dicing with death on the same track.

Officers had to break off from their investigations in the immediate aftermath of the crash and give chase to three men taking a shortcut across the tracks.

Later, a youth with a bicycle also crossed the track seconds before a train passed.

As reported, colleagues Paul Hodge, 47, of Nunsthorpe, and David Williams, 40, died when Paul's Volvo was hit by a train on the Great Coates level crossing. An inquest is expected to be held in November.

Their deaths and the incidents afterwards horrified an already shocked community, and today, the BTP is re-issuing its plea for both young and old to be aware of the dangers posed by the railway.

The force is also urging parents to know where their children go to play.

As a result, the network will be the subject of increased patrols – including by officers in plain clothes – to deter people tempted to trespass – and catch those who do.

The BTP is also launching a crackdown on what are known as "route crime" offences, such as stone throwing, putting obstructions in front of trains and vandalism.

CCTV will also be monitored at stations.

Chief Inspector of Operations Derek O'Mara said: "Sadly, during school holidays, and with the onset of warmer weather and longer nights, we often see a rise in children and young people trespassing on the tracks in the summer, and officers are worried that someone will get seriously injured or killed.

"We are hoping that by targeting hot spots and through the education work we have already done, we will reduce the number of incidents this summer and deter the majority of youngsters from playing or hanging around on the railways.

"This is not about stopping children having fun – it is about keeping them safe from harm.

"BTP officers are all too often called to incidents where youngsters have been injured and, in some cases, killed because they were messing about on or near the railway. "We do not want to have to tell any family that their son or daughter will not be coming home.

"I cannot overstate just how dangerous such trespassing is. "Though youngsters may think they are perfectly safe, they often fail to realise the true situation.

"Trains can approach quietly and, if you are trespassing, often when you do hear it, it can be too late to move out of the way.

"Unlike cars, trains cannot swerve to avoid people or items in their path; it can take up to the length of 20 football pitches for a train to stop.

"The message is simple – stay safe and keep off the tracks."

Click here to listen to an interview with Chief Inspector Derek O'Mara

MORE than 1,000 drivers a day were speeding along Peaks Parkway before the new speed cameras became enforceable, it has been revealed.

Safety officials say it is too early to have any figures on how many drivers have been caught breaking the limit since the average speed system came into effect this month, but say they are so far happy with motorists' response.

The cameras were installed in November at a cost of £100,000, and until this month, were being used to collate data, which revealed the shocking number of people breaking the 30mph limit on the stretch between Frederick Ward Way and Weelsby Road.

Humberside Police casualty reduction officer PC Barry Gardner said since the enforcement of speed restrictions, which could mean motorists facing £100 penalties, the number going more than 30mph has declined.

PC Gardner said: "It is the first average speed check we have used in Humberside and I would like to see more of them.

"It is something we are not hiding. We are publicising it openly.

"The idea is to reduce casualties. A lot of people have slowed down since and drivers have to understand the limit is the limit."

He said there was a slight leeway in the speed limit to account for differences in speedometers.

The officer said: "That doesn't mean people can do 35mph. The best thing for people to do is 30mph maximum."

PC Gardner added: "People said when we put the speed cameras up on the A46 that motorists would find alternative routes and risk accidents elsewhere, but, in fact, the number of vehicles using the A46 has gone up."

Principal traffic engineer Dave Poucher said the cameras on Peaks Parkway are operated by Safer Roads Humber, which is a partnership between local authorities, including North East Lincolnshire Council.

He said: "Traffic is flowing as well as can be expected. It always did. No one seems to be rushing. But it appears people are being more mindful. It is certainly moving more traffic.

"These are early days so we don't have figures. Within about three or four months we will be able to say with some confidence if it has had a positive effect."

He said the cameras are able to map the journey time between traffic lights which govern traffic at Weelsby Road and Welholme Road.

He said: "It is 30mph. That is the maximum speed allowed. Motorists should please ensure they keep to it or they could end up on the wrong end of a fixed penalty notice from the police."

A "TERRIFIED" man scaled the roof of a Grimsby terrace and "screamed like a werewolf" as residents watched in horror.

Humberside Police spent several hours trying to talk the man, believed to be in his 20s, down from the roof of his home in Sixhills Street, Grimsby.

Fearing for his safety, a crowd gathered by the corners of Convamore Road and Donnington Street, at either end of the cordon.

One resident, who did not want to be named, woke up to his screams and ran out of his house to find out what was happening.

He said: "I came out to hear him screaming. I didn't know what it was at first. I thought it was people fighting. Then I saw him running up and down the roof.

"I was scared he was going to fall – if he had, it would have been nasty."

Residents described his screams as those made by a werewolf or an ape.

The man was barefoot, wore tracksuit bottoms and a patterned T-shirt, which was ripped up each side.

Witnesses believed he was hallucinating, as he tugged at his clothing, rocked on his heels, punched at the air and tore a television aerial off the chimney while officers tried to calm him down.

Another resident, who did not want to be named, said: "He looks like he is hallucinating, like he is running away from something coming up both sides of the house and onto the roof. It looks like he can see something trying to get him."

Specially-trained police negotiators arrived at the scene approximately three hours after officers were called to the address.

Firefighters and East Midlands Ambulance paramedics were also on standby while the police helicopter circled above.

Eventually the crowds were moved on by the PCSO manning the cordon after negotiators claimed their presence was upsetting the man.

Police were initially called just after 11am. The road was shut off to pedestrians and vehicles, causing chaos for parents on the afternoon school run, as well as workers, because Sixhills is used as a cut-through to Edward Heneage Primary Academy and Ladysmith Road.

One resident said: "It is a waste of police time. He is just attention seeking."

But others hoped he would not fall. One added: "It is so scary to watch. I just hope he is okay."

Eventually, the man came down from the roof and the road was re-opened between 6.30pm and 7pm.

A Humberside Police spokesperson said: "Officers were called following a concern for the safety of a man who had made his way onto the roof of an address."

THE recent problems at Coventry City and Aldershot Town have again brought the sustainability of football clubs to the fore.

This subject was a major topic at the recent Supporters Direct/Football Supporters Federation summit held at the impressive St George's Park.

There is a growing feeling that supporters have an increasing role to play in their clubs. Players, managers and directors come and go, but fans are there for life.

Directors are the custodians, but fans remain the lifeblood of every club. Without fans there is no club, there is no game. I don't think many will dispute that?

Sure, every fan wants success for their clubs, but surely having a club to support is more important?

It is for this reason that I strongly believe supporters must be included in discussions regarding their club finances, to be able to challenge decisions, to be able to stop gross overspending and ensuring long term sustainability of their club.

It is possibly harder at the top levels of the game for fans to have a say, but I still believe fans have a right to be treated with respect.

Ticket prices at the top are getting out of hand, fans are being ignored and despite what some people think, empty seats at TV games are not what the broadcasters want to see. Maybe next time around the TV bubble may burst?

The best way for a club like Grimsby Town to be competitive and sustainable is for the local community to unite behind their professional club.

I maintain that the supporters have been extremely loyal as GTFC have tumbled out of the Football League, but equally the only way we can progress back up the divisions is by fan involvement and investment. Surely it is better for 4,000 people to pay a £1 a week than the club to borrow £200,000?

The club has to go out and make the local people feel like it is their club again and then I believe the community will respond.

The Mariners Trust want to help the club in reaching out to the community – and you can help too by joining the Trust.

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