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Performances to delight

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Ballet – novice (split class A), 10-11 years:

1. Evangeline Race.

2. Emily Cook.

3. Eleanor Anderson.

4. Jade Haagensen and Harriett Kelly.

Character – novice, 6-7 years:

1. Mia Kendall.

2. Madison Webster.

3. Georgina Baxter.

4. Sophie Jackson, Evie Asher and Layla Aisthorpe.

Modern – open, 14-15 years:

1. Grace Swaby-Moore.

2. Jessica Pinder.

3. Bethany Watts and Lucy Walker.

4. Amber Allenby, Sammy Marshall and Ellys Cartwright.

Acrobatic – novice, 10-11 years:

1. Saskia Ellis.

2. Amelia Clarke.

3. Francesca Reed.

4. Jade Haagensen.

Ballet – novice, 12-13 years:

1. Ebony Webster.

2. Taya Kyme.

3. Victoria Mitchell and Isabella Murphey.

4. Molly Cook, Megan Birkett and Thalia Roberts.

Song and dance – novice, 8-9 years:

1. Scarlett Wilkins.

2. Ella Riches and Charlotte Horsfall.

3. Summer Thomsen and Grace Jackson.

4. Alisha Nayyar, Jenna Ornsby and Katie Ramsden.

Ballet – novice (split class B), 10-11 years:

1. Ria Stansfield.

2. Anouska Allison.

3. Aisling Stenton and Mia Wilkins.

4. Lois George, Alicia Blades Evans and Charlotte Macfarlane.

Cabaret trio without song, under 16 years:

1. Jessica Pinder, Lauren Haigh, Phoebe Aisthorpe.

2. Amber Allenby, Phoebe Jobling, Jasmine Blake-Marrows, and Kezzia Dennis, Sallie Kaczmarek, Erin Shepherd.

3. Caitlin Gledhill, Rebecca Holland, Dana Roberts.

4. Ellys Cartwright, Annabel Easton, Rosie Pettinger.

Cabaret trio with song, 16-18 years:

1. Abi Jackson, Georgia Hanley, Nieve Boyd.

2. Chelsey Millman, Lauren Smith, Ellen White.

3. Jessica Smith, Sophie Marshall, Victoria Yorston.

4. Jasmin Griffin, Kayleigh Hughes, Amber Trott.

Classical trio, under 10 years:

1. Isobel Gillespie, Kirsten Spreadbury, Summer Thomsen.

2. Talitha Burrows, Grace Jackson, Maddie Jackson.

3. Evie Linfitt, Daisy Archer, Amber Youles.

4. Florence Robertson, Francesca Robertson, Talia-Grace Fox, and Ruby Leak, Maisie Roger, Amber Moyle.

Character – novice, 12-13 years:

1. Melissa Foyle.

2. Taya Kyme.

3. Alivia Green.

4. Joseph Tobin and Bethany Brewin.

National – open, 10-11 years:

1. Harriett Kelly.

2. Sukanya Rollinson.

3. Amelia Clark.

4. Naimh Merriman.

Cabaret duet with song, 16-18 years:

1. Harriet Turrell, Grace Swaby-Moore.

2. Abi Jackson, Georgia Hanley.

3. Chelsey Millman, Lauren Smith.

4. Sophie Marshall, Jessica Smith.

Ballet group (without theme), under 16 years:

1. Swaby Dance Centre.

2. Happy Feet Dance School.

3. Happy Feet Dance School.

4. Estelle Jayne Theatre Dance School.

Classical trio, under 16 years:

1. Kezzia Dennis, Lily Vessey, Jade Young.

2. Phoebe Ainsthorpe, Annabel Easton, Ellys Cartwright.

3. Daisy Gale, Rosie Pettinger, Georgia Ellis.

4. Melissa Foyle, Olivia Evans, Abigail Randell.

Ballet – open, 6-9 years:

1. Fleur Elise Frankland.

2. Izzie Wescott and Alisha Nayyar.

3. Talitha Burrows.

4. Hannah Forman and Grace Jackson.

Character – open, 16-18 years:

1. Harriet Turrell.

2. Danielle Wallace.

3. Georgia Hanley and Ellen White.

4. Nieve Boyd.

Greek or natural movement, 12-13 years:

1. Caitlin Gledhill.

2. Kezzia Dennis.

3. Seraya Culshaw.

4. Phoebe Venney and Rebecca Holland.

Modern – novice, 10-11 years:

1. Amelia Clarke.

2. Lois George.

3. Ruth Blanchard.

4. Francesca Reed.

Production, under 10 years:

1. Pat Yarborough Theatre Dance.

2. Clee Academy of Dance.

3. Swaby Dance Centre.

4. Pat Yarborough Theatre Dance and Happy Feet Dance School.

Modern – novice (split class B), 10-11 years:

1. Evangeline Race.

2. Lottie Lane.

3. Mia Wilkins.

4. Sukanya Rollinson.

Ballet – open, 12-13 years:

1. Seraya Culshaw.

2. Kye-Olivia Thompson.

3. Kezzia Dennis.

4. Eleanor Wilkinson, Daisy Gale and Chloe Mason.

National – open, 14-15 years:

1. Sammy Marshall.

2. Grace Swaby-Moore.

3. Jade Young.

4. Phoebe Aisthorpe.

Tap – novice, 6-7 years:

1. Ruby Bearup.

2. Olivia Hides.

3. Gracie Scott.

4. Sophie Hicks.

Troupe, under 13 years:

1. Swaby Dance Centre.

2. Pat Yarborough Theatre Dance.

3. Clee Academy of Dance and Happy Feet Dance School.

4. Clee Academy of Dance.

Cabaret duet without song, under 16 years:

1. Amber Allenby, Phoebe Jobling.

2. Eve Smith, Eleanor Wilkinson.

3. Lucy Walker, Evie Brett, and Kezzia Dennis and Caitlin Gledhill.

4. Eve Simmons, Elin Smith, and Daisy Gale, Rosie Pettinger.

In the results from Tuesday's programme, Mia Kendall was joint second in the Modern Novice age 6-7 class.


It's the start of Grimsby's festive town fun – oh yes it is!

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THEY'RE behind you!

Grimsby's pantomime stars are ready to Go To Town This Christmas.

The festive season is almost upon us and to help you make this year's celebrations even more incredible, Grimsby town centre is set to host a very special Christmas event for the first time ever.

As reported, on November 22 and 23 the town will come alive with festive cheer to coincide with the annual Christmas light switch-on and the launch of late-night shopping.

There promises to be fun for all the family, with a gigantic Christmas tree, hundreds of sparking fairy lights and plenty of delicious festive food to sample at a specially set up market.

And the stars of this year's pantomime at Grimsby Auditorium are making a special appearance.

Kim Woodburn, who famously co-presented Channel 4's series How Clean Is Your House?, will be starring as the Wicked Stepmother in Cinderella.

She will be bringing more than 1,000 signed posters to give away at the event, accompanied by two ugly sisters, one prince and Cinders herself, and Lincs FM hosts Richard Lyon and Amy Nagy.

Go To Town This Christmas is being organised by the publishers of The Journal, Grimsby Scunthorpe Media Group, in association with North East Lincolnshire Council and Freshney Place shopping centre.

And you can enjoy a crackling good selection of food at the market, when The Arc catering company hots up its hog roast.

Bryan Barnett, the owner of the family-run firm, said: "We will be selling 100 per cent Aberdeen Angus gourmet burgers along with our locally sourced Gloucester Old Spot hog roast that gives perfect crackling every time."

The festivities will whet your appetite with delicacies from around the country.

The event will mark the start of late-night shopping and one member of the public will get the ultimate festive experience by turning on the Christmas lights and ride alongside Santa in his sleigh.

The Christmas market will be open on Thursday, November 22, from 3pm to 9pm, and Friday, November 23, from 9am to 5pm.

To nominate someone special for a starring role in Go To Town This Christmas 2012, simply complete the coupon on this page and return it to: Michelle Lalor, Editor, Grimsby Telegraph, 80 Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby DN31 3EH. Entries will be received until November 7, when a panel of judges will select the top 12.

Details of the finalists will then be printed in the paper and you will be able to vote for your favourite until the winner is announced on November 14. You can also submit your nominations online at www.thisisgrimsby.co.uk

Disabled Grimsby man could only watch as brazen burglar took laptop

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A DISABLED man could only watch as a burglar searched his home and stole the one item that linked him to the outside world.

Confined to his wheelchair, the 55-year-old man was devastated when the thief ran off with his laptop.

The computer enabled the multiple sclerosis sufferer to contact friends and family and also retain his independence in his own home.

He is now considering installing a burglar alarm.

The man, who did not wish to be named said: "I can only hope that he is thinking of the impact of what he has done to a vulnerable person has had.

"It is upsetting that someone can so easily make his way into a disabled person's home and brazenly steal."

The businessman who has battled MS for 15 years said he greatly missed the black Dell laptop.

He said: "I have missed being online. It means I can't get in touch with people.

"I don't get out much. Being within these four walls is limiting. It was my contact with the world and meant I could communicate."

The man's brother said: "It is sickening. My brother had to sit and watch as he stole the items.

"All he could do was sit unable to confront the burglar."

An alarm connected to a remote device was activated when the victim pushed the button to call the police, causing the burglar to flee.

He is having a new window fitted as a rear bedroom window was smashed to gain access between 8.30pm and 9.30pm on Monday, October 22.

The thief used a screwdriver stolen from the man's garage.

A Humberside Police spokeswoman said: "The offender is believed to have entered the resident's insecure garage and stolen a screwdriver, which he took into the property before stealing the man's laptop computer, a cheque book and a set of keys."

Anyone with information is urged to call Humberside Police on 101, quoting crime reference 1937490.

Disabled Grimsby man could only watch as brazen burglar took laptop

X Factor stars Ella Henderson and District3's Micky Parsons hoping for your vote

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THEY may be rivals on The X Factor, but they are sticking together and looking for votes from Grimsby.

Talented duo Ella Henderson, from Tetney, and Cleethorpes-born Micky Parsons, from District3, are pictured as best of friends as they hope to gain votes from back home.

Ella's dad, Sean Henderson, said: "It's vital everyone votes for our local talented stars because we are not a big city with big populations like Manchester or Liverpool ... so every phone vote is important to keep these guys in the competition.

"The response so far from the Grimsby area has been phenomenal and both these guys are so proud of their hometown's support."

It has been a busy week for the duo and Ella attended a lavish awards bash rubbing shoulders with the likes of Heidi Range, Louise Redknapp, Jessica Ennis, Emma Willis and Alesha Dixon.

She attended the Cosmopolitan Ultimate Women Of The Year Awards 2012 with VO5 and opted for a summery white dress from River Island with lace and beaded detail, which she teamed with a pair of opaque tights and glittering heels.

And, of course, she spent most of the evening with her celebrity friend and mentor Tulisa, who wore a bright yellow dress.

If that wasn't enough to fit in between rehearsals for the fifth live show, Ella joined the cast of Dreamboats and Petticoats on stage.

On Thursday, the 16-year-old was pictured at Wyndham's Theatre, where she was enjoying a trip to the West End with sister Holly.

As the show came to an end, Ella was asked to join the cast on stage to take a bow in front of the audience.

She beamed as she stood among the members of the popular musical, which stars Sam Attwater, David Ribi and Samantha Dorrance.

And like most of the contestants, Ella is feeling a bit apprehensive about tonight's live show and she took to her Twitter account to offload some of her anxiety.

She tweeted: "And it's Friday again!!! One more sleep to go ahhhh #xfactor".

This week's theme is number ones and Ella and Micky are sure to be a hit on the show.

However, the competition may be one short soon as, at the time of going to press, it was reported that Lucy Spraggan could be leaving the show due to illness.

Lucy, 21, was too ill to appear on last week's show and controversially was automatically put through to this Saturday's programme.

The singer, whose grandmother recently passed away, has allegedly not been able to rehearse.

The X Factor is on ITV1 at 8.20pm tonight and tomorrow at 8pm. Log onto www.thisisgrimsby.co.uk throughout the weekend for updates and see Monday's Telegraph.

X Factor stars Ella Henderson and  District3's Micky Parsons hoping for your vote

Lifetime of friendship for Cleethorpes Girls Grammar School girls

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A FRIENDSHIP between 12 classmates which began nearly 70 years ago looks set to outlive the building where it was formed.

In 1944, a class of around 30 girls started at Cleethorpes Girls Grammar School on Clee Road – and on that day began friendships that would last a lifetime.

After exams, many of the students went their separate ways, but in the November of 1961 – when the women were between 27 and 28 years old – they arranged a reunion.

Seventeen women turned up that day, and, 52 years on, 12 of them met at the Kingsway Hotel for lunch – as they have done every month, ever since the first meeting.

Wendy Smith, 78, of Weelsby Road – who hosted the first meeting – said: "I had just had my daughter and when I walked around with the pram, I kept seeing my school friends and we would always ask who we still saw and what they were up to.

"I decided that I would arrange a meeting at my house and we enjoyed it so much that we have met every month since that day.

"It is hard to believe that my daughter is 52 now and we are all still friends."

The school that the girls had once gone to later became Lindsey Lower School, which has now been boarded up.

It could soon face demolition as North East Lincolnshire Council is currently deciding on the fate of the property, which is costing taxpayers thousands to upkeep.

Sheila Warrener, 78, said: "It is such a shame to think we might lose it and it should never have been left to get into that state.

"The building is beautiful and holds a lot of memories for a lot of people."

But no matter what happens to the building, the friendships formed in it will remain.

Wendy estimates that the group has met more than 500 times and they have arranged everything from local luncheons to theatre trips to London to see Billy Elliot and Mamma Mia.

Two of the original 17 have sadly passed away, three more now live too far away to attend, but 12 of the ladies remain close.

Rita Lowe, 78, of Howlett Road, said: "Despite whatever trials and tribulations have struck us, we have always been there for each other."

Brenda Mawson, 78, of Louth, lost her husband 25 years ago, but said it meant a lot to have a friendship network that were "like family" in her time of need.

"Even just after it happened, I still came to the meetings because I felt so comfortable around them. It was great to see them all and have a good cry," she said.

"We all have our own families, but I feel like whatever happened and however desperate I was, I could always call one of them – and I think we all feel that way."

Lifetime of friendship for Cleethorpes Girls Grammar School girls

Safety awards to celebrate achivements of Grimsby's lollipop men and women

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PROUD lollipop men and women have been presented with awards for helping children and parents get to school safely.

An awards ceremony took place at Tukes Café And Conference Centre and among the winners was Sharon Cooper, who received the prestigious School Crossing Patroller Of The Year title.

Sharon was awarded the Tracey Chapman Shield after receiving the most votes from members of the public.

She patrols the South Parade School area, and recently broke her elbow on the job.

Sharon, 59, said: "It was such a shock to receive the award – I was shaking – I just didn't expect it at all.

"All the children are lovely and they all appreciate it. They have such big smiles on their faces and it brightens up my day seeing that.

"I have been patrolling the area for a year and I am currently recovering from breaking my elbow, which happened in October.

"It happened by falling over – simply tripping over a cobble."

Also among the winners was Josie Hides, 63, who patrols Edward Heneage Primary School area, and she was awarded with a 30 Years Service plaque.

"I love my job – I meet different people all the time and I am even helping to cross generations of families," Josie said.

"It started as a temporary job for two weeks and I loved it that much it has turned out to be 30 years!

"I'm proud to receive the award and I believe it is an achievement."

Also in attendance was Beryl Quantrill, 75, the longest-serving school crossing patroller in the country, as reported.

Beryl, a lolipop llady for 48 years, helps those going to Queen Mary Avenue Infants' School, said: "It's a brilliant job. Some children are good and others aren't so!

"I think these awards are a great idea to recognise our achievements and this year I even attended the Queen's garden party because of my long service.

"I just love working with children."

The awards were organised by Balfour Beatty, in partnership with North East Lincolnshire Council.

Mark Harris, of Balfour Beatty, who presented the awards, said: "People do not appreciate what these patrollers do and we will make sure they have the correct equipment while they're out on the job.

"We want to thank them for all their hard work during the past 12 months."

Also at the event was Doug Wright, a road safety officer and school crossing patrol officer who is in charge of 40 patrollers in the area. He said: "It's great to be able to award them all because they all do such a great job.

"They all absolutely love it and it's a shame that people abuse them on occasion."

There are currently crossing patrol positions available. To find out more, call Mr Wright on 01472 324490.

Safety awards to celebrate achivements of Grimsby's lollipop men and women

Tributes to former Immingham town councillor Michael Perrin: 'Dad was a champion for the underdog'

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HELPING other people was always the first priority for a former Immingham town councillor.

That was the tribute to Michael Perrin paid by his children Helen and Richard, who said that they hoped people would remember him as "a strong family man, a good neighbour and a champion for the underdog".

Apart from his work on the town council he will be remembered for the various ways he reached out to the local communities running discos, a model boat club, a computer club, and Immingham Civic Centre's Cyber Cafe.

His son Richard said: "My father was the kind of man who would drop everything at a moment's notice to help someone else out."

The former Independent town councillor died peacefully in hospital on October 14 after a brief and unexpected illness.

A funeral service was held at Grimsby Crematorium where friends and family remembered the generosity of the 65-year-old.

In his youth, Michael served in the British Forces as part of the Royal Signals stationed around the world, including Berlin and Bahrain.

Even during this period he was always trying to entertain as he ran discos and performed as a radio DJ.

He ran a music and comedy show called "The Electric Engineer", which was popular with the Bahrain royal family.

He returned to Immingham in 1974 and worked at various Humber bank factories including Conoco, Millennium and eventually settling at British Steel.

Richard said: "When I was young we both got into computing, but doing it for ourselves wasn't enough for him. He set up the Immingham Computer Club where for years he helped local people buy their first computer and taught them how to use them and fixed their problems."

He added: "When he eventually joined Immingham Town Council, it wasn't out of any selfish desires. He thought the people of Immingham were paying too much in council tax and wanted to see what he could do about it."

He resigned from the Town Council in 2009 after many disagreements with both the council and the town clerk.

His daughter Helen Scott said: "Maybe my dad wasn't best suited for politics. His heart was in the right place, he wanted to do the right thing and he always said what he thought.

"My dad always said he wanted to live a life of no regrets. He'd travelled the world, and worked hard so he could treat himself to all the latest luxuries. He always said 'you might as well enjoy today because you never know what's coming tomorrow'."

Brother Allan Perrin said: "Mike did a lot more than people can imagine. He should not be remembered for one or two comments but for all the hard work he put into providing entertainment for the young people of Immingham.

"Everyone knows his council work, but few know of all his work for young people."

Michael built the Cyber Cafe in Immingham Civic Centre which provided young people and elderly residents with access to IT.

He also bought equipment and hosted, along with Allan, regular Kids' Nights in the Civic Centre.

Allan said: "He did all that because he wanted to do something for the kids.

"Every Wednesday there were about 120 kids enjoying themselves and everything that was there to keep them entertained was provided by Mike. He did a lot for Immingham.

"People talk a lot about getting kids off the streets, but Mike did it and ran the events for years."

Fellow former Independent councillor Vic Banks said: "I miss him greatly. He was a good pal to me."

"Mike had a good side to him. He did so much for the young people. He always spoke his mind."

Mr Perrin is survived by Helen, now living in the York area, Richard, in London, and grandson Adam.

Tributes to former Immingham town councillor Michael Perrin: 'Dad was a champion for the underdog'

VIDEO: Dangerous Dogo Argentino dogs seized in Grimsby raid

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A MAN has been arrested after four dangerous dogs – each deemed capable of causing life-threatening injuries – were seized from a house in Grimsby.

Four adult dogs, believed to be Dogo Argentino, and a litter of two-week-old puppies were discovered at an address in Chelmsford Avenue early yesterday afternoon.

They were seized by Humberside Police and taken into kennels until a formal veterinary examination and identification process is carried out.

A 56-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of possession and breeding dangerous dogs.

Sergeant Martin Hopper, who covers south ward, said it was the first time the breed has been discovered in Humberside – and only a handful of the dogs have ever been found in the UK.

He added: "We executed a search warrant under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 after we received information that prohibited animals were being kept on the premises.

"We found four adult dogs in kennels at the rear of the property, including one mother with a litter of puppies.

"Although these appear to be in good health and have no visible injuries, the breed is bred for fighting and they are dangerous.

"I would urge anybody who believes there are dangerous dogs living in their neighbourhood to report it to police.

"If one of these dogs did escape they could cause people life- threatening injuries."

Dangerous dogs seized at Grimsby home

The Dogo Argentino is banned in the UK under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 and can only be kept in by owners with an exemption certificate from the secretary of state.

If the seized dogs are identified as Dogo Argentino, their owner will be charged and a date for him to appear in court will be set.

Humberside Police's canine legislation officer, Sergeant Dave Jenkins, confirmed there were two dogs and two bitches at the property, as well as six puppies.

He added: "These dogs are incredibly strong. I think they are the strongest I have ever dealt with."

A spokeswoman for the RSPCA confirmed officers were helping police with the raid in case of any welfare issues concerning the dogs.

VIDEO: Dangerous Dogo Argentino dogs seized in Grimsby raid


Tributes to Grimsby landlord Tony Paduch: 'His death has left a big hole in our lives'

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TRIBUTES have been paid to one of Grimsby's best-known landlords, whose sense of humour kept his family and his punters laughing.

Tony Paduch died suddenly from a heart attack at his home in Grant Street, Cleethorpes. He was 53.

The "larger-than-life" character was well-known and extremely popular in the area after running a string of successful bars in Grimsby and Cleethorpes, including The Honest Lawyer, The Bradley and the former Baton Rouge.

His family described him as a "great man and special friend".

Sister Jenny Render, 59, said: "He had a great sense of humour. He mingled with his customers and never angered anyone. He just loved everyone and got on with them all."

Sister-in-law Cindy, 46, continued: "He was always laughing, that was just the kind of person he was. He was always jolly and happy. No one ever saw him sad. He would always say, 'I'm Peter Pan, I'll never get old'. He was young at heart."

Tony earned a great reputation among pubbers and clubbers for his fun nights at the former Baton Rouge.

While pubs were his passion, his greatest love were his daughters, Francesca, 23, and Chantelle, 21, and one-year-old grandson, Freddie.

Among the memories of their father are the yearly trips to America's Disneyland.

They said: "Our dad lived life to the full. He loved his family with all his heart. He was a proud man, dad and grandad, even though he always said he was too young to be a grandad. Our dad still thought he was 21. He always knew how to put a smile on our faces. Today, he smiles down on us and watches over us as we remember the happy memories we shared with him. Our memories will live on."

After leaving Grimsby briefly to work in Newcastle's top club, Legends, in 2001, he returned to the area and worked as a taxi driver.

One of nine children, Tony was described by his siblings as their mother's "blue-eyed boy".

He would visit mother, Joan Marie, 84, of Stainton Drive, Grimsby, every Sunday, where she would treat him to his favourite meals, like sausage casserole and roasts.

"He was a loving son," said Joan. "The last thing he said to me was 'I love you mum'."

Tony's older brother, Edward, added: "I can't believe he has gone. It is like there is a big hole in our lives."

He is also survived by his brothers Ray, 55, and Bobby, 43, and his sister Carol Jones, 52. His late sisters are Maggie and Beryl.

His family would like to thank everyone who attended Tony's funeral at St Pius' Church, in Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby.

Tributes to Grimsby landlord Tony Paduch: 'His death has left a big hole in our lives'

Up to 100 people involved in Grimsby Town centre disturbance

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YOUTHS caused a disturbance in Grimsby Town centre last night – reportedly after making trouble at a bar in the Market Place. Witnesses claimed about 100 people were involved in the violence, which kicked off at about 6.45pm. Numerous police cars and riot vans were in attendance. A Grimsby taxi driver said he saw a large group of people coming out of Walters Bar, who then started fighting in the street. He claimed an officer who tried to break up the group was pushed to the ground and then "police came out in force". It is understood the group had booked a party at the bar under false pretences, claiming it was for an elderly lady. But it is thought a large group of youngsters aged between 14 and 18 turned up, with no adults. Another witness said: "The party was upstairs in the function room but when staff realised there were no adults they told them to leave." It is thought staff then locked the door behind them but then a group of about 50 started ramming it, and the big metal bar holding it was bent from the force. The witness said: "At that point it was quite scary." A hairdresser from nearby Zimmini also saw some of the fighting. She said: "A group of around seven youngsters came right outside our window and one girl was being punched by two other girls." The taxi driver said the group was moved on down Victoria Street by officers dealt with the situation. Other groups of youths were also moved on as police At the time of going to press, nobody from Humberside Police was available for comment.

Up to 100 people involved in Grimsby Town centre disturbance

Squash: Lisa Tamplin left with mixed feelings after match win

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LINCOLNSHIRE squash champion Lisa Tamplin was left with mixed feelings after battling to a good win in the Grimsby & District Three-Man League. Tamplin, a member of Chichester Road-based Cleethorpes Squash Club, lifted the women's title at the recent county showdown in Boston. Back on league duty, Tamplin and her husband, John, were both individual winners for their team, Preston Auto-Electrical. However, it was not enough to win the overall match, as their opponents, Ocean Blue, prevailed 10-5 in the Division One clash. On first at number three for Preston Auto Electrical was Lisa Tamplin, right, against Nick Snowden. Tamplin started slowly and struggled to find her rhythm and Snowden took full advantage, taking the first game 15-6. Tamplin fought back in the second, playing some excellent line and length and levelled the match by taking the game 15-8. The third game was crucial and, at 15-15, it could have gone to either player but Tamplin just edged it, 17-15. The fourth was just as close, but Tamplin closed out the match, taking it 15-10 to record a 3-1 win. Up next was John Tamplin against Mike Jackson. The first game was very intense as both players jostled to take control, but it was Jackson who grabbed it 15-9. The second game was just as close, with both players working each other to all four corners of the court, but again it was Jackson who took it with the same 15-9 scoreline. In the third game, Tamplin played some exquisite squash, romping to a 15-6 win. He then followed this up with an even more emphatic 15-4 win in the fourth game. In the fifth, Jackson was beginning to run out of ideas as Tamplin pilled on the pressure to take the game 15-9 – cementing a great comeback to win the match 3-2. And so the overall outcome would come down to the result of the game between number one players Mark Stephenson of Auto Electrical and Danny Morrison of Ocean Blue. On paper this looked like a close affair but Morrison was the most focused right from the off. Stephenson tried to dictate the game, taking the pace off the ball, but Morrison was equal to it – driving Stephenson to the back corners of the court with some tight line and length. Morrison took the first game 15-5 and then kept up the pressure in the second game employing the same tactics. This paid dividends as Morrison took it 15-10. In the third game Stephenson's calf began to tighten as Morrison remained relentless. With Morrison leading 10-5, Stephenson had to concede the game, and with it the match, 3-0. In Division Two there have been two Appleby Frodingham club derbies both featuring AFSquash4. In the first of these games AFSquash4 lost out 10-4 to AFSquash6 At third string 6's Simon King worked hard against 4's Marc Taylor and his unorthodox style paid dividends frustrating the "home" player. Although both players were nervous Taylor made a few more unforced errors at key times that cost him the match (15-17, 15-8, 15-11). A closely contested match at second string pitched 4's Stuart Lister against the experienced John King. With both players vying to impose their own style and pace the match ebbed and flowed but it was invariably either King's effective back hand or Lister's dogged determination that won each point. Lister took the first two games on the tie-break 17-15 and then King the third 18-16. The fourth was close but Lister kicked on strongly from 9-9 to take the game 15-9 and the match 3-1. A pacey match at number one with Peter Hindmarsh taking on AFSquash6's Daz Brand. Both players were volleying at every opportunity and driving the ball to a good length. Hindmarsh took the first game 15-12 and Brand the second game 15-9. Brand started to look the stronger in the third game, driving the ball hard and low and some particularly effective cross-courts whilst Hindmarsh mixed the pace and played some accurate drops and effective boasts to counteract. Brand won the tie-break 16-14 following an unforced error by Hindmarsh that gifted the game to his opponent. Brand got his nose in front in the fourth game and held on to win the game 15-11 and the match 3-1 securing a 10-4 win for AFSquash6 In their second derby match AFSquash4 recorded a 0-3 win over AFSquash5 AFSquash5 aka "Team Soulby" didn't have their best night against club opponents AFSquash4. At third string Lucy Soulby started very slowly against Marc Taylor losing the first game 15-4. Still recovering from a knee injury and not as mobile around court as she will be when fully fit, Lucy started the second game in a more determined manner and the quality of her shots began to win her some points. Taylor reacted well to the pressure and worked hard to ensure he kept ahead in the second and third games running out the winner 15-7, 15-7. At second string Millie Soulby just didn't get started against 4's Stuart Lister and rarely showed the movement and determination that has kept her high in the England rankings for her age group. Lister played well and without being tested made no mistakes running out an easy winner 15-2, 15-1, 15-4. A different story at first string as Nick Soulby made 4's Peter Hindmarsh work hard for his points. The match, contested at pace, was decided by the better quality shots, timely drops and tighter lengths with Soulby deservedly taking the first two games 15-9 and 15-8. The third game was tighter with Hindmarsh took an early lead which he narrowly held to serve for the game at 14-12. However a determined Soulby aided by an unforced error from Hindmarsh finished the game with a beautiful drop on the backhand that left his opponent stranded on the "T" winning the game 16-14

Squash: Lisa Tamplin left with mixed feelings after match win

Big Match Live: Grimsby Town at Tamworth (Kick-off 3pm)

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GRIMSBY Town travel to Staffordshire to take on Tamworth. The Mariners were held to a 1-1 draw in last season's encounter at The Lamb Ground in March. Follow the action with our live and interactive coverage from 3pm.

Big Match Live: Grimsby Town at Tamworth (Kick-off 3pm)

Talk of the Town: What is behind Grimsby's inconsistency at Blundell Park?

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IT'S becoming increasingly difficult to fathom how Grimsby Town can be so deadly on the road but so inconsistent at Blundell Park. Prior to this afternoon's clash at Tamworth, the Mariners have played eight games at home and eight games away in the Blue Square Bet Premier. On their travels, they are yet to be beaten, with three wins and five draws, and have conceded just four goals. Fifteen points on the road already – that's definitely promotion form. However, the story back on home turf is less impressive. Rob Scott and Paul Hurst's men have been beaten four times in Cleethorpes this campaign, including their FA Cup defeat to Kidderminster. The opening home loss to Stockport, when Town conceded twice in the final ten minutes, could be put down to rustiness. And the following Saturday's stalemate with Nuneaton Town was definitely a bad day at the office. But the Mariners looked to have put all that behind them with four league victories in North East Lincs on the bounce. Mansfield were swept aside 4-1 on Bank Holiday Monday and Forest Green were dispatched 1-0, before Luton (4-1) and Gateshead (3-0) got the BP treatment. With plenty of points being accumulated on the road, Town were adhering to the old adage of 'win at home, draw away'. But it all came to a shuddering halt with a 2-0 loss to Dartford, and, after defeat to Kidderminster in the cup, Macclesfield then drove back down the M180 with three points for their efforts. But why? How can a team that looks so solid, and also incisive on the road, struggle at home? The system remains pretty much the same, home or away, with a traditional 4-4-2 formation. In the centre of midfield, the discipline and experience of Derek Niven and Craig Disley allow the Mariners to play with two out-and-out wingers, Scott Neilson and Joe Colbeck. At the back, Shaun Pearson and Nathan Pond have been faultless, with Ian Miller filling in well when called upon. The energy of the two full-backs ensures Town remain solid defensively while offering an extra attacking threat. Behind them, keeper James McKeown has that rare talent of being able to combine occasional top-class saves with long spells of inactivity. At the other end, the strikers – although not prolific – have all chipped in with goals this season and each offer something slightly different. In summary, Town are approaching games in exactly the same way, with largely the same line-up. So it's the opposition who are causing all the problems. While teams entertaining the Mariners are required to push forward and at least try for three points, it's a different story for these sides on their travels. Only the Conference's genuine title-chasers will come to Blundell Park with real ambitions of winning. And the two obvious candidates that fit into that category – Luton and Forest Green – have left with nothing. Most of this season's other visitors have opted to defend deep and say 'break us down if you can.' For Stockport, Nuneaton and Dartford, it worked like a charm, while Macclesfield came to play and can thank an inspired display from their keeper for their victory. It's not rocket science but, as Scott and Hurst have found out, it's harder to rectify than identify. Is a change of formation the answer? The bosses experimented with variations of 4-3-3 in pre-season but soon dispensed with the system after mixed results. With most teams lacking ambition on their visits to Cleethorpes, maybe going three at the back could be an option. After all, what's the need for four defenders to mark what is often only one striker? The extra man could go into the centre of midfield, in the shape of Frankie Artus or Andi Thanoj, to provide some extra creativity in the engine room. Or the a third attacker could be employed, maybe just behind an orthodox front two. Neilson or even the currently out on loan Louie Soares seem tailor-made for the 'Teddy Sheringham role'. It's not a perfect solution – you can only send out 11 players after all – but it could help to break down stubborn visiting defences ready to face the usual 4-4-2. As Hurst said in yesterday's Telegraph: "We always feel that you need to be able to mix it. If you just play one way you become predictable and easier to play against." Maybe next Saturday's visit of Woking could be the perfect time to mix things up. Could a change in formation be the answer to Town's home woes? Let us know your thoughts by emailing sport@grimsbytelegraph.co.uk, commenting on this story online at thisisgrimsby.co.uk/sport, or tweeting us at @grimsbysport

Talk of the Town: What is behind Grimsby's inconsistency at Blundell Park?

Video: Ian Miller on Grimsby Town's win at Tamworth

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Mariners defender Ian Miller talks about Grimsby Town's 1-0 win over Tamworth at The Lamb.

All aboard for Cleethorpes fireworks

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Cleethorpes people took the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway steam train for a firework special.

See more in our galleries: The people - The fireworks

The special train left the Kingsway Station and steamed up to the North Sea Lane Station for a barbecue with delicious hot dogs and burgers, cooked by owner, Chris Shaw, and hot drinks before watching the Pleasure Island spectacular firework display from the station platform.

There was music playing, the licensed bar was doing a good trade and everyone had a great time

All aboard for Cleethorpes fireworks


BREAKING NEWS: 24-year-old killed in collision with lorry on the A46

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A 24-year-old Grimsby-area man has been killed in a crash on the A46.
He was pronounced dead at the scene after his blue Toyota Celica was in collision with a lory at 8.50am on Saturday.
It happened at Welton, about 10 miles south of Market Rasen.
Lincolnshire Police said he was unlikely to be named until Tuesday.
Officersare appealing for witnesses to contact them on 101 quoting incident number 109.
Updates will appear here and in your Grimsby Telegraph.
 

X FACTOR: Fireworks for Ella Henderson and District 3

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IT was number ones night on the X Factor tonight and Tetney's Ella Henderson proved she has what it takes to make the top spot herself with a stripped-back arrangement of Katy Perry's massive hit Firework.The aptly-named song for Saturday night's live show brought her sparkling praise from the judges.
Gary Barlow, who had been slightly critical of the 16-year-old in the last two weeks, said: "Ella congratulations. It was stunning and simple."
He did say he felt the song was little high for her, but added: "Other than that, beautiful, well done."
Nicole Scherzinger told her: "For that moment, I forgot that it was the X Factor. I thought I was in a movie. It was epic, it really was. I'm really proud of you."
Louis Walsh told her it was "vocally amazing", and that she was "a little star in the making."
Mentor Tulisa said: "There is something about you Ella. When you are standing up there, it is just about you and your voice . You create a moment. That is what is so special about you."
However, District 3's performance of Taio Cruz's Dynamite didn't quite go with  a bang according to the judges.
Tulisa told the trio, which includes Cleethorpes-born Micky Parsons: "I love you guys, but you got it wrong this week. You looked awkward."
She argued with their mentor Louis Walsh and told him he had given them too much to do - referring to an energetic dance routine that included back flips.
Gary said: "I have no idea who you are anymore. I'm really lost tonight, I just don't get it."
Nicole agreed, saying: "No baby, no, Louis you got it wrong with the song."
She told them their performance would have fitted on the Mickey Mouse Club.
"But this is X Factor," she said.
Ella is the last remaining girl in the competition as it has been confirmed that Lucy Spraggan has pulled out due to illness.
The other girl, Jade Ellis, was voted off last week.
The results show is on Sunday at 8pm on ITV1.

X Factor: Ella Henderson and District 3 through again!

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BOTH Ella Henderson and District 3 went stright through to the next live show in tonight's X Factor results show.
But only hours before the show, Cleethorpes-born District 3 singer Micky Parsons told the Telegraph he was sure the band would be in the bottom two after scathing comments from the judges on Saturday night.
However, after a nervous wait - Ella was fifth and District3 sixth announced of the six acts safe, both were celebrating.
Kye Sones became the fifth act to be voted off after he and sing-off rival Rylan Clark got two judges' vote each, taking it to deadlock.
Read our exclusive interview with Micky in Monday's Grimsby Telegraph.

24-year-old killed in collision with lorry on the A46

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A 24-YEAR-old man from the Grimsby area has been killed in a crash on the A46. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after his blue Toyota Celica was involved in a collision with a lorry at around 8.50am on Saturday. The crash happened on the A46 at Welton, about ten miles south of Market Rasen. Lincolnshire Police said the driver was unlikely to be named before Tuesday. They are appealing for witnesses to contact them by calling 101, quoting incident number 109 of November 3, 2012.

Mum saves lives of her six children as fire rages through their Grimsby home

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THIS devoted mum saved the lives of her six children – including a baby who was sleeping upstairs – and three dogs when fire tore through their home, destroying their belongings. Friends and family of Jo Mayben and Jamie Williams have rallied round to give the family clothing and food and provide accommodation after the blaze swept through their Glenfield Road, Grimsby home. Supermarket Asda has also stepped in and donated clothes and food. Jo has been praised for her rescue of her children and three dogs after an electrical fault sparked the kitchen fire. The music teacher described how she and her family were sitting in their front room as her one year old slept upstairs, when the fire started at 10am on Friday. A zip-up suit bag hanging near a light fitting caught fire due to arcing from a fault in the light. Within seconds, the kitchen of the two-storey home was ablaze. A smoke detector activated and Jo's six-year-old daughter Lucy screamed there was a fire in the kitchen. Jo, 30, said she instinctively went to the kitchen to see if she could put out the fire. But she was beaten back by the flames. She returned to her living room and grabbed her children's hands and led them to safety at the front of the house as the flames grew out of control. The fire spread from waist height to the kitchen ceiling within seconds. As she left Lucy, six, Amy, four and Ryan, two, at the front, she screamed to her sons Thomas, 13, and Jacob, nine, who were playing on a trampoline with their friend Sam Windgate, 12, in the back garden. She told them to climb a fence into a neighbour's garden to join them at the front and raced back in to carry her one-year-old son James from an upstairs bedroom. She wept as she recalled running to pick him up and carrying him downstairs. She said: "I could not see anything coming down the stairs. We got out and I could see my three dogs' faces over the window sill. I ran back in to get the dogs and take them outside. We were all screaming for help. I stopped a car and a lady got out to help. I am not sure what happened after that but we all stood and watched our home go up in flames. Everything has gone." She added: "I would have gone back in 100 times to get my family and the dogs." The family's three pets – German Shepherd Alfie and patterdale cross mother and son Ritzi and Roo were uninjured. Jo's friend Alison Wingate raced to the family to offer help. The parents and children are now staying with relatives dispersed across Grimsby. Jamie, 33, said: "The house is immaterial. We can sort that later. But Jo has been a superstar getting the family to safety. I keep telling her she did the right thing, but she is beating herself up about it all. But we will just have to start all over again from scratch." The family did not have insurance. Self-employed wall and floor tiler Jamie told how he was on a job in Cleethorpes when he received the phone call from a friend about the fire. He said: "I dropped my tool bag and jumped in the van and got here as soon as I could." He told how the couple planned to get married next year. Two fire engines from Cromwell Road fire station attended the house fire. Humberside Fire And Rescue service watch manager, Phil Marshall, said: "The mother did exactly the right thing and got her family out. Her actions have saved the children, the ones nearest and dearest to her. It was an extensive and severe fire. The crew worked hard to get it stopped." Asda community life colleague, Claire Tilby, said: "The family is going to need everything. With Christmas coming up they have got nothing. No clothing, no shoes or anything. "We have been pleased to support them with clothing and toys, and importantly, school uniforms so there is little disruption to the children's education. "The family are going to need a lot of goodwill." An investigation into the blaze is underway. Keep checking your Grimsby Telegraph for updates.

Mum saves lives of her six children as fire rages through their Grimsby home

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