We're running towards the EU cliff
AFTER last weekend's Eurovision result, who really believes we, the UK, will get favourable terms and conditions if we leave the EU?For decades we have insulted other Europeans, going back to the...
View ArticleRivals witness the fitness as Gogi seal fine Cup win
GOGI Fitness lifted the Ron Bevers Senior Challenge Cup after a comfortable 3-1 victory over FC Sentiments in the final at Blundell Park.Goals from Ryan Cuthbert, Adam Johnson and Sean Mayall were...
View ArticleLeading Rotarian praises 'real difference' made to people's lives
WHEN it comes to fundraising you can't beat getting back to grass roots.That was the message from a leading Rotarian, who said this was nowhere more apparent than in Market Rasen, as he paid a visit to...
View ArticleRasen and hosts' ladies shine in big Spring Open
GOLFERS from across the region battled it out at Grimsby Golf Club's annual Spring Ladies' Open.There were 32 teams involved – three from the host club along with a selection from around Lincolnshire...
View ArticleEnterprising pupils make a 'quack' profit
MOVE over The Apprentice!Youngsters at the Wybers Wood Academy, in Grimsby, have been testing their business skills.The Year 5 and 6 pupils were set the task of creating a working business idea to...
View ArticleFranklin College student 'shocked' to win award
A STUDENT at Franklin College has overcome extreme shyness to win a prestigious award.Sarah Hopper, 18, of Pennistone Place, Scartho, was once so shy she "broke down" when she was forced to talk to...
View ArticleMum and daughter will make a splash to raise cash
A MOTHER and daughter team are taking part in the Great North Swim to help those with cystic fibrosis.Anne Hall, 53, of Immingham, and her daughter Rebecca Wellington, 29, will complete the challenge...
View ArticleSaluting our heroes at Dambusters night
WARTIME spirit was on show at an evening celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Dambusters raid.Grimsby stalwart Dora Beales runs the Goodwill Motorists Friendship Group, and organised the Bumper...
View Article100,000 visitors expected at Cleethorpes Air Show
BUSINESSES are being urged to back Cleethorpes Air Show – The Festival Of Flight and help put the resort on the map.More than 100,000 people are expected to flock to the free event on July 27 and 28,...
View Article'Fantastic' turnout at jobs fair in Grimsby
Employment, training and good old face-to-face contact were the order of the day at a Grimsby jobs fair – which has been described as "a real eye opener" by those who attended. Chief reporter Sarah...
View ArticleCleethorpes Pier back on sale again
THE auctioneer trying to sell Cleethorpes Pier says he is "angry and disappointed" that the iconic venue is back on the market again.Edward Swindell – who was tasked with selling the pier by owner Bryn...
View ArticleOPINION: Overseas cricket stars can offer so much
IT is impossible to ignore the impact of overseas players on our local cricket scene – especially this season.Australian fast bowler Joel Hamilton has helped propel Grimsby Town to the top of the Lincs...
View ArticleSerial shoplifter thrown a lifeline to break cycle
PROLIFIC criminal Claire Wilson has been given a chance to escape the "revolving doors" cycle of repeatedly ending up in prison shortly after being released.Grimsby magistrates decided to spare her yet...
View ArticleGet on the buses for free with Grimsby Town
GRIMSBY Town season ticket holders can travel to and from matches at Blundell Park next season free of charge.The Mariners have linked up with Stagecoach to help supporters get along and cheer on their...
View ArticleMum claims 'bedroom tax' is forcing her out of her home
A SINGLE mum who challenged the Prime Minister to live in Immingham on benefits in protest at welfare reforms has revealed she is facing eviction after refusing to pay the bedroom tax – and she's not...
View ArticleVideo: Petrol bombs thrown inside Grimsby mosque (updated)
PETROL bombs were thrown inside a Grimsby mosque last night - in front of police officers who were guarding it. The police, fire service and two ambulances attended the building, on the junction of...
View ArticleGrimsby Town fans have their chance to honour a legend
A BOOK of condolence in memory of Grimsby Town legend Kevin Moore will be available for supporters to sign from next week.The defender, pictured, who made more than 400 appearances for the Mariners...
View ArticleHolly Clyburn cashes in with first European Tour victory
CLEETHORPES golf star Holly Clyburn admits she was "flabbergasted" after landing her first ever Ladies European Tour victory – and a cheque for 37,500 euros.As revealed at thisisgrimsby.co.uk/sport,...
View ArticleEmergency services called after plane lands with wheel missing
FIREFIGHTERS were called to Humberside Airport after a plane landed with its front wheel missing. The light aircraft was forced to land at the airport, near Kirmington, without the front wheel at...
View ArticleVIDEO: March through Grimsby and Cleethorpes for Lee Rigby ends (update)
A MARCH organised in memory of Drummer Lee Rigby, who was murdered in London, has ended in Cleethorpes. Between 200 and 300 people met at the Grimsby Cenotaph to first lay flowers and crosses, before...
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