Scunthorpe Journal - August/September 2025

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INTRODUCTION

Hello and welcome to your August/ September edition of Scunthorpe Journal.

We hope you are having a brilliant summer! The school holidays will soon be coming to an end and we hope all our little readers are looking forward to starting a new school year. But fear not, autumn isn’t here just yet, we will hopefully have a few more weeks of sun!

In this edition, we promote Together we Support Bereavement group who offer help when it matters.

We also showcase Scunthorpe NICU Little Warriors and their huge ball success raising over £17,000.

As always, if you would like to be featured in the magazine, whether it be your business or you have a local feel-good story, get in touch and we will be happy to help.

We will see you again in October, but for now, sit back with a cuppa and enjoy your latest instalment of Scunthorpe Journal.

meet the staff

sales manager

Distribution Assistants:

Jamie Walton, Justin Newton, Mitchell Brewins, Craig Shaw and Ben Hammill

Lisa caley sales executive

LISA WARRENER EDITOR

RACHAEL LIDDLE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

Daniella dennis

Local bereavement group here to support you when it matters

Together we Support Bereavement Support Group offer help in various ways through weekly meetings and different activities

Rita Moody and Bev Ford collectively run the Together we Support Bereavement Support Group. They are both qualified civil celebrants who felt they could use their expertise to offer bereavement support.

They meet weekly in a safe environment, for everyone to express their emotions with a non-judgemental approach.

They help people to find comfort in speaking with others and to realise they are not alone in their grieving journey.

They wanted to help, and understand that people are all different in the way they cope in the grieving journey, and they hope new friendships will be formed.

They have boundaries - respecting each other, listening to each other, empathy and confidentiality. They offer support through a range of different activities including crafts, games, walks and talks - allowing everyone to just chat if that is what they want to do.

They are open to ideas, they want the group to receive the most out of it. Grief has no time limit and it effects us all in different ways. There are five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, exogenous depression and acceptance - together they support each other sharing their coping mechanisms.

They encourage filling in a daily journal, which is provided by the group, so each individual can express their feelings, which they talk about at the groups.

Together we Support Bereavement Support Group meets weekly:

Tuesdays - 10am-12pm

£5 with refreshments

Community Hub, High Street, Scotter, DN21 3RY

You can pop along to the group, or call Rita on 07977 763136 or Bev on 07403 612669 for more information.

Jive Stylistic

presents LeRoc Modern Jive Dance Classes

Monday nights at the Concert Room, 7.30pm-10.30pm

Redbourn Sports & Social Club Cemetery Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1NU £7 entry No partner, no problem

Find further information and class details on our Jive Stylistic Facebook page or contact Andy on 07951 572711

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These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’

So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

FROM A POLICE PERSPECTIVE:

Supporting the community in and out of uniform

This month, Scunthorpe Police talks to us about how policing can be a demanding and often relentless profession. While many switch off at the end of a shift, others choose to go even further, continuing to give back to the community in their own time

Inspector Dave Dosdale, from the Criminal Justice Unit, is a shining example of this dedication. Beyond his role in the force, Dave volunteers as the Player Welfare Manager for the Academy and Scholarship teams at Hull FC, a position he describes as “more of a hobby,” after supporting the Black & Whites for more than 40 years.

In this voluntary role, Dave has pioneered a new aftercare programme, believed to be the first of its kind in professional Rugby League, to support young players who are released from the club’s youth system. The three-year initiative will provide tailored mentorship, practical guidance, and emotional support to help those not offered professional contracts navigate their next steps in life.

Dave takes a personal approach to each individual’s journey, ensuring that all players, regardless of age, background, or length of time with the club, receive the support they need. “It’s about moral responsibility,” he explains. “We owe it to them to help however we can.”

Hull FC Chief Executive, Richie Myler, praised the initiative: “We’re proud to be setting a new standard when it comes to post-Academy support, and it’s kudos to Dave and the Academy team for putting this in place for 2026.”

Dave’s dedication to his voluntary role reflects the true spirit and exemplifies what it means to be a Humberside Police officer: committed, communityfocused, and always willing to go the extra mile.

There’s a warm welcome awaiting you at Ashfield Park in Scunthorpe. You’ll feel right at home in your brand new home in a vibrant, like-minded community, exclusively for the over 45s.

What’s more, with the chance to realise some capital and enjoy financial freedom, you’ll be able to make the most of life and do all those things you’ve been planning for so long, whether you’re fully retiring or winding down from the world of work.

At Ashfield Park you can enjoy the convenience of shops and amenities and a welcoming community right on your doorstep.

✓ Low-maintenance homes for ease of living

✓ Active, engaged community lifestyle

✓ No stamp duty

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Huge success at the Scunthorpe NICU Little Warriors Ball

The Ball was held at Forest Pines Hotel which raised over £17,000, with 230 guests including NICU doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants and both Scunthorpe and Hull neonatal matrons attending in support

Little Warriors is a charity focused on ensuring that families with babies in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) have the support they need.

They believe that no family should face this daunting journey alone. Their team works tirelessly to raise funds for equipment, facilities, and services not typically available to those in need.

Emma and Lee Clay, founders of Little Warriors, spent time on NICU with their son, Alfie. They have fundraised ever since, and raised hundreds of pounds for the hospital.

After nine years they took the leap and set up an independent charity dedicated to Scunthorpe NICU Little Warriors - and they have just celebrated their year anniversay since launching.

Emma, Lee and the neonatal team are constantly thinking of new fundraising ideas.

Kerry Grimbleby, senior staff nurse on NICU, told Scunthorpe Journal: “Before Covid the ward used to hold yearly reunion parties for NICU families which were always a huge success. These unfortunatley stopped throughout Covid.

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“But with the new charity we thought it would be a good time to restart NICU celebration events and planning for the ball commenced.

“The ball took nearly a year of planning by myself. Most of the tables were past families on NICU, some of their babies not quiet a year old. One family even brought their 18 -year-old son who was looked after by many of the nurses on the NICU .

“Jason Thereadgold came and the Scunthorpe Baths Panto team - Annie Fanny, Lauren, Jess and Zoe.

“Each table was sponsored by a local business with a few other acts donating their time on the night to sing and perform.

“The ball raised over £17,000 and we are excited to do more in the future.”

Little Warriors hold a number of events and fundraisers every year. Last year they held their first NICU Buggy 5k walk at Central Park, which is now a yearly event. This year’s took place back in July.

They have bake sales in the hospital celebrating NICU Awareness Month and World Prematurity Day. Three staff members also did a charity sky dive last summer.

They are always looking for new ways to raise funds to improve family experiences on NICU and improve patient areas.

Plans and discussion are taking place currently to refurbish the parent accommodation area, making the bedroom more comfortable for families when they stay to be close to their baby.

If anyone would like to support them in any way, you can contact Kerry by email on: kerry.grimbleby@nhs.net

Or people can follow the charity and planned events on Facebook at: Scunthorpe NICU Little Warriors.

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SUNSHINE HALL, ASHBY HIGH STREET ANT - 07917 772021 Monday 9.30am

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, FERRY ROAD WEST ROZ - 07900 913038

Wednesday 5.30pm, Thursday 5.30pm, Friday 9am and 10.45am

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AMANDA - 07784 463405

Tuesday 5.30pm & 7pm, Wednesday 8am, 9.30am & 11am

RAOB CLUB, BOTTESFORD ROAD

TINA - 07988 386361

Monday 5.30pm & 7pm, Wednesday 5.30pm & 7pm

WESTCLIFF COMMUNITY CENTRE, NEWBOLD AVENUE

ANT - 07917 772021

Thursday 9.15am & 10.45am, Thursday 5.30pm & 7pm

SUNSHINE HALL , ASHBY HIGH STREET

JANE - 07792 146913

Saturday 8.30am & 10am

SASHA - 07793 982224

Tuesday 10am & 6pm

SCOTTER VILLAGE HALL, SCOTTER ROAD

SALLY - 07540 016194

Wednesday 5.30pm

BRUMBY COMMUNITY CENTRE, EAST COMMON LANE

WHAT’S ON

• Single/Multiple Drops

• Palletised Distribution

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Dara Ó Briain

Thursday 18th September

The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

After the huge international success of his last tour. Dara’s new show Re:Creation, sees one of Ireland’s finest live comedians back doing his favourite thing: standing in a theatre, telling stories and creating madness.

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Rich Hall

Thursday 16th October

Plowright Theatre, Scunthorpe ‘Chin Music’ has two meanings. One is idle talk. The other is a brushback throw in baseball or cricket to intimidate the batter. Both describe Rich Hall’s comedy. Idle but intimidating. Sharp, quick, splenetic and improvisational.

• Long/Short Distances

Horrible Histories

Tuesday 28th October

The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

Are you ready to swing with a Georgian king? Can you see eye to eye with Admiral Nelson? Does the Duke of Wellington get the boot? Dare you dance the Tyburn jig? Will you be saved by Florence Nightingale? Find out what a baby farmer did, and move to the groove with party Queen Victoria.

My Fair Lady

11th-15th November

Plowright Theatre, Scunthorpe

Step into a dazzling world, as Brigg Amateur Operatic Society present the musical masterpiece that has enchanted audiences for generations. This beloved production is a celebration of wit, romance and transformation.

SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD/YOUNG PERSON

• Speech Sounds

• Understanding of spoken language

• Use of spoken language

• Vocabulary development

• Social communication skills.

Offering: Initial assessments, therapy, coaching of strategies and targets, language / social booster groups.

Call 07725 482178 today for a free 10 minute no obligation conversation to discuss your child’s needs, or email: WordWaves.slt@gmail.com

Holiday Activities Club

The Learning Tree are pleased to announce our summer holiday activities club for all children aged 0=5years, even if they don't normally attend our Nursery

Packed lunch required

Snack can be provided at an additional cost

Sessions run from:

Morning: 9am-1pm Afternoon: 1pm-5pm

Full day: 9am-5pm

8-9am & 5-6pm available at £8/hr

For more information or to book a session call 07591531244

Half Day £28

Full Day £48 1:3 ratio