Scunthorpe Journal - October/November 2024

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INTRODUCTION

Hello and welcome to your October/ November edition of Scunthorpe Journal.

We hope you all had a brilliant summer! Autumn may bring chillier nights but we love getting cosy and tucking into a nice, warm home-cooked meal. The nights may be getting darker but spooky season is just around the corner, too, and for many people this is their favourite time of year.

In this edition, we speak to local resident Eveline who has been made Honorary Fellow

of Cancer Research UK due to her committed fundraising in Lincolnshire for over 20 years.

We also feature Scunthorpe Little Theatre Club who are producing Aladdin, an in-genie-ous fun-filled family pantomime from 15th-18th January 2025.

As always, our friendly team is just an email or phone call away to help you with all your advertisement needs.

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

meet the staff

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 sales manager

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

Inspiring volunteer Eveline

Local resident Eveline made Honorary Fellow of Cancer Research UK due to her committed fundraising in Lincolnshire for over 20 years

Eveline works tirelessly knitting Christmas and Easter novelties, crocheting blankets, bunting and gifts and has almost her full, and dedicated her breathtakingly beautiful garden to growing plants to sell most of the year. She donates every single penny of her hard work to fund life-saving research. She has now raised an incredible £100,000 singlehandedly from sheer determination and hard work.

Eveline told Scunthorpe Journal: “I’ve lost too many special people to cancer. Cancer Research are making great advances in treating the disease and I do believe we are nearer to beating it.”

Her fundraising and dedication is absolutely phenomenal, and her enthusiasm and belief in Cancer Research UK’s work is evident as soon as you meet her.

Eveline has impacted and influenced so much

support in her community. She drives all around Lincolnshire taking her crafts to different outlets and spends weeks and months sharing her commitment to the charity with everyone she knows.

Eveline takes pride in everything she does to raise funds and awareness. She is known throughout Scunthorpe and across social media for her wonderful tireless work. Eveline is so determined to see future generations not be affected by cancer, and this year, she has been made an Honorary Fellow of the Charity.

This award is the highest accolade Cancer Research UK can bestow on a supporter. A very prestigious award for the best of the best supporters who show tireless commitment to their work.

To support Eveline and Cancer Research UK you can visit her charity Facebook page where you can order items at: Eveline’s Charity Crafts.

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FROM A POLICE

Non-recent offences and the investigation process

Last month, Humberside Police launched their Tell Someone campaign, centred around encouraging victims of sexual abuse to tell someone about what happened to them and seek support

‘If and when you feel ready to talk to the police, please be reassured that you will be listened to, you will be believed and you will be supported.’

POLICE PERSPECTIVE:

At the centre of the campaign is Jamie, a sexual abuse survivor who has waived her legal right to anonymity to share her story on film and support other victims in speaking out.

In a 12-minute video, Jamie talks about her experience as well as the process once she reported the offences to the police.

The video also features DC Emma Andrew from our Child Sexual Exploitation Team who was the Officer in Charge of Jamie’s case and helped bring Jamie’s abuser to justice.

Throughout the month of September, we shared a series of feature articles to support the video, shining a light on the process once a sexual offence is reported and the support available for survivors of these traumatic crimes.

Detective Chief Inspector Jim Clough (pictured), from Humberside Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People Unit, leads the teams who investigate crimes of this nature.

He said: “If you’ve suffered from sexual abuse, I hope that Jamie’s story helps you feel confident to tell someone about what happened to you.

“Whether that is a friend, a family member, a colleague, a professional or the police – please tell someone.

“If and when you feel ready to talk to the police, please be reassured that you will be listened to, you will be believed and you will be supported.

“Once you make that report, a specially trained detective will be allocated your case and will take charge of the investigation.

“Just because an offence happened months or even years ago, doesn’t mean that we won’t investigate it fully and do everything we can to put offenders before the courts.

“There are ways that we can gather evidence of a non-recent

offence, even if it happened 50 or more years ago, and we will work relentlessly to do so.

“Whilst we cannot guarantee a case will make it to court, we do have plenty that do, as was the case with Jamie’s abuser who last year was jailed for 24 years. If you never report it, you never know how far it could go.

“Though for some victims, even just making that initial call is enough and getting the support from my teams and from partners is enough, and that’s okay too.

“Every case is entirely unique, and we treat it as such, making sure that we are working closely with the victim and their support workers throughout the process.

“It is important to say as well, that at any point in that process if the victim is uncomfortable or it all feels too much for them, they can say so and we will stop the investigation.

“Each victim is given the option of an ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Advocate) who is separate from the force but will be available to go through the journey with the victim.

“They can offer advice and guidance about the reporting process, be there for you throughout the investigation and with you at court, they can offer advice about health, wellbeing, and rights, and can also help you access other support services available.

“Finally, I just wanted to thank both Jamie and DC Emma Andrew for the part they have played in this campaign. They are both truly inspirational and I am sure there will be other victims out there who feel more confident in talking about their experiences as a result.”

For more information about the Tell Someone Campaign, including the full video, as well as how to seek support and report sexual offences to us, please visit our dedicated campaign page.

Aladdin comes to Scunthorpe Little Theatre

Join Scunthorpe Little Theatre Club for an in-genie-ous fun-illed family pantomime from 15th-18th January 2025

Aladdin is in trouble with his mum because he’s fallen in love with Princess Jasmine, and that could mean severe punishment from the Emperor!

As the son of a lowly washerwoman, there’s no way he could marry the princess, unless he somehow makes his fortune. Luckily his mysterious Uncle Havabanana, sorry, Abanazar, has arrived with a job offer that he promises will make Aladdin rich! But can he be trusted? Probably not…

Join Aladdin on this hilarious magical adventure along with no-nonsense Widow Twankey, work-weary Wishee-Washee, kind hearted Princess Jasmine, two magical genies, and even a very confused Fairy Godmother!

Will someone pinch Widow Twankey’s marrow? Will Wishee-Washee ever get paid? Will Abanazar’s palace be decorated with glow in the dark stickers with the idea from TikTok? Will anyone end up scrubbing the Emperor’s toilet with a toothbrush? Come and find out!

You couldn’t wish for a better panto!

Scunthorpe Little Theatre Club, or as they like to call it SLTC, is a long-established amateur theatre company in North Lincolnshire.

They are a busy, active group, staging three productions a year. They also present occasional touring shows and small-scale drama projects. They enjoy regular social activities including theatre trips, quiz nights, music evenings and meals out.

SLTC values all aspects of performance and production with a team of set-builders, artistic directors, actors, sound designers, costume makers, stage-hands and lighting designers. There’s a place for everyone and anyone.

Get your tickets early by calling the box office on 01724 296296 or visiting scunthorpetheatres.co.uk

Keep up to date with the club on their website www.littletheatreclub.co.uk or on Facebook @ Scunthorpe Little Theatre Club - Fan Page

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Screwed Up

Wednesday 16th October

The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

With Simon Brodkin, the worldfamous prankster. Simon rips into celebrity culture, social media, the police, Putin, Prince Andrew and God! Nothing is off-limits in this critically acclaimed show.

The Overtones

Sunday 10th November

The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

After the success of last year’s sell-out tour, the UK’s number 1, multi-platinum selling, vocal harmony group The Overtones are bringing back the Good Times Christmas Tour for 2024.

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Thursday 5th December Plowright Theatre, Scunthorpe

Follow the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future, learning along the way to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas. With dazzling musical sequences and authentic period costuming.

Bongo’s Bingo

Saturday 23rd November

The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

Bongo’s Bingo is the definitive bingo experience. It’s a crazy mix of traditional bingo, dance-offs, rave intervals, audience participation and countless magical moments.