Summary

  • 'Prank orders' damage takeaways in North East Lincolnshire

  • Oil drilling application near Scunthorpe rejected

  • Villagers' anger over 'unreliable' mobile Post Office service

  • No future for Humber Bridge glass lift plan?

  • Search launched to trace owner of old photograph

  • Live updates on Friday 5 January 2018

Live Reporting

Jonathan Willis

  1. Call-block technology used to protect people with dementia

    Jill Archbold
    BBC Look North

    Thousands of nuisance calls have been prevented across East Yorkshire thanks to call-blocking technology.

    cold calls

    Eight families have tested the technology in East Yorkshire which has been installed by Trading Standards teams.

    It is aimed at protecting vulnerable people living with dementia by only allowing recognised numbers to get through.

    The protected homes were receiving an average of 38 nuisance calls every month, according to Trading Standards.

    Ronald Wilson, who nearly fell victim to a scam call, says he hasn't received a cold call for six months since signing up to the scheme.

    I think it gives you piece of mind, that the phone calls you get are genuine. I've found this is the case over the last six months."

    Ronald Wilson

  2. Weather forecast: Strong winds expected to die down

    BBC Weather

    Storm Eleanor is now over the North Sea and although winds are not expected to be as strong as during Tuesday evening and night, it's still pretty gusty out there.

    Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are expected this afternoon, with some journeys taking longer.

    There is also the potential for some short term loss of power supplies:

    Weather Forecast

  3. City centre transformation is priority - Hull council boss

    The leader of Hull City Council, Stephen Brady, has told the BBC that transforming Albion Square is top of his list of things to do this year.

    Atist's impressionHull City Council

    The multi-million pound plans involve creating new retail outlets, housing and leisure facilities, including a new ice arena.

    Mr Brady told BBC Radio Humberside that keeping the momentum of City of Culture going is key and there are lots of things to look forward to in 2018:

    If we are to have a city that people want to visit, shop and live in then we have to get on with it."

    Stephen Brady, Leader, Hull City Council

  4. Your headlines this lunchtime

    Caroline Brockelbank
    BBC Local Live

    The top stories from across East Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire this lunchtime include:

  5. Brid bridge closure sparks calls for free school bus

    Calls are growing for East Riding of Yorkshire Council to provide a free school bus while a railway footbridge is replaced in Bridlington.

    Rail Bridge

    The bridge, which is a shortcut used by Hilderthorpe School pupils who live on the town's West Hill estate, is being closed because it's unsafe.

    It's due to be closed until the autumn and Councillor David Robson says children on the estate will face an unacceptably long walk to their school during the closure.

    The council says the journey doesn't meet its criteria for free transport, but has promised to look into the matter.

  6. North Lincolnshire train service to re-open

    BBC News Travel

    The train service between Barton-on-Humber to Cleethorpes will re-start at about 12:55, according to National Rail.

    It had been closed following a tree falling onto the line due to high winds earlier today:

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  7. Man seriously hurt in Grimsby attack

    Jonathan Willis
    BBC Local Live

    A man has been left with serious injuries after being attacked in his own home in Grimsby.

    Newbury Grove, GrimsbyGoogle

    The assault happened on Boxing Day at about 15:00 at an address on Newbury Grove.

    The man, who is in his 40s, was found by neighbours and taken to hospital where he was treated for a serious, but not life-threatening head injury.

    Three men have been questioned in connection with the attack and released under investigation.

    Anyone with information about the incident is being asked to contact police.

  8. Hull taxi driver wins £4m on National Lottery scratchcard

    A Hull taxi driver well-known for her online videos and TV appearances has won £4m on a National Lottery scratchcard.

    Melissa EdePA

    Melissa Ede, a transgender woman who describes herself as a "TV transgender advocate" and "viral video star", has thousands of followers on social media.

    She won the cash online via a game on the National Lottery website and says she is now going to put the money towards a wedding.

    Speaking at a press conference, Miss Ede said: "It is just unbelievable. This is something that only ever happens to other people."

  9. Replacement bus service after tree fall

    BBC News Travel

    A replacement bus service is currently running instead of Northern train services between Barton-on-Humber and Cleethorpes after a tree fell on the line due to high winds.

  10. Ouse Bridge re-opens to high-sided vehicles

    BBC News Travel

    The Ouse Bridge near Goole on the M62 has re-opened to all vehicles, according to Highways England.

    The bridge had been closed to high-sided vehicles due to strong winds from Storm Eleanor.

    Wind speeds have reduced significantly, but speed restrictions are still in place for the safety of motorists:

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  11. In pictures: Storm Eleanor leaves damage in her wake

    Jonathan Willis
    BBC Local Live

    Strong winds from storm Eleanor have caused disruption across the UK overnight - and our region has been no exception.

    Here are some photos of the storm's aftermath from East Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire:

    Car and tree

    A tree branch has impaled this car in Hull.

    Trees

    These trees have fallen down on Beverley Road in Hull as a result of the storm.

    TrampolineRob

    And this trampoline was left somewhat damaged in North Lincolnshire.

  12. Hedon Road re-opened

    Jonathan Willis
    BBC Local Live

    Hedon Road has re-opened following an incident involving a 4x4, horsebox and cyclist.

    Traffic is still moving slowly.

    It is not yet clear how badly hurt the cyclist is.

    Hedon RoadAA

  13. No rail services between Barton upon Humber and Ulceby

    Jonathan Willis
    BBC Local Live

    National Rail have tweeted that train services between Barton upon Humber and Ulceby have been cancelled until about 11:00 because of a fallen tree.

    Bus replacement services are in place

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  14. Storm Eleanor: Strong winds cause disruption

    BBC News Travel

    There's some disruption to roads and public transport services this morning because of strong winds.

    Here's a summary of the latest details:

    • The M62 is closed to high-sided vehicles between J36 and J37 - that's the Ouse bridge near Goole
    • The Humber Bridge is closed to high-sided vehicles
    • Hedon Road westbound is blocked near the prison following an incident involving a motorist and cyclist
    • There's a flood warning in Hornsea because of high tides and a risk of over-topping
    • There are no train services between Barton upon Humber and Ulceby until approximately 11:00 because of a tree blocking the line

    Meanwhile, these trees have fallen down in Hull due to the winds:

    Trees come down in Hull
    Trees down in Hull

  15. Controversial Hull housing development could get go-ahead

    BBC Radio Humberside

    A controversial new housing development in Hull could get the go-ahead today.

    Proposed housing development areaCity Care

    About 1,000 people have signed a petition against plans by the Trinity House Charity and company City Care to build up to 166 new homes off Calvert Lane, along with a new medical centre.

    Opponents fear the scheme will add to congestion and pose a flood risk to existing houses, but City Care says it has worked with the planning authority to show how these problems can be solved.

  16. Watch: Today's weather forecast

    Owain Wyn Evans
    BBC Look East weather

    It's looking like an unsettled day.

    Here's my full forecast:

  17. Join us for today's live coverage

    Jonathan Willis
    BBC Local Live

    Good morning. I'm Jonathan and I’ll be bringing you the latest news, sport, travel and weather updates from across East Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire on Wednesday 3 January.

    Please get in touch and let us know what's happening where you are, by email,Facebook or Twitter.

  18. High winds across Yorkshire

    There are a few speed restrictions in place and warnings about driving conditions this morning.

    Storm Eleanor has brought strong winds to the county overnight.

    On the M62 between J36 and J37, Ouse Bridge remains closed to high sided vehicles due to strong winds (50-60 mph).

    Drivers in vehicles susceptible to cross winds are being asked to plan accordingly and use alternative routes.

    M62 Ouse Bridge closed to high sided vehiclesHighways England

    The A66 is now open to all traffic between A685 Brough and A67 Bowes in both directions. Wind speeds have subsided however drivers should still take care when driving

    Roads around Bridgewater Place - the tall building in Leeds - have been closed to high sided vehicles until 11:00.

  19. Fleetwood sign Madden from Scunthorpe

    Fleetwood sign striker Paddy Madden on a two-and-half-year deal from Scunthorpe United for a "six-figure sum".

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  20. Five things we've learned today

    Jonathan Willis
    BBC Local Live

    Thank you for joining me today. I'll be back on Wednesday morning with all the latest news, travel, weather and sport from across East Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire.

    Remember, if there's anything you'd like to get in touch about, you can email us here.

    In the meantime, lets have a look at five things we didn't know at the start of the day:

    1. Severe gales are expected tonight as Storm Eleanor approaches.
    2. The Foreign Office is continuing to provide support to Laura Plummer after she was sentenced to three years in an Egyptian jail
    3. Rail passengers across East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire will see an increase in rail fares from today.
    4. There are plans to create an artificial island in the middle of the North Sea for use by the offshore wind industry.
    5. A 15th Century ring discovered by a detectorist in a field in East Yorkshirecould be worth thousands of pounds

    If you missed the BBC's review of Hull's highlights as city of culture in 2017, you can still catch on it on the iPlayer.