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A man’s been assaulted in Scunthorpe after he punched the windscreen of a taxi.

Managers at Thames Ambulance Service are meeting MPs in Northern Lincolnshire today – after consistent complaints about the service.

The children’s commissioner says those from poorer homes face an education gap which grows over time.

The teenager was crossing the A63 with “a number of young people” when he was knocked down.

A specialist group’s being set up to look at improving road safety around schools across Nottinghamshire.

It’s hoped up to 40 foreign doctors will come and practice in Lincolnshire over the next 18 months.

Big improvements – including better pathways and new wooden statues – are planned at Weelsby Woods.

Scunthorpe United have sacked manager Graham Alexander and assistant manager Neil McDonald – in the wake of a 1-all draw against Rochdale.

League One play-off hopefuls Scunthorpe sack manager Graham Alexander after eight games without a win.