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Alcohol is the drug of choice amongst many of the young, often drinking so much they are oblivious of the consequences and the risks associated with underage drinking. Nationally each year it is estimated approximately 5,000 young people under the age of 21 die as a result of underage drinking; this includes deaths from road traffic collisions, suicides and from other injuries such as falls, burns and drownings after binge…
The 15th annual East Riding Open Art Exhibition is currently on show at Beverley Art Gallery and Treasure House on Champney Road and features over 170 artworks in all different mediums. Many of the works are for sale and would make interesting and unique Christmas presents and for the firs time this year, the gallery is offering ‘gift cards’ which can be given to the recipient before they collect the…
People of Beverley, be ready for the next cold snap that is going to hit our region towards the end of the week, according to the Met Office website. As you may well know, Rock Salt has been about as common as gold dust recently. However, our prayers have been answered by MKM Building Supplies, Swinemoor Lane in Beverley. MKM have stocked up on Rock Salt and shovels to help…
For the second month in a row, the East Yorkshire Flydressers’ Guild has been honoured by having a fly-tyer of international repute amongst them. Steve Thornton, author, proprietor of Virtual Nymph Products and organiser of the Spring Fly Fishing Show, mesmerised his audience with his skill in replicating real-life flies. Not only was his audience enthralled with what they saw, but many new skills were learnt which they could incorporate…
On Friday 19 November and Saturday 04 December a drugs initiative took place at several licensed premises across the East Riding, sniffing out any illegal drug use. The operation involved recruiting two specialist trained drugs dogs from West Yorkshire Police and their handlers along with 20 Humberside Police officers. Licensed premises in Hedon, Keyingham and Withernsea were visited on Friday 19 November; using a brown and white coloured Springer spaniel…
There are some things you just can’t take for granted… Paul Kirby, Family Solicitor from Quality Solicitors Lockings in Beverley looks at the recent case of the ex-wife who successfully sued her former husband for £2Million, ten years after their divorce. Paul Kirby says: “The winner, Nigel Page who is from Gloucestershire made history after an out-of-court settlement saw him pay his ex-wife £2Million (she had apparently wanted £8Million) of…
As Christmas is almost upon us and Father Christmas checks his list of presents, Humberside Police is asking women in the area to make a list and check it twice before heading out to celebrate the festivities. In the final week of a three week rape awareness campaign across the region of East Riding to help reduce incidents of rape and sexual assault, Humberside Police are sending out a list…
The festive season brings out people’s kindness, their caring nature, generosity and sense of community spirit. Christmas is a time for family gatherings, a time for goodwill and also one to remember those who may be less fortunate than ourselves. During my civic year, I have met many people from across the East Riding of Yorkshire and have been overwhelmed by the commitment and contribution they make towards making their…
David Wilson Yorkshire East is hoping to combat the district’s lack of available housing with a new planning application that will include 150 high quality homes in Beverley. The five star housebuilder and Shirethorn Ltd are proposing to deliver a new Relief Road to the north east of Molescroft. The relief road will link the existing roundabout at The Grangeway to a newly built roundabout on Constitution Hill. The road…
Off Shoots Musical Theatre Company will be presenting The Railway Children (a Musical) at Beverley Memorial Hall on Thursday 16 and Friday 17 December at 7.30pm each evening. Tickets are £8 and £6 concessions available from Time & Motion in Beverley 01482 881574. “Off Shoots is a youth group aged from 7 to over 18, and we have all enjoyed rehearsing this musical version of a well-loved story,” said Jane…
Today, a team of young people from CSV East Riding’s Vinspired project got involved in what is without a doubt one of the best annual community events on Beverley’s calendar. These active young citizens gave their time and effort to add to the success of this amazing day. They dressed in character costumes took part in the parade and entertained the visitors both young and old alike. Sue Dudill, Project…
Anti Social Behaviour – Molescroft -This month has seen a great deal of challenges for the Neighbourhood Team with events that are planned for well in advance such as the Beverley Bonfire and others less prepared for as the arctic conditions which have gripped not only Beverley but the UK towards the end of the month. From the teams perspective the Beverley Bonfire was a great event which attracted large…
Issue: – Farm Watch – Remote Crime -Wednesday 10th November saw the launch of “Cesar”. A national scheme for the security and registration of agricultural and farm machinery. Two Farms from our area had nine items of farm machinery security marked. As a direct result of extensive press coverage and talks to local farming groups, farmers are ringing to make enquiries about the scheme and signing up to have their…
Issue: Mintfields – Anti social Behaviour -There were no incidents reported in Mintfields during the month of November. There were a few incidents in neighbouring streets which are linked to ongoing investigations but nothing of particular concern to the local residents. However, we are continuing to look at this area to ensure any anti social behaviour is dealt with promptly. Issue: – Grovehill Road – Criminal Damage – There have…
As local authorities across the country brace themselves for budget reductions of up to £30m over the next few years, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council has been praised for its forward planning. Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, said “the Council had in-year savings of £2.8m in its General Fund Budget, which will be transferred to the council’s efficiency fund to cushion spending cuts of £7.5m in 2010/11….
Hu17.net Magazine issue 22 is available from Woodhall Way Post Office. This weeks issue includes following: Christmas Concert Street Beatz Cricket Club Presentations SSAFA Robert Moore’s leaving party & much much more.. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Roy who has the sandwich van on the Beverley Westwood was less then happy this morning. When he turned up this morning he arrived to find what he described as a ‘mountain of snow’ piled up where he rents his pitch. The snow which has been piled up is from the centre of town and is almost as high as the van he works from. Roy said; “I could not…
How did I get home last night? I don’t remember that? I can’t remember anything from last night? – Have you ever been so drunk you can not remember what you did the night before? Sadly when people drink to excess, they are leaving themselves vulnerable and at risk of being a victim of crime and sexual assault and as we approach the festive period this type of incident is…
