Local Elections:Elaine Aird, St. Marys Ward

April 30, 2011

I have been a resident of St Mary’s Ward for over 30 years and have one son, Gavin. He attended the local primary and secondary schools. I was a member, along with many others of the Beverley Health Action Tram, which was set up in 2007. I helped organise the march from Saturday Market up to the entrance of the Westwood Hospital on New Year’s Day. I feel that at…

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The Royal Wedding: Street Parties

April 30, 2011

The Royal Wedding was celebrated in Beverley as it was across the rest of the UK with street parties. In London around a million people lined the streets as Prince William and Kate Middleton got married at Westminster Abbey. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1431] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image…

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Roger Spink’s Volvo Bike Stolen, Can You Help?

April 29, 2011

A Bianchi Mountain bike customised for Volvo large frame was stolen from outside Spinks the Chemist on Tuesday afternoon at 4pm. The thieves who stole the bike turned up on a purple Appollo ladies mountain bike, which they left behind. The bike taken is just one of four in the area. Any help to find the bike would be much appreciated by its owner, local pharmacist Roger Spink.

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Local Elections:Irene Charis, St. Marys Ward

April 29, 2011

I would like you to vote for me as your councillor because I am passionate about fulfilling and meeting your needs.   Whilst speaking to you on the phone and face to face, I realise that many of you have become disillusioned with the political process and with the politicians who do not understand the concerns that affect the lives of real people every day; often feeling that your views are…

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The David Elvidge Interview: Part I

April 28, 2011

David Elvidge wants to bring back personal responsibility, cut through red tape and maintain Beverley’s unique way of life. The Beverley Town councillor and former Mayor is hoping to make the step up to the East Riding of Yorkshire Council at next week’s election when he stands for the Conservative Party in the Woodmansey ward. David is well known as the driving force behind Beverley’s fantastic Armed Forces Day, but…

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Bürgermeister Cruises Down Beverley Beck in Style

April 27, 2011

Visitors from Beverley’s twin town Lemgo were treated to a cruise down Beverley Beck and beyond on the Beverley Barge Preservation Society’s Syntan Barge. On a day that brought out the best in Beverley for the distinguished visitors from the German town of Lemgo, Mayor of Beverley Bessie Foot greeted them at the Beckside home of the Syntan. Leading the Lemgo visitors was the Bürgermeister of Lemgo himself Dr. Reiner…

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Local Elections: David Elvidge, Minster Woodmansey

April 27, 2011

For those that don’t know me I am married to Janet and I have one son Alex. I am the youngest of six children and have lived and worked locally all my life. I was educated at St Mary’s and then Longcroft School, my further education took place at the East Riding College as an apprentice mechanic. I have subsequently returned to East Riding College three times to study engineering…

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East Riding of Yorkshire Council Elections – The Conservative Party

April 26, 2011

Welcome fellow Beverlonians to your six local Candidates who are asking for your support in the forthcoming local elections on May 5th. East Riding of Yorkshire Council is currently a Conservative-led Council and we are proud of our achievements over the past four years and hope to have the opportunity to represent your interests for the next four years also. The bedrock of this success has been sound financial management…

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HU17.net Magazine Issue 40

April 26, 2011

HU17.net Magazine issue 40, featuring pictures from the following events and sports fixtures: * Steve Rial * The Way of the Cross: Churches Together * Curry Night @ Queens Head * ERYC Local Elections: Labour Party & Conservative’s * Urchin: A Great Shoe Shopping Experience * ALison Booth: Training Guide Dogs * Laura Reed’s 21st @ Hodgsons * Hodgsons FC & Beverley ARLC Group Poster * Beverley ARLC Vs Hodgsons…

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Queen’s Head Launch Curry And A Pint Night

April 25, 2011

Wednesday Market pub The Queen’s Head is once again leading the way in a bid to entice more customers to the area. Les and Chris Willicombe have been in charge of the popular, family-run pub for the past six and a bit years, and have in recent times helped bring some real vibrancy to Wednesday Market, so much so that during the day the area is a honeypot for hungry…

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Local Elections: Kerri Harold, Minster Woodmansey

April 23, 2011

Hi, my name is Kerri Harold, I have been married to Roy for nearly 18 years and have 3 lovely daughters Beth, Georgia and Brittany. I am Beverley born and bred and attended Woodmansey Primary School, ( where I am now proud to be a Governor) and then onto Beverley High School. I had a year at Hull College on their hairdressing course, but changed career course after being told…

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KC ‘Surgeries’ to Help Businesses With Their Communications Needs

April 23, 2011

KC is holding a series of free evening Business Surgeries across Hull and the East Riding for local businesses who want communications advice and support, starting with sessions in Hull on Tuesday 10 May and Beverley on Wednesday 11 May. The Business Surgeries give local firms the opportunity to meet face to face with representatives from across KC and ask questions about any aspect of their KC account or KC’s…

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Youth Dance Summer Term 2011

April 23, 2011

East Riding Youth Dance is recruiting at a venue near you for the summer term. Co-ordinated by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, the project includes weekly sessions with professional artists working towards performances each term. East Riding Youth Dance also gives young people the opportunity to learn from the country’s leading professional dance companies in workshops and live performances. The youth dance groups are based in six areas of the…

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Beverley Company gets MCS Accreditation for Solar PV Installations

April 23, 2011

Beverley Company receives accreditation to install solar panels MCS Solar is delighted to be able to offer a Government Funded Feed-in Tariff on Solar panel Installations. John Dixon Hart explains: “We are the only Company in Beverley with this demanding qualification.  The Company has been inspected and our procedures were approved.” “The standard also requires that we are members of REAL the consumer code, which offers consumers insurance backed guarantees…

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The Way of the Cross: Churches Together in Beverley

April 22, 2011

For many centuries Christians have followed in the footsteps of Jesus from his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane through to his trial, crucifixion, death and burial to his resurrection on Easter Day. In the Holly Land this journey may follow the actual route Jesus took but the same journey may be made devotionally, in the heart and mind, in towns and churches throughout the world. Here in Beverley the…

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Alison Booth: Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

April 22, 2011

My name is Alison Booth, I am a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor at the York, Selby and Humber team based in Beverley. My job is to take the dog through the final stages of training and then match it to a compatible visually impaired client. I am one of 4 Instructors in the area that teach the young dogs the skills needed to guide a blind or partially-sighted person. 3…

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Beverley Bus Station Back in Action

April 22, 2011

Beverley Bus Station has reopened after undergoing some much needed repair work. Bus user have suffered some inconvenience during the closure though the project was completed on time with everything returning to normal today.

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Spring Ball Highlight Of Walkington Hayride

April 21, 2011

A new addition to the world-famous Walkington Hayride has been announced. Organisers of the Hayride are holding a charity Spring Ball at Walkington School on Saturday 21 May. Music will be provided by local band Viagra Falls, who are sponsored by MKM Building Supplies. Tickets for the event cost £25 per person, which includes a full supper. To purchase your ticket, 871761 or speak to Celia or David at the…

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