Nominate A Family In Beverley In Need Of A Free Holiday

Nominate A Family In Beverley In Need Of A Free Holiday
September 5, 2020

Do you know a family, NHS or frontline worker in Beverley that has been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and needs a break?

As part of the nation’s emotional and wellbeing recovery from the pandemic, the national charity YHA (England & Wales) wants to give away free holidays to families in your area.

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Art and Soul Retail Hub Opens At Flemingate Retail Park

Art and Soul Retail Hub Opens At Flemingate Retail Park
September 2, 2020

A retail hub aimed at putting the talents of local and regional artists and makers on the map has opened at Beverley’s Flemingate centre.

Art and Soul showcases framed art, jewellery, prints, woodwork, ceramics, glassware, embroidery and much more within a creative community with shared goals and ambitions.

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Back To School: Advice For Pupils And Parents On Safe Bus Travel

Back To School: Advice For Pupils And Parents On Safe Bus Travel
September 2, 2020

Children and their parents are being encouraged to follow the latest advice about safe bus travel, as the new school year begins for many.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is encouraging families to prepare their travel routes in advance and make sure youngsters are aware of new precautions in place to keep everyone safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

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ERT Delighted With News That Venues Can Re-Open

ERT Delighted With News That Venues Can Re-Open
August 26, 2020

East Riding Theatre say they are delighted at the government’s announcement that theatres can now begin indoor performances with socially distanced audiences.

They add that the priority in ERT’s decision to re-open next Spring is based on safety. This includes the safety of their audiences, artists, and also the volunteers.

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Building Improvements At More Than 70 East Riding Schools In 2020

Building Improvements At More Than 70 East Riding Schools In 2020
August 26, 2020

Since the start of 2020, East Riding of Yorkshire Council has continued to invest in its schools’ estate with a capital programme in excess of £1.5 million. Using a combination of funding from the Department for Education and the council’s own reserves, this year has seen more than 70 schemes being delivered across the East Riding. The work includes larger schemes to replace school roofs and boilers that are beyond…

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NHS Want Residents To Be Prepared For The Bank Holiday Weekend

NHS Want Residents To Be Prepared For The Bank Holiday Weekend
August 26, 2020

Hull and East Riding residents are being reminded which NHS services are available to them this bank holiday on Monday 31 August 2020.

If you need medical help, the NHS is here for you – Urgent Treatment Centres (UTC), out of hours GP services and some pharmacies across Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire will remain open. GP practices and most pharmacies will be closed on the bank holiday.

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A Chance To Contribute To The COVID-19 Collection In The East Riding

A Chance To Contribute To The COVID-19 Collection In The East Riding
August 24, 2020

East Riding Archives is asking residents to share their memories of the COVID-19 lockdown period in a new COVID-19 collection, which will be preserved for the benefit of future generations.

The archives team are looking for items like photographs of people’s daily lives; pictures of empty streets; pictures and recordings of the ‘Clap for Carers’ on Thursday evenings, or other thanks for NHS and key workers; or even diaries with notes about what people have been doing during the lockdown.

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Brits Reveal The Nation’s Most Annoying Toilet Paper Habits

Brits Reveal The Nation’s Most Annoying Toilet Paper Habits
August 23, 2020

Toilet paper was one of the most in-demand products in early 2020 and a new Yorkshire Water survey has revealed some of the nation’s biggest frustrations with toilet paper etiquette.

Not replacing a finished loo roll was named as the leading offender, with 68% of respondents in the national survey* naming it as the leading cause of toilet paper-related annoyance.

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