Karl Pettitt (52), formerly of North Bar Without, Beverley, appeared in court following an extensive investigation by Humberside Police supported by the National Crime Agency into his criminal enterprise.
Linda Johnson Becomes Beverley’s 418th Mayor Following Election
St Mary’s ward councillor Linda Johnson was, this evening, elected as the 418th Mayor of Beverley, and only the 13th woman to hold the office in its 448-year history, dating back to Tudor times.
New Website Shares All Latest Data On Life In Hull
Hull City Council has launched a new website that pulls together all of the latest data on Hull, allowing everyone to access up-to-the-minute information about the city.
The new Hull Data Observatory website allows anyone to access a wide range of information about the city, its businesses and its residents and offers a range of unique tools and insights to develop a better understanding of life in Hull.
Cherry Lane Garden Centre Goes Green With New In-Store Initiatives
Cherry Lane Garden Centre is going green with new in-store initiatives to bolster its eco-credentials. Part of the Discount retail group QD hopes to help shoppers make greener choices.
In a bid to help the environment, the company has rolled out an initiative called Value Our Planet. To date, the firm has achieved a number of goals when it comes to being greener.
Potential Bus Drivers Given A Chance To Take The Wheel
Bus company East Yorkshire has announced that it will be launching a recruitment drive in Hull, as lockdown restrictions lift and buses start getting busier.
The company is giving local residents the chance to train to become bus drivers to help run its network of services in the city and beyond.
It’s All Go For Tool Hire Firm, Lock Stock And Disco Ball
Female-owned tool hire business achieves ambitious goal as the third branch opens in Humber Region.
GoHire is launching a new branch at an iconic former social club on Chamberlain Road in Hull.
Lewis Northen Funeral Directors Welcome Easing of Funeral Restrictions
Lewis Northen Funeral Directors have welcomed the news that from the Government that the legal limit of mourners at funerals is to be lifted.
As of 17 May, the rule of 30 mourners for a funeral in England will be removed as part of Step 3 of the roadmap.
Beverley RUFC Colts Enjoy Fine Win After Long Lay Off
Beverley RUFC U18’s Colts returned to action this weekend with their first game since February 2020 due to the Covid pandemic with a difficult away fixture against Scunthorpe.
With Beverley receiving from the KO it was clear that Scunthorpe were looking to attack the Beverley line and had the lions share of possession in the first encounters.
Beverley Travel Hopeful People Can Soon Book International Holidays
Beverley Travel owner Karl Douglas is hopeful that people will again be allowed to travel overseas.
He also says that as an industry they fully expect popular family destinations will welcome back holidaymakers this summer.
Funeral Service Restriction Changes Welcomed By Local Business
News that the cap on the number of people that can attend funeral services is to be removed has been welcomed by local firm Frank Stephenson & Son Funeral Directors.
As part of the next steps in easing restrictions, the legal cap of 30 people attending a funeral will be scrapped a month earlier than planned. From 17 May there will be no restrictions on the number of people who can attend.
Sewerby Hall And Gardens Preparing For Another Contemporary Art Commission
The East Riding Visual Arts Uplift, working with the Humber Museums Partnership, is proud to be unveiling yet another contemporary artistic commission for interested artists to express an interest and submit their proposals.
New Sculpture At Beverley Art Gallery Celebrates The History Of Beverley Shipyard
The team at Beverley Art Gallery is looking forward to welcoming a new sculpture – ‘Vera’, by Hannah Honeywill.
The work is part of the gallery’s Contemporary Arts Uplift funding from Arts Council England.
Stepping from the Shadows – Bar House Plaque Replaced
In April a new plaque at the Bar House replaced the former one, which was in memory of Fred Elwell RA, but made no mention of his wife, Mary Dawson Holmes Elwell, who was also a very good painter including many Beverley scenes.
St Mary’s Church Re-opening Marked With Musical Marathon
St Mary’s Church in Beverley celebrates its re-opening to visitors next month with a very special musical event.
From Monday, 17 May, subject to the Government’s roadmap, visitors will once again be able to step into the peaceful and spectacular medieval building, famed for its beautiful architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
Outdoor Classes Continue To Be Popular At East Riding Leisure
Outdoor classes launched at East Riding Leisure Centres on 29 March have proved hugely popular – over 5,000 people have now taken part in the outdoor and online classes offered since that date.
If everything proceeds according to the government’s roadmap, East Riding Leisure is aiming to reintroduce indoor classes from Monday, 17 May, along with more leisure activities.
East Riding Libraries Seek Views From Public Through Survey
East Riding Libraries and Customer Service sites have reopened their doors to customers after operating an order and collect service during the last lockdown.
They are now conducting a survey to find out how residents view the service and what will meet the needs of the community in the future. The survey is available to complete from now until 30 May 2021.
Housebuilder Shares Wildlife Friendly Gardening Tips To Mark National Gardening Week
To mark this year’s National Gardening Week, a local housebuilder is encouraging residents to turn their outdoor spaces into natural habitats where wildlife can thrive.
MP Backs Charity’s Million-mile Mission To Clean Up Lockdown Litter
Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, has welcomed the launch of Keep Britain Tidy’s ‘Pledge to Pick’ initiative ahead of their annual Great British Spring Clean campaign, which asks everyone to chip in and do their bit to help eliminate the scourge of litter that blights our vibrant East Yorkshire countryside.