Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, is celebrating retaining its five-star rating for the eleventh consecutive year by shining a light on five outstanding members of the community across East Yorkshire.
Council Team Takes On 100km Cycle Challenge – In Place Of Teachers
A team of council staff are taking on a 100km (62 miles) cycle challenge this week in place of teachers who need to stay in the classroom during the coronavirus lockdown.
Forty teachers from schools across the East Riding had been due to take part in the annual 100km bike ride as part of the Cycle4Life Challenge organised each year by East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Opening Day At Yorkshire Wildlife Park After Lockdown
A whole host of new animals met the public for the first time yesterday as the newly adapted award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park reopened.
YWP, which has introduced a wide variety of safety precautions to keep visitors safe, welcomed over thirty new arrivals during the lockdown.
Deep Clean Will Help Top Restaurant Get Ready For Reopening
A specialist cleaning company is on standby to help one of East Yorkshire’s top restaurants get back to business as usual after the coronavirus lockdown.
Michele and Matthew Barker, the twins who run The Westwood in Beverley, are waiting for government guidance on when they will be able to reopen their acclaimed restaurant in the Grade II listed former Crown Court building.
BEVERLEY RACES : Menzies Hoping For Cool Running
Trainer Rebecca Menzies bids for a first Beverley winner when Cool Possibility runs in the finale on the Westwood this afternoon.
The four-year-old grey has thrived since having undergone a wind operation in January, since when he has gone unbeaten in three starts.
Humber Bridge Toll Booths To Reopen But Cash Will Not Be Accepted
The Humber Bridge toll booths are set to reopen following the recent government announcements about the ‘Lockdown Exit Plan’ and going back to work.
The booths were closed on Sunday, March 29, as part of the measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 as the country went into lockdown, and since that date, all traffic crossing the bridge has been using the open road ‘TAG Lane’ (ORT).
Artists Commissioned To Celebrate Hull’s Maritime Story
Leading contemporary artists, Heinrich and Palmer, have created a new and stunning visualisation of one of the most popular objects in the Hull Maritime Museum’s permanent collection.
Lumen Prize-nominated artists behind the ‘Ship of the Gods’ at Hull Minster as part of Absolutely Cultured’s Urban Legends and Northern Lights, Heinrich and Palmer have been commissioned to create new and innovative public artwork to reflect the city’s rich maritime history.
Hull To Trial Innovative New Pedestrian Crossing
An innovative new pedestrian crossing to help reduce accidents will be installed in Hull.
The project is being delivered in partnership with Liverpool City Council who have been awarded just over £193,000 by the Road Safety Trust.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park Gears Up To Reopen As Government Allows Zoos To Open
The award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park is delighted at the news that the government has reviewed its decision on current restrictions on the reopening of zoos and safari parks.
The park had taken a severe financial hit as even with 70% of staff furloughed there are still high care and feed bills for their animals. The lockdown has cost the park around £5 million in lost revenue and is impacting its ability to carry out award-winning conservation projects.
Thousands Of Green Jobs To Be Created In Hull Over Next Decade
Thousands of green jobs could be created in Hull over the next decade, according to a new report.
The Local Government Association (LGA) Local green jobs report has identified the number of green jobs needed in each local authority area to ensure the UK is carbon neutral by 2050.
New Rules On Face Coverings Come Into Play This Week
New rules requiring passengers to wear face coverings on their journey will come into force on public transport from Monday.
The advice is clear that people should continue to avoid taking public transport where possible. But if you do need to use public transport you will be required to use face coverings.
Shops Are Back – But Will Be Heading Out For Some Retail Therapy
Shops in Beverley selling non-essential goods will again be allowed to trade as of Monday.
Following a long period of being closed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the big question is if people will be chomping at the bit to get back to shops.
Grants Now Available For Tree Planting Projects Across The East Riding
Grants of up to £5,000 are being made available to private and public landowners, town and parish councils as well as other community groups in a bid to increase the number of native trees across the East Riding.
The East Riding of Yorkshire Community Tree Planting Fund is looking to support projects that will include creating new areas of native woodland, planting new clusters of native trees and hedgerows or establishing new groups of individual native standard trees.
New Appointment At Progressive Commercial Insurance Brokerage
The team at HI Commercial welcomes experienced Commercial Account Handler, Mike Ratcliffe, whose appointment affirms expansion plans.
Mike’s career began with Norwich Union claims investigations in the early 80s and transferred into broking in 2003.
Making Caring Visible In The East Riding
Caring for a loved one can be an extremely rewarding experience, however, without the right support, carers may often feel isolated and lonely.
In addition, some carers have reported feelings of guilt and shame when they feel they need a break from their loved one or an hour to themselves.
Beverley Entrepreneur Fighting Fast Fashion With Innovative Service
A Beverley-based businesswoman who reuses and recycles unwanted and second-hand clothing is appealing for donations to support national charities using an innovative new Covid-19 friendly drive-through service.
Daisy Jessop (22) is the brainchild of the ethical clothing recycle business called Envirofriendly Recycling (EMEA) Limited.
Daisy Appeal Sets Target For Launch Of Space Age Weapon In Fight Against Killer Diseases
The charity behind a campaign to raise £8.5 million to provide a Molecular Imaging Research (MIR) Centre at Castle Hill Hospital has set a target for completion by the end of this year and operation early in 2021 after construction resumed at the site.
The Daisy Appeal has also released the first pictures of the state-of-the-art complex which will improve accuracy and detection rates for cancer, heart disease and dementia in Hull, East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire.
Boats, Windmills And Beverley Town – More Under 5s Activities From East Riding Museums
East Riding Museums have unveiled even more activities for under 5s (including babies) and their families during this period when people are having to spend more time at home.
The new suggested activities – Boats, Windmills and Beverley Town – are inspired by Goole Museum, Skidby Mill, and Beverley Guildhall and feature ideas for music and signing, craft, role play, sensory experiences, and messy play.