A woman from Bridlington has been prosecuted after waste belonging to her was found fly-tipped in the town.
Rubbish owned by Emily Scurrah of Bessingby Gate, Bridlington, was discovered dumped on land in Gypsey Road in May 2023.
Major £500,000 Road Upgrade Set for Everthorpe Near South Cave
A project to improve roads and drainage in the village of Everthorpe, near South Cave, is due to start next week.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is to invest £500,000 to upgrade High Road and Low Road in the village, with the scheme scheduled to begin on Tuesday 7 April.
Major Legal Move Boosts Lincoln as Wilkin Chapman Rollits Expands with Strategic Acquisition
A leading regional law firm has made a bold move to strengthen its presence in Lincoln, marking another milestone in its rapid growth strategy.
Wilkin Chapman Rollits has officially acquired Nottingham-based Legal Recoveries and Collections Ltd (LRC), in a deal completed on April 1—exactly one year after the landmark merger between Wilkin Chapman LLP and Rollits LLP.
New Free Car Park Set to Open in Driffield as Town Centre Transformation Gains Pace
A major boost for shoppers and visitors is on the way in Driffield, as a brand-new free car park prepares to open—marking a key step in the town’s ongoing regeneration.
The new facility, located on Exchange Street, will officially open on Wednesday, April 8, delivering 100 parking spaces on the site of the town’s former cattle market—land that has stood unused for more than two decades.
Residents Invited to Shape £39M Regeneration Plans in East Riding
Residents in Bridlington and South East Holderness are being urged to help shape the future of their communities as part of a major regeneration initiative worth nearly £40 million.
The Government-backed Pride in Place Programme, announced in September 2025, will provide up to £19.6 million each to two areas: Bridlington West and Withernsea East & Patrington. The funding aims to support long-term regeneration and investment driven by local priorities.
Tesco’s Community Grants Programme Benefits Beverley Groups
Tesco’s Community Grants scheme, which has supported more than 74,000 groups across the UK with over £127 million since 2016, continues to make a significant impact in Beverley. The Beverley Tesco store alone has seen 120 local projects benefit from over £210,000 in grants, supporting schools, charities, and community groups.
Discounted Bus Travel Announced to Support Young People This Easter
The Hull Bus Alliance has announced a discounted travel offer to help young people access activities during the Easter break as part of Healthy Holidays Hull.
The initiative follows discussions with the city’s Young People’s Parliament, which brought together transport providers, young leaders, and the city’s young mayor. Concerns were raised about the impact of cost-of-living pressures on young people’s ability to attend events across the city.
East Yorkshire Buses Announces Major Fare Changes from March 2026
East Yorkshire Buses has announced a wide-ranging update to its fares and ticketing structure, aimed at simplifying travel, improving value, and introducing more flexible options for customers.
The changes will come into effect from Sunday 29 March 2026.
Crackdown on drivers blocking yellow boxes in Hull city centre
Motorists who block yellow box junctions in Hull are set to be slapped with £70 fines as Hull City Council launches a major traffic crackdown.
The blitz will hit drivers using the gridlocked Ferensway route into Hull Paragon Interchange—where one wrong move can bring the city to a standstill.
Beverley’s Push to Bag UK Town of Culture – Residents Urged to Have Their Say!
Beverley could soon be Britain’s next big cultural hotspot – but local MP Graham Stuart is calling on residents to make sure the town’s voice is heard.
The Rise of Green Jobs: What the Sustainability Sector Can Teach Us About the Future
As conversations around climate change continue to grow, so too does interest in the jobs and skills needed to protect the environment. Across the UK, sustainability is no longer a niche concern. It is shaping how industries operate and creating new career opportunities in the process.
One company seeing this shift first-hand is Stonbury, a water and environmental sustainability specialist that works nationwide to help protect communities, infrastructure and natural systems from the effects of climate change. While its head office is based in Bedford, Stonbury also has an operational presence in Beverley, reflecting the increasingly distributed nature of green careers.
How Simple Tech Problems Can Disrupt Your Working Week
Most working weeks run on routine. Emails arrive, attachments open, and reports move from draft to sent without much thought. People rely on steady systems so they can focus on clients, customers, and deadlines rather than troubleshooting.
Disruption often starts with something small. A document will not load. A saved file suddenly looks unreadable. An attachment bounces back just before submission. Minutes pass while you try again, then try something else. Gradually, that small issue begins to affect the rest of the day.
The importance of having the right insulation for your home
The cost of heating a home is only going up. In an era of increasing environmental awareness, most UK families are aiming for better sustainability. Did you know that the insulation in your home plays an important role?
Insulation creates a thermal barrier between your living space and the elements, and in turn, achieves so much more than just keeping you warm. It can significantly improve your home’s credentials and keep you much more comfortable too.
Help shape local policing in 2026
Humberside Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Jonathan Evison has a statutory responsibility to set the policing precept each year and as part of that process must seek the views of residents on police funding.
Around 65% of police funding comes from central Government and the rest is raised through a portion of your Council Tax known as the Policing Precept. The Government made its police funding announcement on 18 December 2025.
Cost of Smoking Now a Leading Reason to Quit in Yorkshire and the Humber
As the New Year approaches, thousands across Yorkshire and the Humber are planning fresh starts and healthier habits. If quitting smoking is on your list of resolutions, you’re not alone—and new data from University College London (UCL) shows there are more reasons than ever to make 2026 the year you quit for good.
Stage4Beverley 2026 Winter Music Festival
February sees the return of the ever popular Stage4Beverley winter music festival which has become a major event in the town’s calendar offering music, comedy, and spoken word events as well as a dance for those with plenty of energy to expel.
For more informal events at prices where at some “Pay What you Can” is an option there are Workshops, the Horizon Stage for young emerging musicians, and finishing off the Friday and Saturday evenings with a Late Night Festival Club.
Nominations open for 2026 Chairman’s Awards: Celebrating unsung heroes
Nominations are now open for the 2026 East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Chairman’s Awards.
The Chairman’s Awards recognise the outstanding contributions of individuals, businesses, and projects that have made a significant impact on our community.
Council continues to tackle climate change with installation of rooftop solar panels
Works will begin in 2026 to progress Hull City Council’s Solar PV Phase 1 project after entering into contract with Sewell Construction Ltd.
A total of 12 public sector buildings will be subject to the installation of rooftop solar panels.