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This week’s issue features a selection of content that has appeared on the HU17 Web Site.
Inspirational Teacher From Beverley High School Honoured By Profession
An inspirational teacher from Beverley High School, Sarah Brownell has been honoured by her profession.
Miss Brownell, who teaches history at Beverley High School scooped silver at the Pearson Teaching Awards.
Optician Urges Residents Not To Be Caught Out By The Silent Thief Of Sight
Hundreds of people living in Beverley are at risk of having their vision stolen by a condition often dubbed as the ‘silent thief of sight’.
Around 475 Beverley residents are in danger of going blind from glaucoma – one of the largest causes of blindness in the – due to its gradual onset.
Beverley ARLFC Keep Play-Off Hopes Alive With Home Win
Beverley ARLFC bounced back from last weekend’s defeat at Bradford Dudley Hill to keep their top six play-off hopes very much alive.
Next week’s opponents Hull Dockers also enjoyed a crushing 60-6 win against East Leeds to set up a tasty derby at the Leisure Centre. This game could now prove to be pivotal in either side’s season.
Beverley Food Festival Acknowledged At Countryside Alliance Awards
Beverley Food Festival was named the regional winner at the Countryside Alliance Awards. The achievement was celebrated by Town Clerk Helen Watson.
She says she is pleased all the hard work paid off while adding she felt honoured to be invited to the awards ceremony.
East Riding Tories Crush Climate Change Concerns
Attempts by opposition councillors on the East Riding of Yorkshire Council to have the council declare a climate emergency were crushed by the ruling Conservative group.
The motion was voted down at a meeting of the full council this week, who took a firm stance against a greener agenda for the new Council.
Beverley’s Class of 2019 Should Be Very Proud Of Themselves
Students making up the Class of 2019 from Beverley High School and Beverley Grammar School should be very proud.
Those are just some of the words used by the staff who over the past few years have worked with them. Teachers from both schools also say they believe all of them have a successful future ahead.
BEVERLEY FRINGE : Sun Inn Kick Off Event With Ukulele Concert
Beverley Fringe Festival got underway at the Sun Inn with the popular venue hosting a number of Ukulele bands.
Groups from across the region were at the Sun Inn however it was the ‘home band’ who got proceedings underway.
Car Show In Beverley Makes For A Fantastic Showcase
A classic car owner from South Cave says that the Classic Car Show in Beverley is a fantastic showcase for the motors on display.
Martin Cleveland also adds that he feels more event like this should be held in Beverley given its popularity.
Welcome Return To Beverley For Roy And His Sandwich Van
Roy’s Sandwich Van is back in Beverley following an 8-week absence. His disappearance sparked a host of rumours but he is back in his rightful place.
Catching up with Roy he explained why he has not been on his usual pitch on the Beverley Westwood.
Animal Lovers Will Certainly Love This Exhibition In Beverley
Animal lovers certainly need to take a trip to Beverley Art Gallery and the Treasure House over the coming weeks.
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition coupled with the sculptures of Emma Stothard is a haven for all things animals.
Wildlife Photographer of Year Exhibition Worth A Visit
The Wildlife Photographer of the year exhibition is well worth a visit. Open to the public from Saturday 22 June to 14 September the event features some of the most acclaimed works in the UK.
This is the third year the exhibition on loan from the Natural History Museum has been put on display at the Treasure House.
St Mary’s Primary School Awarded Cash To Help Fund Project
St Mary’s Primary School have been awarded a cash windfall, money they say they will be used to improve their outdoor area.
The school on Eden Road in Beverley was awarded the money by the Tesco in Beverley. In all, they received £2,000 as a result of finishing first in the supermarket’s Bags of Help incentive.
Children and Young People Committee Work Praised By Cllr Boynton
Findings by the Sub Committee for Children and Young People to help tackle the increase in mental health issues have been welcomed Cllr David Boynton.
Cllr Boynton of the Liberal Democrats says he will be fully behind anything that helps tackle mental health issues in young people.
Commuted Sums Fund Three Play Area Improvement Projects
Play Areas in Woodmansey Parish have been officially reopened after the completion of works. This work was funded by East Riding of Yorkshire Council as part of Commuted Sums, collected from developers of nearby housing sites.
Deer Park Way Play Area and King Street Play Area have been reopened. While the third play area Southwood Park on Princess Way is set for work to start in July.
Blue & Golds Host Askam In First Of Three Consecutive Home Matches
The Blue and Golds will entertain Askam on Saturday as they return to National Conference League action.
Taking place at the Beverley Leisure Centre, the 2.30pm Scott Taylors side will be hoping to get back to winning ways.
Car Show Enjoyed By Thousands Earns Praise Of Town Councillors
Thousands of people flocked into Beverley to enjoy the hundreds of classic cars that were on display.
Organised by the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club the event proved yet again to be popular with locals and visitors alike.
More Greener Buses Announced By Bus Company East Yorkshire
East Yorkshire, the Hull-based bus company has announced a £6m investment in new buses to help transform bus travel in Hull and Scarborough.
The order will put 8 brand new single deck buses and 19 double deck buses on the streets of East Yorkshire. All of the new vehicles meet the highest Euro 6 environmental standards and helping keep our air clean and free from pollution.