Local elections are just weeks away giving residents in the East Riding a chance to influence and shape their futures.
In there will be 67 seats up for grabs in the County Elections while there will be 168 Parish Council seats contested.
HU17.net Magazine Issue 437
HU17.net Magazine Issue 437 is out and available to purchase from Molescroft News on Woodhall Way.
This week’s issue features a selection of content that has appeared on the HU17 Web Site.
New Menu At The Grapes Is Proving A Hit With Customers
Sherrie Smart, The Deputy Manager at The Grapes Inn says that their new menu is proving to be very popular with customers.
The Saturday Market pub is currently running a totally new menu that includes multiple options for Vegans.
Working And Living With Cancer Offers Plenty Of Challenges
East Riding of Yorkshire Council launched a year-long cancer awareness project in the East Riding recently.
The idea is to help support residents through what could be one of the toughest times in their lives. This month, the focus is on working with or after cancer.
Hull Trains Upgrade Is A Milestone Moment Says MP
Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, was delighted to visit Hull Paragon Interchange.
The MP was there to tour of a state-of-the-art Hitachi Class 802 train. These trains are due to be introduced by Hull Trains later in the year.
Public Spaces Protection Order Extended For Three More Years
The former Riverside and Wyke areas will continue to be protected by a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO), following a decision record approving an extension to the order.
The PSPO was established to address alcohol influenced anti-social behaviour within these areas of the city and requires a review every three years. The order gives the council or police the power to request anyone within the area surrenders alcohol, should it be required.
Swansea City Opera Are Returning To Bridlington Spa
Swansea City Opera will be returning to Bridlington Spa with a production of Cosi Fan Tutte in May.
Beautifully staged in English with elegant 19th Century costumes, Così fan Tutte contains some of Mozart’s most ravishing music.
Countdown To 2019 Hull Local Elections Begins
Matt Jukes, Hull City Council Chief Executive and elections Returning Officer has today published the Notice of Election in the Guildhall.
The pre-election period is now underway, running from the publication of Notice of Election to the close of polls at 10pm on Thursday 2 May.
Beverley Make It Back To Back Home Wins In NCL
The blue and golds got back to winning ways in this encounter which saw a strong first-half setting them up for victory.
With Jack and Bobby Howdle on duty for Hull FC reserves and Lewis Poskitt away on holiday some re-shuffling was forced upon Scott Taylor.
Remarkable Resurgence By Keighley Results In Defeat For Beverley
After fifteen minutes this match looked certain to end with a comfortable bonus-point win for Beverley. After eighty minutes they had been soundly beaten and deservedly so.
Their game fell away to an alarming extent as the match wore on – perhaps not becoming quite as dire as the shambles at Hullensians but not far off it.
Cherry Tree Centre Grant Will Help Fund Successful Youth Club
Beverley Cherry Tree Centre was the only group from the town to benefit from a Positive Activities Grant.
The centre located on the Swinemoor Estate were successful in their application. As a result, they were awarded £1,847.95 by East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Post Office Bosses Say Feedback And Petition Are Being Reviewed
Feedback from the consultation and the petition in relation to the future of Beverley’s Crown Post Office will be carefully reviewed.
The Post Office has also cleared up the issue surrounding WH Smith advertising for jobs saying this normal practice.
Beverley Racecourse Aims To Raise The Stakes Again For 2019 Season
The team at award-winning Beverley Racecourse believe the best is yet to come as they look forward to another action-packed season.
A memorable 2018 saw the racecourse celebrate an increase in attendances, win a prestigious racing industry award and be named as one of the top courses in the country for raceday experience.
ARTWAVES – Paint Out On The Harbour
ArtWaves has announced the return of the Open Air Painting Competition ‘Paint Out’ as part of the 2019 Festival offering in June 2019.
Paint Out encourages artists to brave the elements of the East Yorkshire Coast and put their plein air painting skills to the test for the chance of winning a £200 prize at the festival.
GALLERY : Beverley Minster Primary School – The Lion King
Photos from the opening night of Beverley Minster Primary School’s production of The Lion King.
Pupils pulled off a fantastic colourful show that certainly went down well with a packed house.
Formal Identification Released Of Body Recovered From Humber
Following the recovery of a woman’s body yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, 20 March) from the Humber Estuary, Detective Superintendent Martin Smalley has issued the following: “A post-mortem examination commenced this afternoon and is continuing to be carried out this evening, however formal identification has now taken place and we can confirm the body recovered is that of missing woman Libby Squire. “Libby’s family have been informed and are receiving support from specially…
Beverley Town Moles Thank Local Firms For Their Kind Support
Beverley Town Moles have expressed their gratitude to two local firms who have sponsored the team.
Manager Lee Carter says his team certainly look the part in their playing strip and jackets. While their sponsors hope the lads go on to show the world their footballing talents.
Local Councillor Backs St Mary’s School Big Battery Hunt
Molescroft Parish Councillor David Boynton is backing a local schools bid to collect old batteries.
Cllr Boynton says he wants to try and help St Mary’s Primary School climb the leader board and earn some prizes for the school.