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Boombangabang Drums In Collaboration With Rootspsychotherapy

February 4, 2019February 4, 2019Comments Off

Drumming is now well documented to have a positive effect on overall general well-being and several studies have been carried out which provide scientific evidence to support this.

Before looking at the science, we know drumming is fun! It transcends age, social, cultural and language barriers as rhythm is a universal language and has been a tradition in nearly every culture for centuries. Drumming grounds us in the present moment. When a person is firmly grounded in the present, stressful situations in the past are forgotten and worries of the future are reduced.

Firm Fined £2,000 For Illegal Adverts For Beverley Christmas Event

February 4, 2019February 4, 2019Comments Off

A company has been fined £2,000 for illegally placing a number of signs on the roadside advertising a Christmas event in Beverley.

Cottage Industrys Ltd of Tokenspire Business Park, Woodmansey, represented by its director Paul Leonard, admitted placing 38 signs on the sides of major roads, junctions and roundabouts to promote a Mistletoe Fair at Beverley Racecourse, held last November.

Longcroft To Keep Parents Informed Of Improvement Plans Following Meeting With Cllr Healy

February 4, 2019February 4, 2019Comments Off

St Mary’s Ward Councillor Denis Healy has met with the Acting Head of Longcroft School, Andy Baker, together with Longcroft pupils and teachers, following last week’s publication of the national progress scores, which revealed that Longcroft had the lowest score in the East Riding for pupil progress and below the national average.

Cllr Healy had said that parents needed to “have faith” that the school could turn round its performance. That prompted Mr Baker to contact Cllr Healy with an invitation to visit the school, to see for himself the work that is going on to get Longcroft back on track.

Cllr David Elvidge Disappointed With Post Office Decision To Relocate

February 2, 2019January 31, 2019Comments Off

Local Councillor David Elvidge says he is deeply disappointed with the Post Office over their plans to relocate to WH Smith.

Cllr David Elvidge also says that he feels people are not being offered a full and proper consultation.

Little Weighton Primary School Benefit From Tesco Grant

February 2, 2019January 31, 20191 Comment

Little Weighton Primary School has expressed their thanks to Tesco customers for the support they were given.

The school were winners on the Tesco Incentive Bags of Help which saw them being awarded a £1,000 grant.

House Prices In East Riding And Humberside Buck The National Trend

February 1, 2019January 31, 2019Comments Off

House prices have grown at the lowest rate in six years with the East Riding of Yorkshire seeing a 3.6pc increase over the past twelve months.

Latest figures released by Nationwide showed that in house prices grew by just 0.1pc nationally. This means that the East Riding is bucking the national trend.

Beverley Civic Society Publish Book Of Extraordinary Women of Beverley

February 1, 2019February 25, 2019Comments Off

Beverley Civic Society have published a new book, Extraordinary Women of Beverley.

Last year the Society had different speakers talking on women whose lives had been extraordinary, all connected with Beverley.

It’s Official – Beverley Races Is A Sure Bet For A Great Day Out!

February 1, 2019January 31, 2019Comments Off

Beverley Racecourse has been announced as one of the top racecourses to visit in England and Wales.

The accolade comes from national tourism agency VisitEngland as part of the Racecourse Association’s (RCA) Quality Assured Racecourse Scheme.

Gibson’s Look Forward Too Third TT Tenure

Beverley Father And Son Look Forward To Third TT Tenure

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019Comments Off

Fastest Sidecar newcomers of 2017, the father and son team of Gary Gibson/Daryl Gibson are confirmed to return this May to the Mountain Course, as they aim to build upon their impressive performances from recent TT ventures.

Last June saw the Beverley based duo build and some upon their momentous event debut from 2017, banking series of impressive results.

Beverley Businesses Make Shortlist Of Finalists At Local Tourism Awards

January 31, 2019January 30, 2019Comments Off

New names and past winners will be fighting it out for a prestigious tourism “Oscar” at this year’s Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards.

The shortlist of finalists has been announced and includes businesses from Beverley.

Should Cars Be Allowed On Toll Gavel To Help Boost High Street

January 31, 2019January 30, 20191 Comment

Should cars be allowed to drive along Toll Gavel in Beverley to help boost the high street? It is a question that has to be worth the discussion.

Like towns around the UK, Beverley needs to find ways to adapt to protect the town centre businesses.

Women Being Urged To Contact GP For Smear Test By Local MP

January 31, 2019January 30, 2019Comments Off

MP Emma Hardy is encouraging women to speak to their GP and take a smear test.

Her comments come after figures showed the number of women from the region are below national targets.

Cold Weather Driving Tips From Beverley Motor Works

January 31, 2019January 30, 2019Comments Off

Cold weather driving can be testing. As temperatures plummet and conditions on the road turn icy what can you do to ensure you do not get caught out behind the wheel.

We spoke to Beverley Motor Works owner Richard Hayes for some tips for drivers to use while behind the wheel during these testing conditions.

Hull Trains Valued By Customers According To Satisfaction Survey

January 31, 2019January 30, 2019Comments Off

Hull Trains who offer a direct service between Beverley and London have been rated as one of the best in the country by passengers.

In recent months Hull Trains have had a testing time but despite this 96pc of customers say they are happy with the service.

Westwood Gets Bollards To Prevent Parking On Ancient Pastures

January 30, 2019January 30, 20191 Comment

Bollards being installed on the Westwood Pasture in Beverley have been welcomed by local people.

Residents and campaigners have for years voiced their concerns about the number of cars being left all day as motorists ignore signage and four hour time limits.

Hull Trains Say 38 Year Rolling Stock Is Important Milestone

January 30, 2019January 30, 20191 Comment

Hull Trains have taken delivery of 38-year-old HST Inter City 125 saying they hope it shows their commitment to delivering great customer service.

Bosses say that the train which was manufactured at the Crewe Works back in 1981 is a real boost for the company. They also add its arrival was hard to secure given the lack of rolling stock in the UK.

Beverley Man Served With Closure Notice

January 30, 2019January 30, 2019Comments Off

A Beverley man has been served with a Closure Notice in an attempt to prevent anti-social behaviour, disorder, nuisance and criminal behaviour in and around his home on Schofield Avenue in Beverley.

Officers from Humberside Police successfully applied for a Closure Order for 15 Schofield Avenue, Beverley.

GALLERY : Beverley Town Football Club Footy Tournament

January 30, 2019January 30, 2019Comments Off

Photos from the Beverley Town Football Club Junior section who held a mini football tournament at the Beverley Leisure Centre.

Three teams from Beverley Town Football Club took part while the fourth team which took part was the side South Cave United.

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