There are many jobs in the world that we tend to take for granted. The people in those jobs work tirelessly in the background, often not getting the thanks that they deserve – sometimes even receiving abuse instead.
It could be said that the men and women of the nursing profession perform such a job. Without them, our hospitals and GP surgeries could not function, but we rarely acknowledge this, nor do the nurses themselves ask us to do so.
A Beverley based accountancy firm are celebrating after their colleague, Faye Sherwood, was named Yorkshire Accountancy Trainee of the Year at the Yorkshire Accountancy Awards.
Faye, who joined the Sowerby Chartered Accountants, which is located on Annie Reed Road, says she was over the moon to win the accolade given the tough competition she faced from firms across the region.
Skydive GB near Bridlington has teamed up with the Yorkshire Air Ambulance to host a charity skydive day.
On Sunday 1 July 2018, participants will have the unique opportunity to tandem skydive above the beautiful Yorkshire Coast whilst raising valuable funds the life saving service.
Local MP Graham Stuart hailed the announcement of record funding for the East Riding as the Department for Transport unveiled £40 million to revamp the problematic Jock’s Lodge junction.
The news comes after a long campaign where Graham took the Council’s bid to the very top of Government.
National Conference League leaders Beverley ARLC will hit the road this weekend as they head North to play Gateshead Storm, a side that is struggling in the NCL. Beverley who have won all eight of their games and are now odds on favourites to be promoted and win the title as they sit four points clear at the summit. Bevelrey enjoyed another fine win last time out and with their…
Sewerby Hall and Gardens will be hosting the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club’s (EYTCC) spring gathering of historic and classic vehicles on Sunday, 20 May, from 11am-4pm, giving visitors the opportunity to view over 150 vehicles and chat with their owners.
Formed in 1982, the EYTCC is for enthusiasts of vintage and classic motor vehicles. The club has many events throughout the year and a large membership – with a diverse selection of vehicles – generally over 20 years old.
Around 50 people have registered to attend a free seminar focusing on the challenges of delivering affordable and market housing in rural communities on Tuesday, 22 May at Bishop Burton College.
Hosted by East Riding of Yorkshire Council and the East Riding of Yorkshire Rural Partnership, the event will include updates about policy from both a local and national perspective, a series of break-out sessions.
Iguana Developments have appointed a Group Accountant to oversee the financial aspects of five property companies based in Hull.
Sarah Gill has joined the business after sixteen years with a local employer in their accounts department.
THECREATIVELAB in Beverley are once again running their highly successful holiday activities for young people in the Yorkshire area.
THECREATIVECLUB, a comprehensive Art & Craft focused holiday club, aims to enable young people to engage in inspiring creative practical activities in a safe, secure and enjoyable environment, while learning from experienced professional local artists and crafters.
Beverley Racecourse is searching for a camera-friendly couple to star in its most ambitious Ladies’ Day promotion yet.
Beverley Races’ “Don’t Tell the Lady” mini-series will see a local couple take on a challenge in a bid to spend a lavish VIP day out at the hugely-popular Flemingate Ladies’ Day in August.
Back by popular demand after a sell-out run in 2015, She Productions are bringing West End showbiz, delicious harmonies, and bags of talent right on your doorstep at the East Riding Theatre in Beverley in a revamped version of Beverley Does Broadway… The Rebound.
She Productions are putting on a show and it’s their opening night. Relentless rehearsals have ensured they are pitch perfect and that every dance step has been drilled with precision.
Body cameras are to be worn by civil enforcement officers working in the East Riding for the first time in a move to increase safety and prevent abusive incidents.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is to supply all members of its civil enforcement team, whose job is to enforce parking regulations across the area, with the body cameras from this week.
HU17.net Magazine Issue 398 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 he HU17 Web Site.
Following the acclaimed exhibition of author and artist Tove Jansson and her tales of Moominvalley at the Dulwich Picture Gallery earlier this year, 2018 sees more Moomin mischief as Beverley Puppet Festival.
Beverley Puppet Festival has announced a puppet version of this much loved fictional family over the festival weekend on Sunday 15th July. Created by the Finnish author in the 1940s, these internationally adored curious creatures are currently undergoing a renaissance with a new animated television series also in the pipeline for 2019.
A man on a fundraising mission, Greg Usher (437) has praised the Pittaway Beverley 10K and the B&A Scaffolding Fun Run saying organisers did a fantastic job.
Greg, who was taking part in his seventh Beverley 10K is raising money to fund a stand at the Norwood Recreation Ground in memory of his late father, Ivan Usher.
Walkington AFC ended their first season in the Humber Premier League with a home defeat, though manager Richard Twigger says his players should be proud.
His comments come as his side lost their final game against Westella & Willerby 2-1 at Broadgates securing them sixth place in the Humber Premier League with 40 points.
A plucky tennis coach from Hull has completed what is thought to be the world’s longest match after completing a gruelling 24-hour tennis marathon.
Pete Bridgewater (30) of Summergangs Road undertook the challenge at Cherry Burton Tennis Club in order to raise funds for Sport Relief along with 12 of his friends, who each agreed to play a two-hour slot.
East Riding Libraries now offer ‘Reminiscence in the Community’, based on their hugely successful Reminiscence Sessions, tailored to specifically benefit residents in care homes and community settings who may be living with varying stages of dementia.
Anyone interested in learning more can come along to the launch event on Thursday, 24 May, from 2pm -4pm in the Treasure House, Beverley.