Employment in the city is now the highest on record, with increases in employment for the sixth consecutive quarter.
The number of people in work has risen by a significant 800 people in the latest quarter, compared to the previous quarter.
HULL : St Stephens Hosts An Extraordinary Parade Day
Following the success of the Extraordinary Orchard Park Parade last Saturday – which saw over 1,000 people take to the estate to witness a From Air Land and Sea, Tales of the Nautical North themed procession – St Stephens is bringing a flavour of the parade to the city centre this Saturday.
The Extraordinary Orchard Park Parade was funded by Hull UK City of Culture 2017’s Creative Communities Programme, which is being delivered in partnership with the Big Lottery Fund. Now St Stephens, one of Hull UK City of Culture 2017’s Business Club Partners, has provided additional funding to showcase the hard work of Orchard Park residents further.
Beverley To Host Armed Forces Weekend In Conjunction With Transport School
This summer the Defence School of Transport will celebrate its 80th year of operations in the East Riding of Yorkshire as part of the Armed Forces weekend.
Members of the public will be invited to Normandy Barracks on Saturday 1 July 2017 to see behind the scenes of the world’s largest military driving school.
Minster School Embrace The Arts As They Strive To Achieve Artsmark
Pupils at Beverley Minster Primary School are working with local artist Emma Garness to create a large-scale work of art that will be displayed in the school’s playground.
With help of pupils aged between 4 to 6 years old, Mrs. Garness is helping create the work that is based around the school’s values of ‘Curiosity, Creativity, Respect, Perseverance, Community and Honesty.’
Wednesday Market Business Says New Incentive Is Taking Their Trade
A Wednesday Market trader has hit out at an incentive by the local authority that was aimed at increasing visitors numbers by introducing a food market.
Nicky Kelly who owns the independent business Adeli of Beverley says despite their best efforts stalls have dwindled and that traders pack up shop early.
Young Voters Matter – Local Nurse Highlights NHS As Key Concern
A young Nurse from Beverley has outlined why she will be voting Labour in the general elections on 8 June saying the NHS is her biggest concern.
The 25 year old who asked not to be named also says she is worried about her future as the UK leaves the EU to stand on its own two feet.
Police Appeal – Do You Know This Man?
Humberside Police have released an image of man they would like to speak with following an alleged assault in Beverley.
The incident which police say happened in March saw involved a two members of the public during the day.
Enjoy Your Favourite Sports In the Sun Shine At The Potting Shed
The Potting Shed say that sport lovers will are in for a treat this summer after installed a giant screen in their beer garden.
Measuring 3.5m x 1.5m, the screen is the largest non-cinema one in town and will be used to screen live sports and highlights throughout the year.
Young Voters Matter – Why I Am Voting Labour In The Election
Harvey Rann who is 19 says he will be voting Labour in election and not re-electing a government who he says are intent on keeping the poor on their knees.
Mr. Rann, a former student at Longcroft School who is currently studying law and will be voting for the second time in his life.
BEVERLEY RACES : Jazz In The Groove For Hambleton Racing
Popular syndicate Hambleton Racing and trainer Kevin Ryan seek further gains at Beverley on Tuesday when Magic Jazz runs in the opening race of the day.
Hambleton Racing enjoyed a lovely afternoon on the Westwood three weeks ago when Fine Example and Havana Star both won their respective races.
Not Happy With Killing Education & Health Theresa May Targets Foxes
Today has been another day of political insight as leaders of the two main parties outline more of their ideas for us voters to chew over.
Of all the things to come out today Theresa May has come out trumps with the comments made in Leeds with regard to fox hunting.
CCTV Image Released Of Man Wanted By Police
Humberside Police have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak with in connection with the theft of an ice cream van.
Stolen last month the ice cream van in question is branded as ‘French’s and was taken from a local farm in Beverley.
Local Broadband Provider Quickline Unveiled As ISPA UK Awards Finalist
Broadband provider Quickline Communications Limited has been shortlisted for top award for their record in delivering superfast internet to rural locations.
Quickline who also offer broadband in Beverley has been named on a shortlist by The Internet Services Providers’ Association (ISPA UK) in the Best Rural Broadband category.
HU17.net Magazine Issue 346
HU17.net Magazine is available from Molescroft News, Woodhall and features a selection of content that has appeared n the website.
This week includes a coffee morning that was held at St Mary’s Church in Beverley in aid of Heads Together and the tour that NURSE Charity undertook visiting the latest sites to have defibrillators installed.
Two Developments In Beverley Earn Heritage Awards From Local Authority
Two developments in Beverley have received recognition for their projects at the recent ERYC Chairman Award’s.
Work undertaken to convert both the Westwood Hospital and the Catholic Club picked up Chairman Built Heritage Awards.
Bell4Business Appoints Mia Staves As Business Continues To Grow
Bell4Business based in East Yorkshire has motioned growth ambitions by appointing a full-time Administration Assistant.
Established in 2016 the business has recently become Limited and grown from Louise working for several local businesses to now employing Mia Staves full time and a second part time Assistant, Toby Evans.
Revived Water Polo Club Offers Free Session For New Members
A historic local club has been revived and is seeking new members throughout the region to take part in an exciting and energetic team sport.
Humberside Water Polo Club has overcome the loss of its former training pool and the closure of other teams in the area to create a reinvigorated club with popular regular training sessions and a recent re-entry into the competitive league. It is now offering a free training session for anybody wanting to try the sport.
CITY OF CULTURE : Hull Celebrates Proud Fishing Heritage
Hull’s rich fishing heritage is to be celebrated at an evening of inspiring stories that will make you laugh, cry, but above all feel proud of the city’s fishing roots.
Fishing Heritage Talks: An Evening with Alec and Peter is taking place on Friday June 30 at the beautifully restored ‘Fishermen’s Church’, St. John the Baptist off Hessle Road.