Beverley Art Gallery, in partnership with the East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Hull UK City of Culture 2017 and the Natural History Museum in London, are proud to showcase one hundred awe-inspiring images from all over the world in a major exhibition that will raise the profile of the Gallery as a must-visit venue for locals and visitors.
REYTA Tourism Awards Shortlist Announced
Hull and East Yorkshire’s premier tourism awards, the REYTAs, have achieved record entries yet again.
And such was the quality, the organisers, Visit Hull and East Yorkshire (VHEY) had to introduce an additional category during the short-listing process because of the “overwhelming” numbers vying for the honour of Remarkable Tourism Event.
Repairs And Drainage Works To Be Carried Out On Queensgate
Essential repairs and drainage works will be carried out on a busy stretch of road in Beverley later this month.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council will undertake the work on Queensgate over two days on Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 February, close to the double mini-roundabouts at the junction with Admiral Walker Road, Keldgate and Cartwright Lane.
Home Bargains Found Guilty Of Selling Unsafe Chargers
National retailer TJ Morris Ltd, which trades as Home Bargains, has pleaded guilty to three electrical safety offences and ordered to pay £22,300 in fines and costs after selling thousands of unsafe chargers to consumers in 2015. The case was heard at Hull Magistrates Court last Friday, February 3.
In October 2015 a shopper in Hull bought one of the dual USB chargers from a Home Bargains store in the city. During its first use, the device exploded and came apart, with the components visibly charred.
Humberside Fire & Rescue Service Now Recruiting
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) is recruiting for full-time firefighters once again. Around 2,500 people applied last summer and the whole process begins again now to find another 20 recruits for the next course starting in September 2017.
As the Service is committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community it serves, a series of taster days will take place across the region throughout February and March for those who may not have ever considered a career in the Fire Service.
Cllr Denis Healy Questions ERYC Budget Cuts
The Liberal Democrats are the party now providing the real opposition to the Conservatives at County Hall after all their Councillors opposed the Conservative budget today.
The budget, which introduces a Council tax increase of 4.99%, also sees a reduction of 2.5% to the Council’s Public Health budget, and an eye watering 72% reduction in the Education Services grant, piling further pressures on already over stretched hospitals and schools.
Trust Builds Research Reputation By Staging Conference Involving UK Health Experts
An NHS trust is to enhance its growing reputation as a centre of clinical research by holding a conference involving some of the leading experts in UK healthcare research.
Humber NHS Foundation Trust, which provides mental health, community and GP services in Hull, East Riding and Whitby, will stage the free event in May.
Council Vote To Increase Council Tax By 4.99pc In East Riding
Councillors have agreed to increase the council’s part of the council tax bill by 4.99 per cent for the 2017/18 financial year.
The increase was agreed at a special budget meeting and will see an increase of £62.90 a year for Band D properties.
WINTER WEATHER : Local Drivers Warned To Take Extra Care On The Roads
With snow and wintry showers forecast to continue in the East Riding for the next few days, drivers are warned to take extra care on the roads.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s gritting teams were sent out twice last night (Wednesday 9 February) after rain washed away the initial treatment.
Local Music Talent to Stage Fund Raising Concert At The Sun Inn
This Saturday will see The Sun Inn host an evening of music featuring a number of local acts as they look to raise money for a worthwhile cause.
A Musical Evening which takes place from 7.30PM will feature four local musical acts, Greg Jones, a blue pianist, The Smugglers, a Folk Band, The Assembly Line Ukulele Band and Vocal Group, Answers on a Postcard.
Appeal To Online Treasure Hunters After Device Sparks Concerns
An online treasure hunting game almost sparked a police incident after a man was spotted on CCTV fitting a Geocache device under a bench in Hull city centre.
And while we don’t want to spoil anyone’s fun, today we’re appealing for other players to think about where and how they place their devices in future.
Tourism Partnership Promotes East Yorkshire To Potential Visitors
Thousands of potential holidaymakers are getting the opportunity to find out all about Hull and the East Riding from Visit Hull & East Yorkshire (VHEY) at a series of holiday and travel shows across the country.
VHEY recently had a stand at the north’s most inspirational event dedicated to showcasing the best in travel, the Manchester Destinations Holiday & Travel Show
Beverley Shortlisted For Prestigious Title At Tourism Awards
For the second year, Beverley has been shortlisted in the Coach Friendly Destination category at the British Coach Tourism Awards.
The town narrowly missed out on last year’s accolade but is back in contention for 2017 after winning judges over with a submission that highlighted the town itself
Enjoy A Crafty Time This Half Term At Sewerby Hall and Gardens
Visitors to Sewerby Hall and Gardens can take part in crafting activities and attend a concert this coming weekend.
Solo trombonist, Kenny Stamp will be performing in the Orangery on Sunday, 12 February from 1.30pm.
Tanners Thrash Howden To Reach Semi Final Of Senior Cup
Hodgsons FC pulled off a cup shock at the weekend as they thrashed Howden 4-0 to reach the semi final of the East Riding County FA Senior Cup.
Goals from Robbie Whiting, Keith McCubbin and a second half brace from Jordan Dexter ensures it was the Tanners who progressed and are no just one match away from a cup final.
Join East Riding Libraries For A Library Safari This February Half Term
There will be a chance to join East Riding Libraries this February Half-Term (20-24 February) for an animal -themed storytime, inspired by the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition at Beverley Art Gallery, which runs from 11 February to 22 April.
The libraries team have selected some fun stories including ‘One to Ten, Animal Mayhem’ by Thomas Flintham, ideally suited to pre-schoolers; and David Walliams’s ‘First Hippo on the Moon’ which is fun for all the family.
Local Beverley Dispensing Optician Wins National Award
Beverley Dispensing Optician, Sophie Johnson, has won a prestigious national award.
Ms Johnson, who is based at Eyesite Opticians, has been announced as winner in the category of Dispensing Optician of the Year in the AOP Awards 2017, which is run by the Association of Optometrists (AOP).
Wildlife Photographer Of The Year – Events Programme Announced
To accompany the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at Beverley Art Gallery, one of the key East Riding events in Hull UK City of Culture 2017 (in which East Riding of Yorkshire Council is a Principal Partner), an exciting events programme has just been launched.
Staff at the Treasure House in Beverley have organised a range of fun family events, fascinating talks and captivating workshops to support this free, world-renowned exhibition.