Masquerade Charity Ball, to be held at Tickton Grange Hotel, near Beverley on Sunday 15th May 2011. Local business woman Lisa Martin from Glitterbugwishes an online gift boutique in Beverley, is to host a masquerade charity ball in the rose room at Tickton Grange Hotel on Sunday the 15th May 2011. The ball will benefit four national charities. The National Autistic Society The Stroke Association The British Skin Foundation Help…
Stew Scott: ‘Colts Are Bad Losers’
Stew Scott has broken his silence after Sunday’s derby between the Humber Colts and the Inter Beaver ended in scuffle between players. Speaking with HU17.net Scott, who himself received a yellow card, said; “Look, not one of the Humber Colts’ players has admitted that we were the better team and deserved to win.” “They are on about appealing against the red card given to Tom Moore. They are making a…
Mohicans Reach Final For Third Consecutive Year
Beverley Town Mohicans make it through to the final of the plate competition for the third year running!!!! Beverley started the better team with Oliver Morrison going through on goal but failing to beat what was to be a great goal-keeper on the day. Good work from Sam Tuft and Will Collingwood put pressure on Victoria Dock’s defence and when Oliver Morrison was given a long ball to chase into…
Filming Project in Leven – Beverley
Now in the planning stages is a brand new filming project being undertaken by The Bijou Filming Company; “Birthday In Little Town” is the title, and the story line follows the happenings in Judea a little over 2000 years ago. The resultant film will be shown in church’s, village halls and schools in and around East Yorkshire and maybe even beyond. Opportunities exist for people to take part at all…
Colts & Inter Could Face FA Charges Over Sunday’s Antics
The Humber Colts and Inter Beaver could face charges from the FA after Sunday’s match ended with a coming together of both squads. Match official John Curry’s report will determine the fate of both teams, though given the involvement of so many players it is likely that the clubs will be charged with bringing the game into disrepute, and that players will face individual charges for their parts. In a…
Progress in Reform Proposals for Pre-nuptial Agreements
QualitySolicitors Lockings, in Hull and Beverley are witnessing progress in relation to the reform of the controversial pre-nuptial agreement. UK law regarding this agreement has been the cause of debate for many years, as opinion says that it undermines the sanctity of marriage. Paul Kirby, family solicitor from QualitySolicitors Lockings says: “The Law Commission recently published a consultation which seeks the views as to whether couples should be free to…
Flemingate Development:Locals Express Concerns Over Planning Application
Developers of the Flemingate site in Beverley have submitted an application to East Riding of Yorkshire Council for change of use for one of the new Units. Andy Maw who runs Crumbs Deli next to the site told HU17.net: “As far as we know food outlets were never part of the original application. When notified of this we quickly raised our concerns.” “The unit in question is just a few…
Neil Bant Stands for St. Marys Ward Elections
My name is Neil Bant, I am thirty six, married with two children and have lived in the Beverley area for 19 years. I was educated at Beverley Grammar School, gained my degree in Hull and now work for KC. Athletics is my sport and I am a member of Beverley Athletic Club whom I have represented locally and nationally. I am standing in these local elections because I wish…
Discreet Diner is Charmed by the Siam Star
Discreet Diner and two companions headed for the Siam Star restaurant on Lairgate, having heard it had changed hands and had a complete refurbishment. As we approached, we shared grim recollections from many years ago when we had visited this building…which was also a Thai restaurant – but I am delighted to report that this place is nothing like it was under previous ownership. What a delight it is now…
Disappointing Result for Beverley Braves
Beverley Braves were not fired up for this game like the previous week but still fought hard against old rivals East Hull. The home side managed to break free in the early minutes down the right wing but Harry Gray saved a certain try with a perfect tackle that wrapped up the player and ball. He continued this impressive tackling throughout the match. Braves struggled to get out their own…
East Riding Has Best Bin Collection Service in UK
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s bin collections have been voted the best in the country. The council’s kerbside collections of the blue, brown and green bins have just been awarded Best Overall Performer in England by the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE). Councillor Stephen Parnaby OBE, leader of the council, said: “Every week our collection teams empty up to a quarter of a million bins across an area of…
Living Faith Library Brings Religion to Life
Students from East Riding College found out about a wide range of religions at a “living faith library” as part of a fortnight of special events. They were able to talk to followers of eight faiths as part of the “Enjoy and Achieve Fortnight”, with the religions represented being Buddhism, Christianity, Sikhism, Hindu, Quakers, Mormonism, Islam and Judaism. The events, one each at the Bridlington and Beverley campuses, were a…
Take Part Swimathon 2011 @ Beverley Leisure Centre
Swimmers in the East Riding, who would like to help raise money for charity, are invited to take part in the 2011 Swimathon, a national fundraising event for Marie Curie Cancer Care and the Swimathon Foundation. Events are taking place at leisure centres in Beverley, Bridlington, Driffield, Haltemprice, Hornsea and Withernsea between Friday, 8 and Sunday, 10 April. The event is the world’s biggest fundraising swim and offers the perfect…
Fashion Display of Students’ Work @ The Treasure House
A collection of fashions by East Riding students goes on display at the Treasure House, Beverley from 15 February. The outfits have been made from pre-worn clothing, including from charity shops, to show how to give garments a new lease of life. The fashions will be entries submitted by students at East Riding College and Bishop Burton College as part of the council’s competition to highlight the 3,000 tonnes of…
Burns Does the Trick as Barrel Hammer Leven
Barrel Walkington comprehensively beat Leven at Longcroft School 5- 1 thanks to a fine hat-trick from Oli Burns. Burns claimed three while Mike Thompsons and Lewis Palin were also on target for the Barrel Walkington. Skipper Mike Stansfield was full of praise for Palin who scored with a volley from 30 yards out. Final score Barrel Walkington 5 Leven 1 Photos by Paul Linton: Click on the thumbnail picture below…
Bandits Beaten by Just One Point at Beaver Park
The Beverley Bandits were beaten at home by Riding Vikings at Beaver Park. The game was a close affair with the Vikings coming out as winners 17 points to 18. Photos by Paul Linton: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1203] Photos by Paul Linton: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Inter Triumph in Fiery Beverley Derby
Inter beat the Colts in their own back yard 2 – 1 thanks to a second-half Adam Foster penalty. The Humber Colts suffered their first defeat of the season as Inter Beaver travelled across the tracks to take part in a fiery local derby that saw three players sent off. Match official John Curry faced a tough challenge, although he deserves a lot of credit for keeping the game moving….
Millionaires Evening @ The Beverley Arms Hotel
Molescroft Primary School held their Millionaires Evening at the Beverley Arms Hotel. The casino themed night was provided and manned by the Beverley Lions with Roulette and Black Jack amongst the games played. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=1201] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size