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MBE For Former Beverley High School Student

MBE For Former Beverley High School Student

January 1, 2022

A former Beverley High School student who works globally to help governments tackle challenges including pandemics, terrorism, corruption, war crimes and modern slavery has been awarded the MBE for services to international trade.

Helen Gibson, Managing Director of Agencia, credited her family and colleagues for their part in earning the honour, which recognises the company’s activities in some of the world’s trouble spots.

Remembrance 2021 – 140 Soldiers Across 30 Towns and Cities

Remembrance 2021 - 140 Soldiers Across 30 Towns and Cities

October 25, 2021

In the week leading up to Remembrance Day 2021, over 140 officers and soldiers of The Yorkshire Regiment will lay commemorative wreaths at war memorials in 30 towns across the region as well as parading on Remembrance Sunday, 14 November, in Hull; Barnsley, Huddersfield, Middlesbrough and York.

Campaign To Support Mental Health For The Armed Forces Community

Campaign To Support Mental Health For The Armed Forces Community

September 24, 2021

A new regional campaign to support the mental health of Armed Forces personnel and their families in Hull and East Yorkshire has begun.

The campaign highlights the range of mental health services that are available across the region for any person who serves or has served in the Armed Forces, and their families. It encourages those who are concerned about or struggling with their mental health to access the support available.

Councillor Nigel Wilkinson Elected As Chairman Of East Riding Of Yorkshire Council

Councillor Nigel Wilkinson Elected As Chairman Of East Riding Of Yorkshire Council

May 19, 2021

Councillor Nigel Wilkinson has been elected as the new chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council following the authority’s annual general meeting.

Councillor Wilkinson, who has served as vice chairman for the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, has been a councillor for the Howdenshire ward since his election in 2014.

Former Combat Medic Drives Inspiration At The DST

Former Combat Medic Drives Inspiration At The DST

November 25, 2019

The Defence School of Transport had the honour and pleasure of meeting Simon Harmer.

Simon joined the Army in 1997 as and for 16 years experienced a full and varied career as a Combat Medical Technician, deploying on operations to Iraq, Afghanistan and Bosnia.

New Exhibition At Treasure House Celebrates Working Hands

New Exhibition At Treasure House Celebrates Working Hands

October 18, 2018

A new exhibition portraying the skills and satisfaction of manual occupations is coming to The Treasure House, Beverley, on 10 November.

The creation of photographer Peter Barker, ‘Working Hands’ is a series of photographs which show how hand and mind are linked in skilled work, from bookbinding to sheepshearing, from hat making to dog grooming. The photographs suggest a connection between inner and outer worlds, between body and mind, and between thinking and doing.

Beauty From Chaos – Flower Show Pays Tribute To Armed Forces

Beauty From Chaos - Flower Show Pays Tribute To Armed Forces

August 7, 2018

SSAFA the Armed Forces Charity have joined forces with St. Mary’s Church in Beverley to stage a spectacular professionally designed Flower Festival called Beauty From Chaos.

Running from 9-12 August, the event created to Commemorate 100 years since the end of WWI, mark the Royal Air Force centenary and give thanks to those who have served.

Appeal Organiser Says Beverley is a Poppy Friendly Town

Appeal Organiser Says Beverley is a Poppy Friendly Town

November 3, 2017

Rod Evans, the Poppy Appeal Organiser for Beverley says that Beverley is a Poppy Friendly Town.

Mr. Evans, was speaking from their stall on Saturday Market where he and volunteers will be based for the next two weeks raising money for the Poppy Appeal.

GALLERY : Yorkshire Regiment Parade in Beverley

GALLERY : Yorkshire Regiment Parade in Beverley

June 30, 2017

Around a hundred soldiers marched through Beverley with bayonets fixed, colours flying and bands playing as they exercised their freedom rights.

Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion of The Yorkshire Regiment took part in the Freedom Parade on Friday, 30 June in Beverley led by commanding officer, Lieutenant Colonel Sam Humpris.

Yorkshire Regiment To Parade Through Beverley Ahead Of Deployment

Yorkshire Regiment To Parade Through Beverley Ahead Of Deployment

June 27, 2017

Over a hundred soldiers will march through Beverley and Bridlington with bayonets fixed, colours flying and bands playing as they exercise their freedom rights.

Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion of The Yorkshire Regiment will take part in the Freedom Parades on Friday, 30 June led by commanding officer, Lieutenant Colonel Sam Humpris.

Christian Aid Week : Sixty Years Old And Still Working Hard

Christian Aid Week : Sixty Years Old And Still Working Hard

April 25, 2017

Local supporters of Christian Aid are appealing to people in Beverley to give generously ahead of Christian Aid Week.

Taking place in May, Christian Aid is a scheme that was set up some years ago to aid people who lost everything due to conflict.

Remembrance Sunday – A Time To Reflect On What Others Gave For Us

Remembrance Sunday - A Time To Reflect On What Others Gave For Us

November 13, 2016

Remembrance Sunday in Beverley saw people from all walks of life come together to pay their respects to the men and women who have lost their lives while serving their country.

Wanted: Beverley People To Reunite Families With The Red Cross

Wanted: Beverley People To Reunite Families With The Red Cross

September 23, 2016

The British Red Cross in Beverley are asking for local people to raise funds for its urgent appeal to reunite families torn apart by wars and disasters.

Colonel Rob Peacock Stands Down For The Final Time

Colonel Rob Peacock Stands Down For The Final Time

June 3, 2016

Staff and Students at the Defence School of Transport have said farewell to their Commandant, Colonel Rob Peacock.

Beverley Town Council Back Track Fitness and Boxing Club

Beverley Town Council Back Track Fitness and Boxing Club

May 20, 2016

Beverley Town Council has voted in favour of pledging their support to Track Fitness and Boxing Club.

The motion which was put forward by Councillor Dominic Peacock at their last meeting and was deferred pending further information from East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

BUSINESS : Supermarket Supremo To Inspire Yorkshire International Business Convention

BUSINESS : Supermarket Supremo To Inspire Yorkshire International Business Convention

April 3, 2015

The former chair of supermarket giant Morrisons will head the bill at this year’s Yorkshire International Business Convention.

Legal Firm Hires Former Bomb Technician To Run New Beverley Office

Legal Firm Hires Former Bomb Technician To Run New Beverley Office

March 3, 2015

A former bomb disposal expert will now be defusing civil disputes in his role at a leading Yorkshire law firm, which is opening a new office in a busy market town.

Charity Wins Award For Support Of Armed Forces

Charity Wins Award For Support Of Armed Forces

November 19, 2014

An educational charity has been officially recognised by the Government for its commitment to the country’s Armed Forces.

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