Dogger Bank Wind Farm has announced a £25million commitment to coastal communities in the North and North-East of England, developing a long-term legacy for the world-leading renewable energy project.
The commitment includes funding projects in East Riding of Yorkshire, Redcar and Cleveland and South Tyneside, to enhance STEM education, and help young people gain the skills and knowledge required to fulfil their potential in a net zero world.
Following a successful nomination process and Crowdfunder bid, the Hull and East Riding Green Party has formally announced its candidates who will be standing in July’s General Election.
East Riding Libraries are celebrating Make Music Day on Friday, 21 June 2024. Featuring a series of events and live music, residents will be able to get musical across the East Riding! With drop in events at libraries and singers popping up in towns across the county, it’s sure to be a day to remember.
Some of our events will include a singer in Little Weighton in partnership with the mobile library, and a Dolly Parton tribute singing her way around Driffield! On Saturday, 22 June, Beverley Folk Festival have partnered with Beverley Library to bring a selection of singers to the venue in the afternoon.
Councillor Linda Bayram has been elected as the new chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council following the authority’s annual general meeting.
Councillor Bayram, who has been vice chairman for the last year, has served for nine years as a Conservative councillor representing the Howdenshire ward on East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
UB40 featuring Ali Campbell has announced a date at Bridlington Spa on Monday 16 September 2024 celebrating the biggest songs from the UK’s most successful Reggae band of all-time.
One of the best things about living in this corner of Yorkshire is the abundance of spectacular coastlines on offer.
If you’re based in Beverley and the surrounding area, then you’ll have a handful of amazing seaside towns to explore, each of which provides a slightly different experience.
East Yorkshire, with its picturesque landscapes and charming towns, is a hidden gem worth exploring. While there are various modes of transportation available, buses offer a unique and convenient way to immerse yourself in the beauty of this region. In this blog post, we will delve into the benefits of using buses to travel around East Yorkshire, uncovering the treasures that await you at every stop.
Travelling by bus in East Yorkshire ensures convenience like no other. With well-connected routes and frequent schedules, you can effortlessly navigate the region’s popular tourist locations. Whether you’re planning to visit the historic city of Beverley, the stunning beaches of Bridlington, or the serene countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds, buses provide a hassle-free and cost-effective means of transportation.
Children from Walkington School in East Yorkshire have designed and made greeting cards that will be sold alongside professional artists’ work in Beverley.
Taking place from the town’s Flemingate shopping centre, the 10-week learning programme is run by the educational charity Run With It.
One-third of East Riding’s 12 to 18-year-olds have tried a vaporizer and one in ten regularly vape, according to a survey of vaping use conducted among young people.
Efforts are now being made by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council to discourage young people from becoming vapers.
Residents in Beverley can continue to explore East Yorkshire and further afield until June for just £2 after the government announced an extension to cap single bus fares.
To implement a fare cap on over 130 operators outside London, the Government is investing up to £75 million as part of its ‘Help for Households Campaign’.
A ceremony to award the winners of the East Riding Festival of Words Poetry Competition 2022 will be held this week.
On Friday, 27 January, from 6pm to 8pm, North Bridlington Library will host an event celebrating the winning entries. It will be an opportunity to hear from the judges and listen to the winning entries at the Poetry Extravaganza. You can get tickets for this event for free right now.
STREAM events at East Riding Libraries focus on developing skills and interest in Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics for children and families. Learning through fun is the goal.
In the East Riding, several libraries will host events over the Christmas holidays:
A special concert will take place at Bridlington Spa on Sunday 9 July to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Bastille’s debut album Bad Blood.
The album includes the singles Overjoyed, Bad Blood, Flaws, Pompeii, Laura Palmer, Things We Lost in the Fire and Oblivion. Producer Mark Crew and band leader Dan Smith recorded the album in London.
Skydive GB Parachute Club near Bridlington will host this month’s National Championships in Accuracy for 2022 in East Yorkshire. The event marks the return of a national competition in skydiving to the county.
As a result of last year’s successful return of the National Championships to the area, sporting legends from across the country and even around the world are expected to descend on the club for another year of competition.
