East Riding of Yorkshire Council has received positive feedback from the taxi trade and people who were out celebrating over the festive season for the ‘Get Home Safe Tonight’ taxi campaign.
Pauline Greenwood hosted a gathering for members of the Beverley and Holderness Conservative Party at Burton Mount. Those there enjoyed a Canapés and drinks at the Michelin Star Bed & Breakfast on the outskirts of Beverley. [nggallery id=1937]
Planning applications have been submitted for two proposed housing developments in the North of Beverley near to Driffield Road and also on Woodhall Way. Back in July of this year around 150 residents’ (there are 6000 in the Molescroft parish) turned out as a show of force at a Molescroft Parish Council meeting to voice their concerns over plans to build new homes on what is widely regarded as green…
I am delighted to have this opportunity to wish everyone the compliments of the season. As Chairman of the Council, it has been a privilege to visit many areas of the East Riding of Yorkshire and meet many people of all ages and from different walks of life. I have been overwhelmed by the commitment of so many individuals and organisations that work tirelessly to make the area in which…
Twas the Night before Christmas By Clement Moore Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads. And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in…
Queuing in a busy shop in Beverley the other day, I overheard someone say they would, “Be pleased when Christmas is over.” It’s such a shame, don’t you think, that the run up to Christmas has become something which many people endure rather than enjoy. I can appreciate, however, the pressure to prepare and to try to fit everything in as well as doing all the things we normally do….
Pupils from Swinemoor Primary School held a short coral concert at the Tesco store in Beverley. Although they were collecting money from shoppers the main reason for the performance was to give the chance for the children to perform in public. [nggallery id=1930]
Hull Trinity House Old Boys’ Association held their 29th Annual Dinner Dance at the Lairgate Hotel. Beverley around 50 people were there to enjoy the night that included a dinner dance. The school was founded in 1787 and was the oldest Navigation School in the world and prepared pupils for a life at sea, many of whom became Masters of ships of various sizes and plied their trade all over…
As Mayor of Beverley this year I have been never more so proud to represent you all. This year my Consort Thomas and I have visited many community groups, churches, residential homes and schools and it has never ceased to amaze us how community spirited and caring people of the town are. We have been so well received no matter where we have been. Recently i was invited to the…
HU17.net Magazine Issue 74 is available from Molescroft News Woodhall Way and features pictures from the following; Millers Christmas Carol Concert Fashion From Sugarbird Boutique Beverley High School Carol Concert Footballers Reunited Festive Hair styles From El Turco Old Boys Christmas Dinner [nggallery id=1928]
Tens of thousands of people descended on Beverley last Sunday in spite of the damp and cold weather. The Festival is one of the highlights of the year and in many ways heralds the start of Christmas. As always the sight of reindeer pulling Santa on his sleigh through the town excited both adults and children alike and as John Bird said, to see the expressions of wonder and delight…
Beverley Town have moved to within seven points of Humber Premier League leaders Sculcoates Amateurs’ with a 4 – 2 win over Hessle Rangers at the Norwood Recreation Ground. Town fell behind after a freak own goal though turned the result around claiming all three points. Beverley Town can sit back and enjoy Christmas at the top end of the table; they do not play again in the Humber Premier…
Longcroft School and Performing Arts College School held their annual Carol Concert in St Mary’s Church on Thursday 15th December. Taking part were members of the school orchestra, singers and Gospel Choir. Festive readings were given by members of staff, including Mr Ian O’Donnell, who read celebrated his first Christmas at Longcroft by reading “The Nativity”. Everyone at Longcroft School wishes readers of HU17.net a very merry Christmas and peaceful New…
Beverley High School held their Christmas carol concert at Beverley Minster. There was standing room only in Beverley’s most well venue as hundreds gathered to enjoy the concert. [nggallery id=1917]
Fantasia Legends fancy dress shop of Ladygate, Beverley has pulled in a favour. Would you believe us if we were to tell you that Santa, yes the man himself, called in to Fantasia in June looking for a Hawaiian skirt to take on his summer holiday? Well he did, and of course we helped him out, so in return he will be dropping in to say hello to the local…
Imagine the scene, wintry December morning, bright blue skies, North York Moors covered in a layer of white frosting, freezing temperatures, mince pies, hot chocolate, carol singers and a train belching out steam in anticipation of a journey crammed full of excited Rainbow Guides eager for a glimpse of Santa. Saturday 10th December was the day when Rainbows from Beverley Division (1st Cherry Burton, 1st Leconfield & 1st Beverley Minster)…
Humberside Police are appealing for information following an incident on Burden Road, Beverley between 1030hrs and 1905hrs on Tuesday 06 December 2011. An unknown person has entered the unoccupied property via an insecure door and stole: An Xbox 360 with two controllers A gold band ring with three medium diamonds inside Four small gold charms. They then left the property in an unknown direction. To your presents are kept safe…
East Riding College has joined forces with a local charity to cook up a tasty treat in time for Christmas. The College has teamed up with Age UK East Riding to produce a new cookery book with a healthy eating theme. All the proceeds from the sale of the book, which features 31 recipes over 36 pages, will go towards funding the charity’s work in helping older people in the…