The choice between a private car and public transport is a question that worries many Yorkshire residents. After all, life in Yorkshire is a unique combination of the rhythm of big cities with the incredible nature of national parks and picturesque rural landscapes. The comfort of everyday life, costs and even the quality of leisure often depend on the mode of transport. So which option is better?
Free programme of learning sessions to mark Safeguarding Week
A programme of free online sessions is now available to mark Safeguarding Week, which begins on Monday 16 June.
Partners from Safeguarding Adults Boards, Safeguarding Children Partnerships and Community Safety Partnerships across Hull, North Yorkshire, the City of York Council, and East Riding of Yorkshire Council have come together and developed an extensive programme of learning events, seminars and interactive sessions.
East Riding poetry festival returns to the High Wolds and is calling for submissions on the theme of ‘connections’
The High Wolds Poetry Festival, to be held at Kilham Village Hall on Saturday 27 September, is calling for submissions, with this year’s theme being ‘connections’.
For the first time, the festival will be held in Kilham, after being held in North Dalton in previous years. The roving festival will now rotate across Wolds villages in upcoming years, bringing poetry to a range of locations.
East Riding Libraries to celebrate PRIDE this June
This June, East Riding Libraries will proudly celebrate PRIDE with a vibrant lineup of events designed to bring creativity, inclusivity, and storytelling into the heart of local communities.
East Riding Libraries have partnered with local author, Chris Turnbull, and artist, Rachel Anderson, to bring fun and inclusive events into local libraries, encouraging artistic expression and PRIDE in our identities.
Compost giveaways prove as popular as ever with East Riding residents
Free compost giveaways proved as popular as ever with East Riding residents queueing up to collect bags.
Eight events were held across the area in May where East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s waste and recycling team handed out 5,000 bags of compost.
Concrete barrier to be installed outside school in Driffield as preventative measure
A concrete barrier is to be installed on a road outside a Driffield school to help ensure the safety of pupils, staff and families.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is due to place the temporary barrier along Northfield Road outside Driffield Northfield Infant School.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens to host ‘summer of fun’
Sewerby Hall gardens and zoo are hosting a variety of exciting events and activities for the whole family during the summer holidays. This includes puppet shows, magic and face painting, immersive story telling adventures, and weekly Wildcats activities.
Sewerby Hall will celebrate Yorkshire Day on Friday 1 August. There will also be a family fun day with bouncy slides and bubbles on Sunday 3 August, followed by zoo activities, and Car club gatherings on Sunday 6 July, Sunday 10 and 17 August. Additionally, the ICONIC BRICKS Pirates! Exhibition will launch on Friday 22 August.
Run With It Charity sees massive increase in work with special education schools
A charity which improves core educational skills in both Maths and English has recorded a huge increase in the work they do with special schools.
Run With It – who recently launched a new Patron’s Scheme to secure vital funding for their ongoing work across the Humber region – also develops essential life skills that go beyond the classroom walls.
East Riding Schools: Breaking barriers to boost attendance
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is encouraging parents and carers to seek support for any concerns about their child’s school attendance.
East Riding schools are dedicated to making sure every child attends school happily and ready to learn. Working closely with families and services they can help reduce any barriers to learning, and support improved attendance.
Residents urged to report dog fouling caught on Ring doorbells
East Riding residents are being urged to report incidents of dog fouling caught on video or witnessed in person, and for dog owners to be responsible and clean up after their animals.
Dog fouling degrades the local environment and can cause infections for people, dogs and other animals. Residents should ‘bag it and bin it’ and clean up after dogs responsibly.
Bishop Burton College marks 70 years of agricultural and equine excellence with Stock Skills showcase
Students shone with a display of talent, dedication and industry excellence at Bishop Burton College’s flagship Stock Skills event.
The competition showcases the specialist knowledge and practical skills of the college’s agriculture and equine students.
Mural by Beverley Artist Unveiled at Hessle Country Park
A mural has been unveiled at the pedestrian access tunnel to Hessle Country Park, to improve the visual amenity of the area and reduce the likelihood of further graffiti.
The project has been funded by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner and East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Beverley skin doctor to talk at national psychodermatology conference
A Beverley skincare specialist and director of an industry networking organisation has organised a conference to explore psychodermatology, neurocosmetics and wellbeing.
In her capacity as director, research and innovation pillar for Cosmetics Cluster UK Ltd (CCUK), Dr Katerina Steventon will chair and speak at the one-day ‘Bringing Psychodermatology into Personal Care’ conference in Liverpool on 10th September.
DadFest 2025 a huge success at South Cliff Holiday Park
The first-ever DadFest Yorkshire, held at South Cliff Holiday Park, was a huge success bringing together dads, father figures, and their children for a weekend of unforgettable outdoor fun, bonding, and adventure.
Organised by The Dads Network CIC in partnership with East Riding of Yorkshire Council, the award-winning festival made its Yorkshire debut with a packed programme of activities, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Bridlington coast.
Race the Waves returns to Bridlington
Race the Waves, an internationally recognised vintage motoring spectacular, will bring high-octane drag racing back to Bridlington’s South Bay next month.
Organised by Backfire, in conjunction with East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Visit East Yorkshire, the hugely popular event, which first took place in 2018, will see an array of vintage vehicles racing in pairs along a 200-yard course along the beach.
Refugees in the East Riding given cycle training and bikes in award-winning project
More refugees have received cycle training and refurbished bikes thanks to an award-winning project helping them get around the East Riding.
A group of 16 new residents took part in the latest two-day Refugee Cycle Project held at East Riding Leisure Beverley by East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s road safety team.
Professionals step up for justice in Hull’s first Legal Walk
The Hull Incorporated Law Society and The University of Hull have joined forces to step up for justice by organising Hull’s first Legal Walk in aid of the Access to Justice Foundation.
Due to take place on Wednesday 4 June, the Legal Walk will see legal professionals and their families and friends walk 10k to raise funds for legal agencies who offer free advice to those who need it most.
Councillor Liam Dealtry elected as new chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Councillor Liam Dealtry has been elected as the new chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council following the authority’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Councillor Dealtry, who has been vice chairman for the last year, has served for six years as an Independent councillor representing the Bridlington Central and Old Town ward on East Riding of Yorkshire Council.