As we approach mid-January, NHS East Riding of Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is urging local residents to have their say on the future of urgent care services before the consultation closes on 17 January 2017.
New Cultural Programme Launches For Hull’s Museums And Art Gallery
A programme of exhibition and events hosted by Hull’s well known museums and Ferens Art Gallery has been launched to compliment the first season of the UK City of Culture 2017.
With talks by famous historians, national experts, writers and broadcasters Hull’s museums and art gallery will bring a wealth of expert knowledge to the city.
Popular Harry Potter Event Returns To Beverley in February
The wizarding world of Harry Potter will be coming to 14 libraries the East Riding including Beverley for a very special event next month.
Harry Potter Book Night will be held at Beverley Library on Thursday 2 February, promising a magical hour of activities, readings and games exploring the adventures of the young sorcerer.
HULL : Parents Urged To Apply For Primary School Places
Parents and carers in Hull have until Monday 16 January 2017 to apply for a full-time primary school place for their child starting school in September 2017.
Anyone with a child born between 1 September 2012 and 31 August 2013 can apply online, our preferred way, for up to three schools via the council’s website www.hullcc.gov.uk or via the paper application form.
Beavers Look To Make It Fours Wins On The Spin Against Keighley
Beverley RUFC will be looking to make it four wins in a row when they entertain Keighley at Beaver Park in the 2.15PM kick off.
The Beavers go into the Norther Division clash in good form that saw them end 2016 with a run of three wins.
Cherry Burton Cricket Club Extend Training Ahead Of New Season
Cherry Burton Cricket Club indoor cricket training & fitness will resume at Sirius Academy North, Hall Road, Hull (opposite Tesco) from 7-9PM each week starting Monday 16 January.
New Club Chairman, Ashley Godber who will be hoping to rediscover the form that saw him enjoy a ten wicket haul back in 2010 as he looks to make Cherry Burton a force in local cricket again.
Michael Van Gerwen Signs For The Ship Inn Darts Team
World number one Michael Van Gerwen has been signed up by the Ship Inn at Dunswell to play for them next season.
Shawn ‘Speedy’ Kemp finally got Van Gerwen to put pen to paper and agreed a one year deal that will see the current World Champion join the side who compete in top flight of Beverley Darts League
Beverley Town Return To Action With Home Game Against Chalk Lane
Beverley Town Football Club return to Humber Premier League action after the winter break with home game against Chalk Lane.
Chalk Lane who are placed third in the Humber Premier League will provide a big test for Rich Jagger’s side who have enjoyed mixed results in recent times.
Collins Will Cause Town Some Worries Says Stew Scott
Beverley Town’s Stew Scott says the return of Gary Collins to the Norwood Recreation Ground with new club Chalk Lane will cause Town some ‘worries’ on the field.
Collins who parted company with club following an incident behind closed doors with Ed Grady in summer is set to line up against his former side in what will be a be an emotional return.
Icy Conditions On The Roads – Drivers Urged To Take Extra Care
Drivers in the East Riding are being urged to take extra care as temperatures drop below freezing, causing potentially icy conditions on the roads.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s gritting lorries will be out treating the precautionary road network with rock salt from 5pm this evening before temperatures plummet overnight, in some areas dropping to -4’C.
Hull Welcomes Rise In Tourist Visits
Hull’s civic and cultural leaders have welcomed a rise in day visits to the city, following the release of national figures from VisitBritain.
Hull has also been named as the number one place to visit during 2017, along with the World Athletics Championships, New Hadrian’s Cavalry exhibition and ICC Champions Trophy.
Challenge Yourself In 2017 With The Red Cross Three Peaks Challenge
Banish those January blues by signing up for a beautiful trek through Yorkshire’s finest countryside for charity this summer.
Registration for the British Red Cross’ annual Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge event is now open.
MP Urges Residents To Have Their Say Over Hospital Closures
Local MP Graham Stuart is urging residents to have their say over plans to shake up how heath care is administered in the area.
East Riding Clinical Commissioning Group are currently holding consultation to decide which Minor Injury Units they will close as they look stream line services in the area.
Get The Ball Rolling With Your New Year Fitness Resolution
If getting fit is one of your New Year’s resolutions but you are worried that your age or mobility may be an obstacle then why not have a go at walking netball?
Over the coming weeks walking netball sessions will re-start at leisure centres across the East Riding including Beverley from Monday 9 January, from 12noon to 1PM.
EweMove Beverley Named Best Branch At National Awards
After a very successful year of rapid growth local estate agents, EweMove, are ending the year on a high after Jane and Roland Peck’s Beverley office has been recognised as the best branch within the nationwide network of EweMove estate agents.
Following a 20 months of hard the couple who started a business after they looked for a change of direction say they have never looked back and have enjoyed enormous success since opening.
Beverley Westwood Lions Express Their Thanks To Runners & Marshalls
Beverley Westwood Lions have issued a statement thanking those who braved the elements to participate in their annual fun run on New Year’s Day.
In all just short of 150 people took part in the event that offered runners a chance to tackle one of two courses around Beverley.
Headlands School Opens A Window On The World Of Work For Students
Headlands School has launched its very own window on the world of work, thanks to a grant from the Bridlington Renaissance Partnership, which secured funds from the national Coastal Communities Team initiative.
Students can use new touch-screen technology in the school to find out more about career pathways, local opportunities for employment and training and how local employers are looking to bolster their workforce for the future.
Parkway Cinema To Show Highly Acclaimed The Eagle Huntress
The Eagle Huntress follows Aisholopan, a 13-year-old girl, as she trains to become the first female in twelve generations of her Kazakh family to become an eagle hunter, and rises to the pinnacle of a tradition that has been handed down from father to son for centuries.
Set against the breathtaking expanse of the Mongolian steppe, The Eagle Huntress features some of the most awe-inspiring cinematography ever captured in a documentary, giving this intimate tale of a young girl’s quest the dramatic force of an epic narrative film.