The popular young people’s music event, ‘Let’s Rock’, returns on Saturday, 22 January at the Royal Hall, Bridlington Spa, at 6pm. The event showcases the work of young bands, groups and solo performers from across the East Riding and Hull. Over 100 young people of all ages and abilities will be sharing their music.

Pepperells Solicitors Invest In Life Lifesaving Defibrillators
The rapidly growing law firm, which has offices in Beverley, East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East, is pleased to announce that they have invested in two defibrillators.
These will be placed in their Hull and Grimsby offices, meaning that all Pepperells locations are now within a 0.3 mile radius of lifesaving equipment.

Take Time Out And Reconnect On Brew Monday
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is encouraging residents to take time out of their day to reconnect with people over a cuppa as part of Brew Monday on 17 January.
Brew Monday is all about taking some time out of your day to stop and give yourself some time and engage in meaningful conversation with friends, family or maybe even your neighbour.

Citizens Advice Hull & East Riding Seek Volunteers
Citizens Advice Hull & East Riding is calling for volunteers of all backgrounds to deliver advice and support to local people.
The charity is launching a January appeal for new recruits who can give their time to help people struggling with housing, benefits and employment issues.

Primary School Learning Resource Launched About Japanese Toys, Arts And Crafts
To accompany the popular exhibition, ‘Reflections of Japan in East Yorkshire’, which is still on display at Beverley Art Gallery, East Riding Museums have launched a new online learning resource for primary schools, all about Japanese toys, arts and crafts.
The video-based resource explores the fascinating world of Japanese culture and investigates the connection between Beverley Art Gallery and Japan.

MP Discusses GP Backlog Issue With Government Minister
Graham Stuart has asked about Government support for beleaguered GP services in his constituency following complaints from local residents about long waits and a lack of face-to-face appointments.
Waiting times for appointments have increased across the country as a result of the measures brought in to slow the spread of Covid-19 coupled with an increased demand for healthcare services.

Law Firm Bolsters Top-Ranked Commercial Property Team With New Associate
A specialist commercial property solicitor who worked across the north of England after graduating from the University of Hull has returned to the city as an Associate with leading law firm Rollits LLP.
Ruth Maltby-Sinkler graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Hull and, after gaining a Distinction at the University of Law in York, completed her training locally.

Jump Inc Agree Significant Sponsorship Deal With Beverley Town FC
Beverley Town Football Club is delighted to announce a significant sponsorship agreement with JUMP INC of Flemingate.
The agreement sees Jump Inc provide several discounts and incentives to players at the club as well as a significant financial contribution towards the club development fund. Jump inc has also provided winter Jackets to Beverley Town Saints under 11s, which provide the team with fantastic looking winter wear.

Good Performance Bad Result For Beavers Against Middlesbrough
Against a team heading the table with only two previous defeats this season and having amassed nearly 500 points this was always going to be a tough afternoon for Beverley, especially at a ground where in the past they have seldom enjoyed much success.
Nonetheless, it was a hard-fought and entertaining game played in a fine spirit. Up to halftime, there was very little in it but as the game wore on the superior physicality and powerful running of the home side eventually told.

Sign Up To A Dove House Event In January And Save Money
During the full month of January, Dove House is running a sale with up to 30% off the registration price for multiple events.
They hope supporters will sign up for these events during January and save money whilst supporting your local hospice.

Ceramic Artist In Beverley Hannah Billingham Wins Top Award
Hannah Billingham has been awarded Ceramic Artist of the Year, at the Corporate Live Wire Yorkshire Prestige Awards 2021/22.
The event took place at the prestigious Hazlewood Castle and is awarded based on nominations submitted to a panel of judges.

Beverley High School Headteacher Proud of Ofsted Recognition
A Beverley secondary school whose pupils “leave school very well prepared for life in modern Britain” has been judged as outstanding following a recent Ofsted inspection.
Ofsted inspectors visited Beverley High School in November and judged them to be outstanding in all areas which include the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management and sixth form provision.

Hidden: Cold War Women – New Treasure House Exhibition
The new exhibition at the Treasure House in Beverley, ‘Hidden: Cold War Women’, gives a glimpse into a lesser-known period of history, the Cold War.
The exhibition centres on photographic portraits of local women by artist Lee Karen Stow. Many of the women were members of the Royal Observer Corps or serving with the RAF. Some were involved with local authority Emergency Planning, whilst others were part of the peace moment.

Ideal Heating Announces State-of-the-art Training Centre For Renewable Energy
Hull-based Ideal Heating has announced a new, £1 million state-of-the-art training centre focusing on renewable energy.
Located at Wykeland Group’s Bridgehead business park in Hessle, East Yorkshire, the 15,000 sq ft training centre will open in spring 2022, and will welcome thousands of installers from across the UK to the region to learn new skills as the industry transitions from traditional gas boilers to greener alternatives.

MBE For Former Beverley High School Student
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.

Developer To Drive Filling Station Project After Winning Appeal And Costs Award
A developer is poised to press on with plans for a new filling station and shop in East Yorkshire after winning an appeal against refusal by the local planning authority.
Lovel Capital Projects, part of Lovel Property Holdings Ltd, was also awarded costs against East Riding of Yorkshire Council after a planning Inspector found the Council behaved unreasonably in dealing with the application.

Dunelm Superstore To Open With Festive Fanfare At Flemingate
The new Dunelm superstore at Beverley’s Flemingate centre will open this week with music, free food and drink, competitions and giveaways, and a visit from Father Christmas.
The UK’s No. 1 homewares retailer has taken over the former Debenhams department store to become Flemingate’s new anchor operator.

Christmas Storytimes In East Riding Libraries
East Riding Libraries are running special Christmas Storytimes for their younger visitors and their families.
The events are underway now and vary according to the venue and the date.