In the week leading up to Remembrance Day 2021, over 140 officers and soldiers of The Yorkshire Regiment will lay commemorative wreaths at war memorials in 30 towns across the region as well as parading on Remembrance Sunday, 14 November, in Hull; Barnsley, Huddersfield, Middlesbrough and York.
Arco Donates PPE To HEY Smile Foundation
Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has donated over £50,000 worth of personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies to the HEY Smile Foundation, a leading local charity working with organisations in the health and community support sectors.
This PPE will be distributed to local groups and charitable organisations across Hull and East Yorkshire and will help support some of the most vulnerable people in society ahead of the challenging winter period.
New Electric Minibus Is Positive Step In Fighting Climate Change
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has taken delivery of its first fully electric-powered minibus.
The green, zero-emissions minibus will be used by the council’s transportation team for taking children to schools in the area.
Hullywood – Why The Film Industry Has Taken A Shine To Hull
The cobbled streets and historic buildings of Hull’s Old Town were recently the backdrops for Enola Holmes 2 – the next instalment of the hit Netflix franchise.
Enola Holmes 2 was the latest in a string of productions to have been shot in Hull following the likes of The Personal History of David Copperfield and ITV’s Victoria.
YORSwitch October Auction Update
In the YORSwitch October auction suppliers were unable to bid below, or indeed close to, the Ofgem price cap, so there was no winning bid on this occasion.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s YORSwitch team is now in an unusual situation, where its best advice is to not switch to a fixed tariff but roll on to the price cap when your current deal ends.
Hull’s Jake Connor Named in Rugby League Top 50 – Calls Union ‘Too Boring’
The 2021 Super League season has come to an end, and pollsters have started putting together their ‘top’ lists based on the action.
Featuring prominently in a number of rundowns were players representing Hull FC and Hull KR, and of those it was Jake Connor who came out amongst the most highly rated, despite him missing out on a place in the England squad.
Green Cleaning Company Strikes Gold At Prestigious Manufacturing Awards
Hull-based green cleaning company Bio-D has been announced as the winner of a prestigious award for energy and sustainability at a major regional manufacturing awards ceremony.
The Make UK Manufacturing Awards recognises the achievements of companies from across the North East, Yorkshire and the Humber. The winners of each category now go on to the National Manufacturing Awards Ceremony which will be held in London in January.
How To Increase Your Chances To Make A Profit In Online Casinos
Casinos online are becoming more and more popular as the gambling industry is still booming.
However, it is a highly volatile industry, which means that you can make a lot of money or lose it all overnight. With this in mind, you should not choose to gamble online without first considering the best online casinos to play at.
6 Things You Should Have In Mind If You’re About To Start Your Own Business
Starting your own business can be a very scary and exciting thing to do. The day you quit the 9-5 job is one that most people never forget, but it’s important to remember that there are many things you need to take into consideration before doing so.
More Foster Parents Needed Across Yorkshire
With the number of children needing foster care continuing to rise, a Beverley fostering agency, Orange Grove Fostercare is encouraging people to consider opening up their home to a child in care.
According to the Fostering Network, the UK’s leading fostering charity, 900 foster families are needed across Yorkshire.
Boost For Local Pig Farmers Following Lobbying By Graham Stuart
MP Graham Stuart has thanked pig farmers in his constituency for their hard work to make him aware of the litany of problems facing their industry, including labour and CO2 shortages.
Across the country, the industry has been experiencing workforce shortages of approximately 10-15%, while a reduction in exports to China thanks to Covid-19 outbreaks at processing plants has compounded problems as repurposing pigs for the domestic market requires significantly more butchery.
Try Something New With Unity In Community’s Free Craft, Fitness And Wellbeing Classes
Unity in Community is offering free craft, fitness and wellbeing classes from September to December 2021.
Ranging from Boxercise to Christmas crafts this is an opportunity to try something new, meet other people, practice self-care, or get creative.
Maritime Project Launches Small Community Grant Fund
A grant scheme designed to engage local residents through exploring Hull’s maritime story has been unveiled.
The Hull Maritime project has launched its first round of micro and small grants supporting community groups and freelancers.
The Made In East Yorkshire Christmas Market Coming To Beverley
Visit East Yorkshire are delighted to announce that a brand-new Christmas market is coming to Beverley!
Taking place from Monday 13 to Friday 17 December, ‘The Made in East Yorkshire Christmas Market’ will celebrate the very best produce that East Yorkshire’s local businesses have to offer.
It’s Not All Doom And Gloom For First Time Buyers
A local young professional has become the proud owner of an apartment at The Glass House in Hull.
Alex Mills, 30, has purchased a one-bedroom balcony apartment, overlooking Queen’s Gardens, which is also set for a £7m facelift.
Selby Pile On The Points As They Are Too Strong For Beverley
Beverley is currently going through a period of transition, having lost a number of players due to the long layoff and also the loss of head coach Will Turnball in the week before the start of the season.
It is taking the players a while to adapt to the different styles of play introduced by the new head coach and this is resulting in a great deal of frustration for their supporters.
Humberside Police Appeal For Dash Cam Footage Following Incident in Beverley
Humberside Police are appealing to the public who may have dashcam footage of an incident to come forward.
Police have issued the appeal in relation to an incident that occurred on Hull Bridge Road last Saturday.
Wilberforce House Museum Launches 3D Virtual Tour On Anti-slavery Day 2021
Wilberforce House Museum can now be explored digitally thanks to a new 3D virtual tour. The 3D tour was launched on Anti-Slavery Day 2021.
The virtual tour will allow people to explore the birthplace of William Wilberforce on their phone or digital device and discover the story of the transatlantic slave trade and its abolition.