Beverley body-builder Paul Lock says he’s “absolutely buzzing” after clinching a superb second place in the National Amateur Body-Building Association finals last weekend. Paul, 37, of Grovehill Road, saw off the cream of Britain’s body-builders in Southport to earn himself qualification for the world-renowned Mr Universe competition. It rounds off more than five months of the most intense training possible, which saw him shed more than three stone and push…
Football Marathon Raises £900
Students and staff from East Riding College have raised more than £900 for charity by taking part in a 12-hour football marathon. Twenty-seven players in four teams kicked off at 9am yesterday at the all-weather pitch at Longcroft School and Performing Arts College, in Burton Road, Beverley, and the final whistle blew at 9pm. The marathon fundraiser was organised by engineering tutor Glenn Jensen. He said: “Everyone started off really…
Matthew Graham – Happy 18th
Friends and family of Matthew Graham celebrated what would have been the young mans 18th birthday with a night of live entertainment at the Beverley Memorial Hall. The event was organised by Matt’s five sisters; Nic, Ali, Fiona, Helen, Sophie, along with Matt’s best friends; Luke, Harry, Sam and Elliott. Local bands, DJs and MCs volunteered their time to play for the event. Volunteer door staff also spared their time…
Beverley’s French Connection
A Beverley youth worker hopes sharing knowledge with a French counterpart can lead to a greater understanding of Europe-wide issues affecting young people. Sue Dudill, Youth Volunteer Adviser and Youth In Action Promoter with CSV East Riding, has invited French Youth Adviser Denise Martin to Beverley as part of the European Union’s Youth in Action programme. Denise will job shadow Sue for the next two weeks with the aim of…
Salons Win Award for Fourth Year in a Row
East Riding College’s Inspire Hair and Beauty salons have won an industry award for health, safety and cleanliness for the fourth year in a row. The salons, at the College’s campuses in Bridlington and Beverley, have been accredited by the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA) and East Riding of Yorkshire Council following unannounced spot checks by health and safety inspectors. The nationally recognised award is given to clean salons…
Mucky Duck 2010
This year’s Mucky Duck 8½ mile race attracted a record entry and 229 runners completed the challenging multi-terrain course around Driffield last Sunday. Organised by Driffield Striders, the race was more windy than mucky this year, testing the athletes’ stamina even more on the tough, hilly course. Local running clubs were well represented and there was also a significant number from further afield in Yorkshire. With the Mucky Duck a…
3,000 Bishop Burton Students Contacted by Police
More than 3,000 Bishop Burton College students and employees are being contacted by police officers investigating the disappearance of Russell Bohling (18). Russell Bohling (18), from West Ella, near Hull, and also Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, was last seen by his family on Tuesday 02 March 2010. Russell is described as white, around 5ft 8ins tall, with a medium build and short, straight, brown coloured hair. He was last seen wearing…
Beverley Town CC 3rd XI Vs North Ferriby
Ben Fish hit a fine unbeaten century as Beverley Town 3rd XI earned a losing draw against North Ferriby in the Premier Division of the EYCA on Bank Holiday Monday. On a bowler-friendly pitch, North Ferriby made Beverley toil as they racked up an impressive 273-7 off their 48 overs. Nathan Judah his an unbeaten 97 for the visitors, while there were 50s for Simon Cooke and Scott Watkin. Pick…
Barges – Beverley Beck Barge Festival 2010
Pictures from the Beverley Beck of the Barges that and pleasure cruisers that were on display as part of the Beverley Barge Festival 2010 organised by the Beverley Barge Preservation Society. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=691] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
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Romans at Skidby Windmill
Children can enjoy a fun morning at Skidby Windmill on Friday, 4 June, where they can learn about the Romans and try out activities such as making Roman jewellery and pottery, write like a Roman (and learn a bit of Latin to impress friends), and make a cut-and -paste Roman granary. There will also be a chance to try on a toga. The workshop (10.30am – 12.30pm) is suitable for…
The Yorkshire Connection and Beyond
The Barnes Wallis Trust, together with the Royal Society and East Riding of Yorkshire Council, will be celebrating the 80th anniversary of the R.100 airship’s first transatlantic flight with a touring exhibition called ‘Barnes Wallis – The Yorkshire Connection and Beyond.’ The exhibition forms part of the Royal Society’s 350th anniversary celebrations with a national programme of events celebrating ‘Local Heroes.’ Sir Barnes Wallis was based at the Howden Airship…
Beverley Braves Vs Hull Isberg U12
The Beverley Braves came close to picking up a much needed home win though narrowly lost out to Hull Iseberg who won 20 – 16 at the Beverley Leisure Centre. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=690] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size
Beverley Leisure Centre Vs Medline’s Eleven
Beverley Leisure Centre played a fund raiser at Longcroft against Lee Medline’s side Medline Eleven. The game was played in aid of Breast Cancer and it is not the first time Tom Stannard and the lads from the Beverley Leisure Centre have pulled on their boots for charity. On the day the Leisure Centre side lost on the day 4 – 3 a good time was had by all. HU17.net…
Pennies From Heaven Form a Mile of Money
A fund raising group came up with an original fund raising idea for some much needed modernisation. Committee members of the St Paul’s Church, Tickton, invited members of the public to bring any spare change to the church for the fundraiser. The coins were then used to create a line of coins that covered a mile. The coins were laid out on the path all the way through the church…
More Funding for Road Repairs
The council is set to put in £2.25m to help repair the roads left in a poor condition following the cold weather experienced this winter. The highway network in the East Riding covers more than 3,300km (2000 miles) and supports over 26 million journeys a year. It is a vital part of the infrastructure on which the community and economy of the East Riding depend. During the last two winters,…
Boundless Spirit Wins the Brian Yeardley Continental
Boundless Spirit ridden by -R Ffrench won the Brian Yeardley Continental, Two Year Old Trophy Conditions Stakes at Beverley Racecourse. Boundless Spirit was ahead from the start and easily finshed ahead of the rest of the field. Watch the race online click here.
People Enjoy Racing @ Beverley Despite Bad Weather
Pictures from this afternoon at Beverley Racecourse which was full of life for the Brian Yeardley Continental meeting. Drizzle was unable to dampen a jubilant crowd spirits that created a great atmosphere at the Racecourse. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=687] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size