Local News

It's a tail-wagging moment for East Yorkshire as two independent businesses have secured their spots in the finals of the esteemed national Dog Friendly Awards, set to take place in London later this month. Beverley's Oh My Dog and South Cave's Gallipots will be flying the flag for East Yorkshire, having both been shortlisted in recognition of their exceptional dog-friendly services at the Dog Friendly Awards, which are due to Read more

Humber Forest has planted its first trees of the new tree planting season, last week, with over 1,000 saplings planted at sites across the region. The trees were planted in a range of projects across the county, including at a primary school in Skidby, and farmland in Goole and Holderness. The volunteers educated the children at Skibdy Primary School on the essential role trees play in preserving our local environment, Read more

East Riding's free outdoor public access wi-fi has been expanded to five new locations. Following additional funding from the UK government via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, coverage is now live in central areas of Cottingham, Driffield, Hessle, Snaith, and an expansion of coverage in Bridlington, including parts of Bridlington Old Town. The scheme is part of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council's Smart County Programme and contributes to the Read more

The Fantastic for Families Awards is an annual programme open to UK-based cultural organisations or cultural activity organisers who provide creative opportunities, activities, or initiatives for families and older people. This year’s shortlist for the Fantastic for Families Awards, organized by Family Arts Campaign, showcases the real innovation, creativity and impact made by cultural opportunities in the UK. The 2024 shortlist recognises and celebrates the achievements of family arts professionals, Read more

Anti-bullying week runs from Monday 11 to Friday 15 November. Children and young people across East Riding will be taking part in learning, activities and assemblies that focus on this year’s theme of Choose Respect. Odd Socks Day is taking place on Tuesday 12 November, with adults and children being encouraged to wear odd socks to celebrate what makes us all unique. The Anti-Bullying Alliance are the official organisers of the week, Read more

The economic boost to be delivered by devolution has moved another step closer as council leaders have brought 22 business leaders together to form Hull and East Yorkshire’s new business board. They will support and advise the development of the Hull and East Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority’s economic priorities, including delivery of a £400 million investment fund. The leaders of Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council, councillor Read more

A five-mile stretch of the A1079 Beverley bypass will be closed for two nights while the contraflow system is changed. Closures were originally planned for up to four nights between Monday October 7 and Thursday October 17 but have been pushed back. The A1079 will now shut between 7pm and 5am on Wednesday October 23 and Thursday October 24. The road is being closed "in order for the workforce to Read more

Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance is pleased to announce that NHS Humber Health Partnership is to take part in the colorectal cancer vaccine trial (BNT122-01). Specialist cancer teams at Castle Hill Hospital in Cottingham will soon offer fast-tracked access to a personalised cancer vaccine for a small number of eligible patients. Personalised cancer vaccines work by preparing a person’s immune system to recognise and destroy cancer cells and reduce Read more

Alterations include route renumbering and more buses on some services East Yorkshire Buses has announced a series of significant updates to its bus services, which will take effect from next month. In response to customer feedback, these changes are designed to simplify routes, improve reliability and provide more frequent services to passengers across Hull and surrounding areas. The changes come into force on Sunday, November 10. The updates also include Read more