At about 3.40pm on Wednesday 30 April 2025 North Yorkshire Police received a report of a collision on a minor road between Coulton and Yearsley was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene His family have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers Prior to the collision the red Triumph was heading towards Hovingham in company with a blue Aprilia motorcycle which stopped at the scene "If you saw the motorcycles prior to the collision or witnessed the collision itself and have not yet spoken to police We are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who was in the area around the time of the collision who has a dashcam fitted to their vehicle Please email mcit@northyorkshire.police.uk or phone 101 and ask for DC 918 Ed Drake - quote reference 12250076547." This is the Coast is committed to providing a daily local news service for the Yorkshire Coast We are a small locally owned and operated business which employs professional journalists and reporters We do not receive any public funding or grants and we are entirely funded by our local commercial operations We enjoy fabulous support from local businesses who work with us on their advertising and marketing campaigns fact checked local news coverage is significant If you appreciate what This is the Coast does and would like to help support our journalism please consider supporting us on a monthly basis today A small contribution from all our readers would really help support independent journalism for the Yorkshire Coast As Saint Catherine's marks it's 40th anniversary the Scarborough based Hospice has teamed up with This is the Coast for the return of Bring a Pound to Work Day North Yorkshire's mayor says there will be improvements to the county's bus services this year An East Riding health director says Bridlington Hospital could be an ideal location for more minor operations to ease pressure on the NHS Passengers are reminded to plan ahead as essential upgrades on the Hull to Scarborough line will disrupt services through Driffield Teams will be carrying out crucial engineering work to Driffield’s Skerne Road level crossing to improve rail reliability and enhance safety for all users From 7am on Tuesday 28 January to 7am on Monday 3 February the road over the level crossing will be closed with diversion routes in place to allow teams to carry out a full renewal of the crossing and replace decades-old equipment Highlights of the work will include replacing the level crossing deck resurfacing the road and installing new level crossing barriers The barriers will lower and raise much faster shifting from outdated manual systems to modern electrical ones – benefiting both motorists and pedestrians Buses* will replace trains between Beverley and Bridlington / Scarborough in both directions from 7:30pm on Thursday 30 January until Monday 3 February An accessible shuttle bus** around the diversion will run every half an hour throughout the work with additional services during peak times The buses will run between Driffield station and the entrance to McLaren industrial estate providing a link around the level crossing scheme project manager for Network Rail’s Eastern region we will carry out essential upgrades on Driffield’s main road level crossing to enhance reliability and long-term safety for all users “We understand that the closure will cause disruption to the local community and we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause this work is critical as this ageing level crossing no longer has spare parts available making these upgrades vital for the future of the railway “We strongly encourage all passengers to check National Rail Enquiries or their train operator's website before travelling.” said: “We are advising all customers who will be travelling between Beverley and Scarborough to allow more time for their journeys while this essential work is taking place as rail replacement services will be running “This is an important project that will allow us to continue running a safe and reliable rail service for years to come and we’d like to thank everyone in advance for their patience.” For more information on the diversion route, please visit here From approximately 7:30pm on Thursday 30 January until the end of the day on Friday 31 January trains that normally run between Hull and Bridlington / Scarborough will run between Hull and Beverley only Buses will replace trains between Beverley and Bridlington / Scarborough For more information, please visit: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/engineering-works/hunmanby-20250130/ Trains that normally run between Hull and Bridlington / Scarborough will run between Hull and Beverley only For more information, please visit: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/engineering-works/beverley-hunmanby-20250201/ **Please find attached the shuttle bus timetable to grow and expand the nation's railway network to respond to the tremendous growth and demand the railway has experienced - a doubling of passenger journeys over the past 20 years East Riding residents can dig into some free garden goodness this spring as the council’s ever-popular compost giveaways return in May East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s waste and recycling team is set to distribute 5,000 free bags of compost—a whopping 60 tonnes in total—across eight giveaway events running from May 3 to May 17 Residents can head to their nearest event to pick up two bags of compost which will be loaded directly into their car boots by helpful council staff The eco-friendly compost is made entirely from the garden and food waste collected via East Riding’s brown bin recycling scheme and processed at the Biowise plant in Willerby “This is our way of saying thank you,” said Carl Skelton the council’s director of streetscene services “These events are a token of appreciation to residents for their fantastic ongoing support of our recycling efforts.” What goes in your brown bin goes back into your garden The compost is made from materials like grass cuttings and even leftovers—proving that waste really can work wonders Safety first: Residents are asked not to queue early as it may cause disruptions and result in being turned away The compost is ideal as a soil improver to enrich gardens just in time for the growing season and make your garden bloom—because when it comes to recycling East Riding of Yorkshire Council awarded Hull-based developers Hobson & Porter the £10.5m contract to demolish and rebuild the accommodation The sheltered housing scheme will have 32 one-bedroom apartments and eight two-bedroom apartments The three-storey building will be accessible for people with limited mobility and assistive technology installed throughout The apartments are equipped with the latest digital telecare and designed to facilitate future adaptations such as grab rails 10 per cent of the accommodation will be built for wheelchair users The new scheme will replace the old accommodation on the site as part of the council’s strategic plan for investment in its sheltered housing stock East Riding of Yorkshire Council has allocated more than £40m to replace or refurbish six sheltered housing schemes More than £7.8m of this will be provided by Homes England and £0.4m from the Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority brownfield housing fund with further funding bids to be submitted as schemes progress East Riding of Yorkshire council director of asset strategy “It’s great to see work commence at Deira Court and I look forward to seeing the first new residents move in The new scheme will deliver much needed sheltered accommodation helping to ensure that older adults can live independently at home for longer.” "We are delighted to be starting on site with this project in Driffield Our business was established back in 1971 principally to provide construction services to local authority housing projects so it’s great to be working with one of our longest-served clients in this sector to deliver a flagship We can't wait to see it develop." The proud custodian of Driffield Showground is how Tom Woodall sees his role as he looks forward to his first Driffield Show as chief executive of Driffield Agricultural Society Tom was appointed to lead the Driffield Agricultural Society into 2025 and beyond last October after his predecessor David Tite left to take on his new role as society manager at the Yorkshire Agricultural Society He said the highlight of his first six months in the role has been getting to know his close-knit team of Cheryl Lynch and the army of volunteers who help to bring together the events at the Driffield Showground Momentum is now gathering as Tom and his team focus their attentions on next month’s Schools Education Day and Countryside Careers Evening on 21st and 22nd May and then the big event – the 149th Driffield Show Tom told the Wolds Weekly that he is under no illusions about the amount of hard work and effort that goes into making these events run smoothly “It has been a great first six months in the role and I have met such lovely people who work closely with Driffield Agricultural Society,” he said “The highlight has been getting to know my team and the hundreds of volunteers who work together to bring the Driffield Show the Education Day and Countryside Careers Evening together “It is not lost on me how big a job this is for such a small team and my role is to steer the ship and I am grateful to be supported by an amazing group of people “Momentum is gathering now as we move into spring and we are looking forward to welcoming visitors to the site.” Following a career spanning 27 years serving as a professional soldier in the British Army and a further four years in the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association He spent six months as a farm manager at Soanes Poultry before being appointed to the role at Driffield Agricultural Society “The farm manager role opened my eyes to food production and livestock management,” he said “I had been to the Showground previously to speak about a role I saw this as an opportunity where I could draw on my past experience in the military of planning large-scale training events and ceremonial parades including a visit by HRH Princess Royal in 2012.” Tom said he is looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead and thanked his team for their invaluable support Next month will see Driffield Agricultural Society’s annual Food and Farming Education Day Around 1,700 schoolchildren from 47 schools across East Yorkshire Hull and parts of North Yorkshire will gather at Driffield Showground on 21st May to gain an insight into where their food comes from and how it is produced growers and food producers will stage exhibits giving the children an understanding of the origins of the food they eat and how much of it can be produced on farms in East Yorkshire This will be followed on 22nd May by the Countryside Careers Evening aimed at giving students and those looking for a career change an insight into the employment opportunities in agriculture and the countryside “I am hugely invested in the Schools Education Day which helps to sow the seeds in young people’s minds about where their food comes from environmental stewardship and how we can be more efficient in food production lower carbon emissions and be kinder to the environment.“The Careers Evening is equally important because we want to be able to keep school leavers in this area and we need to open their eyes to the options available to them in agriculture and roles in the countryside and also to people wanting to change careers later in their life.” The showcase event on the Driffield Agricultural Society’s calendar is the Driffield Show which this year takes place on Wednesday 16th July Tom said there is plenty to look forward to whether visitors are from an agricultural background or not “This year we have in excess of 400 trade stands booked We are looking forward to seeing the Bolddog Lings Freestyle Motocross Team appearing in the main ring thanks to our sponsors GSC Grays “We have a fantastic livestock section with the finest cattle and our equine section will be showcasing in the main ring from heavy horses to ponies and showjumping the forestry section will return with demonstrations running throughout the day the agricultural machinery demonstration stands will showcase impressive farm equipment essential to food production “After a busy day visiting the different areas of the show visitors can head to the Rose Cottage food court which will feature independent food trade stands “There is a little bit of something for everyone whether you are from an agricultural background or not “The Driffield Show is a huge community gathering and this is the 149th year – so it will always have that draw for the agricultural community it is renowned for being the biggest and best one-day show in the UK we are punching above our weight in that respect “I am looking ahead to my first show with excited apprehension I am sure I will have some sleepless nights in the run-up Tom said he is open to ideas to make improvements to keep the Society moving forwards “I am the proud custodian of this showground and I want to keep the injection of pride in it and futureproof it for generations to come,” he said “My thanks go to my team who have really helped me to settle so I am prepared to take on the challenge.” Rail passengers and the wider community are being thanked for their patience following essential renewal work at Skerne Road level crossing in Driffield engineers worked to replace decades-old equipment – including the installation of a new operating system replacing the level crossing deck and resurfacing the road The brand-new operating system is the first of its kind outside the trial site in Anglia Teams also replaced the old level crossing barriers with new electric ones that lower and raise much faster than the outdated system they replaced This work was essential in improving rail reliability and safety for all users which operated the old level crossing barriers was donated to the Yorkshire Wolds Railway – preserving rail history for many years to come said: “We are delighted that the renewal work at Driffield Skerne Road level crossing is now complete and was done ahead of schedule "This project was vital and has replaced decades-old equipment to greatly enhance the reliability of the rail network and long-term safety businesses and residents in the local community for their patience and understanding while this work was carried out.” Northern Powergrid also completed some essential work within the road closure limits helping to minimise disruption for the local community Officers say that 15 year old Sophie was reported to as missing at around 1.40pm this afternoon (Thursday Sophie was last seen in the area of Exchange Street in Driffield at around 10.30am this morning and is described as being approximately 5ft 11inches tall with shoulder length dark brown hair with purple in it She is believed to be wearing black leggings and dark hooded jacket with white Nike trainers and a grey bag please contact us on 101 quoting log 212 of 10 April." HULL IS THIS LOCAL NEWS – WITH A POSITIVE PURPOSE The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after being shortlisted in the East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Awards 2025 Middleton on the Wolds based Soanes Poultry has been shortlisted for the Business Award (Businesses with over 51 employees) in this year’s Chairman’s Awards that recognise people businesses or organisations within the East Riding of Yorkshire who have gone above and beyond to serve the community and who have made a significant difference to enhancing their local community and the social wellbeing of the area said: “We’re proud to be part of East Yorkshire’s thriving rural economy employing 180 local people and buying goods and services locally wherever possible We’re honoured to have reached the final of this prestigious awards scheme and are looking forward to meeting our fellow finalists next month.” The team will learn whether they have been successful at an awards event hosted by the Chairman of East Riding of Yorkshire Council Councillor Linda Bayram and Clare Frisby from BBC Look North in Beverley on 13th May Soanes Poultry faces competition from Everard Group Ltd. Named after the son of the founder of Soanes Poultry Clive Soanes Broilers has been rearing chicken for Soanes Poultry since 1947 Clive Soanes grew the business from the 1950s until his retirement in the 1990s Soanes Poultry sells chicken to butchers and independent retailers throughout Yorkshire and to wholesalers catering butchers and restaurants nationwide You can send press releases and local news items to: Subscribe to receive a summary of our latest news direct to your inbox each morning Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your HULL IS THIS eNews subscription You can unsubscribe at any time by following the link in each daily email Hot on the wheels of the success of last year’s inaugural event organisers of the Driffield Classic Car Sunday are promising an eclectic mix of cars of all makes and models as they prepare to welcome visitors this weekend which runs from 11am until 2pm this Sunday will showcase dozens of motor vehicles for the public to view at Cross Hill car park The event is the brainchild of the Driffield Town Centre Steering Group and it is hoped it will attract visitors and create a vibrant atmosphere in Driffield town centre The only criteria for the vehicles on display are that they have a motor “We’re delighted that our entries are full and we’ve got a fantastic range of vehicles on display,” said Mark Edwards motor sports enthusiast and chairman of the Driffield Town Centre Steering Group and several Porches to a classic Chevrolet the lineup is as diverse as it is exciting “One highlight is a sporty MG Montego owned by a local enthusiast who’s new to the show scene—this will be his very first time displaying his car to the public “There’s a real mix of vehicles that you don’t often see at other shows and we’re confident that uniqueness will make this year’s event a real success.” “We’d love to see as many people as possible come along and perhaps see something your dad used to own—or a model you always wished you had,” said Mark The event will also feature live music from Richard Silvester this year we’ve booked the sunshine!” Mark joked visitors are encouraged to explore Driffield Local businesses are being urged to open for the day to make the most of the extra footfall “It’s a multigenerational event that evokes plenty of nostalgia for both the owners and the visitors We’re looking forward to another great day.” local literature festival is underway at a Driffield town centre pub focusing on people writing in Driffield and the Wolds The Literary Festival will run until Sunday 27th April at The Butchers Dog on Market Place and has been described by organisers Nat Waudby a mere toe in the water’ of the local writing scene The festival will celebrate the written and spoken word and includes singing After events throughout Thursday and Friday the Saturday of the festival will be a family day David is urging local authors to get in touch and take part in the inaugural festival “Calling all wordsmiths of the East Riding and Hull,” he said “We’re delighted to have a book sales and meet the author session where folk can browse and buy your books at the Driffield Literary Festival from 4pm to 7pm on Sunday 27th April at The Butchers Dog in Driffield “We want to promote books written by our region’s authors and warmly invite you to take the opportunity to make sure your treasures are on display and available for sale.” The full festival timetable is as follows:Friday 25th – 2pm Catherine Rayner Saturday 26th (Family Day) – 2pm Harry Gellar Sunday 27th (Author Day) – 2pm-4pm Writing workshop contact David by emailing daveherbert@btinternet.com or info@thebutchersdog.co.uk The East Riding YOURHealth Health and Wellbeing and Connector Service is inviting local people to join in with Social Prescriber Day throughout this week Social prescribers support in non-medical ways to help people with their health and wellbeing This could be in situations causing stress such as cost of living debt and housing to improving wellbeing including connecting people with community groups or finding places to make new friends The service covers the whole of the East Riding to provide personal support and motivation with changing behaviours and help reduce the risk of long-term health conditions community and social enterprise services available in the East Riding during the week at several community venues Driffield – Wednesday 19th March 9am-12 noon Alfred Bean Hospital Join Kay who will be holding a social prescriber’s drop-in clinic to discuss how to support non – medical needs Join Alicia for the popular health walks designed to be accessible to enjoy enjoy the fresh air and feel good for the day Meet the Provider event where Rose will be attending with other services that can help finding work supporting wellbeing and non-medical services that can help with reducing stress and improving wellbeing Alicia and Aaron will be supporting carers with Barchester Care Homes If you care for someone and are looking for support this is a great opportunity to spend time with people in similar situations meet new friends and find out what kind of support is out there for you Beverley – Wednesday 19th March 10am-12 noon Treasure House Meet John who will be supporting the local community with accessing non-medical services to improve health and wellbeing Pocklington – Thursday 20th March 10am-12 noon Pocklington Arts Centre Elisha and Jen will be supporting the local community in finding social activities to enjoy improve mental health and support people with services best placed to help manage challenging situations YOURhealth Social Prescriber Team Leader said: “A major aspect of the Health and Wellbeing Advisor and Connector service is to ensure that services such as ERYC libraries church groups and foodbanks and promoted and accessed more by the general public “Helping reduce the day to day social economic and emotional health issues we can all face day to day The week will be a great opportunity to highlight such groups and services and give people the opportunity to experience the benefits of social prescribing.” Any adult in the East Riding can self-refer into the Health and Wellbeing Service to receive free one-to-one support the museum will be closed on 7 and 8 May 2025 Science writer Andy Saunders reveals fascinating insights into the photographs taken during missions to the Moon The photographs taken during our journeys to the Moon are some of the most important And why do we so often see apparently low quality imagery The original NASA photographic film is securely stored in a frozen vault at Johnson Space Center almost every image of the Moon landings publicly available was produced from a lower-quality copy of these originals Andy Saunders is a British bestselling author science writer and one of the world’s foremost experts on NASA digital restoration cutting-edge enhancement techniques he used on scans of the original film to create the highest quality Apollo photographs ever produced Alongside a slideshow of images from every Apollo mission he will reveal detail that has been lost for half a century and show how the images offer astounding new insight and a mesmerising retrospective of humankind’s greatest adventure was an instant Sunday Time Bestseller and quickly became the biggest selling book on the Apollo programme since records began as well as the highest grossing photography book for over 20 years Andy will be available to sign copies after the talk Alec White lives in Driffield and is an apprentice at Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm and finished in second place in the junior category of this year’s Guild of Bricklayers Yorkshire Competition The competition was hosted by Kirklees College Brunel Construction Centre and in Alec’s category over 10 young apprentices were tasked with building a 12-course high and nine-inch-wide wall complete with three different types of pointing Alec was presented with £100 worth of bricklaying tools and equipment is due to complete his apprenticeship and become a fully qualified bricklayer in September Alec joined Hobson & Porter 12 months ago as a bricklaying apprentice and spends four weeks on site followed by one week at Hull Training and Adult Education He’s already worked on a variety of Hobson & Porter’s projects including the restoration of The National Picture Theatre on Beverley Road in Hull as well as one of the company’s care home developments and a housing improvement scheme The Guild of Bricklayers aims to promote and maintain the highest standards of craftsmanship in brickwork and runs regional competitions each year giving apprentices at various levels the opportunity to showcase their skills “This competition was challenging as there was a lot to do but it covered all the skills that I use every day so I knew what I was doing and felt comfortable throughout It was fantastic to have this opportunity and to meet lots of the other competitors and I’m really happy with how it went.” “These competitions are always very competitive and challenging and bring together Yorkshire’s best and most talented apprentice bricklayers “Alec always works hard and is very dedicated to learning and excelling in his trade so he thoroughly deserves this success and we’re all proud to see him do so well There’s no doubt he has a very bright career ahead of him.” council events and updates from across the East Riding which is secure and you can choose to stop receiving emails at any time Find out more in our Privacy notice. Would you like to take part in simple surveys and help us improve other online services? Your feedback could not be submitted due to a server error The festive spirit will shine brightly in Driffield tomorrow evening, (Friday November 29, 2024) as the town’s annual Christmas lights switch-on takes place. Organised by Driffield Town Council, the event will bring the town centre to life with a Dickensian theme, offering a nostalgic journey to a bygone era. The festivities kick off at 2PM with the start of a bustling Christmas market filled with gift ideas, stocking fillers, and unique presents for loved ones. The Mayor of Driffield and FATHER CHRISTMAS will illuminate the town when the turn on the dazzling display of lights at 7PM, marking the event’s main attraction. Live entertainment throughout the day will include: Visitors will also encounter beloved Dickensian characters like Mrs. Fuzziwig, Mr. Figgy Pudding, Scrooge, and the Ghost of Jacob Marley, alongside stilt walkers and, of course, Father Christmas. For families, additional attractions include a small funfair on George Street and Middle Street South, plus face painting by Fun Packed Parties. Local shops and businesses are encouraged to stay open late and dress in period costumes to enhance the immersive Dickensian atmosphere. Here’s the approximate timetable for the day: Bring your family and friends to experience a magical start to the Christmas season in Driffield! To facilitate the event, road closures will be in place from 11 AM to 10 PM across key areas, including Queen Street to Cranwell Road, Market Place roundabout, Mill Street to Westgate, and Middle Street South to George Street. Michelle Flake, Town Development Officer, urges everyone to join the celebration: “We hope everyone will come down to the town centre, enjoy the entertainment, and support our local traders.” Adding to the festive fun, Driffield in Bloom is launching a Christmas Trail starting Friday. Around 100 shops and businesses will display wooden letters forming a festive phrase or carol verse. Participants who correctly solve the puzzle can submit their entries to the Town Council for a chance to win prizes, including: The trail will run until Friday, December 20, with entry forms available at local outlets like Sokells and Driffield & Wolds Weekly. Train operator Northern and the Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnership (YCCRP) have announced the return of the Easter Special train on Saturday (19 April), with a fun-filled journey for families travelling along the scenic Yorkshire Coast line. The Easter Bunny and its helpers will be joining the 11:21 service from Hull to Scarborough, spreading seasonal cheer and surprises along the way. The train will call at: Cottingham 11:28Beverley 11:35Driffield 11:47Bridlington 12:02Bempton 12:09Hunmanby 12:19Filey 12:25Seamer 12:35Arriving in Scarborough 12:41 Normal ticket prices apply, and tickets must be bought before boarding the train. Free crème eggs will be handed out to all children travelling with an adult. Customers who show the Easter Bunny YCCRP’s Traxplorer app on their phone will receive a special code to unlock an exclusive Easter item for their in-app character. Several special events will also be taking place along the route throughout the day. Bridlington and Filey will be hosting food festivals, and Scarborough’s Old Parcels Office is currently home to a sculpture exhibition, located on the station. Rachel Osborne, YCCRP rail officer, said: “We love doing our Easter specials – they are always such fun and are a great way of encouraging families to use the trains.” The Driffield Agricultural Society has announced the timings of Santa’s annual tour around the town! Starting each night at 6PM, Santa and his sleigh will visit different areas to spread Christmas cheer. Check out the schedule below to see when he’ll be near you: 🗓 Tuesday, 3rd December📍 Westgate, Spellowgate, Whitelands, Armistice Park, Lowndes Park, York Road/North Street, Middle St North 🗓 Wednesday, 4th December📍 Sycamore Park, Long Lane, Mortimer Park 🗓 Thursday, 5th December📍 St. John’s Road, Beverley Road (part), Bracken Road (south end), Briar Garth, Duncombe Drive, Wold View Road, The Horseshoe, Spencers Way 🗓 Friday, 6th December📍 Bellway Estate (Berriman Drive etc.), Field View, Fieldfare Estate, The Ridings, Meadowcroft Road 🗓 Sunday, 8th December📍 Taylor’s Field, King’s Mill Road, Bracken Road to Briar Garth (including Briar Garth), King’s Mill Park, Newland Avenue, Mill Falls (part), Angus Drive, York Road, Victoria Road 🗓 Monday, 9th December📍 Park Ave, Highfield Ave, Northfield Road, Southfield Road, The Mount (East of Southfield), Woodland Rise, Brid Road (part), Greenlands/Greenways, Eastfield Road 🗓 Tuesday, 10th December📍 New Walk, The Chase, Wansford Road (south of level crossing), Verity Way 🗓 Thursday, 12th December📍 Auchinleck Close, Southwood Park 🎁 Don’t miss your chance to wave at Santa and his helpers! A man who claims his mould-infested flat landed him in hospital says the council has been ignoring his pleas for help for five years. Every room in Neil Cook's one bedroom flat in Driffield is affected by mould, which covers his bathroom floor, oven, fridge and bed sheets. Mr Cook, who has lived in the property for five years, believes exposure to damp caused him to be admitted to hospital two years ago with the blood condition anaemia. East Riding of Yorkshire Council says it is aware of his concerns. Mr Cook said: "You go to bed thinking about it and you're waking up at 2am, so you go back to bed and you get irritable. Some nights I don't sleep and some nights I do but then you wake up and it's still here. "You just think: who's going to believe me that this is not my fault?" Mr Cook pays almost £400 a month to rent the council flat, and has been logging complaints since 2021, but claims he has been repeatedly ignored. He says he tries to spend as little time as he can at home during the day. "People used to say to me in town 'oh we've noticed you're in the streets a lot'," he said. "And then they see the place that I have to live in. That's why. 'Would you like to come home to this?' I say to them. And the answer is 'no'. "I think [the council] look at me and they think, it's his fault. Some nights you get emotional and you just break down in tears." After ITV News Calendar contacted East Riding of Yorkshire Council about Mr Cook's flat, the authority said it has a contractor ready to step in to carry out work on the property. In a statement the council said: "We take the concerns of our tenants very seriously and we are aware of the disrepair concerns raised by our tenant. "We have a contractor ready to carry out the necessary works but are struggling to have contact with our tenant to make the necessary arrangements. "We would urge our tenant to make contact with the housing team so that we can work with him to plan for the works to his home." Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know. ‘A facility to be proud of’ is how trustees of Great Driffield AFC have described the new clubhouse and changing rooms at its Allotment Lane home after the club celebrated their official opening last Friday. The vision to create improved football and community facilities at the club has been in the planning for 25 years and that vision has now become a reality with the opening of the new clubhouse providing a much-needed social facility. The clubhouse, complete with bar, seating, TVs and a pool table, offers a space for spectators on match days to sit and socialise. On a Saturday afternoon, after match refreshments will be provided for the teams and people can enjoy some social time into the evening. With a capacity of 100 people, including seating for 70 at present, it is also hoped the clubhouse will become an ideal function room for both football and community usage, with the club aiming to hire the space for private parties, meetings and clubs. In addition to the clubhouse, the changing rooms have been refurbished with individual showers as well as two separate match officials changing rooms with ensuite facilities. Two outside toilets for spectators have also been provided and the new kitchen provides a servery, allowing spectators to buy drinks and snacks. From a safety and security perspective, high quality CCTV and an intruder alarm system have been installed. Jim Laird, chairman of Great Driffield AFC, said he is proud of what the club has achieved. “This is a huge move forward and gives us a facility to be proud of that benefits both the club and community,” he said. “The improvements have given us a base rather than somewhere just to play football. “We are now able to hold events such as awards ceremonies, fundraising activities, meetings, and training events. “The facilities provide a better experience for supporters, and we hope that this will encourage more spectators. “We are not just a football facility though and we very much hope that local residents will come along for a social drink. “The possibilities are endless, and it is exciting that the north end of the town, where a substantial number of new homes are being built, has a facility such as ours.” Jim added his thanks to Tokenspire as main contractors, and all their sub-contractors; architect Piercy Design Ltd; the Dewhirst family for their ongoing support to the club; East Riding of Yorkshire Council ward councillors; Driffield Town Council; David Taylor for the donation of a pool table and his fellow club trustees Dave Lawson, Paul and Louise Burkinshaw, Neil Staff and his wife Linda. “The improvements have brought football and its facilities more in line with other sporting venues in the town,” he added. “It is a community hub with a huge potential to benefit the football community and the local community.” Among those attending the opening last Friday were local football stalwart Norman Harris who shared Jim’s vision some 25 years ago for the improved facilities at the club that he has been involved with for at least three decades. He said: “This is great and is what Driffield has needed for years. “I am pleased to be able to be here to see it all.” Bridlington and Wolds MP Charlie Dewhirst spoke at the opening about how the facility is helping the club go from strength to strength. He said: “This is an amazing facility, and it is brilliant to see the club develop as a focal point for football in the town. “Driffield has a strong sporting heritage, and these facilities will enable the club to go from strength to strength.” Jim added that after 25 years it was a fantastic day to see it all come together. “It was very uplifting to see the clubhouse being officially opened on Friday. “It has been a long and sometimes arduous journey, but all the hard work has been worth it, and I am very proud of what we have collectively achieved for the benefit of local football and the community of Driffield.” Win HappyPremiumSearch Rayohits radioeast yorkshirenewsFarmers invited to inheritance tax advice event at Driffield ShowgroundIt's been organised by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society An event's been planned in East Yorkshire today for farmers to have a chance to ask questions on worries about inheritance tax. Organised by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society - a team of experts will be on hand at Driffield Showground to give out some advice ​In her October 2024 budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduced significant changes to inheritance tax rules affecting farmers. From April 2026, rural estates valued over £1 million will be subject to a 20% inheritance tax on the amount exceeding that threshold. Allister Nixon is the CEO at the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, he said: "We thought we should provide support to farmers offering hopefully useful guidance and some practical steps for them to take so they understand their options and plan appropriately. "We've got a panel that covers estate management and planning. We've got finance advice, tax advice, we've got legal matter support, and we've also got some succession planning advice. "There's lots of options for farmers to understand and hopefully they'll come away from the evening, sort of having some idea of how they can plan appropriately to these announcements. "We'll chair the session. We'll have presentations from each of our experts. Then we'll be capped off with a panel discussion and then hopefully a very engaging q and a session at the end." A series of free support events to help farmers navigate announcements made in the Autumn Budget are being held by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society as follows: Tuesday 29th April at Driffield Showground Wednesday 30th April at The Huntsman Inn, Holmfirth Thursday 1st May at The Golden Lion, Northallerton CloseFalconer Joel Coldron believes his hawk Zulu will make short work of scaring pigeons from railway stations at Driffield and Beverley Train operator Northern, which run the stations in East Yorkshire, said Harris's hawks were being used to deter pigeons and prevent them from nesting Mr Coldron said: "When a pigeon sees a hawk fly up it still has the desired effect I think a pigeon would be very stupid if they want to stay living around here with Zulu moving in next door." is sympathetic to the plight of the station but added: "I'd be more concerned about the mess that humans make "Leaving chewing gum and food and rubbish is much worse than a bit of pigeon poo People just don't like pigeons." 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What's in the US-Ukraine resources deal 1:23Kamala Harris hits out at Trump in first major speech since losing election 00:01:18Kamala Harris hits out at Trump in first major speech since losing election East Riding of Yorkshire Council is investing the money in its annual surface dressing programme which is set to begin on 23 April and is expected to take 13 weeks to complete The highway maintenance programme will cover all types of roads and will see 151 sections of road in the area (around 67 miles) upgraded - which is the same as paving a straight road from Beverley to Nottingham Around 12,600 tonnes of stone chippings will be laid on road surfaces during the spring and summer operation Surface dressing is a fast and cost-effective method of fixing preserving and prolonging the lifespan of a road and it is carried out annually by the council’s own highways maintenance team road sweepers clear away any loose chippings after a few days New road markings are then put down as quickly as possible The process actively reduces the risk of potholes forming as it seals the road and stops water from entering and damaging the surface It also greatly improves skid resistance for vehicles The process is carried out during the spring and summer months as it requires warmer temperatures for the bitumen and chippings to take effect the council’s director of infrastructure and facilities “Thanks to residents and motorists for bearing with us while we carry out our annual surface dressing programme “Our teams will be out in around 150 locations over the next three months carrying out a vital job to help protect these sections of road from potholes and other damage.” temporary 20mph speed limits are in force on the treated roads to reduce the possibility of vehicles skidding on the loose chippings and will be removed when the new road markings have been installed Disruption to traffic will be kept to a minimum but drivers are asked to respect the 20mph speed limit in place to protect both the travelling public and the council’s workforce Residents and drivers will be informed before the works begin A leaflet will be sent to residents impacted by the works and advance warning signs will be placed on the roads beforehand any loose stone chippings left behind won’t go to waste Mechanical road sweepers are used to collect up all the loose chippings Then every two years the council hires a giant industrial washing and grading machine to clean all the loose chippings so they can be recycled and reused on the roads the following year The process recycles more than 7,000 tonnes of chippings and saves around £60,000 of council tax payers’ money Local roads which will benefit from the surface dressing programme include: as part of a 12-week trial which began in February The Harris Hawks are there to deter the pigeons and prevent them from nesting they could be introduced at other Northern stations which have been plagued by pigeons in recent years The train operator has been locked in a long-running battle with the birds as they damage station roofs and cause issues with their hazardous and corrosive droppings Northern's commercial and customer director “We have tried plastic owls and recorded hawk noises but they weren't an effective deterrent so now we’ve brought in real birds of prey to help us with our pigeon problem “The pigeons are a real nuisance for our customers and cause headaches for the station staff who have to clear up after them That’s why we’re determined to find humane ways of keeping them away.” Northern has trialled various measures and last year plastic owls were installed at Morpeth station in Northumberland Recorded hawk noises were played out of speakers at Driffield station and the roof was smeared with ‘fire gel’ which appears to the pigeons as ultraviolet light and tricks them into thinking the surface is too hot to land on But Northern was forced find another approach as the pests kept flocking to both stations and nesting Spikes and netting have proved to be far more effective as they prevent the birds from perching and nesting in certain areas without harming them these measures have not solved the problem because the pigeons move on to other parts of the stations Northern asked customers to stop feeding the brazen birds and leaving food lying around claiming this has caused more to flock there The hawks which are currently being used at Northern stations have been provided by pest control company Rentokil Former head of geography at Driffield School & Sixth Form has drawn upon his interest in local geography and history to write his latest book The Growth and Development of the East Riding of Yorkshire Driffield Capital of the Wolds: The Growth and Development of Driffield and the Surrounding Landscape hopes his latest work will appeal to anyone interested in the East Riding This book presents a timely account of the growth and development of the rural and urban landscapes of the East Riding of Yorkshire emphasising the geographical factors behind historical events it explores many aspects of the county: its geological origins and physical configuration; the peopling of the land through the centuries and their enduring features; the population’s increasing impact from Saxon and Scandinavian settlers to the Norman and post-Norman medieval periods of expansion and contraction; the lasting effects of the agricultural and transport revolutions; the contrasting urban developments in York and Kingston upon Hull; the fortunes of small market towns and seaside resorts; the various rural landscapes throughout the county; and the impact of 20th-century changes culminating in the latest developments of the 21st century The text is supported by over 150 original photographs and 45 maps and diagrams providing a comprehensive view of the East Riding of Yorkshire who worked at Driffield School from 1973 until his retirement in 2005 told the Wolds Weekly:“I am a lifelong resident of the East Riding I have accumulated a great deal of knowledge I have spent the last three years putting all that information together and conducting extensive research to produce my latest book “The book is presented in a sequence of chapters the reader will gain a greater appreciation of the evolution of the East Riding landscape and be encouraged to visit some of the locations and read more widely “I have enjoyed the process of writing this book and I hope it will appeal to anyone interested in the East Riding of Yorkshire and refer to it time and again because there is so much in it.” The Growth and Development of the East Riding of Yorkshire is priced at £28.50. It is available at The Little Book Emporium on Market Place, the Driffield Town Council offices, Sledmere House, and online at www.yorkbookshop.com or directly from the author at mike.wynn185@btinternet.com A major attraction is coming to Driffield Show on 16th July this year Due to public demand and with the continued sponsorship of the Driffield Show Main Ring by local company GSC Grays the Driffield Show Team are excited to officially announce that the Bolddog Lings Freestyle Motocross Team will be appearing in the Main Ring at the 2025 Driffield Show The nationally acclaimed team has the largest most advancedlanding ramp in the world and has been ridden by the world’s best freestyle professionals including World number one Nate Adams and World record holder and current day Evil Knievel The landing ramp has also been used on the Top Gear Live Tour and was also used on the team’s appearance on Britain’s Got Talent The ramp allows the riders to jump gaps of over 75 feet and reach heights of over 35ft in the air which gives the riders enough “air-time” to perform an array of death defying tricks usually only seen on T.V  The show features tricks such as the ‘look back heart attack’ Many of these moves will result in the rider exiting their seat taking their hands off the handlebars and rotating their body around the bike Gymnastics on a motorcycle 35ft in the air!  The Riders also go head to head in a true test of nerve to see who will throw down the biggest tricks to win over the crowd If that’s not enough the riders provide onboard commentary while performing tricks giving you a true taste of what the rider is doing The 2025 freestyle team boasts the best of British stunt riding and includes top talent in the way of the UK’s 1st rider to backflip a four stroke motocross bike and 1 of the UK’s top FMX rider’s  The team also includes one of the UK’s highly rated FMX rider’s and super stylish along with young talent tipped for the top Arran Powley. Driffield Show visitors are also invited to meet the stars of the show at the Bolddog Lings interactive stand, which will be located adjacent to the collecting ring, where visitors can also find out more about Freestyle Motocross As well as their appearance on Britain’s Got Talent the Bolddogsteam have also appeared in some of the largest shows in the world, as well as gracing the big screen featuring in Hollywood blockbuster Captain America Bolddog Lings Team Manager and one of the UK’s top freestyle riders It’s a non-stop show that will entertain everyone from off–road enthusiasts to the general public It’s a must see part of any festival and is continually growing in popularity as the awareness of FMX increases.”  Chief Executive of the Driffield Agricultural Society said “This is wonderful news for the Driffield Show The Bolddogs consistently delight the crowd and we’re thrilled to have them return this year thanks to the support of local company GSC Grays.” Driffield Show discounted advance tickets are now available to buy from www.driffieldshowground.co.uk Advance tickets-  ​Adults – £18.00 ​​​Adults – £20.00 (if purchased after 8th July) ​​​Unaccompanied Children Under 16 – £6.00 On the day tickets:-​Adults – £22.00 ​​​Unaccompanied Children under 16 – £7.00 The club also received £220,000 from the Football Foundation and raised £56,710 through fundraising and donations which have contributed to the £476,710 total project cost The completed works have seen the existing changing block refurbished and two separate ensuite officials’ rooms new spectator toilets have been added to enhance the facility for visitors The extension to the building has introduced a much-needed social space The new social space also provides toilet facilities “The project to extend the clubhouse is a significant step in ensuring that the Driffield community has a football club and facilities that it can enjoy and be proud of “We are delighted to have received support from East Riding of Yorkshire Council the Football Foundation and local charities who have helped to create this fantastic facility.” the council’s cabinet member for planning “It’s great to see the completion of the works and vital upgrades to the clubhouse at Great Driffield AFC to adding aids to help others enjoy a sport they love commuted sums has made a real difference in Driffield.” Train operator Northern, which run the stations in East Yorkshire, said Harris's hawks were being used to deter pigeons and prevent them from nesting ShareSave'Thank you, Hull': Calum Scott on a decade of fameBBC Radio Humberside catches up with Calum Scott 10 years after he burst on to the music scene. 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East Riding of Yorkshire Council funds the Medibus service across the area providing door to door transport to residents who don’t have access to their own transport Now the council has used funding it received from the Government for bus service improvements to provide an additional Medibus for the Bridlington and Driffield areas to increase its capacity and frequency for residents Two Bridlington and Driffield Medibus services now operate five days a week with a third for the Driffield and rural area Bridlington and Driffield Medibus 1 (north) can take residents from both towns and their local areas to Scarborough and District Hospital and Alfred Bean Hospital in Driffield.    Bridlington and Driffield Medibus 2 (south) can take residents to Hull Royal Infirmary Castle Hill Hospital in Cottingham and Beverley Community Hospital A further Medibus for the Driffield area can take residents in villages covered by Medibus 1 (north) south to Castle Hill Hospital and Hull Royal Infirmary The extra bus means residents in the two towns and surrounding communities can now access hospital sites to the north and south instead of the Medibus only being able to offer travel in one direction where requested The community service is operated by HART (Holderness Area Rural Transport) and can also be used by people to visit friends and relatives in hospital a passenger who regularly uses the Bridlington Medibus to reach Scarborough and Castle Hill hospitals “The service has got me though some difficult times reducing the worry of how I am going to get to the hospital to visit my husband and for my appointments I can't praise them enough.  I am always telling people to use the service the council’s cabinet member for environment and transport “I’m pleased we’ve been able to fund an extra Medibus so the service is now more frequent and convenient for passengers who need to use this service in the Bridlington and Driffield areas “The bus is great way for people to travel those who may otherwise be stranded at home and have no other way of getting to medical appointments Medibus travel can be booked and used by anyone who is unable to use including those experiencing mobility issues A flat fare of £10 return is charged reduced to £5 return for concessionary bus pass holders Bookings can be made up to a month in advance or at a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.    To find out more visit https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/medibus To book ring the council’s call centre on 03456 445959 or email passengerbookings@eastriding.gov.uk The call centre is open from 9am to 4pm Monday to Thursday Excitement is building ahead of this weekend’s spectacular Wolds Festive Illuminated Charity Truck and Tractor Run with organisers promising the event will be even bigger Taking place on Saturday (14th December 2024) the tractors and trucks adorned with festive lights and decorations will leave Driffield Showground at 5pm and make their way through Driffield and the surrounding villages Huge crowds of people lined the route last year and with their donations helped to raise £8,500 for Elsie’s Appeal and Blood Cancer UK This year organisers are hoping people will once again throw their support behind the event which will raise money for Blood Cancer UK and following a public vote which supports children with cancer and their families and agricultural charity RABI will also benefit from the funds raised The truck and tractor run is organised by Mark and Nicola Roper from Golden Hill Farms and Nicola’s sister Carly White and Luke Alker Nicola and their family from Wansford have now raised more than £20,000 for Blood Cancer UK after Nicola was told she had stage 4 lymphoma in August 2020 two years after going into remission following a first diagnosis Following a blood stem cell transplant in 2021 Mark said they have had a fantastic response to this year’s event He said: “The preparations are going really well and we are so grateful to everyone who has come onboard to support us “From the feedback we have had it looks as if we are getting another really good turnout commercial business vans and static floats and we will have the steam engine with us again this year.” The vehicles will gather at Driffield Showground from 2pm where the drivers will enjoy a hog roast before heading out through Driffield town centre and then onto villages including Nafferton It is expected the convoy will flash their lights and blow their horns as they make their way around the route while volunteers will be out with buckets collecting donations for the charities Mark added: “We will have volunteers with collection buckets out in force and if anyone misses them we will have collection buckets available at various pubs and businesses including Deep Blue at Wetwang The White Horse and the Spar shop at Hutton Cranswick Bainton Stop cafe at Bainton and at the Driffield & Wolds Weekly office “The procession will leave at 5pm and we will put regular updates on their progress on our Facebook page It’s shaping up to be another fantastic event and we hope to put a smile on the faces of everyone who comes out to support us.” Mark added his thanks to sponsors Dee Atkinson & Harrison Building consent for the property mandates access to the site for the public The ruins are part of the historically significant Elmswell country estate situated off the A166 near Driffield Parts of the estate can be directly traced back to William the Conqueror and the Manor House was built by the owner Henry Best around 1634 The old hall was thought to be one of the first brick buildings in East Yorkshire and in 1998 English Heritage changed its status from Grade II to Grade II* meaning it is officially “of more than special interest” Only around 5% of the country’s listed buildings fall into this category Road signs will be displayed with directions to the site and parking will be available Access to the site from the car park is via a narrow rutted track and could be unsuitable for people with mobility issues East Riding of Yorkshire council cabinet member for Heritage and Coastal said  “This is a rare opportunity for residents and visitors to see one of East Yorkshire’s hidden gems I recommend residents to find out more about their local history at the open day this year.”  Our Apps are now available for iOS, Android and Smart Speakers. North Yorkshire's mayor says there will be improvements to the county's bus services this year. An East Riding health director says Bridlington Hospital could be an ideal location for more minor operations to ease pressure on the NHS. People are being encouraged to line the street as a mark of respect as Driffield’s annual Remembrance Parade makes its way to All Saints’ Church this Sunday (10th November) for the Service of Remembrance. Veterans and those organisations taking part in the parade will assemble at the Middle Street South entrance to Tesco car park at 1.35pm. Road closures will be in place for the parade which will march off at 1.55pm via Middle Street South, Market Place and Middle Street North to All Saints’ Church. The East Coast & District Buglers, based in Driffield, will again be playing at this year’s parade. The group, formed 18 months ago, is made up of mainly military veterans, who took up the bugle having never played before. The aim of the group, which is led by Martin Wilson, a former Army bugler and drummer, is to provide support to the veteran community by playing at parades, funerals and other memorial events. The buglers will play three calls; the first, ‘Fall In’, is played to assemble the troops prior to marching off. This will be played as veterans assemble in the car park. The buglers will then take up position behind the Standards or Colours to provide an Escort to the Colours. The next call will be ‘General Salute’, which acknowledges the presence of a senior inspecting officer. Finally, ‘Advance’ will be played to indicate that the parade will march off. On arrival at All Saints’ Church, the Service of Remembrance, led by Rev Stuart Grant, will take place at 2.30pm. The service, organised by Driffield Town Council, will be followed by a two-minute silence and a wreath-laying ceremony at the War Memorial in the church grounds when military personnel, veterans’ associations, youth organisations, volunteers, and charity organisations will lay wreaths. An Armistice Service of Remembrance will take place in the Gardens of Remembrance on North Street in Driffield at 10:55am on Monday 11th November. A short service and two-minute silence will be observed at 11am. Events to Remember the FallenTaking place in villages covered by the Wolds Weekly: Credit: MEN MediaTwo young drivers who were racing each other before a crash which killed their friend have been jailed overtook each other several times while speeding through villages in East Yorkshire on 11 June 2022 was trying to get past Pettinger's Skoda Fabia when they collided on a bend on the B1249 near Driffield both pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and seriously injuring two others They were both sentenced to eight years in a young offenders institution and banned from driving for 12 years and four months said: "This was a tragic and entirely avoidable incident that claimed the life of a young teenager and caused serious injuries to others "The reckless actions of both drivers who engaged in dangerous driving by competitively overtaking each other and failing to consider the consequences have had devastating impacts on the lives of all those involved Hull Crown Court heard the crash happened in the early hours of 11 June as Walker and Pettinger drove at up to 90mph in 60mph zones the incident left an 18-year-old man with two broken wrists and a fractured sternum collapsed lungs and a damaged spleen that needed to be removed his family said he had a "zest for life" He was thriving and living his best life when it was tragically cut short and there are no words to describe how deeply he will be missed by all who knew him." Sgt Mazingham added: “This case serves as a stark reminder of the irreversible consequences of dangerous driving "Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of 17-year-old Jack Stabler who had the rest of his life ahead of him.” East Yorkshire Buses have announced three brand-new buses will be introduced to the X45 route between Market Weighton and York later this year These vehicles will replace older buses that were originally used to launch the service the X45 will be extended beyond Market Weighton to Driffield This extension is delivered with financial support from East Riding of Yorkshire Council The change will create a direct and easy-to-understand route from York to Driffield improving accessibility and simplifying journeys for thousands of passengers.​ now provides three buses per hour between Market Weighton This enhancement also means the service now offers the most frequent daytime fully stopping bus service along the entire length of the Hull Road corridor into York Commercial and Operations Director at East Yorkshire Buses said: “The remarkable 24.4% growth of the X45 reflects the demand for reliable The introduction of new vehicles later in the year and the extension to Driffield will make the route even more attractive to passengers.” Tel: 01377 828 121  Email: info@greatdriffieldradio.co.uk Privacy Policy | Competition Terms | Contact us Home » News » FCC Environment Shines at Driffield Show 2024 in Partnership with East Riding Council and Dove House in collaboration with East Riding Council and Dove House Hospice made a memorable appearance at the Driffield Show 2024 emphasising the importance of sustainable waste management The recycling and reuse stand was a hub of activity featuring engaging and educational displays aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of recycling and responsible waste disposal among visitors East Riding Council representatives were on hand to answer visitors’ questions about recycling practices Their expertise proved invaluable as they offered detailed explanations and practical advice on how to properly sort waste and the best ways to reduce household waste One of the standout features of the FCC Environment stand was an interactive game designed to educate attendees on recycling percentages visitors learned firsthand about the complexities and importance of proper recycling practices FCC Environment addressed a pressing contemporary issue: the proper disposal of vapes With the rise in popularity of electronic cigarettes many people remain unaware that batteries are one of the leading causes of fire within the waste industry and can lead to a disruption in the service provided to the public The stand featured informative displays and demonstrations on how to dispose of vapes correctly Visitors learned that vapes should not be placed in regular recycling bins The Reuse Shop’s success stories were a highlight of the event with many visitors inspired to rethink their own waste habits The team from Dove House were on hand to share insights into the positive environmental and social impacts of reusing goods The funds generated from the shop play a crucial role in supporting Dove House’s compassionate care services creating a full-circle benefit for the community The presence of these interactive elements at the recycling and reuse stand not only educated but also empowered visitors to take actionable steps toward better waste management The FCC Environment Press Office can be contacted on 01302 553454 or info@fccenvironment.co.uk marked for the attention of Press Office Or in writing at:FCC Environment Press Office3 Sidings CourtWhite Rose WayDoncasterDN4 5NU Registered in England and Wales No. 2674166 VAT reg: No. 637 8808 92 North Yorkshire Police say that thanks to a report from a concerned member of the public on Monday evening about a man who is believed to drive home after drinking in pubs in Malton (17 February 2025) the Response team officers were able to locate the white Vauxhall Astra van at 11.42pm as it was travelling towards North Grimston on the B1248 he did not to stop and headed over the county border After making Humberside Police control room aware the officers pursued the vehicle through Driffield town centre and then on the B1249 to North Frodingham stopping it at 12.28am when it went down a dead end to the south of the village was arrested and taken onto custody for questioning The man has been released on bail and will appear at Scarborough Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 6 March 2025 Emergency services attended however the pedestrian His family have been informed and are currently being supported by specialist trained officers at this extremely difficult time The road was closed at the time to allow emergency services to work safely or any further information that may assist officers with their ongoing enquiries please contact the non-emergency number 101 quoting log 130 of 2 January.  Essential upgrades on the Hull to Scarborough line will disrupt rail services through Driffield from Tuesday 28th Engineering work to Driffield’s Skerne Road level crossing is to improve rail reliability and enhance safety resurface the road and install new level crossing barriers Buses will replace trains between Beverley and Bridlington / Scarborough in both directions from 7:30pm on Thursday 30 January until Monday 3 February An accessible shuttle bus around the diversion will run every half an hour throughout the work “We strongly encourage all passengers to check National Rail Enquiries or their train operator’s website before travelling.” For more information, please visit: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/engineering-works/hunmanby-20250130/ For more information, please visit: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/engineering-works/beverley-hunmanby-20250201/ then failed to stop for police and later lied about his bike being stolen North Yorkshire police launched an investigation into the incident Woodward was prosecuted for dangerous driving and appeared at Scarborough Magistrates' Court to be sentenced yesterday after pleading guilty ordered to complete 200 hours of unpaid community work told to pay a total of £239 in costs and surcharges banned from driving for a year with and he will have to take an extended test before he’s allowed back on the road after his disqualification North Yorkshire police have released video footage of the offence which shows Woodward tearing towards a safety camera van on the evening of 31 May this year He is recorded riding in the oncoming carriageway on a high-performance Yamaha YZF R-1 riding along with the front wheel airborne while carrying a pillion passenger A few seconds later he passes the camera at 111mph with the whole incident caught on film Sergeant Michael Ray of North Yorkshire Police’s Traffic Bureau who led the investigation "This standard of driving is very clearly unacceptable and Woodward put himself his passenger and other road users at risk of serious injury or even death "We will not tolerate drivers who use public roads as their own personal racing track and we will take positive action against those who treat them as such "Our thorough investigation demonstrates the value of safety cameras on North Yorkshire's roads and shows that we can and will identify exactly who is responsible for an incident of this nature no matter what steps may be taken to disguise the fact." the road over the level crossing will be closed with diversion routes in place to allow teams to carry out a full renewal to the crossing and replace decades-old equipment The work will include replacing the level crossing deck upgrading the crossing from a two-barrier to a four-barrier system removing the wicket gate to improve vehicle access buses are replacing trains between Beverley and Scarborough in both directions Trains will then run again from Monday 3 February A shuttle bus service will also operate to transport pedestrians around the diversion scheme project manager for Network Rail’s Eastern region “These upgrades are essential for improving the reliability and long-term safety of this ageing level crossing Spare parts for the crossing are no longer available so causing significantly more disruption to the local community “We apologise for the disruption caused on this vital Hull to Scarborough line during the work and urge passengers to check National Rail Enquiries before they travel.” “We are advising all customers who will be travelling between Beverley and Scarborough to allow more time for their journeys while this essential work is taking place as rail replacement services will be running “This is an important project that will allow us to continue running a safe and reliable rail service for years to come and we’d like to thank everyone in advance for their patience.” The number of places that will be available at a some schools in Bridlington and Driffield next academic year is to be reduced as the schools respond to falling demand East Riding of Yorkshire Council says it has been working with schools to manage the supply of school places and to ensure that resources are allocated effectively The council must also make sure there are sufficient school places for current and future residents The council conducted a public consultation on the proposed changes between 9 October and 27 November 2024 Bridlington School is requesting a reduction in its PAN from 200 to 180 linked to a decline in the local population and parental preference Pupil projection information demonstrates a clear decline in pupil numbers which is projected to continue for the foreseeable future "reducing the PAN to 180 safeguards the financial viability of the school as staffing has been able to be reduced to accommodate this number of students." The school currently operates a six-form entry into Year 7 There were eight consultation responses regarding the proposed PAN change at Bridlington School Burlington Infant School is also requesting a decrease to its PAN The school is experiencing a fall in demand linked to a decline in the birth rate and pupil projection information shows a clear decline in pupil numbers The council notes that the physical accommodation of the school will not be reduced in a way that makes the decrease irreversible and that spaces can be used for other purposes It is likely that the admission number for Burlington Junior School will also need to change in line with the lower admission number for the infant school Hilderthorpe Primary School is proposing to reduce its PAN from 60 to 45 there is an average of 45 pupils across each year group within the school There are currently 45 pupils in the Reception year with data showing that only 34 of those live in the school’s catchment area Pupil projections indicate the highest forecast number on roll in Reception is likely to be 40 A response to the consultation from the Chair of Governors stated that the proposed reduction is at the request of officers in response to government instruction to address high surplus places in the area The governor also noted that there are around 200 houses nearing completion close to the school which may include more children in the future The council responded that this was not only affecting this school and that any changes to admission numbers were in line with demand Driffield CE VC Infant School is requesting a reduction in its admission number having considered the forecasts for projected pupil numbers and a wider context of falling birth rates locally and nationally The school is already using spare space for an enhanced resource provision for children with special educational needs The council has stated that it is working with schools to manage the supply of school places and to ensure that resources are allocated effectively "schools with high numbers of surplus places are often suffering from resourcing challenges and deficit budgets year on year." Councillor Aitken stated that she fully supports the changes and that the reality is that "this is in the context of our falling birth rate"