‘Sleigh’ of presents arrives at community pantry
By Rebecca Hannant A Halsham resident has been collecting presents to give to children this Christmas. Shell Olushola realised that although this is traditionally a time of giving, this year will be different for many, and some young people in our area could wake up...
Choir and dancers brighten up a dull day
By Terry Bearpark It certainly was the festive season at Withernsea High School on Saturday afternoon as the Withernsea Ladies Choir presented their Christmas Concert. Joining the choir were the Withernsea Primary School Choir, the Withernsea High School dance group...
Pupils’ Santa run is welcome boost for Dove House Hospice
By Rebecca Hannant Year 7 students at Holderness Academy have participated in a Santa run to raise money for Dove House Hospice. Donning Santa hats and Christmas jumpers, the students ran the entirety of the school field alongside their teachers. A bun sale was also...
Children delighted by girl’s ‘act of kindness’
By Rebecca Hannant A Withernsea teenager has raised money to deliver gifts to children this Christmas. Phoebe Spokes, 13, who has learning difficulties, embarked on her fundraising challenge as part of a project at school where she was asked to show an act of...
