Postwar city story comes to town
A new show telling the story of life in postwar Hull will be performed in Hedon later this month. On Saturday, September 19, Hull Community Theatre and the May Geslins will present Dear Hearts and Gentle People, which is set in a fictional east Hull terrace between...
Young farmer nominated for national award
by Sam Hawcroft A Hedon florist who helped save Thorngumbald Young Farmers’ Club from closure has been shortlisted for a national award. Katie Acey, who runs Floral Curiosity in Hedon, is one of five finalists for the Heart of YFC Award at the National Federation of...
Town prepares crafty welcome for Tour of Britain riders
by Sam Hawcroft Hedon families are being invited to make plenty of noise as the Tour of Britain races through the town next month. Stage three of the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men will start in Hull on Friday, September 4, before heading into the East Riding and along...
‘Please help us find a location for our Men in Sheds workshop’
by Sam Hawcroft Hedon & District Men in Sheds has renewed its appeal for suitable premises after a potential location fell through following about four months of discussions. The group, which was formed last year with the aim of establishing a workshop serving...
Hedon bike meet turns yellow for air ambulance
by Sam Hawcroft A weekly motorcycle meet in Hedon supported Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s Turn Yorkshire Yellow Week on Monday, July 6. Visitors to the gathering at St Augustine’s Church were encouraged to add a splash of yellow to their outfits in recognition of the...
