Church closes after a century of worship
by John Prince A village church that has welcomed worshippers for more than 100 years is to close. Leven Methodist Church in East Street was opened in 1892, replacing the original 1816 chapel on the same site. At one point, Leven had two different chapels in East...
Animal therapy centre in appeal to boost accessibility
by Rebecca Hannant An equestrian therapy centre in Leven is fundraising for an accessible portable toilet so more people with disabilities can enjoy the support on offer. Owned by animal lover and counsellor Kirsty Mills, East Yorkshire Equine Therapy CIC is an...
Man charged over knifepoint robbery in village shop
by John Prince A 27-year-old man from Beverley has been charged after allegedly threatening staff with a knife during a robbery at a shop in Leven. It happened on Sunday, October 5, just after midday at Budgens in West Street. It was reported that the man had entered...
Girls earn place in netball’s Yorkshire Regional League
White Cross Cyclone, an under-16 side from the White Cross Netball Club based in Leven, have once again proven their strength on the court, playing above themselves to earn a place in the Yorkshire Regional League after an outstanding performance at the recent County...








