Two teenagers who died after a crash in Preston on New Year's Day have been named by their families. William Herbert, 16, from Howden, died at the scene, while 18-year-old Olly Mitchell, from Ellerton, later died in hospital after the grey Volkswagen Golf they were...
by Ray Duffill Angels, shepherds, wise folk and barnyard animals of all kinds dominated the scene at the Songbirds Christmas Nativity in St Augustine’s Church, Hedon. The venue was packed with parents and grandparents eager to see the famous story retold starring the...
Holderness Lions are once again bringing Santa’s Sleigh to Hedon and nearby villages, continuing the cherished annual tradition. Children will eagerly await a glimpse of Father Christmas as the sleigh makes its way through Sproatley, Hedon, Preston and Thorngumbald,...
by Ray Duffill Preston WI members have been busy this year knitting and crocheting poppies for a poppy cascade to adorn the village’s All Saints Church for Remembrance Day. The poppy cascade was installed from the church turret courtesy of the generous support of...
by Rebecca Hannant A year eight student at Holderness Academy has been awarded a Blue Peter badge after helping to raise money and awareness for a charity that supports children and their families who have limb differences. Throughout summer, Mason and his friend...
by Sam Hawcroft A petition calling for Withernsea’s mayor to serve a second term has attracted more than 180 signatures – and its organiser is now urging supporters to attend next week’s town council meeting to make their feelings known. Dave Penson launched the Save...
by Sam Hawcroft Hedon’s 679th Mayor, Cllr Suzie Wright, welcomed civic leaders and community representatives from across the region as the town held its annual Mayor’s Civic Service on Sunday. The traditional event saw the Humberside and South Yorkshire Army Cadet...
by Sam Hawcroft A powerful evening organised by Preston WI brought together campaigners, charities, community leaders and support organisations to raise awareness of domestic abuse – and to ask what more can be done locally to help those affected. The No More Violence...
by John Prince Every year, as part of the Alzheimer’s Society’s fundraising efforts, Memory Walks are held across the country, bringing together thousands of people to remember loved ones, support those living with dementia and raise money for vital services and...
by John Prince Every year, as part of the Alzheimer’s Society’s fundraising efforts, Memory Walks are held across the country, bringing together thousands of people to remember loved ones, support those living with dementia and raise money for vital services and...
A vicar whose journey to Holderness began on the other side of the world is to be thanked for his ministry this weekend. A celebration for Rev Alisdair Laird will be held at St Patrick’s Church, Patrington, on Saturday, October 17, as he prepares to retire. Rev Laird,...
