by Rebecca Hannant Withernsea’s festival season gets under way this weekend with the return of the popular Pirate Festival – ahead of Withstock and Blue Light Weekend in the coming weeks. On Saturday, July 19, organisers Lin and Will Wilson will host the second annual...
by Rebecca Hannant A Withernsea woman is stepping into the ring at this summer’s Battle at the Seaside boxing event to raise money for a local domestic abuse charity. On August 23, Hull Road playing fields will host the annual charity event, which sees amateur boxers...
by Terry Bearpark The newly refurbished premises of the Withernsea and District Lions Club’s charity shop were officially opened last Friday. The shop, located in central Queen Street opposite the post office, had temporarily relocated during the refurbishment but is...
by Sam Hawcroft A major new attraction at this summer’s Blue Light Weekend in Withernsea will be the launch of a dedicated Military Village – a large interactive area celebrating the history, people and future of Britain’s armed forces. Set on the green at the top of...
by Tim Nuttall Acclaimed chamber orchestra the Manchester Camerata is returning to Withernsea for a special concert celebrating “harmony, heritage, and shared moments”. Featuring performances from Withernsea Ladies’ Choir, Hornsea Choir, and collaborations with...
by John Prince A long-awaited car parking review across Hornsea is live on the East Riding Council website, allowing people to put their suggestions forward about current parking and access issues across the town. Hornsea has faced growing parking pressures in recent...
Unsubstantiated claims that sewage is washing up on Hornsea beach are damaging the town’s economy and putting tourists off visiting the resort, councillors have warned. At the latest meeting of Hornsea Town Council, East Riding councillor Barbara Jefferson condemned...
by Sam Hawcroft Withernsea legend Dot Perkins celebrated her 96th birthday in style with a surprise trike ride through the town – joking that she was the day’s “real carnival queen”. Dot was treated to the ride on Saturday, August 15, courtesy of Paul Whitehead at...
by Gazette Reporter People living with mental health conditions must have a greater say in the services they rely on, as a worldwide campaign warns that listening to their experiences is not enough unless it leads to meaningful change. The World Federation for Mental...
by John Prince A retired midwife who was unable to walk after developing a condition that left her with severe numbness and loss of movement in the lower part of her body has completed her month-long charity walk, raising over £1,000. Rosie Bullard from Hornsea...
by John Prince Older people in Hornsea have been sharing their experiences and giving feedback about what they value about where they live and what could be better, to enable them to live well, stay connected and remain part of community life. An event was held at St...
