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Airmyn villagers unveil bench in honour of much-loved Margaret

A bench has been installed in Airmyn in honour of a late resident, Margaret Hayton.

August 18, 2021

Club launched to help men’s mental health

A man from Goole who was left “grief stricken” after his mum passed away, has launched a men’s mental health group in Goole to help get men talking.

August 12, 2021

MP visits Eastoft’s community book exchange

Goole and Brigg MP, Andrew Percy and North Lincolnshire Councillors, John Briggs and Julie Reed visited residents in Eastoft this week to view the community book exchange they helped to fund.

August 12, 2021

Charity football match for Donna achieves its goal

A charity football match held in honour of an Eastrington athlete who took her own life has raised more than £4,500.

August 12, 2021

Aerobics class raises charity cash

A dozen men shimmied in fancy dress to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

August 12, 2021

Rotary Club gets back in the saddle

Howden Rotary Club has announced its popular Sponsored Cycle Ride event will return next month.

August 12, 2021

New president Maureen handed chains of office by Rotary Club

New president Maureen handed chains of office by Rotary Club

August 12, 2021

Saltmarshe Hall opens gardens to the public

Saltmarshe Hall welcomed nearly 500 visitors through its gates last week as it opened its gardens to the public as part of the National Garden Scheme’s open gardens event.

August 12, 2021

Drax on course to deliver ambitious green scheme

Drax Group has revealed it is on track to become one of Europe’s lowest carbon intensive power generators after data from the company’s half-year financial results showed the company has reduced carbon emissions by 90 per cent in the last decade.

A fond farewell to Little Anne

A Howden “stalwart” who has spent years volunteering at Howden Shire Hall and on the estate on which she lives, was given a surprise send off by her neighbours before she makes the move to her new retirement home in York.

School bids a fun farewell to pupils

Howden Junior School held a jam packed activity day to send their year 6 pupils off to high school in style.

Eggborough regeneration launches with a bang

Four cooling towers at the former Eggborough Power Station have been demolished in a “major milestone” in the regeneration of the site.

Local youngsters raise cash for good causes

Two kind-hearted youngsters from Eastrington have raised £105 for two good causes after holding a cake and book stall in their garden.

NHS Trust gains kudos for commitment to conservation

The Trust that runs Goole Hospital has been recognised for going green.

Wartime bomb discovered in Goole

A 500lb unexploded WW2 bomb found on the new Beal Homes housing development in Goole has been safely detonated by the Armed Forces’ Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team.

Local organisations get chance to shine

More than 20 charities and organisations that work in Goole came together to celebrate and highlight their work this weekend.

Blue plaque plan to celebrate inspirational woman

A blue plaque may be installed on the Royal Hotel in honour of the first female member of the Institute of Quarry Managers.

Blue plaque honour for two landmarks

A blue plaque will be installed on two historic buildings.

School asks for book donations

Howden Junior School is appealing for residents to donate a book to the school to help pupils continue developing their passion for reading.

£3million boost for town’s economy

Almost £3million will be injected into the economy as local jobs are supported in the build of Goole’s new rail manufacturing facility.

Treehouse nursery praised by Ofsted

Staff at a new Eastrington nursery are celebrating their “glowing” Ofsted report.

Business Centre reaches milestone

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has celebrated a milestone in the construction of the multi-million pound RaisE Business Centre in Goole with a ‘steel signing’ launch event.

Restaurateur’s plea as fire destroys premises

A £30,000 fundraiser has been launched after a fire ripped through an Indian restaurant in Howden.

Slapstick sessions beckon for Goole performer

A former Goole Amateur performer has been accepted to a clown school in France.

Reunion cycle ride comes to town

Former members of Vermuyden Cycling Club reunited for the first time in nearly 30 years this weekend to take part in a special reunion cycle ride.

Flood defence repairs nearing completion

A £10million package of flood defence repairs are almost complete, and a further £3million of funding has been secured to make communities along the lower River Aire more resilient to climate change.

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Boost for village hall

Eastrington Village Hall Association is celebrating following the installation of new automatic doors at the venue.

Goole to apply for city status

Goole Town Councillors have unanimously agreed to apply for city status.

Howden MP praises hospital for Covid response

MP David Davis visited a facility that’s been “integral” in supporting the NHS through the pandemic.

Threesy does it for fundraising family

A family from Howden have completed a gruelling three-day hiking challenge to raise money to install a water pump in a village in Uganda.

Goole Academy visit for MP

Goole MP Andrew Percy visited pupils at Goole Academy recently to share his knowledge, experiences and help their learning.

Check your post for recycling site passes

All vehicles entering East Riding household recycling sites will soon be required to display a resident’s pass to gain entry.

Local hospital trust shortlisted for patient safety award

The hospital trust that runs Goole, Scunthorpe and Grimsby hospitals, as well as community services in North Lincolnshire, has been shortlisted for a Health Service Journal (HSJ) Patient Safety Award.

Bid to renovate church through pedal power

St Mary’s Church in Hook is looking for cyclists who can face a 200-mile challenge in aid of a major renovation.

Finding art in nature at Oakhill Reserve

Bespoke sculptures have landed at Oakhill Nature Reserve as part of its £300,000 upgrade.

Aldi bid to open new Goole store

Aldi confirm they are looking to open new store in Goole.