Local News

Demand from Yorkshire and Humber to restore Beeching lines as deadline for proposals closes

Seven bids to build or reopen lines and stations closed during the Beeching cuts, with the potential to level up regional economies and boost access to jobs and education, have been received from across Yorkshire and Humber, the Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris has announced today (Tuesday, June 30).

East Riding Libraries and Customer Services set to reopen

Following the government announcement last week, East Riding of Yorkshire Council has issued updates about the first phase of the reopening of its libraries, mobile libraries, and Customer Service Centres.

Council calls for public support to keep East Riding safe

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is asking the public to get behind its plans for a COVID-safe East Riding.

Bridlington Spa to reopen on 6 July

Bridlington Spa is delighted to announce that they will reopen on Monday 6 July.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council announces the reopening of more of its tourist facilities and attractions

Following the government’s announcements on 23 June, East Riding of Yorkshire Council is now able to issue updates on the reopenings of more of its facilities for residents and visitors.

Witness appeal to fatal collision between car and motorbike on A166 between Gate Helmsley and Dunnington

Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision between a car and a motorbike to contact them.

Appeal for witnesses to fatal collision on A165

A 55-year-old North Yorkshire man has sadly died this morning after his motorbike collided with a stationary roadsweeper on the A165 at Carnaby.

Great Driffield Radio short listed in 2020 Chairman's Awards

The 2020 East Riding of Yorkshire Council Chairman’s Awards are set to take place next month with a virtual ceremony and Great Driffield Radio has been nominated in the Chairman's Business Award category!

Bridlington Park and Ride buses and Land Trains will start on Saturday, 4 July

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced that the popular Bridlington Park and Ride bus service will start on Saturday, 4 July, and will run until early November, seven days a week.

Dog Restrictions on East Riding beaches will be enforced from 4 July

Dog owners are being reminded that restrictions excluding their pets from certain parts of beaches along the East Coast will be enforced from Saturday, 4 July this year, having been temporarily suspended in May.