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New Yorkshire Air Ambulance helicopter lands in Goole

The new, first of its kind, Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) helicopter was in Goole yesterday evening to deal with a medical emergency.

Brownies go green

The Friends of Howden Marsh Group has teamed up with Howden Brownies to plant 70 new trees in the nature reserve.

Goole groups launch Easter Egg appeal

A number of organisations across Goole are teaming up to spread some Easter bunny magic, by collecting Easter Eggs for local children.

Local man sleeps rough to help homeless veterans

A man from Crowle is taking part in a month-long sleep out to raise awareness and funds for homeless veterans.

Drax asthma case dropped by HSE

A prosecution against the owners of the UK’s largest power station has been dropped by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Rotary Club raises £784 for earthquake disaster fund

The Rotary Club of Howden has raised a fantastic £784 for victims of the Syria and Turkey earthquake.

Awards honour for Peatland Railway

Crowle Peatland Railway have been shortlisted for a prestigious Heritage Railway Association (HRA) Award.

Cliffe aid drivers witness tragic aftermath of Turkish earthquake

A husband-and-wife lorry-driving team have paid tribute to the ‘amazing people’ affected by the horrific earthquakes in Turkey.

From Women at War to the Yorkshire Watermen

Snaith Historical Society’s next meeting will feature a talk on the lives of the Yorkshire Watermen.

February 24, 2023

Legion unveils tribute bench

A new memorial bench has been unveiled at Goole Cenotaph to pay tribute to local people who have fought for our county.

February 23, 2023

Motorists warned of road closure

Drivers are advised that part of the M180 in South Yorkshire remains shut as a result of an earlier collision involving four vehicles.

February 21, 2023

Calling local artists

Goole Museum is looking for artists and creative people living in and around Goole to submit artwork for their annual Open Art Exhibition.

February 20, 2023

Force tackles troublesome truckers

More than 100 traffic offence reports were issued by Humberside Police’s Roads Policing Unit last week as part of a national initiative to identify commercial vehicle drivers committing offences.

February 15, 2023

Goole library to close for five weeks

East Riding libraries have announced that Goole Library will be closed for five weeks to allow for major building works and the addition of new services on site.

February 13, 2023

M62 closed due to accident

A section of the M62 motorway near Howden is currently closed due to an accident.

February 10, 2023

Doting daughter seeks help in saving LIVES

A local woman is raising money for an incredible charity that provided critical care for her late dad during his time of need.

February 9, 2023

Cancer support group celebrates 10th anniversary

An incredible cancer support group in Goole has celebrated its ten-year anniversary recently.

February 9, 2023

Jobs boost thanks to new production line for Howdens

Trade kitchen supplier, Howdens has unveiled a new state of the art, multi-million pound production line and extension, which aims to boost the company’s manufacturing capability and create jobs locally.

February 3, 2023

Locals ready to compete at disability games

Howden Rotary Club is gearing up to take part in this year’s Maritime Group of Rotary Clubs’ Disability Games.

February 3, 2023

Still time to put yourself forward for business awards

The 2023 Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards are still open for entry.

February 2, 2023

Sign language instruction notices installed in West Park

New signs in Goole’s West Park are helping to make the town more inclusive by teaching people the basic’s of British Sign Language (BSL).

February 2, 2023

Special status awarded to Wellybobs Nursery

Wellybobs Day Nursery in Howden is the very first setting in the area to achieve the Makaton Friendly Silver Status.

January 27, 2023

Tributes paid to former Goole Vicar

Former Goole Vicar, Reverend Timothy Leach has sadly died at the age of 81.

January 26, 2023

Ouse bridge repair work due to finish next winter

National Highways have issued an update about the ongoing works to the M62 Ouse Bridge.

January 23, 2023

Reedness Primary opens hall as community cafe

Reedness Primary School have opened a community cafe in their school hall to bring residents of all ages together.

January 19, 2023

Chairman’s Awards scheduled to return following hiatus

Following a two-year break, nominations are now open for the 2023 East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Chairman’s Awards.

January 16, 2023

Many local bus fares capped at £2 until April

Fares for thousands of bus users in the Goole and Selby area have been capped at £2 per single journey until the end of March, meaning travel will be significantly cheaper for most travellers.

January 12, 2023

Body found at Goole Marina

Officers from Humberside Police are currently in attendance at Goole Marina after a body was found in the water.

January 9, 2023

Young Farmers harvest £510 for UK Sepsis charity

Goole Young Farmers have helped to raise over £510 for The UK Sepsis Trust after holding a Carol Concert.

January 6, 2023

Brownies and Rainbows donate to Goole charity

Gilberdyke Rainbows and Brownies have been busy during the festive season.

January 5, 2023

Preparation course for prospective volunteers

If the arrival of the New Year has got you thinking about taking on a new challenge or starting a new activity, why not consider volunteering.

January 3, 2023

Woman to appear in court today charged with murder

A woman has been charged with murder in connection with the death of Paul Hanson in West Cowick on December 28.

December 31, 2022

West Cowick murder victim named by police

Police have this afternoon named the victim of yesterday's murder in West Cowick.

December 29, 2022

Woman arrested on suspicion of murder in West Cowick

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in West Cowick, near Snaith.

December 29, 2022

Pupils touched by hamper donations

Kingsway School pupils and their families have received a much needed festive boost after generous people donated items to make luxury Christmas hampers for more than 20 children.

December 27, 2022

Try something new in 2023

East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Adult Learning and Employabilty team is back with another ‘try month’ at Goole learning centre.

December 23, 2022