Charity Partnership with Morrisons will help families supported by Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice Together for Short Lives and Morrisons have announced a new partnership that will provide vital support for families cared for by Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice. Out of more than 100 charities to apply, Together for Short Lives - the only charity supporting the UK’s 54 children’s By The Editor • 3 min read
Arts&Culture Robert Indiana: Sculpture March 2022 – January 2023 Yorkshire Sculpture Park Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is pleased to announce the first major sculpture exhibition in Europe of American artist Robert Indiana (1928-2018). Spanning 60 years of the artist’s career, the exhibition will include a dynamic display of outdoor and indoor sculpture, along with significant paintings and prints, many of which By The Editor • 4 min read
Business Freeman of the City of London for Yorkshire businessman At a ceremony held today at London’s famous Guildhall, Yorkshire businessman Sir Rodney Walker was installed as a Freeman of the City of London by Special nomination for services to sport in the UK. In his letter of invitation from the Clerk to the Chamberlains Court sent on behalf By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leeds-based tech firm appoints new SaaS implementation manager Yorkshire-headquartered construction and rail tech company, eviFile, has appointed Troy Mann as its new SaaS onboarding and implementation manager – to uphold unrivalled levels of customer experience throughout the built environment. The independent SaaS firm – which counts the likes of Network Rail, SPL, United Utilities, and Drax among its roster – is By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Helmsley Group completes significant out-of-town letting to Morrison Water Services Yorkshire property development and investment specialist, Helmsley Group, has announced the letting of 9,822 sq ft at its Kingston House development, located at Junction 27 Business Park in Birstall. Following refurbishment, the space will be occupied by leading service provider Morrison Water Services, which has recently rebranded from Morrison By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Specsavers vacancies come into view for East Riding residents Specsavers Cottingham has revealed it is recruiting for over half a dozen local positions at all levels of the business and is calling on local East Riding residents to come forward for consideration. The announcement of the store launch, which is expected to open in early 2022, follows a significant By The Editor • 2 min read
Charity A fundraising feat for charity runner Chris A local ICT manager is heading towards the finish line of his charity challenge to run 2021 miles in aid of Cancer Research UK. Oakenshaw-based Chris Reay has committed to raising £2021 for the charity by running 2021 miles over the course of this year — of which he’s already By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Hull pet shop opens grooming parlour at Priority Space retail park A family business which has seen sales more than double in just over a year is opening a new grooming parlour next door to its pet shop in Monks Way, Hull. Owners of the Pet Van Store, Paul and Leanne Nightingale have taken on a second unit at the community By The Editor • 2 min read
Business House builder secures site for new homes in Bridlington National homebuilder Keepmoat Homes has announced the completion of its latest acquisition in Bridlington. The land, which was previously used for the Strawberry Fields car boot sale, has been purchased from private landowners for an undisclosed sum and will be transformed into a new housing development. The site has been By The Editor • 2 min read
Food&Drink Leeds Kirkgate Market launches online shopping experience with sustainable delivery service Steeped in tradition, Leeds’ iconic Kirkgate Market is preparing for an exciting next stage in its evolution, creating a new online market shopping experience in the city. The market has teamed up with Good Sixty, an online marketplace for independent and artisan food producers, to provide a sustainable local delivery By The Editor • 2 min read
National Choosing between Messi or Juninho may be a surprise! No-one would expect a conversation with the CEO of a council would contain such a fascinating array of subjects. From the mysteries of just who decides where roundabouts are built, to the choice between fish and chips or a Parmo, this is a hugely entertaining chat. Leeds City Council chief By The Editor • 1 min read
Food&Drink A taste of the Caribbean comes back to The ‘Haus’ This month, the flavours of the Caribbean will be winging their way back to Roundhay when Chophaus invites top chef, Dom Taylor to take over their kitchen. On 29th November, customers can tuck into inspired Caribbean food with soul. Despite being most commonly known as a steakhouse and bar, the By The Editor • 2 min read
