Drug addict’s burglary terrified OAP victims
A MOTHER wept as her drug addict son was jailed for 24 months after burgling the home of a Driffield woman in her 70s who was recovering from major surgery.Judge James Sampson said repeat-offender...
View ArticleCranswick have nothing to show for their efforts
On a mild and sunny afternoon, United were back to league action when they entertained Parkhouse at Rotsea Lane.However, not for the first time this season, the football was overshadowed by an...
View ArticleUnbeaten after close games
A wet and misty Rec greeted the Driffield Cobras U10s for their game on Sunday against Tickton Thunder who always provide tough opposition for the Driffield boys.Cobras started well carrying on their...
View ArticleHelp is available
a CHARITY which helps ex service personnel is seeking to raise its profile in the Driffield area.Many people who have served in the Armed Forces are not aware that they are eligible for help from...
View ArticleGuide to gift buying
SOON Christmas decorations and all things festive will be present at every corner you turn, and if that’s not incentive enough to get on with shopping and plans then perhaps our gift guide can help! Of...
View ArticleBreaking nudes – Swiss plan ban on naked hiking - THE ORB
EVERY time I wash my face, I hear a voice from my childhood whispering: “Don’t forget behind your ears”Which is odd, because I’m not schizophrenic and I don’t think in my life I have ever forgotten...
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Wetwang events management business Nimbus Solution International Ltd and Humber travel company Good Travel Management have agreed an exclusive partnership deal to expand the services both firms...
View ArticleOpen verdict at inquest
MYSTERY still surrounds what caused the sudden death of a widow at her home in Garton-on-the-Wolds.Hull Coroners Court has heard that the body of Jacqueline Wilks, 62, of Main Street was so decomposed...
View ArticleHave a merry makeover!
GOT the sparkly accessories and dazzling dresses sussed? Don’t even think about stepping onto a dancefloor without a party season makeover to complete your look.Give the au naturel look a swerve and...
View ArticleCook up a festive treat from Mary
Ingredients75g (3oz) butter, softened, plus extra for greasing450g (1lb) dried fruit (use a mixture of sultanas, raisins and snipped apricots)1 small cooking apple, peeled, cored and roughly chopped...
View ArticlePolice campaign targeting drink and drug drivers
HUMBERSIDE Police are gearing up to tackle drink and drug drivers over the festive period.The Safer Roads Humber Partnership, supported by charities BRAKE and Crimestoppers, launched the campaign on...
View ArticleLeave leaves for hedgehogs
IN THIS mild November, trees have been reluctant to let go of their leaves.But most of them are bare now and even the oak leaves, which are always last, are trickling to the ground. As garden plants...
View ArticleWildlife Watch with Kate Humble
Brrrrr, winter is definitely here, the trees are bare, although it’s still mild enough to be out in the garden. Whether or not you’ve got jobs to do, you can still indulge in a bit of birdwatching. You...
View ArticleHi-tech learning
THE University of Hull Centre for Lifelong Learning has teamed up with Cass Hall on King Street, Driffield to offer two 10 week I.T courses.The courses are aimed at beginners and those with a little...
View ArticleOld Boys top the table again
Nafferton Old boys returned to the top of the Division with another 4-3 win away from home. After a last minute winner away to Woodlands last week Old Boys travelled to Humbleton to play Long...
View Articlestroll for woodhouse
DRIFFIELD’S Curtis Woodhouse sent out a message to his rivals with a classy fourth-round stoppage victory over Gary McArthur.Curtis, 31, was scheduled to box Jason Cook, but he pulled out less than 48...
View ArticleCurfew in place after man takes care of son
A MAN who unexpectedly found himself in sole charge of his two year old child had 99 hours of unpaid work removed from his community order and replaced with a curfew.At Bridlington Magistrates’ Court...
View ArticlePolice launch ‘Watch Pads’
SPECIALLY designed note pads have been created and will be trialled in Driffield for residents to record suspicious activity in their area.The ‘Community Watch Pads’ have been designed by members of...
View ArticleDo you know these two men?
POLICE have released these CCTV images in relation to an alleged raid at a Driffield town centre store.Two PSP Computer consoles, several DS Computer games and Wii accessories were stolen during a...
View ArticleChristmas tips
IT’S that time of the year again when we are thinking about Christmas.I get a lot of questions around this time of the year about Christmas trees. Here are a few tips when buying a tree:l Nordmann Fir...
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