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Urgent warning after more than 15 tragic deaths
East Riding of Yorkshire Council says it is 'essential families are aware of the risks and understand how to keep themselves and others safe'
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Warm tributes to renowned Yorkshire artist David Hockney who had a 'good eye and good taste'
David Hockney, one of the most celebrated and influential British artists of modern times, extensively painted the landscapes of East Yorkshire
The latest events from the villages and clubs around Bridlington
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Proposal to build 120 homes on Easton Road in Bridlington
A proposal to develop 120 homes on Easton Road in Bridlington have been submitted to East Riding of Yorkshire Council by Esh Construction and Richard Roberts.
MP visits golf club as it launches new course layout
Bridlington and the Wolds MP Charlie Dewhirst was recently invited to Bridlington Golf Club as it launched a new course layout.
East Yorkshire man banned from keeping animals after dog left in 'extreme discomfort'
A dog owner has been banned from keeping animals for two years after his shar pei was found to be suffering from a severe skin condition and sadly had to be put to sleep
Bridlington gearing up for Heritage Open Days event
This year’s Heritage Open Days event will take place between Friday, September 11 and Sunday, September 20 – and plans are underway to showcase the heritage and history in Bridlington and the Old Town.
Hull school launches investigation after sensitive info is sent to parents in mass email
Horizon Academy Trust says it has launched an internal investigation and notified the Information Commissioner's Office
Fine Art and Whimsical range inspired by the Yorkshire Coast
A small family-run creative business in Bridlington is using inspiration from the Yorkshire Coast, countryside and the area’s wildlife to develop its new collections.
MP’s competition celebrates best chippies with two Bridlington venues voted into the top three
Bridlington and the Wolds MP Charlie Dewhirst has revealed the top plaiced fish and chip shops in his competition to mark National Fish and Chip Day.
Seafest celebrates everything that makes this coastline so special
Hundreds of people descended on Bridlington on Saturday (June 6) to enjoy this year’s Seafest – a celebration of all things connected to the sea.
Plans to close Bridlington elderly ward to be reviewed
Proposals had been made to shut the facility this month
Bridlington Care Unit closure postponed after Charlie Dewhirst MP's petition gains nearly 6,000 signatures
Charlie Dewhirst, Member of Parliament for Bridlington and The Wolds, has welcomed the decision by York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to postpone the closure of Bridlington Hospital Care Unit, originally planned for June 1.
Police cordon off beach area in Bridlington as ordnance device detonated
Part of Bridlington was cordoned off to the public following the discovery of a suspected ordnance device in the Foresters Way area.
The latest events from the villages and clubs around Bridlington
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Busy weekend for Coastguard teams at Flamborough
A dramatic rescue unfolded at Pigeon Hole, Flamborough last Friday (May 29), after a person became stranded halfway down the cliffs in a dangerous attempt to retrieve a bag that had fallen over the edge.
Seaside town 1 hour from Hull was home to huge Butlin's – now it looks totally different
The North Yorkshire town was once home to one of the UK's largest Butlin's holiday camps, drawing over 150,000 visitors a year
Meet the family who have taken the Hull City v Boro play-off final to a whole new level
The Bowleys are split right down the middle on football allegiances today with two of them supporting Hull City and the other two backing The Boro
Fishing family to reopen much loved Flamborough pub after 18 month closure
'It’s really exciting that we’re making it our own, reinstating it at the heart of village life'
‘What matters most is that local people feel the benefit of all this’ - Luke Campbell on launch of landmark growth strategy
The plans set out ‘exactly how we’re going to grow’