Sad death of East Riding Town Crier, Michael Wood
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It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael Wood, the East Riding Town Crier.
Michael has been the town crier for East Riding of Yorkshire Council since 1997 when he won the ceremonial role in a competition.
Since then he has become a familiar face at events across the East Riding in his green and gold robes and tricorn hat, attending council meetings, agricultural shows, open days and celebrations.
Councillor Linda Johnson, chairman of the council said: “Michael has been a tremendous town crier and has become synonymous with the East Riding. He opened and attended so many events and was always enthusiastic and smiling. He will be sorely missed and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.”
Lloyds Tour of Britain returns this September
 Details of the stage routes have been announced for the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Men's cycle race. Stage Three of the national championship will start in Hull on Friday, 4 September and move into the East Riding, with the finish line in Beverley. Throughout the competition, the world’s best riders will face 878.8km (546 miles) of racing across the total of five stages which start in Lincolnshire, before moving up the coast to East Yorkshire, then into North Yorkshire, before heading to the Scottish Borders for its conclusion.
Beverley will take centre stage as the host town for the finish line of the stage. After travelling from Hull via the East Yorkshire coast and the Yorkshire Wolds, riders will enter Beverley via New Walk. Riders will then face four 16km circuits from Beverley to Walkington and Bishop Burton, passing the Beverley Racecourse finish line on three occasions before the stage winner is crowned.
East Riding Music Service hits a high note celebrating 30 years of music
 East Riding Music Service has celebrated 30 years with a variety of music events.
The Music Service began 30 years ago with one orchestra, and has grown to 13 ensembles, and music lessons being offered in almost all East Riding schools.
More than 5,000 pupils have a weekly music lesson at school, and 430 young people are regularly involved in an ensemble or music group; from guitar, string and ERock, to wind band, percussion and jazz. To mark the 30-year milestone, pupils, parents and music staff celebrated through musical events.
Polling districts and polling places review survey
 We are conducting a review of polling districts and polling places in accordance with the Electoral Registration and Administration Act of 2013. The aim of the review is to ensure the current polling districts and stations are appropriate for the areas that they cover, that all electors have reasonable and practicable facilities for voting and that, as far as is reasonable and practicable, polling places are accessible to all electors, including those who are disabled.
Secondary pupils benefit from innovative health education through interactive theatre
 Pupils in East Riding secondary schools have benefited from live theatre to bring to life learning about physical and emotional health.
'One of My Friends' uses live theatre and discussion to bring to life learning about physical and emotional health with Key Stage 3 pupils. The performance, and discussion, provide Year 7 and 8 pupils with tools to consider the elements that influence their feelings and emotional health. Pupils listen to a series of characters telling their stories about the challenges they are facing.
Slight delay to Weel bridge improvements
 The project has been delayed by around four weeks, due to engineers discovering crucial new issues within the aluminium structure, which have been caused by corrosion over the years.
Extra repairs and safety checks are now needed, delaying the project by around four weeks. The bridge is now due to return and reopen to the public in August, rather than in July as originally scheduled.
Headteachers conference focuses on strengthening inclusion
 Headteachers, senior leaders and governors from East Riding’s primary and secondary schools joined with a united purpose to strengthen inclusion across schools. Each year the Headteachers conference provides an opportunity for senior leaders to take time out to focus on a topic, to reflect and improve education for children.
This year’s theme was strengthening inclusion so that every child can achieve and thrive.
Watch out for rogue traders
 Doorstep crime and rogue trading can have a significant impact on residents, particularly older and more vulnerable people. Remain vigilant when dealing with unexpected callers, take time to consider any offers made, and seek independent advice before agreeing to work or making payments. Taking simple precautions can help protect you becoming a victim of fraud and scams.
3G football pitch opens at East Riding Leisure Haltemprice
 A new full-size 3G football pitch at East Riding Leisure Haltemprice has now been successfully completed and opened to the public.
The project was made possible thanks to £2.1m funding from commuted sums investment, including £975k from the Premier League, The FA and the Government’s Football Foundation and further contributions from East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
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