Hull Daily Mail (UK) back issues from December 2008:
Inside page glead wordagg ; Hundreds of sports fans are receiving breaking news about their favourite club thanks to the Mail's Sportsflash service.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hundreds of sports fans are receiving breaking news about theirfavourite club thanks to the Mail's Sportsflash service. The service provides exclusive stories on Hull City, Hull FC andHull KR straight to your mobile phone. It means you can keep up to date with what is happening ...
Give your business a clean bill of health ; Businesses in the region are being urged to take advantage of a free health checks designed to help them through the economic downturn.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Businesses in the region are being urged to take advantage of afree health checks designed to help them through the economicdownturn. The service is being offered by Business Link Yorkshire as partof a pounds1.4m package of practical measures to target specificproblems within a ...
A harder, meaner look for Peter Pan
Dec 01, 2008 ... "The last time I was Peter Pan, I played it in a far more'Received Pronunciation' way," said James. "It was more 'Oh,helloow.' "As I am Scottish and the director's Scottish, we decided to playthis a bit more Scots. It's not Glaswegian, but it's a bit rougheredged." The ...
30 years of panto for berwick kaler
Dec 01, 2008 ... There will be laughs, larks and landmarks aplenty when Yorkwelcomes its most "historically inaccurate" panto ever next week. Dick Turpin will be dishing out the derring-do and dashinghighway robbery when he begins a seven-week run at the TheatreRoyal, next Thursday. But it will be ...
The deep's pounds2.3m loan repayment on hold ; Hull's top tourist attraction is caught up in possible tax review, the Mail can reveal today.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hull's top tourist attraction is caught up in possible taxreview, the Mail can reveal today. The move by HM Customs and Revenue has left The Deep unable torepay a pounds2.3m loan to Hull City Council. Today, The Deep's chief executive Colin Brown said the issue didnot affect ...
Port officials destroy Chinese food shipped into city ; Hull: A large consignment of Chinese food shipped into the city has been seized and destroyed by port officials.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hull: A large consignment of Chinese food shipped into the cityhas been seized and destroyed by port officials. About 3.5-tons of various foods were surrendered after achemical and bacterial examinations revealed some contained illegalproducts. The tests also showed a ...
Boxing club's pride in helping train Luke tobe a knockout in the ring ; Hidden up a set of stairs in North Churchside in the city centre, St Paul's Amateur Boxing Club is everything you imagine it to be.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hidden up a set of stairs in North Churchside in the city centre,St Paul's Amateur Boxing Club is everything you imagine it to be. A boxing ring dominates the centre of the room, surrounded bypunchbags, weights and assorted fitness machines. Girls and boys, men and women, are ...
Fury after school spends pounds100k on toilets with classical music ; A Hull school has spent pounds100,000 on toilets that play classical music to pupils.
Dec 01, 2008 ... A Hull school has spent pounds100,000 on toilets that playclassical music to pupils. Kingswood College of Arts in Wawne Road, Bransholme, has usedtaxpayers' money to refurbish the nine-cubicle block and claims theyare among the finest around. The cubicles at the 1,063-pupil ...
Converted barn gallery is a big draw ; A new art gallery has opened in a converted barn in the heart of the Wolds.
Dec 01, 2008 ... A new art gallery has opened in a converted barn in the heart ofthe Wolds. Now the area has its very own art gallery housed in a 17thcentury barn. The pounds50,000 conversion project at the Wolds Village visitorattraction in Bainton was officially opened at the ...
Anderson hurt by slack defending ; North Ferriby United assistant manager John Anderson admitted his side had only themselves to blame for slipping to defeat at home to Marine.
Dec 01, 2008 ... North Ferriby United assistant manager John Anderson admitted hisside had only themselves to blame for slipping to defeat at home toMarine. Having gone a goal behind Ferriby got themselves back into thegame before shooting themselves in the foot. Once again it was a case of ...
Murdock unhappy as lame Wests crash to defeat
Dec 01, 2008 ... "NOT good enough in every department." That's the way West Hull coach Craig Murdock summed up his side'sdefeat 16-12 at the hands of high-flying Siddal. The home side were going for three wins in a row but it wasn't tobe despite having a more experienced side out on the ...
Hill to fore as Easts run riot ; Champions East Hull went into their game without 13 recognised first- team players but still came up with a tremendous performance to hammer Wigan St Judes 46-6.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Champions East Hull went into their game without 13 recognisedfirst-team players but still came up with a tremendous performanceto hammer Wigan St Judes 46-6. Danny Hill showed again why he should still be in theprofessional ranks as he ripped into Judes scoring a ...
Riding high and happy to upset ; Nail varnish and theatrics fit for the stage were at the forefront of Phil Brown's colourful after-match thoughts.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Nail varnish and theatrics fit for the stage were at theforefront of Phil Brown's colourful after-match thoughts. But after seeing his Hull City side earn a hard-fought 1-1 drawat Stoke City, a veil of contentment ultimately took prominence. Picking up a third consecutive draw ...
Pulis: Our fans can keep us up
Dec 01, 2008 ... Stoke boss Tony Pulis says his vociferous fans will be crucial inhis side's quest for Premier League survival. The Potters failed to make it five straight wins on home soil inthe league, but the straight-talking boss was still happy. Having seen the home crowd sway referee ...
Fans bang drums for 1812 overture ; More than 1,000 people packed Hull's City Hall to the rafters to hear a request concert by Hull Philharmonic Orchestra.
Dec 01, 2008 ... More than 1,000 people packed Hull's City Hall to the rafters tohear a request concert by Hull Philharmonic Orchestra. The 1,100 fans were treated to some of their favourite classicalmusic after a poll was carried out last season. Eight pieces were chosen, including ...
Residents urged to help dispel city myths ; Hull: Residents are being invited to share their experiences of living in the city.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hull: Residents are being invited to share their experiences ofliving in the city. Playwright and author Dave Windass is gathering stories for several pieces of work that aim to tell the story of Hull throughthe eyes of its people. The project, called Connecting People - ...
Youngsters enjoy their capital day ; Youngsters from two primary schools in Hull have visited the Houses of Parliament to test out a new Children's University module.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Youngsters from two primary schools in Hull have visited theHouses of Parliament to test out a new Children's University module. The pupils, from Sidmouth and Bude primary schools, were thefirst to go to the capital to learn about politics and thedemocratic process. It is ...
Artist to exhibit latest works ; Driffield: A wildlife artist is to exhibit 40 examples of his latest work at an exhibition in the town from December 11 to 13.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Driffield: A wildlife artist is to exhibit 40 examples of hislatest work at an exhibition in the town from December 11 to 13. John Naylor, of Langtoft, has spent the past six months preparingand framing the work in readiness for the event at The Exchange inExchange ...
Warming to a 'green' agenda ; Global warming is a hot topic at an East Riding school.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Global warming is a hot topic at an East Riding school. Beverley High School switched the heating down for a Cool Down,Wrap Up day, to draw attention to global environmental issues. Students wore extra layers of clothing and warmed up withFairtrade hot chocolate for the event, ...
New councillors elected in town ; Bridlington: The town has three new councillors.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Bridlington: The town has three new councillors. Elections were held in the Old Town Ward and North Ward lastThursday following the death of former mayor Councillor Tony Padwickand the resignations of councillors Les Taylor and Wyn Taylor. The Social Democratic Party (SDP) ...
Hull city council to consider proposals to clampdown on kerb- crawlers ; Kerb-crawlers in Hull could face arrest in a new crackdown on street prostitution in the city.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Kerb-crawlers in Hull could face arrest in a new crackdown onstreet prostitution in the city. If given the go-ahead, the zero-tolerance approach would seeanyone arrested being photographed, finger-printed and forced togive a DNA sample. If an offence is admitted, a caution ...
Visit to proposed waste treatment plant ; E Hull: Planning councillors are set to visit the site of a proposed effluent treatment plant this week, before making a decision on the scheme.
Dec 01, 2008 ... E Hull: Planning councillors are set to visit the site of aproposed effluent treatment plant this week, before making adecision on the scheme. The proposals for the Greencore food factory site in AmsterdamRoad have already triggered a number of objections from ...
King: Staying positive is key to success
Dec 01, 2008 ... Today, his arrival could be a deal which is done sooner ratherthan later. But King is remaining coy on the prospect, insisting his onlyimmediate intention is to feature prominently for the Tigers. He added: "I just want to score as many goals as possible, stayinjury-free and ...
Slip-shod and ill-disciplined Beverley side lose out
Dec 01, 2008 ... Beverley lost 36-17 in an error-strewn, pretty awful game at WestHartlepool. There was certainly plenty of endeavour on both sides, but verylittle finesse. After their encouraging displays in recent weeks, this was adisappointing effort by Beverley, even allowing for the ...
Ionians pay price for poor first half ; Fylde breached Hull Ionians' Brantingham Park fortress with a 21-10 win in National Three North.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Fylde breached Hull Ionians' Brantingham Park fortress with a 21-10 win in National Three North. Ionians' forwards gave an outstanding performance, taking controlafter the break, but by then Fylde, with two of the best backs inthe league, already had the match under ...
Stephanie's icy splash ; An East Riding care home volunteer, who braved icy waters to raise money for a disability charity, has been praised by staff
Dec 01, 2008 ... An East Riding care home volunteer, who braved icy waters toraise money for a disability charity, has been praised by staff Stephanie Wattam, of North Ferriby, took part in the first GreatNorth Swim. The 50-year-old swam a mile across Lake Windermere in Cumbria inSeptember, ...
Pool tournament in memory of liam newman ; Family and friends of a six-year-old who died from meningitis gathered to take part in a pool marathon in his memory.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Family and friends of a six-year-old who died from meningitisgathered to take part in a pool marathon in his memory. For the second year, the Pelican pub in Summergangs Road, eastHull, has played host to more than a dozen people vying for the LiamMemorial Trophy in memory of Liam ...
Law firm helps make kids more visible ; Hull: A law firm is to donate hundreds of reflective vests to children across the city.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hull: A law firm is to donate hundreds of reflective vests tochildren across the city. Ingrams Solicitors, based at the Estuary Business Park, has paidfor the vests so more children will be visible and safe on theschool run. Rokeby Park Primary School in west Hull is one of ...
Stingrays step up search for players ; Excel Hull Stingrays coach Rick Strachan today stepped up his search for new recruits after learning Troy Neumeier has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Excel Hull Stingrays coach Rick Strachan today stepped up hissearch for new recruits after learning Troy Neumeier has been ruledout for the rest of the season. The veteran will have an MRI scan later this month to determineif he needs an operation on his torn right abductor ...
Christmas is wrapped up ; Three weeks until Christmas. Oh, and three days.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Three weeks until Christmas. Oh, and three days. Well, three days is three days. They all count when you feellike you've been deceived somehow. But how can it be? How can I have just turned over the last flapof my calendar? Didn't I just unpack my suitcase after our ...
'Jack loved all his time at sea' ; Tributes have today been paid to the founder member of the Hull Independent Merchant Navy Association.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Tributes have today been paid to the founder member of the HullIndependent Merchant Navy Association. Jack Cammish and his wife Dorothy set up the movement 20 yearsago. Mrs Cammish, who was married to her husband for 58 years, said:"He was so proud of having served at ...
Pupils publish their scoop on the building trade ; North Hull: Pupils from Thorpepark Primary School have taken on the role of journalists to produce a newspaper which includes stories about the construction of The Orchard Centre.
Dec 01, 2008 ... North Hull: Pupils from Thorpepark Primary School have taken onthe role of journalists to produce a newspaper which includesstories about the construction of The Orchard Centre. The Orchard Centre is a new health and community centre. Pupils interviewed construction workers on ...
Memorial hall trustees investigate European funding ; Trustees looking to raise enough money to rebuild Beverley's Memorial Hall could turn to Europe for help.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Trustees looking to raise enough money to rebuild Beverley'sMemorial Hall could turn to Europe for help. The campaign to raise pounds2.3m for the scheme has been boostedby a mystery donor who handed over pounds50,000. But the trustees aren't resting on their laurels and know ...
Town's festive switch-on ; Beverley: The town's Christmas has officially started following the switching on of the lights.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Beverley: The town's Christmas has officially started followingthe switching on of the lights. The event began at Market Cross where Reverend Ruth Crompton ofToll Gavel Methodist Church held a short service. Pupils from theMolescroft School Choir sang a selection of festive ...
Darts stars step up to spa's oche ; The world's leading darts stars will be stepping up to the oche as one of the sport's major events returns to Bridlington Spa.
Dec 01, 2008 ... The world's leading darts stars will be stepping up to the ocheas one of the sport's major events returns to Bridlington Spa. For the past two years the Winmau World Masters dartschampionships has been held at the resort's Leisure World. Now, the British Darts Organisation's ...
Choir musical director to stand down ; Beverley: Founder and musical director of Beverley Chamber Choir Alan Binnington is to bow out.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Beverley: Founder and musical director of Beverley Chamber ChoirAlan Binnington is to bow out. Next week's annual concert at Beverley Minster will be the lastChristmas concert to be conducted by Mr Binnington. He has announced he will step down after the choir's annual ...
Leconfield plans pounds12m expansion ; An East Yorkshire military training centre threatened with closure two-years-ago is undergoing a multi-million-pound expansion.
Dec 01, 2008 ... An East Yorkshire military training centre threatened withclosure two-years-ago is undergoing a multi-million-pound expansion. The Defence School of Transport (DST), based in Leconfield, nearBeverley, is having more than pounds12m spent to expand it to becomeone of the best in the ...
Principal plans to breathe life into school ; A Teacher who is said to have transformed two of London's most challenging schools has been appointed principal of a new city academy.
Dec 01, 2008 ... A Teacher who is said to have transformed two of London's mostchallenging schools has been appointed principal of a new cityacademy. Phil Hearne, who has worked in education for 25 years, will takecharge of the Sirius Academy when it opens in September. The academy will ...
Man dies after being hit by train at crossing ; A Man has died after being hit by a train at a crossing in Cottingham.
Dec 01, 2008 ... A Man has died after being hit by a train at a crossing inCottingham. The man was struck by the 10.10am service travelling fromBridlington to Sheffield at around 10.47am A spokeswoman for the British ...
Join the kings of swing ; Music lovers are being urged to get tickets quickly for the kings of swing, King Pleasure And The Biscuit Boys.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Music lovers are being urged to get tickets quickly for the kingsof swing, King Pleasure And The Biscuit Boys. The concert, Beverley Folk Festival's seasonal extra, will takeplace on Friday, December 19, at 8pm. The jazz and swing event will take place at the Memorial ...
Closing arguments in trial of former Hull city director ; Jurors in the case of former Hull City director Philip Webster have heard closing arguments from barristers.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Jurors in the case of former Hull City director Philip Websterhave heard closing arguments from barristers. Mr Webster, 57, of Cherry Burton, near Beverley, is charged withthree counts of rape against a woman in 2005. He is also accused of the rape and assault by penetration of ...
Two cars collide on a1079 ; Two cars collided on the A1079 road, near Bishop Burton College today, causing traffic disruption.
Dec 01, 2008 ... Two cars collided on the A1079 road, near Bishop Burton Collegetoday, causing traffic disruption. The accident happened at 11.25am and ...
What did you wish for? ; They have had their pictures taken and made their Christmas Wishes.
Dec 02, 2008 ... They have had their pictures taken and made their ChristmasWishes. Now the youngsters of Hull and East Riding need your votes forthe chance to win an exciting family trip to Lapland. Almost 400 children have taken part since its launch last month. They lined up eagerly ...
Pupils in full voice for singing record ; Youngsters from Keyingham Primary School joined an estimated 600,000 children across the UK in a world record attempt.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Youngsters from Keyingham Primary School joined an estimated600,000 children across the UK in a world record attempt. The pupils were hoping to break the largest simultaneous sing-along, as part of the Big Sing challenge. The youngsters packed into the Russell Drive school ...
Learning to ease the pain of cancer ; Cancer patients in East Yorkshire are taking part in a study to see how learning to relax can help their treatment.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Cancer patients in East Yorkshire are taking part in a study tosee how learning to relax can help their treatment. More than 150 patients will take part in the three-yearpounds50,000 research at the new oncology health centre at CastleHill Hospital in Cottingham. One group of ...
Men accused of raping woman with learning difficulties ; East Yorks: Two men have gone on trial for the rape and sexual assault of a woman with learning difficulties.
Dec 02, 2008 ... East Yorks: Two men have gone on trial for the rape and sexualassault of a woman with learning difficulties. Rabar Salih, 26, and Aram Nagmadin, 32, both of Melbourne House,William Street, west Hull, are accused of committing the offence inBridlington on May 11. Hull Crown ...
Fanatical about farm-fresh food ; Farmer's daughter Elaine Townend has gone back to her roots for an exciting new business venture.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Farmer's daughter Elaine Townend has gone back to her roots foran exciting new business venture. The restaurateur opened Miller's farm shop and tearoom atRaywell, near Cottingham, yesterday. Being brought up in the East Riding countryside inspired her loveof good food and ...
Countdown to the big switch-on ; Driffield: The countdown to the switching on of the town's Christmas lights has started.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Driffield: The countdown to the switching on of the town'sChristmas lights has started. Town mayor Councillor Tony Cooper will conduct the ceremony atthe late-night festive shopping event on Thursday. The festivities will start in Market Place at 5pm, with thelights being ...
Plans to splash out on free pool entry rejected ; An Initiative to promote free swimming for all under-16s and over- 60s has failed to make a splash in East Yorkshire.
Dec 02, 2008 ... An Initiative to promote free swimming for all under-16s and over-60s has failed to make a splash in East Yorkshire. Sports minister Andy Burnham wants swimming to be made free inall public pools by 2012 to coincide with the London Olympics. The move is aimed at promoting ...
Resort's eye will be shut for good ; The Bridlington Eye will not be rebuilt after being demolished, it has been confirmed.
Dec 02, 2008 ... The Bridlington Eye will not be rebuilt after being demolished,it has been confirmed. It was thought the attraction could return next Easter butoperator Harrison Leisure Ltd has revealed the wheel will not becoming back. Director Michael Harrison said: "The Eye is definitely ...
Social care services keep two-star rating ; E Riding: Social care is being stepped up after the region's service received another good inspection report.
Dec 02, 2008 ... E Riding: Social care is being stepped up after the region'sservice received another good inspection report. East Riding Council's social care services for adults and olderpeople has maintained its two-star rating. Inspectors described the service as "good", with a ...
Art or an eyesore? Red wave debate is building
Dec 02, 2008 ... Residents on Victoria Dock are being could ...
Stay safe during festive celebrations ; Hull: Residents are being reminded to stay safe while having fun this Christmas.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Hull: Residents are being reminded to stay safe while having funthis Christmas. The message comes from Hull City Council's Riverside Area Teamand its partners as they gear up for a series of events designed togive tips and advice on how to make sure the festive celebrations goas ...
Drive of a lifetime ; A Retired haulage driver and his partner are taking on the drive of a lifetime from Alaska to Argentina.
Dec 02, 2008 ... A Retired haulage driver and his partner are taking on the driveof a lifetime from Alaska to Argentina. John Cox and Denise Morgan, of Brandesburton, are currently inChile on a mammoth 25,000-mile drive from the most northern point inAlaska to the most southerly point in ...
Weekend of music at Brid spa
Dec 02, 2008 ... Last weekend the newly-refurbished Bridlington Spa was having aback-to-back band bash, Friday night The Kooks and Saturday,Scouting For Girls. On Friday, a mix of all ages were awaiting a lively set from TheKooks. The support acts, Mystery Jets and Kid Harpoon, did a greatjob of ...
Altering the dimensions of broadcast TV ; Hull computer graphics firm Saville Creative has become one of just 40 worldwide appointed to develop software for electrical giant Philips.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Hull computer graphics firm Saville Creative has become one ofjust 40 worldwide appointed to develop software for electrical giantPhilips. The firm, based on the Scarborough Street, was accepted as apartner by the global giant because of its expertise in ...
Transport upgrades 'would aid economy' ; Hull: Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce has said upgrades proposed for the A63 Castle Street should go ahead, despite the economic downturn.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Hull: Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce has said upgradesproposed for the A63 Castle Street should go ahead, despite theeconomic downturn. The appeal comes after a national transport survey found 90 percent of businesses across the UK have lost money due to thecountry's failing ...
Neumeier days numbered as injury bites
Dec 02, 2008 ... Excel Hull Stingrays' Troy Neumeier fears his 20-plus yearplaying career is over. The former NHL draft - a veteran of over 1,000 professional games- has been diagnosed with a torn abductor tendon. It has already finished his season, and the 38-year-old believeshe could have ...
Whiting makes training return to boost hull
Dec 02, 2008 ... Hull Fc utility star Richard Whiting has resumed full trainingalmost seven months after suffering a broken leg. The 23-year-old has been on the sidelines since being rushed to aLondon hospital following his injury against Harlequins on May 18. He has been back in the gym with ...
Sponsor Luke to Olympic victory ; Hull boxer Luke Campbell has made a fresh plea for sponsorship to help realise his Olympic dream.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Hull boxer Luke Campbell has made a fresh plea for sponsorshipto help realise his Olympic dream. Twenty-one-year-old Luke became the first UK man to win theEuropean Amateur Championships in 47 years last month. Now, his coaches and supporters want to ensure he can focus ...
People urged to help wilberforce petition reach 100,000 signatures ; People across East Yorkshire are being urged to help push a petition to end modern-day slavery past 100,000 signatures.
Dec 02, 2008 ... People across East Yorkshire are being urged to help push apetition to end modern-day slavery past 100,000 signatures. The petition was launched last year to mark the 200th anniversaryof the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act, which Hull's greatest son,William Wilberforce, was ...
Man hit by train in cottingham thought to have taken his own life ; A man hit by a train in Cottingham is thought to have taken his own life.
Dec 02, 2008 ... A man hit by a train in Cottingham is thought to have taken hisown life. A report is being prepared for the coroner by British TransportPolice and the Mail understands the man committed suicide. The incident happened at about 10.45am yesterday when the man wasstruck by the ...
Casino firm puts cards on table
Dec 02, 2008 ... Football Club, said: "We were impressed by the scale and size ofthe Manor Mill development. "More importantly, we see it as a catalyst for other developmentalong the River Hull right up to The Deep." The go-ahead will hinge on the group securing the large casinolicence ...
Sarah's leap of faith for her good cause ; Staring out of an aeroplane 10,000ft above Bridlington is a situation most people would not want to find themselves in.
Dec 02, 2008 ... Staring out of an aeroplane 10,000ft above Bridlington is asituation most people would not want to find themselves in. But when Sarah Cawthorn signed up for a skydive to raise moneyfor a charity that helped her, there was no turning back. The 24-year-old, of Skirlaugh, was ...
Smoke alarm saves the lives of motorway workers ; East Yorks: Workers from a motorway breakdown recovery team were saved by a smoke alarm.
Dec 02, 2008 ... East Yorks: Workers from a motorway breakdown recovery team weresaved by a smoke alarm. A fire broke out in a caravan they were using at the roundaboutnear the junction of the A63 and A614. The two men were woken up by the sound of a smoke alarm andevacuated the ...