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In Memoriam

Deaths/ Bereavements

ANDERSON.- Patricia. Died peacefully in hospital on 3rd March 2011 aged 72 years. Beloved wife of Bob, much loved mother of Dawn and in-law Rob. A very dear Grandma to Hannah and James. Funeral service at the Haltemprice Crematorium, Willerby on Monday 14th March at 11.15am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given to Cancer Research UK, at the service. ARRIDGE. Brian. Passed away in hospital on 3rd March 2011 aged 79 years.

Enchanting Dream Play Is Revitalised ; Bard's Piece Bewitches Audience with Tale of Two Parallel Worlds

Were he alive today, it's sometimes claimed that Shakespeare would be writing for Hollywood. In Headlong Theatre's new production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, that notion - along with our current obsessions with the lives and loves of film stars - is perfectly crystallised.

Musical Duo to Perform

CELLIST Natalie Clein, above, first came to public attention in 1994 when, aged 16, she won the BBC's Young Musician Of The Year. This Saturday, the Dorset-born cellist appears at Middleton Hall, University Of Hull, for a performance with pianist Julius Drake.

Exhibitions

Treasure House Collection Items for viewing include local history books, pamphlets, journals, photographs, postcards, prints, microfiche or film copies of parish and some nonconformist registers and East Riding Register of Deeds. Advanced booking will be required to view a very small number of objects of high value or delicacy. A reader's ticket will be needed to see historical items in the research room. Treasure House, Champney Road, Beverley. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9.30am to 5pm. Tue...

One-Man Show Relates Tale of Homer's Poem ; Theatre Company Creates One-Hour Odyssey for the Stage

There were stunned silences and baffled looks. "Everyone thought we were crazy," said George Mann, the co-creator of a one-man telling of the Odyssey. "When I told my dad at Christmas what we were planning there was an awkward silence around the table. But what people forget is that the Odyssey was originally told by a storyteller - it was meant for one person."

The King Lives at Spa Exhibition

Sara Dix's art is her tribute to Elvis, popularly known as the King Of Rock 'N' Roll. "I love the music of the man and his humility," said Sara, an art teacher from Bridgend, South Wales.

Must See

Diary Date

Reader's Pick

The Master Of Bruges, by Terence Morgan THIS novel, about the life of master painter Hans Memling, includes highly dramatic revelations surrounding art, history, romance, illegitimacy and treason. As he rapidly rises to fame in 15th century Bruges, Hans is soon receiving commissions from the wealthy and influential for paintings, portraits, diptychs and triptychs.

Stay the Night with Us ; Beverley: Pub Will Offer Accommodation at Newly Built Annex

A PUB boss is branching out into bed and breakfast to stay ahead of the game. Peter Thomson is building an 11-room annex at the independently owned Cornerhouse in Norwood, Beverley. Work could be finished by the end of the year.

Drivers Break Road Laws ; in Brief

BEVERLEY: Almost half of drivers stopped at the latest roadside check in the town were found to be breaking the law. Humberside Police, the Vehicle And Operator Services Agency, HM Customs and East Riding Council joined forces to conduct the roadside checks.

Your News

Spiderman Goes to Class for Non-Uniform Day ; in Brief

HULL: Pupils from across the city enjoyed a non-uniform day with a difference last week to celebrate World Book Day. Schools encouraged their pupils to dress up as their favourite book characters on Thursday.

Pair to Take On 180-Mile Challenge to Raise Pounds 5000 ; in Brief

EAST YORKS: Two local men hope to raise Pounds 5,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust by taking on a 180-mile run and cycle challenge this summer. Chris Read and Nick Harvey will attempt to run the 90-mile stretch between South Shields and Gretna, then cycle back again, in 48 hours.

Victory for Our Robert ; E Yorks: Council Must Continue to Support Autistic Youngster

A FAMILY who fought for four years to ensure their autistic son has the right support have spoken of their relief after a court ruling found in their favour. Andrew and Rosemary Burton's son, Robert Owen, spent two years out of the education system after being excluded.

Taste the World in Town ; in Brief

GOOLE: A World Food Cafe is opening in Goole Courtyard on April 2, offering dishes from Venezuela, Brazil, Portugal, Poland and Latvia. The first day will see visitors offered roast beef, Yorkshire puddings and gravy.

We're Flying Flag for Our Thriving Fisheries ; Danny Longhorn Looks at a New Group Hoping to Re-Brand the Local Fishing Industry.

FORGET Whitby scampi and Cromer crabs, why not East Yorkshire lobsters? The Holderness coast has all the ingredients to be a recognisable brand. It boasts a thriving fishing industry, employing hundreds of workers and generates millions of pounds each year.

Building Homes for Birds ; in Brief

EAST YORKS: A housing developer has turned its efforts to building new homes for some of Britain's most endangered garden birds. David Wilson Yorkshire East, who has developments at Kings Park in Hull, The Worx in Beverley and Kings Wharfe in Brough, marked National Nest Box Week for the second year by putting up dozens of nest boxes at its sites across the region.

Pub Wins Cask Marque ; in Brief

SOUTH CAVE: A South Cave pub has been recognised for its top quality cask ale. The Fox & Coney has been awarded a prestigious Cask Marque.