Our Goole - March 2025

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INTRODUCTION

Hello and a big welcome to your March edition of Our Goole.

Spring is just around the corner, and those nights are getting lighter. Did you know that by the end of the month, the sun will be setting after 8pm? That is certainly something to look forward to!

This month, we announce the finalists at this year’s Goole & Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards.

As always, we will keep you up to date with the latest from the awards and good luck to all who have been shortlisted.

We also showcase Victoria Wood, from Goole, who joined Slimming World in

2024. Since then, she has achieved an incredible transformation, shedding over six stone and earning the prestigious title of ‘Greatest Loser 2025’.

Our front page image was taken by the very talented Graham H Watson. Please keep sending in your photos, we love to see them all.

As always, our friendly team is just an email or phone call away to help you with all your advertisement needs and answer any questions you may have.

We will see you again in April, but for now sit back with a cuppa and enjoy your latest instalment of Our Goole.

meet the staff

LISA WARRENER EDITOR

dennis sales manager

Distribution Assistants:

Jamie Walton, Justin Newton, Mitchell Brewins, Craig Shaw and Ben Hammill

Lisa caley sales executive

DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

RACHAEL LIDDLE

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The Finalists 2025

It’s that time again - the Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards are just around the corner and the shortlisted finalists for each award have been announced

The Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards is organised by a small committee of volunteers from the local business community.

As in previous years, the panel of independent judges also decided which of the entrants should receive the Overall Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Siemens. Meanwhile, the organising committee has

nominated someone to receive the Tim Richardson Lifetime Achievement Award.

Garrey Haase, Chair of the organising committee, which is made up of volunteers from the local business community, said:

“This year we had more categories for businesses to enter than ever before and our new categoriesFamily Business of the Year and Long-Standing Business of the

Year - proved particularly popular.

“We were delighted to receive a record number of entries, with a good spread across all of the categories from businesses and organisations from a broad range of different sectors. It was particularly pleasing to see so many new businesses entering the awards for the first time this year.”

He added: “We’re very grateful

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to our panel of independent judges, who give up their time to read through all of the entries and agree on which should make the final shortlist. Finally, I’d like to wish all of our shortlisted finalists the very best of luck.”

The winners of the 2025 Goole & Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards will be announced at a black tie awards dinner on Friday 11 April at Goole High School.

THE FINALISTS ARE:

NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD (sponsored by Danbrit):

• KeepSpace Storage

• Rhombus Accounting

• Sign With Sarah-Jade

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT AWARD:

• Snoots Dog Grooming

Proud to be finalists in the Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards 2025

Email: signwithsarah-jade@hotmail.com

Training Centre

• First Avenue Training

• FMG Repair Services

CHARITY OF THE YEAR

AWARD (sponsored by Jos Richardson & Son):

• Rotary Club of Howden

• Goole and District

Community Transport Group

• A Shining Light

• Families In Goole

HUGH WALTON

CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY AWARD (sponsored by H Walton Ltd):

• Eastrington Sports Club

• AM Dairies

• Rotary Club of Howden

• Phoenix Community Radio

ENVIRONMENTALLY

FRIENDLY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD:

• Hawk Furniture

Proud to be finalists in the Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards 2025

The Goole GoFar

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• KRL Group Limited

• Selby College

FAMILY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (sponsored by Link Agency):

• Whites Travel Limited

• 4 Cladding Services

• Hawk Furniture

MARKETING EXCELLENCE AWARD (sponsored by Filstorage):

• Badger & Bean Limited

• Selby College

• William’s Den

LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD (sponsored by Chronicle Publications Ltd):

• 4 Cladding Services

• Fullers Quality Bakers

• Saltmarshe Hall

TEAM OF THE YEAR AWARD (sponsored by Fisher Security):

• William’s Den

• Selby College

Proud to be finalists in the Goole & Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards 2025

Snoots Dog Grooming & Training Centre www.snootsdoggroomingtraining.co.uk 07872 144303 Call us today on: 01405 447448

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Casselden & Walsh

Independent Funeral Directors 01405 765777

Proud to be finalists in the Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards 2025

• Parkside Kids Club

• Bloom Aesthetics & Beauty Clinic

LONG-STANDING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (sponsored by Invest East Yorkshire):

• The Step Up Pre-School

• AM Dairies

• Flourish & Prosper

• KRL Group Limited

• First Avenue Training Limited SELF EMPLOYED/MICRO BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD (sponsored by Sowerby Chartered Accountants):

• Heartmade By Kirsty

• Rachael’s Interiors

• And Marketing Limited

• KLW Care Limited

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD (sponsored by

Grotech Productions Ltd):

• J Tech Vans Limited

• Casselden & Walsh

Independent Funeral Directors

• Yorkshire Financial

Planning Limited

• The Hob Kitchens Limited

• Badger & Bean Limited

A massive congraulations to all the finalists and best of luck on the evening from Our Goole.

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’

So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

FROM A POLICE Meet the team with ‘a particular set of skills’

This month, Goole’s policing team gives us further insight into the team who feature on ‘Suspect No1’. The TV series showcases the challenging work our detectives in our Major Crime Team face every day to solve crimes occurring across our region to seek justice for victims

“You may be surprised to hear that when somebody is tragically killed and our Major Crime Team gets to work, they have a mixture of over 40 detectives and staff with a variety of skills that all contribute to ensuring dangerous offenders are brought to justice.”

POLICE PERSPECTIVE:

You may be surprised to hear that when somebody is tragically killed and our Major Crime Team gets to work, they have a mixture of over 40 detectives and staff with a variety of skills that all contribute to ensuring dangerous offenders are brought to justice.

Now that the application window is open to become one of Humberside Police’s next detectives, Detective Sergeants who have worked in our Major Crime department for almost six years talk to us about how the team solves crime and what it’s really like being a detective.

Can you talk us through what types of investigations you and your team work on within the Major Crime Team?

“I think for a lot of people, when they hear Major Crime they think ‘murders’ and while they’re right, we do work around the clock to catch a killer. We also investigate manslaughter, kidnap, child deaths, gross negligence and long running investigations known by a lot of people as ‘cold cases’.”

People might be surprised to hear you investigate cases of gross negligence, how do those investigation work?

“These can be quite lengthy and complex investigations involving some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

“Our job is to understand why and how they have come to receive a poor level of care. Sadly, that poor level of care often involves one or multiple people being mistreated. It might be that they’ve been neglected, or their care plan hasn’t been followed.”

You mentioned that as a team, you have a particular set of skills, how does that help you solve a murder?

“With any murder investigation, a Senior Investigating Officer is always appointed to ensure no stone is left unturned when it comes to gathering evidence.

“Usually, an initial briefing will be held to help everyone understand the circumstances around the initial report to police.

“The first 48 hours are crucial as we start to understand the circumstances surrounding the victim’s death, and the only way that can happen is through a huge team effort.”

Understandably, when anybody is murdered this causes concern among residents, does it happen a lot in our area?

“It is always awful when we are called to attend a briefing after a family tragically loses a loved one, however, the majority of our investigations involve people who are known to each other, and I’m pleased to say they don’t happen on a weekly basis.”

What happens when you’ve caught the killer and they’re charged?

“I think it has always been a bit of a myth that once we charge somebody our job is done until the suspect is sent to Crown Court to either plead or stand trial, but that isn’t actually the case, that’s when most of the hard work starts for us.

“Once we charge somebody, that is when we start to build on the evidence already gathered alongside our Disclosure Officers for the Crown Prosecution Service.”

Local lady wins greatest loser competition at slimming world goole group

Victoria Wood, from Goole, began her Slimming World journey in 2024. Since then, she has achieved an incredible transformation, shedding over six stone and earning the prestigious title of ‘Greatest Loser 2025’.

Slimming World’s Greatest Loser competition celebrates the member in each local Slimming World group who has lost the most weight, highlighting their dedication and commitment and the inspiring changes they’ve made.

Victoria told Our Goole: “Around Christmas 2023 I had been trying to lose weight for some time, I wasn’t really getting anywhere so decided to join Slimming World. A friend was doing really well and encouraged me to join.

“I wanted to feel better about myself, be healthier and not

feel so tired all the time. I have health issues and I was certain were being made worse because of the weight. My confidence was really low and I found myself avoiding events.

“I found the plan really easy to follow, I could adapt it to my dietary needs and for the whole family. One of my favourite things is you don’t feel like you are denying yourself, it is a healthy and sustainable eatiing plan.

“So far I’ve lost six stone and seen lot of health benefits. I enjoy activities I didn’t before, can walk my dogs more easily and have much more energy. My confidence has improved

and I enjoy wearing different clothes or rediscovering some I thought I’d never wear again.

“The group I go to is amazing, Lou really supports everyone and is so welcoming.”

Louise, Slimming World consultant told Our Goole: “Every member is a winner, however, competitions help inspire members and others. This competition helps the Greatest Loser shine, as it’s not voted for, it is the member who has lost the most amount of weight.”

Slimming World - Goole

The Courtyard, Dunhill Road Louise: 07919 623239

Slimming World

EGGBOROUGH - EGGBOROUGH VILLAGE HALL, SELBY ROAD, DN14 0LJ

MONDAY - 5.00pm & 6.30pm

Call Leah: 07590 733242

SNAITH / COWICK - THE VILLAGE HALL, HIGH STREET, EAST COWICK, DN14 9EP

TUESDAY - 5pm & 6.30pm

Call Jill: 07501 997506

GOOLE - JUNCTION, PARADISE PLACE, DN14 5DL

TUESDAY - 9am & 10.30am

Call Karen: 07917 006381

GOOLE - THE COURTYARD, DUNHILL ROAD, DN14 6SS

WEDNESDAY - 6.30pm

Call Louise: 07919 623239

GOOLE - THE MASONIC HALL, 4 BELGRAVIA, GOOLE DN14 5BU

SATURDAY - 7.30am & 9.00am

Call Rebecca: 07917 874498

DRAX - DRAX SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB, MAIN ROAD, DRAX, YO8 8PJ

WEDNESDAY - 9am

Call Val: 07712 467593

HOWDEN - HOWDEN METHODIST CHURCH, HAILGATE, DN14 7SL

THURSDAY - 5.30pm & 7pm

real food, real support, real results

FRIDAY - 9:00am

Call Kay: 07720 263860

Call Angela: 07979 934387

GILBERDYKE - GILBERDYKE MEMORIAL HALL, CLEMETHORPE ROAD, HU15 2UG

TUESDAY 5.30pm & 7pm

Call Karen: 07917 006381

real food, real support, real results

INSTANT CASH

WATCHES, JEWELLERY, GOLD, SILVER,

ALL MILITARY WATCHES WANTED, ALL BRITISH & FOREIGN COINS WANTED, ANY AMOUNTS BOUGHT.

CASH PAID FOR SILVER, BANK NOTES, COINS ETC...

Come and see us at:

BOURNE: The Angel Hotel, North Street, Bourne, Lincs PE10 9AE on Monday 11th December, 11am-2pm or call 07724 473810

The Courtyard (opposite Morrisons), Boothferry Road, Goole, DN14 6AE on Monday 17th of March and Tuesday 18th of March between 11am-2pm Call 07724 473810

JOIN OUR TREASURE HUNT: Do you have cash in the attic? Come along to our Antique Roadshow – if the offer is OK, flog it!

So come on down, this is the Real Deal! From scrap gold to the finest antique jewellery, we’ll take it. We purchase all quality watches and jewellery – gold and silver is at an all-time high, so cash in. From old silver coins to antique silver tea sets, we want them all. WANTED – all Aviator diver/military watches. Best price paid.

SOVEREIGNS AND HALF SOVEREIGNS WANTED TOP CASH PAID

BOURNE: The Angel Hotel, North Street, Bourne, Lincs PE10 9AE on Monday 11th December, 11am-2pm or call 07724 473810

The Courtyard (opposite Morrisons), Boothferry Road, Goole, DN14 6AE on Monday 17th of March and Tuesday 18th of March between 11am-2pm. Call 07724 473810

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Peppercorn proudly marks 20 years of success and excellence

Peppercorn Health Foods and Therapies celebrates 20 successful years of being in the ownership of Ruth Huddlestone. Ruth acquired Peppercorn in 2005 from Hider Food Imports preventing the shop from closing down.

To celebrate this milestone there will be lots of special offers and promotions in store, free

samples/giveaways, tastings, goody bags and a prize draw during the month of March. Check out their social media pages at: Peppercorn Health Foods and Therapies for further details of what will be happening daily throughout March. There’ll be lots of spring-clean and detox items, crystals galore, herbs, spices, loose teas and lots more.

Afternoon tea for two

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, why not treat your mum, nanna or sister to a delicious homemade afternoon tea.

No. 9 Catering is offering delicate finger sandwiches, sausage rolls, an award-winning pork pie, quiche Lorraine, chocolate brownies, scones with clotted cream, jam and strawberries, Tyrrells crisps and Teapig everyday brew. Delivery available.

Call Lesley at No. 9 Catering on 07889 851929.

This month, local property expert Phil Jones from Link Agency talks to us about artificial intelligence and how powerful it can be for estate agents

Artificial intelligence

Tech is increasingly important in the world of estate agents. Having the right technology allows agents to be more efficient in their work.

Artificial intelligence and applications when combined are very powerful tools.

At Link Agency we are constantly looking at new ways to improve our operating efficiency. While AI is useful, it needs to be

managed and checked. It is very often easier to check and correct work of others rather than do something from scratch, which is the same with AI.

AI will only generate good outcomes if it is given the correct cues, if you put rubbish in you get rubbish out. What it does well is to pull together and collate data from a variety of sources that a human may overlook.

Property of the month

Knox Avenue, Howden - Asking £355,000

Link Agency offers to the market this detached property in the charming market town of Howden, on Knox Avenue with a perfect blend of modern living and convenience.

Built in 2019, this property boasts a generous 1,270 square feet of well-designed space, making it an ideal family home.

This property is situated within a popular development, making it an attractive option for those seeking a vibrant community atmosphere. The enclosed garden offers a safe and private outdoor space, perfect for children to play or for hosting summer barbecues with friends and family.

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