DNfourteen Magazine Issue No.152 November 2022

Welcome to our November 2022 edition of the DNfourteen magazine - I hope it finds you all well. It’s half term already where did that time go - it only seems like yesterday that my eldest grandson was setting of to secondary school - time certainly flies as you get older.

We have some interesting articles and features in this months edition ranging from a super recipe for a Morrocan Tagine - which I intend to cook for my family and friends that are staying with us this coming weekend. We have a great selection of books to read - based on current reviews on BookTok (I didn’t even know that was a thing!!). We also have great advice on succulents for all you gardners and people that like their house plants. We also have a few local news items including a new exhibition at Goole Museum. As usual we finish off with Fiona Dwyer’s column.

If you have not advertised before in the magazine and are considering it - please give me a call as we have some great new offers. The magazine is full of local advertisers covering everything from Logs to Window Cleaners - So please use them and keep our local economy strong.

Until next month please stay safe especially with the fireworks (please keep your pets safe too).

Vacancy for a councillor - Howden Town Council

There is a vacancy on the above council caused by the resignation of Councillor Hayley Chiswell. A by-election to fill the vacancy will be held if by Tuesday, 8 November 2022 10 electors for the Town Council of Howden give notice in writing to the chief executive of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council at County Hall, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 9BA claiming such an election.

If no such notice is given the parish council will fill the vacancy by co-option.

Any written requests calling for an election to fill the vacancy will be available for public inspection and copying under Section 228(5) of the Local Government Act 1972.

Date: 20/10/2022

Signed: Sarah Boggitt, clerk

Address: Howden Town Council offices, 17 Bridgegate, Howden, East Yorkshire, DN14 7AE

Telephone: (01430) 430111

Email: clerk@howden-tc.gov.uk

‘Boys Will be Boys’: Exhibition at Goole Museum

In 2019, Goole Museum produced the exhibition ‘From Street to Stadium’, which was researched by local football fan, Phil Collins. The exhibition was about the men from Goole who played professional football in the 1960’s It proved very popular, and Phil was regularly stopped in the street by people who wanted to share their own memories and the part football played in their past. It was obvious what Phil needed to do…and the result is the new exhibition, ‘Boys Will Be Boys’!

Goole Museum curator Dr Alex Ombler said: “The ‘boys’ we are remembering in this new exhibition are those who played

club and pub football in Goole during the 1960s and 1970s. In a time before smartphones and a million other distractions, many young men were happy to play football and be part of a team. It gave them something to do at the weekend. However, not all of the players remained in the local league; some went on to play for Goole Town, and a few progressed to professionals”

The exhibition also explores the story of women’s and girls’ football in a section called ‘Girls will be Girls’. It reveals to visitors that women’s and girls’ football is more popular than ever, and that the origin of the female game has its roots in the late Victorian period.

The exhibition launch is this Saturday (15 October) at the Museum from 10am. ‘Boys will be Boys’ will run until 23 December, 2022. Admission is free, and there is no need to book.

Goole Museum is located in Carlisle Street and is open: Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 4pm Closed for lunch 12 noon to 12.30pm

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New Bridge F.C. - 1973

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.

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‘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.

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

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So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

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Tips to boost your immunity ahead of the Covid and flu ‘twindemic’ that is expected to hit the UK

Brits are being urged to get their flu and Covid vaccinations as soon as possible over fears a winter “twindemic” poses a significant risk to the public.

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) officials are concerned that the major wave of coronavirus that is already building will coincide with flu infections in the coming months.

While Covid restrictions kept influenza at extremely low levels in the past three years, the return to almost pre-pandemic levels of mixing in the UK means the virus is ripe to bounce back this season, when immunity in the population is low.

for vaccinations and screening, explained, “This winter could be the first time we see the effects of the so-called ‘twindemic’ with both Covid and flu in full circulation, so it is vital that those most susceptible to serious illness from these viruses come forward for vaccines in order to protect themselves and those around them.”

But, alongside the vaccines, what can you do to boost your immunity?

Here are a few things you can do to boost your immunity before the expected ‘twindemic’

For all those who are eligible, taking up both the Covid-19 booster and the flu jab is an essential form of protection against the most severe respiratory viruses in circulation this winter.

As well as a high-quality diet, your immune system can be strengthened by exercise and good-quality sleep.

Cutting back on alcohol and quitting smoking can also do wonders. And, this one almost goes without saying but regular handwashing is one of the best things you can do for your immune system, as it eliminates the chances of infection.

How does the immune system work?

Health experts are particularly concerned about the H3N2 flu strain, which caused influenza to return early to Australia. H3N2 can lead to more severe illness than other flu strains. It was the cause of the UK’s most recent severe flu season in 2017–18, which resulted in around 22,000 additional deaths and twice as many hospital admissions.

Steve Russell, the NHS director

The gut also plays a vital role in strengthening the immune system. If you provide your digestive system with an ideal habitat and plenty of nutrients, in turn, the gut helps train and shape the immune system.

Having a healthy diet, rich in plants and gut-friendly fermented foods, as well as probiotics, can help fight infection at a faster rate.

Of course, diet alone does not necessarily mean a person will have a strong immune system that can fight off covid and other illnesses.

Your immune system protects your body from pathogens, like dangerous bacteria and viruses, that pose a threat to your health. It can spring into action to defend you from pathogens, releasing antibodies to fight them.

Over time, antibodies fade, but the memory of the original pathogen endures.

Identical copies of these antibodies will be massproduced in the event of a future infection, meaning your body will be primed able to fight it off if it comes into contact with the same infection again.

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Autumn Ready?

Adults aged 50+ can get a COVID-19 booster and flu vaccine to increase protection against respiratory viruses ahead of winter.

Extra groups also eligible for a seasonal booster are: Pregnant women

Those aged 5+, in a clinical risk group

Those aged 5+, who are immunosuppressed

Those aged 5+, who are household contacts of anyone immunosuppressed Carers aged 16+

Residents and staff in care homes for older adults

All frontline health and social care workers. Visit nhs.uk/covidvaccination to book an appointment.

Not sure where you can get yours? Head to vaccinatehullandeastriding.co.uk for information on local clinics.

Scan to find a clinic for you.

Stay safe. Stay sound. Protect others.

Moroccan-Style Vegetable Tagine

Think of Moroccan tagine as a succulent, slowly simmered stew.

The balance of sweet and savoury flavours, coupled with the intensity of spices set this vegetable tagine apart from your average stew.

SERVES 4 |

TOTAL TIME 40 MINS | EASY |

Ingredients

1 tbsp of Olive Oil

2 onions, chopped

1⁄2 tsp of salt

2 carrots, chopped

1 sweet potato, peeled & chopped

1 small courgette, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

A handful of cauliflower florets

5 garlic cloves, crushed or grated

2 tsp of finely grated ginger

1 tbsp of ras el hanout

1 tsp of smoked paprika powder

1 tsp of sweet paprika powder

1 tsp of turmeric

1⁄2 tsp of ground cumin

1 tbsp of Agave Syrup 400ml of Tomato Passata 300ml of vegetable stock

1 tin of Chickpeas, drained Juice of 1 lemon

1 tbsp of Organic Balsamic Glaze

Fresh coriander or mint leaves to serve Method

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped onions and sprinkle with salt. Sauté for 2 minutes, then add the carrots, sweet potato, courgette, bell pepper and cauliflower. Sauté for a further 15 minutes, while stirring regularly.

Next, add your garlic, ginger and spices to the skillet and stir to evenly coat the veggies in the flavours. Add the agave nectar, then pour in the tomato passata and vegetable stock.

Cover and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the carrots and cauliflower are soft. Stir in the chickpeas and remove from the heat after another 5 minutes.

Lastly, stir through the lemon juice and balsamic glaze, and serve alongside a dollop of dairy-free yogurt and fresh coriander or mint leaves.

Chef’s tip: drizzle a little extra glaze on top when serving - simply delicious!

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Trending reads on #BookTok

to the Society’s archives and judged on their contributions in different areas of knowledge. Six are chosen, but only five will survive and walk away with the opportunity of a lifetime.

MEMPHIS

BY TARA M. STRINGFELLOW

BOY PARTS

BY ELIZA CLARK

Eliza Clark’s debut novel was released two years ago, but the BookTok community has only just picked it up. Beautiful 20-something Irina obsessively takes explicit photographs of the average-looking men she scouts on the streets of Newcastle and persuades to model for her. When she’s offered an exhibition at a fashionable London gallery, it promises to revive her career in the art world and help her escape from a drug and alcohol-filled. But the news triggers a self-destructive path involving her obsessive best friend, and a shy young man from her local supermarket who’s attracted her attention.

THE ATLAS SIX BY OLIVIE BLAKE

The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake is TikTok’s mustread fantasy novel of the year. The Alexandrian is a secret society of magical academics, the best in the world. Their members are caretakers of lost knowledge from the greatest civilizations.

Those who earn a place among their number will secure a life of wealth, power, and prestige beyond their wildest dreams. Each decade, the world’s six most uniquely talented magicians are selected for initiation. When the candidates are recruited by the mysterious Atlas Blakely, they are told they must spend one year together to qualify. During this time, they will be permitted access

If you enjoyed Brit Bennett’s The Vanishing Half, you’ll love Tara M. Stringfellow’s debut novel. Joan can’t change her family’s past, but she can create her future. She was only a child the last time she visited Memphis. She doesn’t remember the bustle of Beale Street on a summer’s night. She doesn’t know she’s as likely to hear a gunshot ring out as the sound of children playing. But when the front door opens, she does remember Derek. This house full of history is home to the women of the North family. They are no strangers to adversity; resilience runs in their blood. Fifty years ago, Hazel’s husband was lynched by his all-white police squad, yet she made a life for herself and her daughters in the majestic house he built for them. August still lives there, running a salon where the neighbourhood women gather. And now this house is the only place Joan has left.

THINGS WE NEVER GOT OVER BY LUCY SCORE

Bad-boy barber Knox prefers to live his life the way he takes his coffee: alone. Unless you count his basset hound, Waylon. Knox doesn’t tolerate drama, even when it comes in the form of a stranded runaway bride. Naomi wasn’t just running away from her wedding. She was riding to the rescue of her estranged twin in a small town in Virginia. Too bad for Naomi her evil twin hasn’t changed at all. There’s a reason Knox doesn’t do complications or high-maintenance women, especially not the romantic ones. But since Naomi’s life imploded right in front of him, the least he can do is help her out of her mess. At least, that’s the plan until the trouble turns to real danger.

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BOOKTOK IS THE TIKTOK COMMUNITY WHERE USERS SHARE THEIR FAVOURITE BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS. TO SAVE YOU A LOT OF SCROLLING, WE’VE CHOSEN EIGHT OF THE BEST BOOKS TRENDING RIGHT NOW – FROM EXCITING NEW RELEASES TO OLDER TITLES YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED…

ACTS OF DESPERATION BY MEGAN NOLAN

Acts of Desperation is about female desire and toxic relationships. Megan’s protagonist is a university dropout in Dublin who is so obsessed with love, she’s willing to overlook every red flag of her love interest, the older half-Danish poet Ciaran. He’s the most beautiful man she’s ever seen, and his presence alone brings her back to life after the traumas she’s been through. Sounds too good to be true? It is. This is a story about victimhood, sexual violence, and abusive relationships.

IT ENDS WITH US BY COLLEEN HOOVER

Lily hasn’t always had it easy, but that’s never stopped her from working hard for the life she wants. She’s come a long way from the small town in Maine where she grew up – she graduated from college, moved to Boston, and started her own business. So, when she feels a spark with a handsome neurosurgeon named Ryle, everything in Lily’s life suddenly seems too good to be true. Ryle is assertive, stubborn and a little arrogant. He’s also sensitive, and has a soft spot for Lily, but Ryle’s complete aversion to relationships is worrying. Even as Lily finds herself becoming the exception to his ‘no dating’ rule, she can’t help but wonder what made him that way in the first place…

THE CHARM OFFENSIVE

BY ALISON COCHRUN

Dev has always believed in fairy tales and has spent his career crafting them on the long-running reality dating show Ever After. As the most successful producer in the franchise’s history, Dev always scripts the perfect love story for his contestants, even as his own love life crashes and burns.

Then, the show casts disgraced tech wunderkind Charlie Winshaw as its star. As they begin to open up to each other Charlie realizes he has better chemistry with Dev than with any of his female co-stars.

SUPER SUCCULENTS

Seven simple steps to create your own sensational succulent bowl at home.

Bring the splendour of nature indoors with your own special succulent bowl. Known for their robustness, succulents can be a great choice for novice gardeners or those wanting a plant with minimal upkeep. Plus, in general, increasing the greenery in your home helps to purify the air inside, as well as helping to balance humidity –particularly helpful over the winter when you might be more likely to struggle with colds and sore throats..

So, whether you’re looking for a mindful activity to deliver ongoing wellbeing benefits, or simply a beautiful ‘green’ decoration for your home, here are seven easy steps to create your own succulent bowl...

1. Select your succulents

With a wide variety of shapes and sizes available, mix and match a range that appeals to you. You might want to try a ‘flaming Katy’ (pictured) for a spot of colour, or a ‘string of pearls’ for an added dimension, with its trailing leaves.

2. Prepare your pot

Choose a container that catches your eye –perhaps a terracotta bowl or a terrarium – and fill it with potting soil (ideally one with sand or perlite to assist with drainage). Since succulents originate in harsh, arid conditions, they will need a desertdweller mix to really help them thrive.

3. Release the roots

When taking your plants from their individual pots, tease the roots apart if they’re compacting too tightly. This ensures your freshly potted plant can start to spread its roots almost immediately, soaking up any moisture it needs.

4. Start your planting

Dig a hole towards the middle of the bowl to house your tallest succulent, and place it in, securing with the earth.

5. Plan some breathing space

As tempting as it is to pack your plants in, ensure you leave room for each to spread out as it grows. Succulents grow really quickly, so your little creation will look ‘finished’ in no time, but overcrowding can lead to mould or insect infestations, so it’s important to let them breathe.

6. Water immediately

This ensures you get rid of any air pockets around the roots, and gives them a much-needed drink after being repotted.

Going forwards, water your succulents when the soil feels dry to the touch – if it’s still damp, give it some more time to dry out.

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Echeveria elegans

7. Seek out some sun Succulents are sunworshippers, so try to place your bowl somewhere that gets a decent amount of sunlight each day – ideally six to eight hours. Then, simply enjoy watching them grow!

TYPES TO TRY

Echeveria elegans – this is one of the classic succulents, with a pale, green-blue hue, which grows into rosette shapes.

Sedum morganianum – has notable trailing leaves, which can look particularly great in hanging pots, or to add some dimension by hanging over the edges of your bowl.

Senecia rowleyanus –known as the ‘string of pearls’, is a lowmaintenance option that also features trails of leaves, but in more bud-like shapes.

Graptopetalum superbum – with stunning, frosted purple foliage, this plant is particularly hardy, withstanding temperatures down to -3°C.

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana – also called ‘flaming Katy’, this succulent stands out for its flowers that grow in a variety of colours, contrasting with the dark green leaves.

Crassula – sometimes referred to as ‘Buddha’s Temple’, this succulent’s leaves, with their powdery coating, face upward to resemble a Chinese temple, and may grow pink flowers in summer months.

CHRISTMAS IS COMING!

The countdown is on and it’s time to get prepared. This year, with the cost of living constantly on the rise, it’s more important than ever to get organised in advance so there’s no huge pressure to spend all in one month. And remember, it’s not just about presents. It’s about spending quality time with your family and friends. At Christmas, we are celebrating the birth of Jesus who was born in a stable, no finery surrounding Him. But no matter your faith, we can all look at how we can help those less fortunate than ourselves, as everyone is so good at doing in our wonderful region. Age UK in Hull has its shoebox appeal for older people who may be isolated or lonely at Christmas – and there will be many more similar projects. They often need handing in by early December, so it’s worth keeping an eye out now to see if you can help.

HOW TO COPE WITH S.A.D.

Now that the clocks have gone back, the days are getting shorter and there’s more dark than light. It’s definitely the time of year when I want to get my pyjamas on as early as possible, settle down in front of the fire with my wearable blanket, watching All Creatures Great and Small or Strictly or catching up with my latest book. I can’t be on my own in this, surely?!! But it’s also a time of year when many people suffer Seasonable Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. In fact, did you know that it affects around two million people in the UK? Symptoms like fatigue, anxiety and feeling low. You may be isolating

yourself from family and friends, struggling with concentration and not sleeping properly. A lack of exposure to sunlight is thought to exacerbate it –that’s why it gets worse in autumn and winter - but there are ways to help. Experts suggest getting yourself as much sunlight as you can during the day (maybe a lunchtime walk) or consider a light therapy lamp. Check your Vitamin D levels and keep up a regular exercise regime. However, they say if you are experiencing symptoms for two weeks or more, you should get advice from your GP for advice and potential treatment. So, however you are feeling, know that you’re not on your own. Wishing you all good health during the winter months.

WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT

Having been cancelled due to the Covid pandemic in 2020, the fantastic Women of Achievements Awards is being held on 11th November at the Mercure Hotel in Willerby – and I am honoured to be compèring the event again this year. It’s always such an inspirational afternoon. As well as hearing the stories of women who are achieving so much in their lives and careers, I am really looking forward to meeting our guest speaker, one of Britain’s most recognisable TV and radio personalities, Gloria Hunniford OBE. She’s going to be talking to us about her incredible life and fabulous career. Good luck to all the finalists! It’s a sell-out event and it’s going to be absolutely fabulous!

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Fiona Dwyer, broadcast journalist, PR & media consultant, slave to 2 children and a husband.