Central Tramways in Scarborough has a female General Manager for the first time in it's 140-year history.
Helen Galvin has taken up the role this week.
Helen says there aren't that many jobs that prepare you for such a unique role:
Helen added she's hoping to build on the tramway's partnerships with other local organisations to make the most of its heritage:
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East Yorkshire residents facing the loss of their properties to the rapidly eroding coastline will be given priority access to a new £3.1 million affordable housing development in Skipsea.
Outdoor learning trips for thousands of young people will permanently relocate from the East Barnby centre near Whitby to a scout camp in Scarborough if plans are approved next week.
Football fans are being promised an entertaining and committed performance as Whitby Town host their first home match of the new season at the Towbar Express stadium this Tuesday.
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