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View article Roman army to visit Hull’s Museums Quarter

Roman army to visit Hull’s Museums Quarter

Get ready to step back in time this weekend as Hull’s Museums Quarter is transformed into a bustling Roman encampment. Romanfest is a free event that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Roman soldiers and civilians. It takes place this Saturday (19) and Sunday (20 July) from 11am-4pm, and allows visitors to experience […]

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View article Hull property occupier fined £600 for failing to dispose of household waste responsibly

Hull property occupier fined £600 for failing to dispose of household waste responsibly

Hull City Council is urging property owners and occupiers to dispose of household waste responsibly, to avoid facing a substantial fine, or prosecution.     This warning comes after an occupier of a property in Hull was fined £600 last month (June) for failing to dispose of their waste legally.    The incident was reported to the council’s […]

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View article Precautionary measures in place at Pearson Park Pond 

Precautionary measures in place at Pearson Park Pond 

Hull City Council has taken swift action following reports of a suspected infestation of blue-green algae in Pearson Park Pond.  Although water samples have been sent for specialist testing, early assessments indicate a 95% likelihood that blue-green algae is present. This naturally occurring algae, which is caused by the bacteria Cyanobacteria, can pose risks to both people […]

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View article Love Your Neighbourhood: Footpath improvements set to begin on Ventnor Street 

Love Your Neighbourhood: Footpath improvements set to begin on Ventnor Street 

As part of Hull City Council’s ongoing Love Your Neighbourhood initiative, improvement works are set to begin on the footpaths along Ventnor Street.  Following a recent ‘patch walk’ in the Newland Avenue area, the footpaths on Ventnor Street were identified as being in poor condition and in urgent need of repair.   In response, the council will […]

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View article Empty housing scheme to be brought back into use in Hull

Empty housing scheme to be brought back into use in Hull

A former sheltered housing scheme in Hull is to be transformed into high-quality accommodation for people with learning disabilities. Charles Brady Court will offer 36 self-contained flats, including dedicated respite apartments, helping people live more independently with the right support. (Charles Brady Court. Picture: Google Earth) Portfolio holder for Adult Services at Hull City Council, […]

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View article New Hull Music Board launch will drive ambitious new music plan for the city

New Hull Music Board launch will drive ambitious new music plan for the city

Members of the new Hull Music Board have been revealed at the city’s first forum meeting. Taking place at Connexin Live, the new board was officially launched to oversee the delivery of the Hull Music Plan 2025–2030 – a bold and inclusive five-year strategy to elevate Hull’s music sector and support with the city’s wider […]

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View article Hull City Council launches its new vision for the future of children and young people

Hull City Council launches its new vision for the future of children and young people

Hull City Council has officially launched its new plan for children and young people. The Children and Young People Plan (CYPP) 2025-2030 is a strategic document which outlines how the local authority and its partners will work together to improve the lives and outcomes of children and young people in Hull. The plan was co-produced […]

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View article 1970s exhibition opens at Streetlife Museum

1970s exhibition opens at Streetlife Museum

An exhibition celebrating the 1970s has opened at the Streetlife Museum. Glam and Gloom: 1970s Britain explores the highs and hardships of life in the 1970s from seemingly endless strikes and power cuts to rising standards of living, holidaying on the Costa del Sol, glam rock and glitter pop and some of the greatest British […]

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View article Thrive Hull hosts premiere event for new youth mental health support videos 

Thrive Hull hosts premiere event for new youth mental health support videos 

The Thrive Hull Partnership hosted a celebration event to premiere new ‘what to expect’ videos, which aim to help children and young people accessing emotional and mental health support.  The Thrive Hull Partnership, led by Hull City Council and NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB), works with over 80 organisations, services and […]

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View article New character appraisal for Newland Park Conservation Area

New character appraisal for Newland Park Conservation Area

Newland Park is the latest conservation area to be reevaluated after a new character appraisal and management plan (CAMP) was published. Boundary amendments to remove modern properties which do not contribute towards the special interest of the conservation area have also been made. Formal notification is currently taking place, whilst notification on the adoption of […]

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