How Hull is battling Storm Ciara
As Hull battled winds of up 80pmh yesterday, Hull City Council’s Streetscene teams were on hand to help deal with the force of Storm Ciara.
The crews removed and stabilised … More
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Shared Lives carers recognised for their hard work
Residents who have cared for vulnerable adults for almost 20 years have been recognised for their hard work.
The Shared Lives scheme was launched in 2000, giving carers the opportunity … More
Flood warnings expected for Hull as Humber Bridge closes to high-sided vehicles
Flood warnings are expected in the Hull area as Storm Ciara continues to affect the region.
The Environment Agency has issued a warning in Kingswood due to water levels rising … More
Hull’s biggest haul of illegal tobacco seized
Hull’s biggest haul of illicit tobacco has been discovered in a flat above a shop in Beverley Road, Hull, and in a nearby van.
More than 145,000 cigarettes and 283 … More
Pop sensation L Devine to perform in Hull
One of the country’s most exciting pop talents is coming to Hull this summer.
L Devine, whose debut EP Growing Pains received critical acclaim and earned her a spot on … More
Hull’s major maritime project is given go-ahead by Planning Committee
Plans to transform some of Hull’s maritime treasures have been given the go-ahead by planners.
The decision by Hull City Council’s Planning Committee now means if the £13.6m bid to … More
High winds could shut Humber Bridge this weekend
Hurricane winds this weekend could close the Humber Bridge to all users for just the second time in its history.
Storm Ciara is expected to hit the UK from Saturday, … More
£4.3m Queens Gardens plans go before councillors next week
Plans that could lead to £4.3m improvements to one of Hull’s most popular green spaces are to be considered by councillors.
The plans for Queens Gardens will next week go … More
Open Exhibition in Hull: All you need to know
The 53rd annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery next weekend.
The exhibition will feature more than 370 … More
Here is how to get tickets for Sistine Chapel exhibition at Hull Minster
Tickets for the Sistine Chapel exhibition at Hull Minster are now available.
The Michelangelo – A Different View exhibition will be on show at the church from Tuesday 8 October … More
Queen’s official tribute band is coming to Hull
The official Queen tribute band, produced by group members Brian May and Roger Taylor, is coming to Hull.
Queen Extravaganza will perform at the city’s Bonus Arena next year following … More
Huge Mick Ronson mural created in Hull to commemorate rock legend
The late great rock musician Mick Ronson has been immortalised in a huge mural in Bilton Grange.
The artwork is the result of a collaboration between residents, arts company Back … More
Song for Hull is back – and it’s bigger than ever
Children from the city will perform Song for Hull in front of a live audience at the Bonus Arena tomorrow.
The project – launched during Hull’s year as UK City … More
Concerned about flooding? Then have your say
People living and working around the Humber are being invited to complete a public survey to help organisations working on a new tidal flood risk strategy understand local views and … More
5 things to do in Hull this weekend
Some big names from the worlds of music, comedy and art are coming to Hull this weekend. So what’s new?
Here are 5 things to do in Hull this weekend.… More
Les Misérables is coming to Hull
Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s musical Les Misérables is coming to Hull New Theatre next year.
Since Cameron Mackintosh first conceived this new production of … More
Council takes immediate action to improve children’s services following Ofsted visit
Hull City Council has confirmed the immediate measures it has taken to improve children’s services, following a two-day monitoring visit by Ofsted in January, when inspectors concluded that the experiences … More
One of Hull’s oldest parks gets a makeover
One of Hull’s oldest parks has received a £90k makeover.
Barnsley Street Park in east Hull is one of the city’s oldest original play areas, dating back to the 1970s.… More
£1m East Park investment begins ahead of summer of fun
East Park will see a new lease of life this year as Hull City Council invests more than £1 million in family facilities.
The popular play park will close today … More
Theatre performance to take audiences ‘To the Moon and Back’
A theatre production, created specifically for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), will take audiences to outer space at Hull New Theatre this weekend.
To the Moon and … More
Consultation on gypsy and traveller sites in Hull
A report will ask Hull City Council’s Cabinet to consider proposals to consult residents and stakeholders on the provision of a gypsy and traveller stopping place in Hull and extension … More
Meet the woman taking on Hull’s litter louts
People are coming together to make a real difference to their community in some of our city’s litter hotspots. Since the launch of Hull City Council’s Love Your Street initiative … More
Have you considered a career in local government?
The latest job vacancies at Hull City Council will be revealed at an event this month.
A vacancy and apprenticeship event will take place on Wednesday 19 February from 11am … More
Victoria Pier flood defence plans go on show
Victoria Pier flood defence plans will go on show at a public drop-in event on Tuesday 3 September.
Staff from the Environment Agency will be on hand to explain the … More
Traders join forces to fight crime in Hull city centre
Hull businesses are joining forces for a new city centre crime prevention initiative.
The DISC project sees traders tracking offenders and sharing information to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour.
It … More
Talking Tables – break the ice and talk to a stranger
Cafes and venues all over Hull are helping people to break the ice and get chatting to each other.
Talking Tables signs can now be found on designated tables at … More
Hull’s most popular cycling routes to receive makeover
Plans to overhaul Hull’s cycling and walking offer have been revealed.
These include ambitious plans to transform Hull’s streets and encourage more people to choose cycling and walking as an … More
5 must-see things at Freedom Festival
The award-winning Freedom Festival is back this week.
This year the 12th edition of the international arts festival, that draws performers from all over the world, is taking place over … More
Plans to transform Hull’s transport network have been revealed
A six-year plan has been launched to detail how Hull will transform its transport infrastructure by 2026.
The plans include how future transport projects can help support the city’s ambition … More
Stage is set for Freedom Festival 2019
The 12th edition of the award-winning Freedom Festival returns to Hull today.
Artists from across the world are converging to delight, challenge and mystify audiences with jaw-dropping circus, weird and … More