‘I can’t express enough pride in these bright young people’
A walk-by food hub has been launched to help Hull’s young care leavers who may need food and supplies during the coronavirus outbreak. Mark Jones, Hull City Council’s Director of … More
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Hull’s new Young Mayor appointment postponed
The new appointment to the role of Hull’s Young Mayor is to be postponed.
The city’s current Young Mayor, Gabriela Surdyk, was elected last May and was due to be … More
Hull Helpline response ‘overwhelming’ as hundreds step up
Hull’s response to the coronavirus epidemic has been described as “overwhelming” after voluntary organisations united and hundreds of people stepped up to support to the city’s most vulnerable residents.
Hull … More
City centre improvements continue during coronavirus measures
Work to improve Hull’s public realm continues with contractors and workers following guidance from Government and Public Health England.
Contractors are at four sites – Paragon Interchange, Ferensway, Prospect Street … More
Waste collections in Hull fully operational despite coronavirus outbreak
Waste collections in Hull have remained fully operational during the coronavirus outbreak.
Only bulky item collections have been affected since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Doug Sharp, … More
Can you identify these people caught fly-tipping?
Two people were caught on camera fly-tipping in Hull earlier this month.
The offenders were caught dropping waste on land between Alaska Street and Buckingham Street.
On Monday 6 April, … More
Care home residents enjoy revamped open space during coronavirus pandemic
A care home in Hull has revamped its garden for residents who are unable to get out and about during the Covid-19 pandemic.
220 Preston Road is an in-house residential … More
Hull’s benefit calculator adjusted to reflect coronavirus impact
Hull City Council has made changes to its benefit calculator to take into account the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
During the pandemic, some residents have experienced a drop in … More
How Hull residents can access a world of literature online
Libraries in Hull have had to adapt in the face of coronavirus.
People are currently unable to visit their local library – but that doesn’t mean they can’t browse and … More
Pearson Park drinking fountain to have lost detail reinstated
Pearson Park’s drinking fountain is set to receive a full restoration as part of the continuing National Lottery Heritage Fund project.
It follows the refurbishment of the Grade II-listed drinking … More
This is how Hull’s Europa House could look under new plans
This is how one of Hull city centre’s most recognisable office buildings could look under new proposals.
Plans have been submitted to transform the 1970s glass-fronted Europa House on the … More
Burst water main closes main traffic route in Hull
A burst water main has closed a key traffic route in Hull.
Bankside is currently closed between Air Street and Innovation Drive and will reopen on Monday 27 April.
Yorkshire … More
New £60m Hull Trains fleet pulls in at Paragon Interchange for first time
The first of five new state-of-the-art trains has arrived at Hull’s Paragon Interchange.
Hull Trains’ £60 million Paragon fleet will transform train travel between Hull and London, according to the … More
Hull pupils pledge to never stay silent on abuse
Thousands of children in Hull will promise “never to commit, excuse, or stay silent about abuse or bullying” starting today.
To mark White Ribbon Day, pupils at Green Way … More
Hull names going for gold at UK’s largest tourism awards
The people behind some of the city’s most recognisable tourism brands will have their fingers crossed tonight at the region’s prestigious White Rose Awards.
The ceremony – the largest tourism … More
Hull primary school places allocated for September
Families across the city have received their children’s primary school place allocation for September.
In Hull, 97.7 per cent of parents have received one of their preferred schools, with 93.3 … More
What leisure facilities would you like to see in Hull city centre?
People in Hull are being asked what leisure facilities they would like to see in the new £120m Albion Square development.
Whether it be crazy golf, yoga, rock climbing … More
Hull organisations benefit from £1m Coronavirus Community Fund
Hull organisations have benefited from a fund of almost £1 million that has been raised through a public appeal from the National Emergencies Trust (NET) in response to the coronavirus … More
Tens of thousands see Sistine Chapel exhibition at Hull Minster
An exhibition showcasing the wonders of the Sistine Chapel has attracted 35,000 people to Hull Minster.
The Michelangelo – A Different View exhibition drew visitors from far and wide during … More
Coronavirus: Free workouts delivered into your home
With many leisure facilities in Hull now closed, residents are turning to home workouts as a way of stay fit while in coronavirus lockdown.
Now fitness coaches from Hull City … More
5 FREE things to do in the Hull area this weekend
Christmas is getting close and purses are tightening as salaries are spent on gifts for friends and loved ones. It means few can afford to be splashing cash on weekend … More
Animals at East Park continue to receive first-class care during coronavirus
While East Park’s Animal Education Centre is closed to the public, its residents are still very much in need of care.
The centre houses about 200 animals including alpaca, goats, … More
Stay away from your GP if you have this common winter virus
The country’s top public health authority has warned that norovirus is hitting people in Hull.
Rates of the bug in the wider Yorkshire and Humber area are slightly higher than … More
Chocolate eggs bring Easter cheer to city’s most vulnerable residents
Hundreds of Easter eggs are being delivered to vulnerable residents across the city in a bid to bring some Easter cheer.
More than 800 chocolate eggs have been handed out … More
A day in the life of … a registered care home manager
Tracey works at a Hull residential care facility that homes vulnerable adults with learning disabilities, autism or complex behaviours and needs.
Three schemes helping Hull businesses during coronavirus
Businesses in Hull and the Humber are being urged to take advantage of support during the coronavirus outbreak.
Three Humber Business Growth Hub schemes are already helping firms deal with … More
UK City of Culture impact highlighted in new report
City and cultural leaders have welcomed the publication of an independent evaluation of Hull’s year in the spotlight as UK City of Culture 2017, which confirms the continuing impact the … More
Support and information available as domestic abuse escalates
COVID-19 may have a significant impact on the lives of those affected by domestic abuse, and those affected are urged to consider their safety and know that support remains available.… More
Young care leavers given handy guide to help navigate health service
Young care leavers in Hull are to be given a Handy Health Guide to help them to navigate the often-confusing health service.
The card, launched by NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning … More
Free check-up and microchipping for your dog
Dog owners can look after their best friend with a session tomorrow offering a free basic health check and free microchipping.
National Charity Dogs Trust is working with Hull City … More