Work begins on major upgrade of A63
A major upgrade that will transform Hull’s transport network is now officially under way.
Work has now begun to improve the A63 Castle Street, which will improve transport links between … More
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Five people caught dumping waste in one Hull street
Five people have been caught fly-tipping in the same spot.
Five offenders have been caught on CCTV fly-tipping at the junction of Boulevard and Ena Street in Hull.
Anyone with … More
App launched to support key workers using public transport
Bus company Stagecoach East Midlands has launched an app for NHS staff to book travel in Hull.
The Stagecoach Connect app will allow NHS workers from Hull Royal Infirmary to … More
Hull museum’s golden discovery – pages from one of first books printed in English unearthed
An extract from one of the first books to be printed in the English language has been unearthed at the Hull Maritime Museum.
Dating back to 1498, William Caxton’s The … More
Take this weekly survey on lockdown effects and win £500
People in Hull are being urged to take part in series of short surveys into how they have been affected by the coronavirus lockdown.
Those who take the weekly tracker … More
Roadworks to begin in Greenwood Avenue
Essential maintenance works will begin in Greenwood Avenue from Monday 15 June.
The road will be closed from Cranbrook Avenue and 8th Avenue for one week only.
The signed diversion … More
Toilets in Queen Victoria Square set to reopen next week
Public toilets in Queen Victoria Square will reopen on Monday 15 June.
The facilities will be open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Sunday, with social distancing notices in place.… More
Thousands of green jobs to be created in Hull over next decade
Thousands of green jobs could be created in Hull over the next decade, according to a new report.
The Local Government Association (LGA) Local green jobs report has identified … More
Young entrepreneur sets up Pawfect business thanks to support from Hull City Council
A young entrepreneur has proven the coronavirus pandemic is no barrier to ambition thanks to help from Hull City Council.
After struggling to find a job, Kara Savage accessed help … More
How Hull businesses can help £30m restoration of city’s most famous ships
Businesses in Hull are being urged to help inform a procurement exercise to conserve and restore two of the city’s historic ships.
The information from businesses will help to inform … More
Nigel’s story: How carers are coping during coronavirus pandemic
A husband caring for his disabled wife says how life has changed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sixty-year-old Nigel Milner retired in 2019 to care for his wife … More
Hull to trial innovative new pedestrian crossing
An innovative new pedestrian crossing to help reduce accidents will be installed in Hull.
The project is being delivered in partnership with Liverpool City Council, which has been awarded more … More
Hull’s huge 40ft whale skeleton to be brought back to life
A stunning new visualisation of the Hull Maritime Museum’s 40ft north Atlantic right whale skeleton has been created.
A 3D laser scanning of the huge animal’s remains has been created … More
Roadworks to begin in Great Union Street
Essential maintenance works will begin in Great Union Street from Monday 15 June.
The road will be closed to northbound traffic between Witham and Clarence Street and vehicle access will … More
Roadworks in Hall Road to take place at the weekend
Roadworks will begin in Hall Road, Hull, on Saturday 13 June.
A road closure will be in place from Inglemire Lane to Cottingham Road as the essential resurfacing works take … More
Hull City Council to buy Age UK Hull’s Bradbury House building
Hull City Council has agreed to buy Bradbury House in Porter Street, Hull.
The building has been used as the headquarters of charity Age UK Hull since it was built … More
Flood scheme to protect more than 4,000 homes wins top award
A £22 million scheme to help protect homes and businesses in Hull and the East Riding from flooding has won two top awards.
The Anlaby and East Ella Flood Alleviation … More
Hull to host Fiji in Rugby League World Cup 2021
With 500 days to go until the opening fixture of the Rugby League World Cup 2021, tournament organisers have announced that Hull will act as the training base for Fiji’s … More
Hull city centre shopping centres: June 15 opening times and safety measures
Hull city centre businesses and organisations are working together to create safe spaces for visitors and customers.
High street shops, department stores and shopping centres are set to be … More
Businesses in Hull working together toward safe reopening on June 15
Hull city centre businesses and organisations are working together to create safe spaces for visitors and customers.
High street shops, department stores and shopping centres are set to be allowed … More
Roads in Hull to be widened as part of cycling city bid
Work to improve Hull’s cycling infrastructure will begin this month.
Plans will include widening existing cycle lanes in areas including Freetown Way and an introduction of additional cycle lanes in … More
Children in Hull estate growing vegetables to combat coronavirus boredom
A Hull residents’ group is digging deep to keep children engaged, exercising and learning during the coronavirus lockdown.
Working alongside Hull City Council’s tenant participation team, Charterhouse Community Tenants’ and … More
East Park named best free day out in East Yorkshire at Mumbler awards
East Park has been named the best local free day out in the Hull and East Riding Mumbler awards.
The park in Holderness Road pipped the Streetlife Museum into second … More
How dog-walkers are helping people stay safe in Hull
Dog-owners in self-isolation are being helped to stay safe and keep their pets happy during the coronavirus pandemic.
A series of community hubs has been set up by Hull City … More
New store to open in vacant Whitefriargate retail unit
A new occupier has been found for a vacant retail unit in Whitefriargate in Hull city centre
Hull commercial developer Wykeland Group announced it had acquired the building along with … More
Cycling upgrade to begin in Freetown Way in Hull
Hull firm Ashcourt Group has been appointed to carry out cycle improvement works in Freetown Way in Hull.
The scheme will include widening the cycle lane and putting in segregation … More
Hundreds of golfers tee off as Hull leisure facilities begin to reopen
More than a thousand people have played a round of golf on Hull City Council-owned course in just two weeks.
Golf courses reopened to the public on Friday 15 May … More
Mums in Hull share stories of giving birth during lockdown
Mums in Hull who have given birth during lockdown are sharing their stories to mark Breastfeeding Celebration Week.
The week is designed to remove stigma and promote support to help … More
Car parks in Hull to begin charging from Monday 15 June
Hull City Council is to reintroduce charges in its car parks across the city from Monday 15 June.
It comes after charges for on-street car parking were introduced from Monday … More
Commuters in Hull urged to use bus stops in outdoor spaces
People are being encouraged to use bus stops located in open spaces throughout Hull.
The advice comes after passengers were urged to avoid using Hull Paragon Interchange unless absolutely necessary.… More