5 things to do in Hull this weekend
This weekend’s offerings in Hull include a free festival and a free look at some of the city’s most important heritage sites, plus some theatre, art and music for good … More
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Have your say on a piece of history
A public vote is being launched for people to have their say on which historic artefacts they would like to see as part of future exhibitions.
From Monday 24 February, … More
Comedy legend Ben Elton coming to Hull for first tour in 15 years
One of the UK’s most popular stand-up comedians is coming to Hull next month.
Ben Elton will bring his self-proclaimed “searing, scintillating, savagely hilarious” new show to Hull City Hall … More
Plans reveal how £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment will benefit environment
Plans for the £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment are to go on display as part of a public consultation in Trinity Market.
The plans incorporate modern, eco-friendly features including electric charging … More
See inside exciting new Glass House complex in Queens Gardens
A hotly anticipated Hull apartment development will be revealed at a launch event at the Ferens Art Gallery.
The luxury Glass House complex next to Queens Gardens is expected to … More
Thank you scheme for breastfeeding mums
Breastfeeding mums will be recognised in a new project aiming to normalise feeding in public and support the women who do it.
Health and children’s services in Hull and East … More
Hull Fair to see new parking restrictions in place
New parking restrictions will be in place during Hull Fair next month.
Several streets in Hull will have parking restrictions increased to allow only parking for residents with permits during … More
Hull one of five cities to host exclusive CBeebies event
Hull has been named as one of the only Northern cities to host a new CBeebies event this summer.
Hull and York join four London and Surrey locations announced so … More
This eight-foot-tall celebrity robot is coming to a Hull tech event
A world-famous robot who has danced on stage with Rihanna and Will.I.Am is on his way to a Hull tech event.
The 8ft Titan the Robot has been confirmed for … More
Story of fateful voyage from Hull’s whaling past to be performed in schools
A Hull-based theatre company is taking an immersive maritime-themed performance to local primary schools.
Theatre on the Edge, which aims to produce quality theatre with new and original work, has … More
Family fun (and free ice cream) at Pickering Park
A free family fun day will take place at Pickering Park on Saturday 14 September.
It will see a host of free family activities, with children’s rides, face-painting, donkey rides … More
Storm Dennis: Hull teams on standby this weekend
With Storm Dennis expected to reach Hull tomorrow, Hull City Council and its partners are already on standby.
As the city was hit by Storm Ciara last week, teams battled … More
Brave brothers give domestic abuse warning after murder of mother and sister
Two brothers have today given a moving account of the murder of their mother and sister, by their father.
Speaking at the Hull Domestic Abuse Conference today, Luke and Ryan … More
Book free tickets to taste Hull’s Low Ale Trail
Not sure where to start with Hull’s new Low Ale Trail? Then join a street team for a pub crawl with a difference and discover a world of hangover-free … More
Can you help identify these fly-tipping offenders in Hull?
Can you identify any of these three men caught fly-tipping rubbish in Alfred Street in Hull?
The incident in Alfred Street on Monday 29 April was captured on two CCTV … More
‘Great live music, tasty food and welcoming crowds’ – Trinity Live set to return in 2020
The hugely successful Trinity Live is returning to Hull’s Trinity Market.
The weekly live music event, which last year brought thousands of extra people into the market on an evening … More
Hundreds learn how they can help to prevent domestic abuse in Hull
A domestic abuse conference in Hull is helping to show people from a diverse range of professions how they can be instrumental in early support and prevention for people they … More
First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2020
The 53rd annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens this weekend (Saturday 15 February).
The exhibition will feature more than 370 artworks … More
Could you help save a life?
A short video could help you prevent a suicide.
A series of brief walk-through scenarios have been designed to help people spot signs someone is struggling and start a conversation.… More
5 things to do in Hull this weekend
Head into Hull city centre this weekend for a fantastic immersive installation and pop in to see one of the region’s biggest regular art exhibitions.
One of Hull’s most popular … More
Watch: Do you know how fountains in Queen Victoria Square are controlled?
The fountains in Queen Victoria Square are one of the city centre’s most popular features.
They were installed in 2017 as part of the city’s transformational public realm works.
But … More
Glitter at the ready as Hull council worker competes for Strictly title
On a normal day, Graham Paddock works on tackling antisocial behaviour across Hull’s neighbourhoods.
Now he is donning sparkles and shining shoes as he joins 11 other amateur dancers to … More
Contractor named for Hull’s major Albion Square development
A contractor has been appointed to carry out the multi-million pound Albion Square development.
VINCI Construction UK will carry out the design and construction of the development, which will feature … More
Dutch Cadets to visit Hull to trace steps of Second World War soldier
Twenty-five Cadets and two teachers from the Netherlands will visit Hull as part of a project to trace the steps of a Second World War soldier.
Corporal Richard Sydney Huitt, … More
£1.2m improvements planned for Hull city centre
Hull City Council is set invest a further £1.2 million into public realm improvements in the city centre.
The investment will improve areas on Brook Street and Prospect Street and … More
Huge Pearson Park restoration to be celebrated in summer
A celebration of the Pearson Park’s huge restoration project is being planned for the summer.
The £3.8m project, completed alongside with the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is moving forward at … More
Answer these questions on paying for social care
Hull residents are being asked about paying for social care both now and in the future.
The latest People’s Panel survey from Hull City Council is now live.
It also … More
Hull to explore free port status after Government announces plan
Hull’s economy could receive a boost under Government plans to create up to 10 free ports across the UK.
Sea ports and airports are being invited to apply for free … More
Man and woman prosecuted for fly-tipping in Hull
A man and a woman have been prosecuted for fly-tipping in Hull.
A 31-year-old woman has been landed with a £1,175 fine after her waste was found dumped in Oakington … More
Storm Ciara update: Flood warnings lifted in Hull but yellow warning for wind issued
Storm Ciara has eased off in the Hull area, with no new flood warnings reported overnight.
Warnings in Kingswood are no longer in force, with River Hull levels not expected … More