Roadworks to start in Ellerburn Avenue
Essential resurfacing works will take place in Ellerburn Avenue from Monday 27 January to Monday 24 February.
The road will be closed in both directions and a signed diversion will … More
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Lumen Prize nominations include stunning Hull maritime art installation
One of the highlights of last year’s spectacular Urban Legends: Northern Lights event, from Absolutely Cultured, has been nominated for a prestigious global art prize, the Lumen Prize.… More
A day in the life of … a Hull bus driver
We meet East Yorkshire Buses driver Paul Madeley with the view from behind the wheel of the number 33.
Paragon Interchange gate reopens after two-month closure
TransPennine Express has reopened the gate at the Anlaby Road entrance of Hull Paragon Station following a two-month trial to try to tackle anti-social behaviour.
Transport for the North last … More
Hull to display stunning helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers
Ornate helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers will go on display in Hull next month.
Exploring Islamic Art: helmets will be on show at Hull and East Riding … More
Watch a ride across Hull for Cycle to Work Day
Today is Cycle to Work Day – the UK’s biggest cycle commuting event.
Every year since 2012, the event has seen thousands of enthusiastic riders hit the streets to celebrate … More
Best and worst places for hygiene in Hull
The latest hygiene ratings for every Hull food business reveal which spots are spick and span and which warrant a wide berth.
The good news is that almost 92 per … More
Hull’s role in protecting those at sea explored in new exhibition
An exhibition in Hull will explore the role the city has played in supporting its seafaring community.
For those in Peril on the Sea will look at how, from the … More
How £4.3m Queens Gardens refurb will honour Hull’s history
Man from Wakefield fined for littering in Hull
A man from Wakefield has been fined for littering in Hull.
John McDonagh, of Doncaster Road in Wakefield, was ordered to pay £400 after he was caught littering from his … More
Watch as divers survey Arctic Corsair’s hull ahead of major restoration
A dive survey of the Arctic Corsair has been completed.
The dive looked at the condition of the historic trawler’s hull as part of detailed assessment of work needed ahead … More
World told to eat less meat – and it seems Hull agrees
We should all eat less meat – that is according to a UN climate change report released today.
A special report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), … More
Hopes and dreams of Hull children to be shared with shoppers
Hull’s children will be sharing their visions for the future as part of an immersive art installation next month.
Model City, from Absolutely Cultured, will see Hull’s children take shoppers … More
Hopscotch target smashed at Hull’s Play Day
A Hull hopscotch target has been smashed as hundreds hopped, skipped and jumped their way around Queens Gardens.
A team from the Playing Out project led the event during the … More
5 things to do in Hull this weekend
One of the area’s favourite musical sons returns this weekend for an epic performance of favourites by a legendary rock star.
Hull will also host a worldwide musical smash hit, … More
Eco Shed could become Hull’s first zero-waste store
An eco-friendly shop in Hull could become the city’s first zero-waste store.
Eco Shed in Trinity Market, which specialises in natural, organic, vegan and eco-friendly products, could eliminate the need … More
How former rough sleeper Jim escaped homelessness in Hull
Thousands of people sleep rough on UK streets every night, yet most people think they could never become homeless.
Jim Cooper was a dad with a partner and regular work. … More
A day in the life of … a Hull telecare coordinator
JP Pretorius, who tells us how his job helps to give confidence to vulnerable adults by linking them to users through technology.
Hull play scoops prestigious Writers’ Guild Award
A play from acclaimed Hull theatre company Middle Child has picked up a Writers’ Guild Award.
Daniel Ward, the writer of Middle Child Theatre’s The Canary and the Crow, won … More
Free and low-cost family events in Hull this week
There are plenty of free and low-cost family events happening this summer.
Change4Life and Hull City Council have teamed up with youth centres, children’s centres, parks and volunteers across the … More
Discover ‘fascinating history’ of Queens Gardens ahead of £4.3m transformation
It is no secret that one of the city’s most popular green spaces will soon undergo a major £4.3m refurbishment.
But not everyone in the city knows about the … More
Answer these questions to help shape Hull’s climate change strategy
Hull residents are being asked to help shape the city’s strategy on environment and climate change.
The latest People’s Panel Vox Pop survey from Hull City Council is now live.… More
A day in the life of … a Hull fundraiser
We meet Chris Brigham of the volunteer-run Hull People’s Memorial military museum in Whitefriargate.
Emotional send-off as Arctic Corsair makes penultimate journey
Huge crowds gathered at the weekend to see Hull’s famous Arctic Corsair move from its spot on the River Hull for the first time in 20 years.
The relocation of … More
Grants of up to £10,000 for projects that reduce crime
Grants of up to £10,000 for projects that reduce crime are now available to not-for-profit groups across the city.
The Hull Crime Reduction Fund is open for applications until Friday … More
5 Hull acts taking over at Edinburgh Fringe
Five Hull theatre makers are taking over at Edinburgh Fringe as the world’s largest arts festival gets under way.
With support from Hull Truck Theatre, Absolutely Cultured and Back To … More
Get creative in 2020 with Makerspace at Hull Central Library
Plenty of people will have already made – and broken – new year’s resolutions.
January might be a great time to decide to learn how to play an instrument, be … More
55 women breastfed their babies in Queens Gardens this morning – here’s why
A group of 55 women sat together in Queens Gardens at 10.30am this morning and all breastfed their babies at the same time.
They were part of the Big Latch … More
Are you one of 800 families not taking advantage of free school meals?
Parents in Hull are being encouraged to apply for free school meals for their children.
Parents who receive Universal Credit, Income Support, income-based Job Seekers Allowance, income-related Employment and Support … More
Gallery and art shop joins Humber Street creative hub
A popular art shop, studio and gallery is relocating to become part of a new cultural and creative hub in Hull’s Fruit Market.
Form Shop & Studio is moving into … More