Prof Graham Chesters to be made Honorary Burgess
One of Hull’s cultural leaders is to be made an Honorary Burgess by Hull City Council.
Graham Chesters, a University of Hull professor and chair of the Freedom Festival board, … More
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Il Divo announce Hull 2020 date
International classical crossover band Il Divo are coming to Hull next year.
The male quartet – created by Simon Cowell – will perform at the Bonus Arena on Tuesday December … More
Smokefree Sidelines project scores ‘grassroots’ award
A project designed to protect young football stars from second-hand smoke has been given a boost after it was recognised as a leading light of grassroots football.
Smokefree Sidelines launched … More
Could this Hull charity Christmas song reach the UK top 40?
A song recorded in Hull will reach the UK top 40 and raise money for disadvantaged children this Christmas if campaigners get their way.
The charity Christmas song called A … More
Keep cool this summer in Hull’s paddling pools
Find a way to keep cool this summer by making a splash at one of Hull’s free paddling pools.
From Saturday 20 July, the water areas at Oak Road, Pickering … More
Hull landmarks shine brightly with Pride
Some of the city’s most recognisable landmarks will be illuminated in rainbow colours this week to celebrate Pride in Hull.
The Guildhall, Trinity Square and Victoria Square will all … More
4 free Christmas markets in Hull (and one in Beverley) this weekend
Advent calendars have been broken into (and perhaps entirely scoffed in some households …) yet many in Hull will again have left their Christmas shopping until just weeks before Christmas.… More
Priory Park improvements get under way
A £1.5m road improvement project to stabilise the embankment along Priory Park has begun.
The preparation works are taking place ahead of a widening scheme, which will take six months … More
Trinity Market in Hull named in UK’s top 10 favourites list
Trinity Market in Hull’s Old Town has been named as one of the UK’s favourite markets.
The indoor market has been voted as one of the country’s top 10 markets … More
Hull Maritime Museum to close temporarily
Hull Maritime Museum will temporarily close as some technical surveys are carried out.
It comes as the £27.4 million Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project steps up a gear.
The closure, … More
Update: Woodford Leisure Centre swimming pools to remain closed until further notice
An issue with the heating system at Woodford Leisure Centre means all three swimming pools at the facility will remain closed until further notice.
The pools closed on Friday as … More
Queens Gardens luxury apartments are latest ‘exciting’ city centre conversion
An ‘exciting’ new apartment development next to Queens Gardens is the latest in a growing number of successful city centre conversion projects, according to Hull City Council’s deputy leader.
The … More
Teen judo star given free access to Hull leisure facilities
A talented teenage athlete from Hull has been awarded an annual membership to Hull’s leisure facilities as part of a scheme to help the city’s future sporting stars reach world-class … More
Why this garden is going wild in Princes Avenue
Love Parks Week will celebrate the glorious legacy left to Hull by the Victorians – beautiful formal parks and gardens that were part of a public health movement to have … More
Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival opened by Lord Mayor
Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival is now open at Hull Minster.
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson opened the festival alongside Bishop Alan White, the Veterans’ Choir and a piper.… More
Two prosecuted for waste offences in Hull
A man and a woman have been prosecuted for waste offences in Hull.
Damian Mizera, of Pearson Avenue, was prosecuted and ordered to pay £640 for waste that was found … More
Michael Bolton is coming to Hull’s Bonus Arena
Award-winning singer Michael Bolton will perform at the Bonus Arena in Hull.
The performer, known for his hits How Am I Supposed to Live Without You, When A Man … More
How to celebrate Hull’s parks during Love Parks Week
Hull is lucky enough to feature a plethora of peaceful parks.
And this week, its fantastic green spaces will be celebrated as Hull Culture and Leisure is teaming with Keep … More
Hull housing project named UK’s best for older people
A Hull housing initiative has been named as the best in the country at a national awards ceremony.
Newbridge Village, which includes the revolutionary Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre, … More
Fly-tipping suspect caught on camera – can you identify him?
Can you help identify this man who is suspected of fly-tipping near Carrington Street?
The incident was captured on CCTV, which shows bags of waste left in the Hull street.… More
Warning of risks to your child ahead of Christmas as 18,000 admitted to A&E in Hull
Parents are being urged to keep their children safe in the home after 18,000 under-fives were admitted to A&E in just a year.
The project has been launched ahead of … More
Hull’s famous Arctic Corsair to move for first time in two decades
The country’s last distant water sidewinder trawler is on the move for the first time in more than 20 years.
The Arctic Corsair, Hull’s famed museum ship, will move to … More
Take a first look at RB’s £105m science and innovation centre
One of Hull’s biggest firms has revealed its magnificent £105m science and innovation centre.
RB, one of the world’s leading consumer health and hygiene companies, opened the doors on its … More
Hull Youth Enterprise Award-winner urges ‘go for it’ as nominations open
A Hull Youth Enterprise Award-winner has urged the next generation of young entrepreneurs to “go for it”.
Nominations are now open for this year’s awards, which recognise Hull’s enterprising schools, … More
Video: Artist discusses Ferens exhibition featuring people under water
A video that goes behind the scenes and shows the making of a new exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery has been released.
Sea; the Remains Between is the latest in … More
Residents urged to submit household voter details
Hull households will this week receive a form asking them to check their household voter registration details.
The Annual Canvass allows Hull City Council to keep its electoral register up-to-date.… More
How tech is supporting Hull children with additional needs
Technology to support children with hearing and visual impairments and physical disabilities has been showcased in Hull.
Hull City Council’s Integrated Physical and Sensory Service (IPaSS) supports children and young … More
Hull City Council pledges to support staff with terminal illness
Hull City Council has become the latest organisation to sign up to a policy that supports staff going through a terminal illness diagnosis.
The ‘Dying to Work’ Charter is a … More
Swimming pools shut at Woodford Leisure Centre due to heating problem
The main swimming pool at Woodford Leisure Centre will be closed from 4pm on Friday 29 November due to a problem with the heating system.
The issue means all pools … More
Hull CCG ‘outstanding’ for third year in a row
Hull’s Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has been rated as “outstanding” for a third year in a row.
NHS England’s Ofsted-style evaluation recognised the city’s innovative Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre … More