Freedom Festival 2019 line-up revealed
The line-up for the 12th annual Freedom Festival has been unveiled.
And this year, the international arts programme has been expanded to five days.
From Wednesday 28 August, Hull will … More
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£27.4m plans to protect Hull’s maritime treasures submitted
Plans to future-proof Hull’s maritime treasures have been submitted.
Hull City Council’s architect, Purcell, has submitted applications that would put into action ambitious plans including a new visitor attraction at … More
Why in Hull, archaeology is no barrier to development
You may have noticed in the past few years, Hull has seen its biggest physical transformation since the Second World War.
Excavation sites at the Princes Quay footbridge and South … More
Hull Ice Arena to close temporarily
Hull Ice Arena will be temporarily closed for essential works from Monday 8 July.
Hot water boilers will be upgraded and the water cylinder will be replaced to provide a … More
Lord Mayor’s Hanse Day in Hull city centre this weekend
Two of Hull’s much-loved summer events will come together in this city centre this weekend.
Lord Mayor’s Hanse Day 2019 – a combination of International Hanse Day and the Lord … More
‘Follow your dreams’ urges backpackers’ hostel owner in Hull
A keen traveller who opened a popular backpackers’ hostel in Hull is urging aspiring entrepreneurs to follow their dreams.
Glenn Gavin, 50, says his passion for simple accommodation that is … More
£55,000 invested in smart technology to tackle traffic congestion
Hull City Council has been awarded £55,000 to use its data to tackle traffic congestion.
The Department for Transport funding will be used to develop a template for sharing traffic … More
Ennerdale Leisure Centre to get £1.76m refurbishment
Ennerdale Leisure Centre will be given a £1.76 million facelift.
The centre will close to the public on Monday 1 July, with working starting in mid-July.
Regular users of the … More
Hull’s new Lord Mayor wants to meet you
Hull’s newest Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber is inviting Hull residents to pay him a visit.
Councillor Steve Wilson, who was installed in office … More
Help council to support young people – and win £50
Young people in Hull are being asked to help tailor support and activities available to them – and could win £50 in vouchers for their trouble.
Hull City Council has … More
Hull City Council signs up for Humber push to tackle climate change
Hull City Council is among 11 major Humber organisations that it is hoped will place the region at the forefront of global decarbonisation.
The organisations from the private and public … More
European Parliamentary election results announced
The European Parliamentary election results have been announced.
In Yorkshire and the Humber, six MEPs (Members of the European Parliament) were elected as follows:
Elected MEPs
5 things to do this Bank Holiday weekend
It’s the Bank Holiday weekend once again, the sun is shining and the city’s calendars are filling with fantastic events.
In the next few days, you can to learn about … More
Can you identify this man suspected of fly-tipping in Hull?
Can you help identify this man who is suspected of fly-tipping in Morpeth Street?
The incident was captured on CCTV, which shows bags of waste left in the Hull street.… More
Steps icon Claire Richards joins Mel C at Pride in Hull
Steps star Claire Richards has been announced as the final headliner at this year’s Pride in Hull.
She will join Spice Girl Mel C and RuPaul’s Drag Race phenomenon Alaska … More
Why you should support Dementia Action Week
Dementia affects thousands of people living in Hull.
There are estimated to be more than 2,900 people living with dementia in the city.
About 1,800 are formally diagnosed and recorded … More
Hull bids for major maritime project funding
Hull has bid for funding to secure a project that will transform its most important maritime treasures.
Hull City Council has applied for £13.6m from the National Lottery Heritage Fund … More
Gandhi’s grandson coming to Hull for 150th birthday of activist
The grandson of Mahatma Gandhi is to give a lecture in Hull to mark his grandfather’s 150th birthday.
Gopal Gandhi is a former IAS officer and diplomat who was the … More
Hull’s 107th Lord Mayor Steve Wilson takes the chains
The new Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber, has been officially installed in office.
Councillor Steve Wilson received the chains and robes in a ceremony … More
Preston Road care home rated ‘good’ by inspectors
A Hull City Council residential care home has been rated as “good” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The 220 Preston Road assisted living facility, which provides care to nine … More
Could you take home the 5 Veg Challenge trophy?
Aspiring Masterchefs are encouraged to veg out at a Hull cooking competition.
The 5 Veg Challenge has been designed to promote the range of dishes that can be created using … More
Highways works at Priory Park could secure £25m investment
Highways improvement works are set to get under way in Priory Park near Hull.
The works will allow investment on land near Henry Boot Way, unlocking up to 15,600 sq … More
How you can back Hull’s huge £27.4m major maritime project
Hull residents are being urged to back a bid for millions of pounds towards Hull’s ambitious £27.4m major maritime project.
Hull City Council is bidding for £13.6m from the National … More
Pearson Park restoration hits significant milestone
The restoration of Pearson Park has reached another milestone with a contractor being appointed to deliver the remainder of the £3.8m project.
Work has already begun on the restoration of … More
Get your skates on at Fruit Market roller rink
Roll into half-term next week as the Stage@TheDock amphitheatre is transformed into a roller rink for a week.
The stunning outdoor stage in the heart of the Fruit Market will … More
Follow a free Hull culture trail with these new art exhibitions
Hull has earned itself a bit of a reputation for culture, don’t you know? And it is certainly living up to its reputation with plenty of art exhibitions opening in … More
‘If you are struggling with body image, try talking to someone’
This year's Mental Health Awareness Week carried the theme of body image. Here, public health marketing officer Hannah Scorer shares her experiences.
Hull to host free Royal Opera House live screening
Hull will be the only city in Yorkshire to host a screening of the Royal Ballet’s adaptation of Romeo and Juliet – live from the Royal Opera House.
Hull Minster … More
Council tenants urged to share memories to mark 100 years of council housing
Hull council tenants are being urged to share their memories of living in council housing to mark 100 years since the first council homes.
Hull City Council is organising a … More
£728,000 funding to help Hull’s rough sleepers
Hull City Council has successfully bid for £728,000 to help alleviating rough sleeping in the city.
The grant application was made to the Rapid Rehousing Pathway 2019-20 fund.
The funding … More