Essential repairs to Preston Road
Essential repair works will take place in Preston Road from Friday 28 June.
The kerbing and carriageway works will take place between Marfleet Lane and Annandale Road.
The road will … More
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Hull leads the way in how to tackle threat of flooding
Hull City Council’s Cabinet has approved plans to consult the public on a joint framework to address flooding issues when considering future planning developments.
The authority is the first in … More
Hull flies the flag for human rights
Hull City Council is flying a specially designed flag at The Guildhall and Central Library to mark the 70th anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights.
The Universal Declaration … More
Hull City Council takes steps to control rise of HMOs in the city
Hull City Council has moved a step closer to tackling problems arising from houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) across the city.
The council’s Cabinet today supported a plan that would … More
Latest generation of traders breathe new life and ideas into city
Young traders and independent businesses are going to be celebrated on Saturday at Hull’s Trinity Market.
Some of the city’s most creative, entrepreneurial and hard-working traders are going in front … More
It’s National Picnic Week – check out the top five spots in our region for a picnic
Not only does today mark the start of summer with the longest day of the year, it is also the start of National Picnic Week. We are fortunate to have … More
Six Hull residents prosecuted for waste offences
Six Hull residents have been prosecuted for a number of environmental crimes including fly-tipping, untidy land, and littering, across the city.
Kirk Horne of Torridge Grove, Hull, was prosecuted and … More
Hull set to bloom in gardening competition – and there’s still time to enter
There’s just under two weeks left for Hull’s green-fingered residents to enter the city-wide competition Hull in Bloom 2019.
Hull in Bloom is a chance for the city’s budding gardeners … More
Second phase of £3.8m Pearson Park restoration starts next week
The second phase of the £3.8m restoration of Pearson Park will begin on Monday (June 24).
In December the park’s iconic archway was removed. It is currently being restored by … More
Different pasts, shared futures
This week is Refugee Week; a week that celebrates different pasts, shared futures.
Hull City Council is proud to support Refugee Week, the UK’s largest festival celebrating the contribution of … More
Gin celebrates Hull’s rich maritime heritage
Hull’s first gin distillery and bar is celebrating the city’s rich maritime heritage by launching a special gin honouring the city’s seafaring past.
Humber Street Distillery Co. has launched its … More
Cabinet to consider £4m Queens Gardens improvements
Cabinet is being asked to approve the allocation of £4m of funding to carry out improvements to Queens Gardens.
The improvements would see the complete rebuilding of the retaining walls … More
The story of Hull Champion Jockey who fought the establishment and won
On Tuesday, the eyes of the sporting world will turn to Royal Ascot – one of horse racing’s most prestigious festivals.
For five days, stars of flat racing from all … More
See how Hull leisure time has changed over the years
A new photographic exhibition is to provide a glimpse at how people of Hull have spent their leisure time over the years.
The exhibition, called Having Fun, will pull together … More
Eastern Cemetery to be extended
Work to improve Eastern Cemetery in Hull will begin on Monday 17 June.
The work will create 1,150 new spaces as Hull City Council capital investment will mean burials will … More
Meet Anna and her kind-hearted carer Clare from Shared Lives in Hull
Could you share your home with an adult who is in need of support?
That’s just what kind-hearted Clare did after becoming involved with the Shared Lives scheme in Hull. … More
Kaiser Chiefs and Razorlight to perform at Hull’s Bonus Arena
The Kaiser Chiefs are coming to the Bonus Arena early next year.
The Yorkshire band, famed for songs such as I Predict A Riot, Ruby and Every Day I … More
Five Father’s Day gifts ideas with Hull theme
It’s Father’s Day this Sunday and, let’s be honest, most people tend to leave picking out a gift to the last minute. If the kitchen cupboard is overflowing with ‘world’s … More
Hull maintains Fairtrade City status – and is praised for promoting the cause
Hull has maintained its Fairtrade City status – and has made a commitment to keep promoting Fairtrade principles.
Fairtrade ensures farmers and workers in developing countries around the world are … More
‘Being a carer never leaves you’ says father who cares for 38-year-old son
Carers play an indispensable role in our society.
More than five million people providing care for a family member or friend with a disability, mental or physical illness, substance misuse … More
Exhibition in Hull celebrates gypsy, Roma and traveller culture
An exhibition to celebrate gypsy, Roma and traveller culture will open at Hull’s Streetlife Museum this month.
The exhibition, from Thursday 13 June to Thursday 27 June, has been set … More
Hull pensioner’s one-woman show heads to Edinburgh Fringe
A one-woman show from a Hull pensioner will be previewed at Kardomah 94 next month before heading to Edinburgh Fringe this summer.
Polly Pattison, who is 77 years old, will … More
‘Carers need support too – they make a huge difference’
Carers need caring for too – and that is why Hull City Council and its partners are highlighting support available to those who care for others.
During Carers Week 2019… More
Sculcoates Bridge to close for essential repairs
Sculcoates Bridge will be closed from Monday 1 July to Sunday 21 July for essential repair works.
The bridge in Chapman Street will be closed for three weeks so engineers … More
Circus comes to town as Freedom Festival and Back to Ours team up
Two popular Hull festivals have joined forces to bring four spectacular circus shows to the city.
The expanded five-day Freedom Festival will include the quartet of quirky performances after a … More
Humber Street Gallery announces summer programme
Humber Street Gallery, the contemporary visual arts space on Hull’s rejuvenated Fruit Market, has announced its summer programme.
The broad programme includes work looking at Hull’s history of food production, … More
How technology helped transform a life
A mum says assistive technology in her home has greatly improved the life of her daughter who has learning difficulties.
In March 2018, Donna Lilley’s home was fitted with equipment … More
Tuesday’s Royal Ballet screening moved to Hull Minster
Tomorrow’s free Royal Ballet screening has been moved to Hull Minster due to the weather forecast.
The screening of Kenneth MacMillan’s celebrated ballet Romeo and Juliet was due to take … More
PRS Foundation New Musical Biennial returns next month
A free music festival featuring some of the UK’s most most exciting music creators returns to Hull next month.
PRS Foundation’s New Music Biennial – which takes place across two … More
‘It was time for a change’ – how this Hull extra care resident turned his life around
A 73-year-old man has told how he turned his life around after years spent living on the streets and battling alcohol issues.
Four months ago, Colin moved into Redwood Glades, … More