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New-look Azuma train from Hull to London launched

A new high-speed rail service between Hull and London arrived on-time at King’s Cross on maiden journey from Paragon Interchange.

London North Eastern Railway’s (LNER) inaugural Azuma service was launched … More







Hull independent retail scene ‘thriving’

41 per cent of retail units in Hull city centre are independent, according to latest figures.

The stats from HullBID (Hull Business Improvement District) also show retail unit vacancy rates … More


Foster Care Fortnight runs until Sunday 26 May. Picture: John-Mark Smith

Could you foster a child in Hull?

Could you help change the future of a child for the better?

Foster Care Fortnight – the UK’s biggest foster care awareness campaign – began this week and runs until … More


Karolis Atkociunas was prosecuted for the condition of his property, Hull.

12 prosecuted for environmental crimes in Hull

Hull City Council has prosecuted 12 residents for environmental crimes across the city.

Enforcement action was taken against the following people after they failed to manage their waste or clear … More





A Lego Assembly Challenge in Hull could have families losing their heads. Picture: Carson Arias

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

An abundance of absorbing events will take place in Hull over the next three days – including the visit of a Britain’s Got Talent-winning comedian, a contemporary dance festival and … More







People dining inside Trinity Market

This popular vegan market is returning to Hull

A popular vegan market is returning to Hull’s Old Town this month.

Trinity Market hosted its first Trinity After Dark vegan market in February, with hundreds of people turning up … More


Queens Gardens in Hull city centre.

6 peaceful green spaces in Hull city centre

Hull has some beautiful, peaceful green spaces near to the city centre.

Parks, gardens and flowerbeds are just a short walk from the hustle and bustle, perfect for a relaxing … More


The European elections take place on Thursday May 23.

European elections: All you need to know

The countdown is on for the European Parliament elections, when Hull residents will be able to vote on candidates representing Yorkshire and the Humber.

The elections take place on Thursday … More


This year’s Hull City Council Tenants’ Garden Competition will be the biggest yet.

Search on for best garden among Hull tenants

Green-fingered Hull City Council tenants will be again given the chance to show off their gardening skills.

And this year’s Hull City Council Tenants’ Garden Competition will includes more categories … More


Freedom Festival will take place over five days this year. Picture: Tom Arran

Freedom Festival expands to five days for 2019

Hull’s award-winning Freedom Festival is returning for its 12th year with an extended arts programme spanning five days.

The celebration of art, community and humanity will once again converge on … More






The River Hull Tidal Barrier.

Huge flood-proof Hull development a step closer

The final submissions for Hull’s first large-scale flood-proof development have been shortlisted.

Earlier this year, Hull City Council announced a competition in conjunction with RIBA, seeking water-resilient design ideas for … More