Archaeology work begins ahead of Hull Minster visitor centre works
Archaeology work has begun has begun ahead of a new extension at the historic Hull Minster.
A new visitor and heritage centre in a glass, bronze and stone extension on … More
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Choir raises deaf awareness through song
A choir in Hull is on a mission to make singing and music more inclusive.
Hull Visual Voices has 16 members, all of whom are British Sign Language (BSL) users. … More
Caught on camera: three hit with heavy fines for fly-tipping in Hull
Hull City Council successfully prosecuted three residents for fly-tipping in Hull.
The offenders were caught on CCTV footage carrying out the criminal acts and have all be landed with heavy … More
Sun to shine on Big Malarkey Festival this weekend
The Big Malarkey Festival will open its gates to the public this weekend.
Over the past week, school children have been visiting the children’s literacy festival in East Park, where … More
Hull’s waste vehicles have had a rebrand – and they’re reminding you to love your city
Hull City Council’s fleet of 49 waste vehicles have had a rebrand – and they are encouraging residents to love Hull and recycle correctly.
Last month, more than 80 per … More
One of Ferens Art Gallery’s earliest pieces receives conservation award
One of the first artworks gifted to Hull by Thomas Ferens has won a prestigious award that will allow it to be preserved and displayed for future generations.
The Night … More
Council responds to rising demand for secondary school places with multi-million pound investment
Hull City Council is increasing the capacity of three schools in the city to respond to the rising demand in secondary school places.
It is projected that over the next … More
Hull’s Paul Jubb to play in Wimbledon men’s singles
Hull’s Paul Jubb is tennis’s new star.
The 19 year old, who grew up in a council house in Hull, will play in the men’s singles at Wimbledon for the … More
Free bus travel for leisure users as Ennerdale closes its doors for refurbishment
As Ennerdale Leisure Centre prepares to close its doors for a £1.76 million refurb, users are being offered free bus travel to its closest alternative, Woodford.
The facility in … More
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
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