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View article Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival opened by Lord Mayor

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. Of 25 trees entered for display, judges named Ganton School’s tree the best and the team behind it will be invited for afternoon tea in […]

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View article Lord Mayor to bring new Christmas Tree Festival to Hull Minster

Lord Mayor to bring new Christmas Tree Festival to Hull Minster

Business and organisations have been invited to take part in a charity Christmas tree festival next month. The event will see decorated Christmas trees displayed at the Hull Minster. It takes place from Tuesday 3 to Sunday 8 December from 10am to 4pm. Funds will be raised for the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund, which […]

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View article Hull’s Christmas lights switch-on: All you need to know

Hull’s Christmas lights switch-on: All you need to know

Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on by the Lord Mayor and special guests this week. Queen Victoria Square will come alive with light and sound installations on Thursday 14 November, with thousands expected to watch. Entertainment will get under way at 5pm, with performer Andy Train taking the reins as host on Hull […]

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View article Millions who died in First World War remembered in Hull this weekend

Millions who died in First World War remembered in Hull this weekend

Hull will this weekend remember the millions who lost their lives in the First World War and subsequent conflicts. Hull’s annual service of remembrance will take place on Sunday at the Hull Cenotaph in Paragon Square, marking the 101st anniversary of the 1918 armistice. It will follow work to improve access to the Cenotaph which […]

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View article Hull businesses thanked by the Lord Mayor for supporting care leavers

Hull businesses thanked by the Lord Mayor for supporting care leavers

Hull businesses which provide support to care-leavers have been recognised for their work by the Lord Mayor. Firms which offered opportunities for young people as to improve their vocational and educational profile, as well as opening up future employment prospects, were presented with a certificate and pin badge and welcomed into the Lord Mayor’s parlour. Trident, NPS […]

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View article Two exceptional teens invited to switch on Hull’s Christmas lights

Two exceptional teens invited to switch on Hull’s Christmas lights

Two exceptional young people from Hull have been invited to switch on the city’s Christmas lights this year. Paralympian Sophie Carter and inspirational Harrison Torr have been asked by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson, to help with the festivities after he met them earlier this year. Sophie, 15, who has cerebral palsy, is a […]

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View article These young entrepreneurs in Hull are eyeing prestigious awards

These young entrepreneurs in Hull are eyeing prestigious awards

The best young entrepreneurs, schools and businesses in Hull are crossing their fingers ahead of a prestigious awards night in the city. The Hull Youth Enterprise Awards will highlight the outstanding work of businesses and business people in nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs in Hull. The event is organised by Hull City Council in […]

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View article Shared Lives carers recognised for their hard work

Shared Lives carers recognised for their hard work

Residents who have cared for vulnerable adults for almost 20 years have been recognised for their hard work. The Shared Lives scheme was launched in 2000, giving carers the opportunity to open up their homes to care and support some of the city’s most vulnerable people. But many residents were already providing this vital care […]

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