Ganton School is celebrating a remarkable milestone after being awarded its fifth International School Award by the British Council, recognising the school’s long-standing dedication to global learning, cultural exchange and international partnership.
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Critically acclaimed West End production featuring Frances Barber comes to Hull cinema
One of the most acclaimed theatre events in recent years, MUSIK will come to cinemas across the UK for a very special big-screen release, bringing its raw electricity to the cinema for the first time.
Continue readingInvesting in excellence: Celebrating apprenticeship success across Humber Education Trust
National Apprenticeship Week is underway, and Humber Education Trust is delighted to celebrate the achievements and ongoing professional development of colleagues across its organisation. The Trust’s commitment to investing in its people remains central to its mission of delivering exceptional education for every pupil.
Continue readingGround broken – Hull on the road to new electric bus fleet
A crucial step has been taken to break ground on a site that will host a new fleet of ultra-modern, electric buses for Hull.
Continue readingKCOM unveils new champion in battle for online safety
KCOM has marked Safer Internet Day by introducing its new champion in the fight to keep children safe online.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery celebrates 2026 sporting events with new beers
A Yorkshire Wolds brewery has announced a sporting theme for its monthly special edition beers in 2026.
Continue readingBritpop icon Dave Rowntree to appear at Pocklington Arts Centre
For the first time ever, Dave Rowntree, best known as the drummer for Britpop legends Blur, is hitting the road to share the unheard stories […]
Continue readingTheatre review: Macbeth at Hull Truck Theatre
Our Editor, Rich Sutherland, shares his thoughts on Macbeth at Hull Truck Theatre.
Continue readingThe Ship Inn Hull takes a stand against period poverty
The Ship Inn, located at 43 Hodgson Street, is proud to announce a new initiative to combat period poverty by providing free female sanitary products for all customers.
Continue readingWhy a private office still matters, even for 100% online businesses
There’s a growing belief that online businesses no longer need a physical office. “If everything’s digital, why rent a workspace?” It sounds logical: until you speak to founders who are actively scaling product- based and service-led brands.
Continue readingHull City Ladies and Bishop Burton College launch region’s first full-time women’s football programme
The first full-time women’s football programme in East Yorkshire has been launched to unlock exciting opportunities at the highest level.
Continue readingDive beneath the waves at The Deep this February half-term
February half-term is set to be a splash at Hull’s iconic aquarium, as visitors dive beneath the waves and discover the fascinating world of marine animal behaviour.
Continue readingExhibition celebrating women who changed the world opens at the Museums Quarter
A bold and uplifting new exhibition opens this week at the Museums Quarter, honouring twenty women whose achievements have shaped the course of history from the 1500s to the present day.
Continue readingPeople in North East and Yorkshire encouraged to earn, learn and make a difference with an NHS apprenticeship
Apprenticeships offer a route into many of the 350 NHS careers and there are opportunities at different levels, meaning no matter your current situation there’s a place for you, people in North East and Yorkshire are reminded.
Continue readingHugh Rice Jewellers returns as main sponsor for sold-out Ladies Lunch Hull with a legendary sparkling giveaway
Sailors’ Children’s Society and the HEY Smile Foundation are delighted to announce that Hugh Rice Jewellers will return as Main Sponsor of Ladies Lunch Hull 2026, bringing back their much-loved and show-stopping jewellery giveaway, which helped take the event to record fundraising levels last year.
Continue readingTigers Trust raises over £16,000 at A Question of Sport community event
The Tigers Trust were thrilled to welcome a record breaking sold out crowd to the Kingston Suite at the MKM Stadium on Thursday 5th February for their annual A Question of Sport fundraising event.
Continue readingA Technicolor Dreamcoat bursts onto the Hull New Theatre stage
Hull New Theatre is Go, Go, Go, for Hessle Theatre Company’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from 10 -14 March 2026, with a vibrant new production of one the world’s favourite family musical.
Continue readingHull City Council publishes Adult Social Care Plan for 2026-2028
Hull City Council has published its Adult Social Care Plan for 2026-2028, setting out how the council will support adults across the city to live fulfilling lives, now and in the future.
Continue readingLovell Kirk Ella apprentice follows in father’s footsteps on National Apprenticeship Day
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Day, Lovell is highlighting the journey of Ashton Askin, a 19-year-old joinery apprentice at The Sycamores development in Kirk Ella site, who is building a strong trade foundation with his sights set on a future in site management, following in his father’s footsteps.
Continue readingSimpler Recycling: Weekly food and garden waste collections set to launch in Hull from March 2026
Hull City Council is preparing to introduce Simpler Recycling, a new government‑led policy designed to make recycling clearer and more consistent across the country.
Continue readingFerens Art Gallery invites visitors ‘behind the scenes’ for Unpacked Season
Visitors to the Ferens Art Gallery are being offered a rare opportunity to experience Hull’s much‑loved art collection as they’ve never seen it before. The Ferens Unpacked Season lifts the lid on the inner workings of a major public gallery, inviting audiences to explore, question, and help shape the future of this cultural landmark as it moves towards its centenary in 2027.
Continue readingThousands attend more than 240 Healthy Holidays activities this winter
The latest Healthy Holidays Hull winter programme has been a fantastic success, reaching 5,185 children, young people, and families across the city during the winter break.
Continue readingCATCH apprentices attend 10 Downing Street reception following Letter to Prime Minister
On Monday 9th February 2026, four apprentices from Stallingborough based training provider CATCH attended a National Apprenticeship Week reception at 10 Downing Street, hosted by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, after writing directly to him about the value of apprenticeships and skills training in supporting the UK’s clean energy ambitions.
Continue readingHull’s Cross Keys pub and local community raise £63,000 for charity in last year
A community pub in Hull is celebrating after playing a major role in helping Craft Union Pub Company raise more than £1 million for charity for the second year running, thanks to the incredible efforts of its locals, volunteers and wider community.
Continue readingHull Bus Alliance showcases work of local Stagecoach apprentices in supporting sustainable transport
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, the Hull Bus Alliance has decided to shine a spotlight on the amazing work undertaken by apprentices at the city’s bus operators.
Continue readingMAMA Pregnancy Passports introduced by midwives in Hull, Goole, Scunthorpe and Grimsby
Pregnant? Hospital midwives in Hull, Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole have introduced MAMA Pregnancy Passports to help you throughout your pregnancy journey.
Continue readingLittle Explorers: Wildlife Week – A half term adventure for families at Burton Constable
Burton Constable Hall & Parkland is delighted to present Little Explorers: Wildlife Week, a fun-filled half-term experience designed to inspire curiosity and celebrate the natural world.
Continue readingEmmaus Hull & East Riding celebrates 10-year milestone
Local homelessness charity, Emmaus Hull & East Riding has celebrated ten years with a special event at its residential community in Hull.
Continue readingNational Apprenticeship Week 2026: From care to career
The week-long celebration brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.
Continue readingChildren’s Mental Health Week: Helping young people to ‘belong’
Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 is focussing on a sense of belonging with the theme of ‘This is My Place’. Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provide a broad range of mental health services for children and young people to support healthy futures and brighter lives.
Continue readingSpringfield Solutions shifts into eco gear as Oh Yes! member accelerates sustainability efforts
Digital printing and reprographics specialist Springfield Solutions is driving ahead with a green transport project which aims to cut both cost and carbon.
Continue readingMaritime guided tours set sail for 2026
Hull’s celebrated maritime guided tours are set to return for 2026, launching on Saturday 14th February, during the half-term school holiday. A dedicated team of […]
Continue readingHealthy Holidays Hull provides free half-term fun and food
Half-term is on the horizon, and school-age children and young people have a programme of free activities to look forward to.
Continue readingAnnual quiz night in Hull boosts Lord Mayor’s chosen charities
The Trevor Stark Memorial Trophy will once again be up for grabs when an annual quiz night to benefit the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund is staged at the Guildhall next month.
Continue readingNew supported living service opens in Hull
Hull City Council has welcomed the opening of a new supported living service providing high-quality homes and personalised support for people with mental health and learning disabilities.
Continue readingEvery child in the East Riding deserves a place to thrive
As Children’s Mental Health Week is marked under the theme “This Is My Place,” Liberal Democrats in the East Riding are renewing their call for urgent action to ensure every child has access to safe, supportive spaces where they can grow, feel valued, and truly belong.
Continue readingValentine’s Day football campaign takes aim at domestic abuse across the Humber region
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside (OPCC) is launching a bold new Valentine’s Day campaign at Hull, Grimsby and Scunthorpe football grounds to drive home the message that abuse is never acceptable and help is available.
Continue readingHull Amazon team celebrates top employer award for third consecutive year
The team at Amazon in Hull is celebrating following the announcement that Amazon has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for 2026 by Top Employers Institute.
Continue readingColosseum of Chaos at Hull Truck Theatre
Welcome to the Colosseum, where two idiot Gladiators will fight for your enjoyment and the amusement of the Almighty Amazon Alexa.
Continue readingComedy thriller The Grand Babylon Hotel visits Hull Truck Theatre
Claybody Theatre in association with New Vic Theatre are delighted to be visiting Hull with Arnold Bennett’s rollicking comedy thriller, The Grand Babylon Hotel. The company visits Hull Truck Theatre from Tuesday 10th to Friday 13th March 2026.
Continue readingGags and giggles aplenty at Hull City Hall’s monthly comedy club
No need to be superstitious on Friday 13th this February as Hull City Hall has a stellar line-up of comedians ready to lighten the mood at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club.
Continue readingNew shows on sale this week at Hull City Hall
From iconic music history and spellbinding family concerts to razor-sharp stand-up and improvised comedy, Hull Theatres welcomes an eclectic mix of world-class entertainment in 2026, with tickets for a host of standout shows now on sale.
Continue readingBudget proposals: Leader sets out plans for “delivering a better city for the people of Hull”
Hull City Council has published the Leader’s proposed budget for 2026/27.
Continue readingHeadscarf Hustle returns in March
Local charity and athletics club, Fitmums & Friends is hosting the third Headscarf Hustle in March. Open to all, the Headscarf Hustle is a fun and friendly, 5k run/walk in honour of Hull’s Headscarf Revolutionaries. This year it takes place along the River Humber starting at The Deep.
Continue reading‘Our City’ wants YOU! Hundreds of Hull residents to take part in spectacular city-wide processions celebrating local identity
Two processions and evening finale will light up Hull city centre on Saturday 14th March.
Continue readingNation Radio Yorkshire announced as official media partner for Connexin Live Hull
Nation Radio Yorkshire has been announced as the official media partner for Connexin Live in Hull, marking the start of a new partnership which celebrates live music, entertainment and community engagement in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingHull Vet Nurse shares top 3 tips to prevent pets getting ‘Love-Sick’ this Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day fast approaches, a local Vet Nurse is reminding pet owners that the celebration of romance is an easy day for cats and dogs to wolf down a box of chocs or singe their tails and whiskers on romantic candles.
Continue readingFive-year milestone for healthcare recruitment agency as it seeks to shift industry perceptions
A healthcare recruitment agency launched to make a difference following life-changing family health problems is celebrating its fifth anniversary.
Continue readingYoung scientists across Hull and East Yorkshire compete in triathlon
Hymers College welcomed young scientists from schools across Hull and East Yorkshire to take part in its annual Science Triathlon.
Continue readingNew community sensory area at Ings Library thanks to HTAE learners
Level 1 Painting and Decorating learners from Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) have been putting their skills to the test in a hands-on community project at Ings Library, delivering a vibrant makeover to two key rooms.
Continue readingMeet the team giving patients their independence back
When it comes to making a long-term difference to patients’ lives, Physiotherapist Jenna Ellis and Senior Occupational Therapist Jen Ross really are a ‘cut above’.
Continue readingHull city centre lights up for Time to Talk Day as Hull & East Yorkshire Mind marks 50 years
Buildings across Hull city centre will light up in local mental health charity Hull & East Yorkshire Mind’s colours on Time to Talk Day (Thursday 5th February), marking both the national awareness day and the charity’s 50th anniversary year.
Continue readingNursing apprenticeship event to be held next week
NHS Humber Health Partnership is holding a nursing apprenticeship open event on Wednesday 11th February.
Continue readingHull College students set to take learning global with international study trips
Students at Hull College are preparing to take their learning beyond the classroom and onto the global stage, with an exciting programme of international study trips planned for 2026 – beginning with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Performing Arts and Art & Design students to travel to St Lucia.
Continue readingHull Trains launches powerful new mental health podcast series to mark Time to Talk Day
The annual Time to Talk Day will see the launch of a groundbreaking new mental health podcast series from the pioneering open access operator Hull Trains.
Continue readingWilkin Chapman Rollits strengthens team with ‘highly respected’ new partner
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire’s largest law firm has strengthened its private client division with the appointment of Monika Bone as a partner in its York office.
Continue readingWhat’s on at Hull Truck Theatre this February
Hull Truck Theatre are excited to begin February with a brand-new must-see show of the season: Macbeth (Thu 5th – Sat 28th February). Premiering in Hull, Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy has been co-produced with regional theatre partners; Octagon Theatre Bolton and Derby Theatre and is also touring to the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford.
Continue readingFrom decline to recovery: Humber estuary seagrass restoration moves forward
Wilder Humber, one of the UK’s largest seascape restoration projects, has announced promising results from its first major seagrass restoration trial. The findings will help shape how seagrass is restored across the UK in the years ahead.
Continue readingBig event atmosphere set to arrive at The Bowery as pub temporarily closes for exciting refurbishment
The Bowery in Hull has closed its doors to allow for an exciting refurbishment before reopening as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub. This transformation represents a significant investment of over £339,000.
Continue readingLeave the car at home – and catch the Six Nations by bus
People in Hull are being encouraged to leave the car at home and take the bus to watch rugby’s Six Nations competition, which starts this week.
Continue readingCity of Hull Street Angels appoints Lee Pearson as Vice Chair of Trustees
The City of Hull Street Angels is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Pearson as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees, following a period of significant growth and recent success for the charity.
Continue readingGrants to arts funding reopens for creatives in Hull
Hull City Council’s annual fund for arts organisations has reopened, with the application details now live on the council’s website.
Continue readingHEY Charity Awards launched to celebrate local life-lines across Hull and East Yorkshire
Nominations are invited from local charities and community groups – which provide lifelines for local people, for the inaugural HEY Charity Awards, a brand-new event shining a spotlight on the people and organisations changing lives across Hull and East Yorkshire.
Continue readingHull’s Spurn Lightship: First piece of Hull’s maritime resurgence reopens
Hull’s Spurn Lightship is set to reopen to the public on Saturday 7th March 2026.
Continue readingColliderFest 2026 – Out of this world line-up confirmed for this year’s Hull STEAM festival
British space scientist and science educator, Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Team GB Olympian Grant Hardie and British Ice Dancing great, Sir Christopher Dean will visit Hull this March as part of ColliderFest 2026.
Continue readingHull hospital psychologist works with MS Trust to tackle pain
A Clinical Psychologist from Hull’s hospitals is working with a national charity to help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) cope with long-term pain.
Continue readingNurse retires after 60 years of service
A Hull nurse has retired after spending 60 years working for the NHS.
Continue readingTime to Talk Day: Conversations for mental health
Ahead of Time to Talk Day on Thursday 5th February, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust are sharing the variety of ways people can reach out and talk to others for support with their mental health.
Continue readingSkipper’s great-great-nephew “privileged and honoured” by Viola celebration
The great-great-nephew of a former skipper of the Viola trawler told how he felt as though he was experiencing a family reunion as he watched the work of the Viola Trust in creating a virtual reality depiction of the 120-year-old vessel.
Continue readingOrganisers urge partners to add to the energy of Humber Business Week
Energy and enterprise are emerging as the key ingredients in shaping a packed schedule of events as preparations gather pace for Humber Business Week 2026.
Continue reading“Titan” of community development appointed as President of Youth Enterprise Bank
A bank which has supported young entrepreneurs in Hull and East Yorkshire with more than 1,500 grants has announced the appointment of a global expert in community development as its new president.
Continue readingSenior partner from Yorkshire and Lincolnshire’s biggest law firm named among UK’s ‘Hot 100’
A senior lawyer from Lincolnshire and Yorkshire’s biggest law firm, Wilkin Chapman Rollits, has been named among the UK’s ‘Hot 100’ legal professionals for 2026.
Continue readingFuture Humber brings together national and regional leadership to shape Humber’s future
Future Humber has brought together senior national, regional and business leaders for an exclusive Principal & Major Partner Dinner in Hull, focused on how a confident, connected regional voice can unlock investment, accelerate collaboration and deliver long-term impact.
Continue readingBusiness leaders urged to promote reading by backing “boots to books”
Business leaders heading to a major skills and training event are being urged to bring a book in support of an initiative aimed at helping families in Hull and East Yorkshire to connect with the National Year of Reading.
Continue readingHumber Street Gallery appoints new CEO and Artistic Director
Humber Street Gallery has announced the appointment of Dave McLeavy as its new Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the gallery and the charity that operates it, Absolutely Cultured.
Continue readingNew shows on sale this week at Hull City Hall
A trio of fantastic music heads to Hull City Hall in 2026 with operatic excellence from a Britain’s Got Talent winner, an evening with rock royalty and a fabulously festive treat for the entire family.
Continue readingNew arts partnership for Hull Trinity Market
Hull City Council has announced a bold new partnership with Feral Art School and Trinity Market. The year-long pilot programme will begin to transform one of the city’s most historic indoor markets into a vibrant hub for contemporary art, creativity, and community engagement.
Continue readingSewell on the go donates £10,000 to local causes
Sewell on the go, an East Yorkshire independent forecourt retailer, has donated £10,000 to support five community organisations through Co-op Wholesale’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) charity and its Heart of the Community Funding Giveaway.
Continue readingCreative Voice Dance returns to Hull New Theatre
Celebrate the next generation of dancers and choreographers as Creative Voice, Hull Dance Move Together and East Riding Youth Dance take over Hull New Theatre next week.
Continue readingJames Acaster: ‘Cinemagoers Welcome’
Audiences are invited to experience one of the most daring live comedy events of recent years from the comfort of their local cinema, as James Acaster brings his acclaimed stand-up experiment to the big screen with JAMES ACASTER: CINEMAGOERS WELCOME, exclusively in cinemas from Friday 6th March.
Continue readingLiz Earle MBE announced as keynote speaker for Ladies Lunch 2026 in Hull
Sailors’ Children’s Society and HEY Smile Foundation are delighted to announce that Liz Earle MBE will be the keynote speaker at Ladies Lunch 2026, the region’s standout fundraising event celebrating women and supporting children and communities in crisis.
Continue readingThe John Godber Company returns to Hull Truck with the classic comedy ‘Teechers’
Touring theatre favourite The John Godber Company returns to Hull Truck this April with Teechers, the hilarious and hard-hitting modern classic by acclaimed playwright John Godber.
Continue readingHull hospitals introduce specialist support for patients with dementia and delirium
Hull hospitals have introduced a specialist support team to help patients living with dementia and delirium – and support the NHS staff caring for them.
Continue readingRamsdens opens new store in Hull
Ramsdens, the trusted financial services provider and retailer has opened a new store located at 25 King Edward Street, Hull.
Continue readingHumber shortlisted for two Digital Healthcare Awards
Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust have been making huge strides in their digital innovations, in line with the NHS 10 Year Plan’s push for digitisation in healthcare. Now the Trust has been shortlisted for two Health Service Journal (HSJ) Digital Awards 2026.
Continue readingBig event atmosphere set to arrive at the Hallgate Tavern as pub temporarily closes for exciting refurbishment
The Hallgate Tavern in Cottingham has closed its doors to allow for an exciting refurbishment before reopening as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub. This transformation represents a significant investment of over £350,300.
Continue readingNational Lottery Heritage Fund award Middle Child grant to reignite Hull’s theatre history
An 18-month-long arts project exploring and celebrating Hull’s forgotten theatre history is underway, thanks to support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Continue reading‘I want us to be the best in the country’: New Head takes the helm at Hymers College Junior School
The new Head of Hymers College Junior School has said she will strive for it to become the best in the country as she settles into her new role.
Continue readingMake UK Executive Director praises Ideal Heating as leading light of British manufacturing
The new Executive Director of Make UK, Rt Hon Robert Halfon, has hailed Ideal Heating as a shining example of British manufacturing during a visit to the company’s Hull headquarters.
Continue readingCrime Prevention Fund boosts security and safety for Hull’s communities
More organisations and communities across Hull that have applied for grants from the Crime Prevention Fund (CPF) have been announced.
Continue readingHull Trains reveals the secrets to top train trips with kids
The secrets to enjoying a relaxing train journey with your kids have been revealed by one of Hull Trains’ Onboard Managers.
Continue readingFilm premiere kick-starts quit campaign
A new film starring Hull residents premiered in the city on Friday. Quitters is a powerful 30-minute documentary about people who changed their lives by deciding to quit smoking. Screened at Hull Truck Theatre and followed by a Q&A session, Quitters is intended to inspire other smokers to follow in the footsteps of its stars.
Continue readingJohn Bishop to perform at Connexin Live in 2027
The popular comedian has announced a major UK and Ireland tour for spring 2027 with a brand-new show, Let’s Go Round Again.
Continue readingThe rise of AI, heritage-led regeneration and international connections – Hull culture conference
Hull’s annual cultural conference Cultural Tides is returning to Hull Truck, with free tickets now available to book for those with an interest in Hull’s cultural and heritage offer.
Continue readingHull joins world-leading study to screen newborns for genetic conditions
Researchers in Hull have joined one of the world’s leading genetic screening studies for newborn babies.
Continue readingHumber Rescue responds to person in the water on the River Humber
Humber Rescue volunteers were tasked on the afternoon of Wednesday 21st January to a person in the water on the River Humber, in what developed into a fast-moving, multi-agency emergency response.
Continue readingLegendary comic Les Dennis joins the cast of WAITRESS
Producers Barry and Fran Weissler together with David Ian for Crossroads Live have announced that star of stage and screen Les Dennis joins the cast of musical comedy WAITRESS as Joe, alongside West End star Evelyn Hoskins as Dawn when it comes to Hull New Theatre this autumn.
Continue readingThe Deep named Yorkshire Coast’s best family attraction
The Deep, Hull’s iconic aquarium and conservation charity, has been announced as the ‘Best Family Attraction (Yorkshire Coast)’ at the Little Vikings Awards 2026.
Continue readingHull to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Some of Hull’s most well-known buildings are to be lit purple to mark Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD).
Continue readingGoole seating specialist launches specialist chair in tribute to the late Rob Burrow CBE, with sales raising money for MND
Leading seating expert, Channel Healthcare, based in East Yorkshire, has launched a brand new specialist chair; the Tri-Chair 7, inspired by rugby league legend, the late Rob Burrow CBE.
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