Against the odds, an East Yorkshire-based all-female theatre collective is celebrating the tenth anniversary of their company which has survived and flourished despite cuts in UK arts funding, a global pandemic, economic recession and a cost-of-living crisis.
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Hull Maritime Museum to unveil extraordinary treasures as major transformation opens this August
Rare scrimshaw, Arctic relics and historic objects to go on public display for the first time.
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New exhibition celebrates Hull’s maritime past through the lens of William Jackson
Hull History Centre will host Industrial River: The Photographs of William Jackson, a new exhibition opening on Tuesday 2nd June. Running until Saturday 21st November 2026, the display offers visitors a rare glimpse into Hull’s working rivers and docks during a period of profound change.
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Foxglove Supported Living celebrates 10 years of bespoke specialist care and support across Hull and the East Riding
Foxglove Supported Living is proudly celebrating 10 years of delivering specialist supported living homes to people across Hull and the East Riding.
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Yorkshire Cancer Research thanks volunteers for vital contributions to life-saving cancer research in Yorkshire
To mark Volunteers’ Week (1 – 7 June 2026), Yorkshire Cancer Research celebrated the hundreds of volunteers who play a vital role in making ground-breaking discoveries and progress in cancer research in Yorkshire possible.
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Hadestown comes to Hull New Theatre in 2027
The smash-hit Broadway and West End musical sensation by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin comes to Hull New Theatre from Tuesday 21st to Saturday 25th September 2027.
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FlamePro wins place on major framework to provide life-saving kit to fire services
East Yorkshire-based firefighter PPE manufacturer FlamePro has been awarded a place on the UK’s biggest framework to supply life-saving kit to fire services. FlamePro has […]
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Neill & Brown charges ahead with EV investment
Neill & Brown Global Logistics is motoring towards a greener future with an investment in electric vehicles.
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Humber students stage takeover at regional business week launch
Young people took centre stage to challenge perceptions and explore the region’s future at Future Humber’s Flipping the Script event at the MKM Stadium.
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André Rieu’s 2026 summer concert Viva Maastricht comes to over 600 cinemas across the UK
Step into a spectacular evening of music, joy, and celebration with André Rieu’s 2026 Maastricht Concert – Viva Maastricht! Captured live in the breathtaking Vrijthof Square in the heart of his hometown, this brand-new summer concert brings the magic of André’s world-famous performances to cinemas across the UK for one weekend only on 8th and 9th Ausgust 2026.
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Quickline wins two top honours at the UK Fibre Awards 2026
Quickline has received national recognition for its rural broadband rollout and community impact across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
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Rugby World Cup winner Matt Dawson MBE announced as Headline Speaker for Sports Lunch Hull
Sailors’ Children’s Society is delighted to announce that Rugby World Cup winner, broadcaster and entrepreneur Matt Dawson MBE will be the headline speaker at this year’s sold-out Sports Lunch Hull.
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£100k upgrade for Hull Maternity Triage Unit
Hull’s Maternity Triage Unit is to undergo a £100,000 upgrade to offer advice and assessment of concerns during pregnancy and early labour.
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Diony signals next-level ambitions with landmark leadership appointment
Fast-growing performance marketing agency, Diony, has underlined its next-level ambitions with the appointment of a high-profile director who brings nearly two decades of experience in […]
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H&T Pawnbrokers arrive at North Point Shopping Centre
On Friday 19th June, H&T Pawnbrokers will officially open the doors to their newest branch in North Point Shopping Centre.
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Big Charity Giveaway delivers £36,750 to support Hull communities
Communities across Hull are set to benefit from a £36,750 boost through the Jane Tomlinson Appeal’s ‘Big Charity Giveaway’, bringing much-needed support to some of the city’s most vulnerable and disadvantaged.
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Quickline records strongest-ever start to the year as Sowden & Sowden partnership drives brand evolution
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire broadband provider Quickline Communications has recorded one of the strongest periods in its history, with record-breaking sales days, its highest-ever monthly installation figures and growing brand awareness across the region as the business continues its ambitious expansion plans.
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Humber Business Week audience hears how career switch took economics graduate from Hull to Hollywood
A University of Hull economics graduate who became a global movie executive working on box office blockbusters worth more than a billion dollars told his audience at Humber Business Week that he only entered the industry because he was a flop in the world of finance.
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Forgotten Danish Church to mark 70th anniversary of relocation as flat-pack community hall
A forgotten flat-pack building shipped from Scandinavia in the 1940s to replace a church which was flattened in an air raid has been found just six miles from its original location.
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Ideal opens its doors to showcase the present and future of heating
Visitors have gained a behind-the-scenes insight into the present and future of heating at the Hull headquarters of the industry’s market leader.
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Three new partners appointed at Wilkin Chapman Rollits
Law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has further strengthened its senior team with the appointment of three new partners.
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Quickline apprenticeship scheme reaps rewards across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire
Almost 130 people from across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire have boosted their skills and career prospects through an apprenticeship scheme led by independent broadband provider Quickline.
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Submissions start for the Young Artist Open exhibition
Budding young artists are being encouraged to enter their artwork for an exhibition at the Ferens Art Gallery.
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Pride Month in Hull: The Queer Future is Already Here
An article by Holly Stark, North Lincolnshire writer and MA Creative Writing graduate, University of Hull.
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Ahoy shipmates! Hull New Theatre announces swashbuckling panto line up
Hull New Theatre and Crossroads Pantomimes have today unveiled a stellar line up for this year’s seafaring tale, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.
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Anarchy on Humber Street as Hull musicians stage alternative King’s Birthday Punk Party
While official birthday celebrations take place around the country, Hull’s Humber Street will be hosting a very different kind of party on Saturday 20th June.
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Hull College students set to celebrate creative journeys at The Degree Show 2026
Graduating students from Hull College are preparing to showcase their creativity as the college’s annual Degree Show returns next week, offering a first look at work shaped by years of artistic development, experimentation, and ambition.
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Hull Trains supports 8,500 East Yorkshire sports fans with special non-stop services in May
Hull Trains supported a record number of sports fans in May, with special non-stop services for Hull City and Hull KR’s finals in London.
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Clifton Primary celebrated as a Jigsaw Flagship School for championing wellbeing and excellence
Clifton Primary School is proud to announce its recognition as a Jigsaw PSHE Flagship School, a prestigious accolade that reflects the school’s unwavering commitment to nurturing the social and emotional wellbeing of its pupils.
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Spring Live draws thousands for spectacular day at Bishop Burton College
Thousands of visitors flocked to Bishop Burton College for this year’s Spring Live event, with organisers hailing the day a huge success.
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Help make Winterton a first aid town
Residents across Winterton are being invited to take part in a new community initiative that could help save lives.
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Celebrate Pride season 2026 with Hull Truck Theatre
June marks the start of Pride Month in the UK and this year’s Pride Season at Hull Truck Theatre will celebrate the work of LGBTQ+ people with a variety of new writing, comedy, drag, puppetry, musical numbers and burlesque.
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Provocative Pots: New ceramics by Chris Turrell and Simon Dredge
To celebrate 25 Years of Gay Pride in Hull 2026, at a time when identity, memory, and cultural history remain fiercely contested, Studio Eleven Gallery presents Provocative Pots — a bold new exhibition of ceramic works by Liverpool-based artists Chris Turrell and Simon Dredge. Through clay, porcelain, glaze, image, and narrative, the exhibition confronts the enduring overlap of queerness, visibility, politics, and survival.
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Give your time in Hull: Local charity shop welcomes new volunteers
Emmaus Hull & East Riding is inviting local people to volunteer in its charity shops and support the organisation’s work helping individuals who have experienced homelessness rebuild their lives.
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Hull and East Yorkshire Mind launches new counselling service
A new counselling and therapy service has launched across Hull and East Yorkshire, aiming to help people access professional mental health support quicker and avoid the long waits often associated with traditional pathways.
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New shows on sale now at Hull Theatres
Hull Theatres announces an exciting line-up of new shows on sale now at Hull New Theatre at Hull City Hall. There’s a fascinating journey through human history with Professor Alice Roberts, two breathtaking ballets from Varna International Ballet & Orchestra, riotous stand-up from Ross Noble and Simon Brodkin and a naughty night of nostalgia from Gareth Gates.
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What’s on at Hull Truck Theatre this June
As the days get longer and the weather warms up, Hull Truck Theatre is delighted to present an exciting mix of entertainment this June, with an eclectic line-up of live performances, comedy, family favourites and community events.
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Little Owls Nursery celebrates 10 years and is looking for passionate staff to join the team
Little Owls day nursery, which is owned and run by Dove House Hospice to raise funds for the charity, is celebrating 10 years since it first started looking after children at the original Chamberlain Road site.
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Free fish and chips served up for charity in Hull
Smales and Sailors’ Children’s Society are bringing a taste of the seaside back to Hull city centre this National Fish and Chip Day, with a huge fundraising celebration planned for Friday 5th June in Queen’s Gardens.
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Trinity Market event to open Hull & East Yorkshire Fashion Week
The eagerly anticipated return of Hull & East Yorkshire Fashion Week will kick off with an opening event at the historic Trinity Market.
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Pocklington Together: A Celebration of Volunteers
Pocklington Arts Centre is set to unveil a new photography exhibition celebrating the many individuals who generously give their time to support the local community.
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Humber Street Sesh wristbands are now on sale
Recycled wristbands for Hull’s iconic grassroots music festival, Humber Street Sesh, are on sale now from independent outlets across the city.
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Attention as Resistance: Birding in the Age of Burnout
An article by Holly Stark, North Lincolnshire writer and MA Creative Writing graduate, University of Hull.
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Refugee Week 2026 events in Hull
Taking place from 15th to 21st June, this year’s Refugee Week theme is courage.
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Queen’s Gardens transformation complete as city centre green space fully reopens
Queen’s Gardens will fully reopen to the public from Friday 28th May, marking the completion of a £21m investment to repair, transform and futureproof Hull city centre’s most important green space.
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Fatboy Slim, Lucy Spraggan and more join UK-wide grassroots festival Everywhere At Once
Leading UK charity Music Venue Trust (MVT) and The National Lottery today announce an expanded line-up for Everywhere At Once, the UK-wide live music weekend bringing festival season directly to grassroots music venues across the country.
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Neill & Brown welcomes European logistics leaders
The international freight forwarding community has convened in Hull for a major annual event hosted by Neill & Brown Global Logistics.
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Caremark Hull & East Riding powers greener home care with new eBike fleet
Caremark Hull & East Riding is rethinking the way home care is delivered locally after expanding its fleet of eBikes to help reduce emissions and make journeys between customer visits more efficient.
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HEY Charity Awards shine a spotlight on ‘everyday local heroes’ across Hull and East Yorkshire
Charities, grassroots community groups and volunteers from across Hull and East Yorkshire were celebrated at the inaugural HEY Charity Awards, an evening dedicated to recognising the people and organisations quietly transforming local lives every day.
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Ashley James announced as guest speaker for Women of Achievement Awards 2026
Ashley James, one of the UK’s most recognisable feminist voices, known for calling out inequality and championing women’s voices, has been announced as the guest speaker for the Women of Achievement Awards 2026.
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East Yorkshire village to host biennial Open Gardens event
Seven gardens in the East Yorkshire village of Shiptonthorpe will open to the public on 4th and 5th July.
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How your car can help you live life to the full
The right car doesn’t just take you from A to B. It makes everyday life smoother, weekends easier and hobbies more accessible.
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Supporting healthier workplaces across Hull and East Yorkshire
Local NHS charity Health Stars is inviting employers, managers and staff from across the region to attend a new Workforce Wellbeing Exchange event as part of Humber Business Week.
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Free 3-course meal for kids this half-term
Kids eat free over the May half-term holidays at all Zizzi restaurants across England and Wales.
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AaGlobal puts power in its people to drive AI and IT improvements to services
A leading translation and interpreting businesses has acted to build on its investment in technology and people with two key appointments from the homegrown talent within its ranks.
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Quickline backs young East Yorkshire entrepreneurs with new digital inclusion grants
Rural broadband provider Quickline has announced a new partnership with the John Cracknell Youth Enterprise Bank (JCYEB) to support digital inclusion and youth entrepreneurship across East Yorkshire.
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Bishop Burton College showcases industry-ready talent at annual Stock Skills event
The next generation of agricultural and equine professionals put their skills to the test at Bishop Burton College’s annual Stock Skills competition.
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East Yorkshire chicken business’s successful Food Safety and Quality audit
A Yorkshire Wolds poultry company is celebrating after passing its BRCGS audit with flying colours.
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Hull Trains partners with Age UK Hull and East Yorkshire
Hull Trains partners with Age UK Hull and East Yorkshire to surprise long standing members with a special day out
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Sowden & Sowden doubles down on growth with senior strategic hire
Yorkshire-based strategic digital creative agency Sowden & Sowden has appointed Louise Scott as Head of Client Services in a major senior hire for the business as it continues to scale its strategic, creative and client leadership offering.
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Historic first Open Gardens event comes to Garden Village
Garden Village will come alive this summer as it hosts its very first Open Gardens event on Saturday 13th June 2026, a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and the beauty of one of the area’s most charming historic neighbourhoods.
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Julia Lee receives MBE from Prince William recognising decades of service to rugby league
Rugby league pioneer Julia Lee described accepting her MBE from Prince William at Windsor Castle as “an absolute honour.” Lee – who was born and […]
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‘Stagecoach Strollers’ get ready to tackle ‘one last’ extreme walking challenge for charity
Two remarkable members of the team at major Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, are getting ready to take on one last charity challenge, as they prepare to tackle a walk of 100 kilometres in 24 hours.
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UK’s biggest family water safety festival returns to The Deep
The UK’s biggest family water safety festival, powered by partnerships, is back at The Deep for the fourth year running.
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Interweave win at HSJ Digital Awards for Digital Platform
The Interweave Digital Platform has won in the Driving Interoperability and Standards Through Digital category at the Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards 2026.
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Veterans and civilians set off on 306 km coast-to-coast run for mental health
A team of military veterans and civilians has set off from Easington, near Hull, on a 306km non-stop coast-to-coast endurance challenge to raise awareness of veteran mental health.
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Yorkshire Wolds brewery launches Can Cases for Father’s Day
A Wold Newton brewery has launched two new beer collections ahead of Father’s Day on 21st June.
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New therapy space to help children at Hull Royal Infirmary
It’s all change on the second floor of Hull Royal Infirmary to enable hospital teams to deliver a better staff and patient experience.
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Creative Briefs appeals for new business sponsors
A Hull art-based education company has launched a new appeal for business sponsors to support its work with neurodivergent young people.
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Beverley Musical Theatre presents Grease at Hull Truck Theatre this June
Beverley Musical Theatre is delighted to announce its upcoming production of the iconic musical Grease, hitting the stage at Hull Truck Theatre from Tuesday 16th – Saturday 20th June.
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H&H to reawaken the spirit of work in Humber Business Week
Work could be better for everyone. More human. More alive. More worth it. And this Humber Business Week, H&H is setting out to prove just that.
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NAPA students step into the shadows for Jekyll & Hyde at Hull Truck Theatre
Students from the Northern Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) are preparing to take to the stage at Hull Truck Theatre this month with a powerful new production of Jekyll & Hyde.
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Mum transforms heartbreak of losing daughter into support for grieving families
A mum whose baby was stillborn is helping others through grief after setting up a business in her daughter’s memory.
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Den Fest returns to William’s Den following sellout success
Award-winning Yorkshire adventure play attraction William’s Den is bringing back its hugely popular family festival following another sell-out year.
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Building healthier and happier workforces locally with NHS-led event
Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust and their Trust charity, Health Stars, are preparing to hold a unique wellbeing event designed to support local businesses and their workforces to lead happier and healthier lives.
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New £100,000 bereavement suite at Hull Women and Children’s Hospital
Grieving parents will deliver babies who have died in pregnancy in a new, tranquil setting at Hull Women and Children’s Hospital.
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East Yorkshire business invests in safety management training for its team
Team members at a Driffield poultry business are celebrating the successful completion of a safety management course.
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Humber school pupils help shape regional investment plans with Employment Minister
Aspiring leaders from Sirius Academy North shared their vision for where new regional investment should be allocated with Dame Diana Johnson MP at an event organised by Future Humber and Y Focused earlier this month.
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Selby man starts mammoth 1,200 mile walk to raise money for mental health charity that saved his life
A Selby man is taking on an extraordinary challenge to raise money for a local mental health charity that he credits with saving his life – The Big Communitea.
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Hull’s Freedom Festival returns with a powerful theme of Peace and a bold first programme
As one of the most distinctive arts festivals in the north of England, Freedom Festival is preparing to transform Hull with a bold theme: Peace.
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Hull & East Yorkshire Mind launches ‘Mindful Makers Market’ to celebrate creativity, community and wellbeing
Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is inviting local people to come together this summer for the launch of the Mindful Makers Market – a brand-new event celebrating creativity, community connection and mental wellbeing.
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How to choose the perfect city for a friends’ getaway
Planning a trip with friends is one of the best ways to create lasting memories, but choosing the right destination can often feel like the hardest part. With so many incredible cities within easy reach of the UK, narrowing down the options requires more than simply picking somewhere that looks good on social media.
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Hull showcases emerging talent at The Great Escape as part of Northern Music Takeover
Hull is set to shine on the national stage next week as bands and music industry delegates from the city head to Brighton to represent Hull as part of a Northern Music Takeover at The Great Escape Festival.
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Join Sir Ian McKellen as Part of the Furniture in Hull’s newest theatre
Middle Child will soon open its purpose-built studio theatre in Hull’s vibrant Fruit Market, and one of the 65 seats has a very familiar name attached to it.
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Springboard to Midwifery careers event in Hull
Hull’s midwifery team are inviting students to learn about life as a midwife following the success of an inaugural careers event.
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Interweave announce new suppliers for services
Interweave, part of Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, have announced the outcome of their recent procurement of suppliers to deliver products and services.
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I swear it’s Robert Aramayo in that phone box!
Rising Hull star Robert Aramayo is the latest KCOM Hometown Hero to unveil a classic cream phone box named in his honour.
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HTAE apprentice earns Senior Team GB hockey call-up
Teenage electrical apprentice Ethan Daintith is celebrating a huge sporting milestone after being called up to the Senior Men’s Great Britain Ball Hockey squad.
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East Yorkshire village gardens open for charity
Four gardens in the East Yorkshire village of Shiponthorpe will open to the public to raise money for charity on the 6th and 7th of June.
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Hull construction firm completes work on major new £6m care home development in York
A Hull-based company has completed work on a luxurious new £6m care home that sits just two miles from York city centre, and its first residents are immediately moving in.
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Hull gets slimed! Planet Gloop launches immersive family experience at Little Astronauts this May
Families across Hull and East Yorkshire are being invited to dive headfirst into a world of glowing goo, wild experiments and theatrical chaos as Planet Gloop officially launches its brand-new immersive slime-making experience inside Little Astronauts in Hull.
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Hull theatre company turns the set of a major television show into a children’s installation for Bradford City of Culture project
A Hull‑based theatre company transformed leftover set materials from a major television show into a playful, imaginative installation for children as part of the Bradford City of Culture programme – giving a second life to props originally seen on TV.
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Hull Museums and Phoenix Families CIC nominated for regional award
Hull Museums and Phoenix Families CIC have been nominated for the Partnership of the Year Award at the 2026 HEY Smile Awards. The nomination comes for their partnership programme, Tree Babies and Tots.
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Pioneering Yorkshire theatre companies join forces for exciting new collaboration
Red Ladder Theatre Company and Silent Uproar – two boundary-pushing theatre companies – are delighted to announce an exciting new partnership, showcasing the North of […]
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Wykeland acquires sole ownership of revitalised Waterside centre
Hull-based commercial property development and investment business Wykeland Group has acquired sole ownership of Lincoln’s rejuvenated Waterside centre.
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Saddle up for a wild country round-up this May Half Term at William’s Den
The school holidays are set to get a whole lot wilder, as award-winning adventure play attraction William’s Den invites families to dust off their boots and grab their hats for an action-packed May Half Term celebration.
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Quickline inspires next generation with STEM workshops in East Yorkshire village
Children at an East Yorkshire primary school have been given a hands-on introduction to the world of engineering and digital technology by Quickline.
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KCOM launches “UK’s most reliable” campaign with a little help from Jessie
KCOM has joined forces with the Hull star of a hit TV show for its latest campaign.
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Hull charity marks 10 years of making a difference for brain injury survivors
Hull-based charity P.A.U.L For Brain Recovery is celebrating 10 years of supporting people affected by Acquired Brain Injury in the Humber region to rediscover their potential.
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Hull Truck Theatre’s Grow Festival 2026 announced
Hull Truck Theatre are excited to announce the return of Grow Festival 2026. The annual artist development season showcases new work from local talent and hosts workshops in theatre careers for professionals and audiences alike.
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