Author: Editor

After a summer marked by extreme heat, drought and devastating wildfires, the need to take positive action has never been clearer. Schools can play their part by joining hundreds of schools around the world for JUST ONE Tree Day on Friday 16th October 2026.

Society

It’s time to get prepared, it’s time to make a Will

Local charity Dove House Hospice are launching their Make a Will appeal, which runs from 5th to 16th October, and encouraging local people take the time to think about their future planning, and write a Will as part of the scheme between.

Events

The Return of Hull Dub Club

Hull’s ever-diverse grassroots music scene sees one of its latest successes make a return on Saturday 26th September 2026, with local promoter/producer Nathan Simm (aka Simma) bringing back his Hull Dub Club sessions at The Adelphi for the first time in 18 months.

Charity firewalk set to raise funds for local causes

Local charities are calling on fundraisers to take on the Big Hull Charity Firewalk and raise money for good causes across the region this September.

First midwifery apprentices appointed at Humber Health Partnership

Three aspiring midwives are preparing to take the next step in their careers, after becoming the first ever midwifery apprentices recruited at Humber Health Partnership.

William’s Den hides 30 mystery bells ahead of Halloween

Award-winning Yorkshire adventure play destination William’s Den is bringing back its immersive Halloween experience, Trick or Treat Street, this October, with a brand-new mystery inviting families to step into the heart of the story.

Hull’s Recycling Revolution pilot unveiled, urging residents to recycle their electricals

Pilot supported by local charity Refurbit, providing recycling collections at community spaces across Hull.

Enterprise

Ørsted joins Humber Energy Board to support drive for game-changing investment

Global offshore wind developer Ørsted has joined a powerful consortium of industry-leading energy businesses by signing up to the Humber Energy Board (HEB).

Willerby welcomes customers to Hull Showground ahead of UK roadshow for latest holiday homes

Leading holiday home manufacturer Willerby is welcoming customers to its Hull Showground to view its latest models, ahead of a UK roadshow.

Education

From Bishop Burton to ‘The Rock’: Students explore infamous Alcatraz prison

Policing and Uniformed Services students from Bishop Burton College have visited the world’s most infamous prison to bring learning to life and inspire their future careers.

Enterprise

East Yorkshire chicken business celebrates Slimming World contract

A Yorkshire Wolds poultry company is celebrating the anniversary of a prestigious business gain.

Enterprise

Diony launches Leeds office as agency accelerates growth

A leading performance marketing agency which was founded ten years ago has embarked on a wave of recruitment as it strengthens its team in its home city of Hull and extends its reach with a new office in Leeds.

New season of short plays at Middle Child from this weekend

A season of short plays will take to the stage at Hull’s newest theatre on Humber Street starting this Friday.

Enterprise

Williamsons Solicitors’ Bridlington team unlocks new chapter

Williamsons Solicitors has opened the doors to its new home in the heart of Bridlington, East Yorkshire, marking the next stage of its presence in the town.

East Riding Youth Brass Band’s 40th anniversary celebrations

East Riding Youth Brass Band is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with a special event bringing together band members, former players, supporters and friends.

Sunshine and smiles as Amazon in Hull marks summer with site-wide celebration

Colleagues at the Amazon fulfilment centre in Hull were joined by friends and family on for the site’s annual summer get-together, held in recognition of the team’s efforts serving customers across the UK.

Enterprise

GW Power triumphs at the Construction News Specialists Awards 2026

by Editor8 September 202610 September 2026

GW Power has been announced as the winner of the MEP Specialist of the Year at the Construction News Specialists Awards 2026.

Education marketing specialist Sowden & Sowden appointed to support Kendal College’s next phase of growth

Yorkshire strategic creative agency Sowden & Sowden has been appointed by Kendal College following a competitive tender process, securing the contract to support student recruitment, digital marketing and PR activity.

Enterprise

Humber’s first place conference announced

Humber’s first place forum – an event to shape and strengthen the region’s shared identity and future – will take place on 19th October, led by Future Humber at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Hull.

Local artist transforms Hull Heat Network energy centre

An exciting and innovative design has been installed at the Hull Heat Network Energy Centre, currently under construction on Trippett Street, thanks to the creative work by a local artist.

WiME celebrates tenth anniversary on return to Hull

Hull’s Guildhall will host a free event aimed supporting women and girls in the region considering a career in the manufacturing, engineering, construction, digital and renewable sectors.

Society

Bridlington care home celebrates everyday heroes with superhero party

Residents, families and team members at a Bridlington care home donned their capes for a superhero-themed celebration in support of Alzheimer’s Society.

Enterprise

Lumo and Hull Trains bring communities together to launch major new report to drive social mobility

Communities, charities, cultural organisations and businesses from across the Lumo and Hull Trains networks came together in Parliament to celebrate the positive impact rail connectivity can have on opportunity, growth and social mobility.

Public invited behind the scenes at Monocle as landmark development marks first anniversary

Members of the public are invited for a tour of the landmark Monocle building in the heart of Hull as it marks one year since its impressive transformation.

Enterprise

Award-winning healthcare business inspires launch of people-first industrial recruitment company

A multi-award-winning healthcare recruitment business has inspired the launch of a new industrial company that aims to raise standards across construction, manufacturing, food production and logistics.

Yorkshire Wolds brewery to host fifth Oktoberfest event

Buoyed by the sellout success of previous years, organisers at a Yorkshire Wolds brewery have released tickets for a fifth Oktoberfest beer and music festival.

Home Instead Charities makes a grant award to local community group

Home Instead Charities, a UK charity dedicated to reducing isolation and loneliness in ageing adults has recently awarded a grant of £500 to local group Senior Tigers Club, a social group for older supporters of Hull City FC.

Enterprise

Spencer Bridge Engineering recognised for innovative new access system in prestigious industry awards

Hull-based engineering specialist, Spencer Bridge Engineering, has been recognised with a prestigious industry award after developing an innovative new access system which has improved safety and efficiency for contractors delivering complex engineering projects.

Find out more about new bus service changes and improvements in Hull

by Editor4 September 20264 September 2026

Representatives from the Hull Bus Alliance will be hosting a drop-in event on Wednesday 9th September 2026 in Queen Victoria Square to answer any questions bus users may have about service changes that are being rolled out across the city in September.

Education

Hull College shortlisted for national safeguarding award

Hull College has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award after transforming the way young people access safeguarding and wellbeing support.

Enterprise

Hull Trains celebrates five million journeys to London with special onboard surprise

by Editor4 September 20264 September 2026

The UK’s favourite rail operator, Hull Trains, has celebrated an impressive five million customers journeys between Hull and London King’s Cross with a very special surprise for its five millionth customer.

Society

Essential improvement works to support Hull Heat Network

by Editor4 September 20264 September 2026

Hull City Council will begin essential improvement works next week as part of the Hull Heat Network, which will provide low-carbon heating and hot water to city centre buildings.

Events

New look to Lord Mayor’s quiz night

The Lord Mayor’s charity quiz night is taking on a new look, with two different quizzes to be held in Hull over the course of the civic year.

New life-saving equipment donated to Burton Constable’s Parkland

New emergency equipment donated by Humberside Search and Rescue (HUMBSAR) and HFR Solutions Community Interest Company will help strengthen safety and emergency preparedness across Burton Constable’s 330 acres of historic parkland.

Leading luxury holiday home and lodge manufacturers open their doors for Garden Party

Food, entertainment and prizes to be won at Victory’s Gilberdyke Showground.

Society

Hull’s new app rewards residents for walking, cycling, or catching the bus or train

A new rewards app has officially launched in Hull turning everyday walks, cycle rides, and public transport trips into high-street shopping vouchers and charitable donations.

Enterprise

Humber Freeport supports major investment programme by plant-based oils specialist AAK

Funding from Humber Freeport has supported plant-based oils producer AAK with a major investment programme at its site in Hull.

Enterprise

Hull Trains winter tickets have officially gone on sale

The country’s top-rated rail operator, Hull Trains has announced that customers can now book tickets for the winter season.

Enterprise

GW Power lands starring role in Northern School of Contemporary Dance theatre modernisation programme

by Editor2 September 20263 September 2026

Work is underway on a major stage lighting and electrical infrastructure upgrade at Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) in Leeds, which will significantly enhance its renowned Riley Theatre and transform its lighting studio into an interactive digital space.

Events

New Hull events company launches with Madchester Mayhem starring Shaun Ryder and Bez

A new Hull events company is launching with a night of Madchester nostalgia, bringing Happy Mondays icons Shaun Ryder and Bez to Connexin Live, Hull.

Enterprise

Expansion and rising demand fuel recruitment drive for Hull’s Victory Leisure Homes

by Editor2 September 20263 September 2026

East Yorkshire holiday home manufacturer bucks industry downturn as sales surge.

Glowflare Horror Film Festival 2026

by Editor2 September 20262 September 2026

Glowflare Horror Film Festival is proud to announce its official acceptance as a member of the Film Festival Alliance, an international organisation representing a curated network of film festivals committed to professional industry standards, ethical relationships with filmmakers, accessibility, inclusion and the continued support of independent cinema.

John Hackett Band & EBB double-header show at O’Rileys

by Editor2 September 20262 September 2026

The John Hackett Band will be celebrating ten years together with a tour that comes to O’Rileys, Hull on Friday 2nd October and concludes at The Boerderij in The Netherlands on Friday 27th November.

2027 dates are announced for popular Yorkshire Wolds brewery festival

by Editor2 September 20262 September 2026

Following the sellout success of its ninth beer festival, dates have been announced for the Wold Top Big Sky Beer Festival 2027.

Lifestyle

Coffee as Collective Ritual: Where Hull meets for coffee

by Editor1 September 20261 September 2026

An article by Holly Stark, North Lincolnshire writer and MA Creative Writing graduate, University of Hull.

Society

Hull Women and Children’s Hospital locked overnight

by Editor1 September 20261 September 2026

Hull Women and Children’s Hospital will be locked overnight as an additional security measure to protect families from next week.

Enterprise

Franchise interest taking off for Concorde seat restoration specialists

by Editor31 August 202631 August 2026

A couple whose classy restorations include seats on Concorde and a sofa used by an iconic pop star are lining up franchise opportunities across the UK as interest increases in their leather repair expertise.

Cast announced for Hitchcock-inspired hit, The 39 Steps

This autumn, Hull Truck Theatre will present The 39 Steps (Wednesday 21st October – Saturday 14th November) in collaboration with Derby Theatre. The Hitchcock-inspired hit will be directed by Cal McCrystal, and we are delighted to announce the full cast.

Enterprise

Stagecoach introduces improvements to Hull bus network from 6th September

Stagecoach East Midlands is introducing a series of improvements to its Hull bus network from Sunday 6 September, delivering new routes, better city centre connections and later evening buses for customers across the city on a Sunday.

UNTHINKABLE festival announces 2026 programme

From Hull Fair to a working butcher’s shop, featuring Mary Anne Hobbs, Richie Culver, Conor Thomas and more.

Summer School inspires next generation of NHS healthcare professionals