A new comedy about a group of retired Hull fishermen is making waves at the Cannes Film Festival despite not being released yet.
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Hundreds of East Yorkshire homes and buildings to benefit from major improvements and green technology
Hull-based construction company Hobson & Porter has won a major decarbonisation and stock condition works contract with East Riding of Yorkshire Council, which will see the firm install the latest sustainable technology and refurbish hundreds of homes and buildings each year.
Continue readingAlexandra The Violinist unveils her electrifying debut as Lexxie with “Awakening”
After dazzling audiences for over two decades as Alexandra The Violinist — gracing stages from Britain’s Got Talent to luxury weddings and VIP events across the UK — Alexandra Parker emerges in 2025 with a bold new identity and sound.
Continue readingBishop Burton College celebrates platinum jubilee with Spring Live spectacular
Bishop Burton College marked seven decades of delivering specialist land-based education with a very special Spring Live family fun day.
Continue readingConcrete flooring specialist completes £1m investment in premises and equipment after building solid reputation with big-brand clients
A company which is installing concrete floors for major manufacturers, retailers and industrial units across the UK is building on its own solid foundations with further investment at its remote premises in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingDanish Church develops live music programme as Royal College of Organists collaboration follows folk gig success
A city centre church is working on plans to develop a regular and varied programme of live gigs after attracting a full house for an evening of maritime folk music and raising more than £1,100 for charity.
Continue readingProfessionals step up for justice in Hull’s first Legal Walk
The Hull Incorporated Law Society and The University of Hull have joined forces to step up for justice by organising Hull’s first Legal Walk in aid of the Access to Justice Foundation.
Continue readingAuthor and illustrator Owen Sheers and Helen Stephens bring literacy alive in Hull
Inspiring author stories, exhilarating poetry performances that demystify verse, epic fantasy stories, compelling history, new books to discover, and spell-binding illustrations drawn live on stage: The Children’s Bookshow autumn programme delivers an awesome range of literary experiences designed to encourage creativity and promote the joy of reading, writing and drawing to primary school children across England.
Continue readingHull’s UNTHINKABLE short film festival now open for submissions
The annual festival, which takes place from 1-12 October and is now in its 3rd year, provides a platform for grassroots artists in Hull through curating film and other creative events that converge with cinema to support the future of film and visual arts in Hull.
Continue readingWilliam’s Den hosts Jungle Adventures this May half-term
East Yorkshire’s award-winning adventure play attraction, William’s Den, is calling all thrill-seekers to go wild this May half-term at William’s Jungle Adventures – an all-new event bursting with surprises, challenges and daring discoveries.
Continue readingSiemens Mobility honoured with prestigious award recognising contribution to East Yorkshire
Siemens Mobility has been awarded a prestigious Special Recognition Award at the 2025 East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Awards, celebrating the company’s outstanding contribution to the economy and community in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingOh Yes! Net Zero celebrates three years of impact with new report sharing success stories
The Oh Yes! Net Zero campaign has published a report detailing its members’ remarkable success stories as it celebrates three years of impact.
Continue readingBishop Burton College marks 70 years of agricultural and equine excellence with Stock Skills showcase
Students shone with a display of talent, dedication and industry excellence at Bishop Burton College’s flagship Stock Skills event.
Continue readingDebutots Hull is turning 10
A chance advertisement caught Emma’s eye. Emma had been in Travel for 15 years, the last few as a regional manager, but since having IVF and the birth of her son was thinking about the possibility of something new.
Continue readingSt Richard’s staff member honoured with royal invitation to Buckingham Palace
Emily Griffin, the Safeguarding lead at St Richard’s VC Academy in Hull, received a once-in-a-lifetime honour in May: an invitation to the King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
Continue readingLaw firm leads the way in highlighting Hull Truck Theatre as hub for Humber Business Week
Issues arising from unconscious bias in the workplace will be brought to life during Humber Business Week (Biz Week) when employment law specialists take to the stage with actors at Hull Truck Theatre on Wednesday 4 June.
Continue readingLovell goes the distance with 2025 East Yorkshire Half Marathon and 10K sponsorship
Lovell is gearing up to take centre stage as the headline sponsor for this year’s East Yorkshire Half Marathon & 10K, set against the stunning backdrop of Burton Constable Hall on Sunday 25th May.
Continue readingActive travel journeys increase at Hull schools participating in national challenge
More and more children are opting to walk and wheel to school in Hull, following the launch of WOW – the walk to school challenge from UK charity Living Streets, in autumn 2024, and now even more schools across the city can take part thanks to further funding from Active Travel England.
Continue readingCouncils confirm continuation of Freedom Pass to provide free bus travel for care leavers
A scheme enabling care leavers to receive free bus travel in Hull and the East Riding will continue thanks to new funding from Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Continue readingHullBID showcases local talent as Humber Business Week marks 10th anniversary of Inspiring People dinner
Three established figures from the region’s business networks will step up to highlight their corporate and community connections when they mark the 10th anniversary of the HullBID Inspiring People dinner as part of Humber Business Week.
Continue readingGlasgow 2026 CEO confirmed as Humber Business Week speaker
The Hull-born Chief Executive of next year’s Commonwealth Games will return to his home city next month as the guest speaker at a lunch which will launch Humber Business Week.
Continue readingDriffield business wins Chairman’s award
The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after winning an East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Award.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire brewery to host a charity quiz night
Tickets have gone on sale for a fundraising quiz at an East Yorkshire brewery.
Continue readingRed carpet welcome for Hull Trains guests celebrating local legend on Bee Lady Day
The award-winning open access operator Hull Trains supported the first annual ‘Bee Lady Day’ (13th May), a celebration of the life of well-known Hull fundraiser Jean Bishop, who raised more than £125,000 dressed as a bee, for the charity Age UK in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingTrinity Market Cycle Hub: Continuing to make cycles and cyclists safe in Hull
Hull City Council and local charity, R-evolution, are celebrating the continued growth of the Trinity Market Cycle Hub, which saw an increase in repairs, donations, parking and public engagement in 2024/25.
Continue readingYoung footballers live their Hull City dreams with Quickline
Children from two grassroots football teams had their dreams realised as they stepped into the boots of Hull City players, thanks to the club’s partnership with rural broadband provider Quickline.
Continue readingFrom boxing to business and the Bridlington Spa panto, Tommy Coyle prepares to share his stories at Humber Business Week Elevenses event
A champion boxer who became a successful businessman and will soon be treading the boards as a pantomime baddie will share some of the stories behind his continuing journey in one of the stand-out events at this year’s Humber Business Week.
Continue readingSpecial guests announced for Comic Con Mania
Sci-fi fans are in for a treat with some very special guests heading to Comic Con Mania Hull later this month.
Continue readingYorkshire & Humber Institute of Technology’s first immersive tech conference explores the future of learning
The event explored virtual upgrades for the future of education and workplace training.
Continue readingHull Trains supports exciting new East Yorkshire artistic sculpture trail
A radical new sculpture trail, supported by the popular open access operator Hull Trains, has launched in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingRix Group continues to receive national recognition in supporting staff to choose sustainable travel
One of Hull’s most prominent businesses has received another national award for its workplace travel plan, which encourages and supports its workforce to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.
Continue readingSilent Uproar presents Shit Life Crisis
Award-winning Hull-based theatre company Silent Uproar Productions (A Super Happy Story About Feeling Super Sad; Dead Girls Rising) presents Shit Life Crisis, a brand new sing-along karaoke play about survival and the impediments to living – touring venues across the North of England in May and June.
Continue readingYour chance to go behind the scenes at prestigious Ferriby Meadows development
Housebuilder Beal Homes is giving buyers and house hunters a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes at a prestigious development in the sought-after East Yorkshire village of North Ferriby.
Continue readingIntegra Buildings honoured with King’s Award for championing sustainability in construction
East Yorkshire-based modular construction business Integra Buildings has received royal recognition for its pioneering approach to sustainability.
Continue readingHealthcare recruitment agency crowned winners at prestigious national awards
A healthcare recruitment agency which was praised for outstanding growth has won a national award in recognition of the work it does.
Continue readingTheatre review: To Have and To Hold
Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on To Have and To Hold at Hull Truck Theatre.
Continue readingHull marches in support of trans rights
Over four hundred people turned out in Hull to demand trans liberation at a protest and march on Saturday 10 May.
Continue readingBrain Jar’s Mathew Smith named Diageo World Class GB Finalist
Diageo World Class GB has announced its final top 10, which includes Mathew Smith representing The Brain Jar and Hull in the regional finals.
Continue readingCulture of aspiration and care throughout Kingswood Parks Primary School
Kingswood Parks Primary School is thrilled to have received a positive Ofsted Inspection Report following a visit in March 2025. The report highlights that the school is “a setting where pupils can grow, aspire and achieve” which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of staff, pupils and the wider school community.
Continue readingPopular Hull pub, The Punch Bowl, reopens following a six-figure investment
After weeks of hard work, the community pub has been given a new lease of life, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the pub as it opens with a new operator.
Continue readingA Mischief of Rats sculpture trail goes live this Saturday
Hull and East Yorkshire are about to be transformed into an open-air gallery as A Mischief of Rats sculpture trail goes live on Saturday 3 May 2025. Featuring 45 giant, artist-decorated rat sculptures, this ambitious project celebrates Hull’s cultural heritage, inspired by local music legend Mick Ronson and his band, The Rats.
Continue readingThis local hidden gem is one of the best in the country, new research reveals
Looking for a unique way to keep yourself and your family entertained this spring? TransPennine Express has discovered the UK’s top hidden gems to help people find their next nearby adventure, away from the hustle and bustle of popular tourist spots.
Continue readingThe benefits of pre-planning your funeral
It may be a sombre task, but planning your funeral in advance can be an incredibly thoughtful act for your loved ones. Along with the various advantages it can afford, it provides reassurance that your family and friends are doing right by you. Read on to see how it could help your nearest and dearest to pre-plan your funeral.
Continue reading£20k Aviva boost for Hull homelessness charity
Local homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding is celebrating after receiving a £20k boost at the Aviva Broker Community Fund awards event.
Continue readingFreeport and partners promote Humber’s powerful hydrogen opportunity at Innovation Zero
Hydrogen energy took centre stage as Humber Freeport joined a powerful regional delegation at the UK’s largest net zero conference.
Continue readingEast 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.
Continue readingMiddle Child named a resident company of the National Theatre
The National Theatre has chosen Hull-based Middle Child as one of its first-ever resident companies. Middle Child will spend the next two years developing new […]
Continue readingHull College celebrates double win at Educate North Awards 2025
Hull College is celebrating a proud moment of recognition after taking home two prestigious accolades at the Educate North Awards 2025, held in Manchester earlier this month.
Continue readingHull in Stitches collection to go on display at Danish Church
A project which has captured some of Hull’s heritage, character and communities in cross stitch will be unveiled to participants and the wider public with a launch event and a series of open days at the venue where it all began.
Continue readingHow to manage a property portfolio
Rising interest rates and evolving tenant expectations mean landlords can’t afford to take a hands-off approach in today’s UK property market. Whether you hold a handful of buy-to-lets or a growing portfolio of residential homes, your success depends on more than simply owning bricks and mortar. Staying profitable means staying organised, proactive and compliant.
Continue readingQuarter of a million children unite for JUST ONE Tree Day to tackle climate change
Nearly 250,000 children from schools across the UK and beyond have come together for JUST ONE Tree Day, an annual event that combines climate education with direct action.
Continue readingJohn Prescott’s son raises over £6,000 in London Marathon for Alzheimer’s Research
The son of the former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott raised more than £6,000 in donations running the London Marathon in his campaign to put dementia ‘at the very heart’ of the Government’s upcoming 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS after his father died from Alzheimer’s disease.
Continue readingPiano star to help honour life of generous Hull Philharmonic fan
One of East Yorkshire’s most popular visiting artists is returning for a gala performance next month.
Continue readingOWC2025 will showcase the Humber’s ambition
Opportunities for the Humber region to strengthen its role in offshore wind nationally and globally are the focus of a major conference in Hull next week.
Continue readingWilliam’s Den reveals brand new outdoor play area for toddlers and preschoolers
Award-winning children’s adventure play attraction, William’s Den in East Yorkshire, is thrilled to announce the opening of a brand-new outdoor play area, tailor-made for toddlers and preschoolers.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery MD invited onto the panel at a sustainable farming event
The MD at Wold Newton based Wold Top Brewery has been invited to contribute to a panel session at a sustainable farming event next month.
Continue readingUK tour announced for Edinburgh Festival Fringe favourite BUFF
Edinburgh Festival Fringe hit, BUFF, will be heading on a UK tour from April 2025, written by the rising star playwright Ben Fensome (Every Seven Years, New Wimbledon Theatre; Linck, Edinburgh Festival Fringe).
Continue readingPowerful new animation brings children’s bereavement project to life
A moving new animation created for The Forest Project will premiere at Hull Truck Theatre on 16th and 17th May. The animation gives a powerful glimpse into how the project supports bereaved children and young people through nature, stories, and safe, supportive conversations.
Continue readingThe Beautiful Darkness announces headline May 2025 Hull date for ‘Unleashed’ Tour
Singer-songwriter The Beautiful Darkness has announced that her ‘Unleashed’ 2025 UK Tour will visit Backroom at O’Riley’s in Hull on Thursday 15th May.
Continue readingHull Trains and Lumo shine a spotlight on the sustainability of rail travel to mark World Earth Day
The pioneering open access rail operators Lumo and Hull Trains marked the annual World Earth Day (22nd April) by shining a spotlight on the environmental benefits of catching the train instead of driving or flying.
Continue readingCream of region’s creative businesses to highlight opportunities for investors
Investment opportunities and inspiration will be on offer when some of the most innovative creative businesses from Hull and East Yorkshire present a stadium showcase of their capabilities.
Continue readingBeverley Open Gardens is coming in July
A fresh and exciting event is set to take place this summer as Beverley Open Gardens makes its much-anticipated debut on Sunday 27th July 2025, from 10am to 4pm, in partnership with BUG (Beverley Urban Gardens).
Continue readingMen’s mental health charity receives £1,500 from local housebuilder
Barratt Homes Yorkshire East has donated £1,500 to Andy’s Man Club to help provide a supportive environment for men going through mental health struggles in and around Beverley, East Yorkshire and nationwide.
Continue readingMade for work, designed for everything
Trojan, the trusted name in quality workwear, has launched its most advanced product range to date, a high-performance, multifunctional collection of trousers, jackets, gilets, fleeces and footwear, all Engineered to Perform.
Continue readingKCOM and Hull City renew partnership to power up local communities
The Hull-based broadband provider has extended its agreement to be the Tigers’ Official Community Partner for another three years.
Continue readingHull apprentice puts down solid career foundations in bricklaying competition
A bricklaying apprentice from East Yorkshire has been named as one of the best trainees in the region after taking one of the top spots in a prestigious construction skills competition.
Continue readingHull Trains teams up with local rugby clubs to give young fans from Hull Children’s University an unforgettable onboard experience
Pioneering open access operator Hull Trains has joined forces with local Rugby Super League sides Hull FC and Hull KR, ahead of the forthcoming Good Friday Hull Derby, to deliver an inspiring Q&A session for local children onboard.
Continue readingHumber Business Week highlights links with culture as actors join programme launch at Hull Truck Theatre
The value of a vibrant arts and culture scene to a thriving business environment was underlined as key figures behind a forthcoming production at Hull Truck Theatre took to the stage in front of a corporate crowd.
Continue readingPlanning permission granted for new Industrial Decarbonisation Centre and Renewable Energy Training Centre at CATCH
Following the opening of the Welding and Pipefitting Hub in September 2024, the next stage of the CATCH expansion programme has been granted planning permission.
Continue readingSurveyor champions heritage skills to inspire the next generation
As custodians of one of UK’s most iconic structures, Beverley Minster, Delaney Marling Partnership, a leading firm of Chartered Building Surveyors, is proud to shine a spotlight on the importance of heritage skills and the rewarding career opportunities they offer.
Continue readingFootball superstar Thibaut Courtois partners with Hull sim sport arena
World-renowned Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is stepping off the pitch and into the world of gaming and community sports with an exciting new partnership. The Federation of Sport (FoS), an innovative £1.6 million sports and gaming hub in Hull’s Old Town, has secured Courtois’ backing, marking a major milestone for this groundbreaking project.
Continue readingLocal hero to run 25 marathons in 25 days for Cure Leukaemia
Sam Fletcher, a 34-year-old Technical Manager from Anlaby, is embarking on an extraordinary journey to run 25 marathons in just 25 days, starting with the London Marathon on 27 April and finishing in his home town of Hull on the 21st May. His mission? To raise vital funds and awareness for Cure Leukaemia, a charity dedicated to funding groundbreaking blood cancer treatments and research.
Continue readingHull homeowners switch to modern electric car charging
Homeowners across Hull are increasingly investing in Type 2 charging cable installations, keeping pace with the UK-wide rise in electric vehicle (EV) adoption. The 7kW single-phase charger remains the most popular home option, thanks to its compatibility with standard residential electrical systems and its ability to deliver a full overnight charge for most EVs.
Continue readingHull pub, the Malt Shovel, celebrates after donating 270 Easter eggs to local primary school
The Malt Shovel, a community pub in Hull, is celebrating after donating 270 Easter eggs to the Wheeler Primary School.
Continue readingYorkshire Financial Planning wins Small Business of the Year Award
An all-female team of financial advisers has been named Small Business of the Year at the Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards.
Continue readingWorking Wardrobe Event at the University of Hull
The University of Hull is looking for donations of pre-loved clothes for its Working Wardrobe event on Friday 16th May.
Continue readingMayoral candidates support manifesto and pledge to help unlock £1bn opportunity
Hull and East Yorkshire’s mayoral candidates have pledged to unlock the full potential of its cultural sector and help the region build a £1bn visitor economy.
Continue readingTop UK prospect from Hull travels abroad for next bout
George Staines hopes to keep his undefeated professional record intact when he returns to action at OKTAGON 71 in Munich on 17th May.
Continue readingPub to Pub Walk aims to fizz with success for local causes
This summer will see hundreds of walkers dig out their walking boots to tackle 10.5 miles of East Yorkshire’s beautiful countryside, historic market areas, former rail trails and medieval villages as part of the annual Pub to Pub Walk hosted by Dove House Hospice.
Continue readingApprentices and employers shine as engineering trainer rewards excellence
A training organisation which has been turning out young engineers for nearly 60 years reached a fresh milestone in holding its first group-wide awards night to honour the achievements of its latest cohort.
Continue readingMayoral candidates presented with manifesto calling for action to help microbusinesses and young entrepreneurs
Four mayoral candidates and three rising stars of business joined forces at a hustings organised to promote microbusinesses and youth enterprise in Hull and East Yorkshire.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder awarded 5 stars for customer satisfaction for record 16 years in a row
Local housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East has received the maximum 5 star rating in the new Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Continue readingDriffield business shortlisted in Chairman’s awards
The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after being shortlisted in the East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Awards 2025.
Continue readingArco launches its most comprehensive range yet
Arco, the UK’s leading safety expert, has launched its most extensive range of safety products to date, bringing over 140 years of experience and expertise, to their PPE and workwear range.
Continue readingMarston’s and Michelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd have teamed up to create The Best Ever Pub Pie
The pie will be available in over 100 local Marston’s pubs across the UK, including 12 in Yorkshire, for 12 weeks.
Continue readingOcean Colour Scene are heading to Hull
Chart-topping indie band Ocean Colour Scene are heading to Hull as part of their 2025 tour, which sees them supported by iconic psychedelic rockers Kula Shaker.
Continue readingThe Godber Theatre Foundation searches for East Yorkshire talent
The Godber Theatre Foundation, which helps young people from Hull and East Yorkshire break into the theatre industry by offering them mentorship, exclusive masterclasses, workshops and invitations to events, is now open for applicants for its 2025 year.
Continue readingHumber Visionaries Gala Dinner: Celebrating regional innovation and economic growth
The Humber region has long been synonymous with industry, creativity, and resilience. Now, Hull College is proud to present the Humber Visionaries Gala Dinner on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 – an exclusive event to honour the trailblazers and thought leaders who are shaping the future of Hull and East Yorkshire.
Continue readingSandburn Hall judged one of best three English large hotels in England after winning VisitYork awards
Sandburn Hall, near York, has made it to the final three best large hotels in the country in this June’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence after winning last month’s VisitYork Tourism Awards.
Continue readingPeople of Hull come together to film first ad for proud local business
Filming commences for Jacksons of Yorkshire’s first ever appearance on national TV.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery supports new initiative for Indie Beer Week
The team at Wold Top Brewery is taking part in an initiative to highlight independent breweries and pubs this week.
Continue readingHop into an egg-ceptional Easter at Gravity Active
This Easter, get ready to bounce into an unforgettable adventure at Gravity Active. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a meet-up with friends or an action-packed treat for the kids, Gravity Active is the place to be for an egg-stra special Easter!
Continue readingCar boot season returns in aid of local charity
A popular car boot will recommence on a weekly basis, having raised almost £10,000 for Dove House Hospice.
Continue readingSteve Backshall is bringing Deadly Live! to Hull
The ultimate adventurer experience, Deadly Live!, hosted by award-winning wildlife presenter Steve Backshall, is heading to Hull this autumn half-term.
Continue readingQuickline and Hull City offer grassroots football teams a chance to experience life as a pro
Two lucky grassroots football teams are set to win an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at Hull City’s training ground.
Continue readingFurther funding approved to increase electric bus rollout in Hull
Hull City Council and the region’s two main bus operators – East Yorkshire Buses and Stagecoach East Midlands – have welcomed the Department for Transport’s (DfT) announcement of additional funding for the rollout of electric buses in Hull.
Continue readingSecure your new home in Howden as Lovell releases the final phase at Saddlers Grange
The highly sought-after Saddlers Grange development has now released its final phase, offering a limited selection of stunning three and four-bedroom homes. With demand high and availability low, this is the prime opportunity to secure your place in this exceptional community before it’s too late.
Continue readingNew shows on sale now at Hull Theatres
Check out these new shows on sale now at Hull City Hall and Hull New Theatre.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds businesses collaborate on new product
The team at a Driffield poultry business has launched a new product to complement its award-winning Yorkshire chicken.
Continue readingPallet-Track appoints Lee Solway as Member Network Director
Award-winning UK pallet network Pallet-Track has appointed Lee Solway to its board as it looks to increase the voice of its network shareholder members in the boardroom.
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