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A teenager who tried her hand at various careers is urging other young people to follow their dreams after expanding the business which was named after her baby sister.

Enterprise

Newly qualified solicitor embraces new role within highly regarded property team

A University of Hull graduate who couldn’t speak English when she arrived from her native Poland at the age of 12 has now qualified as a solicitor with leading law firm Rollits LLP.

Hull Philharmonic prepares for final concert with ‘beloved leader’

The Hull Philharmonic’s longstanding, popular leader is retiring after 50 years of service.

Local charity Dyslexia Sparks opens new centre

Dyslexia Sparks – Hull and East Yorkshire’s only registered charity for dyslexia – officially opened their new centre in Hessle on Saturday 22 April.

Victory Leisure Homes announces local charity of the year, Jamie Loncaster Memorial Fund

Luxury holiday home manufacturer Victory Leisure Homes has announced its chosen charity for 2023 and 2024, which is an organisation particularly close to the hearts of the Victory team.

Education

University Centre Bishop Burton students triumph at the Harrogate Flower Show

by editor30 April 2023

Floristry degree students from University Centre Bishop Burton are celebrating following an amazing performance at the prestigious Harrogate Flower Show.

Enterprise

Bluestorm’s digital team boosted with two promotions and new recruit

by editor30 April 2023

The hard work and dedication of two members of Bluestorm’s digital team has been rewarded with promotions.

Hull Trains partners with The Trussell Trust to push community charity drive

by editor30 April 202330 April 2023

Hull Trains and the Trussell Trust are calling on the general public to support a week-long appeal for donations to provide food to those in most need.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance receives £60,000 from local housebuilder following Charity of the Year initiative

Local housebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, raised an incredible £60,000 over a 12 month period for Yorkshire Air Ambulance, its charity of the year for 2022/23.

Enterprise

Three more directors in restructure at East Yorkshire law firm

Williamsons Solicitors has appointed three new directors in the second phase of a significant restructure of the firm’s management.

Enterprise

Interim CEO appointed to complete work to set up Humber Freeport company

The team behind the Humber Freeport has announced a key interim appointment.

Enterprise

Our time is now… Future Humber and Bondholders to steer region to a bright future

The Humber’s place promotion organisation has repositioned itself and rebranded to help steer the region towards a prosperous future.

HullBID welcomes major city centre employer ResQ as sponsor of new season of Hull Street Food Nights

HullBID has secured the backing of a major city centre employer as sponsor of Hull Street Food Nights – one of the organisation’s biggest events of the year.

Artist’s “stuff” to go on display at Nordic House as “Relics and Rails” exhibition arrives in Hull

Hull’s newest centre for cultural, community and corporate events will welcome its first exhibition next month with the display of a collection of “stuff” which has left the artist amazed by its appeal.

Enterprise

Navigating the challenges of starting a new business in Hull

Starting a new business can be an exciting and challenging venture, especially in a city like Hull. With its rich history and vibrant culture, Hull offers numerous opportunities for entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams.

Society

Member of Hull Young People’s Parliament collects items for local food bank

by editor21 April 202321 April 2023

We received this message from Logan Richards, a member of Hull Young People’s Parliament, and it warmed our hearts!

Enterprise

HDM Solar announces Adam Firth as Managing Director

by editor21 April 202321 April 2023

HDM Solar is excited to announce the appointment of Adam Firth as Managing Director.

Hull charity Ready, Steady, Read seeking volunteers to improve literacy

by editor21 April 202321 April 2023

Ready, Steady, Read is a Hull-based charity that aims to improve literacy in primary school children in the city and encourage a lifelong love of reading by recruiting, training and managing volunteers, placing them in local primary schools as reading mentors.

Lee Mead and Neil Hurst set sights on festive ball as casting announced for Cinderella

Marvel at the majesty of Prince Charming this Christmas as TV actor and musical theatre royalty Lee Mead joins the cast of Hull New Theatre’s magical pantomime, Cinderella, alongside Hull’s favourite funny man Neil Hurst, who returns for his fourth season.

Free family fun event as local charity Dyslexia Sparks opens new centre

Dyslexia Sparks – Hull and East Yorkshire’s only registered charity for dyslexia – is holding a free family fun event, Saturday 22 April, to mark the grand opening of the organisation’s new centre in Hessle.

Humber Business Week announces Pat Coyle as incoming chair as launch night set to detail plans for 2023 event

Humber Business Week will officially launch for 2023 tonight in an event hosted by the incoming chair for 2024 – Pat Coyle.

Jungle Jog aims to be a roaring success for local hospice

Thousands of children across Hull and East Yorkshire will be donning their jungle themed face masks to help support local charity Dove House Hospice this summer by taking part in their Jungle Jog fundraiser.

Enterprise

Quickline helps Great Newsome Brewery raise the bar with game-changing broadband

An award-winning micro-brewery has diversified and gone from strength to strength thanks to fast and reliable broadband provided by Quickline Communications.

Education

St Mary’s College in Hull has been chosen to have their illustrated bench displayed at the Tower of London during the Coronation

by editor20 April 202319 December 2024

St Mary’s College has been chosen as one of the final fifteen from over 1,500 entries across the UK to have their own illustrated bench created and displayed at the Tower of London during the Coronation celebrations in May.

Hull Truck Theatre’s magical Christmas production Pinocchio is now on sale

Pinocchio is set to appear on Stage 1 from Friday 24 November – Sunday 31 December 2023.

Family fun event to celebrate Hull park’s biodiverse makeover

A free family event to celebrate the completion of a biodiversity and park improvement project will take place next weekend.

Events

Hull Unleashed Comic-Con: Get your geek on!

Hull Unleashed Comic-Con takes place on 30 April at The Allam Sports Centre from 11am to 5pm.

JUST ONE Tree Day confirmed for October 2023

The dates for the 5th international JUST ONE Tree Day have been confirmed for October 2023. The highly popular event brings together hundreds of schools across the world and encourages children to bring in £1 to plant a tree and help reforest the planet – a tree is planted for every £1 raised.

Enterprise

New Directors for Pace

Creative communications agency Pace has appointed a new Creative Director and introduced the role of Art Director as it strengthens its leadership team.

Tuck Into: The new food delivery app exclusive to Hull

Tuck Into, a new food delivery app currently exclusive to Hull, is aiming to make food delivery more affordable for restaurants and customers.

Around the World in 80 Days: Q&A with director Hal Chambers and actor Stefan Adegbola

All aboard for an adventure of global proportions! Around the World in 80 Days is traversing into Hull Truck Theatre this spring.

Enterprise

Full fibre expansion hits 100,000 premises

Wholesale-only fibre network operator, MS3 Networks, has announced the next series of towns and villages across Yorkshire that will benefit from its open access full fibre network.

Bonus Arena presents an unmissable line-up of shows this May

From the dazzling moves of Strictly Come Dancing – The Professionals, to the hilarious comedy of Dara O’Briain and the legendary music of Midge Ure, there is something for everyone at the Bonus Arena in Hull this May.

Arts

Pocklington Arts Centre costume change

Pocklington Arts Centre are excited to reveal a fresh new look to all design, print, and (soon to follow) website.

Staff and customers of major retailer step up to support the Daisy Appeal

by editor17 April 202319 December 2024

A leading medical research charity has secured the support of one of Yorkshire’s favourite retailers in a partnership which will raise funds and awareness.

Hull’s hidden heroes: Meet the charities and voluntary organisations striving to make Hull a healthier and happier place

The hidden heroes that make up Hull’s voluntary and community sector are coming together for a health and wellbeing event to showcase how they can support you – and what you can do to help them too.

Enterprise

Local recruitment company joins city’s newest flexible workspace

Dutton Recruitment is the latest business to join FigFlex at Cherry Tree Court, as local firms continue to take advantage of tailored workspaces at Hull’s latest flexible offices.

Enterprise

Hull Trains recognised nationally for diversity achievements

Hull Trains has been recognised nationally for its commitment to diversity for having the highest number of female drivers in the industry.

Enterprise

How do we solve the digital divide on the UK’s coastlines?

According to a new report commissioned by the Coastal Communities Alliance, coastal communities across England need levelling up.

Events

Get involved in the #wemadethishull Instagarden project

You may have seen the hand-crafted flowers which popped up in the Museum Gardens, Humber Street and Princes Dock Side (Princes Quay) on Saturday 8 April and wondered where they came from.

Hit show about Mick Ronson to rock Hull New Theatre in a special anniversary year

2023 sees the 30th anniversary of Hull-born musician Mick Ronson’s untimely death in 1993 at the age of just 46.

OWC 2023: A decade of world-leading offshore wind

Another record-breaking decade is in store for the Humber’s offshore wind industry. That’s the message from the OWC 2023 keynote speaker and headline sponsor.

Enterprise

Advice from Rollits on debt recovery

We had a chat with Harriet Kingston, a solicitor in the Dispute Resolution team at Rollits to find out more about debt recovery and dispute resolution work.

Enterprise

Humber Business Week Chair Kath Lavery to step down after 14 years at helm

Humber Business Week Chair Kath Lavery is to step down following this June’s event after 14 years at the helm – and 19 years helping to stage the region’s annual ‘Festival of Business’.

Enterprise

Quickline launches community engagement teams recruitment drive

Quickline Communications has launched a new recruitment drive to expand its community teams as it continues its game-changing rural broadband rollout.

Business heavyweights to discuss club’s blueprint for Super League success

A Super League side with ambitions to be the best-run in the game is to present two key members of its new board, and the region’s most successful entrepreneurs, to a corporate crowd at a business brunch.

Enterprise

How to save time in the office

Do you ever find that time flies by and you’re suddenly way behind on your tasks? This happens to everyone but some people experience it more than others, which is when changes need to be made to the way you work.

Enterprise

Full fibre network operator expands leadership team

In response to exponential growth, and to continue implementing its ambitious network expansion plans, ultrafast full fibre network operator MS3 Networks has expanded its leadership team with three new appointments. Tony Jopling joins as Chief Operating Officer (COO), Simon Harvey as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Charl Tintinger as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

Power Hour promoting partnership between Yorkshire’s digital marketing professionals

A Hull-based digital marketing company is building support and influence across the region for an event which showcases the city’s growing strength in the sector.

Trinity Live ready to rock with food, drink and fantastic local musicians

A music event which has become a big favourite in Hull’s live entertainment scene launches another series this week with the first of seven sessions presenting top local talent in a party atmosphere.

Concrete Youth invited to speak at internationally-renowned Prague Quadrennial

A groundbreaking Hull theatre company will take to the world stage in June after being invited to speak at the prestigious Prague Quadrennial.

Industry puts its weight behind OWC 2023

Offshore Wind Connections is attracting high-profile support in its 10th anniversary year.

City Nature Challenge 2023 is coming to Hull

by editor10 April 202312 April 2023

The City Nature Challenge is a global nature-recording competition taking place from Friday 28 April to Monday 1 May 2023.

Can Hessle Theatre Company break the record?

One snap decision, two parallel timelines, 17 Madness hits and a bid to break a Guinness World Record are all in the mix when Hessle Theatre Company hit the stage at Hull New Theatre this month.

Local theatre company’s debut show celebrates LGBTQIA+ culture

Contradicktion, produced by Same Circle Theatre, is the debut show that is being made in collaboration with LGBTQIA+ people.

Holiday park egg-cells with Easter fundraiser for the Daisy Appeal

Families from across the north helped to provide a Bank Holiday boost for one of the region’s leading medical research charities as part of their Easter break at an award-winning holiday park.

Enterprise

Campaign showcases all the reasons Ideal Heating is More Than Boilers

Hull-based Ideal Heating has launched a campaign to celebrate the people, expertise and innovation behind its market-leading products.

Hull-based green cleaning company adds to portfolio of sustainability achievements

Leading green cleaning product manufacturer Bio-D has announced its latest environmental achievements in its annual Sustainability and Impact Report.

Imaginations run wild as pupils bring creative spark to Hull’s @TheDock tech campus

Pupils from Hull’s Chiltern Primary School have brought a splash of colour to the Fruit Market by designing murals for the site of the final @TheDock office building.

Enterprise

Director appointment at the heart of Eyeweb 21st birthday celebrations

by editor31 March 202331 March 2023

Eyeweb Solutions has hit a major milestone by celebrating their 21st birthday. They have been serving businesses in Hull and beyond for more than two decades with their outstanding website design and digital marketing services. Eyeweb is continuing to look to the future with the appointment of Shaun Wyatt as Marketing Director.

Hull City players swap pitch for cyber space as they take on teenagers at FIFA

by editor31 March 202331 March 2023

Hull City’s star players may have what it takes on the pitch – but do they have the skills to beat a bunch of online Ronaldos in a FIFA footballing clash?

Middle Child announce 2023 programme and move to a four-day week

by editor26 March 2023

Award-winning Hull theatre company Middle Child have today announced their artistic programme for the year ahead, featuring a national tour and London transfer of a new play, the return of panto, two scratch nights showcasing work by three new writers and extensive development opportunities.

Enterprise

Howden Station set for £1.2m platform redevelopment

Train accessibility is to be improved at Howden Station as part of a £1.2m redevelopment project funded by Hull Trains.

Enterprise

One of East Yorkshire’s largest business parks primed for expansion

Following a raft of lettings, one of East Yorkshire’s largest business parks is ready to expand again after unveiling a series of design and build opportunities, with planning permission already secured for units ranging from 88,600 sq ft to 212,000 sq ft, subject to tenants’ requirements.

Education

Bishop Burton College retains ‘Outstanding’ judgement from Ofsted for its residential accommodation

Bishop Burton College is delighted to announce its residential accommodation for students at the Bishop Burton and Riseholme College campuses has once again been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.

Enterprise

New era for Hull’s historic Burton building as restoration work gets underway

An ambitious project to bring Hull’s landmark former Burton building back to its original glory has begun.

Groupe Atlantic makes major investment to enhance low carbon heating portfolio

Groupe Atlantic has made a major investment in a leading manufacturer of heat pumps and refrigeration solutions.

Enterprise

Beal scores five star customer satisfaction rating hat-trick

by editor26 March 202330 October 2023

Beal Homes has scored a customer satisfaction hat-trick by securing a sought-after five star rating for the third year running.

Enterprise

Rockcity and no-code app builder February partner on climbing gym app

A new UK and international partnership between no-code app developer February and the Rockcity climbing gym businesses has released Rock IT Climbing, a new, custom designed app for UK and international climbing gyms.

Enterprise

Young lawyers share tips on Rollits work experience scheme

A trio of young lawyers have shared tips to help other emerging talent as their firm counts down to the deadline for this year’s work experience applications.

Power Hour 6 to explore digital marketing content creation

by editor26 March 2023

Digital marketing experts from across the region will assemble in Hull next week for the latest in the Power Hour series of events organised by 43 Clicks North (43CN).

Events

Humber Bridge Soapbox Derby set to attract entries from across the region

A high-speed challenge which has attracted teams from across Hull and East Yorkshire will be renewed when Hessle Town Council stages the return of The Humber Bridge Soapbox Derby on 1 July 2023.

Arco reduces plastic packaging consumption and carbon emissions

Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has successfully reduced its carbon emissions and plastic use by adopting a more ‘circular’ approach to the packaging used in the distribution of its products.

Enterprise

Beverley skin doctor to chair professional Cosmetics Cluster UK spring event

A Beverley skincare expert will chair and speak at a spring event for cosmetics industry and skincare professionals in York next month.

Enterprise

The benefits of outsourced transcription services

by editor25 March 202329 March 2023

From doctors’ surgeries and marketing agencies to property surveyors and sole traders, all kinds of businesses and organisations can benefit from professional transcription.

Sport

The history of horse racing in Hull

by editor24 March 202330 March 2023

Yorkshire has strong ties to the horse racing industry. Although people often think of Newmarket, Aintree, Ascot, and Cheltenham when it comes to major racing events (and they’re right to), Hull has a history of horse riding excellence. Beverley Racecourse in the East Riding is the obvious connection, but there are more.

Enterprise

Huge regional collaboration to share Humber 2030 Vision with the nation

by editor20 March 202326 March 2023

A 10-strong delegation of businesses will outline the scale of Humber ambition and opportunity for industrial decarbonisation at the inaugural Innovation Zero Congress on 24-25 May.

Q&A with playwright Josh Overton on The Houses Are Sinking (And the Adults Don’t Care) at Hull Truck Theatre

Hull Truck Theatre’s Young Creators have been working with playwright Josh Overton (Faustus and Dungeons & Dragons: The Unofficial Adventure), and director Tom Saunders (Midsummer Night’s Dream and Jack, Mum & The Beanstalk) to create a play based on the opinions, ideas and voices of the group.

‘Under Milk Wood’ announced as East Riding Theatre’s spring production

East Riding Theatre is thrilled to announce that its spring production will be Under Milk Wood, written by Dylan Thomas and directed by Richard Avery. This true to life, hilarious play is sure to have you yo-yoing between tears of laughter and tears of emotion.

Enterprise

Hull Trains awards colleagues for dedication to customer excellence

by editor20 March 2023

Train passengers have been learning about the history and landmarks of Hull thanks to the in-depth knowledge of an On Board Manager who has earned praise for his commitment to improving customer service.

Enterprise

East Yorkshire poultry business creates new role in the technical team

A Middleton on the Wolds based family poultry business has created a new role in its technical team to support its growing business.

Cost of living support for Hull residents – improving skills, know-how and resilience

Humber Job Hub CIC, in conjunction with Aviva Community Fund, aim to increase Cost of Living support for the people of Hull by providing them with IT access and skills, money management know-how and mental health support to build resilience and connections.

Society

Hull cyclists gear up for 290-mile fundraiser

A pair of cyclists have set themselves a 290-mile fundraising challenge in support of homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding.

Enterprise

Four new appointments at Navigation Wealth Management

Yorkshire-based financial advisers Navigation Wealth Management have made four appointments to its teams across Beverley and Wakefield, highlighting the firm’s commitment to career progression.

Enterprise

How East Riding of Yorkshire homeowners can save thousands on energy bills each year

With energy prices set to rise again in April, it has been revealed that homeowners across East Riding of Yorkshire can save over £3,100 on bills each year by purchasing a new build home within the area.

Restaurants cement food hub status as local independents launch next phase of Paragon Arcade regeneration

A Victorian arcade in the centre of Hull is now back to capacity with the arrival of a host of new tenants and the reopening of a destination restaurant.

Rollits experts to share expertise on changes in charity law

The need for robust governance of charities will fall under the spotlight next week as experts from Rollits LLP explore some of the issues arising from new legislation.

Beer and cider festival to spread the cheer across Hull’s Theatre Quarter

A pint-sized pub and its more spacious neighbour will join forces next week to present a real ale and beer festival designed to promote their Theatre Quarter location as a destination for great food and drink.

Enterprise

AaGlobal unveils new brand as part of ongoing growth strategy

A leading language services business has unveiled a bright new brand created to celebrate the completion of 30 successful years in business and to reflect the modern approach to serving clients worldwide.

Enterprise

Helping charities to remain capable, commercial and compliant

by editor13 March 202319 March 2023

We had a chat with Gerry Morrison and Harriet Wheeldon at Rollits to see how the local law firm supports charitable organisations.

Why Hull’s cream telephone boxes matter

Dr Charlotte Tomlinson sent us this article, which pays tribute to nine of Hull and East Yorkshire’s telephone boxes being granted Grade II listed status.

Theatre review: Mumsy

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Mumsy at Hull Truck Theatre.

The Rocky Horror Show celebrates 50 years at Hull New Theatre

Cult classic The Rocky Horror Show returns to Hull New Theatre from 9 – 14 October celebrating 50 years on stage.

App founder partners with restaurant to tempt diners on a vegan venture