We had a chat with Lucas Billingham about the relocation of Mr Hugo from Paragon Street to HoH Food Hall.
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Property conversion paused as owners open doors to Puffins Galore!
Work on converting a former radio studio into high-end office space and apartments has been placed on hold after the arrival in the building of a colony of puffins.
Continue readingPlatinum reward for unsung hero in Jubilee year
Hull Trains is looking to reward a community hero with a platinum experience as part of plans to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee year.
Continue readingNew drop-in support group for brain tumour patients and carers in Hull
Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity (YBTC) is pleased to be expanding its support to offer a brand new drop-in group in Hull.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull hits research high – as one of highest risers in UK
The University of Hull is one of the highest risers in the UK and the highest riser in Yorkshire for research excellence – according to new rankings from Times Higher Education (THE) published today.
Continue reading£1.1 million clinical trial to assess impact of exercise on cancer outcomes
Hull York Medical School has been awarded £1.1 million from Yorkshire Cancer Research to conduct a clinical trial which will assess the impact of personalised, home-based exercise programmes for people with lung, bowel or breast cancer.
Continue readingSewell Group daredevils raise over £3,000 for charity
Eight members from across the Sewell Group took part in the UK’s highest skydive to raise money for The Kirkwood, an end-of-life hospice based in Huddersfield.
Continue readingAA Global marks anniversary in Hull by sponsoring Chamber Expo as a highlight of Humber Business Week
A language services provider which has thrived since expanding into Hull in 2011 is saying thank you to the region’s business community and belatedly marking its 10th anniversary in the city by sponsoring the Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce Expo.
Continue readingHull to Host “An Evening with Michael Franzese: The Real Goodfella” – Gala Event with Reformed Mob Boss
Mandala Ventures has announced the launch of “An Evening with Michael Franzese – The Real Goodfella”, a series of multi-city gala events in the UK, headlined by Michael Franzese, the former high-ranking member of the Mafia and now renowned motivational speaker, best-selling author, and star of several global documentaries.
Continue readingYoung entrepreneur grows small business in less than a year at FigFlex Hull
Hull-based small business consultant, Olivia Crabtree, started out creating handmade gifts from her university halls, and in the space of two years is now running a successful consultancy from FigFlex Offices at Cherry Tree Court in Hull.
Continue readingHull’s Ideal Heating smashes four million milestone
Employees at Hull-based Ideal Heating are celebrating a huge milestone as work on their significant factory expansion continues.
Continue readingFunding boost enables The Peel Project to support more adults and young people in Hull
Local Community Interest Company (CIC) The Peel Project has received almost £60,000 to continue their work in supporting adults and young people in Hull. The funding strengthens an existing partnership with mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind.
Continue readingNavigation Wealth appoint new Client Relationship Manager
Yorkshire-based financial advisers Navigation Wealth Management is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Client Relationship Manager, as the firm’s rapid growth continues.
Continue readingMore than 40 acts unveiled in full programme at this year’s Beverley Puppet Festival
More than 40 puppet theatre companies will be descending on East Yorkshire at this year’s Beverley Puppet Festival, which runs from Friday 15 to Sunday July 17 in indoor and outdoor venues across the town.
Continue readingFemale rugby teams in Hull get housebuilder’s cash
A Hull rugby club has secured a £1,000 donation for its rapidly expanding girls’ team.
Continue readingConstruction firm sails onto £415m ports framework
Hull headquartered construction firm, Hobson & Porter, has landed a place on the largest part of a £415m, five-year design and build framework for ports.
Continue readingBeal buyers reserve luxury homes worth over £2m at Turpin’s Chase launch
Eager house hunters have snapped up luxury homes worth more than £2m at the launch of a highly-anticipated new development in the idyllic East Yorkshire village of Welton.
Continue readingWykeland Beal takes Best Office Deal award for Arco headquarters
Regeneration partnership Wykeland Beal has won a coveted award for the development of a new head office for Arco in Hull’s rejuvenated Fruit Market.
Continue readingMinister praises KCOM as it cuts price and makes broadband social tariff more accessible
KCOM is making it easier and quicker for struggling families to access its low-cost Flex social tariff by moving the application online and reducing the price.
Continue readingDyslexia Sparks stretch creative muscles
The creative sparks were flying at the Humber Bridge on Saturday 7 May as a group of students from Dyslexia Sparks – Hull and East Yorkshire’s only registered charity – stretched their creative muscles in preparation for a writing competition.
Continue readingCastle Hill Hospital entirely powered by its own solar energy
It took just five months to install, but now a local hospital trust’s investment in solar technology is paying dividends.
Continue readingLocal homebuilder shows its support for Women in War this VE Day
Five star homebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East is showing its support for servicewomen this VE Day, by installing Women in War figures at 16 of its developments across East Yorkshire.
Continue readingTheatre review: There Should Be Unicorns
Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Middle Child’s There Should Be Unicorns.
Continue readingHumber Street Sesh 2022 goes back to its roots on Hull Marina
Humber Street Sesh, the multi award-winning music festival, will return to its spiritual home on Hull Marina on Saturday 13 August, with early bird tickets on sale now.
Continue readingLIMITLESS: Original screen prints and installations by Martin Nelson
From a successful business owner in Hull, specialising in graphic design procured through the traditional craft of screen-printing, to later graduating from the prestigious Gray’s School of Art in Scotland, Martin Nelson has followed a precision of calculated form.
Continue readingRobertson continues to eclipse more expensive Hull City alumni
When it comes to record sales at Hull City, Andy Robertson just about sits inside the top 10. Above him on that list sit the likes of Shane Long, Jake Livermore, Robert Snodgrass, Harry Maguire and Jarrod Bowen, while James Chester and Robbie Brady are perched alongside the Scottish left-back.
Continue readingHumber Business Week 2022 all about ‘getting back together’ to share knowledge and celebrate success
Organisers of Humber Business Week say this year’s event is all about ‘getting back together’ as a business community to tackle the pressing issues, share knowledge and celebrate success.
Continue readingTheatre review: The Hound of the Baskervilles
Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on The Hound of the Baskervilles at East Riding Theatre.
Continue readingQuickline appoints new Chief Commercial Officer as recruitment drive continues
Rural broadband provider Quickline Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of a leading commercial specialist to further strengthen its executive team.
Continue readingFrom Demon Dentists to Dancing Divas with no ‘flossing’ in sight
Hull Theatres have today announced two new shows that are guaranteed to keep you on your toes in the months ahead.
Continue readingNew signage tops off refurb for Hull’s oldest boxing gym
Hull’s oldest boxing club has topped off a £1m refurb with brand new signage thanks to two well-known city centre businesses.
Continue reading1,500 youngsters to see Hull City with KCOM Tiger Tickets Giveaway
It’s certainly been an eventful season for Hull City. And now 1,500 local youngsters will be able to celebrate City’s Championship survival in style thanks to free match tickets from KCOM.
Continue readingAn interview with John Godber on Teechers Leavers ’22
John Godber talks about Teechers Leavers ’22, which runs at Hull Truck Theatre from Thursday 19 to Saturday 11 June.
Continue readingCreative Sparks at the Humber Bridge
The creative sparks will be flying at the Humber Bridge this Saturday (7 May at 2pm) as a group of students from Dyslexia Sparks – Hull and East Yorkshire’s only registered charity – stretch their creative muscles in preparation for a writing competition.
Continue readingHousebuilder donates to Hull pet charity
Hull PDSA Pet Hospital was awarded £1,000 from Persimmon Homes Yorkshire, as part of its Community Champions scheme.
Continue readingArco donates PPE to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine
Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, is donating over 80,000 items of essential PPE to global first responder, International Medical Corps, to aid those directly affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Continue readingTfL chooses AA Global for transport translation expertise
AA Global Language Services has added to its list of major contract wins by landing the job of keeping millions of Londoners and visitors connected with vital information about the capital’s transport system.
Continue readingHomecare business expands with new branch at The Deep
A nationwide business which provides care for people in their own homes has launched its latest branch at The Deep Business Centre in Hull.
Continue readingAlastair Campbell, John and Martha Godber and Tommy Coyle bring blend of politics, culture and sport to Humber Business Week
Key figures from politics, culture and sport will deliver a different perspective on the corporate world when they line up for one of the highlights of Humber Business Week.
Continue readingFinance and IT companies join global healthcare giant in setting the standard for People in Business Awards
Global healthcare giant Reckitt gave a glimpse of its efforts behind the scenes which protected staff and customers during the pandemic and led to double success in a business awards scheme.
Continue readingMost common house buying mistakes
It used to be that buying a new home was a fairly mysterious process. That’s not the case anymore, and more information is available online than ever (often too much). You can now get insights into every stage of the property buying process, but mistakes can still be made.
Continue readingHull businessman to take on 30-mile challenge for local charity
Matt Johnson, Director of Different Resonance, has set himself the challenge of walking 30 miles on 30 June in a bid to raise funds for Hull & East Yorkshire Children’s University.
Continue readingHoH Food Hall: Holy Brunch
From artisanal avo on toast to the finest steaks just how you like them, Holy Brunch knows how to satisfy your appetite.
Continue readingTheatre review: The Three Musketeers
Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on The Three Musketeers at Hull Truck Theatre.
Continue readingGet involved in Mental Health Awareness Week 2022
Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is working with East Riding of Yorkshire Council to mark Mental Health Awareness Week, which will take place during 9-15 May 2022.
Continue readingWillerby powers ahead in sustainability drive
Leading holiday homes manufacturer Willerby is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability by installing additional electric vehicle (EV) charging points as part of a range of green measures across the business.
Continue readingBonus Arena launches first Business Breakfast to welcome new General Manager
Local Hull and East Yorkshire businesses are invited to visit the Bonus Arena to meet new General Manager, Darren Moore.
Continue readingSecond in suite of luxury lodge transformations unveiled by Victory Leisure Homes
“Last year, we took the opportunity to pause and reflect on our range to really consider what the next phase of our luxury leisure home range could be,” said Shirin Kemp, director of marketing and PR at Victory Leisure Homes.
Continue readingMeet one of the new families settling in Hull
They were just about to board a flight to see their children for the first time in a year when The Philippines announced a national lockdown at the start of the pandemic.
Continue readingLaunch of new family-friendly trail to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
City centre businesses have teamed up for the launch of a new fun family trail linked to The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Continue readingEntrepreneurs step up to share stories of achievement in adversity as Humber Business Week promises immersive discussion on how to combat chaos
Some of the Humber’s most successful entrepreneurs are looking forward to coming together during Business Week to share ideas about how to survive and thrive in the face of the impact of a pandemic and a war.
Continue readingCast announced for John Godber’s Teechers Leavers ‘22
Hull Truck Theatre continues to raise the bar with its exciting 50th anniversary programme with a world premiere from playwright John Godber OBE, who has reimagined his critically acclaimed ‘Teechers’, originally performed in 1987, for the leavers of 2022.
Continue reading“Tree-mendous” news as Hull is announced as Tree City of the World
Hull has been recognised as one of only 138 Tree Cities of the World for its continued efforts to grow and maintain green spaces.
Continue readingCelebrate Everything About Us: coming to Hull from 30 April to 6 May
About Us, a spectacular, free open-air event that combines live performances and multimedia installations to celebrate the entire history of the universe from Big Bang to the present day arrives in Hull on 30 April 2022 for one week only as the finale of its five-stop UK tour.
Continue readingSchoolgirl striker Eden scores winner with Giacom to train with Hull City stars
A 10-year-old girl and her football team have enjoyed a dream training session with Hull City players after she won a competition run by club partner Giacom.
Continue readingSpencer Group to begin unique temporary walkway works on heritage bridge
Industry leading multi-disciplinary bridge works specialist Spencer Group has come up with a unique method to carry out essential works on an historic structure.
Continue readingCharity opens vintage and secondhand furniture hub in Hull
A local homelessness charity has opened a new shop with big ambitions to become a community hub in Hull city centre.
Continue readingHumber Marine and Renewables launches marking a new chapter for the region and supply chain
Team Humber Marine Alliance and Grimsby Renewables Partnership have officially merged at Offshore Wind Connections 2022.
Continue readingIndustry wind experts to focus on innovation, collaboration and exports
The development of offshore wind in the Humber, opportunities for the supply chain and the region’s global potential will be in the spotlight at a leading conference this week.
Continue readingGoing Dutch – could ‘Three in a Boat’ sail to victory?
Hull’s maritime living statues have been shortlisted to compete in an international competition.
Continue readingHull Truck Theatre launches Grow Season 2022 with bold new theatre and artist development opportunities
Hull Truck Theatre is pleased to announce that its Grow Season makes a welcome live return, supporting artists and developing local talent with a packed programme of performances, sharing workshops and networking opportunities. New and contemporary theatre will inspire audiences and artists, with the final two events in August delivered in partnership with Freedom Festival.
Continue readingHull-based charity SEED thrown a lifeline by local counselling training centre ECPT
SEED Eating Disorder Support Service, a charity founded by Hull actor Gemma Oaten’s parents Marg and Dennis 22 years ago as they fought for her life amidst a 13-year eating disorder battle, have been thrown a lifeline by Ellesmere Counselling and Psychotherapy Training in their quest to find a new home for their growing support service.
Continue readingInside The Mind of a Serial Killer
If you’re a fan of the morbid and macabre, you’ll be delighted to know the increasingly popular serial killer talks are returning to Hull.
Continue readingArco colleagues spend time organising Hull Foodbank’s warehouse
Colleagues from Hull-based safety company, Arco, have spent time volunteering in the community by supporting the city’s food bank.
Continue readingA ‘new kind of garden’ brings imagination and innovation to Hull
Augment represents the best in collaboration, combining child-like investigation and digital world-building software to bring something really special to Princes Avenue.
Continue readingThe search is on for the musical stars of tomorrow
Hull City Hall will become the focus for a wealth of up-and-coming talent on Sunday 24 April, as award-winning musical Les Misérables holds auditions in the city.
Continue readingIs it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Supervet!
One of the world’s most renowned, and certainly the nation’s most loved orthopedic-neuro veterinary surgeon, Noel Fitzpatrick – The Supervet from the hit Channel 4 show – brings his unique ethos, incredible stories, and remarkable bionic innovations to Hull City Hall on 12 November 2022.
Continue readingRecruitment day offers insight into working life at one of Hull’s most vibrant venues
Lost City Adventure Golf is looking for new team members to join its Hull city centre site, as the business looks to further support the upskilling of the East Yorkshire region.
Continue readingSpencer Group commences construction of White Rose Railway Station
Hull-based rail infrastructure specialist Spencer Group is underway with construction work to deliver a new £26.5 million station in south Leeds.
Continue readingBuilder’s brew? More like constructor’s coffee! Homebuilder reveals builders’ favourite break time beverages
Ahead of putting the kettle on for National Tea Day (Thursday 21 April), 5 star homebuilder Barratt Developments Yorkshire has revealed its Site Managers’ drinking preferences in a new survey.
Continue readingShows for all the family in the Back to Ours and Lost In Translation Bransholme Big Top during May half-term
Back to Ours are teaming up with circus partners Lost in Translation Circus to bring the Marybelle Big Top to Heartlands Park, Bransholme, over May half-term.
Continue readingThe Barcode Warehouse awarded spearhead RFID real-time locating solution project for Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
The Barcode Warehouse, a leading UK-based B2B technology and RFID specialist solution provider has been appointed to deliver an asset management solution utilising real-time locating system (RTLS) technology for Hull University Teaching Hospitals (HUTH) NHS Trust.
Continue reading“Employee wellbeing is and always has been our top priority”
We met up with Linda Cook at Rollits to find out how the law firm looks after its staff.
Continue readingPerformance marketing agency reinforces platform for growth with move to new premises
Leading performance marketing agency Diony has completed an expansion into new premises after doubling its team during the last 12 months.
Continue readingExperienced property specialist Helen Everritt takes leading role as new era begins at residential lettings management business
Experienced lettings property specialist Helen Everritt is to lead the residential management business into a new era following a recent rebrand and relaunch.
Continue readingUK disruptive brand and digital PR agency moves to fully flexible, fully remote working as they look to expand globally
DA Creative Studio, who were formed in Hull eight years ago, before expanding to London late last year have announced that they have taken the bold step of closing their head office.
Continue readingStep Up Hull launches with the aim of supporting social causes in Hull
Latus Health launched a new city-wide initiative, Step Up Hull, that aims to bring together local businesses and residents to achieve change across a range of social causes.
Continue readingNew Personal Tax Manager appointed for 360 Accountants
360 Chartered Accountants is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Collings as its new Personal Tax Manager.
Continue readingHoH Food Hall: Chinese Laundry
If you love vintage clothing, you definitely need to pay a visit to HoH Food Hall and check out the latest addition to its retail section, the much-loved Chinese Laundry.
Continue readingKeston Cobblers Club to perform at Social on Humber Street
On 22 April, UK-folk favourite Keston Cobblers Club return with their brand-new album, ‘Alchemy’ – the follow up to their critically acclaimed 2019 album, ‘Siren’ – after a two-year break.
Continue readingQuickline’s new brand identity reflects an ultrafast future for rural communities
Quickline Communications has unveiled its new brand identity to reflect both the rural communities it champions as well as the company’s growth and evolution.
Continue readingSupplyHaus joins Paragon Arcade community with vintage and military clothing
A young entrepreneur has escaped from his previous jobs as a food worker and painter and decorator by taking a lockdown leap of faith, setting up his own business and adding something new to the variety already on offer in a Hull city centre arcade.
Continue readingVictory Leisure Homes transforms its marketing offering with significant expansion announcement
East Yorkshire-based national luxury holiday homes manufacturer, Victory Leisure Homes, continues to expand its marketing team with two new additions and incorporating its new product development division, in order to deliver on its vision.
Continue reading‘Egg-stra’ special Easter activities at Lost City
Lost City Adventure Golf is celebrating the Easter holidays with some ‘egg-stra’ fun activities for junior adventure golfers.
Continue readingA Night To Remember – An all-star tribute to Hull’s very own Joe Longthorne
A show celebrating the music and life of the legendary Joe Longthorne will take place at Hull New Theatre this month.
Continue readingThe best Woodland Trust bluebell woods in the north of England
Bluebell woods are a breathtaking sight and the Woodland Trust has compiled a selection of some of the best sites to visit in the north of England this spring.
Continue readingWanted: Your stories of playing and supporting Women’s International Rugby League
‘Life with the Lionesses’, a heritage project which aims to raise awareness of the incredible role models who pioneered Women’s International Rugby League, is appealing for your stories.
Continue readingLittle Land Rover doing BIG THINGS for Ukraine
Jaguar Land Rover dealership Hatfields recently teamed with a customer to help raise vital funds and supplies for the frontline in Ukraine. Hatfields customer Joe Kwaterski came up with a novel idea to raise funds by auctioning his pride and joy – Gertie, a 1971 Land Rover Defender.
Continue readingStunning opera and sensational 60s at Hull Theatres
Next spring will be full of passion, drama, and magical music as Hull Theatres welcome back stunning shows from Opera North and the Sensational 60s Experience.
Continue readingVolunteering opportunities now open for Beverley Puppet Festival as puppet workshop dates revealed
The award-winning Beverley Puppet Festival has now opened its volunteer positions for this July’s festival, the first ‘in-puppet’ festival since 2018.
Continue readingTransformative vehicle branding company give brain injury charity new look
The speed and flexibility of transformative vehicle branding specialist, Brandfixx, has been used to give a Hull charity a rapid rebrand after a recent competition.
Continue readingBeal hires new Construction Director for next chapter of growth
Leading regional housebuilder Beal Homes has appointed a new Construction Director as it continues to drive growth in volumes and set the bar for build quality.
Continue reading360 Accountants absorb increased costs for clients
360 Chartered Accountants says it will be absorbing increased costs to help their clients as businesses face soaring energy and fuel prices as well as other increases due to Brexit and the war in Ukraine.
Continue readingFormer Trainees progress to dispute resolution roles at Rollits
Leading law firm Rollits LLP has bolstered its dispute resolution team with the addition of two solicitors who began their careers as paralegals with the firm.
Continue readingGloria Hunniford OBE confirmed as guest speaker at Women of Achievement Awards
National treasure Gloria Hunniford OBE has been announced as the guest speaker at the launch of this year’s Women of Achievement Awards.
Continue readingRebrand can help dedicated residential lettings management business ‘Gro’ its own future as part of newly formed Garness Group
A successful Hull-based residential property management business is embarking on the start of a new era today having rebranded and relaunched under the newly formed Garness Group of companies.
Continue readingHull celebrates ground-breaking research that transforms lives
If you don’t work in the field, you may wonder what Hull has ever done to shape healthcare beyond the East Yorkshire boundary.
Continue readingOWC2022 to focus on Humber gains and opportunity
The offshore wind community is gearing up for a major Humber conference.
Continue readingEggciting times ahead as Hull Theatre unveils panto competition
Hull New Theatre has announced it is to hold an Easter Egg hunt with a difference over the coming weeks with a bag of cracking prizes up for grabs.
Continue readingHull Truck Theatre are looking for local people to perform in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
This July, Hull Truck Theatre will present a community production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream where audiences will be transported to an enchanted forest near Athens for a night of magic and mayhem.
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