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The UK’s largest manufacturer of touring caravans, motorhomes and holiday homes has pledged its support to a charity on its doorstep which is transforming detection techniques for serious medical conditions.

Flotilla and flypast put the Humber centre stage for Platinum Jubilee celebrations

Businesses from the Humber Bridge to Hull marina have outlined their plans to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in style against a spectacular backdrop of a flotilla and flypast.

Enterprise

Colleagues launch new business as window film stars

Two colleagues who have spent 30 years between them in the glazing industry are now looking forward to a bright future after deciding to become window film stars themselves.

Enterprise

Builder’s cash helps Hull tennis club get ready for 100th anniversary

A tennis club in Cottingham will be accessible to all, following a donation from a housebuilder. Cottingham Tennis Club is celebrating its centenary this year […]

Enterprise

MS3 launches exciting new partnership with ISP Air Broadband to bring amazing fibre connectivity to Hull

by editor25 May 202225 May 2022

MS3 Networks has signed an agreement with national broadband service provider Air Broadband to sell fibre broadband to homes and businesses across East Yorkshire initially, with grand expansion plans to follow.

Arts

Hull Truck Theatre’s studio theatre to be renamed the Godber Studio

by editor24 May 202223 May 2022

John Godber was the Artistic Director at Hull Truck Theatre for 25 years from 1984. Now he has reimagined his play Teechers for the school leavers of 2022 as part of Hull Truck Theatre’s 50th anniversary programme. To celebrate John’s achievements and legacy, Hull Truck Theatre are honouring his work by naming the current ‘Stage 2 Studio’ after him – the Godber Studio.

Arts

British Country Duo, The Arkut Brothers, to release their debut single “Fine”

by editor24 May 2022

Taken from their debut album to be released later this year, “Fine” is The Arkut Brothers’ first release ahead of their album.

Rollits brings leading resilience coach to Humber Business Week

by editor24 May 202224 May 2022

We had a chat with Ed Jenneson, Head of Employment at Rollits, to find out more about the law firm’s high-profile event that takes place during Humber Business Week 2022.

Enterprise

Rising through the ranks to follow her dream job in finance

It’s not every day someone walks through the door of a wealth management firm declaring their ambition to become a financial adviser – but that’s exactly what Jade Georgiou did at Yorkshire-based Navigation Wealth Management three years ago asking for an opportunity to help her achieve her ambition.

Enterprise

Hull and York-based 360 Chartered Accountants sponsoring charity for visually impaired children

by editor23 May 2022

360 Chartered Accountants is pleased to announce its sponsorship of Club Wilber.

Enterprise

East Yorkshire holiday park wins prestigious 2022 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award

This week, Burton Constable Holiday Park has been awarded the 2022 Travellers’ Choice by Tripadvisor. Awarded to hotels and holiday accommodation in the top 10% of TripAdvisor reviews, the award celebrates businesses that have received outstanding traveller reviews on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months.

Enterprise

Barratt Developments Yorkshire East secures 5 stars for record 13th year

Local housebuilder Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, has received the maximum 5-star rating in the new Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Enterprise

Quickline announces new headquarters

Rural broadband specialists Quickline Communications has announced plans to relocate its headquarters in East Yorkshire as part of its ambitious growth strategy.

Humber Business Week audience to quiz “lifelong republican” Alastair Campbell about the Queen’s role as a leader and moderniser

A high-profile political figure who admits to being “something of a lifelong republican” will be quizzed at Humber Business Week about his belief that the Queen is “one of the great enduring winners of our lifetime”.

Arts

On The Rise to release new single

by editor23 May 2022

On The Rise will release “Time To Go” on Friday 3 June through the record label IO Music Group.

Back to Ours are hosting their biggest ever Shindig in a Big Top in Bransholme to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Have you been to a Back to Ours Shindig? They’re the hottest ticket in town for over 55s – a party afternoon packed with food, drinks, singing, dancing and loads of entertainment.

Ron Dearing UTC to increase student numbers after planning approval for expansion

Hull’s pioneering Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has been given the go-ahead to expand and increase its capacity.

Events

Sowing the seeds of love

Hull New Theatre is encouraging youngsters across the city to reap what they sow in a new project designed to harness the learning potential of live entertainment.

Events

Hull Brickfest returns for 2022

The celebration of all things LEGO is back this August – the perfect event for little ones and big kids alike.

Enterprise

HullBID presents top speakers at Humber Business Week Inspiring Women dinner

Business, politics and community support will come together when HullBID revives its Inspiring Women dinner as one of the highlights of Humber Business Week.

New city centre bakery, bar and restaurant receives £70,000 grant

A new bakery, bar and restaurant will open in Hull’s Old Town thanks to a £73,356 Levelling-Up Fund grant.

Society

WISHH Charity urges Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire to help NHS go further by joining NHS Big Tea

On Tuesday 5th July, Hull Hospital’s WISHH Charity is inviting people across Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire to join the biggest NHS tea party yet by hosting their own NHS Big Tea on the health service’s 74th birthday.

Education

Scary stories feature slime, black fungus and biofilms to raise awareness of microbiology

The slime of an ancient mariner – a story about a nautical journey where the crew members encounter an ancient oceanic biofilm with catastrophic intentions – was the winning story for a national competition to raise awareness of microbiology as a career path.

Events

Paolo Nutini to bring UK tour to Hull

by editor18 May 202217 May 2022

Paolo Nutini has announced his new album ‘Last Night In the Bittersweet’ will be released this summer.

Enterprise

Once in a lifetime experiences across the globe for Bishop Burton students

Students from Bishop Burton College were amongst the jet set last month thanks to a number of study tours that have seen them enjoying life-changing experiences over three continents.

Enterprise

Leisure operator and food and drinks venues could be next to join Tesco in Hull’s redeveloped King William House

A historic Old Town building in Hull which has benefited from a multi-million pound redevelopment is attracting ‘exciting levels of interest’ from both leisure operators and businesses in the food and drinks markets following the recent opening of Tesco as first tenant.

Education

Appointment of next Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hull

by editor17 May 2022

The University of Hull is pleased to announce that Professor Dave Petley has been appointed as its next Vice-Chancellor.

Society

Sign up to the only East Yorkshire 5K walk where you can drink wine in aid of your local hospice

The extremely popular Wine Dash, which explores the Yorkshire Wolds with a walk through the picturesque Little Wold Vineyard, tasting wines from different regions along the route is back again.

Food, face painting and lots of fun – Lost City Adventure Golf turns one

Lost City Adventure Golf in Hull is celebrating its first birthday with a day full of activities for all ages to enjoy.

Humber Business Week event seeks to redefine resilience

Humber Business Week event seeks to redefine resilience whilst also considering the obligations employers have in respect of hidden disabilities and neurodiversity in the workplace

Society

Bringing the Dawn to isolation

by editor17 May 202217 May 2022 No Comments

Public Health officials have said social isolation is now a bigger threat than Covid. A North Hull community centre aims to tackle this locally.

HoH Food Hall: Mr Hugo

by editor14 May 202214 May 2022

We had a chat with Lucas Billingham about the relocation of Mr Hugo from Paragon Street to HoH Food Hall.

Property conversion paused as owners open doors to Puffins Galore!

by editor13 May 2022

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.

Enterprise

Platinum 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.

Society

New 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.

Education

University 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.

Education

£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.

Sewell 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.

AA Global marks anniversary in Hull by sponsoring Chamber Expo as a highlight of Humber Business Week

by editor13 May 2022

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.

Events

Hull 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.

Enterprise

Young 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.

Enterprise

Hull’s Ideal Heating smashes four million milestone

by editor13 May 2022

Employees at Hull-based Ideal Heating are celebrating a huge milestone as work on their significant factory expansion continues.

Society

Funding 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.

Enterprise

Navigation 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.

More 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.

Sport

Female rugby teams in Hull get housebuilder’s cash

A Hull rugby club has secured a £1,000 donation for its rapidly expanding girls’ team.

Enterprise

Construction 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.

Enterprise

Beal buyers reserve luxury homes worth over £2m at Turpin’s Chase launch

by editor11 May 20226 June 2022

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.

Enterprise

Wykeland Beal takes Best Office Deal award for Arco headquarters

by editor11 May 2022

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.

Enterprise

Minister 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.

Society

Dyslexia 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.

Environment

Castle 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.

Enterprise

Local 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.

Theatre review: There Should Be Unicorns

by editor9 May 20229 May 2022

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Middle Child’s There Should Be Unicorns.

Humber Street Sesh 2022 goes back to its roots on Hull Marina

by editor9 May 2022

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.

LIMITLESS: Original screen prints and installations by Martin Nelson

by editor9 May 20229 May 2022

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.

Sport

Robertson continues to eclipse more expensive Hull City alumni

by editor9 May 202211 May 2022

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.

Humber 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.

Theatre review: The Hound of the Baskervilles

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on The Hound of the Baskervilles at East Riding Theatre.

Enterprise

Quickline 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.

Events

From 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.

Enterprise

New 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.

1,500 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.

An interview with John Godber on Teechers Leavers ’22

by editor5 May 202210 May 2022

John Godber talks about Teechers Leavers ’22, which runs at Hull Truck Theatre from Thursday 19 to Saturday 11 June.

Society

Creative 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.

Enterprise

Housebuilder donates to Hull pet charity

Hull PDSA Pet Hospital was awarded £1,000 from Persimmon Homes Yorkshire, as part of its Community Champions scheme.

Enterprise

Arco 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.

Enterprise

TfL 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.

Enterprise

Homecare 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.

Alastair 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.

Enterprise

Finance 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.

Lifestyle

Most common house buying mistakes

by editor5 May 202219 December 2024

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.

Enterprise

Hull 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.

HoH Food Hall: Holy Brunch

by editor3 May 20223 May 2022

From artisanal avo on toast to the finest steaks just how you like them, Holy Brunch knows how to satisfy your appetite.

Theatre review: The Three Musketeers

by editor29 April 202229 April 2022

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on The Three Musketeers at Hull Truck Theatre.

Society

Get involved in Mental Health Awareness Week 2022

by editor29 April 202229 April 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.

Willerby powers ahead in sustainability drive

by editor29 April 202229 April 2022

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.

Bonus Arena launches first Business Breakfast to welcome new General Manager

by editor28 April 20225 May 2022

Local Hull and East Yorkshire businesses are invited to visit the Bonus Arena to meet new General Manager, Darren Moore.

Enterprise

Second 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.

Society

Meet one of the new families settling in Hull

by editor28 April 2022

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.

Launch 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.

Entrepreneurs step up to share stories of achievement in adversity as Humber Business Week promises immersive discussion on how to combat chaos

by editor28 April 2022

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.

Cast announced for John Godber’s Teechers Leavers ‘22

by editor28 April 202229 April 2022

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.

Environment

“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.

Celebrate 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.

Schoolgirl 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.

Enterprise

Spencer Group to begin unique temporary walkway works on heritage bridge

by editor28 April 2022

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.

Society

Charity 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.

Humber 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.

Industry wind experts to focus on innovation, collaboration and exports

by editor26 April 202225 April 2022

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.

Going Dutch – could ‘Three in a Boat’ sail to victory?

Hull’s maritime living statues have been shortlisted to compete in an international competition.

Hull Truck Theatre launches Grow Season 2022 with bold new theatre and artist development opportunities

by editor22 April 2022

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.

Society

Hull-based charity SEED thrown a lifeline by local counselling training centre ECPT

by editor22 April 2022

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.

Events

Inside 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.

Arco 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.

A ‘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.

The 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.

Events

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Supervet!