Luxury jewellers, Berry’s, is celebrating a milestone year in 2022 as it reaches its 125th year in the business.
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Tips for finding the right commercial property
Buying a property for business purposes means taking a slightly different approach to buying a home. Investing in that property is a challenging decision in itself, but once you’ve made the decision, the hard work really begins.
Continue readingClassic phone box given new lease of life as school library
A classic cream Hull phone kiosk has been given a new lease of life by an East Yorkshire school.
Continue readingNew Year, New You with Hull Samba
Hull Samba offers the opportunity to learn an instrument and make new friends.
Continue readingHEY! Volunteering is recruiting new members for the first time in two years
HEY! Volunteering is on the lookout for new volunteers to help support expansion into the wider region.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull students to take part in filmed sustainable living challenge
A team of University of Hull students will take part in a week-long social experiment where they will be challenged to live their most sustainable life.
Continue readingNo need to feel peaky, a blinder of a show is on the way
A new dance theatre event inspired by the hit BBC TV show the Peaky Blinders will delve into the story of Thomas Shelby and the notorious gang when it hits the Hull New Theatre stage next year.
Continue readingFamily Mediation Week: “Your peace of mind is our top priority”
We had a chat with Alison Benson at Rollits about Family Mediation Week and what it’s all about.
Continue readingGet mental health support in the East Riding today
The Help Us, Help You campaign encourages anyone experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns to seek support through NHS Talking Therapies services, also known as Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT).
Continue readingArco leads the way in ethical sales with prestigious award
Arco, the UK’s leading safety products and services company, has been awarded the prestigious Investor in Sales Award from the Institute of Sales Professionals (ISP), recognising the commitment the company has made to ensuring its sales staff provide a professional and ethical service to its customers.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder supports Hull’s education professionals
Barratt Developments Yorkshire East is supporting education workers in and around Hull who play an integral role in their communities, by donating a contribution for every sale to the new home owner’s nursery, school, college or university.
Continue readingNew musical “Ruby and the Vinyl” this spring at the East Riding Theatre
Ruby and the Vinyl, a brand new musical comedy written by internationally renowned playwright John Godber in partnership with his daughter Elizabeth, and featuring songs written by BBC supporting artist Ruby Macintosh, is coming to the East Riding Theatre this March.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull Computer Science students guaranteed paid year in industry
Computer Science students at the University of Hull are being guaranteed a paid year in industry as part of their degree.
Continue readingPeter Ward Homes search for new Managing Director
The region’s highly successful and respected House Building firm, Peter Ward Homes, has announced its search for a new Managing Director. The firm, which was established in 1978, has a reputation for quality homes and has been recognised as an award-winning developer that builds homes of distinction.
Continue readingFuture engineers from Yorkshire on right track after Siemens’ sustainable transport competition
Siemens has uncovered engineering, technology and business talent from Yorkshire through a competition to design the smart and sustainable transport system of the future.
Continue readingMagic, music and mesmerising projections bring beloved children’s book to life for first ever stage adaptation
A new stage adaptation of cult Scottish poet Ivor Cutler and award-winning illustrator Helen Oxenbury’s children’s book, Meal One, will open at Hull Truck Theatre this February as part of the city-centre theatre’s diverse 50th anniversary programme, before embarking on UK-wide tour.
Continue readingSewell Group become Hull KR stadium partner
Hull KR have announced that Sewell Group are to become their prestigious stadium naming rights partner from 2022.
Continue readingBus company and charity fight loneliness with the “Chatty Bus”
Local bus company East Yorkshire is continuing its efforts in the fight against loneliness and social isolation by bringing back “Chatty Bus”, a project raising awareness of loneliness in society.
Continue readingSMASH mental wellness group partners with local schools to plant more trees
The Hull & East Riding Social Mediation And Self Help (SMASH) team at Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust work in local schools to help support young people with their mental health and wellbeing.
Continue readingKCOM acts to help customers facing cost of living crisis
KCOM has announced it is to take action to help customers facing the rising cost of living crisis.
Continue readingAward-winning Hull accountants open regional office in York City Centre
360 Chartered Accountants is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in York City Centre.
Continue readingHoH Food Hall: Grilla offers a “build your own burger” experience
HoH Food Hall has been going from strength to strength since opening in early December. We had a chat with Chris McWatt of Grilla Burger to get a flavour of what his chefs are cooking up in their new kitchen.
Continue readingTake a look at PAC’s new eye-catching exhibition
A diverse collection of mixed medium artworks has gone on display at Pocklington Arts Centre as the award-winning venue opens its 2022 season of exhibitions.
Continue readingCast and creative team announcement for 71 Coltman Street at Hull Truck Theatre
Hull Truck Theatre kicks off an exciting 50th Anniversary Year in 2022, presenting its own headline production, a riotous new comedy by Richard Bean (The Hypocrite, One Man, Two Guvnors), with music by musician, writer and comedy actor Richard Thomas (Jerry Springer The Opera).
Continue readingMessaging service extended as visiting restrictions continue
Chaplains will continue delivering messages and get well wishes to patients in hospital.
Continue reading‘That’s Entertainment’ with jam on top
Hull Theatres are set to see the return of three fantastic music events with the very best of Mod and Ska music, a Christmas shindig, and an unforgettable experience.
Continue readingGreen Ginger Digital shortlisted for two awards
After only two years of trading, Green Ginger Digital, a performance marketing agency based in Hull’s Old Town, has been shortlisted for two categories at the 2022 Northern Digital Awards.
Continue readingLittle Owls needs your support
The new year brings new opportunities and the chance to join a fantastic team at Little Owls Day Nursery, a unique Hull-based nursery owned and run by well-loved local charity Dove House Hospice.
Continue readingVeterans charity receives support from local retailer
Visitors to a nature-based veterans’ charity will receive a smarter welcome in the future after a donation by a Hull-based flooring retailer.
Continue readingHymers to offer pre-school to sixth form education from September 2022
For the first time in its 129-year history, Hymers will be providing the complete educational experience from Pre-School to Sixth Form. From September 2022, Hessle Mount School will become Hymers Hessle Mount. Together they will form one School, on two sites with one clear vision.
Continue readingHull and East Yorkshire Mind shortlisted for the 2022 HSJ Partnership Awards
Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is delighted to announce that they have been shortlisted for Best Not for Profit Working in Partnership with the NHS at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2022 for their work with the Humber, Coast and Vale Health and Care Partnership in supporting local people bereaved or affected by suicide.
Continue readingTalented Hull artist to honour efforts of frontline workers during pandemic
A rising local artist has been commissioned by Hull City Council to produce a piece of artwork recognising the vital contribution of frontline workers during the pandemic.
Continue readingCalling all artists – designs invited for Puffins Galore!
2022 will be the year of the Puffin, as 40 artist-decorated Puffins land at coastal towns and attractions from Flamborough to Spurn Point as well as inland towns and villages of East Yorkshire.
Continue readingBumper crowd welcomes new season at Hull Independent Cinema
An audience of 150 film lovers welcomed the January to March 2022 season of films at Hull Independent Cinema in fine style on Thursday 6 January.
Continue readingHull Truck Theatre’s 50th Anniversary Season kicks off with something for everyone to enjoy
Hull Truck Theatre kicks off an exciting programme of work for January and February, welcoming visiting companies and a mix of drama, comedy, family shows, music and presenting our own headline anniversary production, 71 Coltman Street.
Continue readingSign up to a Dove House event in January and save up to 30% off the regular registration price
During the full month of January, Dove House are running a sale with up to 30% off the registration price for multiple events.
Continue readingIdeal Heating announces state-of-the-art training centre for renewable energy at Bridgehead business park
Hull-based Ideal Heating has announced a new, £1 million state-of-the-art training centre focusing on renewable energy.
Continue readingLaw firm bolsters top-ranked commercial property team with new Associate
A specialist commercial property solicitor who worked across the north of England after graduating from the University of Hull has returned to the city as an Associate with leading law firm Rollits LLP.
Continue readingLivewire line-up will get the party started at HullBID Awards
Hull city centre businesses will be the stars of the show when HullBID presents its 2022 awards next month, with top quality entertainment from local favourites including a HullBID retailer which first opened its doors more than 160 years ago.
Continue readingNew service launches to help individuals to improve their mental health
Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is working with Hull City Council on a new project to support individuals and employers in Hull. The new Work Well project, which officially launched last month, will help individuals to improve their mental health, raise aspirations and achieve personal goals.
Continue readingHull business launches Yodha, the world’s first connected health platform
Innovative platform launches to provide employees with a cost-effective wellbeing programme which accounts for all of the individual wellbeing needs of a diverse workforce.
Continue readingMBE for business leader working to increase international trade by bringing stability to the world’s trouble spots
The head of an East Yorkshire business which works globally to help governments tackle challenges including pandemics, terrorism, corruption, war crimes and modern slavery has been awarded an MBE for services to international trade.
Continue readingRollits 180: “It’s about always looking forward”
We’re delighted to be working with Rollits to create a series of heritage articles that celebrate the law firm’s 180th anniversary. This time we had a chat with Pat Coyle, Director of Marketing and Client Relations.
Continue readingFor Entrepreneurs Only give the gift of theatre to Butterflies Memory Loss Support Group
Local business group For Entrepreneurs Only have supported members of the Butterflies Memory Loss Support Group to attend The Railway Children, through Hull Truck Theatre’s Give The Gift of Theatre Scheme.
Continue readingNHS Recovery College to offer courses online
As the new year takes hold, the NHS Recovery College has a wide range of courses, podcasts and sessions available.
Continue readingChampionship snooker returns to the Bonus Arena next week
The Ways Facilities Management UK Seniors Snooker Championship takes place 4-7 January 2022 and will see the likes of Jimmy White, Stephen Hendry, Ken Doherty, Cliff Thorburn, John Parrott and tournament champion Michael Judge battle for the title.
Continue readingHow to save for your first home
Thinking of starting to save up to buy your first home? Put off by rising house prices and daunted by how much you need to save? You’re not alone.
Continue readingWhy the new year is the perfect time to outsource your payroll
With the new year approaching and resolution-making high on our list, a Hull and East Yorkshire Payroll specialist says it’s the perfect opportunity for businesses to streamline their day-to-day tasks and outsource their payroll.
Continue readingBrand agency embraces the metaverse to create next-gen apprenticeships
DA Creative Studio is a disruptive brand agency that hasn’t allowed the pandemic to decelerate its ambitious plans for ongoing growth. Over the last two years, CEO and Creative Director, Calvin Innes, has adopted the latest technologies and ways of working to enable the agency to expand into other cities in 2022.
Continue readingLatus Health gives employees five paid ‘Give Back’ days per year
Hull-based Latus Health has implemented a new initiative encouraging employees to give back to their local communities, friends and colleagues by offering paid volunteer time off. Latus Health’s mission seeks to improve lives, whether that’s the lives of their employees or those of the wider community.
Continue readingRollits 180: For some local charities, Rollits is “a lifeboat during turbulent times”
We’re delighted to be working with Rollits to create a series of heritage articles that celebrate the law firm’s 180th anniversary. This time we had a chat with representatives from two of its chosen charities.
Continue readingTemporary Hull Trains timetable to be introduced from 27 December
Hull Trains will introduce a reduced timetable as customer demand changes because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull Christmas card competition highlights importance of pets during pandemic
The importance of pets to boost our wellbeing during the pandemic has been highlighted in the University of Hull’s annual Christmas card competition for local schools.
Continue readingShining a light on reflective vehicle branding
With the shortest – and darkest – day of the year finally here, and Christmas just around the corner, Yorkshire vehicle branding company Brandfixx has the solution to ensure fleets travelling the UK’s roads and motorways get maximum brand exposure, despite the reduced daylight hours.
Continue readingSanta to deliver magical Christmas Eve message to region’s children
Children excitedly awaiting the arrival of Father Christmas will be able to hear from the big man himself this Friday. Santa Claus will be taking […]
Continue reading“I can’t wait to hear the orchestra again”: Guest artists look forward to Opera North’s New Year celebrations in Hull
Celebrating Opera North’s return to full-scale live performance and seeing out a difficult year with high hopes for the next, the company’s award-winning Orchestra will be joined by Italian-Turkish conductor Nil Venditti and Irish soprano Máire Flavin for a Viennese Whirl concert at Hull City Hall on Friday 31 December.
Continue readingICC garden to bloom in memory of Jean Bishop
Citycare was recently joined by Environmental & Management Solutions Yorkshire (EMS) to create a memorial garden in memory of Hull’s iconic Bee Lady at the Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre (ICC).
Continue readingDunelm superstore to open with festive fanfare at Flemingate
The new Dunelm superstore at Beverley’s Flemingate centre will open this week with music, free food and drink, competitions and giveaways, and a visit from Father Christmas.
Continue readingThree more leading businesses partner with Ron Dearing UTC to open up exciting opportunities for students
Three more leading businesses have teamed up with Hull’s employer-led school to open up further exciting opportunities for students and help shape their potential future employees.
Continue readingMessaging service will reassure patients their loved ones are thinking of them
Hospital chaplains will be taking Christmas messages out to patients over the next few weeks as visiting restrictions continue.
Continue readingTheatre review: Rapunz’ull
Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Rapunz’ull at Social on Humber Street.
Continue readingTheatre review: Frost Hollow Hall
Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Frost Hollow Hall at East Riding Theatre.
Continue readingBrandfixx is delivering Christmas cheer with festive van design
Brandfixx, a vehicle branding firm based in Hull, is delivering the gift of unique seasonal cheer by transforming one of its vans into Santa’s sleigh using their revolutionary vehicle branding product.
Continue readingNo chimney? No problem!
Local housebuilder gives ‘magic keys’ to children so that Santa can visit this Christmas.
Continue reading“Unit symbolises the future of critical care”
The award-winning local start-up behind Hull’s new £8m Intensive Care Unit.
Continue readingHull New Theatre receives defibrillator donation
Hull New Theatre is the latest venue in the City to benefit from the donation of life saving equipment in memory of a father of four who tragically died.
Continue readingImages reveal how iconic murals will feature as part of £96m Albion Square development
New images have revealed how two historic murals could be preserved and exhibited as part of the £96m Albion Square development.
Continue readingLost City Adventure Golf creates Christmas cocktails for Mission Christmas fundraiser
Lost City Adventure Golf, based in St Stephen’s Shopping Centre in Hull, is set to donate £1 from each sale of its special Christmas cocktail menu to the nationwide Cash for Kids Mission Christmas campaign.
Continue readingLotus Sanctuary launches campaign to give back to those facing homelessness in Hull this Christmas
Lotus Sanctuary CIC, the community interest company specialising in housing and empowering those who are facing homelessness, is looking for gift donations in Hull for their Giving Back at Christmas campaign.
Continue readingFormer drug user says social prescribing has improved her life
A former drug user recognises her troubled past, but now says she’s in a good place and wants others to benefit from what’s on offer at an Orchard Park community hub.
Continue readingSauce develops unique health and wellbeing app for a fighting fit workforce
Smart tech specialist Sauce has teamed up with former boxing champion Tommy Coyle to develop a unique app to improve health, wellbeing and workplace performance.
Continue readingUniversity bike hire hub to boost exercise, wellbeing and carbon reduction
A new bike hire hub at the University of Hull will provide “exercise, wellbeing and carbon reduction” benefits to students and the city.
Continue readingCadent and Equinor announce plans to develop a hydrogen town concept in Lincolnshire
The Humber could be the location for one of the world’s first low carbon Hydrogen Towns within the decade, after Cadent and Equinor joined forces to realise this ambition.
Continue readingPCC launches Christmas campaign to prevent domestic abuse
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for Humberside has launched a media campaign, running across Christmas and New Year, aimed at preventing domestic abuse.
Continue readingSurprise the Springsteen fan in your life this Christmas
Springsteen fans are in for a treat when Pocklington Arts Centre kick starts the New Year with a live show by Bootleg Boss.
Continue readingHoliday home manufacturer achieves recertification against renowned health and safety standard
East Yorkshire holiday home manufacturer Victory Leisure Homes has successfully achieved recertification against one of the world’s most recognised health and safety management standards.
Continue readingLife in the Grotto: An analysis of working conditions at Santa’s Workshop
December is a particularly hectic month for all kinds of businesses. Whilst retailers work around the clock to keep on top of consumer demand, most offices are filling their sales funnels so that they can hit the ground running when the new year arrives.
Continue readingLittle Monkeys (of Active+) to hold SEN Exclusive Christmas Party
Little Monkeys, the indoor soft play centre, which is part of Hull’s Active+ sports and leisure facility, is holding a SEN Exclusive Christmas Breakfast with Santa’s Little Helper on Wednesday 22 December, 9am–11am.
Continue readingSt Mary’s View takes shape as prime location draws buyers to beautiful Beverley
Beverley’s most desirable current development is taking shape amid growing interest from househunters.
Continue readingHGV training company wins contract to train 1,400 people as part of the Government’s HGV Skills Bootcamp project to tackle the lorry driver shortage
Mainstream Training, based in Leconfield, Hull, has won a multi-million pound Government contract to deliver free HGV driver training to those looking to become HGV lorry drivers.
Continue readingLocal landmarks and fantasy themes bring a new look to empty units
King Billy has joined King Edward and the creatures of the deep have surfaced in Whitefriargate as part of a new trail designed to entice more people into Hull city centre.
Continue readingQuickline announces two senior appointments to further strengthen executive team
Ultrafast broadband provider Quickline is pleased to announce the appointment of two leading broadband specialists to its executive team.
Continue readingGenuine Gents customers raise £178 for Movember cancer charity
Customers at Genuine Gents, the Beverley men’s hairdressers, have raised £178 for its Movember charity raffle fundraising campaign towards cancer research.
Continue readingRecognition for Hull Mental Health Support Teams at the Hull Live Golden Apples Awards
Hull Mental Health Support Teams has been recognised at the Hull Live Golden Apple awards for its work to provide mental health and wellbeing support to children, young people, parents and education staff in schools and colleges across Hull.
Continue readingHull hospitals security team earn prestigious ‘Team of the Year’ title
A hospital-based security team from Hull has received one of the profession’s highest accolades.
Continue readingIs there a doctor in the house for the boy with the big nose?
Two classic children’s stories featuring a wooden toy who dreams of becoming a boy and a dragon who doubles as an air ambulance are set to delight little ones at Hull Theatres.
Continue readingLocal trio qualify as solicitors at Rollits
Leading law firm Rollits LLP has announced the achievements of three members of its team in qualifying as solicitors.
Continue readingFood for fines: Get library fines waived and support local communities this Christmas
Hull Libraries is using a fines amnesty to support local food banks and charities this Christmas.
Continue readingCrafting project sees care home residents across Hull gifted handmade Christmas cards
People in residential homes and supporting housing facilities across Hull have been treated to a gift of some handcrafted Christmas cards and decorations this festive season.
Continue readingFeral Art School launches first exhibition at new premises
Hull’s Feral Art School is set to open its first art exhibition at its new City centre premises. The show opens on the ground floor of the former Co-operative bank. It showcases recent work in painting and mixed media created by seven artists who work in their first floor studios as part of a new initiative.
Continue readingLocal family share why they are supporting Dove House’s Light up a Life
Light up a Life is a wonderful opportunity for hospice supporters and the wider community to remember a loved one this Christmas. Dove House Hospice welcomes everyone, regardless of how long ago your loved one died and whether or not they received hospice care, to take part in this unique appeal.
Continue readingStill foxy at fifty
Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett will mark the 50th anniversary of the band’s legendary record Foxtrot with a stunning live performance of the whole album at Hull City Hall.
Continue readingLocal holiday homes manufacturer donates Christmas presents to families in need
Victory Leisure Homes, the East Yorkshire holiday homes manufacturer, has donated various Christmas treats to local family crisis intervention charity Bundles of Joy to support vulnerable families over the festive period.
Continue readingLocal company is crowned ‘5 Star Employer’
For the second year in row Home Instead Beverley and Hull has been declared a ‘5 star’ employer, showing that care is a worthwhile career path to take. The home care company’s employees have commended the company for factors such as top quality training opportunities and supportive leadership.
Continue readingGrowing college moves into restored Flemingate House
An historic building in Beverley has undergone major refurbishment and restoration work to enable a growing college to expand its operations in the town.
Continue readingComedian Kevin Bridges has added a second show in Hull to his 2022 UK tour
With the original show on Saturday 13 August 2022 almost sold out already, Kevin will also visit Hull on Friday 12 August 2022.
Continue readingFormer smokers get behind positive campaign to help people with long-term health conditions
A campaign has been created with health professionals and former smokers in Hull living with long term health conditions to emphasise the positives of quitting smoking and how it can help you enjoy the things that are most important to you.
Continue readingRUN, WALK, MOVE for better mental health with ‘Step into January 2022’
Local mental health charities Hull and East Yorkshire Mind and North East Lincolnshire Mind have re-launched a campaign to encourage people across Hull, East Yorkshire and North East Lincolnshire to run, walk or move every day in January 2022, in a bid to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Continue readingTransformative Hull vehicle livery firm shortlisted for prestigious national awards
The revolutionary vehicle branding and livery firm, Brandfixx, has been shortlisted in the most prestigious, independent light commercial vehicle industry awards in the UK.
Continue readingArco colleagues create an area for wellbeing and wildlife next to National Distribution Centre
Colleagues from Acro’s Hose Division have created a space for wellbeing and wildlife on an area of disused land next to the family business’ National Distribution Centre (NDC) at Priory Park, in Hessle.
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