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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.

Images reveal how iconic murals will feature as part of £96m Albion Square development

by editor16 December 2021

New images have revealed how two historic murals could be preserved and exhibited as part of the £96m Albion Square development.

Lost 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.

Society

Lotus 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.

Society

Former 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.

Enterprise

Sauce 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.

University bike hire hub to boost exercise, wellbeing and carbon reduction

by editor15 December 202114 December 2021

A new bike hire hub at the University of Hull will provide “exercise, wellbeing and carbon reduction” benefits to students and the city.

Cadent 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.

Society

PCC 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.

Events

Surprise 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.

Enterprise

Holiday 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.

Society

Life 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.

Events

Little 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.

Enterprise

St 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.

Enterprise

HGV 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.

Local 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.

Enterprise

Quickline announces two senior appointments to further strengthen executive team

by editor13 December 202113 December 2021

Ultrafast broadband provider Quickline is pleased to announce the appointment of two leading broadband specialists to its executive team.

Genuine 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.

Society

Recognition for Hull Mental Health Support Teams at the Hull Live Golden Apples Awards

by editor13 December 202113 December 2021

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.

Society

Hull hospitals security team earn prestigious ‘Team of the Year’ title

by editor13 December 202113 December 2021

A hospital-based security team from Hull has received one of the profession’s highest accolades.

Is there a doctor in the house for the boy with the big nose?

by editor13 December 202119 December 2024

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.

Enterprise

Local trio qualify as solicitors at Rollits

by editor8 December 20218 December 2021

Leading law firm Rollits LLP has announced the achievements of three members of its team in qualifying as solicitors.

Society

Food for fines: Get library fines waived and support local communities this Christmas

by editor8 December 20218 December 2021

Hull Libraries is using a fines amnesty to support local food banks and charities this Christmas.

Society

Crafting project sees care home residents across Hull gifted handmade Christmas cards

by editor8 December 20218 December 2021

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.

Feral Art School launches first exhibition at new premises

by editor7 December 20217 December 2021

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.

Society

Local family share why they are supporting Dove House’s Light up a Life

by editor7 December 20217 December 2021

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.

Events

Still foxy at fifty

by editor7 December 20217 December 2021

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.

Local 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.

Enterprise

Local 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.

Education

Growing college moves into restored Flemingate House

by editor6 December 2021

An historic building in Beverley has undergone major refurbishment and restoration work to enable a growing college to expand its operations in the town.

Events

Comedian 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.

Society

Former 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.

Society

RUN, 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.

Enterprise

Transformative 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.

Arco colleagues create an area for wellbeing and wildlife next to National Distribution Centre

by editor6 December 20218 December 2021

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.

Give the Gift of Theatre this Christmas at Hull Truck Theatre

Throughout the year, donations to the Give the Gift of Theatre supports Hull Truck Theatre’s engagement work with local communities, particularly those experiencing disadvantage who might not otherwise be able to enjoy a transformative visit to the theatre or an opportunity to take part in the arts.

Enterprise

Hull residential property developer wins national accolade

Hull-based firm is crowned Residential Developer of the Year at the National Building and Construction Awards.

Education

University of Hull unveils new law court in honour of Dame Eleanor King

by editor6 December 2021

The University of Hull has officially unveiled its new campus law court, named in honour of its most prestigious legal alumnus.

Enterprise

First look at new images for £96m Albion Square development

New images have been revealed of Hull’s exciting and transformative £96m Albion Square development.

Society

Charity issues urgent plea for volunteers as COVID precautions ramp up

A charity playing a major role in the Covid-19 volunteer effort across Hull and the East Riding has issued a critical call for more support as restrictions tighten during the winter months.

Society

Councillors counting down to completion after behind the scenes tour of long-awaited health centre

A new health centre which waited 15 years to secure funding has now hosted a visit by local councillors as it enters the final stage of construction.

Enterprise

Billboards and brochure put small businesses in the shop window

From pocket-size pictures to big, bright billboards HullBID is helping local independent traders promote their Christmas specials to shoppers at home and on the move.

Local businesses step up to help Hull children

Local businesses have stepped forward with donations to help ensure every Hull pupil, aged eight to 16, has access to a laptop.

Enjoy festive fun in the jungle this Christmas party season

Hull-based Lost City Adventure Golf has introduced a range of new party packages for those who are looking for some adventure this Christmas season.

Enterprise

Yorkshire-based Sewell Construction promotes from within following strong year

by editor6 December 2021

Yorkshire-based construction company, Sewell Construction, is growing its team after a successful year of contract wins, with 20% of its team achieving promotions.

Enterprise

‘World class’ recognition for Sewell Group

Yorkshire-based Sewell Group has maintained its 3-Star accreditation in the UK Best Companies survey, which sees it classified as a ‘World Class’ company to work for.

Education

Boulevard Academy pupils get innovative to mark major milestone on new school extension

by editor4 December 20214 December 2021

Year nine students at The Boulevard Academy had a creative morning to celebrate the commencement of steelworks to their new school extension.

HoH Food Hall: An interview with music producer Jake Gosling

We had a chat with Jake Gosling of Sticky Studios and Goldun Egg Records about HoH Food Hall’s exciting music programme.

Theatre review: The Railway Children

by editor4 December 20214 December 2021

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

HoH Food Hall: An interview with Kathryn Shillito of HullBID

by editor3 December 20214 December 2021

As HoH Food Hall celebrates its launch weekend, we had a chat with Kathryn Shillito, Executive Director of HullBID, to find out how the organisation is supporting the rejuvenation of the historic building.

Rollits 180: “I love my job and the people I work with”

by editor2 December 20212 December 2021

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 Kerry Horton, who has been with the firm since 1993.

Introducing CATCH Apprenticeships – Your route to success

by editor1 December 202129 November 2021

Award-winning skills provider CATCH have announced that they are set to boost the prospects of young people across the Yorkshire and Humber region by offering a suite of apprenticeship standards under their new brand CATCH Apprenticeships.

Events

John Barrowman to perform in Hull in 2022

by editor30 November 202129 November 2021

John Barrowman is to visit Hull’s Bonus Arena next year as part of his UK tour.

Enterprise

Paragon Arcade bringing a festive vibe as customers shun online shopping

Sweet treats, magical music and delightful decorations all under one roof are being offered as traders in a city centre arcade pull together to make it a cracking Christmas.

New free parenting guide offered to separating families in Hull and East Yorkshire

The Family team at Rollits are pleased to be supporting Good Divorce Week (29 Nov -3 Dec), a campaign run each year by Resolution, the family justice organisation, to raise awareness of how families can separate constructively. This year the focus of Good Divorce Week is parenting through separation.

Enterprise

Latus Health to grow workforce fivefold by 2024

A Hull-based healthcare business has said that the release of its new Connected Healthcare Platform in January will create over 100 new local jobs in 2022, with expectations for its workforce to increase to over 400 by 2024.

Society

Viola Trust launches Hull Task Force calendar to commemorate 40 years since the Falklands War

Trustees behind a drive to bring the world’s oldest remaining steam trawler back to its home in Hull are commemorating another episode in the city’s proud nautical heritage as part of their campaign.

Enterprise

Brailsford backs fast-growing consultancy Trans2 Performance to support bid for 2022 Tour success

One of the biggest names in cycling who inspired unprecedented international success in Olympic velodromes and across road cycling’s biggest races has turned to a performance and management consultancy based in Hull to help his athletes stay at the front in the sport’s headline races of 2022.

Enterprise

Eon Visual Media celebrates record year of expansion

Despite the many trials and tribulations caused by the global pandemic, Eon Visual Media has managed to achieve significant growth throughout the first half of the 2021-2022 financial year.

Society

Fitmums & Friends founder wins a regional BBC Unsung Hero 2021 Award

Athletics club and charity, Fitmums & Friends is proud to announce that its founder and chief officer, Sam Barlow BEM, is a regional winner of the BBC Sports Personality of the Year’s Unsung Hero 2021 Award.

Hull care home worker wins prestigious regional award

A Hull care home worker is celebrating after winning a regional award at The Great British Care Awards.

Young children can join a new festive adventure to save Christmas at Hull Truck Theatre

by editor29 November 2021

A Great Christmas Adventure gets underway at Hull Truck Theatre between 18 – 24 December, where children aged 3 – 6 and their families join a quest to save Christmas.

Hull’s Bee Lady added to Yorkshire bus art

Bus company East Yorkshire has updated its Hull Heritage Bus to include another famous face and building.

Society

Reading with Stanley receives support through local bursary

by editor29 November 2021

Young podcasters Stanley and Shaan Singh from Hull have received funding from the Unity in Community Bursary Fund, to help produce and promote Reading with Stanley. […]

KCOM launches Christmas Wishlist to help local communities

Do you know someone who could do with a helping hand to make this Christmas one to remember?

Enterprise

Kaizen expands team to widen portfolio of client services

Kaizen Consulting, a proactive group of management accountants and business advisers in Hull, now offers project management support as a result of two new key appointments.

Enterprise

Willerby sets ‘gold standard’ to take Manufacturer of the Year crown

Holiday homes market leader Willerby has been named Manufacturer of the Year in a prestigious awards ceremony.

Ho! Ho! Ho! Head to Humber Street for festive fun

Christmas is coming to the Fruit Market with a packed day of festive fun for all the family.

Society

New multi-million pound ICU unveiled at Hull Royal Infirmary

A new £8m Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has been unveiled at Hull Royal Infirmary to treat critically ill and injured patients from all over Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire.

Enterprise

The staycation is here to stay

by editor28 November 202128 November 2021

The current spike in popularity of the staycation is here to stay, holiday homes market leader Willerby has confidently declared.

HoH Food Hall: An interview with Giuseppe Pantalone

With less than a week to go before HoH Food Hall officially opens, we spoke to the man entrusted with the mighty task of making it a genuine foodie destination.

Events

Dirty Dancing In Concert is heading to the Bonus Arena

by editor23 November 202122 November 2021

One of the most iconic 80s films of all time is coming to Hull next year.

Support Dove House Hospice with a Letter to Santa

This Christmas the children you love could receive a personalised letter from none other than Santa Claus himself.

Events

Val Wood launches new novel, Children of Fortune

Award-winning author Val Wood is set to release her latest novel on 25 November with a special launch event to be held at Waterstones, Jameson Street in Hull.

Enterprise

Humber LEP’s legacy to be celebrated at event next week

A special one-off event will take place next week celebrating everything the Humber Local Enterprise Partnership achieved in its 10 years supporting the private sector and economic growth in East Yorkshire, Hull, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire.

Arts

Artlink Hull to receive £67,213 from third round of the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund

Artlink is among 925 recipients to benefit from the latest round of awards from the Culture Recovery Fund.

Arco supports Ready, Steady, Read – helping children in Hull improve reading skills

Arco, the UK’s leading safety products and services company, is providing £5,000 of funding to the children’s reading charity Ready, Steady, Read to restart activities following the COVID-19 pandemic AND is also encouraging its colleagues to volunteer their time and support the charity as reading mentors, helping to improve the reading skills of children in the Hull area.

Enterprise

Partners strike Gold in national awards for Fruit Market regeneration

Regeneration partners Wykeland Group and Beal Homes have won national awards recognition for the remarkable transformation of the Fruit Market in Hull.

Enterprise

Office technology leader rebrands as Spectrum in drive for digital growth

Office technology business IT@Spectrum has rebranded as Spectrum to support its ambitious growth plans and mission to help companies thrive in the digital-first economy.

Events

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK: The official Series 3 tour

by editor22 November 202119 November 2021

Drag Royalty will sashay across the UK next autumn for The Series Three Tour of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.

Concrete Youth to re-release Offie-nominated Winter Wonderland for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities

Concrete Youth has announced that it will re-release their hit, online, multi-sensory theatre production this winter, due to overwhelming demand.

Society

Local health and wellbeing service launches Christmas shoe box appeal

by editor19 November 2021

The Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust YOURhealth service is teaming up with partners in the East Riding to launch a shoe box appeal.

Society

West Hull Health Hub set to benefit thousands of patients as building completed

An £8 million pioneering health hub built to benefit thousands of patients in west Hull has been completed and is just weeks away from opening.

Society

Chiron Medal for Hull’s Dr Eirini Kasfiki

Dr Kasfiki’s contribution to medical education has earned her this prestigious Royal College award.

Society

Local NHS Trust chosen as one of three nationally to pilot new programme to drive forward digital transformation in mental health services

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has been selected as one of only three Trusts nationally to participate in the NHSX Digital Aspirant Plus (DA+) programme for mental health and community services.

Artist delves into Hull’s rich archives for new exhibition

Books and items buried deep in the archives of Hull Libraries will be the focus of a new exhibition delving into the city’s rich history.

Events

Extraordinary comedy duo head to Hull

Hull Theatres has today announced two extraordinary shows will be heading to its venues, Hull City Hall and Hull New Theatre in the coming months.

Enterprise

Prestigious double award shortlisting announced for Hull interior design, fit-out and furnishing firm

Chameleon Business Interiors – the interior design, fit-out and furnishing firm based at Hull’s Humber Quays – has reached the final stages of a prestigious industry awards in not one but two competitive categories.

Nibble opens sister takeaway to serve growing Fruit Market community

A hugely popular eatery in Hull’s thriving Fruit Market has opened a new takeaway outlet to serve the rapidly growing community of workers in the area.

Society

“Road safety heroes saved my son’s life and we’ll be forever grateful, but nobody can turn back the clock to make life easier for Lewis”

When Lewis Foster was knocked off his motorbike two years ago he faced a massive battle for survival –one he certainly wouldn’t have won without road safety heroes in the form of Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Enterprise

Hull-based green cleaning company expanding with new 32,000sqft site

Hull-based green cleaning company Bio-D has announced its relocation to a new 32,000sqft site after seeing a significant rise in demand for its range of eco friendly cleaning products.

The Railway Children: An interview with Mark Babych and Mike Kenny