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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

by editor18 November 202118 November 2021

We can’t wait to see The Railway Children at Hull Truck Theatre. In this interview with Mark Babych (Director) and Mike Kenny (Playwright), we find out how E Nesbit’s classic tale has been transformed into a wonderfully fun and festive show that’s perfect for all the family.

Rollits 180: “If it’s got a plug on it, we look after it”

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 Mike Wasling, Director of Information and Technology.

Hull Truck Theatre celebrates its incredible history and looks to the future for 50th anniversary season

by editor18 November 202117 November 2021

Hull Truck Theatre has announced a landmark year-long programme to mark its 50th anniversary in 2022, putting the theatre’s past, present and future in the spotlight. Specially commissioned plays will celebrate the journey from its radical roots to becoming one of the UK’s most innovative regional theatres.

HoH Food Hall: An interview with Neil Harris of Bug Vinyl Records

by editor18 November 202118 November 2021

Neil of Bug Vinyl Records shares a peek into the role acoustic music will play at HoH Food Hall.

Enterprise

HullBID announces details of 2022 awards

by editor17 November 2021

Businesses throughout Hull city centre are gearing up for a night to remember after a year to forget as Hull Business Improvement District returns with its annual awards.

Heritage

Volunteers become official White Badge tour guides to showcase maritime city

A group of volunteers who dedicate their time to the Hull Maritime project have become accredited White Badge Tour Guides.

Enterprise

HEY LEP welcomes UAE delegates to Humber Tech Week to discuss collaboration between the region and Dubai

In the week preceding International Trade Week, Tech Week Humber 2021 and Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (HEY LEP) welcomed headline partners Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) to Hull.

Environment

Hull Hospitals make bold pledge to reach net zero by 2030

by editor17 November 2021

Hospitals in Hull are looking to beat government targets for carbon reduction and become net zero by 2030.

Society

WISHH National Elf Service Appeal returns for 2021

A charity appeal to ensure hospital patients could still enjoy Christmas despite the Covid pandemic is being repeated this year after being billed a roaring success in 2020.

Enterprise

Beal inspires budding tennis stars as funding extended

Up to 2,000 children will be given the chance to experience tennis coaching for the first time thanks to continued sponsorship from family-run housebuilder Beal Homes.

Events

Support for local traders as KCOM’s Christmas Market returns

Local traders will receive an online boost this festive season as KCOM’s Christmas Market returns for a second year.

Events

Christmas & Cobwebs at Burton Constable Hall & Grounds

Burton Constable’s popular behind the scenes tour ‘Cobwebs & Cream Teas’ is back just in time for Christmas, alongside all of the festive splendour a ‘Country House at Christmas’ has to offer.

Society

Rudolph Run – The most successful year yet

The support this year for Dove House Hospice’s Rudolph Run has been outstanding across nurseries and primary schools across Hull and East Yorkshire. Thousands of […]

Enterprise

Youth Enterprise Award winners announced at virtual awards evening

Hull City Council in partnership with Hull Culture and Leisure (HC&L), Engaging Education, C4DI and Dave Bower of Design over Technology Ltd brought to Hull a virtual international audience to celebrate enterprising young people in the city and those that support them from the public, private and voluntary sectors.

Busking-in-the-Bar returns to Pocklington Arts Centre

Busking in the Bar is back at Pocklington Arts Centre with the award winning venue announcing a string of free live music events featuring some of the region’s best emerging artists.

Enterprise

Nutritionist and pilates instructor opens new studio in the Avenues

A new pilates studio has opened on Princes Avenue in Hull.

Enterprise

Howden Football Club kicks off grand opening of new show homes

by editor15 November 2021

Aspiring footballers have held a “keepy-uppy countdown” to mark the opening of brand-new show homes at five-star housebuilder Lovell Homes’ brand-new development, Saddlers Grange, in Howden.

Local housebuilder celebrates the success of its apprenticeship scheme

Barratt Developments Yorkshire East is celebrating the success of its Apprenticeship Scheme as seven new apprentices begin their careers with the housebuilder.

Enterprise

New occupiers move into landmark Beverley building following £550,000 transformation

A landmark office building in Beverley is now a bustling hub of business and learning following a successful restoration, remodelling and refurbishment programme.

Puffins Galore for East Yorkshire businesses

by editor15 November 202117 November 2021

Sir John Lawton, President of Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, will be launching the sponsorship drive to recruit East Yorkshire businesses to get involved with Puffins Galore!

Sport

Why does Harry Maguire get so much stick from fans and pundits?

Football can change in an instant. Harry Maguire knows all about it because his journey typifies the rollercoaster ride of professional sports. The former Hull City man established himself on the east coast before being snapped up by Leicester. After a miracle Premier League campaign in 2016, Maguire’s career went from strength to strength.

Hull hosts UK public film premiere of ‘One Summer When You Went Away’

Hull is to host the UK public film premiere of the internationally-award winning feature One Summer When You Went Away in the city’s Old Town next Friday evening, 19 November.

Heritage

Director of Royal Museums Greenwich visits Hull to see transformational maritime project

A high-profile leader in the UK museum world has visited the city, following a request to find out more about the Hull Maritime project and the ambitious plans to bring the city’s maritime heritage to life.

Events

The prince of pooches makes an offer you can’t refuse

The ‘Don of Dogs’ Graeme Hall will lead the way as he brings his wisdom, charm and puppy prowess to Hull City Hall next spring.

Hull Philharmonic brings classics back to City Hall in concert of glorious favourites

A collection of concert favourites chosen by audience and players will mark the return of live classical music to Hull City Hall this month.

Society

Tesco food helps to support 100 Hull locals each week

Residents across Hull are being supported with a community Swap Shop thanks to its local Tesco Community Food Connection Scheme.

Society

Hospital team completing £60m of projects to improve patient care

They are the heroes in hard hats, playing a vital role in improving health care for patients across East Yorkshire.

Society

British Science Association announces research funding for 12 Hull community projects

The British Science Association has announced that it will be funding 12 community projects in Hull as part of its new Ideas Fund programme.

Members of the public invited back to hear latest updates on Yorkshire Energy Park

Following a series of Public Information events in September, members of the public are being invited to see more detailed plans for the Yorkshire Energy Park site ahead of planning submissions in December.

Events

Extra show added to PAC panto

Tickets for Pocklington Arts Centre’s Cracking Christmas panto Mother Goose have been flying out the door so the award winning venue has added an extra show.

The Culture Train tour rolls into St Mary’s on Saturday 27th November

by editor13 November 2021

The Culture Train Tour 2021 is once again bringing a taste of the Hull music scene to communities in East Yorkshire after being derailed by the pandemic in 2020.

University of Hull’s racing car ‘going green’ with electric conversion

A racing car team run by students at the University of Hull is to convert its vehicle to run from electricity.

Enterprise

Beal comes home to Holderness for latest luxury development

by editor13 November 2021

Bespoke housebuilder Beal Homes is returning to its roots for its latest exclusive development.

Department for Education grant gives green light to Ron Dearing UTC expansion

Hull’s employer-led school, Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC), is delighted to have received approval and funding for exciting expansion plans.

Society

Fitmums & Friends begins project to help children and young people cope with bereavement

Local charity, Fitmums & Friends, has teamed up with the Humber Forest School and the University of Hull to develop an innovative programme of support for children and young people who are experiencing bereavement.

Society

Did you know you don’t need a permit to shop at Dove House’s Re-Use shop?

by editor11 November 202111 November 2021

The Re-Use Shop is located next to the Humberfield Household Waste Recycling Centre Site in Hessle and is open to the general public seven days a week. Despite permits being introduced for East Riding to be able to use local Waste Recycling Centre’s, you don’t need one to shop at Dove House’s Re-Use shop.

Enterprise

DA Creative Studio appoints new management team to drive further growth

DA Creative Studio has enjoyed continuous growth over the last year, as the disruptive marketing and PR agency’s reputation for delivering high-impact campaigns has seen them attract the attention of several new high-profile clients.

An interview with HoH Food Hall’s Head Chef

by editor9 November 202116 November 2021

We had a chat with Arron Edwards of HoH Food Hall to find out what his teams have in store for our tastebuds.

Enterprise

Sessions Spa welcomes new owners, following sale from Georgina and Jimi Parkinson

by editor7 November 20217 November 2021

Sessions, the North East’s premier spa for beauty and hair, based in New Walk Beverley, has been sold by Georgina and Jimi Parkinson to Rhona McLeod and Ian Richardson for an undisclosed sum.

Ron Dearing UTC students equipped with cutting-edge robotics skills to increase career opportunities

Student engineers of the future are learning crucial robotics skills to give them the edge for exciting career opportunities and fill an increasing national industry skills gap.

Hull sporting charity delivers almost £4m in social benefits over past two years

by editor6 November 2021

A report by social value specialists at Loop into the social benefits of the sporting programmes run by the Tigers Sport and Education Trust has revealed that the charity has created more than £3.5m worth of benefits for the local community.

Events

Hull royalty and a cast of Queenz head to Hull Theatres

by editor6 November 2021

The music and life of a Hull legend and tunes from the very best pop princesses will be celebrated in two very different shows at Hull Theatres next year.

Enterprise

Women at the top in global technology to tackle “dismal” diversity figures

Women at the top of the global technology industry will seize the opportunities presented by an event in Hull to tackle the “dismal” figures for diversity in the sector.

World premieres and a celebration of jazz icons – Hull Jazz Festival returns to Hull Truck Theatre in November

Hull Jazz Festival returns to Hull Truck Theatre from 10-13 November, celebrating jazz icons from the past 100 years alongside a spotlight on new music, with a strong focus on its home city.

Society

Celebrate and remember your loved one this Christmas with Dove House Hospice

Light up a Life is a wonderful opportunity for hospice supporters and the wider community to gather together to share stories and fond memories.

Arts

East Yorkshire artist’s much-loved sculpture finds permanent home at Castle Hill Hospital

A much-loved sculpture created by a popular local artist is set to bring comfort to patients after finding a permanent home at Castle Hill Hospital.

Society

Help for school students who are using or living in a household with alcohol and drug issues

A charity is shining a spotlight on the issue of alcohol and drug use amongst young people and/or when they are affected by others at home.

Simon Cooper exhibition opens at Pocklington Arts Centre

Over 100 people including civic dignitaries, music fans and art lovers have gathered at Pocklington Arts Centre to celebrate the opening of the venue’s new exhibition by illustrator Simon Cooper.

Society

“Be kind, Be Helpful, Be Patient-Centred”: Hull’s Parkinson’s Hub wins grand prize award at national industry awards

by editor5 November 20215 November 2021

A team of doctors, nurses, therapists and social care staff has been named the UK Parkinson’s Excellence Network’s inaugural ‘winner of winners’ with the Excellence […]

The time for climate action is now

At COP26, a powerful, new climate change mural will be unveiled on the side of the Scottish Opera Production Studios, Edington Street thanks to the Hull-based art and activism program, The Shorelines Project.

Hessle Theatre Company panto characters all at sea when they visit Escape Hull

by editor4 November 202112 November 2021

After spending 2020 on shore leave, Hessle Theatre Company are ready to set sail on the high seas with festive fun and frolics in their hilarious pantomime, ‘Robinson Crusoe’ at Hessle Town Hall this Christmas.

£100,000 of grants handed out in first year of Hull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme

by editor4 November 20219 November 2021

Hull City Council has provided almost £100,000 in grants in the first year of the Hull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme, which helps businesses in the city become more energy efficient and save money.

Full cast announced as The Railway Children steams into Hull this Christmas

This Christmas, E Nesbit’s classic story The Railway Children will steam into Hull and onto the stage at Hull Truck Theatre from Friday 26 November 2021 – Sunday 2 January 2022.

The Hull Vigil reaches six-month mark in the year-long event

On Wednesday 3 November at sunset, The Hull Vigil reached the half-way point. Starting on 3 May 2021 and finishing on 3 May 2022, every day at sunrise and sunset a vigil keeps watch over Hull from a bespoke structure located on top of the Hull College building.

Environment

COP26 Global Day of Action event in Hull’s Trinity Square

Green groups in Hull will gather in Trinity Square between 10am and 2pm on Saturday 6 November, as tens of thousands march and rally in Glasgow and London.

Enterprise

Barratt Developments Yorkshire East raises over £25k for SASH

Local housebuilder Barratt Developments Yorkshire East has raised an impressive £25,300 in support of its charity of the year for 2021, Safe and Sound Homes (SASH), with a donation also being made to Sepsis UK in honour of the division’s former Managing Director, Paul Newman.

Enterprise

Thousands of Squid Game-style recruitment cards found across Hull

Thousands of Squid Game-style recruitment cards have been mysteriously placed around Hull to hire people for in-demand warehouse, logistics and FCMG jobs.

Paragon fleet helping to cut carbon emissions

As well as boasting the most modern and innovative trains on the UK rail network, Hull Trains now has some of the most environmentally friendly.

Enterprise

EYG says its many long-serving employees are the key to 50 years of continuous success

The managing director of Hull-based EYG Group says the secret to its success has been retaining many long-serving members of staff who ‘care deeply about […]

Society

Hull Parkinson’s Hub scoops prestigious national awards

Doctors, nurses, therapists and social care staff working together to help people with Parkinson’s disease in Hull have won two major prizes for outstanding excellence […]

Events

Loudhailer Electric Company + Goodnight Vincent early bird tickets available until 5th November

Loudhailer Electric Company are delighted to announce their first hometown gig of the year. The band will showcase their original psychedelic sounds at O’Rileys on Friday 10 December.

HoH Food Hall is a vibrant addition to the city

HoH Food Hall is an exciting new concept in the heart of the Hammonds building, which combines a vibrant collection of dining, organic grocery, retail, food, music and art offerings including artisanal food and beverage stations.

Enterprise

Tech skills start-up to broaden its reach with new training centre

A trio of tech businesses which were set up to drive the development of digital businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire have secured a prime city centre site as the home for a technology education and training centre.

Enterprise

Rollits team reinforces wills and probate expertise and steps up to raise funds for hospice

A leading law firm has reinforced the confidence of clients in its will and probate team with all five specialist solicitors now appointed to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

Tech breakfast to focus on tourism sector

Technology and tourism will come together at a networking breakfast which will launch Tech Expo, the centrepiece of next week’s Tech Week Humber global technology festival.

Arts

87 Gallery secures Art Fund Reimagine Grant

Art Fund, the national charity for art, has announced that it has awarded £658,331 in the first round of £2 million Reimagine grants for 2021. Artlink Hull ’87 Gallery’ is one of 22 museums, galleries, historic homes, trusts, and professional networks across Britain to receive support.

University of Hull launches Film&Media Saturday Club

The University of Hull, supported by the Ferens Education Trust, has launched a free Film&Media Saturday Club for 13–16-year-olds in the local community as part of the National Saturday Club’s nationwide network.

Howden children’s creativity “set in stone” at Lovell development

Decorative stones designed by local children have taken pride of place at Lovell Homes’ development in Howden, as the countdown to the launch of its beautiful three- and four-bedroom show homes on 12 November begins.

Heritage

Hull historians launch new project collecting stories of the past 80 years in the city

A team of Hull historians have launched a new project to collect stories and memories of Hull in the last 80 years – and they need your help.

University of Hull creates a new bike loaning system

A new bike hub has been made available at the University of Hull. The initiative was the result of a partnership between the University and the local vehicle livery and decal firm, Brandfixx.

Arts

#WeMadeThis shortlisted for Creative Lives Award

#WeMadeThis and those who work with the organisation to make projects happen have been shortlisted for a Creative Lives Award 2021.

Arts

Songwriter Andrew Thomas to release his new single “Goodbye (To Life on the Inside)”

Taken from the album Backs Against the Wall, “Goodbye (To Life on the Inside)” is the follow up to Andrew Thomas’s last single “South Padre […]

Enterprise

Growing East Yorkshire firm established as a UK leader in hi-tech horticulture launches apprenticeship programme to recruit ‘technically minded’ local graduates

A successful East Yorkshire business which has risen to prominence in the hi-tech horticultural sector through its work on multi-million pound projects has launched a new apprenticeship programme aimed at local graduates.

Enterprise

Agencia enhances health and justice capabilities as it approaches milestone year

A company from East Yorkshire which delivers transformational health and justice projects is drawing on the lessons of its work during Covid to sharpen its offer to customers internationally as it approaches its 25th year.

Hull Independent Cinema returns with new film season

Hull Independent Cinema has announced its return with its first season of films since shutting down because of Covid in March 2019.

Hull’s employer-led school celebrates third year of positive destinations for sixth form students

Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has recorded a clean sweep of positive destinations for its sixth form students for the third consecutive year.

Enterprise

Tech festival attracts global brands and big investors to the Humber

A festival of technology which was only launched two years ago is about to make a return as a global gathering with industry leaders jetting in from the United States and the Middle East to highlight Hull and Humber’s worldwide connections.

Hedon Museum celebrates 25th anniversary

by editor27 October 202128 October 2021

Hedon Museum has been open 25 years and to celebrate the Society is holding competitions so everyone in the area can get involved.

Theatre review: The Catch

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on The Catch at East Riding Theatre.

“It’s so humbling and rewarding to be part of a family’s journey”

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 John Lane, who has seen the firm adapt and evolve enormously over the years.

The Shorelines Project heads to Glasgow for COP26 talks

Organisers of Hull’s Shorelines Project will speak at the UN Climate Change Conference and start conversations about taking action against flood risk.

Hull Truck Theatre announces world premiere of origin story to launch 50th anniversary programme

Hull Truck Theatre has announced the world premiere of a specially commissioned new play, inspired by the real-life story of the theatre’s creation. Written by Richard Bean and directed by Mark Babych, the production will launch the theatre’s 50th anniversary programme in 2022.

‘Dress to kill’ this Halloween at Lost City Adventure Golf

The best-dressed ghosts and ghouls in Hull will be rewarded with a free game of golf this weekend at Lost City Adventure Golf.

Enterprise

Easy Bathrooms taps into The Trade Yard network for latest expansion