We all want to be in control of our money, but figuring out how to get there can feel a bit like guesswork. Fortunately, you don’t have to be Martin Lewis to make it happen.
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How to navigate the first steps of a divorce
Divorce is not something anybody plans for. It’s an emotional and potentially devastating event that can feel like being forced into a new life you didn’t ask for.
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My dad was very unwell when I was growing up. He’d taken me to the doctor’s and was told him I was fine but encouraged him to get himself checked out.
Continue readingWhat every building manager must know about life safety assets
In the modern era of complex, high-density architecture, the role of the building manager has become immeasurably more demanding and, at the same time, more vital.
Continue readingRocky Horror Show returns to Hull next month
Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical the Rocky Horror Show heads to Hull New Theatre from 14 – 19 July with more fun and naughtiness guaranteed.
Continue readingThe REYTAs return for 15th year to shine a light on remarkable tourism businesses
Tourism businesses across Hull and East Yorkshire are being called to celebrate their success and shine on a regional – and potentially national – stage, as the Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs) return for their milestone 15th year.
Continue readingArco’s net zero targets receive validation from Science Based Targets Initiative
Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has become the safety industry’s first participant in the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) carbon reduction model, paving the way towards its net zero aim.
Continue readingConnexin named in The Capsule B-Corp 30: Sustainable Scale-ups to Watch in 2025
UK based smart technology and digital connectivity specialist, Connexin has officially been named in The Capsule B-Corp 30 2025. This list celebrates 30 standout UK-based B Corporations who are pushing boundaries, pioneering innovation, driving positive change, and championing what it means to be a B Corp.
Continue readingModern Man’s Health Handbook – Healthy in Hull from the gym to the bedroom
Find out how men in Hull can enhance their body and mind, as well as their confidence inside and beyond the bedroom. From workouts and diets to sexual wellbeing and ED remedies, it covers all the topics that modern men are interested in.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery partners with local running club to host trail races
A Yorkshire Wolds brewery and a Bridlington running club are partnering for a third time to host two trail races in September.
Continue readingRound-Britain charity hiker reaches 3,000 miles in year-long walk
Tracey Howe walked over the Humber Bridge this week to reach the 3,000-mile mark in her round-Britain hike.
Continue readingCouncil to trial new City Explorer cycle sessions during Bike Week
With summer arriving, Hull City Council will be hosting a series of free training and guided ride sessions around the city to help people learn the necessary skills, boost their confidence and encourage them to cycle more.
Continue readingDesigner to put city on the style map with Hull Fashion Week
A clothing design entrepreneur is spearheading plans to stage an annual Hull Fashion Week.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire attraction scoops prestigious national visitor experience accolade
A small East Yorkshire farm with a big heart has put the region on the national tourism map after winning one of the UK’s most prestigious visitor experience awards.
Continue readingStreaming ahead of the competition: MS3 sweeps the board at UK Fibre Awards
Setting a new company record, MS3 Networks – the ultrafast full-fibre network provider – has been named as winners of four UK Fibre Awards and received highly commended recognition in a further three categories.
Continue readingFuture Parliament programme returns this summer, inspiring Hull’s next generation of political leaders
A pioneering political education programme that aims to empower Hull’s next generation of leaders is returning this summer following a successful debut last year.
Continue readingYoung visionaries and regional leaders unite at The Business Day in pan-Humber showcase
The power of pan-Humber partnership to empower emerging leaders and tackle the region’s biggest challenges was showcased at a prominent business conference.
Continue readingHull Truck Theatre launches new fund in honour of founder
Hull Truck Theatre is proud to announce the launch of the Mike Bradwell New Work Fund to honour the legacy of the theatre’s pioneering founder who sadly died on Monday 7 April 2025. With the blessing of his family, the fund has been established to invest in the next generation of great plays, championing local talent and pushing boundaries.
Continue readingSiemens Mobility volunteers give back to make a difference to Goole community
Team members at Siemens Mobility’s Goole Rail Village are helping to make a lasting difference to the community by volunteering and fundraising for local good causes.
Continue readingHullBID marks its Humber Business Week dinner milestone with a celebration of major hotel investment and a new business launch
HullBID celebrated Humber Business Week at its annual Inspiring People dinner by highlighting a major refurbishment of a city centre hotel and the launch of a new, independent accountancy business.
Continue readingEx-boxer tells how his health and wellbeing business has learned lessons from the fruit market
A Commonwealth champion whose final fight was in the most famous boxing arena of them all made his theatrical bow as he shared his life story with a Humber Business Week audience.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire creative agency Sowden & Sowden adds to growing team after major client wins
Hessle-based creative marketing agency Sowden & Sowden continues its growth trajectory with the appointment of two new team members – bolstering its digital and social offering after a string of client wins and contract renewals.
Continue readingLovell supports Springhead Primary School’s new sensory garden
Lovell is continuing its commitment to the local community with a new partnership with Springhead Primary School in Anlaby, supporting the creation of a brand-new sensory garden for pupils to enjoy.
Continue readingHull schools awarded £46,000 boost for pupils’ literacy
Primary schools in Hull have been awarded a literacy boost for their pupils by Bookmark Reading Charity, following a call-out to schools in the area.
Continue readingCabinet to consider major investment programme for city’s infrastructure
Hull City Council’s cabinet is set to review proposals for a five-year investment programme to improve and enhance Hull’s infrastructure, preserve its history and keep the city moving.
Continue readingQuickline brings technical support home to Yorkshire and strengthens customer operations with new senior role
Quickline Communications has taken a major step forward in its commitment to delivering a more local and personal customer experience by bringing its technical support operations in-house.
Continue readingEx-Calendar girl becomes Slimming World Consultant
After losing 2 stone in just 7 months and transforming her health and lifestyle, a PR expert from East Yorkshire is celebrating her new role – as a Slimming World Consultant.
Continue readingHull Truck Theatre announces Theatre of Sanctuary status
Hull Truck Theatre are proud to have been awarded ‘Theatre of Sanctuary’ Status by City of Sanctuary UK, the only theatre in the East Yorkshire and Humber area to achieve this prestigious accreditation.
Continue readingThe Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical heads to Hull New Theatre
Based on the much-loved best-selling book series by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical heads to Hull New Theatre from Wednesday 28 January to Sunday 1 February.
Continue readingRun With It Charity sees massive increase in work with special education schools
A charity which improves core educational skills in both Maths and English has recorded a huge increase in the work they do with special schools.
Continue readingHull celebrates National Fish and Chip Day with fundraiser for seafaring families in crisis
Friday 6 June 2025 marks National Fish & Chip Day – and what better way to celebrate than by tucking into some fresh fish and chips while giving back to a great cause?
Continue readingLocal entrepreneur shortlisted for national award
Will Brennand from Driffield-based Vyta Health, which runs bigvits.co.uk, is the only Yorkshire entrepreneur to be shortlisted on the EY Entrepreneur of the Year list.
Continue readingSIX makes a royal return to Hull New Theatre
Following three sell-out visits, SIX the Musical makes a triumphant return to Hull New Theatre from Tuesday 19 – Saturday 23 May 2026.
Continue readingHull eco-cleaning product company’s focus on concentrated products results in 5.7 tonne plastic saving
Eco-cleaning product manufacturer Bio-D’s focus on creating concentrated formulas for its cleaning products has saved over 5.7 tonnes of plastic from being used over the past three years.
Continue readingNew care wing opens at Saint Catherine’s Hospice in Scarborough after full refurbishment by Castle Construction
Saint Catherine’s Hospice is delighted to announce the opening of a newly refurbished care wing, offering eight much-needed respite care rooms, new patient facilities, and dedicated space for staff.
Continue readingHumber Business Week event explores unconscious bias in the workplace
We had a chat with Ed Heppel, a Partner at Wilkin Chapman Rollits, about his upcoming seminar which is free to attend.
Continue readingNext phase of water project brings boost to wildlife
Unloved green spaces have been revamped into a new park as the next phase of an exciting project to transform a city’s urban watercourses gets underway.
Continue readingHull homelessness charity marks Volunteers’ Week
Homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding marks Volunteers’ Week 2025 with an appeal for new volunteers to get involved.
Continue readingWykeland appoints new Finance Director as long-serving FD steps down
Hull-based commercial property and investment business Wykeland Group has appointed Chris Crookham as Finance Director to succeed the retiring Ian Franks.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire village gardens open for charity
Four gardens in the East Yorkshire village of Shiponthorpe will open to the public to raise money for charity on the 7th and 8th of June.
Continue readingStep into the spotlight with Pride’s Got Talent at Pride in Hull 2025
Pride in Hull is excited to announce the launch of Pride’s Got Talent, a brand-new event offering performers from across the region a unique opportunity to take centre stage at one of the city’s most celebrated and inclusive events.
Continue readingAward-winning comedian Tom Lucy brings ‘Golden Boy’ to Pocklington Arts Centre
Tom Lucy, one of the UK’s brightest comedy stars, will bring his brand-new stand-up show, Golden Boy, to Pocklington Arts Centre on Saturday 14 Mar 2026 as part of his biggest solo tour to date.
Continue readingHull Trains teams up with Yorkshire TV star for exciting new campaign
Hull Trains, the renowned open access operator, has launched a brand new marketing campaign fronted by the TV star Jack Marriner-Brown.
Continue readingHull and East Riding – Let’s Go Electric!
Residents and businesses in Hull and the East Riding can find out more about electric vehicles (EV) and sustainable transport next month as the region hosts its first EV experience event.
Continue readingIdeal Heating awarded skills funding to support industry’s transition to heat pumps
Ideal Heating has received close to £1m in funding to extend the training it provides to support the transition from boilers to heat pumps.
Continue readingHumber Freeport showcases investment momentum at UKREiiF 2025
The Humber region’s powerful investment proposition and growing momentum was highlighted at the UK’s largest property and infrastructure event, with collaboration and unified leadership emerging as key themes.
Continue readingHull film features at Cannes Film Festival
A new comedy about a group of retired Hull fishermen is making waves at the Cannes Film Festival despite not being released yet.
Continue readingHundreds of East Yorkshire homes and buildings to benefit from major improvements and green technology
Hull-based construction company Hobson & Porter has won a major decarbonisation and stock condition works contract with East Riding of Yorkshire Council, which will see the firm install the latest sustainable technology and refurbish hundreds of homes and buildings each year.
Continue readingAlexandra The Violinist unveils her electrifying debut as Lexxie with “Awakening”
After dazzling audiences for over two decades as Alexandra The Violinist — gracing stages from Britain’s Got Talent to luxury weddings and VIP events across the UK — Alexandra Parker emerges in 2025 with a bold new identity and sound.
Continue readingBishop Burton College celebrates platinum jubilee with Spring Live spectacular
Bishop Burton College marked seven decades of delivering specialist land-based education with a very special Spring Live family fun day.
Continue readingConcrete flooring specialist completes £1m investment in premises and equipment after building solid reputation with big-brand clients
A company which is installing concrete floors for major manufacturers, retailers and industrial units across the UK is building on its own solid foundations with further investment at its remote premises in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingDanish Church develops live music programme as Royal College of Organists collaboration follows folk gig success
A city centre church is working on plans to develop a regular and varied programme of live gigs after attracting a full house for an evening of maritime folk music and raising more than £1,100 for charity.
Continue readingProfessionals step up for justice in Hull’s first Legal Walk
The Hull Incorporated Law Society and The University of Hull have joined forces to step up for justice by organising Hull’s first Legal Walk in aid of the Access to Justice Foundation.
Continue readingAuthor and illustrator Owen Sheers and Helen Stephens bring literacy alive in Hull
Inspiring author stories, exhilarating poetry performances that demystify verse, epic fantasy stories, compelling history, new books to discover, and spell-binding illustrations drawn live on stage: The Children’s Bookshow autumn programme delivers an awesome range of literary experiences designed to encourage creativity and promote the joy of reading, writing and drawing to primary school children across England.
Continue readingHull’s UNTHINKABLE short film festival now open for submissions
The annual festival, which takes place from 1-12 October and is now in its 3rd year, provides a platform for grassroots artists in Hull through curating film and other creative events that converge with cinema to support the future of film and visual arts in Hull.
Continue readingWilliam’s Den hosts Jungle Adventures this May half-term
East Yorkshire’s award-winning adventure play attraction, William’s Den, is calling all thrill-seekers to go wild this May half-term at William’s Jungle Adventures – an all-new event bursting with surprises, challenges and daring discoveries.
Continue readingSiemens Mobility honoured with prestigious award recognising contribution to East Yorkshire
Siemens Mobility has been awarded a prestigious Special Recognition Award at the 2025 East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Awards, celebrating the company’s outstanding contribution to the economy and community in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingOh Yes! Net Zero celebrates three years of impact with new report sharing success stories
The Oh Yes! Net Zero campaign has published a report detailing its members’ remarkable success stories as it celebrates three years of impact.
Continue readingBishop Burton College marks 70 years of agricultural and equine excellence with Stock Skills showcase
Students shone with a display of talent, dedication and industry excellence at Bishop Burton College’s flagship Stock Skills event.
Continue readingDebutots Hull is turning 10
A chance advertisement caught Emma’s eye. Emma had been in Travel for 15 years, the last few as a regional manager, but since having IVF and the birth of her son was thinking about the possibility of something new.
Continue readingSt Richard’s staff member honoured with royal invitation to Buckingham Palace
Emily Griffin, the Safeguarding lead at St Richard’s VC Academy in Hull, received a once-in-a-lifetime honour in May: an invitation to the King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
Continue readingLaw firm leads the way in highlighting Hull Truck Theatre as hub for Humber Business Week
Issues arising from unconscious bias in the workplace will be brought to life during Humber Business Week (Biz Week) when employment law specialists take to the stage with actors at Hull Truck Theatre on Wednesday 4 June.
Continue readingLovell goes the distance with 2025 East Yorkshire Half Marathon and 10K sponsorship
Lovell is gearing up to take centre stage as the headline sponsor for this year’s East Yorkshire Half Marathon & 10K, set against the stunning backdrop of Burton Constable Hall on Sunday 25th May.
Continue readingActive travel journeys increase at Hull schools participating in national challenge
More and more children are opting to walk and wheel to school in Hull, following the launch of WOW – the walk to school challenge from UK charity Living Streets, in autumn 2024, and now even more schools across the city can take part thanks to further funding from Active Travel England.
Continue readingCouncils confirm continuation of Freedom Pass to provide free bus travel for care leavers
A scheme enabling care leavers to receive free bus travel in Hull and the East Riding will continue thanks to new funding from Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Continue readingHullBID showcases local talent as Humber Business Week marks 10th anniversary of Inspiring People dinner
Three established figures from the region’s business networks will step up to highlight their corporate and community connections when they mark the 10th anniversary of the HullBID Inspiring People dinner as part of Humber Business Week.
Continue readingGlasgow 2026 CEO confirmed as Humber Business Week speaker
The Hull-born Chief Executive of next year’s Commonwealth Games will return to his home city next month as the guest speaker at a lunch which will launch Humber Business Week.
Continue readingDriffield business wins Chairman’s award
The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after winning an East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Award.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire brewery to host a charity quiz night
Tickets have gone on sale for a fundraising quiz at an East Yorkshire brewery.
Continue readingRed carpet welcome for Hull Trains guests celebrating local legend on Bee Lady Day
The award-winning open access operator Hull Trains supported the first annual ‘Bee Lady Day’ (13th May), a celebration of the life of well-known Hull fundraiser Jean Bishop, who raised more than £125,000 dressed as a bee, for the charity Age UK in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingTrinity Market Cycle Hub: Continuing to make cycles and cyclists safe in Hull
Hull City Council and local charity, R-evolution, are celebrating the continued growth of the Trinity Market Cycle Hub, which saw an increase in repairs, donations, parking and public engagement in 2024/25.
Continue readingYoung footballers live their Hull City dreams with Quickline
Children from two grassroots football teams had their dreams realised as they stepped into the boots of Hull City players, thanks to the club’s partnership with rural broadband provider Quickline.
Continue readingFrom boxing to business and the Bridlington Spa panto, Tommy Coyle prepares to share his stories at Humber Business Week Elevenses event
A champion boxer who became a successful businessman and will soon be treading the boards as a pantomime baddie will share some of the stories behind his continuing journey in one of the stand-out events at this year’s Humber Business Week.
Continue readingSpecial guests announced for Comic Con Mania
Sci-fi fans are in for a treat with some very special guests heading to Comic Con Mania Hull later this month.
Continue readingYorkshire & Humber Institute of Technology’s first immersive tech conference explores the future of learning
The event explored virtual upgrades for the future of education and workplace training.
Continue readingHull Trains supports exciting new East Yorkshire artistic sculpture trail
A radical new sculpture trail, supported by the popular open access operator Hull Trains, has launched in East Yorkshire.
Continue readingRix Group continues to receive national recognition in supporting staff to choose sustainable travel
One of Hull’s most prominent businesses has received another national award for its workplace travel plan, which encourages and supports its workforce to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.
Continue readingSilent Uproar presents Shit Life Crisis
Award-winning Hull-based theatre company Silent Uproar Productions (A Super Happy Story About Feeling Super Sad; Dead Girls Rising) presents Shit Life Crisis, a brand new sing-along karaoke play about survival and the impediments to living – touring venues across the North of England in May and June.
Continue readingYour chance to go behind the scenes at prestigious Ferriby Meadows development
Housebuilder Beal Homes is giving buyers and house hunters a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes at a prestigious development in the sought-after East Yorkshire village of North Ferriby.
Continue readingIntegra Buildings honoured with King’s Award for championing sustainability in construction
East Yorkshire-based modular construction business Integra Buildings has received royal recognition for its pioneering approach to sustainability.
Continue readingHealthcare recruitment agency crowned winners at prestigious national awards
A healthcare recruitment agency which was praised for outstanding growth has won a national award in recognition of the work it does.
Continue readingTheatre review: To Have and To Hold
Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on To Have and To Hold at Hull Truck Theatre.
Continue readingHull marches in support of trans rights
Over four hundred people turned out in Hull to demand trans liberation at a protest and march on Saturday 10 May.
Continue readingBrain Jar’s Mathew Smith named Diageo World Class GB Finalist
Diageo World Class GB has announced its final top 10, which includes Mathew Smith representing The Brain Jar and Hull in the regional finals.
Continue readingCulture of aspiration and care throughout Kingswood Parks Primary School
Kingswood Parks Primary School is thrilled to have received a positive Ofsted Inspection Report following a visit in March 2025. The report highlights that the school is “a setting where pupils can grow, aspire and achieve” which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of staff, pupils and the wider school community.
Continue readingPopular Hull pub, The Punch Bowl, reopens following a six-figure investment
After weeks of hard work, the community pub has been given a new lease of life, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the pub as it opens with a new operator.
Continue readingA Mischief of Rats sculpture trail goes live this Saturday
Hull and East Yorkshire are about to be transformed into an open-air gallery as A Mischief of Rats sculpture trail goes live on Saturday 3 May 2025. Featuring 45 giant, artist-decorated rat sculptures, this ambitious project celebrates Hull’s cultural heritage, inspired by local music legend Mick Ronson and his band, The Rats.
Continue readingThis local hidden gem is one of the best in the country, new research reveals
Looking for a unique way to keep yourself and your family entertained this spring? TransPennine Express has discovered the UK’s top hidden gems to help people find their next nearby adventure, away from the hustle and bustle of popular tourist spots.
Continue readingThe benefits of pre-planning your funeral
It may be a sombre task, but planning your funeral in advance can be an incredibly thoughtful act for your loved ones. Along with the various advantages it can afford, it provides reassurance that your family and friends are doing right by you. Read on to see how it could help your nearest and dearest to pre-plan your funeral.
Continue reading£20k Aviva boost for Hull homelessness charity
Local homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding is celebrating after receiving a £20k boost at the Aviva Broker Community Fund awards event.
Continue readingFreeport and partners promote Humber’s powerful hydrogen opportunity at Innovation Zero
Hydrogen energy took centre stage as Humber Freeport joined a powerful regional delegation at the UK’s largest net zero conference.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire chicken business’s successful Food Safety and Quality audit
A Yorkshire Wolds poultry company is celebrating after passing its BRCGS audit with flying colours.
Continue readingMiddle Child named a resident company of the National Theatre
The National Theatre has chosen Hull-based Middle Child as one of its first-ever resident companies. Middle Child will spend the next two years developing new […]
Continue readingHull College celebrates double win at Educate North Awards 2025
Hull College is celebrating a proud moment of recognition after taking home two prestigious accolades at the Educate North Awards 2025, held in Manchester earlier this month.
Continue readingHull in Stitches collection to go on display at Danish Church
A project which has captured some of Hull’s heritage, character and communities in cross stitch will be unveiled to participants and the wider public with a launch event and a series of open days at the venue where it all began.
Continue readingHow to manage a property portfolio
Rising interest rates and evolving tenant expectations mean landlords can’t afford to take a hands-off approach in today’s UK property market. Whether you hold a handful of buy-to-lets or a growing portfolio of residential homes, your success depends on more than simply owning bricks and mortar. Staying profitable means staying organised, proactive and compliant.
Continue readingQuarter of a million children unite for JUST ONE Tree Day to tackle climate change
Nearly 250,000 children from schools across the UK and beyond have come together for JUST ONE Tree Day, an annual event that combines climate education with direct action.
Continue readingJohn Prescott’s son raises over £6,000 in London Marathon for Alzheimer’s Research
The son of the former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott raised more than £6,000 in donations running the London Marathon in his campaign to put dementia ‘at the very heart’ of the Government’s upcoming 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS after his father died from Alzheimer’s disease.
Continue readingPiano star to help honour life of generous Hull Philharmonic fan
One of East Yorkshire’s most popular visiting artists is returning for a gala performance next month.
Continue readingOWC2025 will showcase the Humber’s ambition
Opportunities for the Humber region to strengthen its role in offshore wind nationally and globally are the focus of a major conference in Hull next week.
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