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Stagecoach, parent of Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has announced that free travel will be available on all its bus services for serving military, cadets, and veterans on Remembrance Sunday 9th November, and Armistice Day, Tuesday 11th November.

Events

Money advice week comes to Hull

A week dedicated to helping people talk about their finances and find support will take place in Hull in November.

Enterprise

Comedy legend Harry Enfield heads to Hull City Hall

From Saturday Night Live to a Thursday night at Hull City Hall comedian Harry Enfield brings his new show to the venue on 12th November 2026.

Enterprise

Beal submits £37m plans to extend residential community in popular Hessle area

Leading local housebuilder Beal Homes has submitted plans to extend its successful Pilgrims Walk development in the popular Hessle area.

Events

“Let’s make it the biggest one yet!” – Lord Mayor’s Christmas Tree Festival returns

Businesses, community organisations and schools across Hull and the surrounding area are being invited to help make the 2025 Lord Mayor’s Christmas Tree Festival the biggest and best one yet.

Society

Audience and exhibitors team up to share key messages about managing the menopause journey

An organisation which helps women deal with their menopause journey is sharing its expertise across the north and across the age groups after the success of its latest Menopause Hull event.

The launch of “Come Out!” – A new era led by queer and allied voices

Hull-based theatre company, Silent Uproar, launches a new initiative, working title ‘Come Out!’, a steering group of queer and allied voices who help shape the company’s programmes, projects and audience approach, starting in 2026.

Heritage

New maritime visitor centre achieves prestigious Passivhaus accreditation

The new visitor centre at North End Shipyard has officially achieved Passivhaus certification, making it one of the most energy-efficient cultural buildings in the UK.

Free activities for parents and children as National Baby Week returns to Hull

Hull City Council, as part of Hull’s Early Help Partnership, is proud to be taking part in the second year of Baby Week. A whole host of free events and activities across the city will be taking place.

Hull creative company awarded contract for new 2026 event

Local cultural organisation ‘Back to Ours’ will deliver a brand-new event in 2026, following a contract award from Hull City Council.

Enterprise

Beyond Broadband: Quickline champions rural communities with far-reaching social impact

Rural broadband provider Quickline Communications is doing more than connecting homes – it’s transforming communities.

Society

Brother’s £1,500 Alzheimer’s fundraiser inspired by sister’s care in Bridlington

A Yorkshire man has raised more than £1,500 for Alzheimer’s Research UK after completing the Yorkshire Marathon in honour of his sister, who is living with a rare inherited form of dementia and is cared for at Beechwood Care Centre in the town.

Blue Diamond Awards return as National Care Leavers Week expands to a month

by editor27 October 202528 October 2025

Hull City Council hosts its annual Blue Diamond Awards on Thursday 13th November, celebrating the successes and achievements of the city’s young people.

Evans Halshaw Ford Hull raised thousands for local charity through community initiative

Evans Halshaw Ford Hull has raised just under £4,000 for local charity, Chasing Rainbows. The local dealership participated in Ford’s Drive 4 UR Community event, which saw £30 donated to the store’s charity of choice by Ford for every test drive completed during the fundraising day.

Food & Drink

Kids eat free at Zizzi restaurants this October half term

by editor26 October 202527 October 2025

This half term, Zizzi is treating Zillionaires, loyalty club members, to a free three-course Bambini kids’ meal with every adult main meal purchased at one of their restaurants across England and Wales.

Winter Wellness Hub pops up at North Point Shopping Centre this half term

A new pop-up Winter Wellness Hub is launching at North Point Shopping Centre from 27 to 29 October, offering free childhood flu vaccines, interactive health education, and winter wellness giveaways to help the local community stay healthy this winter.

Enterprise

Hull bus operator shortlisted as Finalist for an outstanding six prestigious awards

by editor22 October 202522 October 2025 1 comment

Stagecoach East Midlands is celebrating after being shortlisted in an amazing six categories at a prestigious, national awards scheme. These nominations underscore both the local operator’s outstanding contribution to the bus industry and the talent within its team.

Enterprise

Hull MP tours showpiece UK Technology Centre as Ideal Heating prepares for R&D facility opening

Hull MP Dame Diana Johnson has visited Ideal Heating’s UK Technology Centre (UKTC) as development of the industry-leading facility enters its final stages.

Paragon Arcade reaches full capacity as four more independents join Hull’s creative community

Four more independent businesses have moved into Hull’s historic Paragon Arcade – taking it to full capacity and adding to its reputation as a thriving hub of local creativity, food and leisure.

Society

Expect a long wait at Hull’s A&E if you’re not in need of emergency care

People are being warned of long waits at Hull’s Emergency Department (ED) unless they are a genuine medical emergency as Hull Royal Infirmary comes under pressure.

Cast announcement for Hull Truck Theatre’s Christmas production of Oliver Twist

Hull Truck Theatre are excited to announce their cast line up for their family-friendly festive adaptation of the classic Dicken’s novel, Oliver Twist. The production is proudly supported by Hull Trains and on stage from Friday 28th November 2025 -Sunday 4th January 2026.

Society

Hull’s first Feral Cat Summit brings local charities and community together

RSPCA Hull & East Riding hosted its first Feral Cat Summit last night, bringing together local charities, community groups, and independent volunteers with a shared commitment to improving the welfare of feral and community cats across the region.

Trinity Market Hull to host Spooktacular free family event for Halloween

With spooky storytelling, Zombie Walk, mini-disco, crafts and face painting Trinity Market will be the spookiest place in Hull on Friday 31st October.

The Deep Shortlisted for National Award

The Deep has been shortlisted for the Great British Wildlife Restoration competition, a prestigious scheme that recognises the incredible work being done to restore native species in the country.

André Rieu’s Christmas Concert comes to over 500 cinemas across the UK from 6th December

This December, the spirit of Christmas shines brighter than ever as André Rieu brings his brand-new spectacular Merry Christmas to the big screen. For two unforgettable days […]

Transformation ahead for The Apollo

The Apollo has now closed its doors and will reopen on Wednesday 12th November with a brand-new look.

Society

Life-saving equipment installed at Priory Woods Cemetery

Priory Woods Cemetery has become the latest Hull City Council site to have a life-saving defibrillator installed.

Society

Hull Family Hubs pass Stage One of UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative

Hull’s Family Hubs successfully passed Stage One of the UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation, on the first attempt.

Just Listen: Learner-led stammer awareness project becomes national education package backed by leading UK charities

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust’s Speech and Language Therapy team have announced a new collaboration between their services and The Consortium Academy Trust (TCAT) to raise awareness of stammering across schools.

Arts

Rapid growth of Yorkshire business recognised as its named a double finalist at The Property Management Awards 2025

The success, growth and expansion of Yorkshire-based Pure Block Management has brought national recognition with the business being named a double finalist in the prestigious Property Management Awards 2025.

Hull and East Yorkshire turn purple to champion accessibility and inclusion

Businesses and organisations across Hull and East Yorkshire are being encouraged to show their support for accessibility and inclusion by taking part in Purple Tuesday.

Enterprise

Driffield poultry business reaches the final in two categories of a regional business award

The team at a Middleton on the Wolds poultry business is celebrating after reaching the final in two categories of the Yorkshire Post Business Awards.

Siemens Mobility donates former train carriage to enhance Humberside Fire Service emergency training

Siemens Mobility has donated a former train carriage to Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, to enhance training capabilities for major incidents and civil emergencies.

Education

Hull school secures national travel plan award

A Hull primary school is celebrating after being presented with a national certificate in recognition of its efforts to promote active and sustainable journeys to students and their families and encourage more walking, wheeling and cycling for the school commute.

Society

60 tonnes of waste removed from Hull Fair

Hull City Council has confirmed that a total of 60.6 tonnes of waste was successfully removed from Hull Fair this year.

60s + 70s night to boost Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund

A fantastic night of 60s + 70s music in Hull will raise money for the Lord Mayor’s chosen charities.

Learn to write a play with Middle Child

Aspiring playwrights from Hull and East Yorkshire are invited to apply for one of three new writing programmes with local theatre company, Middle Child.

Enterprise

Eyeweb raises £1,900 for NHS Health Stars with charity marathon

The team at Eyeweb, a Hessle-based web design and digital marketing agency, have successfully completed a 26.2-mile charity walk, raising £1,909.87 (including Gift Aid) for NHS […]

Sport

Hull teenager is one of 11 inspirational young winners at star‑studded Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards 2025

Eleven extraordinary young people and a children’s charity have been celebrated for their remarkable bravery and resilience at the prestigious Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards 2025 (YCCA).

Spotlighting sawfish: A day dedicated to a critically endangered species

Today, Friday 17th October, marks International Sawfish Day, a global initiative dedicated to spotlighting sawfish, a fascinating species known for their huge size and named after their long-toothed rostrums (otherwise called ‘saws’).

Society

Animal therapy brings smiles to newly refurbished Bridlington care home

Residents at Red House care home in Bridlington were all smiles this week as they enjoyed a special animal therapy visit from The Purple Pig Farm, a Yorkshire-based organisation that brings friendly animals into care homes, schools and community groups to support wellbeing and social interaction.

Society

Council’s Streetscene services recognised for delivering high standards across Hull

Hull City Council’s Streetscene services have been formally recognised for meeting high standards of quality and performance.

Alfie Boe sets sights on Hull City Hall

One of Britain’s most celebrated and best-loved tenors Alfie Boe, OBE, comes to Hull City Hall on Friday 24th April 2026, as part of a brand-new UK tour celebrating his most iconic hits, fan-favourite classics, and powerful new material from his highly anticipated upcoming album, Facing Myself.

A New Day Has Begun – Cats the Musical comes to Hull

A brand-new production of the global sensation, Cats, leaps into Hull New Theatre from 20 – 24 October 2026.

Bounce into spooktacular fun this October half-term at Inflata Nation Hull

Families looking for frightfully good fun this October half-term can head to Inflata Nation Hull, where kids – and grown-ups – can bounce, slide and laugh their way through the Halloween holidays.

Originator of Afrobeat celebrated at Hull Museums

A new exhibition exploring the influence of Nigerian music legend, activist, and originator of Afrobeat, Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti, has opened at the Wilberforce House Museum.

Enterprise

You don’t need a stand to stand out

Yorkshire-based digital marketing agency Sowden & Sowden showed that you don’t need a glossy exhibition stand to make a splash.

Enterprise

Yorkshire Wolds poultry business reaches final of local business awards

The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business has reached the final in two categories of a regional business award that celebrates excellence, innovation, and outstanding achievements in the business community.

Events

Westlife 25 – Live at the Royal Albert Hall to be shown in 400+ cinemas across the UK from 29th November

CinemaLive will bring Westlife’s landmark 25th Anniversary concert to the big screen, in what promises to be one of the music cinema events of the year.

Lifestyle

Choosing the right wheelchair accessible vehicle for everyday life in Hull

by editor16 October 202516 October 2025

Finding the right vehicle can transform daily life for anyone who uses a wheelchair or supports someone who does. For many families in Hull, reliable and comfortable transport is essential for staying independent, visiting loved ones, or attending appointments.

KWL celebrates new apprentice cohort and the remarkable milestone of 200 apprentices

In a proud celebration of talent, dedication, and community spirit, KWL, a leading Hull construction and maintenance firm, welcomed 14 new apprentices at this year’s inspiring apprenticeship presentation evening.

Society

Leaving Care Hull team manager nominated for Lifetime Achiever Award

by editor16 October 202516 October 2025

A team manager at Leaving Care Hull has been nominated for a Lifetime Achiever Award at the National Leaving Care Benchmarking Forum’s (NLCBF) Personal Advisor Celebration Awards, held on Thursday 13th November in Birmingham.

‘Recycle Me a City’ project empowers Clifton Primary schoolchildren to tackle waste

by editor16 October 202516 October 2025

Pupils from Clifton Primary School recently joined Hull City Council’s recycling officers to ‘Recycle Me a City’, a hands-on session designed to raise awareness about waste, recycling, and environmental responsibility.

Leoni Jane Kennedy announces November 2025 Hull date

Multi-award-winning musician and songwriter / Freddie Mercury Scholarship Winner / PRS Guitars artist Leoni Jane Kennedy performs an acoustic tribute to Rush with special guest Eóin de Paor from Moving Pictures (Rush tribute UK).

Keeping Music Live: WaterBear and Music Venue Trust to begin grassroots music campaign in Hull

WaterBear the College of Music, in collaboration with the Music Venue Trust (MVT), has announced that its Keeping Music Live tour will kick off in Hull this October as part of a national campaign supporting grassroots music venues.

Careers advice comes to life through augmented reality

As part of its drive to boost skills in the construction industry, Sewell Group has launched a series of new augmented reality career ambassador portraits to inspire young people to think about the careers available to them.

Society

Celebrating extraordinary people and community spirit at the Time2Volunteer Awards 2025

The Time2Volunteer Awards 2025, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton, proudly honoured outstanding volunteers from across the region, celebrating dedication, compassion, and community impact.

Hull College, Smith + Nephew, Think Cloud, and Think Mental Health Set New GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title

Hull has once again shown the power of community and collaboration on a global stage, as Hull College, Smith + Nephew, Think Mental Health, and Think Cloud came together to officially set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the most users in a mental health awareness video lesson on World Mental Health Day (Friday 10th October).

Hedon Mixed Voice Choir calling for new members as they celebrate local performances

The Hedon Mixed Voice Choir, originally formed in Christmas 2008 as the Holderness Grange Choir, has been a much-loved part of the local community for over 15 years.

CATCH announces delivery of three Skills Bootcamps alongside Maersk Training and Renewable Power Academy

The Department for Education Skills Bootcamps initiative provide candidates with the opportunity to develop new skills that employers are looking for, whether it be retraining for a new career or progression within their current role.

Enterprise

Rugby team mates kicking on with expansion of mortgage consultancy

A former Super League player who made the switch from prop to property has marked five years of running his own mortgage consultancy by moving into a new office to house his expanding squad.

Enterprise

45 schools benefit from rail safety resources supported by Lumo and Hull Trains

The UK’s leading open access rail operators, Lumo and Hull Trains, are celebrating supporting the delivery of vital rail safety resources to 45 schools across the UK over the past year.

Dive into all things jellyfish at The Deep this half-term

Hull’s iconic aquarium and conservation charity, The Deep, is inviting all visitors to enjoy an unforgettable day out with their new event, ‘Drifters of The Deep’, running from 18th October to 2nd November.

Local businesses raise over £2,500 after conquering Yorkshire Three Peaks for Run With It Charity

A determined group of Humber business and charity leaders have raised over £2500 for educational charity Run With It, by completing the gruelling Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge despite facing some of the worst weather imaginable.

More than half of Brits feel overworked in their jobs, new data reveals

New statistics released this week show that millions of Brits feel overworked in their job, struggling to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Lifestyle

How to evaluate your family’s car needs

Are you looking to invest in a new car? One that’s suited to the needs of your growing family? Whether you’re looking for a large, fully-featured vehicle that will be able to cope with mud-blighted wildernesses (and the school run), or something more compact and economical, it makes sense to consider your family’s circumstances, and to weigh your options carefully.

Over a quarter of a million pounds funding secured for Hull Museums

Hull Museums and Gallery are delighted to have secured up to £272,095 from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), via Arts Council England’s Museum Renewal Fund.

Hull students face winter travel dilemma amid rising cost of living

A Hull operator has urged local students to consider the bus was a way to travel to lectures, and explore the city, as new research shows how the cost-of-living crisis is hitting young people at university.

Enterprise

Civic visit signals council’s growing support for city’s rail engineering sector

Hull City Council has shown its support for growing a sector with ‘considerable potential’ for the local economy.

Magical Musicals on the way to Hull New Theatre

Hull New Theatre is delighted to announce two smash-hit musicals heading to Hull New Theatre next year.

Society

Hull Fostering joins premiere of new film highlighting urgent need for foster carers

Hull Fostering has joined forces with more than 90 local authorities for the simultaneous release of a new short film that highlights an urgent need for more foster carers.

Beats Bus youngsters take centre stage in dance-circus workshop at Hull New Theatre

A group of young people from Hull’s renowned Beats Bus project will take part in a groundbreaking dance-circus skills workshop at Hull New Theatre on Saturday 18th October.

New shows on sale at Hull City Hall

There’s KPop and cracking comedy heading to Hull City Hall next year.

Hull community space is supported as Stagecoach makes ‘neighbourly’ grants

Stagecoach, the parent of major local bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has supported a local community organisation, in Hull, as part of a scheme that has seen it announce a total of £4,500 in community grants distributed to nine organisations across the UK.

Enterprise

EYG Commercial proves top of the class with summer installations of hundreds of new windows and doors at seven Yorkshire schools

Hull-based glazing specialists EYG Commercial proved to be top of the class over the recent summer holidays as its teams fitted hundreds of new windows and doors in schools across Yorkshire.

Society

Two Ridings Community Foundation marks 25 years of local impact with a powerful celebration at York Art Gallery

More than 100 people gathered at York Art Gallery on 1st October for an evening filled with heart, hope and inspiration – a celebration of 25 years of Two Ridings Community Foundation standing alongside local people to create lasting change across North and East Yorkshire.

Society

Hull offers free childcare funding for two-year-olds in low-income families

Hull City Council is urging eligible families to apply for funding to access free childcare for their two-year-old children.

Corendon Airlines to Headline Sponsor for Sailors’ Children’s Society Fundraising Sports Lunch 2025

Sailors’ Children’s Society is proud to announce Corendon Airlines as the Headline Sponsor for the 2025 Sports Lunch, the region’s biggest charity business event that will take place this week on Friday, 10th October.

Hull Fair inspires community art project

On Friday 10th October, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is celebrating World Mental Health Day with a focus on how art and creativity can improve our mental health. Creative Connections is aptly named for how art can connect us to one another, as well as the undeniable connection it builds with positive mental health.

Society

Dove House shines a light on the hidden impact of hospice care this Hospice Care Week

Hospice Care Week (6–12 October 2025) is a time to celebrate and champion hospice care across the UK, and at Dove House Hospice, the team are highlighting the unseen yet deeply impactful roles that make hospice care so special.

Enterprise

Bake Off star Nancy adds flavour to launch of stunning new show home

Great British Bake Off star Nancy Birtwhistle has welcomed the first visitors to a beautifully styled new show home in one of East Yorkshire’s most desirable communities.

Enterprise

Hull bus operator makes final preparations to provide additional services for Europe’s largest travelling funfair

Local bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, is making its final preparations as it gets ready to provide additional bus services for the upcoming Hull Fair, Europe’s largest travelling funfair, and one of its oldest.

Society

Animation to help young people stay safe with epilepsy

The knowledge of Hull-based epilepsy specialists has been used to create a special animation to help young people manage their condition.

Super Seagrass Festival returns to The Deep: Celebrating nature’s underwater ally

The Deep is proud to welcome back the Super Seagrass Festival this autumn, now in its fourth year, in partnership with the Wilder Humber seascape restoration programme.

Menopaus’ull embarks on “hot seat” tour to offer free support to women across the region for Menopause Awareness Month

Residents of Hull and East Yorkshire are being invited to take their place on a travelling “hot seat” and join in with conversations across the region aimed at helping women, their families and friends face up to the menopause.

Hull College, Smith + Nephew, Think Cloud, and Think Mental Health unite for GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title bid this World Mental Health Day

Hull is set to take centre stage on a global scale this World Mental Health Day (Friday 10th October 2025) as Hull College, world-leading medical technology company Smith + Nephew, digital experts Think Cloud, and local mental health training providers Think Mental Health come together to attempt a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the most users in a mental health awareness video lesson.

Society

Sports’ governing bodies join Humber and North Yorkshire UNITED to champion mental health

Yorkshire Cricket, the Rugby Football League (RFL) and the three Football Associations representing North Riding, East Riding and Lincolnshire, have formally joined the Humber and North Yorkshire UNITED collective, a pioneering initiative launched in April 2025 to unite sport in Humber and North Yorkshire around mental health, suicide prevention, and self-harm awareness.

Two exhibitions celebrating the talent of local artists will open this week at the Ferens Art Gallery

The annual Open Exhibition features over 300 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film.

Hessle Theatre Company welcomes 62 talented children to join the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Hessle Theatre Company is delighted to announce the successful casting of its children’s chorus for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, coming to Hull New Theatre from 10–14 March 2026.

Society

Council invests to improve 100 city bus stops

Hull City Council is investing more than £900,000 to improve around 100 bus stops across the city – making them safer, more accessible and more convenient for passengers while they wait for their bus.

Driffield Silver Band celebrate their winning return to contesting

Award winning brass band celebrates multiple victories ahead of their upcoming Beverley concert.

Beverley Blues Weekend returns for 2025

A free East Yorkshire music festival will be bigger and better than ever this year, organisers have pledged.

Young photographers from Vulcan Centre showcase ‘Perspectives of Youth’ community exhibition

The young people of the Vulcan Centre, a space located in the Boulevard area of Hull which has grown over the years from a boxing club providing positive activities for children and young people to participate in, to a youth led community hub also offering education, employment and wellbeing services, are stepping into the spotlight for a different kind of artistry.

Enterprise

From rubbish to resource: How Hull businesses are transforming waste

Hull businesses are finding innovative ways to transform waste into practical resources. The city has become a notable hub for metal recycling, with local companies supporting sustainable waste management and contributing to the UK’s circular economy in metals recycling.

Education

St Nicholas Primary School in Hull celebrates prestigious School Games Gold Mark Award

St Nicholas Primary School, proud to be part of Humber Education Trust, is delighted to announce it has been awarded the prestigious School Games Gold Mark Award. This government-led accolade recognises schools that demonstrate outstanding commitment to the development of sport and physical activity, both within school and the wider community.

André Rieu celebrates 200 years of Johann Strauss with new album