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Poppy seller raises thousands on two-day rail marathon to mark ten years of fundraising
Poppy seller Denis Scaife, a well-known face on the East Coast Main Line, has completed his biggest fundraising challenge to date as he celebrates ten years of the ‘Poppy Express’ with the open access operators Lumo and Hull Trains.
Continue readingHull bus operator makes ‘marvellous’ effort to support children’s charity
Kind-hearted members of the team, at a major Hull bus operator, have baked and bought cakes to support the work done, by a ‘marvellous’ charity, which supports local children.
Continue readingConstruction sector looks to the future as skills and training partners tour digital academy
A partnership of employers and training providers from across Hull and East Yorkshire took colleagues behind the scenes to see the latest developments in digital construction tuition at a business which began as a jobbing builder nearly 150 years ago.
Continue readingShuttle service makes Iit easy to get to Beverley Racecourse for Country Roadshow and Oktoberfest
This autumn, two major events are heading to Beverley Racecourse and your journey there just got easier. East Yorkshire Buses is proud to announce a dedicated shuttle service (Service 721) to and from Beverley Racecourse for the Country Roadshow on 31st October 2025 and Oktoberfest on 1st November 2025.
Continue readingHull residents encouraged to “see things differently” to make the most of their commute
Major Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has encouraged local residents to “see things differently” and take advantage of the free time offered by commuting by bus.
Continue readingPizza Express takes a slice of Hull’s historic Burton House as restaurant group prepares to move in
Commercial property developer Wykeland Group has secured Pizza Express for the ground floor of Hull’s historic Burton House.
Continue readingLaw firm’s podcasts provide platform to promote best practice for charities
Leading law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has stepped up its support for the region’s charity sector by launching a series of podcasts featuring chief officers and trustees.
Continue readingHistoric Renters’ Rights Act adds urgency to Hull Property Trade Show as landlord exodus accelerates
With the Renters’ Rights Act now officially law and sweeping changes to tenant protections about to reshape the UK rental landscape, organisers of Hull’s first ever Property Trade Show say the event couldn’t have come at a better time to help the region’s property professionals, investors and aspiring landlords.
Continue readingAsda chooses Hull as second city for new George concept store
Grocery retailer Asda is bringing its new George concept store to Hull to offer customers the best of George clothing and homeware all under one roof.
Continue readingDevil’s Kitchen is back – Local businesses spark its return after five-year break
After a five-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the much-loved charity fundraising event, Devil’s Kitchen, has returned triumphantly to Hull, driven by strong support from local businesses eager to revive this unique dining challenge.
Continue readingHull Trains supports England fans heading to Wembley with ‘Ashes Train’
Pioneering open access operator Hull Trains supported fans heading to Wembley in London for the England vs Australia Rugby League Ashes Series opener.
Continue readingLocal architecture firm showcases the Humber region at Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo 2025 in San Diego
Alessandro Caruso Architecture & Interiors Ltd (ACA) has unveiled Quantum Architecture, a pioneering design philosophy that redefines the relationship between the built environment and human wellbeing.
Continue readingEmployees at a Driffield poultry business are rewarded for long service
Two employees at a Middleton on the Wolds poultry business were recently rewarded for their long service.
Continue readingHull bus operator offers free travel to veterans this Remembrance Day
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.
Continue readingComedy 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.
Continue readingBeal 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.
Continue readingBeyond 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.
Continue readingEvans 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.
Continue readingHull bus operator shortlisted as Finalist for an outstanding six prestigious awards
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.
Continue readingHull 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.
Continue readingParagon 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.
Continue readingThe 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.
Continue readingTransformation ahead for The Apollo
The Apollo has now closed its doors and will reopen on Wednesday 12th November with a brand-new look.
Continue readingDriffield 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.
Continue readingSiemens 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.
Continue readingEyeweb 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 […]
Continue readingSpotlighting 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’).
Continue readingBounce 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.
Continue readingYou 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.
Continue readingYorkshire 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.
Continue readingKWL 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.
Continue readingCareers 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.
Continue readingHull 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).
Continue readingCATCH 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.
Continue readingRugby 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.
Continue reading45 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.
Continue readingDive 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.
Continue readingLocal 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.
Continue readingMore 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.
Continue readingHull 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.
Continue readingCivic 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.
Continue readingHull 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.
Continue readingEYG 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.
Continue readingCorendon 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.
Continue readingBake 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.
Continue readingHull 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.
Continue readingHull 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.
Continue readingFrom 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.
Continue readingRoyal red letter day as Integra Buildings is presented with The King’s Award
Modular construction specialist Integra Buildings has been formally presented with The King’s Award for Enterprise on a day of celebration for the industry-leading business.
Continue readingHumber Place Brand named as finalist in global awards
Humber’s Place Brand, a strategic initiative to promote the region’s identity led by Future Humber, is a finalist in global annual event City Nation Place Awards.
Continue readingRock Up’s 600-mile ride for BBC Children in Need
On Sunday 5th October, Rock Up’s Senior Leadership Team will begin an extraordinary 600-mile cycling adventure in aid of BBC Children in Need, starting with a big community send-off in Hull.
Continue readingJasmine, 17, joins Pure Block Management team in apprenticeship role as she studies for Business Administration qualification at Hull Business Training Centre
A property management company has partnered with Hull Business Training Centre to provide an ambitious teenager with the opportunity to learn from its expert team as she completes her studies alongside an apprenticeship at the company.
Continue readingHull bus operator celebrates National Customer Service Week by championing customers and colleagues
Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has announced its support for National Customer Service Week, taking place from 6-10 October. The company is using this week to celebrate its unwavering commitment to its customers, by putting a spotlight on their valuable feedback and showcasing the outstanding colleagues who make a difference every day.
Continue readingCreative Briefs working with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture
A Hull-based education company is set to encourage young people across Bradford to design their own escape room challenges as part of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire poultry business promotes from within for new operations role
Middleton-on-the-Wolds based Soanes Poultry has appointed Piotr Trzeciak as the business’s Operations Liaison Manager.
Continue readingSuccessful national restaurant chain and new coffeehouse set to open in former Hammonds of Hull food hall
The ground floor of the landmark Hammonds of Hull building looks set to reopen in 2026 – three years after the former food hall closed – with a successful national restaurant chain and a new ‘next-generation’ coffeehouse to become new tenants.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire agency brings rural broadband stories to primetime with Quickline TV campaign
East Yorkshire agency Sowden & Sowden has developed and produced a new TV campaign for Quickline – the broadband provider determined to make sure no community is left behind.
Continue readingBrave Casey tackles Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s Research
A brave member of the team at a major Hull bus operator has raised hundreds of pounds for Alzheimer’s research, by tackling a special Memory Walk.
Continue readingFoxglove unveils fresh brand identity
A company that supports adults with learning disabilities to live independently has revealed its fresh new look as part of its strategic growth plans.
Continue readingBurton Constable Foundation takes over operation of Stables Kitchen Café
The Burton Constable Foundation is pleased to announce that it has officially assumed operation of the Stables Kitchen, the popular on-site café at Burton Constable Hall.
Continue readingFrom Hull to Hilarity: Yorkshire Comedy Festival Stars entertain Hull Trains customers
Hull Trains customers heading to London King’s Cross enjoyed a special surprise as a group of comedians joined the service for a one-off performance, serving up a selection of jokes.
Continue readingFreeport and Humber Principals Group link up to sharpen skills focus
Humber Freeport and the Humber Principals Group have announced a key partnership, focused on shaping skills development and employer engagement across the region.
Continue readingBeal invites house hunters to launch of stunning show home at sought-after Ferriby Meadows
Prestige housebuilder Beal Homes is hosting a launch event to mark the opening of its latest luxury show home.
Continue readingHull bus operator provides additional services for Europe’s largest travelling funfair
Local bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has today announced it will be providing additional bus services for the upcoming Hull Fair, Europe’s largest travelling funfair, and one of its oldest.
Continue readingLeading law firm helps Curiosity project raise awareness of career options
A project which works to increase public engagement with Hull’s library service is partnering with businesses across the city to boost skills and recruitment.
Continue readingJigsaw giant chooses Hull agency to piece together global digital marketing campaign
A giant of the global jigsaw sector has chosen a digital marketing specialist in Hull to piece together a campaign aimed at giving the company the edge over international competitors.
Continue readingWykeland completes £10m Evolve development to add to Melton West investment offer
Commercial property developer Wykeland Group has officially opened a newly-completed £10m development at East Yorkshire’s fast-growing Melton West business park.
Continue readingSix-figure investment in new CNC machines will improve production speeds at EYG aluminium factory
EYG Group managing director Nick Ward says a six-figure investment into two new state-of-the-art CNC machines will bring significant improvements in production speeds in its aluminium products factory – a key facility producing thousands of windows and doors for both domestic and commercial customers.
Continue readingIdeal Heating opens doors to students to celebrate National Manufacturing Day
Ideal Heating has once again given students an insight into the breadth of careers available at the company as it celebrated National Manufacturing Day 2025.
Continue readingHull buses offer great value – as figures reveal financial concerns
Hull residents have been encouraged that local buses can offer a great value and easy way to get around, as research shows that ever more people are worried about their financial futures.
Continue readingSMART Technology Advisers becomes employee owned
In a significant step for the benefit of employees, the Hessle-based company and clients alike, SMART’s founders, Steve Puckering and Ian Dixon, are proud to announce the 100% transfer of their shares to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
Continue readingExpansion for award-winning healthcare recruitment agency
An award-winning healthcare recruitment agency based in Hull has opened a new branch in the West Midlands as it continues to grow.
Continue readingArco raises money for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Arco, the UK’s leading safety expert, is launching a special, one-off range of pink ATG nitrile gloves in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October.
Continue readingZen Internet partners with MS3 Networks to expand full fibre choice across Hull, North Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire
at Connected Britain, Zen Internet, the UK’s largest B Corp certified telecommunications and network connectivity provider, has announced a new strategic partnership with MS3 Networks, the award-winning alternative network operator serving Hull, North Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire.
Continue readingDeep aquarist joins mission to safeguard Humboldt penguins in Peru
Recently, one of The Deep’s Aquarists travelled to Peru to assist in hands-on conservation tasks to safeguard seabirds and marine mammals, as part of the Punta San Juan Program. Supported by a team of volunteers, the program has been conducting research, monitoring and ensuring the conservation of wildlife in situ for over 30 years.
Continue readingSibling businesses shortlisted for Taste awards
The teams at two Yorkshire coast businesses are celebrating after being shortlisted in a prestigious food and drink competition.
Continue readingHull Trains celebrates 25 years of pioneering services
The renowned open access operator Hull Trains is celebrating 25 years of serving customers and communities along the East Coast Main Line.
Continue readingConnexin recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™
The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ list was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Connexin among the list of organisations in the ‘Large & Super Large’ category.
Continue readingHull’s £1.1 billion success story: 30 years of MKM
This October marks 30 years since MKM Building Supplies opened the doors to its very first branch — a modest 5,000 sq ft unit on Stoneferry Road, Hull. Fast forward to today, and MKM is the UK’s proper independent builder’s merchant, with 135 branches (and counting), a £1.1 billion turnover, and a reputation that goes far beyond bricks and mortar.
Continue readingHull steps up as business networking destination
Hull is making a statement on the northern business map. More than 40 businesses came together at Flexworks last week for an afternoon of networking, idea-sharing, and collaboration.
Continue readingTwo local solicitors with dedication to training next generation appointed to lead Hudgell Solicitors’ Clinical Negligence team in Hull
The ‘ever increasing depth of expertise’ at Hudgell Solicitors has been reflected in the promotion of solicitors Elizabeth Maliakal and Hayley Collinson to lead its Hull-based clinical negligence team.
Continue readingCreative businesses offered a last chance to learn from industry colleagues as free programme launches new round of growth sessions
A free support programme designed to help creative companies in Hull and East Yorkshire build their commercial know-how is recruiting now for its next two rounds.
Continue readingExpert shares five tips for preventing phone theft
Advice comes after West Yorkshire suffers over 1,200 thefts in one year.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds poultry business reaches final of regional taste award
The team at a Middleton on the Wolds poultry business is celebrating after its chicken was shortlisted in two categories of the 21st annual Deliciously Yorkshire Taste Awards.
Continue reading“Ditching the car for the train changed my life” – Hull Trains customer encourages rail travel on World Car Free Day
A Selby woman is encouraging people to travel by train on the annual World Car Free Day, after swapping the road for rail for more than a year, using popular open access operator Hull Trains.
Continue readingCaravan industry dinner raises £54,000 for medical research
The dinner, held on Wednesday 10th September at the Double Tree by Hilton in Hull, was organised by the Hull and East Riding Caravan Manufacturers’ Association (HERCMA) and raised an impressive £54,000 in support of The Daisy Appeal.
Continue readingSeahawks swoop in for KCOM as new season partner
The Hull Seahawks are proud to welcome KCOM, Hull’s leading broadband provider, as the official Community and Connectivity Partner for the 2025/26 season.
Continue readingHull’s MS3 Networks connects 20,000th customer to its full fibre network
Broadband infrastructure provider MS3 Networks has announced it has connected the 20,000th customer to its full fibre network in Hull and the wider Humber region.
Continue readingSiemens Mobility celebrates Pride across the UK
This summer, Siemens Mobility proudly deepened its commitment to diverse teams, equitable opportunities, and inclusive societies by joining three vibrant Pride celebrations across the UK. From Wiltshire to Leicestershire and East Yorkshire, employees came together to celebrate individuality and belonging.
Continue readingJoint success for open-access rail operators at prestigious partnership awards
The UK’s leading open access rail operators Lumo and Hull Trains enjoyed a successful evening at the Corporate Engagement Awards in London on Wednesday, securing a coveted Gold Award, four Silver and three Bronze awards.
Continue readingIntegra Buildings hailed as modular industry’s Pioneer of the Year
Integra Buildings has been recognised as a true pioneer of modular construction in the industry’s showpiece awards.
Continue readingPPH Commercial marks 35 years with new look
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire’s largest commercial property agency, PPH Commercial, has revealed a fresh new look, marking the beginning of celebrations for its 35th year in business.
Continue readingHull College’s Deb Millar shortlisted for three national awards at Women in Tech Excellence 2025
Hull College’s Executive Director of Digital Transformation, Deb Millar, has been shortlisted in an impressive three categories at this year’s Women in Tech Excellence Awards, putting Hull and East Yorkshire firmly in the spotlight for digital innovation and leadership.
Continue readingThe most influential new writing theatre outside of London?
Middle Child artistic director, Paul Smith, shares an update on their move into a new space on Humber Street.
Continue readingWiME Hull careers event kickstarts apprentice’s engineering career at Ideal Heating
An inspirational apprentice who discovered her career at one of Green Port Hull’s Women into Manufacturing and Engineering (WiME) events is encouraging more young women to explore opportunities in the sector.
Continue readingDriffield business announces support for Bridlington boxer selected for European Championships
A Driffield business is supporting a Bridlington boxing prodigy as he prepares to represent England in the forthcoming Under 19 European Boxing Championships in the Czech Republic.
Continue readingWomen into Manufacturing and Engineering careers event returns to Guildhall
Hull’s Guildhall will host a free event aimed at supporting women and girls in the region considering a career path in the manufacturing, engineering, construction, digital and renewable sectors.
Continue readingHalloween quiz and music bingo at Yorkshire Wolds brewery
Tickets have gone on sale for a Halloween event with a difference at a Yorkshire Wolds brewery.
Continue readingBridge to Bridge ride raises over £30,000 for Sailors’ Children’s Society
The Sailors’ Children’s Society Bridge to Bridge cycling challenge has raised over £30,000 to support children and families from seafaring backgrounds facing financial and emotional crisis.
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