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Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott returning to Hull
Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott are returning to Hull to perform two shows.
The Beautiful South pair will head to the Bonus Arena for two nights in April next year.… More
See plans for major new A63 footbridge in Hull
People can find out more about Hull’s new A63 footbridge at drop-in events today and tomorrow.
Highways England and contractor Interserve will talk to members of the public about the … More
5 things to do in Hull this weekend
You are spoiled for comedy in Hull this weekend with a one-man show and a collection of funny folk coming to two venues in the city.
We will also be … More
Video: Watch highlights of Freedom Festival 2019
This year’s Freedom Festival, which took place for the first time over five days, was the biggest one yet.
Organisers have released a video of the 12th edition of the … More
Watch the Banksy move in action
Hull’s very own Banksy was successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge and placed in secure storage yesterday.
It was removed in three panels and will now be restored, before being … More
Hammonds of Hull hires firm to find businesses for new House of Fraser venture
A Hull property firm has been hired to oversee the redevelopment of one of the city centre’s most recognisable buildings.
The former House of Fraser building in Paragon Street is … More
Motorists are being warned to keep their distance from cyclists
Cyclists in Hull will be better protected on the city’s roads under plans improve their safety.
Operation Safe Pass is a campaign that has been launched today by Hull City … More
Get Online Week comes to Hull Libraries
Can you believe 5.3 million people have never been online in the UK?
Now is the time to get connected as it is national Get Online Week – and Hull … More
Alan Boyson fish mural can be retained and integrated into Albion Square development
Alan Boyson’s fish mural will be removed before demolition of the Albion Square site and integrated into the new £120m development.
The mural is currently located on one of the … More
Thinking of adopting? Don’t miss this event in Hull
Potential adopters are being urged to find out if they can help dozens of children in the region who are waiting to find families.
There are 69 children across the … More
Could you spot a doorstep scammer?
This week is Doorstep Crime Awareness Week and Hull City Council’s Trading Standards team has issued advice to residents on how to beat scammers.
Local authorities and police in Humberside … More
Hull’s Banksy successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge
Hull’s Banksy has been successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge for preservation.
The removal was necessary to preserve the artwork due to the deterioration of the bridge, which poses an … More
Absolutely Cultured project to see Hull children become city planners
Children in Hull will be asked to become city planners and architects in a major new project from Absolutely Cultured.
Model City will see children from three primary schools take … More
Banksy artwork removal from Scott Street Bridge under way
The removal of the Banksy artwork from Scott Street Bridge is under way.
The removal is necessary to preserve the artwork due to the deterioration of the bridge, which poses … More
New childhood obesity figures – here’s how Hull is doing
New childhood obesity figures have been released for Hull.
The city saw a small rise in the number of reception-age children aged four to five who were overweight or obese, … More
Hull to become one of smartest cities in the world with Connexin deal
A groundbreaking partnership between Hull City Council and smart city operator Connexin is set to put Hull among the world leaders in smart city technology.
The ambitious plans would link … More
5 things to do in Hull this weekend
1. Michelangelo: A Different View
Hull Minster
Until Monday 18 November
Free
Hull Minster is to host a must-see exhibition of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel masterpiece. For the first time, the … More
Sculcoates Bridge to close for two days
Sculcoates Bridge will be closed for essential repair work.
The bridge in Chapman Street will be closed on Tuesday 15 October at 6am to Wednesday 16 October at 8pm for … More
Update: George Street car park reopened after police incident
George Street car park has fully reopened to the public following a police incident.
It had been closed for a short time on Friday afternoon.… More
Employers met in Hull today for a very important reason
A group of Hull employers came together today at the University of Hull for the city’s first conference on employee mental health.
Time to Change is a mental health campaign … More
Flood defences in Victoria Pier given go-ahead
Plans to secure Hull’s Banksy move a step closer
A contractor is being sought to preserve Hull’s Banksy artwork and dismantle Scott Street Bridge.
As part of this work, the Banksy will be placed into storage until a suitable … More
What links Hull City Council with these celebrities and royals?
What does Hull City Council have in common with celebrities including Gillian Anderson, Davina McCall, Glenn Close, Freddie Flintoff, Professor Green, Nadiya Hussain and members of the royal family?
They … More
£2m cycling investment works in Hull now under way
Work to upgrade the national cycle route as part of the Stoneferry Corridor project has begun.
As part of the multi-million-pound scheme, the national cycle route will undergo an extensive … More
First look as historic Pearson Park archway returns home
The first pieces of an historic archway, which has welcomed visitors to Pearson Park for more than a century, have returned to Hull following refurbishment as part of a £3.8m … More
Council ‘desperately disappointed’ as asbestos survey rules out retaining Three Ships mural
The Three Ships mural cannot be retained as part of the Albion Square development after a specialist survey found dangerously high levels of asbestos, it has been revealed.
The survey … More
Are you a Hull entrepreneur? Try this new business lounge
Entrepreneurs will soon have access to a new business lounge in Hull to help grow their ventures.
The space at Hull Central Library in Albion Street will provide business advice … More
Born in 1939? Hull New Theatre wants to hear from you
Hull New Theatre is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year – and staff are searching for fellow octogenarians to take part in the birthday celebrations.
The theatre’s doors were first … More
Watch Hull Fair come to life in this amazing timelapse
Check out this fantastic timelapse courtesy of KCOM and watch the Walton Street fairground come to life.