Holocaust Memorial Day 2021
Residents and community groups are invited to attend the annual Hull Holocaust Memorial Day virtual service to honour and remember victims of the Holocaust.
The national Holocaust Memorial Day will … More
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Hull’s 108th Lord Mayor and Admiral of the Humber is elected
The new Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber, Councillor Lynn Petrini, has been officially installed in office following a Full Council meeting on Thursday 19 … More
Long-serving Lord Mayor reflects on a bumper reign
As Hull’s 107th Lord Mayor prepares to hand over the chains and robes to his successor, Councillor Steve Wilson has reflected on his extended time in office, that began … More
Hull’s Armistice Day service to be streamed live
A service to mark Armistice Day will be broadcast live online tomorrow morning.
The small event at Hull’s Cenotaph will be shown on the council’s YouTube channel and will also … More
Hull Fair charter honoured for another year
The 800-year Hull Fair charter will still be honoured this year, despite the event not taking place.
On the official date of the ancient agreement, Sunday 11 October, a single … More
Lord Mayor to visit children’s activities on National Play Day
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson, will visit children’s centres across Hull on Wednesday 5 August as National Play Day takes a new form for 2020.
The UK-wide celebration of … More
Hull buildings illuminated in purple in statement against racism
Buildings in Hull city centre have been illuminated in purple tonight in a statement against racism.
Councillor Steve Wilson, Hull’s Lord Mayor, said: “Hull is a multi-cultural city and we … More
VE Day 75: How to stay safe and celebrate at home in Hull
People who want to join in with this week’s VE Day 75 celebrations are being advised to pay tribute from the safety of our own homes.
Hull City Council is … More
Lord Mayor to bring new Christmas Tree Festival to Hull Minster
Business and organisations have been invited to take part in a charity Christmas tree festival next month.
The event will see decorated Christmas trees displayed at the Hull Minster.
It … More
Hull’s Christmas lights switch-on: All you need to know
Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on by the Lord Mayor and special guests this week.
Queen Victoria Square will come alive with light and sound installations on Thursday … More
Millions who died in First World War remembered in Hull this weekend
Hull will this weekend remember the millions who lost their lives in the First World War and subsequent conflicts.
Hull’s annual service of remembrance will take place on Sunday at … More
Hull businesses thanked by the Lord Mayor for supporting care leavers
Hull businesses which provide support to care-leavers have been recognised for their work by the Lord Mayor.
Firms which offered opportunities for young people as to improve their vocational and … More
Two exceptional teens invited to switch on Hull’s Christmas lights
Two exceptional young people from Hull have been invited to switch on the city’s Christmas lights this year.
Paralympian Sophie Carter and inspirational Harrison Torr have been asked by the … More
Hull Fair 2019 to bring two big wheels for first time
White-knuckle rides, tasty treats, fairground stalls, bright lights and music are back in the city as Hull Fair opens on Friday.
It is the 726th consecutive year the city has … More
Hull’s historic Arctic Corsair celebrates 60th birthday
Hull’s last surviving distant-water sidewinder trawler, the Arctic Corsair, celebrates her 60th birthday on Saturday.
The trawler was launched on 29 February 1960, ready to be fitted out to begin … More
These young entrepreneurs in Hull are eyeing prestigious awards
The best young entrepreneurs, schools and businesses in Hull are crossing their fingers ahead of a prestigious awards night in the city.
The Hull Youth Enterprise Awards will highlight the … More
New sauna adds finishing touch to Ennerdale Leisure Centre
A new sauna has added a finishing touch to the £2m makeover of Ennerdale Leisure Centre.
The leisure centre now also benefits from steam room facilities that were officially opened … More
Dutch Cadets to visit Hull to trace steps of Second World War soldier
Twenty-five Cadets and two teachers from the Netherlands will visit Hull as part of a project to trace the steps of a Second World War soldier.
Corporal Richard Sydney Huitt, … More
Shared Lives carers recognised for their hard work
Residents who have cared for vulnerable adults for almost 20 years have been recognised for their hard work.
The Shared Lives scheme was launched in 2000, giving carers the opportunity … More
General Election in Hull: Boxes ready for 128 polling stations
Boxes are ready for 128 polling stations across three Hull constituencies ahead of Thursday’s General Election.
Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm for people to vote on … More
Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival opened by Lord Mayor
Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival is now open at Hull Minster.
The Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson opened the festival alongside Bishop Alan White, the Veterans’ Choir and a piper.… More
5 things to do in Hull this weekend
If you still haven’t made Friday night plans by now, we are here to help. Two classics – one a screening of a silent comedy and another a famous opera … More
Lord Mayor’s Hanse Day in Hull city centre this weekend
Two of Hull’s much-loved summer events will come together in this city centre this weekend.
Lord Mayor’s Hanse Day 2019 – a combination of International Hanse Day and the Lord … More
Hull’s new Lord Mayor wants to meet you
Hull’s newest Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber is inviting Hull residents to pay him a visit.
Councillor Steve Wilson, who was installed in office … More
Hull’s 107th Lord Mayor Steve Wilson takes the chains
The new Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber, has been officially installed in office.
Councillor Steve Wilson received the chains and robes in a ceremony … More
Two Hull summer events join forces
Two of Hull’s best-loved summer events are joining forces this year.
The annual International Hanse Day and Lord Mayor’s Gala are coming together to create Lord Mayor’s Hanse Day 2019.… More
Lord Mayor’s Celebration Day
The Lord Mayor’s Celebration Day will take place on Saturday 16 June across Trinity Square and the Rose Bowl area of Queens Gardens.
The family event is being delivered by … More