Keeping you safe in North Hull

If you’re out and about in North Hull this week, you will probably see our officers patrolling and talking to members of the community. We’ve stepped up our presence following recent reports of antisocial behaviour, theft and arson particularly around the Ellerburn Avenue area. Chief Inspector Paul Butler said: “I know the impact that offences of this nature can have on a community and I want to offer my reassurance to residents that we are…

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Hull venues join forces for the first time to put the city’s music scene on the map

Some of Hull’s biggest and most prestigious venues have joined forces to promote the area as a City of Music.  Key partners have come together for the first time to promote and acknowledge the rich music culture in Hull, its history and its aspirations.  Hull City of Music aims to encourage the experience of live music within the community through attendance, participation and education. The group – made up of venues such as the Bonus Arena,…

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Hospital boss runs up tower block for children with sight problems

An NHS boss is undertaking a tower block challenge to raise funds for a sensory room for children with sight problems and additional needs. Chief Finance Officer Lee Bond will run up 13 floors of the tower block at Hull Royal Infirmary on Friday, February 14, to raise money for WISHH, the independent charity supporting Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Lee is currently training for the London Marathon in April with the aim of…

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Become a champion on the pitch for Dove House Hospice

Goals Hull are hosting a Charity World Cup on Saturday 7th March 2020 in aid of Dove House Hospice and are looking for 32 teams to take part in the first ever edition of this event. The day will teams squaring off against each other on the pitch whilst there shall be raffles, games and lots more for spectators. Dan Clipson, Regional Fundraiser at Dove House Hospice said, “We are very appreciative towards Goals Hull for…

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An App a Day… Helping Humber Stay Happy and Healthy

NHS partners across the Humber are breaking new ground with an innovation designed to help people lead healthier lives from their smartphone and tablet. With more than 325,000 health apps on the market, there is now a solution to help residents of the Humber region find the best and safest ones, in the shape of an easy-to-use library on the web: humberhealthapps.co.uk. For the first time, residents across the Humber can access a raft of…

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Calling all animal lovers! Come along to your nearest Pets at Home store

The animal welfare charity’s staff and volunteers from 82 branches and centres across England and Wales are working with Pets at Home to raise money and meet fellow animal lovers at their local stores from 21-23 February (2020).  The fundraising weekend is taking place inside Pets at Home stores, offering an opportunity for fellow animal lovers to gain insight into the work of the RSPCA as well as supporting the vital role that branches play…

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Alcohol Abstinence Monitoring Pilot

A pilot scheme requiring offenders to abstain from alcohol and wear an alcohol monitoring tag returned positive results, according to an initial report by the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen). The Humberside, Lincolnshire and North Yorkshire (HLNY) Alcohol Abstinence and Monitoring Requirement (AAMR) pilot was carried out for two years from June 2017 until the sentencing powers ended in April 2019. It was implemented by a partnership including the Offices of the Police and…

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Beal staff among first residents of fast-selling Beverley development

The first residents have moved into an in-demand Beal Homes development in Beverley, including members of the award-winning housebuilder’s own staff. Residents are settling into their new homes at St. John’s Fold, in the shadow of Beverley Minster and close to the heart of the historic market town, which is Beal’s fastest-selling development ever. They include three Beal staff members who have chosen to make St. John’s Fold their home – Customer Selections Manager Steve…

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Exciting new era for Humber Street venue

The venue formerly known as Fruit will open its doors soon, operated by the team behind the Humber Street Sesh. “Social” on Humber Street in Hull’s Fruit Market will reflect the eclectic, spontaneous programming of its predecessor, with live and visual performance at its core. It will be operated by Sesh Events UK, which runs the hugely popular annual Humber Street Sesh grassroots music festival, as well as The Sesh weekly music nights and Made…

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Hospital patients and visitors face £100 fines for dropping cigarette butts

Hospital patients and visitors are being warned they face fines of £100 if they drop cigarette butts outside Hull Royal Infirmary. Hull City Council is enforcing anti-littering legislation at the bus stop in Anlaby Road, close to the entrance of the hospital tower block. Fines are now being issued to people caught throwing their cigarettes on the ground in the pavement outside the hospital. Security investigator Chris Watson, part of the trust’s security team, said:…

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New community walking scheme launching in Hull’s West Park

Athletics club and charity, Fitmums & Friends, Hull City Council and Hull Culture and Leisure, Leisure Services are delighted to announce the launch of Walk Hull – West Park: a new community walking scheme. Walk Hull – West Park is a community walking initiative designed to encourage people to walk in Hull’s West Park. It combines signs in the park with an easy-to-use smartphone app which tells walkers exactly how far they have travelled. Whether…

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Thousands of families to be targeted to ease pressure on Hull A&E

Thousands of homes are to be sent mail shots urging people to stay away from Hull Royal Infirmary’s A&E unless they have a genuine medical emergency. Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust will target thousands of homes as part of its Serious Stuff campaign to urge the public to use alternative services most appropriate to their needs.  “Patient streaming” was recently introduced by the trust’s Emergency Department (ED) to re-direct people to the most appropriate…

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They’re off – for the Daisy Appeal race night at Airco

Staff at a leading refrigeration and air conditioning firm are coming under starters orders for a race night with the aim of raising thousands of pounds for the Daisy Appeal. The team at Airco are hoping clients and contacts will support the event, which will take place on Friday 28 February in the company’s business lounge at its head office in Goulton Street, Hull. Airco colleagues Dean Hordon and Andy Stubbs are organising the race…

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Humber Bridge works shortlisted for top engineering award

A project to increase the life expectancy of Humber Bridge has been shortlisted for a prestigious civil engineering award. The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has announced that the Humber Bridge hanger replacement and testing project has been shortlisted for recognition in its 2020 Yorkshire and Humber Awards. The iconic Grade 1 listed Humber Bridge was once the world’s longest suspension bridge and works by the Spencer Group to inspect, maintain, replace and test the…

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City centre businesses sign up to support new crime fighting scheme

A crime prevention system which brings together businesses, the police and Hull City Council to track offenders and share information is proving a big success among city centre traders. Around 40 businesses signed up for the DISC scheme even before its official launch just before Christmas. Already the number has risen to more than 200 as traders join forces to fight crime, and now the project is being rolled out to licensees. Fran Beasley of…

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Hull set to be illuminated as part of captivating three-day event

Hull city centre is set to be illuminated as part of the three-day Navigate event that opens this evening (Thursday 30 January). Navigate, which celebrates the start of the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project, will feature mesmerising sculptures and outdoor exhibits from Kazimier Productions. The event will include Oracle, a floating lighthouse in Prince’s Dock that predicts the weather using unique light and sound displays. Councillor Dave Craker, portfolio holder for culture, leisure and tourism,…

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New-look Ennerdale Leisure Centre reopened to the public

After closing its door last summer, Ennerdale is ready to reopen to the public after receiving a makeover worth over £2million. Ennerdale Leisure Centre has reopened this week following a refurbishment. On Tuesday 28 January, the doors opened at 9am and visitors are now greeted with a new modern reception and café entrance, updated changing facilities and inclusion of new dedicated disabled changing facilities. The centre also now benefits from new gym and studio equipment,…

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New unit opens for patients well enough to ‘step down’ from hospital care

A new social care unit, the first of its kind in the country to help patients regain independence after stays in hospital, has been set up at Castle Hill Hospital The 14-bed facility, set up by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, will help people who are well enough to ‘step down’ from the intensive support provided by Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust but can’t go home until out-of-hospital support is in place. The East…

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Architect of “Better Births” report to witness transformation of maternity care

The driving force behind the transformation of maternity services is coming to Hull today to see changes attracting national attention. Baroness Julia Cumberlege CBE chaired the major NHS review of maternity services which led to the publication of the “Better Births” report in 2016. Now, the Conservative peer is coming to Hull Women and Children’s Hospital today (Thursday) to meet the midwives introducing sweeping changes to the way they look after pregnant women. Janet Cairns,…

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Hedon Insurance poised for further growth as shake-up continues in sector

An independent insurance broker which celebrated its 50th anniversary during 2019 is looking forward to further success as it harnesses its traditional approach with modern technology in a sector which is undergoing constant change. Anne Walters, Managing Director of Hedon Insurance, revealed that turnover has increased by 500 per cent in the last 10 years and broke through the £1-million barrier even before the company reached its 50-year milestone. During 2019 the well-established Swinton Insurance reduced…

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