Tributes to Anlaby trawler skipper Robert Ellis after death at 78
TRIBUTES have been paid to a former trawler skipper and author who passed away at the weekend.Robert Ellis, 78, died surrounded by his family at his Anlaby home after a battle with cancer.He was in the...
View ArticleRoad crash victim Hannah Lodge was 'on the cusp of a truly fantastic life',...
A GRIEVING father has spoken of the devastating loss of a daughter "on the cusp of a fantastic life".Hannah Lodge, 18, was killed in an a road accident and her family wants to launch a safety campaign...
View ArticleHull FC 'will work harder to reach top four', says Peter Gentle
PETER Gentle has told his Hull FC players they must train harder than any other side in Super League – or go play elsewhere.Gentle has told his troops they must raise their standards next season and...
View ArticleHull KR's new North Stand is bang on schedule
THE man in charge of overseeing the development of Hull KR's new North Stand is delighted with the progress being made.Dave Bradley, head of operations at MS3 Craven Park, says construction is bang on...
View ArticleHull Kingston Rovers' Christmas street party to launch new kit
Hull KR players are set to bring a taste of Super League atmosphere to the city centre on Thursday (December 6) as they host a Christmas street party to mark the launch of their 2013 playing kit.Rovers...
View ArticleAlex Bruce: Depth of Hull City squad will sustain promotion bid through tough...
ALEX Bruce believes the strength in depth of Hull City's squad will ensure their promotion assault is not found wanting during a hectic run into 2013.The Tigers travel to play-off rivals Watford this...
View ArticleTory Paul Robinson to take £45k deputy police commissioner role
EAST Riding Conservative councillor Paul Robinson is set to be the new deputy Police and Crime Commissioner.He will be paid £45,000 a year.He campaigned alongside Mr Grove in the run up to last month's...
View ArticleFlooding 'a severe blow' to Hull's successful Port-Side Bistro
A NAUTICAL-THEMED restaurant has been forced to close over the Christmas period because of flooding.Port-Side Bistro was expected to have been packed every night over the Christmas season.However, a...
View ArticleDo you have Hull's best Christmas house?
BEFORE Santa springs from his sleigh, fans of festive lights are being encouraged to turn Hull into tinsel town to compete with the best-decorated houses.Giant reindeer, towering Christmas statues and...
View ArticleWatch out for signs of meningitis
Health officials are urging people across East Yorkshire to be aware of the symptoms of meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia.Meningitis, which is inflammation of the brain, and meningococcal...
View ArticleSpecial Coletta & Tyson Christmas Deals – and free mulled wine!
Don't miss Coletta & Tyson's special Christmas offers day on Thursday, December 6.Enjoy a free mulled wine on arrival before browsing our fabulous festive offers including:* 20% off trees,...
View ArticleSection of Great Union Street in Hull closed following crash
An ambulance is on the scene after a van and car crashed on Great Union Street. Paramedics are treating casualties for minor injuries although the road is closed both ways between St Peter Street and...
View ArticleSection of Great Union Street in Hull is open
A section of Great Union Street in Hull has re-opened after a van and car crashed.The road was closed both ways between St Peter Street and the A63 Garrison Road earlier today (Wednesday).The crash...
View ArticleSnow hits Hull and East Yorkshire: Pictures, roads, weather forecast
Updated 5.30pm. Motorists are facing hazardous driving conditions in parts of East Yorkshire because of snow and ice. The worst showers today have been in the north of the county and the Wolds, where...
View Article19 apply to be principal at Cottingham High School academy
ACADEMY governors who suspended their previous headteacher say the number applying for the vacant post is "a really positive sign".Cottingham High School's headteacher Elizabeth Logan resigned "for...
View ArticleJean Martyn swaps Britain's Got Talent for Hull's Willows Social Club
SHE has been praised by the likes of Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and even David Hasselhoff.Now, Britain's Got Talent star Jean Martyn has impressed in the more intimate setting of an east Hull social...
View Article'Cronyism' claims as police commissioner Matthew Grove appoints Tory 'mate'...
POLICE and crime commissioner (PCC) Matthew Grove has been accused of "political cronyism" after unveiling a fellow Conservative councillor as his new deputy.East Riding councillor Paul Robinson will...
View ArticleHull FC recruitment is complete, admits Adam Pearson
HULL FC owner Adam Pearson says he is happy with the squad built for the coming season – and admits no further additions are expected.The Black and Whites have taken time to reflect on their position...
View ArticleMan who swung from David Whitfield statue outside Hull New Theatre must pay £500
A MAN has been fined for causing £2,000 of damage to the statue commemorating Hull singer David Whitfield.Carl Mathew Laurenson, 39, vandalised the long-awaited bronze statue of the 1950s singer when...
View ArticleCult hero Paul McShane 'would love to stay with Hull City' after return from...
REJUVENATED Hull City star Paul McShane says he would love to extend his stay at the KC Stadium and sign a new deal with the Tigers.The 26-year-old, who was sold to City by Steve Bruce from Sunderland...
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