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Drunk Animal Creative Studio Jumpstarts 2020 With A String Of New Hires

Drunk Animal Creative Studio Jumpstarts 2020 With A String Of New Hi
February 12, 2020
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It might be the year of the Rat in Chinese culture, but at Drunk Animal Creative Studio, 2020 is most definitely the year of the Rooster.

Drunk Animal Creative Studio, a bold marketing agency based in Hull, Manchester and Oxford, is pleased to announce that, following a busy year, a number of strategic hires have been made, taking the agency into a new year, stronger and more dynamic than ever before.

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More Road Closures Scheduled In Bridlington Due To Ongoing Works

More Road Closures Scheduled In Bridlington Due To Ongoing Works
February 12, 2020
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Carriageway and footway improvements works are progressing well along the A1038, Kingsgate, in Bridlington, and East Riding of Yorkshire Council is reminding road users and local residents of further forthcoming road closures which form part of the scheme.

The carriageway between 41 and 19 Kingsgate will be reconstructed during the week commencing Monday, 17 February for five days as part of the ongoing works to improve Kingsgate.

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February Fun With Active Coast

February Fun With Active Coast
February 11, 2020
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This February half term, Active Coast is holding a series of nature-themed events for budding environmentalists and their families across the East Riding as part of their Coastal Explorers programme.

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New Community Walking Scheme Launching In Hull’s West Park

New Community Walking Scheme Launching In Hull’s West Park
February 11, 2020
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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.

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Pop Sensation L Devine To Perform In Hull

Pop Sensation L Devine To Perform In Hull
February 11, 2020
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One of the country’s most exciting pop talents is coming to Hull this summer.

L Devine, whose debut EP Growing Pains received critical acclaim and earned her a spot on Annie Mac’s stage at the Great Escape Festival, will perform at Hull Central Library on Sunday 24 May.

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Hundreds Of Artworks To Go On Display At 2020 Open Exhibition

Hundreds Of Artworks To Go On Display At 2020 Open Exhibition
February 10, 2020
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The 53rd Annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talents in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery on Saturday 15 February.

The exhibition will feature more than 370 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film produced by local amateur and professional artists.

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Good Progress Made On £2.5m Bridlington Station Plaza Scheme

Good Progress Made On £2.5m Bridlington Station Plaza Scheme
February 5, 2020
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Good progress is being made on a £2.5m investment to transform the entranceway to Bridlington Railway Station.

Work began on the Bridlington Station Plaza Scheme in July last year to create an attractive new pedestrian area in front of the railway station, the introduction of a one-way system, and brand new car parking.

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Employment Success For Residents Living In HU6 Area

Employment Success For Residents Living In HU6 Area
February 4, 2020
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People who’ve been out of work long-term face multiple barriers to employment. Accessing services, learning new skills, gaining qualifications and engaging in employment opportunities helps to remove those barriers.

With a shared vision to make HU6 a great place to live, a charity is creating opportunities for residents of North Hull Estate through its Flying Start and Business Advisory projects.

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Vue Hull Encourages Couples To Enjoy Cosy Valentine’s Date Night

Vue Hull Encourages Couples To Enjoy Cosy Valentine's Date Night
February 4, 2020
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Vue Hull is encouraging couples to have a cosy date night this Valentine’s Day with a range of new and classic films as well as big-screen theatre productions, giving lovebirds a range of great stories to get lost in.

Following new research from Vue and University College London, it has been revealed that as viewers watch a film, their heart rates become more closely aligned, often beating in unison.

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Baby, We’re Back! Date Set For Pride In Hull 2020

Baby, We’re Back! Date Set For Pride In Hull 2020
February 3, 2020
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Save the date for the most colourful day of the year: Pride in Hull will be back on July 25, 2020 – with pop icon Louise and RuPaul’s DragRace UK finalist Divina De Campo the first big-name acts to be revealed.

Pride in Hull, the free and inclusive one-day celebration of the LGBT+ community, will be returning to Queens Gardens for its 19th outing on July 25 with a line-up that once again features something for everyone.

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Cover The Coast All Set To Explore Again In 2020!

Cover The Coast All Set To Explore Again In 2020!
January 28, 2020
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Cover the Coast, the popular programme of walks and outdoor coastal activities for adults, organised as part of Active Coast, will once again explore the East Yorkshire coastline in 2020.

This year’s programme begins on Friday, 14 February with a Humber Bridge Walk starting at 10am from the bottom car park in the Humber Bridge Country Park.

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Daniel Sloss Brings Critically-Acclaimed Show To Region

Daniel Sloss Brings Critically-Acclaimed Show To Region
January 28, 2020
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This February, Vue invites you to experience one of the world’s most popular laugh-out-loud comedy shows, as Daniel Sloss brings his critically-acclaimed solo show Daniel Sloss: X to Vue Hull.

Performing off the back of an already glistening comedy career, Sloss’s record-breaking tenth solo show, and third comedy film, delivers a unique satire on the uncomfortable topics of modern society.

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ArtWaves Environmental Open Call

ArtWaves Environmental Open Call
January 28, 2020
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ArtWaves Festival launched the Environmental Project in 2019 as a strand of the overall festival to highlight current issues and raise awareness of negative practices impacting the environment.

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February Orangery Concerts At Sewerby Hall And Gardens

February Orangery Concerts At Sewerby Hall And Gardens
January 28, 2020
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February will have a few favourites at the Orangery at Sewerby Hall and Gardens with a selection of wide-ranging concerts.

On Sunday, 2 February at 1.30pm Peter Bull will play a variety of traditional instruments, including the hurdy-gurdy, bagpipes, dulcimer, recorders, flute and lute.

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