Laura Cross

England, United Kingdom

Audience Editor at Hull Daily Mail

Audience Editor at Reach PLC

Audience Editor at Grimsby Telegraph

Articles

Bridlington RNLI issues safety advice as temperatures rise

1 month ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has today issued safety advice as the weather continues to get warmer. While temperatures are expected to cool somewhat as we approach the Early May Bank Holiday, there's no denying that spring has arrived, bringing with it some glorious sunshine and warm temperatures. As a result, the lifesaving charity is expecting to see an increase in visitors at the coast.
Queens Gardens refurbishment progresses as Guildhall Road footpath reopens

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

From today (Friday, April 25), part of the footpath along Guildhall Road in Hull city centre will reopen following 'significant progress' along the edge of Queens Gardens. Hull City Council has announced the footpath will reopen in phases, improving access for pedestrians. Parking bays which were within the works area will now be available for use. The redevelopment of Guildhall Road is designed to enhance the area’s functionality and aesthetics and was widened to increased pedestrian traffic.
Queen Victoria Square fountain update as Hull City Council release statement

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

Hull City Council has today (Friday, April 25) released a statement regarding Queen Victoria Square fountains. The fountain was installed in Hull city centre ahead of the UK City of Culture in 2017 and quickly became a popular attraction for families during the summer months. In January, the Leader of Hull City Council, Mike Ross, was challenged during a full council meeting on when the fountains would be operational again after not being operational in 2024.
Overnight road closure announced for roundabout resurfacing works

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

Essential carriageway resurfacing works are set to begin next month, Hull City Council have announced. Taking place on the roundabout connecting Brighton Street, Witty Street and Freightliner Road, the scheme will aim to renew the failed area of the carriageway. This will ensure the highway provides a safe and even surface for traffic with adequate grip and skid resistance, the council says. Works will start on Friday, May 2 and last four nights to complete - weather permitting.
Interactive family-friendly art exhibition to take place at Ferens Art Gallery

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

A new family-friendly exhibition is coming to Ferens Art Gallery this summer. Parts of the gallery will be transformed into an immersive space, filled with large technicolour digital art projections. The digital art responds to visitors' movements and encourages attendees to be creative. Visitors will be invited to enter a world filled with digital life-forms, bright colours and ambient sounds when Microworld opens on Saturday, May 24.
Cineworld Hull announces 25th anniversary celebration

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

Cineworld in Hull has announced its 25th anniversary celebration for film-lovers. Promising a weekend of entertainment and nostalgia for people of all ages, the even is in support of charity partner, MediCinema. The charity build and and run cinemas in NHS hospitals to screen the latest films for patients and their families across the UK. Celebrations will take place on May 3 - 4 at its site on Kingswood Retail Park, with exciting activities special screenings and prizes.
Volunteers wanted at Sewerby Hall Gardens and Zoo

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

A wide range of volunteering opportunities are up for grabs at Sewerby Hall, Gardens and Zoo. The role spans across the house, gardens and zoo offering a fantastic way to gain valuable experience, try new things and enrich the community. East Riding of Yorkshire Council says that the voluntary roles make a real difference to the cultural offer of the venue, helping to preserve and enhance the beauty of the site.
Warning to people in Hull as more than £3,000 in fines issued for littering

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

People in Hull are being urged to dispose of their litter responsibly by Hull City Council. It comes after nine people were recently convicted for littering after failing to pay fixed penalty notices. The individuals received criminal records and in total were ordered to pay £3,538, the council says. The offences took place in a number of locations across the city, including: Newland Avenue, Mount Pleasant, Hessle Road, Boothferry Road, Fern Close, Holderness Road and Walker Street.
New 'pocket park' created in west Hull

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

A new 'pocket park' has been created at land south of St Thomas More Road in west Hull, as part of Hull City Council's pocket parks scheme. The pocket park is in an area which can be enjoyed and maintained by the community, with the site now welcoming a dedicated trail path, as well as the planting of tree saplings. The grass has been maintained but left at a length which will encourage biodiversity, the council have said.
Man charged following 'reports of stabbing' in Hull city centre

2 months ago | hulldailymail.co.uk | Laura Cross

A man has been charged after Humberside Police were called to 'reports of a stabbing' in Hull. The force said that they were called to the reported incident on Carr Lane in Hull during the early hours of Saturday, April 19. Police received a call at approximately 2:00am with reports that a man had allegedly sustained a stab wound following an altercation outside of a pub.