Laura Cross

England, United Kingdom

Audience Editor at Hull Daily Mail

Audience Editor at Reach PLC

Audience Editor at Grimsby Telegraph

Articles

Eight weeks of footpath improvement works set to begin

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

Essential resurfacing works are set to begin in Hull’s West Carr area, Hull City Council has announced. The scheme will involve resurfacing area of footpaths which have deteriorated, as well as addressing sections that have been vandalised. Once finished, the newly improved footpaths will provide a safe and even surface for local residents, while also enhancing a number of green spaces within the neighbourhood, the council says.
Supplies to be sent to Scunthorpe British Steel to help keep blast furnaces going

1 week ago | grimsbytelegraph.co.uk | Helen Corbett |Laura Cross

Supplies are set to be sent to British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant to help keep its blast furnaces burning. The materials, sent from the US, are enough to keep the furnaces running for weeks, the Department for Business and Trade said, adding that they have been paid for out of its existing budget. It follows the Government's emergency intervention on Saturday when both the Commons and Lords deliberated on legislation to prevent the blast furnaces from potentially being shut down.
East Yorkshire locations set for £3.5m of road improvements - full list

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

£3.5m of road improvements are set to be carried out across the East Riding area this spring and summer in a bid to protect against potholes and other damage. East Riding of Yorkshire Council has revealed the list of locations set to receive these improvements as it announces the investment from its annual surface dressing programme. Work is set to begin on April 23 and is expected to take around 13 weeks to complete, weather depending.
Easter treats to be handed out as part of special giveaway - with chance to find golden egg

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

TransPennine Express (TPE) are launching an Easter egg giveaway to spread some seasonal joy this April. Starting today (Monday, April 14) and running until Thursday, April 17, customers travelling through selected stations will be greeted by members of staff handing out specially designed TPE-branded Easter egg boxes. Each box will contain a handful of small chocolate eggs and a limited number of the boxes will include an extra surprise.
Work completed to help reduce antisocial behaviour at 'crime spots' in Bridlington

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

Work has been completed to improve security measures around 'crime spots' in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire Council has confirmed. The council has recently replaced brick walls and thin metal sheeting around Dukes Park with a fence, in order to increase visibility. Graffiti on the footpath adjacent to the park has also been removed, both of which will help reduce incidents of crime and antisocial behaviour.
Free compost giveaways returning in May

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

Free compost giveaways will return for residents in the East Riding, the council has confirmed. Eight events will be help from May 3 to May 27, with the East Riding of Yorkshire Council ’s waste and recycling team handing out 5,000 bags of compost to local residents. The giveaways will begin in Beverley before moving on to Preston, Goole, Hornsea, Pocklington, Withernsea, Driffield and Carnaby.
Tell us the shops you would like to see in Hull city centre

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

Sadly, our high streets are no longer the vibrant shopping destinations they once were. It's a great shame. While online shopping has its merits, there's nothing quite like viewing what you're about to purchase in store. As for clothes shopping, there's the ease of being able to try items on without the faff of waiting for it to arrive and then return it if it doesn't fit.
Time to nominate the best place to get a breakfast in Hull and East Yorkshire

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

You really can't beat a good traditional breakfast. From bacon, hash browns and a spoonful of beans, a cooked breakfast is the perfect way to start off most days. And with plenty of pubs, cafes and restaurants across Hull and East Yorkshire, there's so many options to chose from. That's why we need your help. We're on the lookout for the best place to get a breakfast in our area. You can submit your nominations in the form below.
Man charged following reports of 'indecent exposure'

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

A man has been charged following reports of indecent exposure, Humberside Police have confirmed. One of the alleged incidents took place in the Cottingham area on Sunday, April 6. A woman was out running at approximately 8pm when she is reported to have been followed by a man before he indecently exposed himself. The second reported incident took place in Hull on Saturday, January 4. Humberside Police have now spent the last few days reviewing CCTV and undertaking house to house enquires.
Eighteen-year-old arrested following reports of 'indecent exposure'

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

An 18-year-old has been arrested following reports of an indecent exposure incident, Humberside Police have confirmed. A woman was out running in the Hallgate area of Cottingham on Sunday, April 6, when she is reported to have been followed by a man at around 8pm. It is alleged that a man "indecently exposed himself and committed a sexual act" before fleeing the scene.