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Hull sign O'Meley
Hull FC have signed Sydney Roosters prop forward Mark O'Meley on a three-year contract, subject to the Australian passing a medical. O'Meley becomes Hull's fourth signing for 2010 and their second from the Roosters after signing back-row forward Craig Fitzgibbon on a one year deal. Another of those players, Jordan Tansey, is currently on loan...
We're praying for our Harley
An east Hull couple have been left devastated by the news their eight-month old son has a rare, terminal brain condition. Eight-month-old Haley...
Homeless man's ninth breach of asbo
A man who has breached his Asbo for the ninth time by drinking in Beverley has told a judge he wants to get his pride and dignity back....
Police warn kids of BB guns danger
Police are planning to speak to primary school children to educate them about the dangers of guns after three youngsters were shot at...
Spotlight on theatre funds
Hull Truck Theatre has launched a fundraising scheme offering a VIP experience. Members will receive designated, engraved seats and...
Glimpse of rare bird at nature reserve
Endangered birds are the star attraction at an East Yorkshire nature reserve this summer. Spy cameras are recording the secret lives of...
Hang-out zones created across county
Hang-out zones have been created across the East Riding to curb anti-social behaviour. Despite the idea being welcomed, one resident...
Reward to catch cat killer
A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a cat poisoner in Gilberdyke. An anonymous Hull busin...
Firms can save money and the planet
Businesses in East Yorkshire are showing that thinking green does not only help the environment but also the company. The Deep and...
Police crack down on poachers
Police are cracking down on illegal hunting with dogs in the East Riding with the help of community partners. It follows the successful...
Hull sign O'Mele
Hull FC have signed Sydney Roosters prop forward Mark O'Mele on a three-year contract. O'Meley becomes Hull's fourth signing for 2010 and their second from the Roosters after signing back-row forward Craig Fitzgibbon on a one year deal. Another of those players, Jordan Tansey, is currently on loan with the Roosters from Leeds, while St Helens...
COACH Richard Agar has hit back at the critics and insisted his Hull FC side still have everything to play for this season. Currently...
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Hull Truck Theatre has launched a fundraising scheme offering a VIP experience.
Members will receive designated, engraved seats and tickets to the exclusive press nights.
Humberside Police warning over car thieves
Thieves are breaking into houses and stealing car keys before driving off in the owners' vehicle, police have warned. The offenders are...
HULL FC: Agar hits back
COACH Richard Agar has hit back at the critics and insisted his Hull FC side still have everything to play for this season. Currently out of the play-off places and with his squad numbers dwindling, there is a growing fear Hull's season is becoming one to write off. Some have even claimed this evening's clash with reigning champions Leeds Rhinos...
HULL KR: Clint wants more from half-backs
CLINT Newton says Hull KR must make better use of half-backs Paul Cooke and Michael Dobson. Rovers have lost three of their last four...
HULL FC: Tickle looks to improve
GATHERING together to analyse their latest loss, Hull FC's video reviews have been more like horror shows at times this season. Short...
HULL KR: Fox re-building bridges
PETER Fox believes Hull KR have a little bit of reputation rebuilding to do. Following their brilliant start to the season, KR have...
Former Hull City striker Andy Payton in cannabis arrest
Former Hull City player Andy Payton has been cautioned by police after 17 cannabis plants were seized in a drugs raid on his home. ...
Manchester United favourites to sign Hull City target Michael Owen
Manchester United are now firm favourites to sign Hull City target Michael Owen on a free transfer. Former England star Owen's Newcastl...
HULL FC: MOTU'S HULL CAREER IN DOUBT
MOTU Tony's season - and his Hull FC career - has been left hanging in the balance after suffering a freak injury. The 28-year-old full-back, who recently returned from a long-term knee injury, has been sidelined again following a suspected insect bite. He is now a major doubt to return before the end of the season And with his contract ending...
HULL CITY: OWEN BOUND FOR RED DEVILS
MANCHESTER United are now firm favourites to sign former England striker Michael Owen on a free transfer. Owen's Newcastle contract...
HULL CITY: Hamann the latest target
DIETMAR Hamann has emerged as Hull City's latest transfer target and they could offer the veteran midfielder a one-year deal next week....
HULL KR: Walker seeks flying start
CHEV Walker believes Hull KR will get back to winning ways against Catalans Dragons if they gain control of the game early on. Rovers...
HULL CITY: Duffen preaches patience
HULL City chairman Paul Duffen insists the drawn-out nature of their transfer bids is not yet a cause for concern. The club has £9...
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David Lister School to close early?
Troubled David Lister School may close early. The east Hull school is earmarked for closure in 2015, but council officials say they may look at...
Comment on this storyConman forced to pay back £12,000
Fraudster Richard Mackenzie has been ordered to pay back his ill gotten gains. The 59-year-old was ordered to pay more than £12,000 for...
Planners signal Tesco take-off
Plans for a new Tesco store in Hornsea look set to be given the go ahead by East Riding Council next week. The store will create 270...
Beverley legend that takes your breath away
Events are being held to mark the 600th anniversary of Beverley's North Bar. Events will include a full day of activities in the town...
Special measures 'unfair to Endeavour'
A former chair of governors has claimed it is "grossly unfair" Endeavour High School, in Beverley Road, Hull, has been placed in specia...
First Hull Trains: We will get better
First Hull Trains accepts its recent performance has not been good enough after receiving complaints from passengers. The company insis...
Talking poster spreads police pledge
Humberside Police are using pioneering technology to deliver their Policing Pledge to communities in Hull. A talking poster has been...
Beverley legend that takes your breath away
Events are being held to mark the 600th anniversary of Beverley's North Bar.
Events will include a full day of activities in the town centre on Sunday, July 12.
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Clough Road to reopen after flood
Clough Road, in north Hull, is due to re-open on Saturday after a burst water main forced emergency repairs. Council officers were...
Humberside Police warning over car thieves
Thieves are breaking into houses and stealing car keys before driving off in the owners' vehicle, police have warned. The offenders are...
Hotshots show burning ambition >vid
WITH VIDEO: East Yorkshire school children took part in the Mail's Hotshots Olympics in the scorching heat yesterday.
HULL FC: Dowes ruled out
HULL FC's Ewan Dowes has been ruled out of Saturday's clash with Leeds Rhinos with a calf problem. The Black and Whites are unwilling...
Lovegrove in, Aizue out
AS expected Rhys Lovegrove returns to Justin Morgan's 19-man squad for the trip to Catalans Dragons on Saturday. Lovegrove has missed...
No-hold-barred extravaganza
It has got to take a lot of bottle to climb between the ropes to take on some of these muscle-bound bruisers.
And at 6ft 4ins and 12st, Hull wrestler Nathan Irwin is, by grapple standards, far from being one of the biggest beasts in the rumble jungle.
When the 18-year-old makes his hometown wrestling debut this Sunday at...
Band are raring to go
Leeds band The Sunshine Underground feel like they're running to make up lost ground. After a while out of the limelight, holed up...
Academy back for HSM 2
More than 18 million people tuned in to watch the debut of Disney's High School Musical 2 on American TV. The franchise – set...
Endeavour High School in special measures again
Endeavour High School, in Beverley Road, Hull, has been placed in special measures following its most recent Ofsted inspection.
Funding blow won't stop Flemingate
A funding blow will not stop a £120m development near Beverley Minster. East Riding College has failed to secure funding for a £23m new...
Brown's bridge toll pledge
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has told the Mail the Government will look at "all aspects" of the case for and against the Humber Bridge...
'Castle Street work will go ahead'
Highways Agency officials have insisted plans to redevelop the A63 Castle Street are going ahead - despite reports in the national...
Boots sign is against rules
An East Riding ward councillor has hit out at national companies who are doing "just as they please" when it comes to planning applicat...
Rail woes 'may be benefit'
Moves by the Government to take over east coast rail operator National Express could prove good news for East Yorkshire passengers,...
Teen asbo for 20 kicks to head
A teenager has been given an Asbo after attacking a man who complained about him throwing litter in a Pocklington Street. Gregory Rober...
Nominate hero for community award
People are being invited to nominate local heroes for a new awards ceremony. The Humberside Fire and Rescue Community Awards will take...
HULL KR: Heat will be no excuse
HULL KR coach Justin Morgan insists the potentially sweltering conditions will not be an excuse for his side at Catalans on Saturday. Temperatures have reached as high as 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) this week in the South of France. But despite the Catalans' stars being more used to the conditions, Morgan insists it is not a...
HULL CITY: Fagan happy to face competition
CRAIG Fagan admits his place in the Hull City side will be put at risk by the arrival of new attacking blood this summer. But having...
HULL FC: Agar's warning
HULL FC coach Richard Agar has warned his players they could be �blown away' by Leeds if they fail to play at their best. The Black and...
HULL FC: Thorman back sooner rather than later
RICHARD Agar says axed scrum-half Chris Thorman will return to his side �sooner rather than later'. The FC coach's patience with the...
HULL KR: Lovegrove relishes return
RETURNING prop Rhys Lovegrove believes the competition for front row places at Hull KR can help push them to a top four finish. The...
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Tigers' record shirt sale hopes >video
Hull City are forecasting record-breaking sales of their 2009-10 home and away shirts when they hit the shelves next month. The Tigers,...
Hull City: Fraizer wants to join, says his dad
Fraizer Campbell wants his £6m move to Hull City signed and sealed - his father and agent has told the Mail. Campbell is yet to put pen...
FRAIZER Campbell wants his £6m move to Hull City signed and sealed - his father and agent has told the Mail. Campbell is yet to put pen to paper on the £1m-a-year deal offered to him by the Tigers three weeks ago. Growing interest from Sunderland and negotiations over his severance payment from Manchester United appeared to have...
HULL FC: Tony undergoes op
Hull FC's Motu Tony will miss Saturday's clash with the Leeds Rhinos after undergoing surgery. The 28-year-old has had an operation on...
HULL FC: Thorman eyes early return
AXED Chris Thorman hopes Shaun Berrigan's switch to the scrum-half role does not end his days as Hull FC's number seven. Thorman was...
HULL CITY: Duffen targets 50,000 shirt sales
HULL City are forecasting record-breaking sales of their 2009-10 home and away shirts when they hit the shelves next month. The Tiger...