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'Dangerous' predator who targeted young girls on social media is jailed
One of the victims said she has 'nightmares about his face when I close my eyes'

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Campaign group's 'myriad of concerns' over plans for solar farm near Beverley
The firm behind proposals for Molescroft Solar Farm has addressed each of the issues raised


Colleagues pay tribute after body found in search for Hull man Matthew Hall in Italy
Matthew Hall's employer Quickline Communications had five team members in Italy to help with the search

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Luke Campbell 'delighted' as Hull & East Yorkshire secures new renewables fund
'I know how challenging it is financially for councils at present, so I am delighted we have secured this funding '


EDF says customers can save £351 on energy bills
New deal also sees energy customers save £500 elsewhere


Hull Poundland store set to close after company announces restructuring plan
One of the city's stores is among the 25 that will be closed in August


Bitterns: First ever breeding success for rare bird at Yorkshire nature reserve
A nature reserve in East Yorkshire has had its first ever breeding success with the UK’s loudest bird.


Hull roads to get essential upgrades starting next week - full list
The focus will be on roads that form part of Hull’s major road network and main bus routes


'I missed Oasis' homecoming gig after going into labour minutes before they came on stage'
Many are suggesting names such as Sally or Lyla for Faye's as-yet unnamed daughter after she went into labour just as support act Cast were going on stage


Yorkshire Wildlife Trust announce breeding success as bittern spotted at North Cave Wetlands nature reserve
The Trust is hopeful visitors will be treated to more juvenile sightings in the days and weeks ahead


New base for Lymers Assist as they expand operations
Lymers Assist Ltd are on the move – to a larger site to house their expanding Hull-based operations.


Seven-week road closure for improvements including widening and resurfacing
The scheme in the Watton area will see works completed to a road that is 'badly in need of improvement'


Yorkshire thunderstorms: Yellow weather warning issued for thunderstorms in Leeds, York, Sheffield, Bradford, Hull and Harrogate over weekend
A yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for thunderstorms set to hit areas across Yorkshire - here is everything you need to know.


Major Hull employer INEOS invests £30m to slash carbon emissions by 75%
The Saltend site of the chemicals giant employs more than 300 people and hundreds more in its supply chain


Man punched in bar suffered injuries that made for 'harrowing viewing'
The culprit had accused him of looking at his girlfriend


Appeal to raise £15,000 to pay 'astronomically high' vet bills for Hull-area cat rescue
"Jenny is such a humble person. She wouldn’t ask for help in the way I have, even when faced with an astronomical vet bill"


Call for John Prescott statue shut down by Lib Dem councillors
The council leader argued the statue would not be a good use of taxpayer money


Hull City transfer news: Long-serving defender set for exit
Blackburn Rovers are closing in on the signing of Sean McLoughlin, 12 months after missing out on the Hull City defender.


Two men arrested after car crashes into East Yorkshire café
The building was left with 'extensive damage'


16 and 17-year-old voters could have swung election in one East Yorkshire constituency
Labour have announced 16 and 17 year olds will be able to vote in the next general election
