News Summary:
On September 24, 2026, Kcom supported the roll-out of the "Hull and East Riding Progress Online" digital inclusion tool across the Hull area. This KCOM-backed tool aims to help local residents access digital services and identify required support, expanding its use from East Riding Council to Hull City Council. Designed for front-line staff, it assists individuals in getting online, building digital confidence, accessing council services, improving skills, and finding affordable connectivity. Previously, on September 21, 2026, Kcom awarded its latest round of Community Grants to six local groups, including Myton Warriors U12 Girls Rugby League team (GBP 450), Priory Rigers U10s Girls football team, Bransholme Bears U8 Rugby League team (GBP 450), Hornsea First Aid Centre (GBP 755), Oscar's Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity (GBP 500), and LetsTech Together. Earlier, on September 10, 2026, KCOM recognized two Hull charity campaigners, Chelsey Dalee and Dawn Thompson of the suicide prevention charity Mysterious Minds, as its latest Hometown Heroes, who were greeted by pop superstar Calum Scott at a cream phone box named in their honor.