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York opticians urge parents to book children's eye tests before school
Specsavers York and Specsavers Vangarde are encouraging families to book appointments for their children ahead of the new school term.
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The Government needs to deliver both short and long term economic growth
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has so far restricted his boat to gentle waters but soon he is going to have to sail further out and confront the stormy seas swirling around Britain.
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North Yorkshire artist's Richmond exhibition to help protect tropical forests
North Yorkshire-based artist Claire Milner’s solo show, Gardeners of Eden, will be on view at NoonPowell Fine Art in Richmond.
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Your questions sought on upcoming budget and council tax amid challenges facing York
People have been urged to submit their questions about City of York Council's upcoming budget.
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'Renovator's dream' six-bed Victoria townhouse to go under the hammer
A Grade II listed York townhouse described as a 'renovator's dream home' is set to go to auction next week.
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North York Moors could get first 'virtual' glamping site
A SET of new remotely managed glamping pods could be built in the North York Moors National Park.
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Baiting of police officers highlights Britain’s law and order problem
Britain needs to face up to the fact that it has a major crime problem. The Police Federation’s comments that young people were “baiting police officers” with dangerous driving is indicative of a wider collapse in law and order.
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Barnsley is already showing the potential of AI as Britain’s first Tech Town - Andrew Western
Six months ago, when we named Barnsley as the UK’s first Tech Town there were some naysayers. People who couldn’t see how, or even why, we’d want to plot Britain’s AI future, in the heart of South Yorkshire.
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Councillor speaks out over major roadwork project in York suburb
A councillor has reassured the public after communication issues have caused issues for a major roadworks project in a York suburb.
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York theatre-maker takes relationship awareness show across the Atlantic
Lise Kaye-Bell, founder of Soundproofbox CIC and creator of Red Flags, has taken her show to venues across America.
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Harrogate to host major international medical conference
Harrogate Convention Centre has secured a major international medical conference expected to boost the local economy by more than £600,000.
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History of Selby's War Memorial Hospital to be explored in upcoming talk
Selby Civic Society will host its next speaker event in September, exploring the history of Selby’s War Memorial Hospital.
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North Yorkshire ranked among UK's best places for access to nature
North Yorkshire has been ranked as one of the best places in the UK for nature access, according to new research from Blacks.
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Camera club's latest work features two bugs, a sunset and a faraway island
Malton and Norton Camera Club members latest work is highlighted in these
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Scarborough Sunrise Walk marks 18 years of fundraising for hospice care
Saint Catherine’s has launched its annual Sunrise Walk, now in its 18th year, taking place in Scarborough next month.
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Police called in after fire in York suburb
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to an abandoned motorcycle which was on fire in Acomb around 7.15pm yesterday…
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Potential £9 million investment into Halifax building – but is it necessary?
Potentially up to £9 million might be obtained to help restore and bring back into use a much-loved Halifax community centre – but councillors have been asked “but is it necessary?”
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Wine bar wins licence battle after fears it would disrupt ‘peace and quiet
A proposed wine bar in Mirfield has had its licence approved despite fears that neighbours would no longer be able to enjoy “peace and quiet” in their own homes.
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Exciting plans pitched for Batley’s ‘best shop in the world’
A plea has been made to build five maisonettes above what locals have dubbed “one of the best shops” in the world.
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Man dies after crash on main North Yorkshire road
A man has died following a crash on a main road in North Yorkshire.
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Man died in burnt-out car in North Yorkshire after fire likely started by cigarette
A 25-year-old man was found dead in a burnt-out car in North Yorkshire after a fire likely started by a cigarette, an inquest heard.
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York skin therapist takes home prestigious award
Award-winning skin therapies SKN by Ben is celebrating after being recognised for his contribution to the beauty industry.
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Repairs to buildings set to be transformed in major York street approved
Repairs to buildings in a major York shopping street which are set to be transformed have been given the go ahead.
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The time Hollywood star Johnny Depp causes a fan frenzy in York
The extraordinary scenes when Hollywood star Johnny Depp arrived in York and sent the city into a fan frenzy.
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Drunk driver fled crash leaving passenger with life-changing injuries
A 23-year-old man has been jailed for three years after driving dangerously while under the influence of alcohol and causing a crash in Hull that left his passenger with life-changing injuries.
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Forget 101 Dalmatians- these six pups stole the show at special reunion near York
Forget 101 - these six Dalmatians, a birthday cake, Champagne and a campsite full of wagging tails near York made for a memorable celebration.
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Plans for large clifftop home refused over stability and neighbour concerns
PLANS to build a large house at a clifftop location on the North Yorkshire coast have been refused over concerns about safety and its impact on…
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Motorcyclist dies in crash on major Yorkshire road
A motorcyclist has died following a crash on the A1246 near Selby, with police now investigating the circumstances.
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Grease, The Shining and Jurassic Park set for outdoor York cinema screenings
Singalong nostalgia, psychological horror and prehistoric adventure are all on the programme as outdoor cinema returns to York Museum Gardens.
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Stranger who tried to kill woman with bottle was stopped by public, judge hears
A woman who was attacked by stranger who tried to kill her with a broken bottle as she walked home from a meal out was saved by members of the public who had to knock the man unconscious to make him stop, a court has heard.
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Football shirts, beer and pizza combine as Rudy’s launches Negroni Week
A Harrogate pizzeria which opened earlier this year is launching a special offer which could spell a free pizza and Negroni for all of September.
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Exhibition within York’s ancient walls reveals city’s long-hidden Irish heritage
An exhibition in Fishergate Postern Tower is shedding light on York's Irish heritage, tracing the famine migrants who settled beside the…
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Major disruption expected amid strikes and engineering on railways
Rail passengers are being urged to only travel if essential this bank holiday with major disruption expected.
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Farmers warned to 'remain vigilant' to foot and mouth amid bluetongue outbreak
The calls come with at least 618 confirmed cases of bluetongue and more than 2,200 suspected cases, which are waiting to be tested.
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'Abominable' man jailed for arranging to rape child after explicit messages to decoy
A Hull man has been jailed after arranging to meet someone he believed was offering a one-year-old child for him to sexually abuse.
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Person 'sets fire' to fence outside home in North Yorkshire before fleeing
North Yorkshire Police is investigating an alleged arson outside a home in North Yorkshire.
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Archie Gray becomes youngest-ever Tottenham captain
Harrogate footballer Archie Gray became the youngest player ever to captain Tottenham Hotspur in a competitive fixture at the weekend.
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Fire crews called out to two incidents in Scarborough
Fire crews were called out to two incidents in Scarborough on Monday.
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Passenger disruption expected as rail bridge in Yorkshire undergoes £800,000 upgrade
Brotherton Bridge, near Knottingley has carried trains across the River Aire since the mid-19th century and will undergo essential engineering work…
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Crew called to North Yorkshire property following reports of smoke
A crew was called to a North Yorkshire property yesterday evening (Monday) following reports of a smell of smoke.
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Bin bags 'ripped apart and fly-infested' after weeks of missed collections in York
Bin bags left uncollected for weeks in a York neighbourhood have been ripped open by animals and infested with flies, a resident has said.
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'Dangerous duo' admit attack that left man and woman with serious head injuries
Two people have pleaded guilty to attacking a man and woman with weapons outside a Hull home, leaving both victims with serious head injuries.
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“There was no ‘pregnancy glow’ – I didn’t know neurodivergent motherhood could feel so different” | Harrogate Informer
A neurodivergent mum from Harrogate who spent nine months feeling trapped and overwhelmed inside her changing body, terrified for her unborn baby and
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‘Much-loved’ York man, 37, found dead at home
A “much-loved” York man, 37, died by suicide, a coroner has concluded.
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A66: Five more people - including 16-year-old boy - arrested over fatal crash
Five more people have been arrested following investigations into events surrounding the crash on the A66 in which two police officers and five people in a Volkswagen Passat died, police have said.
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Harrogate Town launch discounted Flexi Tickets for new season
Harrogate Town have launched five and ten-game Flexi Tickets for the 2026/27 season.
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City centre road in York closed for water mains works
City of York Council said Newgate, which connects King's Square and Silver Street across the northern junction of Shambles, will be shut to…
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Major kitchen retailer opens new store in North Yorkshire town
A kitchen retailer has opened a new showroom in Harrogate town centre.
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Harrogate Town Council to support Harrogate & District Community Action in new volunteering project
Harrogate Town Council has awarded £12,500 to an independent charity in support of a new project to empower young people to take part in volunteering programmes in the town.
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Community choir entertains crowds on Harrogate's Stray
A community choir entertained crowds with a selection of popular songs at a Harrogate pub’s summer garden party.