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Young farmers need help to fight isolation threat
The chairman of Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs has said the organisation is “more relevant than ever” as those producing food become increasingly isolated while performing their daily tasks.
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From farm to firewood at Humberton
Exactly a century ago today, nineteen year-old ‘Tut’ Sowray was walking his family’s stock twenty miles from Lamb Hill, between West Tanfield and Masham, to set up on their then newly-tenanted farm at Humberton, near Boroughbridge, where the fourth generation to farm here, David Sowray, farms today with his wife Rachael, albeit now with several other strings to their bow, and the fifth generation too.
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Engineers in high speed rescue for part of York's city centre lifesaving team
An essential part of York’s nightlife safety measures was out of action for most of last night - but will be back on patrol tonight, thanks to high-speed engineers.
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Man 'seriously injured' after entering tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
A man has sustained “serious injuries” after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, police have said.
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Police incident on York bridge
Police were out in force near Ouse Bridge yesterday evening as the city centre was busy with racegoers and others celebrating the start of the weekend.
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I visited the world's tallest student tower that costs £410 per week for top floor views
It takes less than a minute to travel from the ground floor to the top of Yorkshire’s newest skyscraper – a 45-storey student accommodation tower near the arena in Leeds.
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Facelifted Kia EV6 review: Is this now the best electric family car under £50k?
The facelifted Kia EV6 features a larger 84kWh battery, sharper headlights, a smoother ride and an upgraded interior.
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Families pay heartbreaking tributes to two teenagers killed in crash
The families of two 19-year-old men who died in a crash in Rotherham have paid emotional tributes to their loved ones, describing the devastating impact of their deaths.
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MoD warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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West Yorkshire Police officer convicted of sexual assault
A West Yorkshire Police officer has been convicted of sexual assault after standing trial.
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Speedy justice for man who went on the run from North Yorkshire court
A vandal got speedy justice and a night behind bars when he failed to attend court to answer for his crime.
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GP surgery in York to close to patients until next year for safety reasons
Doctors in York have announced that a GP surgery will be closed entirely from a week on Monday until after the New Year.
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'Dangerous duo' attacked man and woman with machete and hockey stick
A “dangerous duo” attacked a man and woman in Hull, leaving them with serious head injuries, the city’s Crown Court heard.
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Prison near York apologises after inmate was able to phone domestic abuse complainant
The male remand prison for York and North Yorkshire has tightened its controls on prisoners making phone calls after an inmate managed to phone a domestic abuse complainant hundreds of times.
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'Frustration' over York river safety prompts call for action to 'save lives'
There is an urgent need to make York’s River Ouse safer following incidents on one of its bridges which has repeatedly closed due to emergencies, a leading local politician has said.
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Alison Hammond’s panic attack experience hits close to home: Christa Ackroyd
Alison Hammond is to the outside world the most confident of confident women. At the top of her game, she has never looked better or been more successful. And in a world that churns out what is so often expected of women on TV, and in life, in terms of looks, personality and character, she is quite simply a breath of fresh air.
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Jeffrey Archer obituary: The author turned 'nearly man' of British politics
Jeffrey Archer, who has died at 86, pursued a vivid and erratic political career, dogged by scandal and beset by obstacles, which ended in July 2001 with the ultimate disgrace of four years’ imprisonment for perjury and perverting the course of justice.
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Special report: Search for lost WW2 soldier killed in plane crash above Holmfirth
It is hard to imagine the blinding terror that must come in the moments before impact. To see the ground coming closer and to comprehend that you’re about to die in a plane crash.
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New project seeks volunteers to explore and protect special landscape
HISTORIC England has joined forces with York Archaeology and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust in a major project to help reveal the history and heritage of one of the country’s most significant historical landscapes.
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Archaeological efforts to find Cpl Clarence Watson’s remains show the importance of remembrance
The mission to find the last missing serviceman, 82 years after a US aircraft crashed into a hill above Holmfirth during the Second World War, is a reminder of the importance of remembrance.
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New Calendar Girls? Yorkshire WI group turn to biking for Ladies in Leather calendar
Meet the new Calendar Girls – a Yorkshire WI group who have chosen motorbikes and biker outfits to attract younger members and raise funds for charity. Laura Reid reports.
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The murky RAF Fairford incident may have just taken a headache away for Andy Burnham - Patrick Mercer
The wires are still buzzing with rumour and counter rumour about the ‘incident’ at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire a few days ago. Fairford and a handful of other airfields have always been high on the target list of any of Britain’s enemies because they play host to nuclear tipped US aircraft and it’s a fair bet that when tensions are high security will be even tighter around these sites than normal.
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around Malton this weekend
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around Malton.
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Ministry of Defence warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has warned that the turbines from a proposed wind farm on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales would cause unacceptable interference with military radar systems and could pose a danger to low-flying aircraft.
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Bishop Burton, East Yorkshire: The fairest Burton village of them all?
A hatful of villages in Yorkshire, stretching from Burton in Lonsdale, about ten miles from the Irish Sea, to Burton Pidsea, a few miles from the North Sea, have names containing Burton, Old English for fortified farmstead.
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WATCH: Drug dealer jailed after 130mph chase ends in crash and taxi driver injured
A drug dealer who reached speeds of more than 130mph while fleeing police on the A1(M), before crashing into a taxi and seriously injuring its driver, has been jailed.
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Why was North Yorkshire’s bid to become an AI growth zone knocked back?
The Government needs to come up with a clear explanation of why North Yorkshire’s bid to become an AI growth zone has been knocked back. If the Government wants to empower communities then it needs to be transparent when bids such as this are impacted. It can’t just simply point at the published bid criteria and say that “all bids are assessed on their individual merits”.
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North Yorkshire farmers consider quitting amid growing pressures
NORTH Yorkshire farmers are facing mounting pressure as the NFU and Scarborough-based McCain warn of falling food production and declining confidence
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The rising York food hotspot that has been named one of the best in the region
Why Black Wheat Club has been named New Opening of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards.
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Energy and enthusiasm at the Labour Party conference was palpable - David Blunkett
So, the party conferences are over. As I've noted on previous occasions, these gatherings may have made no impression whatsoever on the general readership – who, whilst having a passing interest in current affairs, might not be tuned into the internal rallying cries of these annual get-togethers.
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10 remarkable old photos of a changing city and the York we used to know
Photos of old York in the 1990s capture the Barbican’s rise, Naburn Hospital’s demolition, Terry’s Chocolate Works and a changing city.
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‘Ease the burden’: John Healey urged to cut taxes on high street shops
Chancellor John Healey has been urged to “ease the burden” on high street shops in this month’s Budget.
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Award-winning folk musician to perform at Howden's Shire Hall
Award-winning musician Phil Beer will perform at Howden’s Shire Hall on October 17.
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'Every effort to minimise costs' - David Skaith rules out flying business class for trade visit to India
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has revealed whether he will fly business or economy class on a trade visit to India.
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‘We must build unity, not division’ - York MP in warning over ‘remigration activist'
Rachael Maskell MP has called for people to “build unity, not division” after so-called “remigration activist” Young Bob visited York.
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Wetherby town centre to welcome artisan market packed with seasonal goodies
The Little Bird Made Artisan Market will take place in Wetherby town centre on Sunday, October 11.
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Man, 79, dies after serious crash involving two cars on Yorkshire road
A 79-year-old man has died following a serious crash involving two cars near Otley, with several roads closed as police investigate.
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'Frustration' over York river safety prompts call for action to 'save lives'
There is an urgent need to make York's River Ouse safer following incidents on one of its bridges which has repeatedly closed due to emergencies, a leading local politician has said.
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Pocklington model swaps hard hat for high heels in national competition final
A model is swapping hard hats for high heels as she takes on a major modelling competition this week.
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Classic car business marks special anniversary with star-studded congratulations
A NORTH Yorkshire business marked a special milestone with congratulatory messages from stars including Nigel Mansell, Rachel Weisz, Alan Shearer and Richard Hammond.
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Bedale chef first woman in 50 years to win prestigious award
Ruth Hansom of Bedale says she's 'really proud' to be named National Chef of the Year.
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Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across Malton businesses
The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Malton restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed.
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More than eight in 10 farmers struggling to plan for the future, report finds
More than eight in 10 farmers are struggling to plan for the future amid mounting uncertainty.
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Art on a plate but good value too: why this York restaurant stands the test of time
York restaurant review: Arras earns praise for imaginative fine dining, generous portions and good-value lunch menus at Peasholme Green, York
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'Increased presence of uniformed officers' - More officers on Sheffield’s transport from next September
South Yorkshire’s Mayor says new transport network will come with “an increased presence of uniformed officers” amid plans for a better, and more orange, bus network.
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What is the 'add me on WhatsApp' scam as over 3,600 complaints made to regulator
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) received more than 3,600 complaints about these automated calls in September.
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Popular York venue reveals plans for new winter extension
A popular riverside venue has unveiled a new winter space that will allow it to expand its offer during the colder months.
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Warning over victims fleeing domestic abuse as North Yorkshire group speaks out
There is a huge amount of work being done to get people fleeing domestic abuse into safe accommodation, a group has said after a national warning.