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Chris Packham joins families to open memory garden at Martin House Children's Hospice
Bereaved families supported by Martin House Children’s Hospice in Wetherby were joined by Chris Packham this week as they opened a new garden in memory of children and young people who have died.
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Works and replacement buses set to extend rail journey times for some York passengers
The disruption will affect services on Sunday, October 18, as trains are diverted between Doncaster and Peterborough, with rail replacement coaches serving intermediate stations, as Network Rail carries out engineering work at several sites.
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Man driving at 130mph towards York nearly killed taxi driver during police chase
A motorist with £310,000 of cocaine in his car nearly killed a taxi driver as he fled police at 130mph through Leeds Festival traffic, York Crown Court heard.
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York MP calls for public control of water after drought announcement
Luke Charters MP has called for water companies to be nationalised after Yorkshire was placed into drought due to low levels in reservoirs and rivers.
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Fountains by Floodlight returns with new show celebrating abbey’s history
Fountains by Floodlight has returned with a new projection show inspired by 900 years of history.
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Ripon Tinsel Tractor Run sets £10,000 target for 2026
Ripon Tinsel Tractor Run sets £10,000 charity target
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Starbeck primary unveils new school library
A new library has been officially unveiled at Starbeck Primary Academy following a year-long project to transform an underused room.
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Man accused of murdering woman on A1(M) in North Yorkshire appears in court
The date for the trial of a Newcastle man charged with murdering a woman on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire has been set.
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Ann Widdecombe killing ‘inextricably linked’ to Farage terror plot, court told
The killing of Ann Widdecombe and targeting of Nigel Farage’s home by an alleged extreme left-wing terrorist were “inextricably linked”, a court has heard.
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Man's body found in wooded area near Scarborough
Police have discovered the body of a man in a wooded area in Scarborough after a member of the public alerted officers.
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‘So, so wrong’ – Councillors concerned over new planning rules
A cross-party committee of councillors in Doncaster has expressed concerns over new planning rules introduced by the Government.
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York brewery events 'really well received' prompting new plans
Plans to support events held at a York brewery have been lodged following their success since they began this summer.
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Harrogate MP backs calls for broader investigation after rape and abuse claims at Army college
Allegations over rape and abuse claims at army colleges including in Yorkshire should not be treated as isolated incidents, MPs warn, amid calls to widen investigations.
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Charity hike across Shropshire Hills raises more than £2,100 for young people
A 30km charity hike from Environment Bank has raised more than £2,100 for Black2Nature.
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Welsh singer-songwriter returns to Pocklington for church concert
Welsh singer-songwriter Martyn Joseph is set to perform at All Saints Church in Pocklington next month.
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Sleep deprivation should not be worn as a badge of honour, politicians should prioritise rest - Kate Harry
For years, politicians have treated sleep deprivation as a badge of honour. From Margaret Thatcher's infamous confession that she only slept four hours a night to stories of late-night negotiations, early-morning interviews and punishing schedules.
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New Brazilian-Japanese restaurant to open in Harrogate
A new restaurant combining Brazilian and Japanese cuisine is set to open in Harrogate before the festive season.
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PICTURES - Salon which transports visitors to 'another world' opens in York
A new beauty salon which hopes to unite ‘science and soul’ has opened its doors in a York suburb.
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Almost two dozen people named in High Court action over alleged breaches at traveller site
Twenty-three people have been named in High Court proceedings over an unauthorised traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside following claims that a court order banning further development has been ignored.
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Why pain suffered by women continues to be overlooked - Daxa Patel
A major international study published this week revealed a gender pain gap and found that women report more pain than men across every part of the body examined. Researchers analysed self-reported pain data from more than six million people across 118 countries at 11 different sites of the body. Women reported a higher prevalence of pain.
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Ann Widdecombe suspect to appear at crown court charged over Farage terror plot
The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe is set to appear at crown court charged over a terror plot at Nigel Farage’s home.
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The lesson regional mayors need to learn from the Manchester City scandal - Ismail Mulla
Confession, I am a Liverpool Football Club fan. It’s an inheritance from my father who grew up watching the likes of King Kenny, John Barnes and Ian Rush delight fans every weekend. When I started watching them in the mid 90s, Liverpool were a shell of their former self.
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Haxby netball legend honoured as refurbished sports courts open in her name
Netball coach Val Kennedy, who has inspired generations, has had a sports facility named in her honour in Haxby.
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Community education provider repays kindness with £1,000 charity donation
Teach Me Happy has donated £1,000 to Derwent Lions in recognition of the support given to them shortly after opening.
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Look inside Starbeck Primary School's fantastic new library
The Mayor has cut the ribbon to mark the completion of a Harrogate school's exciting project devoted to children’s literacy
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Marketing boss to lift lid on AI strategy during York event
A marketing boss is set to lift the lid on AI strategy during an event at York St John University.
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Wildfire figures show why Britain needs to adapt to climate change and not just fight it
The fact that England has seen the second highest year on record for the number of wildfires this year is an illustration of why the dangers of climate change cannot be ignored. It is no longer an issue that impacts far flung places in other parts of the world but one that the whole of Europe including Britain needs to confront.
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Cost-of-living support needed but where is the money going to come from?
The Chancellor’s upcoming Budget is going to require not only fiscal prudence but also bold decisions that help ease the burden on families that continue to be squeezed by the cost-of-living crisis.
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North Yorkshire Police loses almost 250,000 hours to sickness in one year
Almost 250,000 working hours were lost to sickness at North Yorkshire Police last year amid concerns over comparatively high levels of long-term absence.
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Hurricane with 105mph winds could bring stormy conditions to UK
Good Morning Britain's Laura Tobin warns the remnants of a US hurricane will bring stormy conditions to the UK by the middle of next week.
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Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter to perform in Pocklington
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Josh Ritter is set to headline a show at All Saints Church in Pocklington.
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Band behind iconic Grammy winning album to open tour in York
A band who supported one of the UK's most iconic singers on a Grammy winning album are set to kick off a nationwide tour in York later this month.
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Age UK Darlington and North Yorkshire fears closure over funding gap
Age UK North Yorkshire and Darlington warns it could close within six weeks if funding is not found.
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Selby couple who lost twin daughters lead baby loss awareness campaign
Hayley and Neil Patrick-Copeland, whose twin daughters were stillborn, are leading efforts to raise awareness during Baby Loss Awareness Week.
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Sheffield stalker called and messaged ex 94 times in one hour
A dogged stalker called and messaged his harangued ex 94 times in one hour - “tracking” her where abouts by hacking Facebook and Apple accounts and using Vinted to badger her when he was blocked on other platforms.
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Man, 67, fighting for life after serious crash involving lorry
A 67-year-old man remains in a critical condition in hospital following a serious crash involving a car and a lorry in Wakefield.
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Award-winning folk trio to perform at Pocklington church
An award-winning folk trio, The Young'uns, is set to perform at All Saints Church in Pocklington later this year.
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North Yorkshire mayor David Skaith on using new health powers
The elected Labour mayor is giving a keynote public health speech at event in York.
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Full cast list for ITV's gripping new drama The Party starring Luke Evans
ITV will release a new gripping drama this weekend - see the full cast list, what it's about and how to watch it.
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Teenage girl suffers life-threatening injuries in crash that closed the roads
A teenage girl has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries following a crash involving a car in Rotherham.
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Bradford Council approves new flag policy despite 'not welcome' warnings
Bradford Council has approved its controversial new flag policy, with one Reform Councillor saying it will “promote patriotism” in the District.
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Hit Midsomer Murders stage adaptation heading to York on 2027 theatre tour
A stage adaptation of Midsomer Murders is coming to the Grand Opera House York as part of its 2027 tour.
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Award-winning aviation artist to showcase work at Yorkshire Air Museum
Aviation illustrator and comic artist Keith Burns will display his work at the Yorkshire Air Museum next weekend.
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Person trapped in vehicle after crash in North Yorkshire town
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Selby and Tadcaster were called to an incident involving two vehicles in Wistow Road, Selby at 7.41pm yesterday (Thursday, October 8).
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Vehicle ends up on its side after crash in North Yorkshire village
The county's fire and rescue service was called at 5.26pm last night (Thursday, October 8) to the crash in Ampleforth and involved two other cars which were parked with nobody inside.
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13 photos of families enjoying pumpkin picking and fun at Birchfield Ice Cream Farm
Families are making the most of the autumn season at Birchfield Ice Cream Farm's popular Pumpkin Festival 🎃
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Mayor joins India trade mission as leaders target £170m boost for Yorkshire
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire wants to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for Yorkshire and the Humber on a visit to India.
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Swan Lake to bring live orchestra and ballet to Harrogate's Royal Hall
Imperial Classical Ballet is bringing Swan Lake to Harrogate’s Royal Hall later this month.
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'I worked on Doctor Who and brought the tardis to Yorkshire'
Author and screenwriter Chris Chibnall, known for his work on Broadchurch and Doctor Who, is back in Sheffield, the city where his career began. Laura Reid reports.