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York band with global following to headline fundraising event
A high-energy brass band with a global following is set to headline a special fundraising night.
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North Yorkshire Police loses almost 250,000 hours to sickness amid absence concerns
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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Harrogate MP calls for independent support in army abuse investigation
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has called for independent specialists to support an investigation into rape and abuse claims at army training facilities.
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New toilets scheme for people 'caught short' in Harrogate town centre
A new Gotta Go Scheme in Harrogate supported by local cafes and businesses will remove the anxiety of finding a toilet
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North Yorkshire Police loses almost 250,000 hours to sickness amid absence concerns
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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Two in three people with dyslexia are undiagnosed – here are the signs to look out for
A Harrogate psychology clinic is highlighting the signs of dyslexia that can go unnoticed in children and adults during Dyslexia Awareness Week (5–11 October).
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Ripon Runners to host community run to promote women’s safety outdoors
Ripon Runners is to host a community run later this month to highlight the safety concerns that can prevent women from exercising outdoors after dark.
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17 properties in the Harrogate district that are new to the market this week
There are some lovely properties across the Harrogate district that are new to the market this week
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Tales of the unexpected at Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival
Hemingway performed in a sauna is set to be an unusual highlight of the forthcoming Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival
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'Fantastic'- up to £925,000 York parks efforts welcomed amid future questions
Progress on improvements to York's parks with works worth up to £925,000 have been welcomed amid questions over what will happen next.
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Harrogate domestic abuse charity launches match-funded appeal
A Harrogate charity is appealing for donations that will be doubled through a national fundraising campaign.
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Growing concern after vandals repeatedly target North Yorkshire nursery fence
Repeated vandalism targeting Time Out Nursery in Sherburn in Elmet's perimeter fence is causing growing concern for staff, children, and parents.
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Police release name of man charged with murder after fatal A1(M) crash
A 22-year-old woman from Newcastle died when a silver VW Golf and silver Ford Transit collision near Barton, on the southbound carriageway of the motorway, between junctions 57 and 56 on Sunday, October 4.
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Britons likely to celebrate Christmas with less alcohol this year, says Tesco boss
UK consumers will be keen to celebrate Christmas this year given an uncertain global environment but will likely opt for “marginally healthier” choices with less alcohol consumption, Tesco has said.
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Ripon Runners to host community run to promote women’s safety
Ripon Runners are to stage a nighttime community run to call attention to the unwanted outdoors curfew many women feel during the darker months
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Rudding Park's bonfire night: "There's nothing quite like it"
This year's Rudding Park bonfire on Saturday, November 7 is set to be the biggest yet
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Woman dies following collision on A59 near Flaxby
A woman has died following a collision on the A59 near Flaxby yesterday afternoon (Wednesday 7th October).
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Make the York–Scarborough rail service half-hourly to ease A64 congestion - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Dr David Pendleton, Filey.
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Raffle helps York pupils visit Japanese art exhibition at city gallery
A raffle by Claredon Fine Art in York has helped give pupils an inspiring introduction to global art and culture.
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York jury out in trial of man accused of sexually assaulting young child
A York jury is today considering its verdict in the case of a man accused of sexually assaulting a very young child.
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Drink driver crashed into bus when more than three times alcohol limit court hears
A drink driver has lost her home and job after she crashed into a bus near the city centre, York magistrates heard.
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Motorists warned after crash on major road in North Yorkshire closes lane
A lane along the A1 in North Yorkshire has closed following a crash.
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Two vehicle crash on main road in East Yorkshire town - emergency services at scene
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to Marton Road in Bridlington at 2.40pm yesterday (Wednesday, October 7).
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Clear battle lines drawn by Kemi Badenoch as she says the next election will be a ‘battle for the soul of the nation’
Clearly defined battle lines have been drawn across the Westminster political divide following Kemi Badenoch’s speech at the Tory Party Conference.
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Police launch identity appeal after alleged theft of bank card in York
North Yorkshire Police has launched an identity appeal after the alleged theft and subsequent use of a bank card in York.
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Campaigners question how infrastructure for 3,500-home community will be delivered
Campaigners oppose Heronby, a proposed 3,500-home community near York and Selby, questioning traffic, infrastructure funding and delivery ahead of October 15 plans.
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North Yorkshire Council announces road and footpath closures for works
North Yorkshire Council has announced multiple temporary closures of roads and footpaths due to various works.
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Ripon Library to host free family theatre show this half-term
A free family theatre show is coming to Ripon Library this October half-term.
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Plans for new Lidl store on site of former hotel and country club 'moving forward'
Proposals for a new Lidl store on the site of a former hotel and country club are “moving forward”, the company has said.
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ care experience highlights valuable lessons about choice, liberty and lasting powers of attorney - Hanna Whitehead
Recent headlines about Sir Ranulph Fiennes have raised serious concerns. The latest developments suggest Sir Ranulph is home, but prior to this, reports varied widely. Relatives and friends alleged that the 82-year-old explorer, who has Parkinson’s disease, had been moved between care homes under false names and denied some visitors.
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The York cheese shop with a national following that has scooped a top honour
Love Cheese has been named Food Retailer of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards for its artisan produce, tasting experiences and customer service.
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How empty York church could be transformed as plans backed
A York church is set for a new lease of life following the approval of plans.
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Free theatre show from award-winning company on offer across North Yorkshire
York theatre company Next Door But One will perform The Firework-Maker’s Daughter at six libraries across the county this October half-term.
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Tom Gordon MP calls for independent experts to support army college abuse investigation
The letter, signed by six MPs whose constituencies include some of the facilities being investigated, says the allegations should not be regarded as isolated
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Prisons crisis lays bare the issues with tagging criminals - Jayne Dowle
Thousands of prisoners are leaving jail early due to overcrowding and the public is being wrongly reassured that nevertheless, they will be kept under surveillance.
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Few places that show off autumn quite like North Yorkshire - Carl Les
Hard to beat! Almost matching the title of the TV programme – Heartbeat – that as well as presenting amusing tales of the straight and not so straight folk of the Moors also showed off our wonderful scenery to millions of viewers. Many in their thousands still come to find those picturesque places today even though Heartbeat has been off prime time TV for many years.
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North Yorkshire patients offered new travel help for hospital appointments
A transport service launched by University Hospitals Tees is being expanded to improve access to hospital care for patients in rural North Yorkshire.
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UK bank's return to branch operation in East Yorkshire town moves a step closer
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has approved plans by Barclays Bank to occupy a vacant town centre unit in 39 Saturday Market, Beverley.
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Dark Skies Fringe Festival returns to North Yorkshire with night-time events
The Dark Skies Fringe Festival will be held across the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales International Dark Sky Reserves.
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Man charged with murder after fatal motorway collision close to North Yorkshire
The reported fatal crash happened at around 6.10pm on Sunday, October 4, on the southbound carriageway of the A1(M) near Barton, between Junctions 57 and 56.
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Bold fashion brand loved by Sara Davies and Alison Hammond opens in Harrogate
Loved by Sara Davies, Jodie Kidd, Sabrina Elba, Alison Hammond and Kate Lawler, Scamp & Dude is opening in Harrogate. Founder Jo Tutchener Sharp tells Yorkshire Post Fashion Editor Stephanie Smith about the lightning bolt moment that led to a fashion community of caring.
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Woman dies at the scene of crash on major road near Yorkshire village
A woman has died following a crash on a major road close to a Yorkshire village, police have said.
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North Yorkshire Council’s 100 per cent second homes tax to face scrutiny review
A 100 per cent tax on second homes in North Yorkshire will be put under the spotlight after councillors said further evidence is needed on the policy’s impacts.
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York woman guilty of racially abusing neighbour in flats
A long-term York resident is scared to leave his flat and is planning on leaving the city because of his neighbour's racial abuse, magistrates heard.
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Festive tractor run returning to Ripon with ambitious £10,000 fundraising goal
The Ripon Tinsel Tractor Run has set a £10,000 fundraising target for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
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Appeal following fatal A59 collision near Flaxby
If you can help, please contact North Yorkshire Police using one of the following methods:
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Questions remain after man’s death on Yorkshire golf course, family says
The family of a 26-year-old man whose body was found on a Harrogate golf course has said questions remain over his death.
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Yorkshire Air Ambulance launches final push for £9m base near Thirsk
Yorkshire Air Ambulance is launching a final push to raise vital funds to finish its new £9 million Northern Airbase.
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Woman dies following fatal collision on A59 near Flaxby as police appeal for witnesses
A woman has died following a fatal collision on a major road near Knaresborough as police appeal for witnesses and dash cam footage.
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Why reopening Doncaster Sheffield Airport will be a big success: Christian Foster
Over the past year or more, we’ve started to build something special at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. While the roots of this reopening project can be traced back to late 2022, the decision made by SYMCA at their September 2025 board meeting, was the springboard for activity to really ramp up.