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Family pay tribute to 'beloved and beautiful' girl found dead in Arbroath
The family of nine-year-old Minnie Merriman, who was found dead at an industrial estate while her family were camping in Arbroath, have described her as “beloved, absolutely incredible and beautiful”.
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‘Does it work?’ New Strictly host Emma Willis becomes face of M&S Beauty as it launches new skincare products
TV presenter Emma Willis, host of the BBC’s flagship show Strictly Come Dancing when it returns next month, is the new face of M&S Beauty skincare range Formula.
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Main road between York and Hull blocked this morning with up to 30-minute delay
The AA Traffic News is reporting that the A1079 is blocked in the East Yorkshire village of Bishop Burton, outside Beverley, between Finchcroft Lane…
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Director charged over cancelled Yorkshire Dales Food and Drink Festival
Jon Arrowsmith and his firm Cocker Hoop Creative Ltd face charges over the cancelled Skipton event.
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Police appeal for man wanted in connection with alleged burglary in York
North Yorkshire Police said a 20-year-old man is wanted in connection with the alleged burglary and is believed to still be in the city.
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Items stolen from York shop with police searching for woman
Items have been stolen from TG Jones in Coney Street, York.
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Victoria Shopping Centre to host summer of family fun
Victoria Shopping Centre in Harrogate is inviting families to enjoy a series of free summer activities throughout August.
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The York roof-top bar with stunning views and live music
York's Sora roof-top bar comes wit food and cocktails on the roof of Malmaison hotel as well as a KFC dish.
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Search for missing 13-year-old ends after body recovered in Hornsea
A body has been recovered following an extensive overnight search for a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty while swimming off Hornsea.
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Royal Patron set to visit York Racecourse | Harrogate Informer
York Racecourse has said that it is honoured that Her Majesty The Queen Consort, Royal Patron of the course, has agreed to visit the Ebor Festival on
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Major £5.8m redevelopment to begin at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal
A major £5.8 million redevelopment project at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal is set to begin next month, with part of the World Heritage Site closing to visitors for around a year.
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Return of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival chosen by the Guardian as ‘one of the Top 3 literary festivals in UK’
Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival will return with a bang this autumn with a host of national treasures and literary stars including Dame Prue Leith and Julian Clary.
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Major search underway for boy, 13, in sea off Yorkshire coast
A major search is underway to find a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty while swimming in the sea off Hornsea in East Yorkshire.
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Release of PC killers a ‘kick in the teeth’, says North Yorkshire Police Federation
The early release of two of police officer Andrew Harper’s killers is a “serious kick in the teeth for the loved ones and colleagues of…
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Harrogate Town Complete Transfer for Attacking Midfielder Josh Hmami | Harrogate Informer
The attacking midfielder joins on the back of a standout season with The Shaymen which yielded 19 goal contributions from midfield.
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Arrest after alleged fight in North Yorkshire pub with man taken to hospital
North Yorkshire Police said the alleged assault happened in The Moors Inn in Headlands Road, Appleton-le-Moors, on Saturday, August 1.
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Sweet shop opens at North Yorkshire attraction as part of series of improvements
Lightwater Valley has unveiled a traditional sweet shop as part of a series of improvements at the attraction.
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National Trust announces 12 month closure of entrance at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon
The National Trust has announced the appointment of The HACS Group to deliver a "once-in-a-generation project" at a UNESCO World Heritage Site at Fountains Abbey.
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Taser used after ‘out-of-control’ dog bites two people in North Yorkshire
Two people have been left injured after being bitten by an “out-of-control” dog in East Ayton near Scarborough, police said.
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Man charged in connection with death of Yorkshire girl, 9, in Arbroath
A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a nine-year-old child in Arbroath.
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Yorkshire couple call metal detectorist mid wedding after losing ring on beach
A bride was forced to call in a metal detectorist at her wedding - after her ring flew off her finger mid-ceremony.
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Row over top North Yorkshire restaurant’s outdoor seating plan
DOZENS of residents have clashed over a top North Yorkshire bar and restaurant’s outdoor seating proposals.
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Vale of York: Campaigners launch legal challenge over services decision
Campaigners opposing the proposed Vale of York motorway service area (MSA) have launched a High Court challenge against North Yorkshire Council’s decision to approve the scheme.
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Village produce show returns to North Duffield after 25-year break
North Duffield's community will see the comeback of the much-loved Produce & Handicraft Show.
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Jeremy Clarkson's 'thank you letters from benefit claimants' idea should go even further: Sarah Todd
NOW, The Yorkshire Post weekend edition remains an institution in our family. But being away from home – a very rare occurrence – meant that with no YP we had to make do with The Sunday Times.
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People must ‘urgently come together’ to keep ex-York hospital site for public - MP
A “coalition of the willing” must “urgently come together” to help keep the former Bootham Park Hospital site in York for the public,…
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York hotel launches special VIP menu for furry canine guests
The Milner York has launched a dog-friendly dining experience in response to increasing demand.
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Police incident closes bridge across river in York city centre
The Press was at Ouse Bridge, in Low Ousegate and Bridge Street at 7.25pm yesterday (Tuesday, August 4) with police, the ambulance service and two…
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Youth Theatre returns to York Theatre Royal main stage with classic show
York Theatre Royal’s Youth Theatre will present Wendy & Peter Pan on the main house stage next month.
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Rapists and 'serious' child sex offenders will no longer be released early
The Government apologised to the family of Pc Andrew Harper as two of his killers remain eligible for early release.
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Pennines partnership key to road and rail improvements - The Yorkshire Post says
The Yorkshire Post has long held the view that working with our partners over the Pennines is key to seeing the North of England thrive.
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Pocklington campaign aims to install 25 more life-saving defibrillators
A new charity campaign, Heart of Pocklington, hopes to raise funds for 25 new defibrillators.
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Farmers need help after extreme heat - The Yorkshire Post says
Yorkshire is not officially in a drought – but a journey across the region’s precious rural plains reveals what an agonising summer it is proving for our farmers.
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Police searching for 13-year-old boy missing in sea off Yorkshire coast
A search and rescue operation is under way to find a teenage boy who got into difficulty in the sea off the East Yorkshire coast, police have said.
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Paintings, pop-up beach and Rapunzel: Nostell Priory set for summer of fun
Families are invited to engage with Wakefield’s Tudor history in a new way by exploring a famous painting of Thomas More at Nostell via interactive games and activities.
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App-based businesses must not ignore Europe’s accessibility wake-up call: Jason Crispin
The digital economy does not stop neatly at national borders. A UK business can sell into Europe through a phone, a checkout page or a booking app, often without opening an office overseas.
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North Yorkshire residents urged to prepare for home phone overhaul
North Yorkshire households are the latest to be included in Openreach’s digital switchover programme.
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Fancy living in a ‘distinguished’ period home in York? Now you can – for £325,000
A unique chance is being offered to live in a period home off Tadcaster Road in York – for £325,000.
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Pop-up campsite planned on land earmarked for holiday cabins near Richmond
A pop-up campsite could be opened on land earmarked for a controversial holiday park near the banks of the River Swale.
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Roaring T. Rex to bring free dinosaur fun to Selby this weekend
A free dinosaur-themed event will take place at Market Cross on Saturday, August 8.
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New accessibility cards launched as major North rail upgrade continues
The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) has introduced new Customer Communication Cards to help disabled passengers.
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Wildlife Trust issues warning after fires destroy Sheffield nature reserve
The Wildlife Trust has urged people to remain vigilant after a series of suspected deliberate fires destroyed wildflower meadows and threatened homes.
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North Yorkshire attraction reduces family ticket prices for summer
Castle Howard, located in North Yorkshire, has introduced a 15 per cent discount on family and child tickets until September 1.
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Yorkshire campsite becomes world's first accredited arboretum
Flaxton Meadows, located in Flaxton, has been accredited by the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program for its commitment to tree conservation.
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Middlesbrough drug dealer sentenced after police drone spots park deal
A drug dealer who was caught on a police drone carrying out a crack cocaine deal in a Middlesbrough park has been sentenced by the courts.
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North Yorkshire museum welcomed visitors from around the world to Roman festival
A North Yorkshire museum hosted yet another successful Roman Festival last month, which proved to be a huge boost for local heritage.
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New Network Rail exhibition explores climate change and the railway
The Summer Rail Garden installation by Network Rail explains how rising temperatures can affect rail operations.
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around Malton this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in Malton, according to petrolprices.com.
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Family's house hunt ends with two generations moving to Snaith estate
Darren and Deborah Parker unexpectedly purchased a home in Bellway’s Penny Way development after helping their daughter in her own house hunt.
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Yorkshire businesses encouraging visitors to enjoy old school skill - of postcard writing
It is considered by some to be a dying practice, but now more than 180 North Yorkshire businesses are inspiring visitors to rediscover the joy of holiday postcard-writing.