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York music venue granted protected status in bid to retain it for community
A former music venue in York with a national reputation has been granted Asset of Community Value status in a bid to retain it for the community.
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York apprentice to cycle 400 miles with friend for life-saving cancer research
Jake Turner from York is cycling the length of the East Coast Main Line with Declan Kiely to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
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Campaign group slams 'lack of movement' on cycle lanes at York railway station
York Cycle Campaign claimed "completed" bike lanes built as part of the Station Gateway project in Queen Street and parts of Station Road…
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Former police officer admits multiple counts of misconduct in public office
A former West Yorkshire Police officer has admitted to multiple counts of misconduct in public office.
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Housebuilder donates £1,500 to York Hospital neonatal unit appeal
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,5000 to York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity’s Tiny Lives Appeal.
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Cricket fans call for new pitch at Sheffield park in deprived city area
Sports fans have asked for better cricket facilities at a Sheffield park in a deprived city area set to benefit from £20m in improvements.
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Harrogate hotel offers business owners chance to win a luxury break
The ‘Holiday from your Business’ package, launched by DoubleTree by Hilton Majestic Hotel & Spa, is offering a break for senior business…
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North Yorkshire runner takes on one of UK’s toughest endurance events
Rachel Ross Russell, from the North Yorkshire Moors, will tackle the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra in the Lake District in September.
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Selby couple inducted into prestigious British Country Music Hall of Fame
Susan and Nigel Green, from Selby, have become members of the prestigious British Country Music Hall of Fame.
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'Barcode on trees is a zany idea' - proposal after Walmgate tree fall sparks debate
A proposal to put barcodes on public trees is “zany”, says today's lead letter writer. Other topics include the solar eclipse, water…
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"I run a Northern sauna company - there are three things every wild swimmer should know"
As the weather warms, Yorkshire residents are looking for refreshing places to go wild swimming.
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Historic North Yorkshire pub named after town's icon reveals reopening date
The historic Mother Shipton Inn has announced a re-opening date.
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More than 100 classic tractors heading to major Harrogate vintage sale
Cheffins’ annual Harrogate Vintage Sale will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground this weekend.
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Why is our new Prime Minister already swanning off on a holiday? - Sarah Todd
Holidays have been on your correspondent’s mind. These reflections were, of course, prompted by our new Prime Minister swanning off on a holiday after being in the country’s top job for a fortnight.
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Popular outdoor education centre near Whitby faces closure in shake-up
More than 70 years of residential stays at East Barnby Outdoor Centre could end after council chiefs were advised to cancel planned investment in…
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Milk supply being impacted as Yorkshire braces for another heatwave
Milk, fruit, vegetable and grain supply are all likely to be significantly impacted by the ongoing drought, experts warned yesterday, as the country prepares to go into its fifth heatwave of an already record-breaking summer.
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York firm reports 26 rise in turnover to £139.8million
An escorted rail holiday company has reported strong financial growth, with turnover rising by 26 per cent to £139.8 million.
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Altofts: Appeal hearing to be held over 164-home plan refusal near Wakefield village
A developer has appealed a decision to refuse planning permission for 164 homes to be built near a Wakefield village.
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New manager joins Flemingate as Beverley shopping centre continues to grow
Amy Whittaker has been announced as the new centre manager at Beverley’s Flemingate shopping centre.
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around York, according to petrolprices.com.
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Easingwold woman takes on 177-mile walk to raise money for Dogs Trust
Sports massage therapist Emma Landrie, from Easingwold, is taking on a 177-mile walking challenge to raise funds for Dogs Trust.
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'Incredible gem' hotel named one of the best castle hotels in England
The Swinton Park Hotel near Ripon has been named one of the best in England thanks to its many restaurants and activities.
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Britain needs a long-term strategy on tackling extreme weather conditions such as drought
The Government can no longer afford to be passive to the threat of drought, with almost three-quarters of England in “flash drought” as a dry start to August follows the country’s driest July on record.
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Social care is not a burden, it is an economic driver - Gillian Smith
Andy Burnham’s recent commitment to reform adult social care is welcome and long overdue. For decades, social care has been recognised as one of the biggest challenges facing public services, yet meaningful reform has repeatedly been delayed.
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Homelessness reached its most severe levels in decades this year - Louise Reed
Homelessness across all indicators reached its most severe levels in decades this year, and as the founder and chief executive officer of Focus4Hope I see the impact first-hand.
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Former home of esteemed writer in Yorkshire hits the market – for £3.5 million
The former home of an esteemed writer has hit the market in Yorkshire – for £3.5 million.
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More than 550 runners sign up for bear-themed charity run in York
Hundreds are taking part in the Big Bear Run, which will take place on August 16 at Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park.
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Final homes up for sale before next phase of Driffield development
Barratt Homes says eight homes remain for sale in the current phase at Mortimer Park in Driffield.
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Bank holiday rail disruption as £800,000 Knottingley bridge works begin
Network Rail is investing £800,000 in essential works on the historic Brotherton Bridge near Knottingley.
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Failure on prison capacity has spread across multiple governments, the solution is rehabilitation
The failure to provide sufficient prison capacity has now spread across both Conservative and Labour governments.
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Man's 'miraculous' recovery after colleagues saved him highlights importance of CPR
A MAN who made a 'miraculous' recovery after his work colleagues performed CPR on him for 15 minutes has stressed the need for everyone to…
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Hundreds of new adult learning courses launched across York and North Yorkshire
Hundreds of new adult learning courses are now available across York and North Yorkshire, backed by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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How to book a Michelin-starred getaway in Sheffield for under £140
Foodies now have the chance to book a Michelin-starred getaway in South Yorkshire for under £140.
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Patient airlifted to hospital after medical incident on York Minster roof
Multiple emergency services helped lower a patient down from the roof of York Minster after a medical incident.
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One-Day Cup: Lancs, Leics, Notts, Middlesex, Yorks & Durham qualify for knockout stages
Leicestershire, Lancashire, Nottinghamshire, Middlesex, Yorkshire & Durham all qualify for the knockout stages of One-Day Cup.
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Council outlines plan to renovate and replace historic bridge marred by safety issues
Work to replace a historic city centre bridge is set to begin later this year.
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Six fire engines tackle blaze at North East van dealership as smoke seen for miles
Six fire engines have been called to a blaze at a North East van dealership.
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Date Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak this week - how to see the Perseids
You could see up to 100 meteors per hour during the Perseid meteor shower.
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RECAP cordon now removed on County Durham street after 'suspicious item' found
A cordon is currently in place on Robert Terrace in Shield Row, Stanley as investigations into a suspicious package are ongoing.
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North Yorkshire's first fixed speed camera back - a year after it was knocked over
The first ever fixed speed camera in North Yorkshire has been re-installed - a year after it was knocked over.
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North Yorkshire's first fixed speed camera back - a year after it was knocked over
The first ever fixed speed camera in North Yorkshire has been re-installed - a year after it was knocked over.
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How to make pinhole projector for solar eclipse as stocks run low on special glasses
A partial solar eclipse - with around 90 to 96% coverage - will be visible from the UK on Wednesday.
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‘A huge shame’: York bar to close due to ‘considerable rent increase’
A York bar has announced it is closing. Wet, which opened on Micklegate last October, will shut for good in September. It follows a large hike in rent, the team says. Number 110 Micklegate had previously been home to Fish and Forest. When...
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'The beer is spot on' as much loved Sam Smith's pub in York reopens
The doors are back open, and the pints are being enjoyed at the much-loved Sam Smith's owned Wellington Inn at Fishergate, York
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'The beer is spot on' as much loved Sam Smith's pub in York reopens
The doors are back open, and the pints are being enjoyed at the much-loved Sam Smith's owned Wellington Inn at Fishergate, York
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Combine harvester catches fire in field in North Yorkshire village
A combine harvester caught fire in a field near Selby today (Tuesday).
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Harrogate passengers say new Northern rail app system 'saves money on tickets'
Harrogate passengers are to have access to ticketless rail travel for an additional 12 months as part of trials for a new digital tickets system.
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Police hunt two men after 'theft' from home in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police is searching for two men in connection with an alleged theft in Harrogate.
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More than 120 homes to be built on site of former Lloyds Bank
Building work is set to start on an affordable homes scheme in Leeds after the city council gave planning permission.