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A major £2.5m cremation upgrade plan has been approved in this North Yorkshire town
A MULTIMILLION-POUND project to replace two cremators in North Yorkshire has been given the green light.
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Harrogate Town sign attacking midfielder from Yorkshire rivals
Harrogate Town have announced their tenth signing of the Summer as Josh Hmami signs from Halifax Town for an undisclosed fee.
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North Yorkshire farm to open its sunflower field with over 20k blooms
Spilmans, near Thirsk, is set to open the gates to its sunflower field this weekend.
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Crash closes main road in both directions - motorists warned
Drivers are being warned of an incident along the A165 Bridlington Road.
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How man from North Yorkshire aged 25 created £2.5bn firm and is worth $1billion
Harrogate-born entrepreneur James Dacombe now has an artificial intelligence company valued at around £2.5million.
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Thief strikes in York city centre - police launch investigation
A thief has stolen a high-value folding bike from Blake Street in York.
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Ripon’s massive vote of thanks in the Portly Pig’s fabulous footie fundraiser | Harrogate Informer
It was time for hands up and a unanimous vote of thanks to Stuart and Katie Ross, Helen Cotterill-Smith and her husband John, as two Ripon charities shared
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Traffic restrictions announced for Selby and Kelfield in latest public notice
Temporary speed and traffic restrictions have been announced for Camblesforth Road in Selby and Main Street in Kelfield.
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Ripon footie fundraiser raises £5,400 for two local charities
Two Ripon charities have shared more than £5,400 following a community football tournament organised by the team behind The Portly Pig.
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Thief targets hairdressers in North Yorkshire
A thief has hit a hairdressers in Rythergate, Cawood.
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Man in his 50s found dead at home in North Yorkshire
A man in his 50s has been found dead at his home in Gatesgarth Close, Scarborough.
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Harrogate Comedy Festival 'thrilled' to welcome Reece Shearsmith Maisie Adam and Richard Ayoade
Harrogate Theatre is preparing to welcome some of the biggest names in comedy as Harrogate Comedy Festival returns this autumn.
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Traditional North Yorkshire village show returns tomorrow
A NORTH Yorkshire agricultural show which aims to showcase the best of rural life returns today (Wednesday).
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North Yorkshire deputy mayor aware of concerns over emergency accommodation
YORK and North Yorkshire’s deputy mayor is aware of concerns on the coast about the impact of emergency accommodation on neighbouring residents.
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Emergency services called to crash on major road into York
Emergency services have been called to a crash on the A166 into York.
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Traditional North Yorkshire village show returns tomorrow
A NORTH Yorkshire agricultural show which aims to showcase the best of rural life returns today (Wednesday).
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York village cricket club moves match after Travellers pitch up on grounds
As reported by The Press today (Tuesday, August 4), caravans are camped in Rufforth Playing Fields, off the B1224 Wetherby Road and home to a local…
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North Yorkshire street to reopen following water leak
A STREET in a North Yorkshire town is due to reopen tomorrow (Wednesday) following a water leak.
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Mayor of Ripon meets police over anti-social behaviour concerns
The Mayor of Ripon has met with North Yorkshire Police to discuss concerns over anti-social behaviour, illegal e-bike use and suspected drug dealing in the city.
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Final tickets released for Symphonic Ibiza as major Harrogate show date approaches
The final tickets for Symphonic Ibiza have now been released as the countdown begins to one of Harrogate’s biggest summer nights at the Great Yorkshire Showground.
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Man in his 50s found dead at home in North Yorkshire
A man in his 50s has been found dead at his home in Gatesgarth Close, Scarborough.
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Drivers warned of heavy traffic after bus breaks down in busy York road
Motorists are being warned of heavy traffic along a main street in York after a bus has broken down in Holgate Road.
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Martha Crossley: Plaque honours remarkable Halifax businesswoman and philanthropist
A plaque honouring remarkable businesswoman and philanthropist Martha Crossley has been unveiled in Halifax.
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North Yorkshire street to reopen following water leak
A STREET in a North Yorkshire town is due to reopen tomorrow (Wednesday) following a water leak.
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North Yorkshire farm to open its sunflower field with over 20k blooms
Spilmans, near Thirsk, is set to open the gates to its sunflower field this weekend.
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Traffic restrictions announced for Selby and Kelfield in latest public notice
Temporary speed and traffic restrictions have been announced for Camblesforth Road in Selby and Main Street in Kelfield.
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Emergency services called to crash on major road into York
Emergency services have been called to a crash on the A166 into York.
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Green councillor who beat Sheffield Council leader in May stands down after 3 months
Walkley councillor Andy Davies said: “I was not prepared for the huge weight of expectation and obligation
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North Yorkshire deputy mayor aware of concerns over emergency accommodation
YORK and North Yorkshire’s deputy mayor is aware of concerns on the coast about the impact of emergency accommodation on neighbouring residents.
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Fire and Rescue teams attend ongoing incident in York city centre
Two fire crews have been called to an incident in Micklegate, York.
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Teenage boy helping police with enquiries after farmland fire
Emergency services were called to reports of a fire on farmland, off Bullamoor Road in Northallerton, at around 3.30pm yesterday (3 August). The fire, which consisted of multiple hay bales, was brought under control by North Yorkshire Fire...
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Drivers warned of heavy traffic after bus breaks down in busy York road
Motorists are being warned of heavy traffic along a main street in York after a bus has broken down in Holgate Road.
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Thief strikes in York city centre - police launch investigation
A thief has stolen a high-value folding bike from Blake Street in York.
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Leeds man among four arrested over 'atrocious' illegal waste dumping
Four men have been arrested over “atrocious” illegal large-scale dumping of waste at a site in Wigan, the Environment Agency said.
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Andy Burnham tells victims he wanted to 'go further' on prison early release
The Government has announced that rapists, child sex offenders and some grooming gang perpetrators will be exempt from the early release scheme, designed to tackle overcrowding in jails.
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York village cricket club moves match after Travellers pitch up on grounds
As reported by The Press today (Tuesday, August 4), caravans are camped in Rufforth Playing Fields, off the B1224 Wetherby Road and home to a local…
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More powers for York and North Yorkshire to address ‘challenges holding county back’
York and North Yorkshire has gained greater access to more devolved powers which will help address “some of the structural challenges holding our…
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£120,000 plan to manage antisocial teenage gulls approved
A £120,000 plan to tackle the ‘antisocial behaviour’ of gulls in North Yorkshire has been approved by North Yorkshire Council. A new long-term blueprint for managing gulls across Scarborough, Whitby and Filey will be introduced as part of a...
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Double event in York this weekend with VJ commemoration and a special birthday
On Sunday, August 9, members of the popular York Inset Scooter Club and guests will ride from Digby's Cafe overlooking Sherburn-in-Elmet…
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Cauwood Day Service in Malton saved and will move to new buildings
Families have spoken of their relief after alternative premises were revealed to replace a day care centre for adults which is to shut. Senior councillors today (Tue 4th Aug) approved the closure of the Cauwood Day Service in Old Malton...
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Travellers pitch up on York village playing field
Eyewitnesses said nine caravans are camped this afternoon (Tuesday, August 4) on York village playing fields.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Corrie this week as ITV makes schedule changes
Emmerdale and Coronation Street have been axed from the TV schedule on Friday (August 7) - here's when you can watch the soaps this week.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Corrie this week as ITV makes schedule changes
Emmerdale and Coronation Street have been axed from the TV schedule on Friday (August 7) - here's when you can watch the soaps this week.
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Campaigners launch legal challenge over Vale of York services
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. Kirby Hill RAMS (Residents Against Motorway Services) has...
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Why it is called Whip‑Ma‑Whop‑Ma‑Gate in York city centre
The reasoning for the street name in York city centre near the Shambles has been unearthed.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Corrie this week as ITV makes schedule changes
Emmerdale and Coronation Street have been axed from the TV schedule on Friday (August 7) - here's when you can watch the soaps this week.
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Update issued after reported aggressive Asian hornet sighting in North Yorkshire
There’s been what is described as a ‘credible’ sighting, backed up with a photo, of a yellow-legged Asian Hornet in Ripon. The National Bee Unit is asking us to look out for them over the next few weeks. They are rare in the UK but if they...
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'Grateful' family reunited with 16-year-old dog after heroic rescue in Yorkshire
Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team has helped save a 16-year-old treasured family pet along the Flamborough coast.
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Credible yellow-legged Asian hornet sighting reported in Ripon as experts urge public to stay vigilant
A credible sighting of a yellow-legged Asian hornet has been reported in Ripon, prompting action by the National Bee Unit and renewed calls for members of the public to remain vigilant.
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How The Hotel Inspector helped revive Yorkshire farming and camping business
Following Breaks Fold Farm’s appearance on The Hotel Inspector the owner has made changes to help revive her camping business.