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New scheme launches to support community events in York and North Yorkshire
A new equipment sharing scheme for York and North Yorkshire is set to make organising community events easier and more affordable.
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'More factory than mortuary’: Plans for up to 700 bodies stored at York site slammed
Proposals for a mortuary to store up to 700 bodies in a York business park would see people’s remains kept in an undignified, industrial facility, objectors have claimed.
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'A real step forward' - council executive welcomes plans to improve health service
Plans for a National Care Service have been welcomed in York.
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York Mosque shooting incident: Man charged
A man has been charged after an air rifle was fired near York Mosque in the early hours of Thursday. But police say there’s no evidence that this was a hate crime. The incident at the mosque on Bull Lane sparked a major police...
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Bill Oddie obituary: The comedian turned conservationist loved at home and abroad
Bill Oddie, who has died at 85, found fame in the 1970s as one third of The Goodies, but went on to establish a reputation as an ornithologist, conservationist and television presenter on wildlife.
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Harrogate to launch 'world’s biggest little play festival' with extraordinary number of entries
Organisers of a forthcoming Harrogate event labelled the “world’s biggest little play festival” say they have experienced an “extraordinary response” from the creative community.
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Swimming pools in York forced to close after burst water pipe
York Sport Village was forced to close its swimming pools after a burst water pipe.
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Popular Italian restaurant and bar in York unveils new summer terrace
Lucia, in Swinegate, York, is raising a glass to summer with the launch of a new outdoor dining experience.
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Families able to get first look of brand-new nursery near York at open day
Families are invited to explore a brand-new nursery at a special open day taking place this weekend.
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Harrogate Community Festival | Harrogate Informer
Harrogate Community Festival will take place at Valley Gardens, Harrogate, on Tuesday, 11 August, 2026, from 10am to 2pm.
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Man charged after ‘shot fired’ outside York Mosque
A 44-year-old York man has been charged after a shot was allegedly fired outside York Mosque using an air rifle.
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War of words over appointment of new council housing boss in York
THE choice of Cllr Dave Merrett to take on City of York Council's housing brief has provoked a row.
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Swimming pools in York forced to close after burst water pipe
York Sport Village was forced to close its swimming pools after a burst water pipe.
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Local carer scoops coveted care title | Harrogate Informer
Lynnette Sellers at Boroughbridge Manor in Boroughbridge has been crowned Deputy Manager of the year for the North East & Scotland Division in the
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Five popular North Yorkshire parks awarded 'best-kept' and 'heritage' status
Public spaces in Whitby, Scarborough and Filey were awarded Green Flag status by Keep Britain Tidy, recognising them as some of the country’s…
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North Yorkshire hotel with outdoor hot tub turned into 22-person Airbnb
A NORTH Yorkshire hotel with an outdoor hot tub will be turned into holiday accommodation for more than 20 people.The Lonsdale Villa in…
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York attraction wins its fourth major award this year
A York attraction is on a winning streak – as it wins its fourth award this year. Just 18 months after opening its doors, family-owned The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring on Merchantgate has now collected four major awards, since...
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Five popular North Yorkshire parks awarded 'best-kept' and 'heritage' status
Public spaces in Whitby, Scarborough and Filey were awarded Green Flag status by Keep Britain Tidy, recognising them as some of the country’s…
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York contestant creates ‘one of the best things we've ever seen’ on Sewing Bee
A York contestant has made ‘one of the best things we’ve ever seen’ on BBC’s The Great British Sewing Bee. Anna, who is part of the St Leonard’s Hospice retail team in York, has blown the judges away in the latest episode of the popular...
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North Yorkshire hotel with outdoor hot tub turned into 22-person Airbnb
A NORTH Yorkshire hotel with an outdoor hot tub will be turned into holiday accommodation for more than 20 people.The Lonsdale Villa in…
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Signs removed and parking lot empty as York garage closes its doors
A York garage has closed after much speculation around whether it would shut its doors.
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Micklefield Park: Rawdon historic villa could become flats
A historic west Leeds villa could be converted into flats if plans can be agreed with the city council.
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Art Technician Joe hoping Lego will sell his York College-inspired 'Workshop in a Toolbox' set | Harrogate Informer
Lifelong Lego fan Joe Bailey is hoping the world-famous building-brick company likes his “Workshop in a Toolbox” creation so much that they will start making
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Popular Italian restaurant and bar in York unveils new summer terrace
Lucia, in Swinegate, York, is raising a glass to summer with the launch of a new outdoor dining experience.
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Fire close to industrial estate - smoke seen for miles
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said one of its crews was sent to fields behind Full Sutton Industrial Estate in Common Lane, between the…
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York river the colour of pea soup again – here is what's going on
York's River Foss is the colour of pea soup again – here's why.
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'A real step forward' - council executive welcomes plans to improve health service
Plans for a National Care Service have been welcomed in York.
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Yorkshire's elected mayors welcome new powers from Burnham
Yorkshire's mayors will receive a share of income tax revenue for the first time, the PM says.
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Bin lorry catches fire in North Yorkshire village
Crews were called to a bin lorry on fire in North Yorkshire this morning (Friday). It happened on Main Street,** Leavening**, near Malton, at** 11.17am**. A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “Crews from...
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Firefighters tackled blaze in North Yorkshire village
Crews responded to reports of the rear end of a bin wagon on fire in Main Street, Leavening, earlier today (Friday).
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Family-friendly event in Harrogate will 'strengthen community connections'
A new free festival is to be launched in Harrogate by North Yorkshire Council to “strengthen community connections”.
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York river the colour of pea soup again – here is what's going on
York's River Foss is the colour of pea soup again – here's why.
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The myths and legends that draw visitors to Scarborough including smugglers’ secret doors
There are many reasons millions of visitors flock to Scarborough - some include the fascinating myths and legends that haunt the Yorkshire coast town.
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Yorkshire's £1.75m payment to CEO's firm 'under investigation' by Cricket Regulator
The Yorkshire Post has seen correspondence between the Regulator’s investigations manager, Steve Kirby, and members confirming the probe into the county.
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Five North Yorkshire parks named among the best in the country
Looking for an award-winning, free family day out on the coast this summer? You’re in luck. Five green spaces across Scarborough, Filey, and Whitby have just been named among the best-kept parks in the country. The prestigious Green Flag...
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Signs removed and parking lot empty as York garage closes its doors
A York garage has closed after much speculation around whether it would shut its doors.
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Disgraced Yorkshire funeral director to be sentenced in ‘unprecedented’ case
Disgraced Yorkshire funeral director Robert Bush is to learn his fate after a five-day sentencing hearing in which more than 200 victims described…
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North Yorkshire man’s plan for extra parking space refused over ‘unacceptable’ impact
A North Yorkshire man has been told he cannot create an additional parking space outside his property due to the unacceptable impact the plans would have on the heritage area. Andrew Moore’s application to demolish a brick garden store in...
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£70,000 replacement for Whale Bone Arch revealed as famous landmark to be removed
A REPLACEMENT £70,000 Whale Bone Arch is set to be installed by the council to safeguard one of the most recognisable landmarks in a North…
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£23,700-a-year North Yorkshire school comes top for value in UK rankings
An independent school in the Vale of York has been named the best value co-educational private school in the UK.
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Pocklington Mayor’s very personal charity appeal for defibrillators
After raising more than £33,000 for Dementia Forward over the past three years, Mayor Roly Cronshaw has set himself a new challenge: improving the chances of Pocklington residents surviving a cardiac arrest.
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Ripon goes all-out for Yorkshire Day and historic St Wilfrid's Procession
Ripon will host its famous St Wilfrid's Procession this weekend but it’s only one part of the city’s celebrations to mark Yorkshire Day.
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York mayor welcomes ‘biggest shift of powers’ out of London ‘we’ve ever seen before’
David Skaith has welcomed Andy Burnham allowing regional mayors to keep a share of the taxes collected in their area.
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Crews tackle field blaze close to industrial estate
North Yorkshire and Humberside firefighters joined forces to tackle a blaze east of York today (Friday). The fire was in fields behind Full Sutton Industrial Estate between Full Sutton and Fangfoss. It sent a large plume of smoke in the air...
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'Simply unsuitable' - councillor to question Home Office on asylum seeker plans
Fresh concerns have been raised about controversial plans to house asylum seekers on a former RAF base in Linton-on-Ouse, near York.
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New scheme aims to 'open doors into creative world' for young people in York
A new scheme is aiming to spark creativity and opportunity for young people.
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£70,000 replacement for Whale Bone Arch revealed as famous landmark to be removed
A REPLACEMENT £70,000 Whale Bone Arch is set to be installed by the council to safeguard one of the most recognisable landmarks in a North…
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York public toilets top league table for best loos in the north
York Station is home to the best train toilets in the north, topping a new league table based on passenger reviews.
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WATCH: Cash, cocaine and stolen motorbike seized in dawn raids
This is the moment police raided a property in Bradford during an operation to crackdown on drugs in the city.
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LIVE Robert Bush sentencing: Funeral director jailed for 20 years
About 80 victims and family members attended Hull Crown Court on Friday to watch the sentencing of funeral director Robert Bush