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Historic York church goes up sale – Yours for £600K
A York church is up for sale – and could be redeveloped “for a variety of uses”. Clifton Methodist Church could be yours for “offers in excess of £600,000”. As well as what the details describe as the “main church room”, the two-storey...
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The statistic that puts York ahead of every other city in England
York has the lowest share of young people in England not in employment, education or training, according to research by Centre for Cities.
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All jobs lost as 'world first' Scotch whisky distillery goes into liquidation
ALL jobs have been lost after a Scotch whisky distillery, thought to be the first community-owned distillery in the world, was forced to call in administrators.
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New shop opens in busy York suburb
A new shop has opened its doors in a York suburb after a renovation project.
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Man died after being ‘ejected’ from car following crash on A64 in North Yorkshire
A man died after he was "ejected" from a car following a crash on the A64 near Malton, an inquest has heard.
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TV stolen from garden in York
Do you know this man? Police investigating a theft in York want to talk to him. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We would like to speak to him following the theft of a TV from a garden in the Rawcliffe Lane area of York....
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Updated: Train line between York and Newcastle reopens
There’s been major rail disruption today after the line between York and Newcastle was blocked. Services were unable to travel between the two cities due to a person being hit by a train this morning. The line has now reopened but...
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1, A167, and the A69 this morning (October 7).
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Harrogate MP celebrates 250 spoken contributions in Parliament
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has made 250 spoken contributions in Parliament since being elected just over two years ago.
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Campaigner concerns over 3,500-home scheme near York
Campaigners oppose Heronby, a proposed 3,500-home community near York and Selby in North Yorkshire.
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Campaign launches to tackle financial abuse of the elderly in York
A camapign in York is launching to raise awareness of financial abuse against older people.
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Major attraction in York issues update on new entrance amid 'feedback from visitors'
National Railway Museum (NRM) announced the new entrance in Hudson Boulevard - going through the museum's South Yard, next to Station Hall.
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Tragedy as person dies after being hit by train between Darlington and York
A person has died after being hit by a train on the East Coast Mainline between York and Darlington
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Yorkshire Water admits £1.5m river sewage scheme has fallen short of target
Yorkshire Water admits its £1.5m Ripon scheme cut River Ure storm overflow discharges by 43 in 2025, missing its promised 75 reduction amid pollution concerns.
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Ghost hunters wanted as York's 600-year-old hall battles paranormal activity
Ghost hunters are wanted at York’s historic Barley Hall this October half-term, with children’s spooky activities and adult-only events.
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Harrogate Indoor Funfair reveals 16 rides for half-term return
Harrogate Indoor Funfair is returning to the Great Yorkshire Events Centre this October half term with 16 rides.
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REVIEW: Mean Girls in Bradford as Plastics put stamp on stage
MEAN Girls remains the cultural phenomenon it was when it was released over 20 years ago, based on the amount of teenage girls watching the show in Bradford.
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Scarborough's Grand Hotel included in investigations into bacteria affecting South Bay water quality
Scarborough’s Grand Hotel has been included in investigations examining potential sources of bacteria affecting South Bay bathing water quality.
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Harrogate nursery praised by Ofsted for strong standards
Little Explorers Day Nursery in Harrogate has been praised by Ofsted for strong standards, safeguarding and support for children's development.
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Plans to replace fire-damaged Knaresborough pub with new venue and seven flats
A fire-damaged North Yorkshire pub could be replaced with a new venue, apartments and commercial space under plans to redevelop the site.
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Jane McDonald announces final cruise - everything you need to know
Jane McDonald is inviting fans to join her for one last week of luxury at sea.
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MPs condemn councillor’s ‘profoundly offensive’ alleged social media post
Kirklees’ four Labour MPs have condemned the “profoundly offensive” alleged social media comments made by Reform councillor Tracy Clayton.
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Stargazers invited to the UK's highest pub for spectacular dark-sky views
Stargazers are being invited to a North Yorkshire pub famed for its spectacular night skies as darker evenings return.
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West Yorkshire station to be closed for 38 days over festive period
Huddersfield Station has only just reopened from its latest closure, which spanned 16-days and came to an end on Monday.
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Legal probe amid row over 'ancient cherished' York woodland protected status bid
A legal probe is set to take place amid a row over a bid to grant protected status to woodland in York dating back centuries.
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North East gym raises funds for lifeboat crews with endurance challenge
North East gym Exortus raises more than £200 for Hartlepool RNLI after 29 members tackle a gruelling 90-minute fitness challenge for lifesaving charity.
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The overlooked North Yorkshire village with a tiny church hidden among the trees
Just a short drive from Redcar lies Upleatham - a quiet North Yorkshire village hiding an intriguing past and one very unusual church.
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York community nursery to host autumn sale with plants and railways
The Poppleton Community Railway Nursery is set to host an autumn open day sale later this month.
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Yorkshire Water admits £1.5m scheme fell short of promised sewage cuts
Yorkshire Water has admitted a £1.5m scheme aimed at dramatically reducing storm overflow discharges into the River Ure in Ripon has not performed as expected.
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Comic Con mix-up takes centre stage as comedy show heads to York
The Right Track Theatre group will perform their show, "Meteor, Incoming!" at York Mount Leisure Centre Theatre in November.
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York Park and Ride records highest monthly passenger numbers since 2019
York Park and Ride numbers are rising as customer confidence reaches an all-time high.
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Bradford curry restaurant celebrates success at prestigious national awards
The restaurant was honoured for its Kashmiri family cooking, modern presentation, and warm hospitality.
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Haunted market and ghost hunt planned for York during October half-term
York's Shambles Market will be hosting a self-guided ghost hunt this Halloween.
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Shabana Mahmood is spot on about Labour’s immigration irony - Sarah Todd
Life can often feel like we are banging our head against the proverbial brick wall. Over the last few days your correspondent has managed to do this while sorting out washing - life in the fast lane - and then knocked the other side of her head for six against the door jamb while unpacking some supermarket shopping.
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How to spend a day in the Yorkshire town named among friendliest to retire to
Here is how you can spend a day exploring Beverley, one of the friendliest places to retire to in England.
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Councillor blasts Reform UK plan to scrap Sanctuary status as 'shameful'
Bradford councillor Joe Wheatley has condemned Reform UK's plan to scrap the district's sanctuary status, warning it could harm refugees and vulnerable families.
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'Frightened' people choose to avoid County Durham bus station over disorder concerns
People in Consett have been left "frightened" and taking detours to avoid their bus station because of anti-social behaviour.
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North Yorkshire groups awarded funding to improve health in coastal communities
Sparks Project in Scarborough and Dementia Forward in North Yorkshire are taking part in a coastal research programme.
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York school to host screening of Chris Packham climate change film
The National Emergency Briefing, by Chris Packham, will be screened at Huntington School next week.
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Burnham challenged to ‘try getting here by train’ as Whitby rail links slammed
ANDY Burnham has been challenged to travel from Manchester to Whitby and back by train as councillors hit out at ‘inadequate’ public transport.
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GP warning and and advice issued over 6 supplements including iron and vitamin D
Dr Asiya Maula, a private GP at The Health Suite, warns overdosing on vitamin supplements can cause nerve damage, stomach pain and vomiting.
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Restaurant given one-star hygiene rating as inspectors find cross contamination risk
A Caribbean restaurant in Lidget Green has been handed a one-star food hygiene rating.
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Tributes pour in for 'beloved' County Durham lollipop man with 'heart of gold'
Tributes have poured in for "beloved" David McKenzie a lollipop man who dedicated himself to keeping children and families safe outside a Willington school
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NOSTALGIA: Bantams pipped to promotion after devastating death of young manager
BRADFORD City appear to have caught the promotion bug of late and under Grenville Hair, they were looked to have done the same in the sixties.
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New plan to stem flow of HMOs in Bradford as numbers of such properties hits 1,500
PROPOSALS to make it more difficult to convert houses into HMOs will be discussed by Bradford Council next week.
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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 and around Malton, according to petrolprices.com.
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Drug dealer who splashed out on luxury cars and holidays made staggering £838k
A drug dealer who enjoyed a luxury lifestyle made an estimated £838,000 from selling Class A drugs.
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Home with panoramic sea views hits the market on Yorkshire coast – look inside
A home with panoramic sea views is for sale in Killerby Cliff, Cayton Bay, near Scarborough, for £475,000.
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York film festival bringing producers, investors and industry leaders to city
The Aesthetica Film Festival is helping to transform York and North Yorkshire into a hub for new talent and enterprise.
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York film festival invites youngsters to try filmmaking, coding and animation
Youngsters in York are being invited to explore filmmaking, coding and animation at this year’s Aesthetica Film Festival.