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Building fire in East Yorkshire town - two roads closed
Humberside Police said the level crossing in Mill Lane, and nearby Athelstan Road in Beverley were closed this morning (Thursday, October 22) to all emergency services to deal with an incident.
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Leeds residents offered another chance to learn lifesaving skills for free
A second free CPR workshop in Leeds has been announced after the first sold out.
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Historic Yorkshire estate undergoes major transformation into luxury resort location
The historic estate Aldwark Manor located near York and Harrogate has undergone a major transformation across its hotel, golf course, spa, restaurants and leisure facilities.
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Were cycle lanes through Headingley really needed? I’ve used them at rush hour and they’re empty - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Richard Watson FRICS, Adel, Leeds
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Weather warning for parts of North Yorkshire as Storm Boelo rolls in
Parts of North Yorkshire are under a weather warning as a storm rolls in. Over the weekend, Storm Boelo will hit parts of northern England with what the Met Office described as “impactful winds”. Yellow weather warnings have been issued for...
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York MPs and campaigners call for day of action over Yorkshire's waters
River campaigners are calling for tougher action to end sewage pollution in rivers and seas in York and North Yorkshire.
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How supported exercise is changing lives for osteoporosis patients in Shipley
A HEALTH programme is helping people with osteoporosis regain strength and confidence through supported exercise
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York teen's night with the stars at extraordinary reunion with surgeon who saved him
A York heart patient has paid tribute to the pioneering surgeon who saved thousands at an extraordinary reunion at the Pride of Britain Awards.
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PC tells jury 'absolutely not' when asked if he sexually assaulted women in York club
A policeman told a jury “absolutely not” when asked if he had sexually assaulted three women in Popworld after 11 hours drinking in York city centre.
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Agricultural machinery fire on North Yorkshire farm
An agricultural machinery fire has sparked on a North Yorkshire farm.
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel and weather updates from County Durham and the North East this morning (October 22).
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St Cecilia Orchestra delivers a stunning concert of American classics at Ripon Cathedral
A packed audience at Ripon Cathedral was enthralled by a magnificent concert of 20th-century American music performed by the St Cecilia Orchestra on Saturday,
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East Yorkshire village hall gets major upgrade after nearly 75 years
Catton Village Hall has been equipped with full fibre broadband.
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Bradford girl, 6, helps launch 2026 Poppy Appeal
The 2026 appeal was launched in Manchester on Thursday.
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Emmerdale and Star Wars actor Tony Pitts to appear at first Staithes International Film Festival
The North Yorkshire coastal village of Staithes is no stranger to the big and small screen, featuring in the likes of psychological period drama film Phantom Thread, Countryfile, children’s TV series Old Jack’s Boat and Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Christmas Fishing. Now, it’s hosting its first film festival, featuring an appearance from Sheffield-born former Star Wars and Emmerdale actor Tony Pitts.
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Mayors could impose tourist taxes in National Parks without authorities' approval
REGIONAL mayors could apply tourism taxes in National Parks without formal approval from National Park Authorities, ministers have indicated.
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New North East cultural venue attracts almost 80,000 visitors in first month
Culture House Sunderland welcomed 79,685 visitors in its first month after opening on September 12, with 3,800 joining its library, including 1,000 children.
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North East consultancy wins international AI and digital transformation award
Newcastle-based Opencast wins AI & Digital Transformation Company of the Year at the GP Bullhound Allstars Awards, highlighting North East tech growth.
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MP's disappointment as North East misses out on City of Culture shortlist
A North East MP has expressed his disappointment after Middlesbrough missed out on a place on the shortlist for UK City of Culture 2029.
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Man, 24, jailed after targeting students for money in Durham City
Durham man James Carr jailed for 16 weeks after breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order by approaching students for money amid an anti-social behaviour crackdown.
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Bradford Business Fair puts local businesses in the spotlight
BUSINESSES gathered for a day of networking, workshops and support
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Bishop Auckland fashion show to celebrate additional needs children who deserve shine
Children and young people with additional needs are set to take centre stage at a runway event celebrating confidence, inclusion and individuality next month.
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Cause of A171 crash which killed Darlington MBE couple 'unknown', inquest hears
Alan Charlton, 90, and Joy McCulloch, 74, died after the two-vehicle crash on the A171 near Scaling Dam just before midnight on Friday (October 2).
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New interim chief executive of West Yorkshire Combined Authority named
He will take on the role from November 2, following a handover with outgoing chief executive Ben Still.
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Lane blocked after car transporter breaks down on busy Bradford roundabout
Motorists are facing delays after a car transporter lorry broke down on a busy Bradford roundabout this morning.
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Harrogate MP calls for action as graduates' debts continue to rise
Harrogate MP Tom Gordon has called for changes to student finance after figures showed more than two million borrowers' debts grew despite making repayments.
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New Pizza eatery to open at 'exciting destination in heart of Bradford'
The new venture will take over the unit previously occupied by Pizzeria Il Forno.
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Slam Dunk announces huge new names for 2027 line up
The huge rock festival takes places annually at Temple Newsam in Leeds
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Plans for new public footpath across York village face public hearing
A public hearing is set to discuss a contested footpath proposal in Skelton Moor.
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Government issues riot warning for Brits travelling to Italy
Government travel bosses are urging British tourists not to take photos of or join protests sweeping northern Italy - as some demonstrations descended into 'violent riots and looting'.
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Grieving Hillsborough family urges Andy Burnham to back 'Hicks Rule' amendment
The Hicks family have been campaigning after daughters Victoria, 15, and Sarah, 19, were among the 97 Liverpool supporters crushed to death in the Hillsborough disaster.
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'Our whole world has been shattered' - family name 22-year-old killed in A1 crash
Heartbroken relatives have paid tribute to a 22-year-old woman who died in a crash on the A1.
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Building fire in East Yorkshire town - two roads closed
Humberside Police said the level crossing in Mill Lane, and nearby Athelstan Road in Beverley were closed this morning (Thursday, October 22) to all emergency services to deal with an incident.
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York-born screen icon reveals she 'never saw final cut' of contentious film
A York-born internationally recognised icon of stage and screen has described the 2019 film adaptation of Cats as a 'waste of goodwill'
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Fears planning changes will leave communities without a say on housing
Councillors in North Yorkshire have warned that government changes to the planning system will leave local communities with less say over new developments.
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Bradford care home unveils new 27-bed dementia facility
A CARE home has opened a dedicated dementia floor designed to help residents reconnect with the past
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Why 30 women were given free pair of knickers at town centre shop
Around 30 women attended the launch evening, which organisers said was filled with laughter, honest conversations and new friendships.
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Emmerdale and Coronation Street face ITV schedule changes next week
ITV is switching up the Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules next week to allow for a football match to air.
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First look inside £6 million 80 apartment block with hair salon
Communal facilities include a lounge, activity room, laundry, gardens, guest room, café, and hair salon.
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Student police officer found with indecent images of children two months after joining force
A former student police officer in Yorkshire has admitted possessing indecent images of children.
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Shopping trolley, traffic cones and road signs to be removed from North Yorkshire river
A shopping trolley, traffic cones and road signs are among the items that are being cleared from a North Yorkshire river.
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Bid to block York Chinese restaurant control change after illegal worker raids
A bid has been mounted to block changes to the running of a York Chinese restaurant stripped of its licence after illegal workers were found during raids.
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Amanda Owen's farmhouse transformed using decorating trick involving gallons of tea
Amanda Owen's Anty John's farmhouse gets an unusual makeover as gallons of tea are used to give freshly plastered walls an aged appearance.
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York theatre to celebrate free membership scheme launch with a pre-show treat
York Theatre Royal have the perfect accompaniment to a cosy night at the theatre this Autumn. To celebrate the launch of new discount membership scheme for those aged 16-30, York Theatre Royal have partnered up with Ringtons for a special...
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'Businesses at risk' - Row erupts over plans for new takeaways in York
A row has erupted over the latest plans for new takeaways in York.
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New family sensory room opens at York leisure centre
A new sensory room opens at York leisure centre following funding from Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. A brand-new sensory room has opened at Energise Leisure Centre in York – providing a dedicated, inclusive space for children, families...
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Corridor care is a problem that is not going away in the NHS - Jayne Dowle
Our local hospital’s A&E department recorded its busiest day ever earlier this month, with a total of 450 people attending, setting a new daily record. And this is only October, the start of autumn, not the depths of winter.
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County Durham homelessness crisis 'worst it has ever been' frontline worker warns
Access to housing for vulnerable people in County Durham is "the worst it's ever been", a frontline homelessness worker has warned.
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Have your say as Tees Valley Mayor announces Question Time event
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen is inviting the public to put their questions to him in person at his next live Question Time event at Teeside University.
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Teenager to be sentenced over firearm and machete charges after A66 crash arrest
Kai Beattie, 19, admits gun and machete offences after deadly A66 crash killed two police officers; sentenced at Teesside Crown Court on November 20.