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Bradford festival hailed ‘massive success’ after attracting more than 65,000 people
A festival in Bradford has been hailed a "massive success" after drawing an estimated crowd of 65,000 people to the weekend events.
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Yorkshire shepherdess Amanda Owen ‘excited’ to be judge at York dog competition
York Museum Gardens will host its inaugural Dog Show in September with Yorkshire shepherdess Amanda Owen as the judge.
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Why the police helicopter was spotted over Darlington and Newton Aycliffe last night
A NPAS police helicopter was spotted flying over Darlington and Newton Aycliffe last night as part of a training exercise.
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Leading Ripon charity is ready to launch new wellbeing café after 'generous' donation
A new wellbeing cafe is to open in Ripon with “generous” funding from Ripon City Council.
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Town’s Christmas lights secured after fears about future of illuminations
CHRISTMAS lights will be installed in a North Yorkshire town after the future of the festive illuminations was put in doubt over possible funding…
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Interview: Vicky McClure & Jonny Owen ahead of Day Fever in Leeds | Harrogate Informer
There aren't many live events where strangers become friends before the first song has finished. Fewer still where the dancefloor is full by mid-afternoon,
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RECAP- Cows on A1(M) near Darlington caused major delays
There are currently severe delays around 58 minutes on the A1(M) near Low Coniscliffe, Darlington after a crash. We will be bringing you the latest…
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Facilities for 'fast growing' sport 'insufficient' in York
Courts for a sport which is rapidly growing in popularity in the UK could be coming to a York gym under new plans.
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Six arrested including 14-year-old boy in major police crackdown in North Yorkshire
Six people, including a 14 year old boy, have been arrested as part of ongoing activity to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour in North Yorkshire.
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Fire service receives large numbers of calls reporting neighbours for lighting outdoor fires
Following the Government’s emergency alert message, The fire service in North Yorkshire is receiving a high number of calls from people concerned about neighbours having barbecues or outdoor fires. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said...
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New M&S clothing range launching this week has shoppers 'so excited' for label return
M&S shoppers are delighted to see the brand's most recognisable fashion name back with a new St Michael collection created with Aries.
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Library service ‘doesn’t know’ how many of 100,000 fines have been paid
A council which operates more than 40 libraries across North Yorkshire does not know how many people are banned from its sites.
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Sports cars to descend on Newby Hall for autumn show
Car enthusiasts are set to descend on Newby Hall next month as a popular motoring show returns to the historic estate.
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New supermarket to open in North Yorkshire town this autumn
A new supermarket is to open in a North Yorkshire town this autumn.
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Thunderstorm weather warning issued for York and North Yorkshire
Heatwave? That’s so last week. The Met Office has just issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms which covers York and North Yorkshire. The warning is in effect from 7pm tonight (Wednesday) till 10am tomorrow (Thursday). The Met...
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Council drops court case after Travellers leave York school playing fields
A Traveller encampment at All Saints RC School's playing fields has come to an end.
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Further three Burlesque shows cancelled as ticketholders left out of pocket
Theatregoers have been left outraged as a further three Burlesque performances have been cancelled at Sunderland Empire.
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The British establishment consistently persecutes those who do the right thing - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Otto Inglis, Crossgates, Fife.
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Charlie Connelly: 'It's unadulterated goodness - that's why Shipping Forecast has captured hearts'
Charlie Connelly explores the places behind the voice of the Shipping Forecast in his touring stage show. He speaks to Laura Reid about the national institution.
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Facilities for 'fast growing' sport 'insufficient' in York
Courts for a sport which is rapidly growing in popularity in the UK could be coming to a York gym under new plans.
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Nearly £400k spent on upkeep of disused private school near York since closure
Almost £400,000 has been spent on the upkeep of the former Queen Margaret's School, in Escrick near York, by administrators following its…
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'Put yourself in our shoes' - Widow's plea to PM after losing 'wonderful' husband
A woman whose husband died from an aggressive form of skin cancer is urging new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to make reforms to bereavement payments.
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A stable climate is a national asset worth protecting, not a partisan cause - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Julian Briggs, Sheffield.
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Young man rushed to hospital after reported stabbing near Bradford city centre pub
A young man was injured after a reported stabbing near a Bradford city centre pub.
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Pavilions of Harrogate celebrates 30th anniversary
Pavilions of Harrogate has celebrated its 30th anniversary with staff and special guests at the Great Yorkshire Showground.
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Will there be thunderstorms in Yorkshire today? Percentage chance for major cities
There is a likelihood of thunderstorms occurring across the UK today - could it reach your area?
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New supermarket to open in North Yorkshire town this autumn
A new supermarket is to open in a North Yorkshire town this autumn.
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‘Check your tickets’ - £1 million Lotto prize remains unclaimed in West Yorkshire
Someone could be sitting on a life-changing fortune and not even know it.
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Ryanair passengers issued warning about checking in or risk paying fine
Ryanair will charge you if you do not check in online before arriving at the airport.
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Reason for large emergency response near Bradford city centre last night revealed
Three fire crews were called to a kitchen fire on a Bradford street on Tuesday evening.
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York supermarket set to get KPop Demon Hunters makeover
Tesco cafe in Clifton Moor is getting a KPop Demon Hunters makeover as part of a nationwide promotion inspired by the Netflix show.
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‘Truly Significant Step’: Harrogate Homeless Charity Celebrates Major Government Funding Commitment | Harrogate Informer
The Harrogate Homeless Project has welcomed a substantial funding package aimed at tackling homelessness and rough sleeping across the Harrogate district,
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'Significant damage' as car 'deliberately' ploughs into North East hair salon
Northumbria Police are investigating after a vehicle was deliberately driven into the shutters of Queen B Hair and Beauty Clinic on Hylton Road in…
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Body found in North Yorkshire following search for missing woman
A body found by a member of public in North Yorkshire is believed to be of missing Tracey Smith.
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Woman charged with 'glassing' another woman in daytime city centre street incident
A woman accused of carrying out a daytime "glassing" in the city centre on another woman has appeared before York Magistrates' Court.
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Woman appears in court over alleged ‘glassing’ in York city centre
A York woman has appeared in court charged with wounding with intent following an alleged daytime “glassing” in the city centre. Sarah Ogden, 50, appeared at York Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday) charged with wounding with intent to do...
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Masked burglars caught 'red-handed' after homeowner spots attempted break-in
Two masked burglars caught ‘red-handed’ trying to break into a Yorkshire home with bolt cutters in the middle of the night have been jailed.
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Popular homeware brand to launch new second-hand marketplace in the UK
The IKEA marketplace will allow people to upload photos of their old IKEA items to sell.
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Everything you need to know about Harrogate Food and Drink Festival this weekend
Organisers say the line-up for this weekend’s Harrogate Food and Drink Festival at Ripley Castle will be the best and biggest yet and packed with new features.
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Popular UK retailer to shut store in town centre next month after 5 years of trading
A UK retailer is shutting a town centre store after five years of trading.
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Thunderstorm warning issued across North East as heavy showers set to hit
The Met Office has issued a thunderstorms yellow weather warning across parts of the North East as heavy showers set to hit.
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Family pay tribute to much-loved man who dies after collision in supermarket car park
A man has died after sustaining serious injuries in a collision in a supermarket car park.
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Woman charged with 'glassing' another woman in daytime city centre street incident
A woman accused of carrying out a daytime "glassing" in the city centre on another woman has appeared before York Magistrates' Court.
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Cows cause major delays on A1(M) near Darlington after wandering onto motorway
Cows caused delays on the A1(M) after wandering onto the motorway near Darlington.
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Popular sports car show returns to Newby Hall this autumn
Car enthusiasts are set to descend on Newby Hall & Gardens this September – as the Autumn Sports Cars in the Park show returns to the historic estate. Taking place on Sunday 6 September, the popular event will bring together sports cars...
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Search underway for missing York woman last seen in July
Have you seen this woman? She’s 27-year-old Jessica Ashworth, who was last seen in the Acomb area on Saturday 25 July. Jessica, who is from the York area, is described as 5ft 4in, white and of a proportionate build with dark straight hair....
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One rushed to hospital as family rescued after falling into difficulty at beauty spot
One person was rushed to hospital after a family was rescued when falling into difficulty at a popular beauty spot.
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The 'most ancient native cattle in the British Isles' are now at Castle Howard
Castle Howard has reached a major milestone in their 30-year Bog Hall Habitat Bank nature restoration project – by introducing a herd of rare White Park Cattle to the newly sown meadows areas. The Bog Hall Habitat Bank project is a...
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Yorkshire Water investing millions to tackle flooding across communities
Yorkshire Water has launched flood protection schemes in Carlton Miniott and Easingwold to tackle long-standing issues.
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Drivers face £100,000 costs for breaking motorway rule introduced 12 years ago
A total of 378 drivers across England and Wales have been convicted this year after being caught by motorway cameras driving in closed lanes.