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Air ambulance called and rescued boat launched as person pulled from Wear in Durham
A person has been taken to hospital after a large 999 river rescue mission in Durham yesterday (August 18).
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Bradford families can enter prize draw for free tickets to major attractions
A SUMMER of fun could be just a ticket away for families in need of a budget-friendly day out.
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Bradford drivers urged to stay vigilant after number plate theft reports
POLICE are urging residents to remain vigilant following vehicle registration plate thefts.
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Why Doncaster Sheffield Airport is unlikely to survive - Chris Broome
With the severity of climate change becoming more obvious – at least to most of us – concern about its impacts are growing. So any consideration of plans to expand airport capacity should include a thorough examination of their climate impacts.
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York charity sleepout for homeless young people to mark 30th year
The SASH (Safe and Sound Homes) Sleepout Challenge is set to take place at York Racecourse on Friday, October 16.
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Flagship store of 'world-respected' retailer planned for York
A retailer is planning to open its flagship store in England in York.
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York warned of salmonella outbreak after person dies and hundreds affected
A person has died and hundreds of people have been affected by a food poisoning outbreak in the UK, health officials have said.
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UK drivers divided on proposed motorway rule change in place for 59 years
When asked if they believed the UK motorway speed limit would change, a pool of UK drivers was somewhat divided
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North East accountancy firm eyes growth after move to larger offices
An ambitious accountancy firm is preparing for further growth after relocating to larger premises to support its expanding workforce and future…
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Downfall of TV officer barred over sexual relationship with woman he met on duty
Former Cleveland police man, Ben Burgess, who appeared on a Channel 5's Inside the Force has been barred after pursuing a sexual relationship…
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Shipley residents invited to event tackling harassment of runners
A COMMUNITY event promoting runner safety and bike security is set to take place in Shipley this month.
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British Heart Foundation shop in Bradford district set to shut its doors next weekend
A charity shop is preparing to close its doors for the final time.
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Historic York house on sale for £3.5m as possible hotel is sold
One of the most expensive homes to come onto the York market in recent years has sold. Grade I listed Garforth House, at 54 Micklegate, was on the market at £3.5 million. It is now listed as sold. Built for William Garforth and his nephew,...
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Three men arrested after major police operation along coast
Three people have been arrested after police launched a crackdown on crime along the Yorkshire coast.
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WATCH - eight arrested after £20k taken in nine drugs warrants
Eight people have been arrested and more than one kilo of suspected drug paraphernalia taken in a major police operation across East Yorkshire.
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'Ridiculous' - Yorkshire grooming gang victim hits out over early release of offender
A victim of a Bradford grooming gang says it is “ridiculous” that one of her abusers is being released on Monday, after serving only half of his sentence.
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England v Pakistan can be a reminder of why test cricket belongs in Yorkshire
Cricket is woven into the fabric of this great region, whether it is fans following the fortunes of Yorkshire County Cricket Club or the latest international involving England.
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Daytime clubbing craze is coming to York - TWICE - with Vicky McClure's Day Fever
Day Fever, the daytime clubbing craze, co-founded by actress Vicky McClure, is heading to York for two feel-good dance parties.
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Polestar 3 review: 680hp electric SUV packs a punch with blistering pace and poise
The Polestar 3 feels blisteringly quick – so much so that my mother-in-law let out a little gasp when the road conditions allowed me to give the…
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Firm chosen to shape delivery of homes, jobs and infrastructure across Tees Valley
A global engineering and environmental consultancy has been chosen to help shape how communities, housing, infrastructure and economic growth are…
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Historic Yorkshire city named as one of the best places to retire to in England
York is a great city to retire to thanks to its beautiful gardens, range of restaurants, and things to do.
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Cohabitation reform: The law needs to catch up with modern family structures - Siobhan Jeffels
As a family lawyer, working with separating couples is a routine part of my day-to-day role. Today, however, a growing part of my caseload is supporting separating unmarried couples who have had near identical experiences to their married counterparts. For example, building a home together, raising children and sharing their finances.
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Three men arrested after major police operation along coast
Three people have been arrested after police launched a crackdown on crime along the Yorkshire coast.
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Dragons' Den star loses £200,000 dispute appeal after King strips MBE
A Dragons' Den spin-off star has lost a contempt appeal in a £200,000 dispute after King Charles III stripped her of an MBE.
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Seagull wedged in front of car after being hit on A1(M)
A lucky seagull survived being smashed into by a car along a motorway before travelling for several miles stuck in the vehicle's grille.
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LIVE- Severe delays on A1(M) near Darlington after crash
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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Met Office invites public to name storm - after Shaun The Sheep characters
The Met Office has invited the public to choose between two favourite characters from the Oscar-winning animation studio behind Wallace & Gromit to be a future storm name.
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Yorkshire charities shortlisted for £20,000 boost at York Racecourse
Sky Bet, in partnership with York Racecourse, has announced the 22 shortlisted organisations for the Sky Bet Ebor Community Sweepstake 2026.
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Popular streaming platform's prices to rise by up to £24 a year from next week
Paramount+ customers can expect their bill to increase by up to £2 per month and £24 per year, according to reports.
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City Cruises York cuts prices by up to half for attractions week
City Cruises York is offering up to 50 per cent off river experiences during the inaugural York Attractions' Week.
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Bishop Auckland care home told to improve over unsafe windows and furniture
Bishop Auckland care home The Fields has been rated ‘requires improvement’ after inspectors uncovered a string of serious failures.
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Farming champion warns the summer’s ‘bad harvest’ will have longer-term impact
Bad harvests during hotter summer months will have a knock on effect for farmers, Doncaster’s new farming and nature recovery champion has said.
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Magnet to open new Harrogate showroom next week
Kitchen retailer Magnet is set to open its new showroom in Harrogate town centre next week.
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Hit West End musical Heathers to visit Darlington Hippodrome
Heathers The Musical will visit Darlington Hippodrome as part of its UK tour, bringing the hit stage adaptation of the cult film to the North East…
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Nigella Lawson gives update on future as she admits she is 'a bit nervous'
Nigella Lawson has given an update on he future, saying she is “a bit nervous” about her latest work as a judge on The Great British Bake Off
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Patients contacted as NHS Trust expand review into surgeon whose work is 'of concern'
Spire Washington Hospital confirmed on Monday (August 17) that the review into care provided by former consultant orthopaedic surgeon Leslie Irwin…
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Groundworks under way on extension at home of 'vital' North East veterans' charity
The future of a North East veterans’ charity is set to be secured after work began on a major extension that will make its facilities accessible…
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Missing Harrogate dog Ozzy found after 13 days
A dog who had been missing in Harrogate for almost two weeks has been found alive – but faces surgery after suffering serious injuries during his ordeal.
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Library service ‘doesn’t know’ how many of 100,000 fines have been paid
The county 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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Popular streaming platform's prices to rise by up to £24 a year from next week
Paramount+ customers can expect their bill to increase by up to £2 per month and £24 per year, according to reports.
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Nine arrested and 1kg of drugs seized as police raid addresses in Driffield and Bridlington
An anti-drugs operation in East Yorkshire resulted in nine arrests yesterday (Tuesday). Humberside Police’s Northbank Organised Crime Group Team executed nine warrants. These were at addresses in Driffield on Southfield Road, The Close,...
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New daytime choirs to launch in Harrogate and Knaresborough
Two new daytime community choirs are set to launch in Harrogate and Knaresborough next month.
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Stretch of A-road closed for nearly 12 hours as crash investigators at scene
The A172 is currently closed near Cleveland Tontine as crash investigation teams work at the scene.
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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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County Durham driver banned after pub car park crash damages BMW X7
Simon Whitely, 34, of Consett, was banned from driving for six months after admitting careless driving and failing to stop or report a crash in the…
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Bradford-born actor joins campaign calling for better support for LGBTQ+ young people
A BRADFORD-BORN actor has joined a major new campaign.
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Plans for mortuary storing up to 700 bodies in York defended
Plans for a mortuary storing up to 700 bodies in York have been defended by the company behind them.
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Teen helps to catch 53 stone bluefin tuna in Whitby for first time in 90 years
A teenager was part of a crew who landed a giant 53 stone (338kg) bluefin tuna in Whitby for the first time in 90 years.
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County Durham flower festival returns with tribute to music legends
Ushaw Flower Festival is set to return with floral displays at historic Ushaw,celebrating the North East’s musical heritage
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Yorkshire beaches you can reach on the train ahead of sixth heatwave
With the UK set for its sixth heatwave, Yorkshire beaches are looking as tempting as ever.