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Performing arts principal shaping the stars of tomorrow
A PERFORMING arts academy principal is helping to shape the next generation of talent.
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Tesco reveal huge Clubcard expansion so customers can earn more points
Tesco has expanded its Clubcard loyalty scheme, allowing shoppers to collect points across 500 online retailers including Nike, Boden and Ticketmaster.
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Why are people living on benefits going unchecked? - Jayne Dowle
Welcome to the great benefits swindle, a world where two million people living on benefits go unchecked, with the authorities having no idea whether they’re seeking work, still suffering from qualifying health conditions, or sitting on the sofa all day playing on their phones.
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Police begin search for missing 62-year-old Bradford man - Here's what we know so far
Police have started a search for a missing Bradford man.
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Workers celebrate Real Living Wage UK rise to £27k a year for full time workers
Nearly 500,000 workers set for £1,250 pay rise as new Living Wage rates revealed - with full time workers in London getting more than £32,000 a year.
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'Byker Grove meets Scream' horror film set for regional premiere in County Durham
North East-made horror film The Brook, dubbed “Byker Grove meets Scream”, premieres at Gala Durham, County Durham, followed by a Q&A.
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Harrogate independent computer shop thanks public after theft appeal goes viral
An independent computer shop in Harrogate has thanked the local community after receiving an overwhelming show of support following a recent shoplifting incident.
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Teen to appear in court after two major York incidents
A teenager is set to appear in court today after two incidents which closed one of the major city centre bridges and caused mayhem at the city’s hospital.
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East Durham College to help adults retrain under £250m skills scheme
East Durham College has been named an Approved Skills Delivery Partner as part of a major new adult education scheme.
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Plans for new Tomahawk Steakhouse chippy scrapped year after council knock back
Plans for a new chippy in Yarm from the bosses of Tomahawk Steakhouse have been shelved, a year after plans were knocked back.
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450 jobs at risk from potential closure of gas storage facility
Fears are growing over the possible closure of a major gas storage facility off the East Yorkshire coast.
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Teen to appear in court after two major York incidents
A teenager is set to appear in court today after two incidents which closed one of the major city centre bridges and caused mayhem at the city’s hospital.
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Amanda Owen reveals how nine children's futures could impact who takes on Anty John's
Amanda Owen says her nine children are following different paths, from university and businesses to farming, leaving Anty John's future uncertain.
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Big Harrogate Sleepout raises more than £15,000 for local charities
More than £15,000 has been raised for two Harrogate charities following a night sleeping outdoors at Harrogate Rugby Club.
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Durham college students get insight into modern homebuilding at development
New College Durham carpentry students tour Bellway’s The Green at DH1 in Sniperley Park, learning how timber-frame homes support faster, greener building methods.
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How many roads in Bradford are in 'poor condition'? New study reveals all
Nationally, Brighton & Hove and Nottingham topped the list.
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Delight as Skipton Woolly Sheep trail named a finalist in national BID awards
A town centre trail has earned national recognition.
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Bradford site to receive share of £18 million 'places of worship' funding boost
The funding is part of a wider £41 million package announced by the Government to support repairs and conservation work.
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Vue Darlington screens Halloween line-up with classics, new horrors and thrillers
Vue Darlington’s October Halloween line-up includes Hocus Pocus, The Craft, Scream, Verity, Clayface, Ghosts and anniversary screenings of classic films.
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Hotel group completes £10million Yorkshire investment programme
Cedar Court Hotels has completed a major upgrade across its Yorkshire properties.
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Mum in 'utter fear' after home on Kinninvie crossroads hit three times in six years
A woman says she is living in "utter fear" after a car smashed into her home for the third time in six years leaving her convinced it is only a matter of time before someone is killed.
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Great British Bake Off winner reveals surprise use for conkers
A Great British Bake Off winner has shared a recipe for making “free” laundry detergent using conkers.
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Police concerned for welfare of missing 39-year-old Bradford woman - What we know
Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing 39-year-old Bradford woman.
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Work starts on schemes backed by North Yorkshire second home tax
Two multimillion-pound developments are being built in Hunmanby and Shipton by Beningbrough.
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Plans to expand three-in-one police, fire and ambulance roles across North Yorkshire
Plans to expand a scheme which brings together police, fire and ambulance service skills to improve public safety in rural communities are being explored.
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Leisure centre swimming pool to shut for works - everything you need to know
The drainage channels around the pool, along with the cleaning of the pool and balance tanks, will be cleaned, and remedial tiling works within the changing area.
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Firm switches staff rewards to gift cards supporting local businesses
An employer is backing a national campaign to support local economies through Christmas reward schemes.
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Emerging artists to present musical showcase at major York festival
Aesthetica Film Festival’s New Music Stage returns to York Theatre Royal on November 7, featuring 10 emerging British and Irish artists, panels and masterclasses.
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Tesco opens 28,000 Christmas jobs across UK with no CV needed
Tesco is recruiting 28,000 temporary workers across the UK for Christmas, with pay starting at £13.28 an hour and no CV required.
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How our Sheffield school gets pupils to say thank you and why we need to make room for gratitude in schools - Joanna Crewe
We rightly want young people to become confident communicators. We want them to speak up, express themselves and build strong relationships. But how often do we give them the opportunity to stand in front of their peers and say something genuinely positive about another person?
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North East museum wins national award for accessibility at family attraction
Woodhorn Museum in Northumberland wins Best Accessible Museum at the 2026 Family Friendly Museum Awards, praised for inclusive facilities and family access.
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BYD driver, 67, fighting for life after horror three-car crash on A65
The EV collided with two other cars on the A65 Otley Road in Guiseley
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Police officer jabbed in eye by Spennymoor woman during attempt to detain man
A woman jabbed a finger into a police officer’s eye as the officer helped detain a man she was with.
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Why flood resilience is becoming a financial issue
When people think about climate resilience, they often think about floods, droughts or extreme weather events. Increasingly, however, the impacts are being felt in boardrooms as well as communities, writes Sally Ashby, Financial Strategy Lead, Ousewem.
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UK furniture company closes after 12 years as it enters voluntary liquidation
Furniture Stop UK has closed after 12 years in business, having entered creditors' voluntary liquidation.
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Plans submitted for four detached homes behind Eshton Road in Gargrave
DETAILED plans for four detached homes off Eshton Road, Gargrave, are under consideration by North Yorkshire Council.
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North Yorkshire Libraries Offer Free Digital Support During Get Online Week
Libraries across North Yorkshire will host free events to help residents build their digital skills, access online services and learn how to stay safe from
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Residents at York care home treated to afternoon of music and memories
Residents were recently treated to an afternoon of live music at Ouse View care home.
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Haworth bookshop announces packed programme of autumn author events
A BOOKSHOP is inviting readers to enjoy a season of stories, from eerie horrors to heartwarming tales
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Councillors demand answers over sewage discharges at Yorkshire beaches
Councillors have demanded that “somebody needs to be held to account” over an incident which led sewage to be pumped into the sea at Redcar and also complained of communication failures.
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Three-day road closure announced for Bradford street
A BRADFORD street will be temporarily closed for water works.
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Behaviour is a 'strength' for this school - says glowing Ofsted report
The report described behaviour as a "strength of the school," noting that pupils are polite, respectful, and ready to learn.
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Plans for ‘world’s first carbon-negative’ Yorkshire data centre rejected
A York and North Yorkshire bid to become one of five UK AI Growth Zones has been rejected by the government.
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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.
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North Yorkshire Passion Play with 70 performers to end in crucifixion scene
Richmond, North Yorkshire, will stage Something Extraordinary, a Good Friday Passion Play with 70 actors, historic streets and casting from October 18.
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450 jobs at risk from potential closure of gas storage facility
Fears are growing over the possible closure of a major gas storage facility off the East Yorkshire coast.
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New plans submitted for 99 homes in North Yorkshire town after previous refusal
New plans for almost 100 homes in Colburn have been submitted, with the developer insisting it has made substantial changes to address concerns raised over a previous application.
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Rare King Charles 50p sells for more than 200 times its face value
Only 200,000 were released into banks and post offices, making it the rarest 50p in active UK circulation
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Police investigation after phone allegedly stolen at pub and found smashed
POLICE have issued an image of someone they would like to speak to following an incident in a pub in Sutton-in-Craven.
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Joint-up thinking needed on British agriculture and the countryside - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Auty, Sunnybank, Great Hatfield.