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Unsung heroes protecting Yorkshire's wildlife honoured at special awards
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s first-ever Wildlife Hero Awards celebrated individuals, businesses, and community groups.
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Our money should be spent on making the NHS actually work properly - Sarah Todd
These ramblings shouldn’t get too personal but every so often something happens that is perhaps worth reflecting on within these column inches.
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger attack: Family slams videos as inquest set to open
The family of William Chapman, who was killed by a tiger at a wildlife park, have said “deeply offensive media content is causing them severe distress” after US President Donald Trump reposted a widely shared video of the incident.
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Longshaw Estate: Police appeal after graffiti vandalism at popular beauty spot
Police are appealing for information after graffiti was discovered at a popular Peak District beauty spot, prompting officers to condemn the damage to the countryside.
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Blocking Rosebank would cost £11bn, campaigners say as decision looms
Refusing permission for the drilling of the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields in the North Sea would mean thousands of lost jobs and cost the UK economy almost £11 billion over the next decade, its developers have said, as a Government decision looms.
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Police swoop on address in East Yorkshire town and seize drugs
Officers from Humberside Police's neighbourhood and Operation Kinetic teams carried out a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant in Jefferson Street, Goole yesterday (Tuesday, October 13).
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New road safety scheme aims to keep North Yorkshire children safe on school run
The Bright Journeys campaign, launched by housebuilder David Wilson Homes, is providing hi-vis equipment to pupils in North Yorkshire.
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More than 21,000 free breakfasts for York pupils thanks to £55,000 donation
More than 21,000 free breakfasts will be served to schoolchildren at two York schools over the next three years.
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'It’s in our DNA to break the rules' - popular York eatery reopens after major refurb
A popular York city centre eatery has reopened its doors on a fresh new look and new offerings that hope to 'broaden what British food brings to the table'.
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Late-night trains disrupted after tree falls on rail tracks near York
Rail services were disrupted last night after a tree fell on the line near York. Trains in and out of York were severely delayed or cancelled while work to remove it took place. Residents near the railway reported a lot of activity...
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Dobbies in York to host special Christmas shopping evening with discounts
Dobbies Garden Centre in York is giving customers an early taste of Christmas.
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Full list of road closures around York as 10,000 runners take on Yorkshire Marathon
A full list of road closures in and around York has been revealed as 10,000 runners descend this weekend for the Altra Yorkshire Marathon Festival.
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The contribution towards the war effort made by African soldiers is often overlooked - John Rwothomack
One of my most vivid childhood memories is watching the Remembrance Day services and commemorations taking place in Sheffield each November. Even at the age of 11, the same fact always struck me.
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Labour MPs must now engage with the Brexit issue - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Jas Olak, Vice Chair, Leeds for Europe, Roundhay, Leeds.
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Trump importing Russian diesel has strained UK-US relations, Foreign Secretary says
President Trump’s decision to import Russian diesel has strained diplomatic relations with the UK, creating a ‘very difficult few days’ since the announcement on Friday, the Foreign Secretary said yesterday.
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Family of man killed by tiger criticise online content as Trump posts videos
The family of William Chapman, who was killed by a tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, have said "deeply offensive media content is causing them severe distress" after US President Donald Trump reposted a widely shared video of the incident.
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Family of man killed by tiger criticise online content as Trump posts videos
The family of William Chapman, who was killed by a tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, have said "deeply offensive media content is causing them severe distress" after US President Donald Trump reposted a widely shared video of the incident.
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Family may abandon farming after solar farm approved on land in North Yorkshire
A farming family has warned it may have to relocate or give up farming altogether after councillors approved a huge solar farm near York.
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Villagers fear late-night events at North Yorkshire hotel could disrupt sleep
Villagers fear plans for late-night drinking and entertainment at a North Yorkshire hotel could leave children struggling at school and residents exhausted at work because of disturbed sleep. Tokyo Industries Ultimate Ltd has applied for a...
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18-rated films could be shown in baby cinema clubs in York
Some films rated 15 and 18 could be shown in cinema screenings for parents with babies in York, subject to a council decision.
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Tributes pour in after BBC Countryfile farmer dies aged 35
Tributes have poured in after a BBC Countryfile farmer died at the age of 35.
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Main York city centre Post Office to close after final trading day today
The main Post Office in York city centre is set to close after its final trading day today as the shop where it is based prepares to shut after years in the city centre.
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Historic East Yorkshire stately home to host new festive light trail
A new after-dark light trail is set to bring festive sparkle to Burton Constable Hall this winter.
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Fire started deliberately in North Yorkshire coastal town
A community bonfire was deliberately set alight.
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Former Yorkshire police officer charged with possessing indecent images of children
A former West Yorkshire Police officer has been charged with possessing indecent images of children and engaging in sexual communication with a child.
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York and North Yorkshire marketing experts launch consultancy
North Yorkshire marketing consultancy Woodvine Hill launches in York and Knaresborough, offering SMEs strategy, content, design, UX, UI and campaign expertise.
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Family pays tribute to 'bright young man' killed by tiger at wildlife park
William Chapman, 23, was mauled to death after entering the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster, on Saturday, October 10.
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Man jailed for racist rampage with secateurs asks if he will serve ‘half or 33%’
A man who went on a “violent and racist rampage” with a pair of garden secateurs near a college asked the judge jailing him if he would serve “half or 33%” of his sentence because of the early release prison scheme.
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Fire safety works in York flats gutted by blaze approved
Fire safety works planned in a York block of flats gutted by a blaze two decades ago have been approved.
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Fire started deliberately in North Yorkshire coastal town
A community bonfire was deliberately set alight.
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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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Wolves-supporting student who mocked A66 crash victims spared jail
“This was unbelievably serious and prior to the passing of the Sentencing Act 2026, there is no doubt in my view that you would be going directly to custody today.”
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Body recovered after emergency incident closed North Yorkshire beauty spot
A body has been recovered after an emergency incident which closed North Yorkshire beauty spot Cornelian Bay, near Scarborough, on the North Yorkshire coast.
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York man, 52, died after hospital fall and contracting pneumonia, inquest hears
An inquest was opened into the death of 52-year-old Mark John Scott from York today (Wednesday, October 14) at Northallerton Coroner’s Court.
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Body recovered after emergency incident closed North Yorkshire beauty spot
A body has been recovered after an emergency incident which closed North Yorkshire beauty spot Cornelian Bay, near Scarborough, on the North Yorkshire coast.
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Business confidence rises across West and North Yorkshire as export demand recovers
West and North Yorkshire business confidence rises in the latest Chamber QES, with stronger domestic and export demand, improving orders despite ongoing cost pressures.
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Tributes pour in after BBC Countryfile farmer dies aged 35
Tributes have poured in after a BBC Countryfile farmer died at the age of 35.
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Appeal after Jellycats stolen from North Yorkshire shop
Police have released CCTV of two people they want to speak to following the theft of Jellycat plush toys from Hoppers in Market Place, Malton.
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Doncaster passengers advised to plan ahead over festive period due to Christmas rail works
Passengers are advised to plan ahead this Christmas while a significant programme of railway upgrades is carried out causing travel disruption through Doncaster.
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Chris Packham opens special Garden of Memories at Yorkshire children's hospice
Wildlife presenter Chris Packham opens Martin House’s Garden of Memories, offering bereaved families in Yorkshire a peaceful place to remember children.
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Game shooting is a force for good for nature and people, it is not a problem that needs solving - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Conor O’Gorman, head of policy and campaigns, British Association for Shooting and Conservation.
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Villagers fear late-night events at North Yorkshire hotel could disrupt sleep
Villagers fear plans for late-night drinking and entertainment at a North Yorkshire hotel could leave children struggling at school and residents exhausted at work because of disturbed sleep.
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‘We accept responsibility' - boss of collapsed York catering firm after wedding chaos
The boss of York catering firm Baba Ganoush - Dining by Matthew Hyde Ltd has said the company accepts responsibility.
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Work starts on new homes near York – partly funded by second property tax
Work is underway to build new affordable homes in Shipton by Beningbrough near York.
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Plans for hundreds of homes close to York city centre move one step forward
Locally-based housing giant Persimmon Homes said it has sold the 2.14 acre development site at the former Barbican swimming pool site, next to StayCity aparthotel, to Yorkshire-based developer Artium Group.
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Family-run Yorkshire food business launches new festive gift boxes
Charlie & Ivy’s has launched new themed gift boxes in time for the festive season, each inspired by popular food trends.
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Golfers from across Yorkshire tee off in Scarborough for charity match
South Cliff Golf Club in Scarborough has raised £400 for hospice care during a recent charity match.
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'Real beauty' Yorkshire city named one of the prettiest places to live in Britain
"Real beauty" York has been named as one of the prettiest places to live in Britain thanks to its Gothic Cathedral, rich history, and amazing restaurants.
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Car damaged at York city centre car park - police release CCTV
A car was damaged in a York Castle car park, sparking a police investigation into criminal damage.
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Family pays tribute to 'bright young man' killed by tiger at wildlife park
William Chapman, 23, was mauled to death after entering the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster, on Saturday, October 10.