York
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Morrisons releases three new chocolate bars that customers ‘need to try'
The three new Morrisons chocolate bars are inspired by popular sweet treats and customers are already obsessed.
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Thousands flock to popular show in North Yorkshire village
Thousands enjoyed warm sunshine, lots of animals, great food, drink and entertainment, plus much, much more at the Tockwith Show yesterday (SUN).
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Car expert explains how fast can you drive before triggering a speed camera
Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble
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Police attacker hid under parked vehicle before arrest in East Yorkshire coastal town
It happened on Saturday, August 1, whilst officers were patrolling the seafront as part of Operation Coastline.
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Tesco announces discount fuel offer for UK shoppers who do this one thing
The coupon can be used at Tesco petrol stations across the UK on petrol or diesel, and the offer is valid until Sunday, August 23.
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‘I couldn’t imagine it’ – The shock York finding that sparked vital campaign
Imagine arriving at York Hospital to give birth without even a toothbrush, shower gel or maternity pads in your bag. That’s the shocking reality facing as many as ten women every month in York, leaving mums to welcome their newborns without...
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High street chain to open 'important' new department across its 36 UK shops
John Lewis is investing millions in its sports departments across its 36 UK stores, in either redeveloping or opening new ones
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Major European airport to close for nearly 3 months with all flights cancelled
Brussels South Charleroi Airport in Belgium will shut as part of a £43 million (€50 million) redevelopment project.
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Emma Thompson enjoys watching film at York cinema
A Hollywood superstar and certified ‘lovey’ visited City Screen in the UK city in Yorkshire.
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'Charming' North Yorkshire town named one of the best places to live by the sea in UK
Saltburn has been named one of the UK’s best seaside towns to live in by the Sunday Times.
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Dog hit and killed by police car after she chased thieves stealing her puppies
A dog was accidentally hit and killed by a police car after she tried to chase down thieves who had stolen her puppies.
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August Premium Bonds winners are in - Check to see if you've won £1 million
National Savings and Investments have announced the August 2026 Premium Bonds winners. See if you've won big.
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Thrill-seeking fundraisers attempt to save heritage bridge with big jump
A group of thrill-seekers is set to take their fundraising to save a stretch of North Yorkshire’s most picturesque railways to new heights.
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This is what long-term gull strategy could mean for North Yorkshire
A LONG-TERM urban gull strategy for the North Yorkshire coast is set to be approved by council bosses this week.
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'Charming' North Yorkshire town named one of the best places to live by the sea in UK
Saltburn has been named one of the UK’s best seaside towns to live in by the Sunday Times.
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Police attacker hid under parked vehicle before arrest in East Yorkshire coastal town
It happened on Saturday, August 1, whilst officers were patrolling the seafront as part of Operation Coastline.
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Police using new weapon to stop e-bikes and e-scooters
Police forces across the UK are using new 'SmartTag' technology as part of a crackdown on e-bikes, e-scooters and motorcycles.
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'Do not eat' warnings as recalls issued at Asda, Tesco, Waitrose and more
There are food safety alerts in place for some items sold at Asda, Tesco and Waitrose and more
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High street chain to open 'important' new department across its 36 UK shops
John Lewis is investing millions in its sports departments across its 36 UK stores, in either redeveloping or opening new ones
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Crockery stolen from North Yorkshire homeware shop
A thief has struck at a homeware shop in a North Yorkshire market town.
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Views sought in new polling district and polling station review
Residents across North Yorkshire are being encouraged to share their views as part of a review of polling districts and places to ensure voting arrangements remain suitable for future elections.
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Car expert explains how fast can you drive before triggering a speed camera
Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble
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Two vehicle crash on key East Yorkshire road - emergency services called
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to the A164 Beverley Road in Watton at 11.42am yesterday (Sunday, August 2), south of…
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Viral comedian and prankster is returning to York
He’s the comedian who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with cash, handed Prime Minister Theresa May her P45, and created the smash-hit BBC comedy series Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show… And now, since pivoting to solo stand-up in 2019, the...
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Thief jailed after staff locked him inside York shop
A thief is today serving a prison sentence after staff locked him in their York shop and prevented him from leaving.
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North Yorkshire hotelier hails York's 'roaring' hospitality sector and summer surge
Top North Yorkshire hotel boss Simon Cotton says York’s “roaring” hospitality sector has enjoyed one of its ‘strongest’ July trading…
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I’ve seen first-hand the problem with a lack of care in the NHS - Jayne Dowle
An important new study has confirmed what those of us with elderly parents already know, older people waiting to be seen in A&E are more likely to end up stuck in a corridor than younger ones.
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Plans for £30m museum and gardens in York
A new museum and gardens could be created in York if £30 million can be raised, according to recently-lodged plans. Plans from the Chapter of York, York Minster’s governing body, include details of long-term ambitions for the Old Palace...
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Woman who harassed man sentenced by magistrates
A woman who harassed a man and a man on a racial charge were among defendants sentenced recently at Scarborough Magistrates Court.
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Selby arts centre announces autumn programme – with BRIT award winner and TV stand ups
Selby Town Hall has launched its autumn programme of music, comedy and theatre shows. The newly announced programme will bring BRIT, Ivor Novello and Mercury Prize nominees, prime time TV comedians, chart topping singers and inventive...
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York art market 'surpasses expectations' on first weekend of three in city centre
A popular York outdoor event says its first weekend has ‘surpassed expectations’ as hundreds flock to the banks of the River Ouse.
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Popular York restaurant reveals its new city centre location
A popular burger restaurant in York has revealed its new city centre location. Sloppy’s Bar and Kitchen closed the Woodthorpe venue where it has traded successfully last month. It was to prepare for a move to the heart of the city. Now it...
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Fire started deliberately in York park - police called in to investigate
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb was called to Dringhouses last night (Sunday, August 2).
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Three storey York building on key shopping street hits the market for £425K
A three-storey building on Stonegate in York is on the market for £425,000. Numbers 9 and 9A Stonegate is a “freehold retail and ground rent investment” according to Savills which is marketing the property. The ground floor retail unit is...
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York police recover stolen motorbike after ‘game of hide-and-seek’
Police have recovered a motorbike soon after it was stolen last night (Sunday). The red 125cc motorbike was taken from the Heslington area. North Yorkshire Police posted on Facebook: “Officers turned the area into the world’s least...
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Bradford can confidently stand on its own two feet and show the world what it has to offer - Saleem Akhtar
As we approach the second edition of the Leeds Road Festival, an event that celebrates strength through diversity in our great city, now is a useful time to reflect on how communities make a difference to a place.
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North Yorkshire hotel with hot tub to be turned into Airbnb for 22 people
A North Yorkshire hotel with an outdoor hot tub will be turned into holiday accommodation for more than 20 people.
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Police called in after two fires in York
Police are investigating another two fires in York. Firefighters were called to an incident off Stray Road in Tang Hall at8.24pm last night. There’s a play area and recreation ground there. Stray Road, York A North Yorkshire Fire &...
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Police track down stolen motorcycle in York after game of 'hide and seek'
The 125cc red motorcycle was tracked down in Heslington by officers from the force's York north neighbourhood policing team yesterday evening…
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York art market 'surpasses expectations' on first weekend of three in city centre
A popular York outdoor event says its first weekend has ‘surpassed expectations’ as hundreds flock to the banks of the River Ouse.
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PICTURES - York man hopes Lego creation can fulfil lifelong dream
A York design technician is hoping his latest invention could bring him closer to a childhood dream.
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'Why are York National Railway Museum visitors being forced on a 15-minute trek?'
Why are York National Railway museum visitors being forced on a 15-minute trek? From our letters page
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Police track down stolen motorcycle in York after game of 'hide and seek'
The 125cc red motorcycle was tracked down in Heslington by officers from the force's York north neighbourhood policing team yesterday evening…
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Thief jailed after staff locked him inside York shop
A thief is today serving a prison sentence after staff locked him in their York shop and prevented him from leaving.
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PICTURES - York man hopes Lego creation can fulfil lifelong dream
A York design technician is hoping his latest invention could bring him closer to a childhood dream.
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Dry spell is a reminder of the fallacy of climate change denial - Andy Brown
It has been a relentless summer. Weeks of drought conditions have dried up fields and left the stubble of cut down wheat crops a near perfect target for any discarded cigarette to set off a dangerous fire. On the hills little of our moorlands remain soaking wet bogs. The land lies exposed with even the very ground beneath our feet at risk of burning.
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Two vehicle crash on key East Yorkshire road - emergency services called
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to the A164 Beverley Road in Watton at 11.42am yesterday (Sunday, August 2), south of…
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Police release image after cycle stolen in York city centre
Police are hoping someone can identify this cyclist. Detectives investigating a bike theft in York city centre want to talk to him. It was stolen from the cycle racks at Library Square, Museum Street, at 2.57pm last Tuesday, 28 July....
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Santa, tinsel tipples, and fish and chips on the steam trains this Christmas
It’s never to early too early to start talking about Christmas – and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has announced its line-up of festive experiences. From history lovers and railway enthusiasts to families looking for something...
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'I live in my favourite part of Yorkshire - there's a quiet majesty to the Moors'
North York Moors Chamber Music Festival celebrates its 18th birthday later this month (August 8-22). The festival director and renowned cellist Jamie Walton lives in the North York Moors with his husband Joel.