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'This is absolutely an excuse to dress up and dance,' say organisers of brilliant vintage fashion extravaganza
The House of Foxy takes to the catwalk at Bankfield Museum in Halifax this Saturday with a fashion show celebrating 50 years of vintage style and exploring the evolution of fashion from 1926 to 1976.
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‘Extremely difficult’ to live in Whitby, says town’s mayor
The mayor of Whitby has said it is ‘extremely difficult’ to live a normal life in the town amid a warning about possible parking changes. Sandra Turner, the Mayor of Whitby, has warned against changes to parking that would lead to a...
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Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen faces huge water supply issue
Our Yorkshire Farm and Our Farm Next Door's Amanda Owen and her family will tackle the major task across the moors to Anty John's.
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Extra bus added after children as young as 11 left stranded at the side of road
An extra bus service has been introduced between Embsay and Skipton after children as young as 11 were left stranded at the roadside because morning services were full.
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Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen faces huge water supply issue
Our Yorkshire Farm and Our Farm Next Door's Amanda Owen and her family will tackle the major task across the moors to Anty John's.
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Murder mysteries and leadership secrets on York Business Festival agenda
A masterclass linking murder mysteries to business risk is among the standout sessions at this year’s York Business Festival.
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Resident vandalised vehicle in street used by non-residents as car park, court told
A York resident annoyed by people using the cul-de-sac where he lives as a car park took direct action, the city's magistrates court heard.
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Yorkshire Dales town could keep free cash machine after review says it is vital
Efforts are underway to secure a permanent free-to-use cash machine in a Yorkshire Dales town after an independent assessment concluded that…
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PICTURES: Update on dramatic fire in North Yorkshire which 'could burn for days'
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are into their third day tackling a blaze at a Seras Energy Limited site in Great Heck, close to the M62.
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Car ends up on its roof in North Yorkshire motorway crash
A car landed on its roof after a crash on the motorway last night (Wednesday). It happened on the northbound carriageway of the A1(M) atjunction 47, the Allerton Park Interchange. Fire crews from Knaresborough, Harrogate and Wetherby...
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Christmas rail warning as major station shuts for five days
Passengers are being urged to plan ahead as major engineering work will close Birmingham New Street for five days, affecting Christmas rail journeys…
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Vehicle ends up on its roof after Yorkshire motorway crash - emergency crews attend
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Knaresborough, Harrogate and Wetherby in West Yorkshire were called to the A1(M) at 5.30pm…
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Furry, feathered and spiky visitors delight residents at York care home
Residents at Mossdale Residence in Burnholme enjoyed the visit from The Purple Pig Company
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Campaigners get update on Whitby Cliff Lift after 'months of silence'
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has said he has not received a formal request from North Yorkshire Council to support efforts to reopen…
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New inclusive play area opens in York after major refurbishment
The Crombie Avenue site has opened as part of City of York Council’s wider investment in parks and green spaces.
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York schools urged to plant more trees to create greener grounds
Schools are being encouraged to plant trees on their grounds as part of a partnership between City of York Council, St Nicks and White Rose Forest.
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Artificial intelligence already transforming agriculture, says Snaith firm
Croda has published a white paper in collaboration with industry leaders and academic partners to explore the impact of AI on agricultural…
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Right to ask what sort of relationship Britain wants with the EU and settle the matter once and for all
The past decade has been characterised by drift and division. No one feels particularly better off than they were ten years ago and the social challenges continue to mount with fewer and fewer resources available to deal with them. Britain has been swimming upstream and a lot of voters are exasperated.
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'Significant' flood risk to homes from York school car park plan, objection warns
Plans to improve a York school's car park pose a significant flood risk to nearby homes, an objection has warned.
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Drivers face 11-day road closure near Wilberfoss for repair works
Sand Lane in Wilberfoss will be closed to traffic from next month for road works.
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Mum forced young son to walk 'two hours' in pouring rain and pulled his hair
A mother made her young son fetch parcels for her from another address three times in heavy rain then ordered him out of their home, York…
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North Yorkshire artists open studio doors for special winter weekend
Art lovers are being invited to step inside the creative spaces of North Yorkshire’s artists with Winter Open Studios.
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York private hire driver took 81 fares in car without valid MOT certificate
A private hire driver plied his trade in York for nearly a fortnight in a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate, the city’s magistrates heard.
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Yorkshire distillery marks decade of whisky with limited edition release
Spirit of Yorkshire distillery has revealed details of its Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #7.
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Labour is putting Britain first when it comes to procurement - Louise Haigh
In the face of economic headwinds, from the Middle East crisis, to the cost of borrowing - it is more important than ever that we are a bold, reforming government. One that treads where others have shied away from.
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Funding boost for North Yorkshire luxury chocolate brand as it plans to export
A luxury North Yorkshire hot chocolate brand - Northallerton-based 80Noir Ultra- has secured £110,000 in funding as it prepares to expand into…
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Murderer’s death in York sparks coroner’s concerns
A coroner has raised concerns after the death of a convicted murderer in York Hospital.
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Why Yorkshire’s mayors must tread carefully when it comes to the visitor levy
Tax raising powers for local leaders are to be broadly welcomed. The outdated model of Whitehall dictating how much money can be raised and then spent on an area needs to be consigned to history.
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Resident vandalised vehicle in street used by non-residents as car park, court told
A York resident annoyed by people using the cul-de-sac where he lives as a car park took direct action, the city's magistrates court heard.
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Murderer’s death in York sparks coroner’s concerns
A coroner has raised concerns after the death of a convicted murderer in York Hospital.
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North Yorkshire MP vows to push ministers over £253m farming fund backlash
Labour politicians in North Yorkshire have acknowledged problems with the rollout of a £253 million Government farming scheme that ran out of money in less than a day, leaving farmers unable to access support.
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York gym in running for national award as it marks second anniversary
The Recharge Hub in Clifton Moor is in the running for Group Exercise Gym of the Year at the 2026 National Fitness Awards.
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The NHS and social care need to work together, too often vulnerable people are stuck between the two - Jayne Dowle
With the state pension triple lock under threat to fund Andy Burnham’s bold proposal of a national care service, it’s tempting to think that reform is all about the money and nothing else. Expect much tussling to come over this ‘triple lock’.
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East Riding brass band secures podium finish at national championships
The East Riding of Yorkshire Band placed third in the Third Section at the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain, at York Barbican.
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'Spectacular' North Yorkshire garden named one of the best to visit in autumn
The Castle Howard Arboretum has been named one of the best gardens to visit for autumnal colour - here's why.
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First-look photos as major UK revival of Margaret Atwood’s Penelopiad comes to York
First-look photos reveal Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad, a feminist Odyssey retelling starring Amelia Bullmore, opening at York Theatre Royal in…
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Hundreds of volunteers help transform country park in York
Rawcliffe Country Park has been revitalised through a month-long scheme led by York Cares.
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York private hire driver took 81 fares in car without valid MOT certificate
A private hire driver plied his trade in York for nearly a fortnight in a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate, the city’s magistrates heard.
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Hundreds of volunteers help transform country park in York
Rawcliffe Country Park has been revitalised through a month-long scheme led by York Cares.
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700-body mortuary gets go ahead in York amid 'decomposition' fears
Plans for a mortuary housing up to 700 bodies in York have been approved.
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Helmsley theatre company to stage Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
The 1812 Theatre Company will present the play, Death of a Salesman, at the Helmsley Arts Centre this October.
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First-look photos as major UK revival of Margaret Atwood’s Penelopiad comes to York
First-look photos reveal Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad, a feminist Odyssey retelling starring Amelia Bullmore, opening at York Theatre Royal in…
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Helmsley theatre company to stage Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
The 1812 Theatre Company will present the play, Death of a Salesman, at the Helmsley Arts Centre this October.
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York gym in running for national award as it marks second anniversary
The Recharge Hub in Clifton Moor is in the running for Group Exercise Gym of the Year at the 2026 National Fitness Awards.
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Acomb variety night to raise funds for mitochondrial disease charity
A variety night in Acomb will help raise funds for The Lily Foundation, which supports people with mitochondrial disease.
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'Is York's Rowntree Park being left to volunteers?' - resident demands answers
Readers flag concerns over maintenance at York's Rowntree Park and contrasting views on Prime Minister Andy Burnham's Labour Party…
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North Yorkshire artists open studio doors for special winter weekend
Art lovers are being invited to step inside the creative spaces of North Yorkshire’s artists with Winter Open Studios.
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Mum forced young son to walk 'two hours' in pouring rain and pulled his hair
A mother made her young son fetch parcels for her from another address three times in heavy rain then ordered him out of their home, York…
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Campaigners get update on Whitby Cliff Lift after 'months of silence'
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has said he has not received a formal request from North Yorkshire Council to support efforts to reopen…
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Artificial intelligence already transforming agriculture, says Snaith firm
Croda has published a white paper in collaboration with industry leaders and academic partners to explore the impact of AI on agricultural…