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Kevin Sinfield's journey from York during third day of MND ultra-marathon challenge
Sir Kevin Sinfield set off from York this morning during his latest endurance challenge for motor neurone disease (MND) charities.
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Mayor ‘very confident’ region can introduce overnight visitor levy
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is ‘very confident’ that he will be able to implement a visitor levy on overnight stays in the region.
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Wells Fargo fires one of the ‘Cornell 7’ accused gang raping fellow student: report
The former Chi Phi member had worked for the bank since 2022, according to a report
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'Patience is wearing thin': Andy Burnham told to act faster on social care reforms
The Prime Minister said plans for a national care service would be on the ballot at the next election.
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Fundraiser for County Durham referee killed in Florida 'hit-and-run' hits £10,000
A fundraiser to bring a Seaham man killed in a Florida hit-and-run home to his family has raised more than £10,000.
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Cornell students blast school’s response as gang-rape scandal rocks campus
Cornell students say they found out about the alleged gang rape at a frat house via email and the campus is planning demonstrations this week after the incident became public knowledge, Justin Rohrlich reports
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Urban trees in south-east England can't cope with the changing climate
In cities such as London, trees are already struggling with hot and dry summers. Botanists warn that we need to start replacing them with drought-adapted species
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Mayor ‘very confident’ region can introduce overnight visitor levy
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is ‘very confident’ that he will be able to implement a visitor levy on overnight stays in the region.
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Chris Mason: Andy Burnham delivers deeply political speech with a personal core
The key thing to understand about Andy Burnham's speech is these were the words and the delivery of both a new prime minister and a grieving son, the BBC's political editor writes.
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Farmers left ‘in despair’ as ‘angry’ MPs hit out at handling of £253m farming fund
North Yorkshire MPs have hit out at the management of a £253m Government farming scheme that ran out of money in less than a day, leaving thousands of farmers ‘in despair’.
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Watch: What Labour Conference announcements mean for York and North Yorkshire
NEW powers over skills, careers and economic development could have the biggest impact on residents of the North Yorkshire coast, according to the…
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Home Office mix-up leaves boy, 6, and his mother without a UK visa
Skye von der Osten says she ‘relied in good faith’ on information provided by the Home Office but now faces ‘traumatic’ move
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Cole Palmer: Chelsea forward "victim" of "sick" system, says PFA chief
Cole Palmer is the "victim" of a "sick" system that is expecting too much of players, according to Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Maheta Molango.
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How to watch Czechia vs England: FREE streams, team news & TV channels for Nations League 2026/27 game
Both teams will be seeking to bounce back after losing their opening fixtures
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Andy Burnham pledges a big shakeup for Britain in a high-risk political speech
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to give Britain “a new social contract for the 21st century.”
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Kevin Sinfield's journey from York during third day of MND ultra-marathon challenge
Sir Kevin Sinfield set off from York this morning during his latest endurance challenge for motor neurone disease (MND) charities.
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Footballer dies at the young age of 32 as club pays tribute
A footballer has suddenly died at the age of 32.
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RAF Fairford: 'Quantity of petrol' but no explosives found in three vehicles
Police say the decision to release five men on bail is one "grounded in experience and strategy".
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All the major policy announcements in Burnham’s Labour conference speech
The prime minister has maintained a focus on the cost of living in his opening months
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Andy Burnham pledges pension triple lock changes to fund care reforms
The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK.
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Andy Burnham pledges to change pension triple lock and create a national care service
In a speech that was over an hour, the Prime Minister made bold announcements on water, electoral reform and Brexit.
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2028 Olympic torch relay to begin in Atlanta and travel through all 50 states before arriving in LA
Organizers say the torch relay for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will begin in Atlanta, the site of the last U.S. Summer Games in 1996
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Brendan Venter: Saracens face fines after director of rugby refuses media commitments
Saracens are facing fines from Prem Rugby for director of rugby Brendan Venter's failure to fulfil media commitments.
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Watch: What Labour Conference announcements mean for York and North Yorkshire
NEW powers over skills, careers and economic development could have the biggest impact on residents of the North Yorkshire coast, according to the…
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Five takeaways from Andy Burnham's Labour conference speech
Big policy announcements and emotional moments as the prime minister delivers a speech to Labour's conference.
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Every policy pledge Andy Burnham has made since becoming prime minister
The prime minister has maintained a focus on the cost of living in his opening months
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New UK homes in flood-risk areas could become uninsurable, says Aviva boss
Amanda Blanc says flooding threat is ‘absolutely increasing’, as she also warns ministers over ‘kite flying’ before budget
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The withdrawal of inheritance tax relief on farmland is having the desired effect - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Doug Clark, Cononley, Keighley.
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Questions surround counterterror probe into US air base after suspects were freed on bail
The U.K.'s counterterror police have released five suspects on bail during an investigation into a suspected bomb plot targeting a U.S.-operated air force base in England
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Andy Burnham expected to tackle pensions triple lock in Labour conference speech
Andy Burnham will pledge to tackle the issues politicians “usually avoid” in his first leader’s speech at the Labour Party conference amid mounting speculation the pensions triple lock could be reformed to fund social care.
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Daniel Thomas refused bail over alleged boat damage in Channel
Daniel Thomas is remanded in custody after appearing at Portsmouth Crown Court.
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Chris Mason: Burnham opens debate on huge issue of social care reform
The pitch from Andy Burnham is that there needs to be a willingness to say "the things politicians usually avoid", the BBC's political editor writes.
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'Next Lionel Messi or Lucy Bronze' could get start in York under new plans
The next Lionel Messi or Lucy Bronze could soon play their first football matches in York, a senior councillor has said.
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How Liverpool really feels about Andy Burnham’s homecoming
As Andy Burnham addresses the Labour Conference in the city of his birth, Dan Haygarth asks the people of Liverpool whether their Scouse PM will benefit the city - or whether his ‘Manchesterism’ shows his priorities are elsewhere
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Minister refuses to rule out scrapping state pension triple lock
Despite being pressed on it by broadcasters, the education secretary would not say whether Mr Burnham and chancellor John Healey are considering ending the policy
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‘KEEP OU-’: Banksy’s powerful anti-Brexit installation to go up for sale
Titled “Keep Ou T” and currently displayed ahead of Phillips' Frieze Week Modern & Contemporary Art Auctions in London, the artwork dates from 2019 and goes under the hammer next month. It's no stretch to assume that world famous and...
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Rugby Union: Dallaglio to sell 2003 Rugby World Cup winners medal after bankruptcy
Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio is set to sell his 2003 Rugby World Cup winner's medal after being declared bankrupt.
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Royal Navy sailor ‘abandoned night watch duty’ while trainee looked after £143m ship
Lieutenant Samuel Hanney appeared before Bulford Military Court charged with negligent performance of a duty
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Kevin Sinfield route and timings for MND challenge from York
Sir Kevin Sinfield is set to run through York during the rugby legend’s latest fundraising challenge for the
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On this day: Police say big cats are roaming East Yorkshire
Yorkshire has long had rumours of big cats roaming the countryside - but on this day in 2003, police fuelled the theories even further.
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Thinktank says pension triple lock ‘fiscally unsustainable’ ahead of Burnham’s speech to conference – UK politics live
PM expected to call for a debate on the future of the mechanism that determines pension increases in his speech
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RAF Fairford: Rubio says ‘foreign actor’ behind suspected plot as some evacuated residents begin to return home – latest updates
US secretary of state and Donald Trump express concerns about decision to bail suspects; some residents reported as hesitant to return home
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Sir Gareth Southgate helps raise £23,000 for Yorkshire children’s hospice
Sir Gareth Southgate has helped raise more than £23,000 for Martin House Children’s Hospice at a star-studded Yorkshire golf event.
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Sir Gareth Southgate helps raise £23,000 for Martin House Hospice at Yorkshire Invitational
Some of the biggest names in British sport descended on Ilkley Golf Club this week for the annual Yorkshire Invitational, raising a massive £23,361.70 for
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Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly miss out on latest Lionesses squad
Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone misses out on selection for England's Women's World Cup qualifying matches this month.
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Kevin Sinfield route and timings for MND challenge from York
Sir Kevin Sinfield is set to run through York during the rugby legend’s latest fundraising challenge for the
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New leader sets out priorities for Yorkshire Dales National Park
James Blake becomes chief executive of the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, bringing YHA leadership experience to nature, communities and…
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Not enough nuts to go around? World Conker Championships hit by extreme weather
The UK climate continues to face the uncertain effects of extreme weather
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Farmers left ‘in despair’ as ‘angry’ MPs hit out at handling of £253m fund
North Yorkshire MPs have hit out at the management of a £253m Government farming scheme that ran out of money in less than a day, leaving thousands of farmers ‘in despair’. The £253m sustainable farming incentive (SFI) is a Government...
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CNN’s Jake Tapper grills DA over handling of Cornell gang rape allegations
The Tompkins County District Attorney has reopened the case after facing intense backlash over not pursuing criminal charges in the two years since the incident
