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Calls for faster action on safety measures to protect of 360 schoolchildren at Harrogate school street
Anxious Harrogate parents, residents and teachers are calling for greater speed on the delivery of an essential ANPR/safety camera for the landmark School Street scheme, which protects 360 school children every single school day.
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York location known for ‘vagrants, drug use and assaults’ to be tackled
An area that’s known for “vagrants, drug use and assaults” in York city centre would be made more secure under new proposals. Merlin Entertainments, owners of the York Dungeon on Clifford Street, is applying to put in security measures to...
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Man sought by police after ‘sexual assault’ in York city centre
Police are investigating a reported sexual assault in York city centre.
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Mapped: Britain’s ‘10 most and least affordable’ places to buy a home
Lloyds says the average UK home costs about 7.3 times average earnings, the lowest it has been since 2015
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Thief strikes at York bookshop
A thief has struck at the Waterstones bookshop in York.
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York set for new direct trains to Brighton and Gatwick under Grand Central plans
Grand Central has secured four additional trains for its proposed new direct rail service between Newcastle and Brighton, which could run up to five times a day in each direction.
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North Yorkshire tourism tax could be ‘straw that breaks the camel’s back’, MP warns
A PLANNED overnight visitor levy could be the ‘straw that breaks the camel’s back’, a North Yorkshire MP has warned.
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Police search for man in distinctive T-shirt after sexual assault in York
A victim was sexually assaulted in York city centre last night, sparking a major police investigation. Officers were called at 9.15pm last night (Wednesday) after the assault took place at 7pm. A cordon was put in place outside the Fenwick...
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Thief strikes at York bookshop
A thief has struck at the Waterstones bookshop in York.
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Darlington step closer to direct Brighton rail link as deal secured
Darlington has moved a step closer to gaining a direct rail link with the South Coast after Grand Central secured trains for its Newcastle to Brighton service.
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Man sought by police after ‘sexual assault’ in York city centre
Police are investigating a reported sexual assault in York city centre.
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Car bursts into flames on road near York – crews called to scene
A car has burst into flames on a road close to Acaster Malbis, near York.
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York and North Yorkshire bus system branded ‘broken’ as £3.5m reform plan advances
BUS transport in North Yorkshire is “broken”, the county’s mayor has said, ahead of a proposed £3.5 million investment in developing a full bus franchising assessment.
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Car bursts into flames on road near York – crews called to scene
A car has burst into flames on a road close to Acaster Malbis, near York.
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Car window smashed during break-in in York
A car window has been smashed during a break-in in Bishophill, York.
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Car window smashed during break-in in York
A car window has been smashed during a break-in in Bishophill, York.
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Police appeal for information about a car break-in in York
Police have put out an appeal for information in relation to a vehicle break-in in York. The incident happened on Kyme Street, York, at about 4:15am on Wednesday 30 September. A car has been broken into, with the window being smashed. North...
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Reopening of Sam Smith's York pub delayed again due to 'equipment failures'
The re-opening of the much-loved York pub Trafalgar Bay has been delayed yet again.
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York’s new recycling bins unveiled – here’s what households need to do
NEW wheelie bins for recycling have been unveiled ahead of their roll out to thousands of York homes. Around 63,000 households are set to receivetwo 180L wheelie bins, one for paper and card and another for glass, tins and plastic, next...
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North Yorkshire tourism tax could be ‘straw that breaks the camel’s back’, MP warns
A PLANNED overnight visitor levy could be the ‘straw that breaks the camel’s back’, a North Yorkshire MP has warned.
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Mayor says ‘dictator’ comparison by North Yorkshire councillor was ‘offensive’
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has hit back after a senior North Yorkshire councillor compared the growing powers of elected mayors to those of a dictator. The Labour mayor said he found the comments “offensive” and...
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Press readers reveal their favourite carveries in York and North Yorkshire
The amount of response following a recent review of the carvery at The Anchor Inn, Whixley, has sparked debate on where you will find the best carvery.
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RECAP - Police incident and cordon in York city centre - car park closed
Police are guarding an area of the centre of York this morning with parts of the Coppergate Centre closed and the council-run car park.
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Mayor says 'dictator' comparison by North Yorkshire councillor was 'offensive'
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has hit back after a senior North Yorkshire councillor compared the growing powers of elected mayors to those of a dictator.
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York's new recycling bins unveiled - what people are being urged to do
New wheelie bins for recycling have been unveiled ahead of their roll out to thousands of York homes.
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York's new recycling bins unveiled - what people are being urged to do
New wheelie bins for recycling have been unveiled ahead of their roll out to thousands of York homes.
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York and North Yorkshire bus system branded ‘broken’ as £3.5m reform plan advances
BUS transport in North Yorkshire is “broken”, the county’s mayor has said, ahead of a proposed £3.5 million investment in developing a full bus franchising assessment.
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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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Crew called to flat fire in York
A crew was called after a fire alarm activated in York flats last night (Wednesday). Firefighters from Easingwold, on standby in the city. went to Percy’s Lane at7.13pm. A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “On...
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Shop workers react to police cordon in York city centre as shifts begin
As reported by The Press, police have been guarding entrances to a riverside walkway close to the Coppergate Centre, and the City of York…
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Person in York river after railings give way - emergency services called
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the scene at 2.23am this morning (Thursday, October 1).
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Police incident in York – Car park cordoned off
There is an ongoing police incident in York city centre. The Coppergate Centre multi-storey car park is currently closed. Next to the car park there is a police cordon in place at the riverside walkway, leading to Castle Car park. Incident...
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Drivers ask: When M62 speed cameras activate after a new limit
DRIVERS on smart motorways have to be ready for the speed limit signs to change - but how quickly after a change are overhead speed cameras…
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Chef with more than 45 years' experience takes on new role
A chef with more than 45 years of experience has taken on a new role.
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Man sought by police after taxi driver racially abused in York
A taxi driver has been racially abused in York, with a police investigation underway.
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Person in York river after railings give way - emergency services called
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the scene at 2.23am this morning (Thursday, October 1).
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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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Chef with more than 45 years' experience takes on new role
A chef with more than 45 years of experience has taken on a new role.
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Person falls into the river in York after railings give way
A person fell into the river after the railings they were leaning on gave way early today (Thursday). Emergency services were mobilised to the incident at King’s Staith at 2.23am. A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson...
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Driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving in York
The arrest took place in the Fulford area, although North Yorkshire Police did not specify a location.
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Police incident and cordon in York city centre - car park closed
Police are guarding an area of the centre of York this morning with parts of the Coppergate Centre closed and the council-run car park.
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Police looking for a man in connection with a hate crime in York
Do you recognise this man? North Yorkshire Police would like to speak to him in connection with a racially aggravated hate crime incident that occurred at around 7pm on Sunday 6 September in York. The incident took place inside a taxi,...
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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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Driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving in York
The arrest took place in the Fulford area, although North Yorkshire Police did not specify a location.
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Man sought by police after taxi driver racially abused in York
A taxi driver has been racially abused in York, with a police investigation underway.
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Shop workers react to police cordon in York city centre as shifts begin
As reported by The Press, police have been guarding entrances to a riverside walkway close to the Coppergate Centre, and the City of York…
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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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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…