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Julian Cole
Cut TV froth and stick to nitty gritty Gritty television programmes such as Prime Suspect are too gloomy for foreign tastes, according to the Department of Culture. The Culture Secretary, Chris Smith, advises broadcasters that they are missing out on
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Air-brained bombing
When Reichsmarschall Hermann Goering boasted that his Luftwaffe would bomb Britain into submission in 1940 he had no precedent to guide him. He had to rely on faith, guesswork and his own genius. Air Marshal Tony (Blair) is a far better case. History
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What's all fuss about?
In response to negative remarks made about PC John Bolton, our erstwhile community policeman (Letters, April 12), we would like to express the following sentiments. PC Bolton is a dedicated professional with a wry sense of humour - a trait often lacking
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Firm's boost to hospice appeal
A Selby firm has given a major boost to the Hospice 2000 appeal with a £1,000 donation from its general charity fund. Tate & Lyle Citric Acid chose the cause because many workers have a special link with the hospice. Steven Smith, administration manager
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Council workers reject pay deal
York council staff and management were in a stand-off today after an offer over pay and conditions was overwhelmingly thrown out by union members. The threat of strikes in key council services has not been ruled out Unison employees demand a better deal
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Carruthers rubs salt in Boro wounds
Suffering Scarborough fans were given a cruel glimpse of what their York City counterparts could once only dream of - a Martin Carruthers goal. The former Minsterman lone ranger bagged his first for the Quakers since signing from Peterborough on transfer
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Our pub hours are still a farce
Party animals will raise a glass and toast Jack Straw today. The biggest knees-up in a thousand years is officially on. Thanks to the Home Secretary, we can drink to the new Millennium and beyond. In theory, revellers could begin the celebrations in a
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Youngsters turn on style in victory
Youngsters were to the fore in York City reserves' 3-0 win over Notts County. Midfielder Lee Bullock starred alongside the transfer-listed Steve Agnew, while up front another member of the successful FA Youth Cup team James Turley dovetailed well with
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On the brink!
Retiring Heworth coach Stewart Horton is confident the Villagers can bounce straight back to the National Conference top flight after defeat against West Hull virtually condemned them to the first division. Forward thrust: Rich Darling surges into the
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Adviser 'exploited elderly man's trust'
A York financial adviser "exploited the trust and generosity" of a vulnerable rich elderly man by stealing hundreds of thousands of pounds from him, a court heard. Former company director Edward Hickson regarded his long-time money adviser Peter Barlow
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Councillor losing sight to cataracts
A City of York councillor has revealed one of the reasons he is standing down at this year's local election is because he is losing his sight to cataracts. City of York councillor Andrew Armstrong who is standing down at this year's local election because
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GM food raiders come a cropper
Protesters have vandalised a genetically-modified crop site near Tadcaster - but the land did not contain "Frankenstein food", it was revealed today. Police are investigating the attack, which was carried out under the cover of darkness at Headley Hall
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Royal double for Yorkshire
North Yorkshire played host to a right royal double today with visits by both the Prince of Wales and his sister, the Princess Royal. Royal date: Princess Anne arrives at York University today to be greeted by the civic party before entering the Central
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Schools hit the lottery jackpot
Schools and sports organisations across North Yorkshire were celebrating today after bagging more than £340,000 in lottery grants. Owzat: Celebrating at Lady Lumley's School are (left to right) Steve Merritt, support services manager, Tim Garnley, Becky
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Pubs will close for never-ending party
The new Millennium looks set to become the all-night party that never was. The Government has announced plans to let pubs and clubs stay open for up to 36 hours over New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, allowing revellers to drink right through the night
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Furry tales wanted
The closing date for nominations in the Arthur's Awards 1999 is only three weeks away. So with the prestigious Golden Arthur and £1,000 up for grabs, cat owners must hurry if they're not to miss out! Feline TV Arthur is on the prowl for stories from all
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Crash cost me dearly
In response to the article, A64 Crash Driver Banned (Evening Press, March 31), I am the passenger who was in the car in collision with one driven by Mr Pyman and would like to clarify a few things from that report. My neck was broken in two places, for
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More parking means even more pollution
York NHS Trust has put in a planning bid for a 600 space two-storey car park (Evening Press, March 29). This increases overall spaces by more than 200 at the Wigginton Road site. Traffic models predict that queues will increase from 75 to 277 vehicles
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Village action stations
Potential rail users are being consulted over a fresh bid to link York villages to the city centre by rail for the first time since the 1930s. City of York Council was last year unsuccessful in its bid for £2m government cash to build two new stations
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Fire leaves kids heartbroken
Young gardeners waiting for their spring blooms have been left heartbroken after fire destroyed their allotment. Gutted: Herald Armer and her son, Joe, five, and daughter Grace, three, with the burned-out shell of their allotment shed and greenhouse on
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Time for Tykes to come good again
Yorkshire have won the county championship a record 29 times since it took its present form in 1890, and nothing would delight the team or the club more than to have their name engraved on the trophy one final time this season before the competition is
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Prolific Gay Breeze can blow away rivals
Thirsk kicks back into life tomorrow for the start of its opening two-day meeting, highlighted by Saturday's Classic Trial. Quantity, rather than quality, is the order of the day tomorrow, however, with big fields and plenty of horses seeking their first
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Anthony Newley was an all-round entertainer from another age.
He started his showbusiness career as a stage school tea boy. But his big break came soon afterwards when he landed the role of the Artful Dodger in the film of Oliver Twist. Newley went on to become an accomplished actor, playwright, author, lyricist
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Relieved Wasps in the clear
The threat of a winding up order against York Wasps has finally been lifted after the Inland Revenue withdrew their petition. Proceedings were first brought against the club back in December over alleged unpaid taxes of around £82,000. A payment plan
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'Staggering response' to appeal
Only one week after we launched our joint Evening Press-Unicef appeal to help the children of Kosovo, the total raised by readers has reached nearly £3,650. Regional officer for the international charity, Sandra Howarth, said the response was staggering
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Hunt for army pals
A group of army comrades who met through a teletext advert are trying to track down further members of their old regiment in the York area. The 6 Regiment of Royal Artillery, which was disbanded more than 30 years ago, has had two reunion weekends since
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Swanning about on A1
On a wing and a prayer, a mystery black swan has arrived in Ryedale. Jean Thorpe, of the Ryedale animal rehabilitation centre, with the rare black swan found by the A1 at Wetherby. Picture: Frank Dwyer The rare bird was found in a state of great confusion
