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Dolan marvels at United skills
YORK City manager Terry Dolan declared few complaints but lessons learned and memories earned after a mighty Manchester United defeated his Minstermen 2-0, writes Dave Stanford. "If you look at the movement Manchester United have got, that is what everyone
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Football's monarchs bring joy back to the Crescent
PHEW, what a party. If only Manchester United could play at Bootham Crescent every week, writes Dave Stanford. After years of glum faces, York witnessed the welcome return of fun and smiles on Saturday. York hadn't seen anything like it since... well,
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Fox hopes to pick up a bit of magic
YORK City teenager Christian Fox is hoping some world class pedigree will have rubbed his way after mixing it with Manchester United's finest. The highly-rated midfielder described Saturday's pre-season friendly, which pitted him against the likes of
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McNiven hopeful
YORK City trialist David McNiven is keeping his fingers crossed that Terry Dolan will offer him a chance to extend his Bootham Crescent stay. The City chief has indicated he will decide McNiven's future, and that of fellow trialist Phil Hadland, later
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England call for City trio
ENGLAND is calling for another batch of young York City stars of the future. Three boys from last season's under-15s squad have been selected for English School trials with one picked by the Football Association for trials with the full England Under-
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MODEL PRO
WAYNE'S world is one to watch for all aspiring youngsters, according to York City coach Adie Shaw. City's veteran full-back Wayne Hall seems certain to earn a year's extension to his current three month deal after proving his fitness during pre-season
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These vile creatures
HAS Chris Titley completely lost the plot? I usually skim Chris' column as he says he used to do with the News of the World, but I was amazed at his total dismissal of the Naming and Shaming issue in that newspaper (July 26). Chris seems to base his argument
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This drug can help
I WAS most heartened today (July 27) to hear Alan Milburn, Secretary of State for Health, saying: "The needs of the patient must come first." As this is from the horse's mouth as it were, can we now expect Beta Interferon to be available to all those
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York needs open space and not more shops
AS a former citizen of York and regular visitor to my home town (and your web site) I am concerned at the proposed developments at Coppergate II. It seems to me York is in danger of sleepwalking towards the destruction of its identity for the sake of
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Robertson scores his maiden 50
A MAIDEN half century in the league by Duncan Robertson set Costcutter York and District Senior League division five leaders Rowntree on the way to an 69 run win over a ten-man Stamford Bridge side. Rowntree suffered their seemingly now madatory collapse
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Heworth are back at the top
HEWORTH went back to the top of division three of Costcutter York and District Senior League when they beat Tadcaster Magnet by seven wickets while previous leaders Cawood were thwarted by rain against bottom team Thorp Arch & Boston Spa. Having dismissed
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Earswick soar away with their eleventh victory
NEW Earswick became the first side to record 11 wins when they had a 30 run advantage in their Costcutter York and District Senior League division four match at Tadcaster Magnet. With a lead of 78 points over second-placed Yapham, New Earswick are almost
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Burgess stands firm as leaders triumph
Costcutter York and District Senior league division one leaders Dunnington won their derby game at Stamford Bridge to go 31 points ahead - but only after some worrying times. Stamford Bridge managed to make only 113 as Simon Kellett took three for 28
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Alliance win to close gap on front-runners
CLIFTON Alliance reduced Easingwold's lead to 35 points in the premier division of Costcutter York and District Senior League when they had a six wicket victory over Woodhouse Grange while Easingwold had a frustrating draw at Whitkirk in a game limited
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York gets ready for Queen Mum's party
A RANGE of special activities have been organised by the Army in York to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Queen Mother on Friday. Dubbed "York's biggest birthday party" many of the events may feature on BBC Television, as part of its countrywide coverage
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Sufferer says 'spare my rest'
A MULTIPLE sclerosis sufferer has made a fresh appeal for a tennis centre not to be built next to the York respite centre upon which he relies so heavily. Mike Lewis spoke of his fears that he may no longer feel able to stay at Woodlands Respite Care
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It's Hambleton for the good life, say residents
HAMBLETON has been hailed as "a good place to live" by the majority of residents who took part in a major survey. Conducted by the district council, the report found 93 per cent of 1,600 residents questioned as part of a five-month long research project
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Music makers
The stately home near Helmsley was alive with the sound of music at the weekend, when hundreds of people flocked to performances at the Ryedale Festival tent. Festival tent project manager Bob Riley said they managed a "coup" on Saturday when top violinist
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Farmer breeds dotcom success
A FORMER North Yorkshire farming giant has established a successful venture selling computer games and software over the web. And now the budding e-commerce entrepreneur has clinched a deal with Paragon Publishing worth £2.5 million. Ashley Clark, 29,
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Woman warns of abusive builders
A FRIGHTENED York woman is warning pensioners to be on the look out for abusive "cowboy" builders who became threatening when she refused a work offer. Christine Shaw, 50, of Railway Terrace, Holgate, has spoken out after being subjected to a terrifying
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Betty's so proud to be one of the girls
HUNDREDS lined the pavements of York in the baking heat as the former Speaker of the House of Commons, Betty Boothroyd, saluted veteran Ack Ack girls who defended Britain during the Second World War. The retiring Speaker, who is patron of the York-based
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York Open bowls event under threat
CITY of York Open Bowls Tournament is facing its last end without new blood to help organise the competition. This year's tournament dodged the showers to come to a successful conclusion at the weekend and organisers have indicated the 2001 competition
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Microlight pilot injures his back in crash
aA MICROLIGHT pilot crashed when his engine failed just after taking off from an airstrip near York. Instructor John Teasdale was today being treated for suspected back injuries at York District Hospital following the accident at a Microlight Centre at
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Dolan marvels at United skills
YORK City manager Terry Dolan declared few complaints but lessons learned and memories earned after a mighty Manchester United defeated his Minstermen 2-0, writes Dave Stanford. "If you look at the movement Manchester United have got, that is what everyone
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Is housework the new sex?
I HAVE for a long time made known my dislike of the most overrated activity on the planet. Just watching sex on television has a stupefying effect on me - as for actually doing it... Yawn - it beats counting sheep any day of the week. Yet to all intents
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New directions
TALKING of diversification, tonight we reveal how Ashley Clark has taken the considerable career leap from farmer to computer games wizard. What Old Macdonald would have made of it is anyone's guess. Mr Clark has swapped traditional livestock for a mouse
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Sir Alex hails super Fettis
SIR Alex Ferguson is banking on York City goalkeeper Alan Fettis to enjoy a season of many blank returns. The Manchester United boss hailed the performance of the Northern Ireland international as outstanding after Saturday's pre-season friendly at Bootham
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Royal award
I WAS delighted to see that the Duke of York is visiting Riccall to open the new Community Centre. Your readers should understand that the project was granted a Charter of the Duke of York's Community Initiative which was presented at the Royal Armouries
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Costcutter York and District Senior Cricket League results and tables
Premier Division Thirsk (25 pts) bt Sheriff Hutton (0 pts): Sheriff Hutton Bridge 68 (B D Petty 4-25, A D Hawke 3-7), Thirsk 69-0 (L McCrae 40no). Pocklington (5) drew with Acomb (21): Acomb 241-5 (A Tute 75, S P Simpson 60no, R Sykes 44), Pocklington
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Last ball drama gives Carlton edge
CALRTON Towers, runaway leaders in division two of Costcutter York and District Senior League, got the better of a draw at home to second-placed Bridlington. Carlton were in trouble at 61 for four then Jamie Pocklington (31) and Steve Townend (36) added
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Record breakers
RECORD crowds turned out for the 110th Huby and Sutton-on-the-Forest Agricultural Society Show and Gymkhana at the weekend. Show secretary Jane Johnson said the uncertain weather encouraged many more people than ever before to turn up for the event. She
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Bulgaria aid mission
TIRELESS York aid worker Clive Phoenix has departed on another mission of mercy, this time to help children in Bulgaria. Mr Phoenix, who lives in Haxby and runs the charity WATCH, flew out to Bulgaria yesterday on a two-week trip to get three children's
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Off the pace
Malton and Norton golfer Simon Dyson finished 13 shots off the lead in the Dutch Open. The rookie professional carded a final round one under par 71 to finish with a four round total of 282, well behind winner Stephen Leaney (pictured), of Australia,
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Consolation for Caroline
YORK swimmer Caroline Foot took consolation for her Olympic trials disappointment last week by winning the British title in the 50m butterfly yesterday. The week-long ASA National Championships at Sheffield, which have been doubling up as the Sydney Games
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Podium finish for James
YORK'S James Thompson enjoyed two top five placings in rounds 17 and 18 of the British Touring Car Championships at Donington Park yesterday. However, the results have done little for his series hopes, as he still lies back in ninth in the table, 68 points
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Minister on reviving day trip to Whitby and Scarborough
A TOP-level bid to revive the fortunes of North Yorkshire's east coast resorts is being launched by a Government Minister. Tourism Minister Janet Anderson is to visit Scarborough and Whitby on Wednesday as part of a fact-finding tour to revive the traditional
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Roses clash comes to a watery conclusion
Yorkshire's fiercely contested Roses match came to a watery end at Headingley today when torrential rain brought about its abandonment even before the scheduled starting time. The deluge was a particular blow to Yorkshire who were in much the better position
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American researchers call halt on archives transfer
AMERICAN family researchers have joined the row over the proposed move of archives to York University and the suspension of city archivist Rita Freedman. The Evening Press reported last week how City of York Council was considering moving priceless documents
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Becks fizz - All eyes on David as United make it sparkling party at Bootham Crescent
BECKHAM mania swept York as a huge crowd packed into Bootham Crescent for City's big match with Manchester United. United's star player David Beckham, valued at more than £40 million, was the big attraction as City were beaten 2-0 by a star-studded side
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Mission accomplished
YORK City diehards would disagree, but the result was always meant to be of secondary importance. With the gate money banked, the stars in attendance to satisfy the curious, victory over the Premiership champions and their fleet of multi-million pound
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Sir Alex hails super Fettis
SIR Alex Ferguson is banking on York City goalkeeper Alan Fettis to enjoy a season of many blank returns. The Manchester United boss hailed the performance of the Northern Ireland international as outstanding after Saturday's pre-season friendly at Bootham
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Yorkshire hand rivals reprieve
Yorkshire missed a great opportunity to take a tight grip on the Roses match at Headingley yesterday after they had put Lancashire in to bat and reduced them to 128 for six at one stage. But they then showed themselves to be an experienced bowler short
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Wasps have got their man
YORK Wasps RL Club will begin next week with a new coach at the helm. Interviews with all six candidates have now been completed and the club are on the brink of naming the new man in charge. Chief executive Ann Garvey revealed the board had already made
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Talent to win despite penalty
RARE TALENT can win the Dorothy Laird Memorial Trophy for the second successive year at Beverley tomorrow. Trainer Steve Gollings has booked the experienced Jane Allison for the mount on his gelding in a novel ladies' race, which is open to amateurs and
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Micklegate has a long run of history
THE entry of Her Majesty the Queen to York through Micklegate Bar last week - and the simple but moving ceremony of the touching of the State Sword - will have reminded the thousands of people who turned out to welcome their sovereign of the bar's historic
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Funds needed for our resorts
ANYONE who visited Whitby or Scarborough at the weekend might be forgiven for asking: "Crisis? What crisis?" Coastal route traffic jams and packed beaches might suggest that talk of Britain's seaside decline is exaggerated. Sadly, however, the decline
