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York Shakespeare Project’s Henry IV Parts One and Two, Church of St Martin-cum-Gregory, Micklegate, York, July 29 to August 15
HARRY Hotspur’s head was stuck on Micklegate Bar after the Battle of Shrewsbury, only a stone’s throw away from where Tom Cooper will stage Henry IV Part One and Two at St Martin-cum-Gregory Church from Thursday. The history in Shakespeare’s history
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Updated: Former York trucker jailed for £250m Ritz hotel fraud
A FORMER potato delivery man has been jailed for five years for an ambitious scam to sell The Ritz hotel in London for £250 million. Jobless Anthony Lee, 49, who used to live in Whixley, near Boroughbridge, and worked for a Dunnington firm,
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Updated: Mourners say final farewell to York Marine
HUNDREDS of mourners gathered inside and outside York Minster today as the city said its final farewell to Royal Marine David Hart. Relatives, friends and comrades of the 23-year-old serviceman, of 40 Commando, were joined by military veterans
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Voices Of The English National Opera, St Helen’s and All Saints Church, Wykeham, August 14
Voices Of The English National Opera will perform at St Helen’s and All Saints Church, Wykeham, near Scarborough, on August 14. Four ENO soloists, soprano Clare Mitcher, mezzo soprano Deborah Davison, tenor Ben Kerslake and bass baritone Andrew Tinkler
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Spotlight on Ryedale homes plan
COUNCILLORS are set to run the rule over a Ryedale scheme which aims to create almost 200 new homes. Persimmon Homes has revised its planning application to build 186 houses on the site in Norton previously occupied by Westfield Nurseries. A final
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Dyson poised to step up bid for Ryder role
SIMON Dyson’s drive for Ryder Cup qualification takes on new urgency – starting at this week’s 3 Irish Open. The 32-year-old Malton & Norton Golf Club ace, pictured, tees off at the Killarney Golf and Fishing Club on Thursday in the three million euro
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Foyle says City shirts are still up for grabs
YORK City manager Martin Foyle says he has no idea about the identity of his starting 11 for the opening game of the Blue Square Bet Premier season against Kidderminster at Bootham Crescent. As his side prepare to face Scunthorpe United
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England calling for ace Bairstow
Jacques Rudolph has backed York starlet Jonny Bairstow to play for England within three years. South African Rudolph, with a wealth of international experience under his belt, has seen enough of the 20-year-old to suggest that he will be giving Matt
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Sheffield steel provide a test for Harrogate
Harrogate Town travel to Sheffield FC tonight (7.45pm) and boss Simon Weaver expects a battle. Town are in good shape following Saturday’s 2-1 victory over North Ferriby United at Wetherby Road. Graeme Armstrong and Martin Foster scored superb goals
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Winterburn knock keeps Woodhouse on course for title
WOODHOUSE Grange II stayed on course for promotion as they got the better of a draw with Castleford in division 4A of the Hunters York & District Senior Cricket League. Both sides topped the 200 mark at Cas, but the home side’s 206-6 left them tantalisingly
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National reward
YORK City Baths Club’s elite swimmers were given a rousing send-off ahead of this week’s National Championships. The championships start at Ponds Forge, in Sheffield, tomorrow and the club held a special event to show their support for the 11-strong
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Unhappy hat-trick for unlucky Smith
EAST Yorkshire racer Guy Smith posted his third consecutive non-finish in the latest round of the American Le Mans Series at Lime Rock – his Dyson Racing team’s “home” circuit. The 35-year-old Beverley ace was sharing his Castrol Dyson Racing Lola
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Skelton and McCreedy secure division two championship
UNBEATEN Fulford are the first side to clinch a title in the IT Sports Mixed Doubles Tennis League. They secured the division two crown after winning their latest match against Wigginton, thanks to Nigel Skelton and Jill McCreedy finishing with an
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Park pulverised as Poppleton close in on crown
Unbeaten Poppleton 1 need only four points from their last three matches to secure their eighth Tyke Petroleum Men’s Tennis League title after they roundly thrashed Rowntree Park 82-26. Pop’s top two pairs each scored 28 games – a match-winning 56
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A high five for Knaresborough
KNARESBOROUGH won the race to claim the first title in the Fulford Ladies Invitation Tennis League as they lifted the division five championship. A victory over relegated Sheriff Hutton sealed top place and they will be joined in division four next season
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£300k Sussex Stakes can fall to Group 1 ace Canford
Canford Cliffs, the most exciting three-year-old miler in Europe, can underline his star quality on the Sussex Downs tomorrow. The Richard Hannon-trained colt, an outstanding juvenile last season, has won Group 1 races on his last two starts. Firstly
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External debt costs rise – but it is mostly available
CHARTERED accountants in North Yorkshire say that businesses are paying a higher price for external debt finance, but those who do apply are mostly successful. According to the latest Business Opinion survey from ICAEW (Institute of Chartered
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Pearson Jones wraps up new deal with Standard Life
AWARD-winning York-based financial adviser Pearson Jones plc has joined a select group of UK wealth managers able to enter a “wrap arrangement” with financial services giant Standard Life. Pearson Jones, the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners’
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Young Discoverers Ltd
SOME would say that as a former bank manager, Ruth Dowswell could not go wrong when it came to her own venture, Young Discoverers Ltd, at Escrick Business Park in York. But it was just as much her love of children that powered the business to astonishing
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Exclusive Footwear, based in York, has acquired Breeze Shoes
DESIGNER shoe retailer Exclusive Footwear, based in York, has acquired Breeze Shoes in Newcastle upon Tyne. This acquisition expands the business, founded in 2005 by 38 year-old mum of two Frances Chalmers, to five outlets and will create three new
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Mr Moo’s Ice Cream Parlour
WHEN the Milk Marketing Board folded, it was followed by a rapid fall in milk prices, leaving family dairy farms such as Stephen and Judith Foreman’s farm at Skipsea unsustainable. Like many farming businesses, they had to diversify. And it was a family
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York Racecourse Hospitality
YORK Racecourse serves more than 150 full sirloins of beef, 350 lobsters and dresses 1,200 crabs at every Ebor Festival. This food is cooked in ten different kitchens by 60 chefs, and the business behind it all is CGC Events, which trades as York Racecourse
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Clear Wave IT
WHEN Clear Wave IT reforms the efficiency of a business through IT, founder Elliott Chandler can honestly say: “I know how you feel”. For the business practices what it preaches, and has spent the past three years having a consultant assess its own business
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Lewis Hull, Noverre Ltd
THE PAST year has been very difficult for independent retailers and Noverre is no exception. But coming through the other side and looking towards growth, owner Lewis Hull is optimistic about the future. Lewis founded distribution and
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Carbon Neutral Hosting
CARBON Neutral Hosting offers web hosting with a twist. The Pickering-based company has recognised that both it and its customers should do something to offset its CO2 emissions. So it has linked up with Harrogate-based charity the United Bank of Carbon
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Mila Brides
JO Millner worried she may fail when she set up her bridal company in the middle of a recession. But 20 months on with Mila Brides developing a reputation for its independently designed wedding dresses and other bridal services, she feels she is getting
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Aegis Executor Management
SORTING out the administration of the estate of someone who dies is both a technical and sensitive task. It can also be unnecessarily expensive for relatives. With that in mind, Aegis Executor Management, of St James’ House, Escrick Business Park, has
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Parents nominated for their selfless courage and love
THREE parents who have always been there for their children despite coping with tremendous hardship in life have been nominated in our Community Pride Awards. Catherine Edwards, of Strensall, lost her husband nearly five years ago when he died aged 52
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York City season tickets available for collection
YORK City season tickets are now available for collection from Bootham Crescent. The ticket office will be open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, and will also be open before tonight's friendly against Scunthorpe United (7.45pm kick off). Tickets
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Judge speaks of 18-year-old Anthony Kerrigan’s ‘shocking record’
A TEENAGER who was already York’s most arrested person when he was 15 has been jailed three years later, after a judge condemned his “shocking” and “inexcusable” record. Anthony Kerrigan has been getting into trouble with the police since he
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Stars to run in York 10k
WORLD Cup winning legend Sir Geoff Hurst, champion jockey Richard Dunwoody and Yorkshire-born model Nell McAndrew will be among the thousands of runners taking part in this year’s York 10K. Up to 6,000 runners will join together for the Run For All event
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Woman urged to turn in Leeman Road knife robber
A WOMAN who walked from the scene of a knife robbery with the man who carried out the crime has been asked to “search her conscience” and help police bring him to justice. Police are combing CCTV footage and appealing for witnesses following the incident
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No relief as Lawrence Street roadworks continue
IT SHOULD have been a day of relief for York’s long-suffering motorists. But instead, the disruption goes on. Yesterday ought to have been the final day of the gasworks which have brought major diversions in the Walmgate and Lawrence Street areas of
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Ethical KitKats fairing so well
YORK confectionery giant Nestlé says it is to expand its Fairtrade links, after its initial switch drew an “overwhelmingly positive” response. The chocolate firm began using Fairtrade cocoa in four-finger KitKats in January, and says the move has gone
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Car scratched by vandal at Tesco Supermarket, Askham Bar, York
A VICTIM of a “deliberate and malicious” act of vandalism is appealing for witnesses to come forward to help catch the criminal responsible. The York resident, who does not want to be named for fear of reprisals, said more than £1,000 of damage
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999 cover fears for villages north of York
FEARS have been raised over ambulance cover in villages north of York after the introduction of a new computer system. The system, which sees ambulances stationed around York according to historical data, is being tested in the city. Yorkshire
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New community’s homes celebration at at Birch Park, York
A NEW community has been born as the first phase of a multi-million pound development of affordable homes for York is now ready. Eighty-five new residents have now moved into their new homes – 20 two-bedroom apartments at Birch Park – and they celebrated
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Motorcyclist killed in East Yorkshire crash is named
A MOTORCYCLIST killed in a weekend crash on an East Yorkshire road has today been named. The man who died in the collision with a car on the B1246 near Pocklington on Sunday afternoon was John Trevor Nield, 47, of Wynthorpe Granary, North Dalton. Mr
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First Jack Archer awards presented at York’s Poppleton Road School
The awards, in memory of the former councillor, Lord Mayor and long-time governor of the school who died earlier this year aged 90, were presented to one child in each class who had consistently tried their best throughout the whole year.
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Tax expert Adrian Widdowson’s holy role in York Mystery Plays
A TAX expert swapped his calculator for a crucifix when he played Jesus Christ in this year’s York Mystery Plays. Adrian Widdowson, a tax specialist with leading Yorkshire accountants Garbutt & Elliott, took the part of Christ in the Guild of Scriveners
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Sarahlouise Weston - accidental death verdict after swallowing cyclizine
FRIENDS of a teenage girl have told how they tried to wrestle drugs from her hand shortly before she died from an overdose. Sarahlouise Weston, collapsed on January 30 in an alleyway near her home and died later in hospital. She had swallowed a quantity
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Alert after spate of York burglaries
POLICE are reminding residents to safeguard their property after a spate of break-ins in York. Over the weekend, a number of houses in York were burgled, with cars, electrical equipment and jewellery being taken. A York Police spokeswoman said
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Sex assault on female passenger on York to Derby train
A WOMAN was sexually assaulted on a train near York, sparking a police appeal for witnesses. The incident took place between 3.45pm and 5.30pm on July 2, between York and Derby. Investigating officer, PC James Paget, said the 20-year-old victim was
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Askham Bryan College to host taster event for would-be students
TEENAGERS interested in a career outdoors are being invited to taster days at Askham Bryan College, near York. The prospective students will get the chance to drive a tractor or take a spin in an off-road LandRover or a Lotus sports car. Courses offered
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A bitter-sweet end to the school year
SCHOOL leavers from Acomb Primary School were given VIP treatment to mark their last day of term. The 33 Year Six pupils were taken on an open top bus ride around the city, followed by a party at Acomb Parish Hall with food and a disco.
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Complaints against North Yorkshire Police rise by 25pc
COMPLAINTS and accusations against police officers in North Yorkshire have soared, leading to force chiefs to implement training sessions in a bid to drive down the number of gripes. Figures, revealed in a meeting of the North Yorkshire Police Authority
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On course to raise cash for charity
GOLFERS are being invited to tee off in aid of Caroline’s Rainbow Foundation. The York-based charity’s 2010 golf day will take place at Allerthorpe Park Golf Club on Friday, September 15. Mixed teams of four are invited to sign up to the challenge
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Why not ban vuvuzelas from York City matches?
SO York City FC will not ban vuvuzelas (The Press, July 24) and yet they will stop me from taking a plastic bottle of drink into the ground with a cap on as it could constitute a danger. They will allow me to take a vuvu into the ground with which I
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Fern Grimble to attend Northern Ballet School’s Summer School
A TALENTED York teenager has danced her way into a place at a prestigious ballet school over the summer. Fern Grimble, 14, was described as a “brilliant all-rounder” by her proud teacher, Evelyn Witcombe, who said her pupil was thoroughly deserving of
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Friends of Alfie Oliver organise concert for Pulmonary Hypertension Association
FRIENDS of a York two-year-old who is battling a serious heart condition have organised a fundraising concert to raise money for research in to the illness. Alfie Oliver has suffered from pulmonary hypertension since he was born, requiring extensive
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A berry nice time, Lynn
A fundraising strawberry tea was organised by Lynn Allan at her home in Brayton to raise funds for St Wilfrid’s Church parish hall. The event which attracted a good attendance of parishoners and villagers raised £300. Lynn said: “I would like to thank
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£465 raised at Sainsbury’s, Monks Cross
A TWO-DAY collection at Sainsbury’s at Monks Cross raised £465 for the supermarket’s new charity of the year. The money donated by customers on July 17 and 18 will go to the York branch of the Myasthenia Gravis Association, which is raising funds
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Cambodia journey for charity group
A GROUP of York residents and students are heading to Cambodia to help women and children affected by HIV, Aids and the sex trade. The group of 13 from St Michael le Belfrey Church will work with a local charity, the Cambodian Hope Organisation, in
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Fund boosts two York charities
TWO charities in York have received a cash boost from the Co-operative Group’s Community Fund. York and District Mind, which helps people aged over 16 who are affected by mental health issues and emotional distress, has been awarded a £2,000 grant,
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York parents’ plan new secondary school in Holgate
PARENTS in York hoping to set up a new secondary school in Holgate said they are “getting creative” after the Government said funding for a new building was unlikely. Tim Moat and Neil Furguson, two of the parents behind the project, were recently invited
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Dringhouses scouts to ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise money for Martin House Hospice
YORK Scout leader Michelle Wilson is leading the way on a 1,000-mile cycle trip. Michelle, of Yorvik Explorer Scouts in Dringhouses, will be getting on her bike with 12 young people from the group who are going to tackle a route from Land’s End to John
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Resurfacing part of Stray Road, in Heworth, starts Monday
MOTORISTS are being warned to watch out for resurfacing work in York next week. City of York Council will resurface part of Stray Road, in Heworth, starting on Monday. The work is programmed to take up to two weeks to complete, working Monday to Friday
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Memorial to the folly of war
MIKE Usherwood laments that there is no day of commemoration to recognise the sacrifice of Bomber Command (Letters, July 17). Perhaps the reason is because a sense of guilt accompanies that sacrifice. When the war began, Hitler and the Nazis were the
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James Espin and family to walk the National Three Peaks Challenge for the charity CAST
THREE months ago they did not even own a pair of hiking boots – but now James Espin and his two children aim to scale the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales in 24 hours. James, who lives in Easingwold, his 16-year-old son, Tom, and 20
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999 priorities
I WAS really sorry to read about Sam Gibson breaking his wrist in a cycle accident, but I am amazed anyone would think of calling an ambulance when it was possible to get to hospital without one (The Press, July 22). Surely ambulances must be used according
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Costly solution to problem of waste
DESPITE reassurances from director of city strategy Bill Woolley (Letters, July 23) about the environmental and financial ‘benefits’ of a 25-year waste treatment contract with Amey Cespa, the proposed solution will be more costly than current disposal
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Council spotlight on tax discount
A REVIEW has been launched by East Riding of Yorkshire Council (ERYC) into people claiming single person discount on their council tax. Local residents are being asked to step forward if they are no longer entitled to it. The council is set to undertake
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Praise for York Hospital
I recently spent 11 days in Ward 26 at York City Hospital and would like to echo the sentiments of Liz Edge (The Press, July 19). From cleaners through dinner ladies, nurses to doctors and consultants, they were first-class at all times. Cleanliness
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Holidays– and living is easy...
The school holidays are here and, like most parents, I don’t know whether to laugh or cry. Six whole weeks with the children can test you to the limit, but in many ways it is easier than term time. The way I see it, there are advantages and disadvantages
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New recycling system for York
SO THE new recycling system has arrived. Despite assurances that it would save operatives time, I see that they now have to collect at least three boxes, taking, obviously, three times as long... a good saving there then. Then we come to the householder
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It’s bloom or bust for York
IT IS D-Day for York on Thursday when the Yorkshire In Bloom judges make their final visit to the city. The judges will tour the city to decide whether York’s floral offerings and street environment meets the Gold standard. They will visit a wider
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York housing scheme in Lawrence Street criticised by Civic Trust
A CHURCH and a heritage organisation have criticised revamped plans to create a student housing complex on the site of a former York garage. Black Lion Limited has produced a second set of proposals to build five accommodation blocks, which would house
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Free swims a great way to tackle obesity
I WAS astounded at the Con/Lib cuts for free swimming for over 60s and under-16s. This after only one year. This was a great innovation by the Labour Party as the amount of obese adults and children in this country is frightening. Swimming is a wonderful
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Not drawn to tattoos myself
THERE are lots of things I don’t like, I’m afraid. A random selection of items which induce negativity in me might include overly humid summer weather, people who think the Twenty’s Plenty campaign means they should drive at 20MPH below the legal speed
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A fun suggestion
Reference David Quarrie’s letter on his visit to the Railway Museum (The Press, July, 21). Perhaps Mr Quarrie should meet up with Sam, the director of fun, who seems to be going full steam ahead in his role? Mary Pringle, John Street, York.
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Just 30 Fair held in Museum Gardens to support Good News Campaign
A free sports and activities event was held in York to celebrate a city health initiative. The Just 30 Fair was held in the Museum Gardens to support the Good News Campaign, launched in January. The campaign encourages everyone to do 30 minutes of
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Nestle's new raisin-and-biscuit Milkybar tested in York
NESTLE is gearing up to unleashing its latest product on the market, and if York shoppers are anything to go by, it looks like it’s on to a winner. The Press recently reported how a new Milkybar is going on sale. Now we have given members of the public
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Discover the shoe collection at York's Castle Museum with the Footsteps exhibition
WOMEN’S relationship with shoes form one of those mysterious Mars and Venus divides. Men just don’t get how heart-stopping it is to find the perfect pair – and how that thrill needs to be reignited time and time again. For most women, shoes are much
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City of York Council to make it easier for residents to protest
CHANGES are afoot at City of York Council to make it easier for residents to lodge a protest. The council will this week look at how a new petitions scheme, which will clarify what campaigners can do to make their voices heard, and bring the authority
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Poppleton Dental Practice raises £480 for Dentaid
DENTISTS from North Yorkshire have raised £480 by dressing up as characters from a children’s book. Staff from Poppleton Dental Practice decided to have a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on behalf of oral health charity Dentaid. The funds, which were raised