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Will we be able to collect our loved one's ashes? Q & A issued over Crem mourner ban
AS controversy rages over its ban on mourners at York Crematorium, City of York Council has published a series of questions and answers explaining the thinking behind the decision - and the implications for the bereaved. Q. What happens if we have
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York man charged with murder of man found in River Foss
A MAN has been charged with the murder of a York man in 2007. John David Clarke, known as David, of Huntington Road, York, died aged 43 in April 2007. His body was recovered from the River Foss near Towthorpe in April 2007. David Roustoby
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Two teenagers arrested on suspicion of drug offences
POLICE arrested two teenagers in Harrogate last night (April 9) on suspicion of drug offences. At around 5pm the 17-year-old boy and 19-year-old man were seen to run off when they spotted a police officer. Officers found the 19-year-old a short
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CORONAVIRUS: Number of confirmed cases in York and North and East Yorkshire rise again
THE number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the City of York Council area has risen again - with an increase of 10. This brings the number of confirmed cases in the area to 111. Yesterday saw the York figures pass 100 for the first time. The
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City leaders reassure businesses coronavirus grant payments are accelerating
CITY of York Council leaders have reassured the city’s businesses that the council is delivering on its promise to accelerate payments of government grants. Over £7m had been paid by close of play yesterday (Thursday 9 April), meaning payment rates
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‘Egg-static’ donation for York children's charity
A FAMILY-RUN property management and lettings business has helped bring Easter joy to children in York, with a charitable campaign. The campaign, organised by Littlefairs, saw hundreds of its tenants, landlords and suppliers post positive pictures
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CORONAVIRUS: Live updates from York and North and East Yorkshire
6:42pm That's it from our live blog today folks. Thanks for following the coverage. We'll be back in the morning.
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Four more coronavirus deaths at York NHS Trust hospitals
FOUR more people with coronavirus have died at hospitals within the York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. NHS England said that the total number of coronavirus deaths within the trust is now 37. A further 866 people, who tested positive
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£65,000 for 8 loo rolls - the most expensive household items on eBay
Online auction site eBay has introduced tough new rules and suspended hundreds of accounts in a clampdown on people trying to profit from coronavirus panic. And here's why: these eye-watering prices for ordinary household goods were all recorded
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‘Superstar’ Caroline up for Community Pride award
A NORTH Yorkshire Slimming World consultant has been nominated for the Community Pride Person of the Year award by members from her group for “keeping them all going”. Caroline Kitching, who lives in Acklam, has worked for Slimming World for two
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Crimestoppers warns of abuse rise during lock down
CRIMESTOPPERS have issued a warning for potential domestic abuse during the lock down period in the UK, as helplines see an increase in reports. Domestic abuse helplines have seen a large increase during the lockdown, to both perpetrator and victim
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Disinfecting food shopping after a supermarket trip - what the experts say to do
Covid-19 can be transmitted through contact with an object that an infected person has touched - and some people are worried about their groceries. The public has already been advised that it is wise to take precautions while out shopping - including
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WATCH: Blood biker and friends 'Clap for Carers'
A NORTH Yorkshire Blood Biker, along with his family and friends, joined in the 'Clap for Carers' campaign last night. Dennis Jagger and his family and friends who live in Back Lane, Bilbrough, gathered outside their homes to clap for the NHS workers
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York teen is a real 'life shaver'
A TEENAGER from York is hoping to make a buzz when he has his head shaved to raise money for a children's cancer charity. Sam Brown, 15, had been working with his textiles teacher on putting together a fashion show. But due to the coronavirus outbreak
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Thea’s bracelets for ‘hope’
A YOUNG girl has been creating ‘hope’ bracelets to support elderly people currently living in isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic. Thea Subritzky, six, has been making her rainbow-themed bracelets to help those in need. Once she has made
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CORONAVIRUS: TV presenter and top doctor send message to DIY enthusiasts
A TELEVISION presenter and a top NHS expert have a message for DIY enthusiasts this Easter weekend. Amazing Spaces television presenter George Clarke and Andrew Bennett, NHS Trust and NHS National Clinical Director for Musculoskeletal conditions
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North Yorkshire bakers make hampers for front line care workers
A NORTH Yorkshire care group has teamed up with a local baker to provide each of its staff with a hamper of food as a reward for their hard work during the Coronavirus pandemic. Saint Cecilia’s Care Group, who have a home in Pickering, called in
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York family's 'gruelling' 900-mile motorcycle challenge
A BUS driver and relief controller from York helped raise vital funding for an RSPCA centre just before the world entered lock down due to coronavirus. Andi King with his son Trafford and brother-in-law Spencer Phillips managed to get home from
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New North Yorkshire hospital to open this weekend in battle against coronavirus
THE newest Nightingale Hospital opens in Harrogate this weekend, providing vital additional bed capacity to help combat the Coronavirus pandemic. The new facility was constructed in less than two weeks, converting eight halls normally used for
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Wildfire risk means moors are no go
GAMEKEEPERS and moorland managers today appealed for the general public to stay away from the moors and uplands over the Easter Weekend. The unseasonably warm weather conditions have dried out the uplands greatly increasing the chance of wildfires
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Dogs in York invited to share lock down stories
A PET photographer in York is inviting pets from around the city to share their lockdown experiences. Annemarie King, known as 'The Phodographer', has set up the initiative. The counties pets have a unique perspective at this unusual time and
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CORONAVIRUS: Campaign to support shop workers
A FORUM in York is asking people to join them in thanking shop staff and delivery workers for the work they are doing to keep everyone supplied. York Labour Women’s Forum is backing a campaign by the shopworkers’ union USDAW called ‘Solidarity With
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NHS services in Vale of York over Easter
This bank holiday weekend, NHS Vale of York Clinical Commissioning group is urging that everyone should stay home in line with government guidance and that GP and pharmacy services are open for non-coronavirus related health concerns. The below
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York joins in nationwide Easter egg hunt
CHILDREN in York can join in a nationwide Easter egg hunt. The Big Neighbourhood Easter Egg Hunt involves creating an Easter egg to place in your window so anyone out walking, cycling or running for their one hour of permitted exercise per day
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Soldier’s 24-hour task to support NHS staff
A SOLDIER from York recently took on a 24-hour challenge to raise funds for the NHS to support them through the coronavirus pandemic. Josh Downes, born and bred in the city in the Acomb area, is now based in Catterick Barracks in North Yorkshire
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Clap for our Carers - bagpipes edition
THE Clap for our Carers campaign continued around the UK last night, but one York resident decided to add her own twist. The campaign encourages the public to give a round of applause to NHS staff and carers in our communities working tirelessly
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York Fish and Chip restaurant shut on Good Friday, but shares recipe
THE owners of one of York's fish and chip shops says the firm is is closed on Good Friday for the first time in more than 50 years due to the Coronavirus outbreak. But the owners of Papa's, which has branches in Parliament Street in York city centre
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Police thank public for staying home - but urge to do same over Easter
NORTH Yorkshire Police have thanked the public for staying at home - but ask that they continue to follow Government guidelines over the Easter weekend. As we approach the Easter weekend which usually marks the start of a very busy summer season
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CORONAVIRUS: Surge in puzzle sales in lockdown
ORDERS for puzzles have surged as adults and children spend more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic, according to manufacturers. Firms are reporting sales increases of more than 150 per cent as people stay at home during the nationwide
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So you think this home working business is a new trend? Well, the Georgians got there first...
Home working is nothing new, says ANDREW MORRISON of York Civic Trust. The Georgians did it all the time... Many of us have set up our homes to allow us to work remotely during this coronavirus pandemic. But while we’re in lockdown, perhaps we
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Charity's new Facebook page to help addicts in lockdown
A CHARITY supporting people in recovery from alcohol and drugs has set up a Facebook Group to provide much-needed support, during the lockdown to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. The Recovery Network, which under normal circumstances covers the
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Dolly Parton starts reading bedtime stories online - how to listen
Dolly Parton is doing her bit to help children stuck indoors by reading a range of bedtime stories online. The country music sensation has launched a 10-week series of bedtime videos will come as an addition to the work of her Imagination Library
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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland launch dedicated phone line for over-70s
A number of major banks have launched a telephone service dedicated to customers aged 70 or over. Lloyds Banking Group has announced the new initiative aims to assist customers who need support the most, by helping its banks keep on top of the
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Is a sore throat a symptom of coronavirus? Here are the signs to look out for
Can a sore throat indicate that you have coronavirus? The symptom has gained lots of traction on social media and search engines in recent days. While widely publicised symptoms of the virus include a new, persistent cough and a high temperature
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Handstand t-shirt challenge: What you need to know as task goes viral
As the lockdown shows no signs of ending - people and celebrities are turning to internet trends to keep them entertained. This is everything you need to know about the handstand t-shirt challenge, which has seen celebrities like Tom Holland, Ryan
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The lockdown is over - but what happens next for Wuhan?
In the final day of his Wuhan Diary, STEPHEN LEWIS reports on how the city greeted the official end of lockdown WUHAN, Wednesday April 8 At midnight, as Tuesday ticked over to Wednesday, the skyline of this huge, modern city of 11 million people
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CORONAVIRUS: how it may be changing our world forever
Will the world ever be quite the same once the coronaviris pandemic is over? STEPHEN LEWIS looks at some ways in which things might change - possibly for the better MORE than one reader of The Press has commented recently about just how fresh the
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CORONAVIRUS: Easter church services in York performed online
WORSHIP and prayers for the Easter weekend at York Minster will be entirely digital for the first time this year – a landmark in the Minster’s 800 year history. A series of audio services will be released to mark some of the most important days
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Florist says residents are sending themselves flowers to brighten lockdown
WHAT better way to brighten a day in lockdown than with a bouquet of colourful flowers? And a York florist has created her own rainbow of flowers in the shop window - at Fulford Flowers on Main Street. Sheryl Popplewell from the florists is creating
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CORONAVIRUS: York GP surgeries open for Easter
YORK medical groups say they remain open today (Good Friday) and Easter Monday to reduce pressure on hospital workers. Priory Medical Group has chosen to remain open over the bank holidays to “stand shoulder to shoulder” with hospital colleagues
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Inspiration coach offers online help during coronaviris crisis
AN INSPIRATION and well-being coach is pledging to be there for people over the coronavirus period - helping them with their mental and physical health. Matt Messia’s impact leadership course - that offers one-to-one coaching for teachers, medics
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CORONAVIRUS: York lab joins battle against Covid-19 - but needs your help
A YORK laboratory which normally tests people for food allergies and intolerances is now planning to help in the battle against the coronavirus. YorkTest Laboratories Ltd wants to develop an antibody test for Covid-19, which should tell people