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Why concerts, festivals and sports events may not return until late 2021
Many of us are keen to know when we can go back to enjoying sports games, concerts and festivals after the lockdown ends. However, these types of large scale events are likely to be unsafe to attend until late 2021, says Zeke Emanuel, director
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CBeebies confirm Hollywood actor Tom Hardy will return to read more Bedtime Stories
Hollywood actor Tom Hardy will read out more 'Bedtime Stories' for children's channel CBeebies. Now back by popular demand following an appearance on the BBC channel a few years ago - the Peaky Blinders actor will read six more Bedtime Stories
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32 impulse purchase on Amazon you’ll actually use all the time
Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. We all know that Amazon is the place you go to spend way too much money on things you definitely don't need. While some
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Has your car been clocked? Mileage cheating hits an all-time high
A MASSIVE rise in the number of cars being 'clocked' to hide the true mileage has raised fears of dodgy sellers ripping off more motorists than ever. Figures from vehicle data specialists HPI show that there has been a 45 per cent increase in
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Cat cafe and croquet club donate protective equipment
A CAT cafe, croquet club and nail bar are among the businesses that have stepped up to help share vital gloves, masks, goggles and aprons to protect frontline workers. City of York Council appealed for anyone in the city with spare personal protective
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York racing festival cancelled in wake of coronavirus
YORK Racecourse has cancelled its first race meeting of the season because of the coronavirus pandemic. A course spokesman said the Dante Festival, scheduled to run from Wednesday May 13 to Friday May 15 was off, along with another meeting which
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CORONAVIRUS: Police issue 153 fines including 32 in York and 15 in Selby
POLICE in North Yorkshire have issued 153 fines under Coronavirus legislation on restriction of movement. Since April 2, North Yorkshire Police has issued 153 fines to a minority of people who have failed to comply with the restrictions as officers
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Steep rise in confirmed coronavirus cases in York and North Yorkshire
THERE has been a steep rise in the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in York and North Yorkshire. Latest figures from Public Health England show there were 149 confirmed cases in the City of York Council area by around 3pm today (April 15),
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Volunteer army set up by builder
HOUSEBUILDER Persimmon Homes is launching a 'volunteer army' to help the NHS and local communities during the coronavirus crisis. The York-based business has encouraged hundreds of staff to register for the Persimmon Voluntary Programme after deciding
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Aldi launches vegan steak bake for those missing their Greggs fix
Supermarket giant Aldi has recently added a vegan steak bake to its Plant Menu range. The vegan snack has become increasing popular, after Greggs introduced its version earlier this year. Fans will be able to pick up a pack of two of the Aldi
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Teacher's 24 hour running challenge on own driveway
A TEACHER in York will be taking on a 24-hour running challenge outside his own home to raise funds for a mental health charity. Richard Mann, a teacher at All Saint’s RC School, will be taking on the 24-hour running challenge on his driveway outside
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Coronavirus: Death toll at York Hospital Trust reaches 50
THE number of people with coronavirus who have died at York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust sites has reached 50. While no deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours, deaths from last week have since been confirmed - taking the toll to 50
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CORONAVIRUS: York Minster plans memorial service for those bereaved by Covid-19
A SPECIAL memorial service to comfort relatives and friends bereaved during the Covid-19 pandemic will take place at York Minster later in the year. The impact of the virus, and the national lockdown that has been in place to support the NHS and
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Hate crime at York supermarket
POLICE in York are appealing for witnesses to a possible hate crime outside a supermarket in the city. It happened at Morrisons at Foss Island at about 11.25am on Monday, April 6 and involved an altercation between a security guard and a man in
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CORONAVIRUS: Top York department store relaunches online service today
FENWICK has reopened its website service from today - offering a selection of some of its stock for online purchase. The famous department store, which has a branch in the Coppergate Centre, York, shut its stores on March 19 in response the the
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Aldi launches vegan steak bake for those missing their Greggs fix
Supermarket giant Aldi has recently added a vegan steak bake to its Plant Menu range. The vegan snack has become increasing popular, after Greggs introduced its version earlier this year. Fans will be able to pick up a pack of two of the Aldi
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Campaigner against mourner ban 'relieved and proud' at council compromise
THE woman who launched a petition against a ban on mourners at York Crematorium said today she was 'relieved and proud' after it had succeeded. Kelsey Dobson said her aunt would now be able to attend her husband's funeral after City of York Council
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York RUFC director of rugby feels points-per-game was fairest outcome to season
YORK RUFC director of rugby Ian Thomson has expressed his delight following the club’s promotion to the North Premier and believes that the RFU’s points-per-game system was the fairest way of settling the season. The Rugby Football Union decided
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84-year-old woman suffers burns after chip pan fire
AN 84-YEAR-OLD woman suffered from burns and smoke inhalation after a chip pan fire in her home. Humberside Fire & Rescue Service said crews went to the property in Sewerby Road, Bridlington, where an unattended chip pan caught fire and was extinguished
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York Theatre’s digital sessions to unite arts communities
A THEATRE in York, which is closed until further notice, has chosen to organise digital activities to unite creative communities in the city. York Theatre Royal, which is closed until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, has announced
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Who is Charles Ingram? Meet the man who cheated on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire
The hit ITV drama, Quiz, has shone a light on the coughing scandal that saw a contestant win the £1 million jackpot on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? But who exactly is Charles Ingram, what happened on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire and could he
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Eight fined for Covid rule breaches
EIGHT people were issued with fixed penalty notices by Humberside Police over the Easter holidays for breaching guidelines aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus. A force spokesperson said the overwhelming response had been to adhere to
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Next reopens online today - here's what you can buy
Next has relaunched its website after temporarily closing for a fortnight due to the coronavirus pandemic. The clothing and homeware retailer recently listed a number of its 16 UK-based warehouses for sale, in order to raise funds, after hundreds
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Online music sessions continue to unite residents
A YORK woman who hosts musical therapy sessions for elderly residents around the city has continued to bring them together through remote sessions. Charlotte Yandell set up her music therapy business, Kiddleydivey York, in 2019. Since then,
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Hopes for Spa’s summer season
SCARBOROUGH Spa are hopeful the Scarborough Spa Orchestra will still be a part of this year’s summer entertainment programme. The venue is currently monitoring advice from the Government and an announcement on the status of the 2020 summer season
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York City Knights announce new partnership
YORK City Knights have announce a new partnership with online pharmacy service, Atropa Pharmacy. The partnership is primarily based around engagement, and a commitment to boost the health and wellbeing of players, supporters and club partners at
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Marguerite’s 100th birthday celebrations
A RESIDENT from a care home in York celebrated her 100th birthday last week with an in-house party. Marguerite Posnett celebrated reaching the milestone with the staff and residents from the Derwent House Care Home in Kexby. The party involved
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LETTER: I'm looking forward to my hospital date
On Friday I have an appointment at the Nuffield for an injection I should have had weeks ago. I am so excited as I have not been out of my front gate for weeks. I have cleaned the car inside and out but will it start? What shall I wear? I have
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LETTER: A huge thank you to all our inspiring volunteers during this crisis
Recently I visited one of York’s new community hubs and it was brilliant to see just how much the council, volunteers and community organisers have achieved in such a short space of time. The task is huge, but York now has staffed, fully-functioning
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Police appeal after break-in at student accommodation in York
AN appeal for information has been put out after a break-in at student accommodation in York. North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about a bike theft. The incident happened at The Coal Yard, student accommodation
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BetVictor pull sponsorship deal with the Northern Premier League
THE Northern Premier League are searching for a new sponsor, after BetVictor terminated their deal. As well as sponsoring the Northern Premier League, which encompasses Tadcaster Albion and Pickering Town, the bookmakers sponsored the Isthmian League
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Thieves raid car parked in York street
POLICE in York have released an image of two men they want to talk to after a car was raided in the city. The incident happened on Millfield Lane, York at 9.10pm on January 15 when thieves entered a parked car and stole two key fobs. Officers
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CCTV appeal after man attacked in York city centre
POLICE are appealing for information following an assault in York city centre. The incident happened last year, but North Yorkshire Police has just released an an appeal asking for the public's help to identify a man pictured on CCTV. Around
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'It's a difficult situation for everybody' says Knights team manager
YORK City Knights team manager Will Leatt has side that the club are trying to make the best of the unprecedented circumstances they find themselves in when it comes to their training. Sport throughout the country has come to a standstill as a result
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CORONAVIRUS: Live updates from York and North and East Yorkshire
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Revealed: The UK’s favourite pieces of classical music
Classic FM has revealed the UK’s favourite pieces of classical music in its 2020 Hall of Fame. The radio station conducted its latest annual survey of classical music tastes - and collected more than 130,000 votes this year. What are the most
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Fashion stores Oasis and Warehouse on brink of collapse - putting 2,300 jobs at risk
Fashion retailers Oasis and Warehouse are preparing to enter administration - placing about 2,300 jobs at risk. The chains are expected to appoint auditor Deloitte to handle the insolvency process. Why are the chains entering administration
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Which European countries are lifting lockdown restrictions?
The UK remains in lockdown - but some countries in Europe look set to lift a few of their restrictions amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Here’s everything you need to know. Which other countries will be easing lockdown restrictions soon
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Virgin Atlantic cancels more flights for April - what to do if you were due to fly
Virgin Atlantic has suspended all passenger flights for a week in April - and will instead operate as a cargo-only service to help speed up the delivery of medical supplies to NHS hospitals. Due to the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, the airline
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Next reopens online today - here's what you can buy
Next has relaunched its website after temporarily closing for a fortnight due to the coronavirus pandemic. The clothing and homeware retailer recently listed a number of its 16 UK-based warehouses for sale, in order to raise funds, after hundreds
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Whatever happened to social distancing? St Sampson's Square, 1951...
TALK about breaking the social distancing rules... This busy scene shows St Sampson’s Square in 1951. It was taken on a market day before the market (mainly meat and fish) was moved to Newgate. The square - once known as 'Thursday Market' - had
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MEET THE BOSS: David Armitage, founder of York Handmade Brick Company
David Armitage is the founder and chairman of the York Handmade Brick Company, the largest independent brickmaker in the north of England and based at Alne. What job would you like to have other than your own ? I would like to be involved in
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Empty Stonegate shop set to be taken over by top brand
AN empty shop on Stonegate could be taken over by a luxury brand. Loake Shoes has applied for planning permission to take over the former Rohan shop at 24 Stonegate - next to The White Company. Outdoor clothing brand Rohan moved into the former
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CORONAVIRUS: Meal voucher delay hits vulnerable families over Easter
PROBLEMS with the government’s food voucher scheme for vulnerable children meant some families needed to turn to charities for help over the Easter weekend. The government launched a programme to help children who usually get free meals at school
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York education centres host online lessons during lockdown
A GROUP of education centres in York is continuing to support pupils through the lockdown period - by providing online lessons. Kip McGrath, which runs three education centres around the north, east and west of the city, has closed all its sites
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Chancellor ups annual pension allowance thresholds by £90,000
THE point at which tapering of the annual pension allowance kicks in will increase by £90,000 for both threshold income and adjusted income in 2020/21. The move, announced in last month’s Spring Budget, means the taper will not affect anyone with
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Developers sets sights on village near York for 28-homes plan
DEVELOPERS have lodged plans for a prime residential development near York. Easingwold-based Caedmon Homes, in partnership with the Evans Property Group, have submitted proposals for 28 houses to Hambleton District Council. The new homes, if
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Farewell to one of York's last D-Day heroes
ONE of York’s last surviving Normandy veterans - "true gentleman" Ken Smith - has died, aged 95. Tributes have poured in for Ken, of Wheldrake, who paid one final visit with his wife Gloria to Gold Beach last June, 75 years after he waded ashore
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CORONAVIRUS: Council health chief under fire for taking holiday during crisis
THE director of public health in York has come under fire for choosing to take time off work as the coronavirus crisis worsens in the city. City of York Council’s director of public health, Sharon Stoltz, has been criticised by residents who feel