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Pet lovers in York urged to open their hearts to abandoned animals
PET Lovers across York and North Yorkshire are urged to open their hearts to abandoned animals this month. The RSPCA has launched its annual Adoptober rehoming drive and says growing numbers of pets at its centres, including York and Harrogate,
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Organisers issue statement as London Marathon runner dies, aged 36
A man has died after competing in the London Marathon. The 36-year-old, from South East England, , collapsed between miles 23 and 24, London Marathon Events said in a statement. The man received immediate medical treatment and an ambulance
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York charity launches Christmas Appeal
A York children's charity is calling on customers at hospitality and other businesses to add a donation of £1 to their bill to help York children. The Island also wants at least tend businesses to get involved to help it raise at least £5000 in
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York City winger Alex Hurst hails 'brilliant' attacking options
ALEX HURST has labelled the attacking threats that York City possess as “brilliant.” One of 17 signings after York’s promotion to the Vanarama National League, Hurst arrived at City from Port Vale in the summer and has gone on to establish himself
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York City Knights play-off semi-final opponents Leigh promoted to Super League
YORK City Knights’ play-off conquerors Leigh Centurions have won promotion to the Betfred Super League. Leigh were successful in their promotion push, beating Batley Bulldogs 44-12 at Leigh Sports Village on Sunday. The Centurions were the
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York City Knights back-rower Bailey Antrobus named in Wales World Cup squad
BAILEY ANTROBUS has been called up to the Wales squad for the coming World Cup. The York City Knights back-rower made his debut for Wales, who he qualifies for through his heritage, in June earlier this year against France, a game that Wales lost
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Woman jailed for 'feeding' predators by producing child sex abuse material
An East Yorkshire woman has been jailed after she admitted to "feeding" sexual predators by producing child sexual abuse material and sharing it online. Sonia Chivers, 29, from Driffield, was arrested by National Crime Agency (NCA) officers in
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Tadcaster Albion earn a point away at Carlton Town but remain winless
TADCASTER Albion remain winless in the Pitching In Northern Premier League east, but earned a point through a 1-1 draw with Carlton Town away from home. Nathan Dyer’s goal, his first for Tadcaster, was cancelled out later in the first half by Niall
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Time spent at York City has 'been fantastic' says Askey ahead of 50th game
JOHN ASKEY has enthused that his time at York City has “been fantastic” for both him and Kingsley James as he approaches his 50th game in charge of the club against FC Halifax Town. York travel to The Shay on Tuesday (7.45pm) for their mid-week
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Charity call for sponsors to support blind veterans
A MILITARY charity is calling on East Yorkshire organisations to sponsor a wreath and help ensure veterans can take part in Remembrance Sunday. Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision-impaired ex-service men and women, is looking for
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Man who exposed Jimmy Savile working on another 'untouchable' paedophile case
The man who exposed Jimmy Savile as a prolific paedophile has revealed there is another “untouchable” high-profile living sex offender he is trying to bring down. Mark Williams-Thomas, group-wide investigations editor at Newsquest, is best-known
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York City will face Clitheroe or Bury away from home in the FA Cup
YORK City will take on either Clitheroe or Bury FC away from home in fourth round qualifying in the FA Cup. In what will be York's first FA Cup game of the season, they will be travelling for the fixture. Clitheroe and Bury play on Wednesday
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Leeds United battle to win a point against Aston Villa after red card
FANS at Elland Road were short-changed on Sunday as Leeds United’s ten-men slugged out a niggly goal-less draw with Aston Villa. Football rarely broke out in a stop-start game blighted by time-wasting – an issue which, with impeccable timing, United
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Man who exposed Jimmy Savile working on another 'untouchable' paedophile case
The man who exposed Jimmy Savile as a prolific paedophile has revealed there is another “untouchable” high-profile living sex offender he is trying to bring down. Mark Williams-Thomas, group-wide investigations editor at Newsquest, is best-known
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Ronan Michael signs two-year deal with York City Knights after loan spell
RONAN MICHAEL has signed a two-year deal with the York City Knights, moving there permanently from Huddersfield Giants. Michael spent last season on loan at York from Betfred Super League side Huddersfield, making his Knights debut against Featherstone
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Yorkshire households to see bill reduced amid firm 'falling short' of standards
Households across Yorkshire are set to see millions taken off their water bills after the local supplier was penalised by Ofwat. The water regulator found 11 companies across England and Wales to have missed targets in areas such as water supply
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18-year-old soldier who escorted Queen's coffin found dead in barracks
An 18-year-old soldier who played a role in the Queen’s funeral has been found dead at his barracks, the Army has confirmed. Household Calvary trooper Jack Burnell-Williams was among soldiers who escorted the Queen’s coffin as it was carried through
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What's this York church going to do with its 'mighty marrow'?
MY, my, that's one mighty marrow! This whopper was brought along to St Barnabas Church in York for harvest festival by parishioner Jackie Stokes. Rev Matt Woodcock, who is Pioneer Minister for both St Barnabas and St Paul’s, admits he almost
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Boy, 11, grabbed by throat in attack by man in York street
An 11-year-old boy was grabbed by the throat in an attack in a York street, police say. Police investigating the assault against the boy in New Earswick are appealing for information. A man is believed to have grabbed the boy by the throat
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UK faces 'significant risk' of gas shortages this winter amid 'blackout plans'
The UK’s energy regulator Ofgem has warned the country faces a “significant risk” of gas shortages ahead of the winter months. In a letter revealed by The Times, Ofgem warned there was a chance of "gas supply emergency" due to Russia’s war on Ukraine
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Video of attack victim being grabbed by throat posted social media
TWO teenagers have been questioned by police in connection with an attack that was posted on social media. North Yorkshire Police said the incident, which took place in Scarborough in the alleyway between Huntriss Row and Vernon Road, near McDonald's
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Met Office issues 'danger to life' warning amid strong wind and rain forecast
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning with the UK braced for strong winds over the coming days. The weather agency warned of a “danger to life” with a small chance of injuries as a result of flying debris over the coming days.
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Emmerdale star sensationally quits soap to focus on brand new career
ITV Emmerdale star Isobel Steele has quite the soap after six years with show bosses planning explosive exit scenes which will see a legend return for the 50th anniversary month. The actress who portrays Liv Flaherty on the soap has called time
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Bus firm to launch ticket bundles to suit new travel routines
A BUS firm in York is expanding its range of flexible tickets to give customers greater choice in planning cheaper travel over longer periods. The changes to First York will come into effect from Monday October 10 - as the bus operator also introduces
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York building society set for new look
A Halifax Building Society in York is set for a revamp. The Lloyds Bank Group has applied to City of York Council to undertake the work to the branch at 47 Parliament Street. The proposal includes removing an external ATM on the listed building
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Halloween: East Yorkshire stately home to screen films in outdoor cinema
A STATELY home in East Yorkshire is due to screen Halloween films in their outdoor cinema. Sewerby Hall and Gardens will be bringing back their outdoor cinema this month after their film screenings over the summer to show two Halloween-themed films
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VIDEO: Busy road in York set to close after 'alarming looking' dip appears
A BUSY road in York is set to close for around two weeks to allow for emergency investigative work after a dip appeared. City of York Council will be carrying out emergency works in Bishopthorpe Road from Monday October 17. This follows a ‘
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Met Office issues yellow wind warning for York
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind for York and across the North East this week. The national weather service has put in place the warning from 00.00 to 23.59 on Wednesday, October 5. It has forecasted strong winds
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Drax power station accused by TV probe of chopping down forests
DRAX has denied claims in a BBC current affairs programme that it has cut down environmentally-important forests. Panorama yesterday claimed that Drax, which runs a power station near Selby and has received billions of pounds in green energy subsidies
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Car crashes into building in York
A CAR crashed into a building on a busy road in York earlier today. It has been reported that the car crashed into a prominent building on the corner of Hospital Fields Road and Fulford Road this morning. The black Mini Cooper went into the
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Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak
Turkey supplies for Christmas dinners across the UK could be at risk amid the country's worst outbreak of Avian Bird Flu. The National Farmers' Union issued the warning following the culling of three million birds. The news comes after Bird
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Warning over new Covid symptom 'more common than loss of smell' as cases rise
Brit have been warned of a new Covid symptom appearing amid a fresh wave of cases spreading across the UK. Covid experts are reporting a new dominant symptom which appears to be more common than the loss of taste or smell. Two-thirds of all
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Quality Street makes major change to iconic chocolates ahead of Christmas
Quality Street has announced a major change to its famous chocolates ahead of the busy Christmas period. Nestle, the multinational food company behind the festive fan favourite, which has a major site in York, is to axe the iconic colourful wrappers
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Tesco shopper reveals how you can get 'free lunch' from the supermarket
A TikTok user has revealed how Tesco shoppers can get a ‘free lunch’ alongside a Costa coffee at the popular supermarket. @passwithbecky has gone viral on the video sharing platform after explaining how she managed to land a ‘free lunch’ when grabbing
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Help for start-ups in York and Harrogate
THE search is on for 30 start-up businesses in York or Harrogate in need of support. The StriveLive start-up incubator is backed by York City and Harrogate Borough Councils. Last year, it helped 14 local entrepreneurs, many of whom launched successful
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Meteor shower to mark start of popular festival
A METEOR shower is set to mark the start of a popular festival in North Yorkshire later this month. Shun the indoors this half term and head to the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks’ Fringe Dark Skies Festival from October 21
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JustGiving page set up to assist York City legend John MacPhail
A JUSTGIVING page has been set up in honour of York City legend John MacPhail. MacPhail sustained a life-changing injury in December last year and his family are looking to raise funds to help with the finances needed for care and equipment at
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Wildlife trust bags £1,000 donation from housebuilder
A WILDLIFE trust has secured a £1,000 donation from a local housebuilder as part of a community initiative. Barratt Developments Yorkshire East has donated £1,000 as part of its Community Fund initiative to Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, a charity that
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Scrapped plans to open asylum centre would have cost 'more than £32m'
Scrapped plans to house asylum seekers at a former RAF base in North Yorkshire would have cost more than £32m, according to reports. Plans to open an asylum centre at the former RAF base at Linton-on-Ouse were scrapped in August after opposition
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Residents enjoy food and drink at popular festival in York
RESIDENTS from a care home in York had a "fantastic" time at a popular festival in the city - enjoying a range of market stalls. Staff and residents from Barchester’s Ouse View care home had a "brilliant" time visiting the various market and street
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Hundreds of trees to be planted across the UK in "living legacy" for the Queen
Hundreds of trees will be planted across the UK as part of a tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty passed away on September 8 at her summer home in Balmoral in the Scottish Highlands, aged 96. The 350 saplings made up a striking
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See the deals you can redeem at McDonald's on October 3
McDonald’s is launching deals for this week so you can save yourself some money while enjoying a meal. This week, two deals are being rolled out on Monday, October 3. Start your day right with a Breakfast Roll for just £2.19, or indulge later
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Warning over food price hikes affecting everything 'from beer to bacon'
Brits have been warned they could see significant price hikes when shopping at UK supermarkets including Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more due to the surging cost of carbon dioxide. New analysis suggests the rising cost of carbon dioxide could add £1.7
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Fire crews called to incident in York - paramedics on scene
TWO fire crews were called to an incident in York overnight - and paramedics were also on the scene. Crews from York and Acomb, along with an officer, responded to a report of a smoke alarm that had been sounding at a property in Aldborough Way
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Rental homes released onto North Yorkshire market
More refurbished former MOD homes have been released onto the rental market in North Yorkshire. London-based property company Annington Homes is offering two-bed 1940s-style homes in the Topcliffe area for £625PCM. The move follows the company
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Speeding driver keeps licence because she wants to join police
A SPEEDING motorist has been allowed to keep her licence because she plans to join the police. Rachel Batkin, 40, is a senior master driver in the Army and is coming to the end of her military career, Harrogate Magistrates Court heard. She
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The volunteers helping to save Yorkshire’s wetland wildlife
Volunteers have been ensuring the survival of rare wetland plants and animals. JOHN CAVE of the Yorkshire Derwent Catchment partnership reports The morning is unseasonably warm and humid, the country in the very last throes of late summer.
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Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng revokes scrapping of 45p tax rate ahead of conference speech
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has announced that controversial 45p tax rate will be scrapped ahead of his Conservative party conference speech later today. The Chancellor released a statement on Twitter ahead of his appearance on BBC Breakfast on Monday
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'We met on a blind date 10 years ago' - Helene and Rob tie the knot!
MEET the couple who met on a blind date and married ten years later! Helene Whytock and Rob Thornton tied the knot in August at a beautiful ceremony and reception at Burythorpe House, Burythorpe, Malton. If you have tied the knot recently and
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This York school has the highest exclusion rate of pupils in 2020-21 academic year
A SECONDARY school in York carried out 45 exclusions per 100 pupils in the last academic year - a rate of 17 per cent - and students in the city are excluded at a higher rate than England’s average. York High School, a state secondary in Cornlands
