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Crash on major road into York cleared
A crash on the A19 at Main Street, Escrick, between York and Selby has now been cleared. Drivers were being asked to avoid the area if at all possible, but the road has now reopened and traffic is flowing freely.
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York sixth form student highest ranked in her field in North and West Yorkshire
A YORK sixth form student is winning awards making her the highest ranked in her field in North and West Yorkshire. Olivia Kennedy, 17, is a student at Huntington Sixth Form studying for three A-levels but despite the workload she is also a dedicated
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'It was so sudden, so quick' - York dog owner's warning about deadly virus
A DISTRAUGHT pet owner is warning other York residents about the dangers of a highly infectious virus that killed her dog. Lesley Gardiner, 73, of New Earswick, in York said she had to have her 13-year-old lhasa apso/pug cross Ginnie put to sleep
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York City appeal Alex Woodyard's red card at Maidenhead
YORK City have appealed Alex Woodyard's red card in the 1-1 draw with Maidenhead United on Saturday. Woodyard was shown a straight red card in the 20th minute after an allegedly illegal challenge on defender Zico Asare, with Neal Ardley's protests
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Will it snow on Christmas Day this year? Latest odds and long forecast verdict
Are you dreaming or dreading a white Christmas this year? Find out our chances of snow for the big day. Temperatures have begun to take a turn as the Met Office predicts snow to fall in the UK as early as Tuesday, November 28. The weather service
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This is one dish you should never order in a restaurant, according to Gordon Ramsay
Michelin-starred and celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has shared the one dish you should avoid ordering in a restaurant. The Scottish restauranteur and TV presenter has been awarded 17 Michelin stars over his career (currently holding seven) so it's
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Lying lover and international fraudster cheated women out of £300,000
A SERIAL fraudster who used lies of eternal love to cheat two women out of hundreds of thousands of pounds has been jailed. The 61-year-old who has used several names including Marc Raven, conned a North Yorkshire woman into marrying her and selling
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This is how you can get rid of black ice from driveways and paths (it's easy)
Although the arrival of snow in the UK can be exciting, it can become tricky when trying to travel on the roads or walking along pavements. Once the fresh fluffy stuff has condensed and much fun has been had, it then turns into solid, lumpy ice
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Maziar Kouhyar to make York City memories in the FA Cup
MAZIAR KOUHYAR wants to make memories for himself and the York City supporters in Friday’s big Emirates FA Cup clash. York supporters will be out in their numbers for Friday’s FA Cup second round clash with former winners Wigan Athletic visiting
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Christmas tree to drive food donations as people struggle in 'toughest winter yet'
An ‘alternative’ Christmas tree has been installed in North Yorkshire in a bid to drive food donations as people face the “toughest winter yet” amid the cost-of-living crisis, according to supermarket and charity chiefs. The 20-foot tree – made
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Thieves strike at a major venue in North Yorkshire
THIEVES have struck at a major venue in North Yorkshire. The county's police say the theft happened at Scarborough Open Air Theatre in Burniston Road Scarborough at the North Bay Miniature Railway between 2.20pm and 2.30pm on Sunday, November 19
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Plans unveiled to secure future of quarry between York and Hull
A CONSTRUCTION materials group with a quarry between York and Hull has unveiled plans to secure its future. Breedon Group plc has brought forward plans to extend North Cave quarry to the north-west and said existing jobs will be secured there and
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Man attacked outside popular York bar and restaurant
A MAN has been attacked outside a popular York bar and restaurant. North Yorkshire Police say it happened at 12.40am on Saturday, November 18 when a man was assaulted outside the Slug and Lettuce in Low Ousegate. Read next: Woman
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Tadcaster Albion withstand play-off chasers Thackley threat
TADCASTER Albion were held to a 2-2 draw with Thackely at the So-Trak Stadium after goals from Junayd Cassius-Gill and Olly Norman. The game opened with both teams cautiously feeling their way in the freezing conditions with the first Albion attack
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Snooker legend Jimmy White reveals why he likes this York restaurant
Snooker legend Jimmy 'The Whirlwind' White popped into a York restaurant for a quick bite - and revealed why it is one of his favourites. The six-time Snooker World Championships finalist - widely considered the greatest player never to win the
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Should you leave your car to warm up before setting off? Experts explain
Whether you’ve been driving for years or you’re pretty new to the roads, there’s probably some things about cars that you’re unsure of. To help you out, ATS Euromaster has tested some of the most common driving myths and revealed if they’re true
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'A school should never be made the centre of a political circus’
I am aware that, ahead of a public meeting called to discuss South Bank Academy Trust, concerns have been expressed in public that, as the new Head of School at Scarcroft Primary, I have no senior leadership experience. I would like to clarify
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All UK drivers warned about dangerous black ice covering our roads in weeks
A warning has been issued for black ice amid freezing temperatures and the possibility of snow hitting the UK. Ironically, the most basic definition of black ice is a thin coat of highly transparent ice, so you can't actually see it. The reason
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Return of Cadbury favourite has Brits changing their Christmas chocolate choice
Chocolate lovers are going crazy about a Cadbury fan favourite that has made an unexpected return to B&M stores earlier than usual ahead of Christmas. Shoppers received a surprise when they found Cadbury Creme Eggs on B&M shelves recently
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Woman seriously injured in crash in North Yorkshire
A WOMAN has suffered serious injuries in a crash in North Yorkshire. The county's police say it happened at the Texaco Garage in Skipton Road in Harrogate at about 9.45am on Monday (November 27) and a Vauxhall Corsa collided with a pedestrian who
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North Yorkshire chippy employee shortlisted at National Fish and Chips Awards
An employee at a North Yorkshire fish and chip shop has been shortlisted for Employee of the Year at the National Fish and Chips Awards. Liam Williams from Jennyfield Fisheries in Harrogate has made the top 10 list in the new category launching
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North Yorkshire issued yellow weather warning for 'hazardous' snow and ice
The Met Office has issued parts of North Yorkshire with a yellow weather warning for snow and ice over the next few days. It comes as icy patches and up to 3cm of snow is possible, which may lead to hazardous conditions from Tuesday evening (November
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Crash on major road in York - emergency crews called in
EMERGENCY crews have been called in after a crash on a major road in York. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service say they were called at 5.44pm yesterday (November 27) after reports of a crash on the A64 Eastbound, near Copmanthorpe. Read
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Did Black Friday really offer the 'greatest deal of the year'?
Black Friday may be over, but with some online retailers offering the same deals for up to two weeks after, the lure to purchase is still there. Although a relatively new phenomenon, it is now one of the biggest shopping events of the year, the
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Convicted killer jailed for robbing woman, 19, near York city centre
A CONVICTED killer who mugged a young woman walking home at night near York city centre has been jailed for nearly four years. Jordan Hipkins came up behind the woman on his bicycle as she tried to "power walk" away from him, said Rob Galley, prosecuting
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Support programmes set to offer a 'bright future for our city’s businesses'
CITY of York Council is set to launch a brand-new package of business support programmes and is inviting local businesses to a networking event to hear directly from providers about the support on offer. The launch, which is free to attend, will
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Father-of-six from York jailed for groping four women
A YORK father-of-six who groped four women in separate incidents has been jailed. Brian Bulimore, 45, engineered situations when he could get two of the women on their own, said Nick Adlington, prosecuting. When each was alone with him, he
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York experts call for action to protect older people from extreme weather
York experts says there is a critical need for action to reduce the impact of extreme weather on the health and wellbeing of older people. Researchers, including a team in York, said that climate change and the increase in extreme weather events
