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Paedophile and voyeur used secret camera to film child, court hears
A PAEDOPHILE who took covert films and photos of a young girl has been jailed for nearly three years at York Crown Court. Police found photos and videos of more than one child on Ian Carl Thompson’s mobile phone, said Catherine Silverton, prosecuting
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How a moorland restaurant became the York Press New Business of the Year
The York Press continues its profiles of the winners in our business awards for 2023. In the New Business category, the winner was the Homestead Kitchen in Goathland. The Homestead Kitchen is a moorland restaurant run by Cecily Fearnley and
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How a 300-year old business became the York Press Family Business of the Year
The York Press continues with its profiles of its 2023 Business Awards winners. Today we include the Family Business of the Year, which was won by JW Myers Monumental Masons. J W Myers Monumental Masons is a long-standing family owned and run
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Energy storage plant proposed for Green Belt site on edge of York
A battery storage plant covering three hectares of farmland in the green belt is proposed on the edge of York. However, the development promises to store enough electrical power to fuel 323,795 homes for two hours. The Battery Energy Storage
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York City boss does his 'homework' on lower league Nantwich Town
YORK City have ‘done their homework’ on Nantwich Town and won’t accept any complacency in the Isuzu FA Trophy tie. Manager Neal Ardley insisted that his side would be ready to counter the threat of Nantwich, despite it being harder than usual to
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Amazing willow sculptures bring classic Christmas story to life at York park
FAVOURITE characters from one of our best-loved Christmas stories have been brought to life in sculpture form at a popular York park. Head down to Homestead Park in Clifton and you will see the likenesses of Mr Tumnus, the White Witch and Aslan
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More than 100 homes approved for York site where 'food smells can linger'
More than 100 homes are set to be built next to a York industrial estate where food smells can linger, according to a report. Plans to build 139 houses near Millfield industrial estate have been approved by City of York Council. The homes will
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Starbucks announces opening date for new York drive-thru
York is set for an extra serving of Starbucks later this month. The café is opening a drive-thru on the edge of the city on Stirling Road, Clifton Moor. Starbucks has announced on social media: “The news you have all been waiting for! “
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‘Our’ Ed takes on new role with North Yorkshire business organisation
Former York Press journalist Ed Horner has joined Harrogate BID as PR and Communications Officer. Ed will lead on the BID’s communications, a strategic approach around data, analytics and research, and offer support on projects, campaigns and events
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Maison Campbell leaves York City on one-month loan to Scunthorpe
YORK City goalkeeper Maison Campbell has joined Vanarama National League North leaders Scunthorpe United on a one-month loan deal. Campbell embarks on his third loan spell of the season, having previously spent time with both Marske United and
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Bike stunts and cattle add beef and thrills to top North Yorkshire event
A world cattle conference and an exciting stunt show will take centre stage for the first-time at the 165th Great Yorkshire Show, organisers have announced. The World Ayrshire Federation Annual Conference 2024 will see around 100 farmers from countries
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York department store wins top award for lingerie
The lingerie department in Browns Department Store in York has won a National Award at the STARS Underlines Best Shop Awards – considered to be the Oscars of the lingerie industry. Browns won “Best Department Store” beating off competition from
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Who is eligible for a free TV Licence as price set to rise
The BBC licence fee will rise by £10.50 to £169.50 a year, the Culture Secretary has confirmed. The household payment, which funds much of the corporation’s operations, had been frozen at £159 and was set to rise in line with inflation next year
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Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 customers could be owed £1,800 if claim succeeds
Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 customers in York could soon receive a payout of nearly £2,000 as the mobile phone companies face claims of overcharging. The UK's four largest mobile phone network operators are facing a more than £3.2 billion class
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Homeowners urged to do these 4 checks of their homes for winter
British homeowners have been urged to carry out these four checks of their homes as winter arrives. With plummeting temperatures and months of wind and rain ahead, many of us will be ready and raring to hibernate until Spring arrives. However
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York City set to rotate for FA Trophy tie with Nantwich Town
YORK City plan to rotate for Saturday’s Isuzu FA Trophy Third Round match with Nantwich Town. Neal Ardley has confirmed that there will be changes made to his York side for Saturday, with Michael Duckworth, Callum Harriott and Quevin Castro all
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PICTURES: River Ouse in York flooded with more rain on way
MORE flood warnings have been announced for York after a day of heavy rain hit the city. More than 20mm of rainfall was recorded in York yesterday (December 7), with similar downpours forecasted for the weekend. The Environment Agency has issued
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'Boris did the best he could during the pandemic. Now it is time to move on'
DURING Boris Johnson's tenure as Prime Minister, world problems were absolutely appalling. I don't think any Prime Minister in British history has inherited such an unfavourable position. When the pandemic hit, were mistakes made? Of course
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Man falls from wall near train line - all three emergency services called in
A MAN has fallen from a wall near train tracks in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service say they were called at 4.22am today (December 8) to Westover Road in Scarborough after reports of a man on a wall. Read next:
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Burst water main threatens to flood York homes
FLOOD water from a burst main in York threatened to enter homes. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service say they were called at 10.40pm last night (December 7) after reports of possible flooding in Bishopthorpe. Read next: Man falls
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Compulsory purchase order could be used to rescue 4,000-home scheme near York
A compulsory purchase order could be used to guarantee that a 4,000-home development near York is built. North Yorkshire Council is prepared to use its compulsory purchase powers as a “last resort” so the Maltkiln settlement can be built, according
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See all the North Yorkshire winners at the Camping and Glamping Awards 2023
Looking for some award-winning camping and glamping sites to book in North Yorkshire for your next outdoor adventure? One of the UK’s go-to camping and glamping booking platforms, Campsites.co.uk, has announced its much-anticipated Camping and
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'He'll be remembered by everyone who met him' - York City's oldest supporter dies, 97
TRIBUTES have been paid to York City's oldest supporter, Bruce McIntosh, who has passed away at the age of 97 after a short battle with cancer. Bruce first began supporting the club in 1930 and attended York's first game at Bootham Crescent against
