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Nestle reveals it is discontinuing 2 more products in the UK due to declining sales
Nestle has revealed it will be discontinuing two more products from its range in the coming months due to a decline in sales. The company is known for a range of products including KitKat, Smarties, Quality Street, Haagen-Dazs and Cheerios.
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York businesses to hear how training boosts success at LocaliQ and University event
The York Press is staging a major business networking event next week at York St John University. In addition to keynote speaker Tony Underwood, England Rugby International, Airline Pilot, Motivational speaker, there will be other speakers covering
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Crash on major road near York - police and paramedics at scene
EMERGENCY services are at the scene following a crash on a major road near York. Police officers and an ambulance were seen on the A64 westbound between Copmanthorpe and Tadcaster East at 6pm today (Wednesday, February 7) Long delays are reported
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Is it going to snow in York? Met Office updates warning
WEATHER forecasters have updated their snow warnings tonight - and York now has a 80% chance of snow and sleet tomorrow. According to forecasters at the BBC the city will see snow and sleet from early afternoon. And the weather centre says
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Police hunt for two men after incident at York restaurant
POLICE in York are trying to trace two men after an incident at a restaurant. A spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said it happened at the Khao San Road restaurant in Walmgate on the evening of Monday, January 15 and two men had a sit-down meal
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Puppy rescued by emergency workers in York
A PUPPY has been rescued by emergency crews in York. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service say they were called at 11.49am today (February 7) after reports of a puppy stuck in Huntington Road in York. Read more: Thieves target York
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Man left with facial injuries after attack at North Yorkshire pub
A MAN has suffered facial injuries after an attack in a pub in North Yorkshire. The incident happened at 12.30am on New Year's Day, at The Whitby Way pub in Whitby. North Yorkshire Police say a 30-year-old man sustained injuries to his face
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Young Reporter: “Fate made me coach squash!” Sorcha Lennon, Huntington
Local coach Matt Bridson has a clear love of squash, which can be sensed by every person he works with. “Squash is such a fantastic game.” He started playing the sport at the age of 12, as well as tennis, but started playing more often when
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RAF man denies sexually abusing woman at York nightclub
AN RAF serviceman has denied sexually assaulting a young woman on the dance floor of a York nightclub. Bradley Graham Knight, 26, is alleged to have committed four sexual offences in seven minutes as the two were part of a crowd gyrating to music
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York Knights hand Henderson 'food for thought' in Wakefield verdict
ANDREW HENDERSON was pleased by the test that his York Knights squad received against Wakefield Trinity on Sunday, admitting that it gave him ‘food for thought’. The Knights head coach felt Wakefield’s AB Sundecks 1895 Cup visit on Sunday, which
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Thieves target York supermarket
THIEVES have taregted a York supermarket. North Yorkshire Police have issued CCTV images of two men they need to speak to following the theft of more than £4,000 worth of alcohol from Tesco at Clifton Moor, at about 11.30am on December 6.
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Man injured in suspected hate attack at York nightclub
A MAN has been injured in a suspected hate-related attack at a York nightclub. North Yorkshire Police say the incident happened in Kuda nightclub, Clifford Street, between 1am and 1.45am on December 16. They say a 24-year-old man suffered
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Call the Midwife star breaks silence on shock exit as hints of ‘surprises ahead’
Star of BBC’s Call the Midwife Olly Rix has broken the silence surrounding reports that his character Matthew Aylward would be leaving the show in a shock exit. Rix has appeared in the drama since series 10 and has become a key part of the BBC’
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High street shop that 'never really worked' closes after six years in York
A HIGH street shop in York city centre has closed its doors after six years. Krispy Kreme, in Coney Street, opened in September 2017 in a site that was previously operated by Candy Hero. Tom Limbert, managing director of Central Retail, which
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'Shame' Rishi Sunak makes trans joke in front of Brianna Ghey’s mother at PMQs
Rishi Sunak has been slammed for mocking Sir Keir Starmer’s stance on “defining a woman” whilst the mother of murdered transgender teenager Brianna Ghey was watching from the gallery at PMQs today. The Labour leader condemned the Prime Minister
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Award for York company in recognition of 'global excellence'
A YORK-based company has been crowned winner of an international technology award. Explorify, a free digital resource for teaching primary science, received the Bett Award for Best Primary Free Digital Content App or Open Educational Resource,
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‘Best week of my life’ - Jamie Reed reminisces on York City glory
“IT was probably the best week of my life.” Jamie Reed was part of that York City squad who famously lifted the Isuzu FA Trophy and gained promotion back to the English Football League in the space of eight days, with the striker playing a vital
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Cyclist involved in hit and run crash in North Yorkshire
A CYCLIST has been involved in a hit and run crash in North Yorkshire. The county's police say they are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage after a cyclist was hit by a car at about 7.30am on Tuesday (February 6), in a crash involving
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Ex-York student Daly hit with three-match ban by FA
FORMER York College student Rachel Daly has been handed a three-match ban by the FA for violent conduct during Saturday's Women's Super League match between Aston Villa and Bristol City. Daly, who studied a Diploma in Sport at the College, appeared
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New cash for NHS dentistry just a 'short-term bribe', claims York MP
YORK Central MP Rachael Maskell has dismissed new government cash designed to lure dentists back to the NHS as a short-term ‘bribe’ that doesn’t begin to address the dentistry crisis. Under the £200 million ‘dental recovery plan’, which the government
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'Health and wealth are no guarantee against cancer'
It was shocking to hear that King Charles has recently being diagnosed with cancer, this despite eating healthily, not smoking or drinking excessively and living a healthy lifestyle. He has access to the best medical care available, and having
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'Barmy bollards brought a (reluctant) smile to my face'
Thank you York councillors for putting a smile on my face while walking round the city last week. After all the disruption and monies spent on the infamous ‘bollards’ around the city I could not help noticing that the old methods of restricting
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'Important' £59 contents or building insurance warning sent to UK households
According to experts, there has been a staggering 19 per cent jump in the average paid for building and contents insurance. As parts of the UK were battered by storms, the average policy has been hiked by an eye-watering £59 annually in the fourth
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Nestle reveals return of fan favourite and launch of new limited-edition chocolate
Nestle has revealed the release of two KitKat chocolate bars in the UK, one of which is brand new. The confectionary company is known for chocolate products including KitKat, Aero, Smarties, Quality Street and Milkybar. Chocolate lovers have
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This is what you should do if you think your energy bill is wrong
An energy expert has shared what you should do if you think that your energy bill is wrong. Energy bills are a source of worry for many of us at the moment as we grapple with rising bills and the continued high cost of living. However if you've
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Summer trialist for York City retires from football aged 28
FORMER York City trialist James Weir has retired from professional football aged just 28. Weir was on trial with York at the beginning of the 2023/24 season, featuring in City's pre-season friendly victory over Garforth Town in a 4-1 win.
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York RUFC bounce back with comfortable victory over Ilkley
YORK RUFC got their Regional 1 North East season back on track with a 25-5 victory at home to Ilkley. In the reverse fixture earlier in the season, York managed a narrow victory by just one point, and were helped in no same measure by Ilkley both
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WATCH: Spectacular show lights up one of York's historic buildings
ONE of York’s most iconic buildings will be bathed in a new visual arts project from this evening (February 7). After a short taster last night, ‘Colour & Light’ will be launched by York BID, with the exterior of York Art Gallery lit up by a stunning
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Yellow weather warning in York and North Yorkshire as temperatures plummet
A yellow weather warning remains in place for snow and ice in York and North Yorkshire as temperatures plummet. A Met Office weather warning is in place for the North of England tomorrow (February 8). Read next: ‘I was only going
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Let's make York a city for families all year round
It’s been a great few weeks to be in York. The Residents' Festival kicked things off, with York’s attractions opening up their doors, free to local residents. From walks and tours to experiences and exhibitions, we got an insight into some
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Two girls missing from home in North Yorkshire turn up
TWO missing teenagers from North Yorkshire have turned up safe and well. Earlier today North Yorkshire Police said Leah, 14 and Courtney, 16, were last seen on the evening of Tuesday (February 6) and they were believed to be together. Read
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Major attraction near York takes families back in time for half-term
A major attraction near York will take families back in time this February half-term. National Trust property, Nunnington Hall, has created an interactive trail around the manor house. The trail will guide visitors through the various roles
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'Thank you Dave and Lorraine': regulars raise £1,500 for popular pub landlords
REGULARS who rallied round by staging a fundraising musical jam session at their pub after a thief stole an entire day’s takings have collected almost £1,500. Edinburgh Arms publicans Dave and Lorraine Clark were said to have been ‘heartbroken’
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York cancer support centre celebrates its first anniversary
York Against Cancer’s support centre has celebrated its first anniversary. The local charity opened the doors of its new cancer support centre - The Leveson Centre - at the LNER Community Stadium on February 6, 2023. One year on, the Leveson
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Unreliable journeys, poor connections - we need transport revolution, says expert
A top transport consultant – and former Sheriff of York – has devised an integrated public transport plan for the whole of York and North Yorkshire that he believes could transform the way we get around the region. Jonathan Tyler’s proposals -
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'No help' for psychiatric patient who 'flipped' and attacked neighbour in York
A man with mental health problems who “flipped” and attacked a neighbour in his garden has been released from prison without support. The Recorder of York, Judge Sean Morris, said: “I am powerless to do anything else.” In a personal statement
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Singer-songwriter returns to her York roots to perform for BBC Radio 6 Music
A SINGER-SONGWRITER returned to her roots in York to perform for BBC Radio 6 Music. Kindelan performed six tracks at The Fulford Arms on January 31 in support of the national station’s celebration of Independent Venue Week 2024. ‘Hazel Frustration
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Traffic restrictions set for main road in York during works
Temporary traffic restrictions will be in place on a main road in York. Telecoms work is scheduled for Malton Road, in Huntington, north of the Heworth Green roundabout, beginning on Thursday, February 8 at 8pm. The work will involve the closure
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'Plan remains firmly on the table' for 4,000 new homes south of York
A PLANNED new 4,000 home housing development south of York is not off the agenda - despite plans to cut it from a planning blueprint. As The Press reported yesterday, Heronby, which was earmarked for land near Stillingfleet, has been a key development