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Why Neal Ardley brought in loanee Alex Hunt to York City
NEAL ARDLEY expects new York City addition Alex Hunt to 'bring a lot' to the Minstermen ahead of a potential debut tomorrow afternoon, in the visit to Barnet (3pm). Hunt was unveiled as Ardley's latest recruit on a loan deal until the end-of-the-season
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Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason to return to iconic Del Boy role
Sir David Jason will be returning to our screens as Del Boy in a brand new show set to start next month. The 84-year-old actor agreed to reprise his iconic Only Fools and Horses role, bringing the cheeky character back after years off the air.
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Former Post Office CEO Paula Vennells formally stripped of CBE award
The former chief executive of the Post Office, Paula Vennells, has had her CBE award formally stripped from her. This was due to "bringing the honours system into disrepute" following the fallout from the Horizon Post Office scandal. Ms Vennells
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Nearly 9 million PlayStation owners could be owed more than £500
More than 8.9 million PlayStation console owners could be owed nearly £600 as part of a $7.9 billion lawsuit claim against Sony. Consumer champion Alex Neil has launched a $7.9 billion lawsuit against Sony claiming the company overcharged UK customers
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Cursed cup clash for Tadcaster Albion ends in defeat to Silsden
TADCASTER Albion were able to finally play their Northern Counties Eastern League Cup clash with Silsden in midweek after an incredible six postponements. However, after so many cancellations due to weather conditions, Tadcaster were unable to
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Woman injured after crash on major road in North Yorkshire
A woman was left injured after a crash on a major road in North Yorkshire. Emergency services were on the scene of the two-vehicle crash on the A64 in Welburn shortly before 12pm today (Friday, February 23). The woman sustained a minor hand
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Man arrested after drugs raid at North Yorkshire home
A man has been arrested after police carried out a drugs raid at a home in North Yorkshire. Police executed a drugs warrant at the property in Pickering today (Friday, February 23). A “quantity of drugs and related paraphernalia” was seized
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York Acorn prospect backed for bright future amid Community Lions call-up
YORK Acorn boss Josh Mortimer has backed Alfie Crawford to make the step up to semi-professional rugby in the near future amid his selection to England Community Lions’ 27-man train-on squad. The 20-year-old hooker will have to wait until May to
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Man accused of arson attack on North Yorkshire surgery dies in prison
The man accused of setting a North Yorkshire surgery on fire has died in prison. John Leadbitter, 62, of no fixed address, had been charged with causing arson with intent to endanger life, carrying a knife in public, unlawful violence and causing
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RAF serviceman cleared of York nightclub sex charges
An RAF serviceman has been formally acquitted after the CPS decided not to retry him on sexual charges. Air Specialist Bradley Knight, 26, denied two charges of sexual assault and two of causing a woman to engage in sexual activity. A York
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Zanda Siziba departs York City for short-term Blyth Spartans loan
YORK City winger Zanda Siziba has joined Vanarama National League North side Blyth Spartans on an initial one-month loan deal. Siziba joined York in late June after a short spell with relegated Yeovil Town, having made six appearances for the
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Top job up for grabs at popular York school
A TOP job is up for grabs at a York school after a recent departure. Archbishop Holgate's CE School in Badger Hill in the city is now advertising for an experienced head teacher or senior leader with a proven track record of outstanding leadership
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York housing associations appoints three directors
The York-based housing association Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT) has announced the appointments of three new directors to form its new Executive Leadership Team. Working with JRHT Executive Director Chris Simpson they will drive forward
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Burglars raid York restaurant and other businesses
BURGLARS have struck at a number of businesses in the same street in York. North Yorkshire Police say they are investigating burglaries in Burton Stone Lane in Clifton that happened overnight last night (February 22 and 23). Read next:
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Estate manager 'perfectly innocent' of causing £2m blaze at top restaurant
A NORTH Yorkshire estate manager has left court “without a stain on his character” after he was acquitted of starting the fire that destroyed an award-winning North Yorkshire restaurant. The Star Inn at Harome burnt down in November 2021 in a £2
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UPDATE: York business leaders blast Civic Party cuts by city council
York’s business leaders have slammed cuts to the funding and role of the Lord Mayor of York by the city council. It’s ruling Labour group made the move this week as part of its efforts to save £14million but business groups say harming the mayoralty
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New gym set for North Yorkshire town
A NEW gym is set to open its doors in a North Yorkshire town next month. PureGym the UK’s largest gym operator, plans to open a brand-new gym in Selby on March 27 at the Three Lakes Retail Park. Read next: Thieves raid popular North
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Emergency crews called out after cyclist hits hidden pothole in York
A CYCLIST suffered injuries after hitting a pot hole that was covered by water in York. According to Joanna Jeffries, a witness to the crash, a 52-year-old man flew off his bike after hitting the hidden pot hole in Terry Avenue. She added:
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Crash clears on main road in York that was causing delays for drivers
A crash has been cleared on a main road in York that was causing delays for drivers this afternoon (Friday, February 23). City of York Council said the crash blocked the northbound lane on the A19 Main Street in Fulford near Elliot Court at 1.40pm
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Thieves raid popular North Yorkshire supermarket
THIEVES have raided a North Yorkshire supermarket. The county's police force has issued CCTV images of two men they would like to speak to after alcohol was stolen from Tesco in Station Avenue in Filey on January 25. Almost £1,000 worth of
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Protesters escorted from Citadel by security at York council budget meeting
Protesters against the Israeli offensive in Gaza were escorted out of the Citadel in York by security for disrupting the city council’s annual budget meeting. Several people including former deputy leader of the council Andy D’Agorne stood outside
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Warning from council finance officer against using one-off funds ahead of budget
City of York Council’s chief finance officer wrote to all councillors warning against using one-off reserves to fund public services ahead of the annual budget meeting. Chief finance officer Debbie Mitchell – who would be the council officer responsible
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York councillors postpone talks about their own pay increases amid budget cuts
Councillors voted to postpone discussing their own pay rise during a budget meeting in which York council tax was hiked. The Independent Remuneration Panel (IRP) has recommended that councillors in York receive a basic annual allowance of £11,392
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Mothering Funday returns to North Yorkshire town
Top prizes are promised in Harrogate BID’s Mothering Funday next month. The successful event, launched last year, returns on Saturday March 9 with a Dash’NGrab on the Piazza outside the Victoria Shopping Centre from 10am. Four contestants will
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Major crackdown coming for drivers using phones in York and North Yorkshire
DRIVERS using mobile phones at the wheel are being targeted by police in York and North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Police say that over the next two weeks - February 26 – March 10, as part of Operation Contact officers will target distracted driving
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York Minster event to help girls overseas stay at school
Women and girls from across York and further afield will be gathering in the Minster next month to celebrate International Women’s Day and to showcase their handmade sanitary kits to enable young girls in poor countries to continue their education
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Myler set for York Knights debut in Challenge Cup
MARQUEE signing Richie Myler is set to make his York Knights debut against Sheffield Eagles in the Fourth Round of the Betfred Challenge Cup on Sunday (3pm). The 33-year-old, who made the move to the Knights after his shock exit from Betfred Super
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Gingerbread giveaway set for launch of bakery in town near York
A North Yorkshire town is in for a treat when a new bakery opens next weekend. Thomas the Baker is coming to Boroughbridge at the site of the former Cooplands store on High Street. The family-owned business is noted for breads, pastries, cakes
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‘Brave and relentless’ author dies after years documenting dementia battle
A “brave and relentless” author has died following years documenting her battle with dementia. Wendy Mitchell, who previously lived in York, recorded her experiences with the syndrome on her blog for a decade. Her final post was published posthumously
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Councillor Margaret Wells to become next Lord Mayor of York
Councillor Margaret Wells is set to become the next Lord Mayor of York. Leader of the City of York Council, Cllr Claire Douglas, nominated Cllr Wells for the historic role at the full council budget meeting on Thursday, February 22. However
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Maz Kouhyar returns to York City after Hereford loan spell
MAZIAR KOUHYAR has returned to York City following the completion of his loan spell at Hereford. The York winger joined Vanarama National League North outfit Hereford last month on an initial one-month loan deal, having made 18 appearances in the
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New York hotel to launch exclusive club for local residents
York’s newest boutique townhouse hotel, New Holgate is launching a club, exclusively for local residents to benefit from regular events, special offers and discounts at the hotel. To mark the launch of the club, New Holgate at 106-108 Holgate Road
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York council agrees council tax hike, car park fees and green bin charge
Councillors have officially voted through an increase in council tax for residents in York. At the full council budget meeting on Thursday, February 22, a majority of councillors voted to increase the basic rate of council tax by two per cent
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York City boss announces intention to attack in Barnet clash
NEAL ARDLEY intends for York City to attack the match against Barnet on Saturday, and believes that his side can go toe-to-toe with anyone in the Vanarama National League. York make the trip into Barnet on Saturday, February 24 (3pm) with the hopes
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New hatchery in North Yorkshire hopes to protect endangered crayfish
A new hatchery in North Yorkshire aims to protect endangered crayfish. Work has started on the facility at Flamingo Land near Malton with hopes of housing captive-born crayfish by spring 2024 and bringing in wild females with eggs by summer 2025
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Chef Stephen set to create right notes with new York wine bar
A top York chef has announced the opening of a second establishment. Stephen Andrews, the head chef and founder of Fish&Forest in York, is to open Notes Wine Bar in Micklegate this spring. Notes will take over the existing Fish&Forest
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York MP shows she has plenty of punch in visit to city boxing club
A York MP showed she had plenty of punch on a recent visit to a city boxing club. Rachael Maskell, Labour MP for York Central, attended the York Masters Boxing Club gym on Redeness St, York for its free, women’s only session that takes place every
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Ardley urges York City fans to continue 'magnificent' support
NEAL ARDLEY has urged York City supporters to back the football club heading into the business end of the Vanarama National League season. York supporters have so far sold over 230 tickets for the upcoming trip to Barnet on Saturday, February 24
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Energy bills set to fall by £238 as price cap falls to lowest mark in two years
Energy bills are set to fall to their lowest price in two years from April, as regulator Ofgem reduces its energy price cap in response to wholesale prices. The price an average household will pay for energy is set to drop by 12.3 per cent, from
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Users of a specific type of phone urgently warned to remove these 5 apps now
Those using Android mobile phones have been urged to delete five apps from their devices with Samsung Galaxy users being told to be on high alert. These apps, which could be downloaded from the Google Play Store contain a nasty piece of malware
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York Hospital should ban all pungent food - including fish and chips!
REGARDING the umbrage taken by the York Hospital Trust over the wording on a notice concerning Asian food, take a leaf out of the book of The Buxton Opera House and ban ALL "pungent food "on the premises, (The Press online February 19, York hospital
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Police seize car after roadside stop in North Yorkshire
POLICE have seized a car after roadside stop in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Police say that during his patrols on Thursday, (February 22) PC Nick Patrick from Scarborough's Neighbourhood Policing Team spoke to the driver of a black Audi in
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9 atmospheric photos of York and around through winter
DO you love seeing how a favourite spot changes over the seasons? From the hibernation of winter through to the first shoots of spring, the burst of summer colour, then the fire of autumn leaves - the seasons make our landscape magical and magnificent
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Man admits criminal damage to North Yorkshire MP's former mediaeval castle
A YOUNG man who damaged a 500-year-old Grade I mediaeval castle north of York has appeared in court. Much of the main building of Crayke Castle, a scheduled monument near Easingwold, was constructed in the 15th century and is now a private residence
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York could lose ‘hundreds more homes’ to short-term lets, warns councillor
A COUNCIL boss has said York could lose ‘hundreds more family homes’ to short-term holiday lets, despite government moves to try to control the growth of the market. The department for levelling up, housing and communities announced on Monday (
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North Yorkshire mum in running for TWO top awards
A WOMAN who lost her twins to stillbirth has been nominated for not one but two Yorkshire Choice Awards. Louise Prashad, 30, who lives with her husband, Max, 35 in Easingwold, has been nominated for her contribution to charity, promotion of organ
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Mum of York student who was stabbed to death says police could have done more
The heartbroken mother of a “kind and caring” 21-year-old University of York student has criticised West Yorkshire Police for not doing more to help her daughter before she was killed. Bethany Fields was stabbed to death by her ex-partner Paul