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Emergency services looking for man in river in York
EMERGENCY services have been looking for a man in the river in York this afternoon (Saturday, February 24). Firefighters were called to the River Ouse at Clifton Ings at 4.35pm. A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue service said
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Man freed from vehicle which was on its side after crash on road in North Yorkshire
A man was left injured after a crash on a road in North Yorkshire turned the vehicle he was in on its side. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Cawood Road in Selby at 2.28pm this afternoon (Saturday, February 24). Read
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Neal Ardley takes responsibility for 'lethargic' York City defeat
NEAL ARDLEY took responsibility for York City’s ‘lethargic’ 2-0 defeat to Barnet with the Vanarama National League relegation zone lurking on the football club. A hugely-frustrating afternoon saw a brace from Callum Stead hand Barnet a deserved
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Policing teams will be in a York village next week - and here's why
York police and community support officers (PCSO) will be in New Earswick on Wednesday February 28. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said the first residents drop-in session of the year with PCSO, will take place between 11.30am and 12.30pm
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York City within touching distance of drop zone after Barnet defeat
YORK City are within touching distance of the Vanarama National League relegation zone after a toothless 2-0 defeat to Barnet. A brace from Callum Stead saw Barnet claim all three points at the Hive, in a hugely-frustrating match for York.
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Weed control and 'better verge management' set to be decided at council meeting
Changes to city centre planting, verge management and weed control will be considered by a city councillor at a public meeting next week (February 27). Joint executive member for environment and climate emergency, Cllr Jenny Kent, is to decide
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Pottery fair set up by York residents set to be a fixture in regional events
A POTTERY fair set up by York residents is set to become a fixture in regional events. ‘Falling in love with Clay’ was a ceramic fair which took place at Southlands Methodist Church in Bishopthorpe Road on December 9 last year, organised by local
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Motorhomes and caravans being stolen in York and North Yorkshire, say police
Motorhomes and caravans are being stolen in York and North Yorkshire, according to the region's police force. North Yorkshire Police said it has had a number of reports of stolen or attempted thefts of motorhomes and caravans across the county
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LIVE BLOG: Barnet vs York City
5:05pm Thankyou for joining us this afternoon, and we'll see everyone back at the LNER Community Stadium next weekend!
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York Acorn will not underestimate Wath Brow in Challenge Cup
YORK Acorn boss Josh Mortimer will not be underestimating Wath Brow Hornets when the sides meet in the Fourth Round of the Betfred Challenge Cup this afternoon (2pm). The fixture will be Acorn’s first in front of their home fans this season, having
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Police passed details of hoax call from firefighters sent to house in York
POLICE have been passed details of a hoax call after firefighters went to a house in York said to be on fire. The fire service said crews from York and Acomb went to a house in Huntington Road at 1.34am this morning (Saturday, February 24).
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Recent cases before York and Scarborough Magistrates Court
An Acomb man who racially insulted a police officer and a man involved in growing cannabis were among defendants sentenced recently by magistrates in York and North Yorkshire. The following cases were heard at York Magistrates Court. Eliza
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Chart-topping musician who married at York Minster announces separation from husband
A CHART-TOPPING musician who married in a star-studded ceremony at York Minster attended by royalty has separated from her husband. Ellie Goulding has announced she has separated from her husband Caspar Jopling. The 37-year-old musician, known
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Doritos recalls popular crisp flavour from Tesco & Poundland due to allergy risk
Doritos has issued a “do not eat” warning and is recalling some packs of Doritos Tangy Cheese due to soya not being declared on the ingredients list. This means the affected crips could pose a “possible health risk” to those who are allergic to
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Best and worst airlines for customer experience revealed - do you agree?
The best to worst airlines for customer experience have been revealed, according to a new survey. New research, conducted by consumer champions Which?, has broken down the most and least popular airlines in a new UK passenger satisfaction survey
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1 in 3 dogs suffer from this seasonal condition - the signs you need to look for
Did you know that your dog can be affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder just like humans? Well, they can - in fact around 4 million dogs across the UK do. Many of us will have heard of or even experienced SAD at one point or another but we might
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Firefighters called to public bin fire in North Yorkshire town
A DISCARDED cigarette started a fire in a public bin in a North Yorkshire town. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to Castle Road in Scarborough at 11.21pm last night (Friday, February 23). A service spokesperson said a crew
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Firefighters called to commercial building fire in North Yorkshire town
A BUILDING fire in a North Yorkshire town has been attended by three firefighting crews using breathing equipment. A North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said three crews responded to the fire at a commercial building in Beverley
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'You could buy a house for £9k!' - Looking back to life in York in 1974
WE are travelling back in time again to half a century ago looking at life in York in 1974. Our archive photos show a range of people and places from that time - recognise anyone here? Hopefully you will spot the late Queen Elizabeth II who
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Revealed: Why Tripadvisor reviewers give one-star ratings to top York attraction
YORK Minster is the jewel in the city's crown, drawing more than 620,000 visitors per year. It is the number-one-rated York attraction on Tripadvisor, with more than 11,500 of its almost 17,000 reviews rating it as 'excellent'. But a very small
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North Yorkshire village and 'stunning' castle among England's prettiest places
Two locations in North Yorkshire have been named among the prettiest and best places to visit in England. The coastal village of Robin Hood’s Bay and the “stunning” Castle Howard in York were just a couple of the country’s 19 highly-praised locations
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Are York's precious war memorials being damaged by too much cleaning?
The year 2024 marks centenaries for the city’s world war memorials. They are remarkable reminders of human loss, courage, and national resilience, but also look every bit their age, with staining and erosion. Is it becoming a futile quest to
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King Charles's gardener shares how to get your garden ready for Spring
A senior gardener to King Charles has shared how to get your garden ready for Spring. There's no better time to start preparing your garden for better weather now that Winter is on its way out. Jack Stocks, the King's senior garden, has worked
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North Yorkshire estate with 'impressive retreat complex' among UK's cosiest stays
A country estate in North Yorkshire with an “impressive retreat complex” has been revealed as one of the UK’s cosiest places to stay at. Broughton Sanctuary, near Skipton featured in the “25 cosiest places to stay in the UK” list by The Times.
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Stretch of major road in York set to close temporarily - here's when
Part of a major road in York will close temporarily as it undergoes resurfacing works. The westbound lane of the A1036 Heworth Green, between property numbers seven and 15, will be closed on Monday, February 26, between 9am and 4pm. The stretch
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Man jailed for 18 years at York Crown Court after second rape conviction
A North Yorkshire man has been jailed for 18 years after being convicted of rape for the second time. Aaron Frederick Needham, 27, of the High Street in Starbeck, Harrogate, was sentenced at York Crown Court on Friday (February 23) after he was
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Artist helps libraries that proved to be 'a turning point' in her life
AN illustrator and storyteller who said York’s libraries have been 'a turning point' in her life has been repaying their generosity. Stephanie Jardine has designed cards which have gone on sale at Haxby and Wigginton Library shop. Some of the
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Serial York criminal wants police to know exactly where he is at all times
A serial York criminal is making sure police know exactly where he is every minute of every day, York magistrates heard. Andrew Horsman, 40, has been breaking the law for decades. He has served many prison sentences and has more than 110 previous
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'She is a true inspiration to any youngster with an illness'
A TALENTED schoolgirl from York is the youngest ever pupil at a city dance school to win a scholarship from The Stage. Eight-year-old Indie Larner's achievement is made all the more remarkable as she suffers from type one diabetes. Indie,
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Fire at Chapmans Garage in Norton this evening
FIRE crews have attended a incident at Chapmans garage in Beverley Road, Norton this eventing. A statement from the garage said on Facebook: "Just wanted to give an update, there was a small fire tonight in the centre of the building. Everyone