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Young Reporter : Women in Railway - Caterina Monticelli - The Mount School York
This morning The Mount School York was honoured to have the Network Rail Inspire association come in to talk to the Y10 and College I girls. They introduced apprenticeship opportunities within the railway industry, providing useful information
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‘We must take action’: York protesters urge insurance firm to act on climate crisis
A group of protesters gathered outside an insurance company’s York offices urging it not to insure fossil fuel projects and to act on the climate crisis. Around 15 activists – including members of Global Justice and Extinction Rebellion – held
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Cadbury accused of 'cheating little children' amid change to Animals biscuits
Cadbury has been accused of 'cheating little children' after making a huge change to its popular Animals biscuits. The chocolate manufacturer has cut the size of the bags, leaving parents and their children gutted. The chocolate-coated biscuits
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Father and son combine to launch 'York's newest café-bar'
A FATHER and son have combined to launch ‘York’s newest café-bar’. Peter and Ben Wilson from Holgate have opened The PAB Bar in Castlegate, which officially welcomes customers on Friday, March 1. The owners said by day, the menu features a
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Chocolate Festival returns to York this month
York stages its annual Chocolate Festival later this month. The popular event returns for a tenth year with new and bigger attractions, many of them free. The five-day celebration of all-things chocolate runs from Wednesday March 27 to Sunday
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Young Reporter: Unveiling the Charm of Café SOPHiE, Lisa Savranska, The Mount School
Nestled on the iconc Lendal Bridge in the heart of York, Café SOPHiE stands as a beacon of culinary delight and relaxation for locals and visitors alike. Tucked away amidst the bustling streets and historic landmarks, this quaint, cosy café offers
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Sunderland dealt 'crushing blow' as York-born ace set for spell out with injury
SUNDERLAND have been dealt a "crushing" injury blow ahead of their Sky Bet Championship play-off push, with York-born ace Jack Clarke set for a spell on the sidelines. The 23-year-old winger suffered an ankle ligament injury in the Black Cats’
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‘Don’t stop searching’: Family’s plea to find missing York man
The family of a man who has been missing from his home in York for five days have urged people in the city to continue looking for him. Seth Martin, 31, was last seen at his home address in the Clifton area at about 9am on Saturday (February 24
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Adam Hinshelwood to transpire belief into York City in debut match
ADAM HINSHELWOOD hopes to transpire belief into his York City side ahead of his first match as manager. The newly-appointed York boss takes charge of his first match on Saturday, March 2 with Wealdstone visiting the LNER Community Stadium (3pm)
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York care team wins NHS England national award
A DEMENTIA care team working in York has received an award from NHS England. Staff at Chocolate Works Care Village in Bishopthorpe Road are celebrating ‘the chief nurse adult social care – team award’. Steph Bates, Robert Magat, Mohammed Hajji
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Charity Beer Festival set to return to historic York hall
A major beer festival in one of York’s most historic buildings returns for a second event, following the success of the inaugural festival last year. Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Merchant Adventurers’ Charity Beer Festival which will
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6 garden jobs you need to start now to be ready for spring
A DIY expert has shared a list of six jobs you need to start now to get your garden ready for spring. Spring and the warmer weather are almost here which means that it's the perfect time to start tacking your outdoor space in the hopes of spending
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Sainsbury's to axe 1500 jobs in the UK in effort to cut costs
Sainsbury’s has announced it will cut around 1500 jobs across stores in the UK in an effort to cut costs by around £1 billion a year. The supermarket giant said it would look to cut roles in its contact centre in Widnes, in Cheshire, at its in-store
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'We're sorry' - North Yorkshire Police apologises to LGBTQ+ community
NORTH Yorkshire Police has issued an apology to the LGBTQ+ community - saying it hopes to "rebuild trust". The force today (February 29) said it was sorry for any historical discriminatory behaviour that members of the LGBTQ+ community suffered
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Residents and politicians welcome withdrawal of York school's sports plans
NEARBY residents and political leaders have welcomed the move by St Peter’s School to withdraw a controversial application for sports facilities - and have called on the school to work with them on any future development proposals. A statement
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York comedian Rob Auton launches his 10th themed solo show
ROB Auton, York stand-up comedian, writer, podcaster, actor, illustrator and former Glastonbury festival poet-in-residence, returns north from London with his tenth themed solo show. After the colour yellow, the sky, faces, water, sleep, hair,
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Start-up business to use York school kitchen for take-away meals service
School dinners from one institution in York are about to get a whole lot better. They will be made by experienced chefs, they will be available in the evening or Saturday afternoon. They will be delivered to your door. And they promise to be sustainable
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Young Reporter: Leeds hosts Yorkshire PeaceJam Slam - Caterina Monticelli
PeaceJam Slams occur all over the world in hopes to bring young people together to be the change they wish to see. They gather to raise interest for the PeaceJam manifesto, and voice out their ideas. A PeaceJam slam was set up in Leeds in November.
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Crash on major road in North Yorkshire cleared
A crash on a major road in North Yorkshire has been cleared. Earlier this afternoon the A1(M) northbound was partially blocked with slow traffic following a crash after junction 44 the A64 turning for York and Tadcaster. Read next:
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Driver 'seriously injured' after crash on major road in York
AN appeal has been launched following a crash on a major road in York, which saw a driver obtain serious injuries. North Yorkshire Police have said the crash in Huntington Road, yesterday (February 28), was between a Vauxhall Insignia and Ford
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York Knights boss keen to right wrongs but warns Oldham League One in name only
ANDREW Henderson wants York Knights to right the wrongs of their defeat to Sheffield Eagles when they entertain Oldham on Sunday - but warns the visitors are a Betfred League One side in name only. The Knights were their own worst enemies as they
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York businesswoman in running for top award
THE woman behind a leading York solicitors has been shortlisted for a top award. Rachel Roche, the owner of York-based Roche Legal, has been shortlisted in the innovative leaders category of the women, influence and power in Law UK Awards which
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Second route into York city centre to open for blue badge holders
A second route into York city centre is to open for blue badge holders following the competition of anti-terrorism bollards, the council announced. From tomorrow (Friday, March 1) holders of valid blue badges and their drivers can drive into the
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Top school drops major sports plans after council planners recommend refusal
LONG-AWAITED major sporting plans at a private school in York have been withdrawn after planning chiefs urged councillors to oppose the scheme. City of York Council received hundreds of objections to the scheme at St Peter’s School in Clifton,
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Decision to ban member of public from York council meetings slammed
The Liberal Democrat group in York has criticised the council for banning a woman from public meetings for three months. Gwen Swinburn, who often attends meetings at City of York Council's West Offices on matters of governance, had a ban officially
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Young Reporter: Help Protect York's Greenery, Lisa Savranska, The Mount School
Professor Nicola Spence CBE, a former pupil of The Mount School, delivered a lecture recently titled “Responding to an Increasing Threat: Protecting the UK’s Plants and Trees from Pests and Diseases”. This provided the local audience with a better
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York Body Shop stores to stay OPEN as firm closes 75 more shops with 489 jobs axed
The Body Shop stores in York are to remain open as the firm announces it will shut 75 more shops across the UK and axe 489 jobs. The high street skincare and cosmetics chain tumbled into administration earlier this month. But The Body Shop
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Hinshelwood appointment an 'exciting prospect', says York City legend
IAIN DUNN described Adam Hinshelwood’s appointment as the new York City manager as an ‘exciting prospect’, after the new boss was unveiled on Tuesday evening. York legend Dunn backed Hinshelwood to improve a drab City side that find themselves
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REVIEW: Sleuth, Grand Opera House, York, until Saturday, March 2
AMID the multitude of musicals, concerts and comedians, the arrival of a 'straight play' is always welcome at the Grand Opera House, especially when it is such a gem. Hidden gem, hopefully not, although Monday's audience was not of the full variety
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Man kicked out at dog and tried to steal woman's phone, police say
A man allegedly kicked out at a dog and tried to steal a woman's phone in a North Yorkshire woodland, police say. North Yorkshire Police said the incident happened in Nidd Gorge Woods, on January 21, at about 1.50pm. A spokesperson for the
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Councillors recommended to approve taller buildings in massive York housing scheme
Buildings set for a long-awaited massive housing development of up to 1100 homes on the edge of York look set to be a little taller than originally planned. However, the scheme on the 39.74ha British Sugar site on Plantation Lane, Poppleton, will
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers dies aged 66
TV chef and one half of the Hairy Bikers, Dave Myers has died 66, his co star and “best friend” Si King announced. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013
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Former York schoolgirl's killer ‘must be kept in prison’, victim’s mother says
The mother of a former York schoolgirl bludgeoned to death by her husband more than 13 years ago has said the British Airways captain must stay behind bars after he lost his freedom bid. Robert Brown killed his 46-year-old wife Joanna Simpson with
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This is what a new railway station in York could look like
THIS is what a planned new railway station for York could look like. New images have been released showing what Haxby’s new multimillion pound station could look like after the submission of a planning application, bringing the reconnection of
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Sarah Everard’s killer ‘should never have been a police officer’ - inquiry says
York woman Sarah Everard’s killer Wayne Couzens should never have been given a job as a police officer and chances to stop the sexual predator were repeatedly ignored and missed, an inquiry has found. Police “repeatedly failed” to spot warning
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As one of our valued subscribers we’re giving you the opportunity to ask the editor anything you like - whether it's about a local issue, our news coverage, how we make decisions or what makes the newsroom tick. We're asking our subscribers to
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Ultra-processed food linked to 32 health effects, including cancer and diabetes
Eating ultra-processed foods (UPFs) such as sugary cereals, fizzy drinks and ready meals have been linked with 32 harmful health effects. UPFs are usually higher in fat, sugar and salt and contain chemicals, colourings, sweeteners and preservatives
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Aldi teases middle aisle treasures coming to UK stores in March
Aldi adds new and returning items to its middle aisle twice a week and as we prepare for March, here are a few things customers can find at the supermarket. From Easter decorations to beauty and skincare products, there’s plenty to look forward
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Landmark North Yorkshire bridge set to close to traffic
AN landmark bridge in North Yorkshire is set to close to traffic during a period of works. The 116-year-old Whitby Swing Bridge will be closed for five days, from Monday, March 11. Access will still be available for pedestrians, as North Yorkshire
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England Six Nations open training SOLD OUT at LNER Community Stadium
ENGLAND Men's Six Nations open training session at the LNER Community Stadium has officially SOLD OUT. Some 8,500 fans will head to the city's stadium tomorrow morning to watch Steve Borthwick's side continue their preparations ahead of the final
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Hinshelwood hopes to awaken a 'sleeping giant' in York City
ADAM HINSHELWOOD hopes to awaken a ‘sleeping giant’ in York City after taking the reigns as first-team manager. The 40-year-old was appointed as York’s new manager on Tuesday evening, following the sacking of Neal Ardley on Monday. Hinshelwood
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Fire started deliberately in York suburb
A FIRE in a York suburb has been started deliberately. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service say they were called at 5.39pm yesterday (February 28) to Rawdon Avenue in Tang Hall after reports of a fire. Read next: This is what a
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Level crossing in York set to close during work
A MAJOR level crossing in York is set to close to drivers and pedestrians during temporary work. The railway maintenance work on the York Road level crossing, Strensall, will close overnight from 11.30pm on Saturday, March 2 until 6.30am on March
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Two women and man arrested after raids in York
TWO women and a man have been arrested following police raids in York. North Yorkshire Police say they have executed two drugs warrants at addresses in Acomb. Read next: This is what a new railway station in York could look like
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Cat killer given lifelong ban on keeping or caring for animals
A CAT killer has been banned from having any role in owning or caring for animals for the rest of her life. Rachel Louise Smith, 31, accepts that she is not the right person to look after any pet or other livestock, her solicitor Kevin Blount told
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'I'm just sorry that I didn't get the chance to say goodbye' - Berwick Kaler
BERWICK Kaler, Britain's longest-running pantomime dame, is "bowing out gracefully after 47 years of getting away with complete nonsense" on the York stage, but there could yet be one final show. "It has crossed my mind to maybe do a one-off show
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Drinker punished for incident in which his ear was partially bitten off
A MAN has been given a suspended prison sentence for injuring the thug who bit off part of his ear during late night violence. Craig Anthony Smythe, 36, reacted to the pain of Christopher Bowes’s bite by recklessly throwing the glass he was holding
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Popular York taproom applies for permission to open every day to sell its beer
A POPULAR brewery taproom in York is seeking to extend its operating hours so it can open to the public every day. Brew York wants to operate its taproom at its production base at Handley Park, Osbaldwick, daily from noon to 10pm. It has applied
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Rail passengers warned of replacement buses during work
A MAJOR rail company has warned that journeys from York to Newcastle will take an hour and a half longer, as work is carried out on the east coast main line. The work will take place on weekends from Saturday, March 2, to Sunday, March 10.
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Man jailed after 'disgusting and very cowardly' assaults on two people
A CRIMINAL with a “disgusting and very cowardly” way of assaulting people has been jailed for a series of crimes. Daniel James Prague, 22, has twice misbehaved at court as the authorities tried to bring him to justice, York Magistrates' Court heard
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York panto legend considering ‘one-off show’ after announcing he's bowing out
A York pantomime legend says he is considering a “one off show” to say “thank you” to the local fanbase he built over his 47-year career. On Monday (February 26) The Press reported that Britain’s longest-serving pantomime dame Berwick Kaler announced
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Campaigners to protest outside insurance company in York over climate change
Campaigners are to protest outside an insurance company’s offices in York urging it not to insure fossil fuel projects. Members of Global Justice York and the city’s Extinction Rebellion branch will hold a demonstration outside the Hiscox building