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Seventh decade in York for one of the country’s largest independent shows of its kind
YORK Racecourse played host to one of the country’s largest independent shows of its type this weekend. York Model Railway Show is now in its seventh decade and it was standing room only over three floors as the Knavesmire stand was bursting with
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A top job is up for grabs at this York school
A TOP job is up for grabs at a York school. The Danesgate Community in Fulford Cross is looking for a new deputy head teacher. As The Press reported last month, Chris Nichols has been appointed as the new head teacher at Danesgate Community
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Young Reporter Corporation Bridge Poppy Bowns Franklin College
Corporation Bridge is an extremely historical and well known landmark of Grimsby allowing the transport of pedestrians and vehicles over the River Freshney in the town centre. Before being rebuilt as the bridge we recognise today, it was previously
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Liberal Democrat mayoral candidate manifesto published with specific York pledges
ONE of the candidates for the new role of regional mayor has published an election manifesto. Liberal Democrat candidate Felicity Cunliffe-Lister released the document ahead of the election for Mayor of the new York and North Yorkshire Combined
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Photographer's rainbow view in York city centre
WE don't seem to have been getting much sunshine between the showers of late. Here Press Camera Club member Matt Lightfoot has captured a Summer rainbow over Clifford's Tower reminding us that things always cheer up eventually. Would you like
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Shoplifting burglar targeted city centre convenience stores
A DEFENDANT who both burgled and shoplifted from city centre convenience stores was among people sentenced recently at York Magistrates' Court. Tran Naguyen, 44, of Castlegate, Malton, was made subject to a 12-month community order with 120 hours
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York City's trip to Halifax postponed with new date set
YORK City's Bank Holiday Monday clash with Yorkshire rivals FC Halifax Town has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. York's visit to Halifax's Shay Stadium has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch, with a precautionary pitch inspection
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Boost for York mayoral candidate from political heavyweight
THE campaign of one of the candidates to be the new mayor of York and North Yorkshire has been given a boost by a big political hitter from the north west. York businessman David Skaith is standing for Labour as a candidate in the upcoming election
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Full list of all 48 NatWest and RBS bank branches to close this year
Popular high street bank NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) have confirmed that 48 branches will be closing their doors in 2024. It comes as the banks shared that a total of 79 bank branches from the NatWest Group would be closing for good
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Aldi insider reveals secrets you need to know to get the best Specialbuys deals
An Aldi insider going by the name of Dylan Reviews on TikTok has revealed the secret top tips savvy shoppers need to be aware of to score the best Specialbuys deals. The store employee, who has over 212K followers on the popular social media platform
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Urgent recall issued for Magnum Classic Ice Cream over 'presence of metal'
An urgent recall has been issued by Unilever for Magnum Classic Ice Cream after the "possible presence of metal" makes the "product unsafe to eat." In a statement shared by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), customers affected have been told: "Unilever
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New 'double council tax' rule comes into force - all you need to know
A council tax rule change dubbed the ‘double council tax’ change has been introduced in England. The UK government has confirmed that there will now be stricter rules for some empty houses in England. Council tax on homes that have been empty
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Vehicle deliberately set on fire in North Yorkshire
A VEHICLE has been set on fire deliberately in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue say they were called at 9.51pm last night after reports of a vehicle fire in Sherburn near Scarborough. Read next: Level crossing in York
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Fire at North Yorkshire business started deliberately
A FIRE at a business in North Yorkshire has been started deliberately. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said they were called at just before 9.30pm last night (March 31) after reports of a fire in Thornton Road in Pickering. Read next
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Level crossing in York set to close
A LEVEL crossing in York is set to close across two nights while rail engineers carry out track maintenance work. The level crossing at York Road, Haxby, will be closed from 11.35pm on April 9 until 6am the following day and again on April 10 over
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Council to consider banning alcohol in North Yorkshire town centre
Council chiefs are considering plans to ban alcohol in a North Yorkshire town centre. North Yorkshire Council have revealed proposals for a total or partial ban in drinking "hotspots" in the streets of Scarborough town centre. The ban would
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Latest human rights report highlights 'very real poverty' in York
THERE has been a surge in the number of York families living in temporary accommodation, a worrying new human rights report reveals. In 2022/3 there were 63 households living in temporary accommodation in York - up from just 51 the year before.
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The heart of the community: Postmasters are an anchor for high streets and villages
No two days are ever the same for Postmasters. The Post Offices they run sit at the heart of their communities and are more than just a place to buy stamps or send parcels to friends and loved ones. Whether it’s to publicise a local event,
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5 of the best spring walks in the North York Moors – fancy some fresh air?
After a busy working week and trying to keep on top of everyday life, blowing the cobwebs away and clearing your mind can sound quite appealing, especially in springtime. Getting out of the house for some fresh air is one way that is bound to make
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York nursery group gets second 'outstanding' Ofsted rating in a year
A NURSERY group in York has received its second 'outstanding' inspection rating from Ofsted in a year. Muddy Boots Nurseries has four sites in and around York - Poppleton, Acomb, Wilberfoss and Stamford Bridge. On March 7, the Stamford Bridge
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North Yorkshire care home opens pub for elderly residents
A CARE home in North Yorkshire has opened its very own pub. The Hall Care Home, in Thornton-le-Dale, near Pickering, has created an in-house pub for use by its residents. The new facility was introduced by staff and has become a fast favourite