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Overseas delegation in York as 67-year friendship between two cities grows
THE Lord Mayor of York welcomed a delegation of visitors from overseas last week (June 11) as part of the development of a 67-year-old partnership. Councillor Margaret Wells, along with Sheriff of York Ms Fiona Fitzpatrick, met visitors from the
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Striker Will Davies departs York City by mutual consent
STRIKER Will Davies has seen his York City contract terminated with immediate effect after just seven months at the club. The 25-year-old forward joined the Minstermen on a long-term deal in November, having made an impressive start to the season
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Fifty-year-old York festival promises to offer 'something different' this year
YORK CAMRA’s annual beer festival- it’s fiftieth- is promising to tickle your tastebuds with a drop of something different this year. While the 1,100 member organisation will still support local brewers, this year’s festival in September will feature
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Thief strikes in North Yorkshire town
POLICE in North Yorkshire are trying to trace a man after a theft in the county. The force has issued a CCTV still of a man they want to speak to following a theft in Easingwold. Read next: 'He was a genuine man of York' - former
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Operations resume at North Yorkshire brewery after fire
Operations have resumed at a brewery in North Yorkshire after a fire, the site’s general manager said. Stephen Moore was speaking today (Monday, June 17) following the blaze at Tower Brewery, in Tadcaster, on Thursday. He said no-one was injured
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Delays warning over York Outer Ring Road resurfacing
MAJOR delays are expected due to roadworks on York’s Outer Ring Road, which will include some full-road closures overnight. City of York Council contractors will be carrying out resurfacing works between the A1036 Malton Road, A1237 Outer ring
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Hate crime incident in York - police release image
Police are investigating a hate crime in York. North Yorkshire Police said that it happened at around 4pm on June 6, in Nunnery Lane. The force has now released a picture of a man it would like to speak to, saying he may have information that
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'He was a genuine man of York' - former Lord Mayor dies unexpectedly
"HE was a genuine man of York". Tributes have been paid to one of York's longest serving councillors, Brian Watson, who has died suddenly, aged 86. Read next: 'I've never seen anything quite like it' - farmhouse with lake for sale
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Closed pub near York 'to re-open under new owners'
A pub that closed suddenly for the second time in 18 months aims to re-open with new owners. Major pub chain Marstons has sold the White Swan at Deighton, to undisclosed owners, who are believed to be re-opening the pub in due course. The pub
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'Sir Keir is wrong when it comes to pulling teeth'
I recently saw a television interview where Sir Keir Starmer stated that vast numbers of British children were having to have lots of teeth removed - and that it was the fault of the current government and no one else. When I was a child sweets
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Foss Bank 'Save our Sainsbury' petition is misguided
I am a regular user of the Sainsbury Store on Foss Bank and like many others will be sorry to see it go. But the petition calling on the freehold owners to allow Sainsbury to remain is both misguided and futile. If the leases are expiring the landowners
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'Fines for missed NHS appointments are a non-starter'
I really hope Christian Vassie’s suggestion to fine people for missed appointments is not any party’s policy (‘What if no-shows were fined £5-£10, Letters, June 15)?’ There are many instances of appointment letters being wrongly addressed or not
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Body found in search for missing Seth Martin from York
A body has been found in the search for Seth Martin who was reported missing from his York home almost four months ago. North Yorkshire Police said the body was discovered in the River Ouse, near Landing Lane, yesterday (Sunday, June 16) just after
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Film and lighting equipment stolen during burglary in York
Specialised lighting, film and production equipment was stolen during a burglary in York. The items were stolen from a garage in Breary Close, Dringhouses, between Friday, June 7, and Sunday, June 9. North Yorkshire Police urges anyone with
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From emperors to unexploded bombs: a potted history of York's Severus Hill
York’s often thought of as a flat city, but it has several hills. The highest of these, between Acomb and Holgate, is Severus Hill, perhaps best known for its huge, looming water tower. The hill is up for sale and local campaigners are raising
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York arts group hosts special event during international week of refugee recognition
AN arts group in York is marking a United Nations international day this week. Ukrainian Art York is holding an event at The Citadel in Gillygate between 4pm and 6pm on Thursday June 20, which is World Refugee Day. The event takes place within
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PICTURES:York developer unveils completed city apartment project
York-based property developer Helmsley Group has completed 48 one-bed apartments, boosting residential and rental availability in York. The Luna residential development, located on Fifth Avenue, near Tang Hall Lane, has been created by converting
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Dog walker may hold clues after fight in York village
A DIG walker out in a York village could have crucial information about a possible crime. North Yorkshire Police say that they may have witnessed a fight between two men in Copmanthorpe that took place at about 8.05am on Saturday (June 15) in Gardeners
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Alleged terrorist denies plan to attack North Yorkshire RAF base
An alleged “self-radicalised, lone wolf terrorist” was stopped from detonating a bomb outside a hospital by a patient who managed to “talk him down”, prosecutors have told a jury. Mohammad Farooq, 28, had planned to “kill as many nurses as possible
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Vehicle fire in North Yorkshire is being investigated by police
A vehicle fire in North Yorkshire is being investigated by police. At around 3pm on Wednesday, June 12, emergency crews were called to a 4x4 vehicle on fire in Sudforth Lane, Beal, south-west of Selby. The fire service said that after crews
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Thousands enjoy York festival on Father's Day
THOUSANDS enjoyed the spectacle of the Flowers and Flames Festival on Father’s Day, organised by the Goodramgate Traders Association. The Sunday festival saw one of York’s most historic streets transformed into a vibrant hub of activity and creativity
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High-value electric bike stolen in York
A high-value electric bike has been stolen in a York suburb. North Yorkshire Police say that the bike was taken from Acomb Front Street on Monday, May 13, at about 3.15pm. They are now looking to establish the identity of two people, who were
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'I've never seen anything quite like it' - farmhouse with lake for sale near York
A STUNNING farmhouse with its own private lake and set in about 4.5 acres of land near York has gone on the market. Wisteria Rise in the Ryedale village of Warthill, just five miles from York, comes complete with a range of barns and stables and
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Armitage hits career-best as Diamonds shine against Storm
ENGLAND hopeful Hollie Armitage hit a fabulous 97 off 64 balls - the highest score in this season’s Charlotte Edwards Cup - as the Northern Diamonds beat Western Storm by 28 runs in a dead-rubber clash at Headingley. A penultimate round group fixture
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New food hall set to open in North Yorkshire
A BRAND new food hall is set to open in a North Yorkshire town. Retailer M&S has said it is opening a brand new 16,000 sq ft foodhall at Selby’s Three Lakes Retail Park this Autumn and investing a total of £4 million. Read next:
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How a family business near York became the pub of the season
A desire to save a country pub near York has paid off for the family who runs it. They have been presented with a plaque as Pub of the Season by York area CAMRA. This is in addition to it gaining 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor and 4.6 stars on Google
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Dewsbury Rams 'let themselves down' as York Knights ran riot in thrashing
DEWSBURY Rams boss Paul March believes his side let themselves down as they were thumped 40-0 by York Knights in front of their home crowd on Sunday. The sides occupied the Betfred Championship’s relegation places ahead of kick-off at the FLAIR
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York trains cancelled as crews refuse to work extra shifts during England Euro match
York train passengers faced disruption on Sunday (June 16) as drivers and on-board staff refused to work overtime shifts on the day of England’s opening Euro 2024 football match. LNER, which operates the East Coast Main Line, and Northern, whose
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How do I register for a postal vote ahead of the 2024 General Election?
With a General Election only three weeks away, many across the UK will be looking to make sure they have everything they need before heading to the polls. With the election taking place in July, a lot of voters will have summer holidays booked
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Third company recalls product as it may be contaminated with E. coli
Manufacturer THIS! has become the third company to recall a product as a “precautionary measure” due to possible E. coli contamination. The company has issued a recall notice to customers over its vegan chicken and bacon wrap, which is sold only
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North Yorkshire business group sets out its 5-point plan
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has set out a five-point plan to boost the region's economy. It covers infrastructure skills, devolution, and hospitality, with a need for stability foster investment, growth and jobs. The move follows
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Raid on shop in North Yorkshire - man arrested
A MAN has been arrested following a theft from a shop in North Yorkshire. The county’s police force say that on Saturday (June 15) they responded to reports of a shop theft in Scarborough town centre at about 11.30am. Read next:
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Antisocial behaviour and damage in York suburb
VANDALS have caused damage and carried out antisocial behaviour in a York suburb. North Yorkshire Police say that due to recent incidents of criminal damage and anti-social behaviour, officers will be stepping up patrols in and around Scarcroft
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TV and West End star set to take lead role in York panto
A WEST end performer and reality TV winner is set to take to the stage in York for the pantomime season. Sario Solomon, who was a winner in BBC’s Let It Shine – a show that sought out performers for a West End musical based on the musical journey
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'He met The Beatles and James Bond' - tributes to 'hero dad' Michael Fawcett
HE was our hero and will remain in our hearts as the true legend he was. These are the moving words from the family of York family man Michael Fawcett who has died suddenly at the age of 76. Michael spent more than 60 years in the hospitality
