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It's midsummer - we’ll soon be closing the curtains at 5pm
“THE NIGHTS will be drawing in.” My neighbour delivered this cheery news after pointing out to me that the longest day was almost upon us. “Longest day, shortest night - it’s downhill all the way now,” he said. June 21 might be known as
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Should I take Vitamin D in the summer? What health experts advise
Vitamin D is an important nutrient that the body can create from absorbing direct sunlight on skin, but some people might wonder if they may need to take supplements during the summer months. The vitamin helps regulate the amount of calcium and
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Fire started deliberately in North Yorkshire play park
A FIRE has been started deliberately in a North Yorkshire play park. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said the incident happened in George Long Mews in Easingwold, where they were called at around 4.43pm today (June 22). Read next:
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Man missing from home in North Yorkshire has been found
UPDATE: North Yorkshire Police said the force has located the man in his twenties that it was searching for yesterday A MAN is missing from his home in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Police said Owain Gilliam, 24, was last seen at his home
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New exhibition in York tells of the restoration of a ‘gem’ within the city
A NEW exhibition opens today (June 22) telling the remarkable story of how a historic gem in the centre of York was brought back to life. Fairfax House is celebrating the 40th Anniversary of its restoration at 'Restoration: A Townhouse Reborn'
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Free festival in York attracts hundreds from across the UK and further afield
A FREE two-day festival has kicked off in York today (June 22) and has already attracted visitors from across the globe. York Cycle Festival 2024 runs until 4pm on Sunday, June 23 and The Press went along to take in the sights. Read more about
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Cordner hopes to rediscover form in Fleet loan after turbulent York City season
YORK City centre-back Tyler Cordner hopes to regain his form after joining fellow Vanarama National League side Ebbsfleet United on a season-long loan. The defender was one of the Minstermen’s statement signings last summer, arriving for a six-figure
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80s pop-rock stars night to remember at sell-out show in North Yorkshire
LAST autumn, Scottish band Deacon Blue released a greatest hits collection entitled 'All the Old 45s', following it up with a tour of UK arenas. This summer, they are taking the tour out again for a run of open-air dates, the second of which was
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Main street in York closes to vehicles for six days from next week
A MAIN street in York city centre is closed for vehicles from next week for emergency work, it was announced yesterday (June 21). City of York council has said that Blake Street will be closed for vehicles from Monday, June 24 at 8am until Saturday
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Man jailed for attacking a nurse in North Yorkshire hospital
A man who attacked a nurse in a hospital among other violent crimes is among defendants dealt with recently at York Magistrates Court. Luke Ellerby, 42, of Woodlands View, Tadcaster, pleaded guilty to burgling Sainsbury’s store in Bootham and
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Man with hand trapped in motorbike freed by fire crews in North Yorkshire town
A MAN whose hand became trapped in a motorbike has been freed by fire crews. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to Albermarle Crescent in Scarborough at around 5.33pm last night (June 21). Read next: Fire started
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York set to celebrate Armed Forces Day
CITY of York Council is joining forces with service personnel to recognise the contributions of Armed Forces later this month. Ahead of Armed Forces Day, which will take place on Saturday, June 29, City of York Council has banded together for a
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Fire started deliberately in North Yorkshire town
A BAG of rubbish has been set on fire in a North Yorkshire town. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to Beech Grove in Harrogate at around 6.40pm last night (June 21). Read next: Charging device causes fire at home
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Charging device causes fire at home in York village
AN overheating charging device caused a fire at a home in a village in York. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to Dunnington at 10.08pm last night (June 21). Read next: Firefighting crews unable to remove cow from
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Cow refuses to leave North Yorkshire river after efforts of firefighters and experts
A COW stayed in a river in North Yorkshire despite the best efforts of firefighters to bring it out. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from Selby, Snaith and Malton, and specialist animal and water rescue units went to a river
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Behind the scenes at 'Courgette Kingdom' where York children get green fingers
FOR the past 20 years children in York have been cultivating green fingers at a fun allotment project. Low Moor Allotments Community Kids Allotment started in 2004 and has reached its 20-year milestone this year. So it is celebrating! Community
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Closure of Dial and Ride service hits the lonely - letter
Closure of Dial and Ride service hits the lonely A CIVILISATION is measured by how it treats its weakest members (Mahatma Ghandi). The closure of the York Dial and Ride services in York restricts many of the most vulnerable in society, preventing
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Food experts declare this North Yorkshire farmers’ market one of UK’s must visits
A North Yorkshire food market providing “bags of foodie fun” has been officially declared one of the UK’s best farmers’ markets by HelloFresh. It comes as the food experts have analysed 30 farmers’ markets, looking at factors including how often
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Got a sweet tooth? Some of the best spots for coffee and cake in North Yorkshire
You can’t beat a natter with a friend or family member over a perfectly roasted coffee and freshly baked sweet treat in one of the many cafes across North Yorkshire. But where do you go for the finest coffee and cake around? Whether your go-to
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North Yorkshire Police officer sacked for gross misconduct
A North Yorkshire Police officer has been sacked for gross misconduct after he admitted stalking. PC Joe Daniel, a response officer based in Scarborough, has been dismissed from the force after he pleaded guilty on April 5 to a charge of stalking
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'People say it cheers them up' - York recycling plant workers create garden
WORKERS in a tip near York have gone out of their way to add some cheer to their workplace - creating a special garden. Staff at Towthorpe and Strensall Household Waste Recycling Centre made use of items thrown away to create an imaginative and
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Hustings confirmed for new North Yorkshire parliamentary seat
A General Election hustings for a new North Yorkshire seat has been confirmed. Churches Together in Selby has announced that it will be hosting the hustings at 7.30pm on Friday, June 28, at Portholme Church. It said that Keir Mather (Labour
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York pharmacy staff stage protest amid ‘dark times for the sector’
A PHARMACY in York has staged a day of action to highlight funding issues which are causing 'dark times for the sector'. Monkbar Pharmacy in Goodramgate blacked out its windows, staff wore black clothing to highlight ‘dark times’ and people going
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Check your shelves! These first edition Children's books could earn you £1000s
Brits have been urged to check their bookshelves since these first editions of popular Children's books could earn you thousands. Whether they have been passed down as heirlooms from loved ones or they have been kept due to the cherished childhood
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'How can we trust you?' - Leaders face Question Time audience in York
Leaders of the four main political parties faced a grilling from a Question Time audience in York on Thursday. For many, it was a question of trust. Joe Gerrard reports. General elections are moments when parties get the chance to show voters their
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Tory plans for York Central could set development back, claims Green candidate
A Conservative manifesto pledge to support a York regeneration scheme with new public-private funding bodies could set the project back, a Green candidate has claimed. The Conservative manifesto has pledged to unlock new regeneration schemes and
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Country musician from York on writing through heartbreak and playing dream venue
Twinnie-Lee Moore grew up on the stage in York before performing in West End musicals, competing on The Voice, working as a film actress – and even starring in Hollyoaks. Now, she’s living in Nashville, Tennessee, honing her craft as a country musician
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Woman whose dad died in plane crash overcomes fear of flying for 17,000ft skydive
A woman whose dad was killed in a plane crash 25 years ago in North Yorkshire has overcome a fear of flying to do a charity skydive in his memory. Pip Nix's dad, Naburn businessman Gerry Davitt, 42, and her grandad, Larry Davitt, 67, died after
