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'It's not where we want to be as a team' - Knights second best in Panthers defeat
“WHAT we served up there for 60 minutes isn’t where we want to be as a team.” So said Mark Applegarth as York Knights capitulated after a bright start to fall to a 38-18 defeat at Halifax Panthers. The Knights had raced out of the blocks to
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Urgent search for missing 15-year-old girl from York
An urgent search is underway for a missing 15-year-old girl. North Yorkshire Police has issued an appeal for Demi, who was last seen at around 11pm on Saturday - August 3. The force said that she was last seen at a relative's house in the Woodthorpe
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Knights capitulate as Halifax secure enthralling comeback victory
YORK Knights were made to pay for their errors and ill-discipline as Halifax Panthers earned a 38-18 comeback victory in an enthralling encounter at The Shay. The Knights could seldom have hoped for a better start after a Connor Bailey try and
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Can you get 10/10? Take this pub quiz to find out how you score
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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Fire in 'wooded area' involved a children's playhouse
There has been a fire in a "wooded area" in York. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said local crews responded to the call at 2.26pm today (August 4). They added that the fire spread to a children's playhouse. The crews later managed
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These are 5 'innocent' ways you could be breaking the law this summer
Summer is here! ( Well...kind of) and experts have warned Brits that they could be breaking the law in these five 'innocent' ways. We might find ourselves getting out in the great outdoors in the coming weeks ( with hopefully some nice weather
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LIVE BLOG: Halifax Panthers vs York Knights
4:40pm FULL TIME: HALIFAX PANTHERS 38-18 YORK KNIGHTS Mistakes again prove costly for the Knights during the second
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'I was told I’d never be able to walk again' - runners' stories at York 10k
Ahead of the York 10k today (August 4), the organisers Run For All shared some stories of the athletes taking part. After struggling with her mental health for seven years following the sudden death of her father, York-born Lucy Roue was diagnosed
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PICTURES: thousands take to the roads of York in packed out 10k
Around 6,000 people took to the streets for the York 10k today (August 4). The Jane Tomlinson Run For All event set off from the Knavesmire at 9.30am, with the earliest finishers coming in just after 10am. The day saw an array of different
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Do I have high cholesterol? GP explains how to tell and how to reduce yours
Do you have high cholesterol? Find out how you can tell and reduce yours from a GP. It is one of those terms we've all seen in health adverts or on posters in GP practices but how much do you really know about it? LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor
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Applegarth impressed by evolving partnerships within Knights squad
MARK APPLEGARTH believes that he is beginning to see relationships being built throughout the core of his York Knights squad. Injuries throughout the 2024 campaign has seen Applegarth forced to play some of his players in unfavoured positions,
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York motorists sentenced for speeding-related offences
Four York motorists who failed to respond to court summons have been convicted and sentenced in their absence at Bradford Magistrates Court. Sergiu Stoian, 31, of Clarence Street, central York, was convicted of two charges of failure to tell
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The Olympics has one glaring flaw - the abysmal coverage that's turned me bald
Over the past few days, we have been treated to some golden moments at the 2024 Paris Olympics. From Andy Murray giving us heart attacks, twice, to Max Whitlock bringing us heartache, we've had it all. There's just been one glaring problem. The
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Knights anticipating tough clash in Halifax Panthers test
YORK Knights expect to face a difficult challenge when travelling to Halifax Panthers on this afternoon (3pm). Mark Applegarth is anticipating a tough test when taking on Halifax, who have just one win in their previous four matches, with both
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Hinshelwood happy as City witness 'wake up call' in Spennymoor Town friendly draw
ADAM HINSHELWOOD admitted his disappointment after York City battled to a 3-3 draw with Spennymoor Town in their final match of pre-season. York’s pre-season campaign wrapped up with something of a goal fest in Durham, as Spennymoor twice came
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Cause of North Yorkshire flat fire remains unknown
The cause of a flat fire in North Yorkshire is still unknown. Emergency crews from Scarborough, Filey, Robin Hoods Bay and Whitby responded to the call of a basement flat on fire in Scarborough. They received the call at 1.54am today (August
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York's Special Care Baby Unit Support Group marks 40 years with family fun day
A SUPPORT group that has been helping families of premature babies in York for 40 years is holding a fundraising and celebratory fun day. It is 40 years since the York Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) Support Group was set up. The fun day, to
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Do police cars have speed cameras? Motoring expert reveals the answer
Have you ever driven past a police car on the road and wondered if it can catch you speeding? Almost 350 people are killed each year on the UK’s roads, according to RAC, with speed among the contributing factors. Not only is it dangerous but
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Overgrown York: 'I counted 21 types of wild flowers growing here'
Overgrown York: 'I counted 21 types of wild flowers growing' SINCE City of York Council stopped mowing the Castle Mills Lock island, a profusion of wild flowers and grasses have appeared quite naturally. I’m no expert but a few days ago I identified
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'Paradise on earth' - North Yorkshire garden among Britain's most beautiful
An “inspiring” garden in North Yorkshire has been crowned among Britain’s most beautiful this year by Country Living magazine. RHS Harlow Carr located in Harrogate was also praised for “showcasing the best of gardening innovation”. The publisher
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2 'peaceful' and 'cosy' North Yorkshire coastal villages among Britain's best
Two villages by the sea in North Yorkshire have been praised among the best coastal destinations in the UK right now. Both situated near Whitby, the seaside villages are made up of “golden” sands, “honey-coloured” cottages and “cosy” pubs to name
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Forgotten ruin brought back to life by York volunteers
A GROUP of green fingered volunteers have found a new way to bring the history of York back to life with a gardening project intended to honour a forgotten church. Emily Hansen, 36, is a trustee and part of a group of volunteers for Edible York
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The Mayor, a Normandy veteran, and over 70 vintage scooters on show in the York sun
A collection of over 70 scooters and motorbikes took to the streets in York. The York Inset Scooter Club hosted their "Show n Shine" event in Grape Lane yesterday (August 3). The event, which saw Grape Lane close from 10.30am until 5pm, welcomed
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Calls to save building dubbed ‘an important part of York’s modern heritage’
Campaigners are urging developers to rethink proposals to demolish part of a building in the city centre, describing it as “an important part of York’s modern heritage”. The rear of WH Smith in Coney Street, which looks out onto the River Ouse,
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'It's so frustrating! Could I be the worst golfer in York?'
WANT to get into golf, but don't know where to start? Well, set you sat nav to Aldwark Manor Estate and treat yourself to a lesson with course pro Jamie Barrow, who is the estate's new head of golf. It will be great fun - and you may well pick
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'I’m absolutely delighted to have won' - gold medal win for Helen from York
AS the medals mount up in at the Olympic Games in Paris, one York author is celebrating clinching a literary equivalent. Helen Reynolds, 50, from Holgate, beat more than 400 entries from 23 countries to win a prestigious gold medal for the first