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Window smashed in coastal North Yorkshire town
A business's window was smashed at night in coastal North Yorkshire town. North Yorkshire Police has issued a CCTV image of man that they would like to speak to after the window of a business was broken in Huntriss Row, Scarborough. The damage
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West and North Yorkshire Chamber in award success
The West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has been confirmed as one of the leading Chambers in the UK. With 52 accredited British Chambers of Commerce in the UK and a further 80 across the world, the West and North Yorkshire Chamber has
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Police appeal as brick is thrown at property in York
A PROPERTY in a York suburb has been damaged after a brick was thrown at a window. North Yorkshire Police said the incident happened in Alcuin Avenue in Tang Hall at around 5am on October 13. A force spokesperson said: “An unidentified person
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Highly-rated Leeds attacker Luca Thomas joins City on loan
YORK City have added highly-rated Leeds United youth prospect Luca Thomas to their ranks. As reported yesterday by the Press, Thomas has been training with Adam Hinshelwood's side following rumours of York's interest in the striker, who has enjoyed
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Harrogate Big Sleepout raises £2,500 for homeless
MORE than £2,500 has been raised so far to help combat homelessness in Harrogate after the success of the town's first-ever Big Harrogate Sleepout. Hosted at Harrogate Rugby Club, the event saw 30 people from local businesses and the community
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RECAP: Armed police swoop in busy York street
8:01pm Goodbye That concludes our live coverage today, thanks for joining us. We're yet to hear from North Yorkshire
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Armed police swoop in busy York street in ongoing incident
Police – some armed with guns – swooped in a busy York street in what appeared to be an ongoing incident. Nine police vehicles were on the scene in Bootham at 4pm today (Thursday, October 17) near the Register Office, according to an eyewitness
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Christmas canines can see Santa Paws at York pooches party!
Dog lovers will be barking mad not to miss this Christmas event for their canine companions. Pawesome Parties host special parties for different dog breeds around the country and, will be in York on Saturday November 16 at Thornton House Farm Indoor
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Hinshelwood excites at Wycombe reunion for City's FA Cup first round tie
ADAM HINSHELWOOD reacted to York City’s Emirates FA Cup first round draw, with a trip to his former club Wycombe Wanderers scheduled. After overcoming the challenge of Biggleswade FC on Saturday, York were drawn with Sky Bet League One high-fliers
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Servings of council support added spice to thriving York food business
A pioneering food delivery service, launched in York, and looking to expand nationally, has been helped by City of York Council. School Kitchen works in partnership with schools, taking over their kitchen facilities during the evenings and over
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'Wickedly delicious' new shop to open in centre of York
A new store selling spirits opens in York next week and it is going to honour historic York figures. Villains Rum of York, which styles itself as “wickedly delicious” is to open on Little Stonegate on Saturday, October 27. The venue previously
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Liam Payne's family say they are 'heartbroken' over his death in first statement
The family of former One Direction star Liam Payne have said they are “heartbroken” over his death, in their first statement. The singer died after falling from the third-floor balcony of a hotel in Argentina on Wednesday (October 16). Local
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Key City pair 'touch and go' on availability ahead of Ebbsfleet match
MALACHI FAGAN-WALCOTT and Ashley Nathaniel-George are ‘touch and go’ on whether they will be available for Saturday’s match with Ebbsfleet United. York City will welcome an Ebbsfleet side rooted to the foot of the Vanarama National League, managing
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Replacement announced for York's Millets store
The Millets store in the centre of York is to become a Go Outdoors store as part of a rebrand. This week, the current store on Market Street announced a closing sale, in preparation for the changeover. Now, its owners, JD Outdoors, have announced
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Bicycle stolen from York fitness club, say police
A bicycle has been stolen from a York fitness club. North Yorkshire Police said the yellow Giant mountain bike was taken from David Lloyd Fitness Club in St John’s Playing Field between 2pm and 4pm on Saturday, October 12. Please email
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Molly, 7, holds bake sale to help homeless people in York
A seven-year-old girl held a bake sale to raise money for homeless people in York. Molly Barron, from Stamford Bridge, raised £60 through her efforts, half of which was given to the People’s Pantry foodbank and the other half to The Salvation Army
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‘Landmark achievement’ for service provided by York hospital trust
York’s hospital trust has received a commendation heralded as a ‘landmark achievement’ for a service which performs more than 20,000 procedures per year. York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s endoscopy service received
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Two arrests after man allegedly robbed near river in York city centre
Two people were arrested after a man was allegedly robbed near a river in York city centre, police said. The victim was approached by two men and forced to hand over some of his personal possessions in Cumberland Street at about 9.40pm yesterday
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The 'great success' of village beer festival near York
A popular village beer festival near York has been hailed as ‘a great success’ by its organisers. The 10th annual ‘Coptoberfest’ Charity Beer Festival was held in Copmanthorpe’s St. Giles’ Church last weekend and was, for the first time, held over
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Ged Corcoran names Ireland squad - with former Knights called up
YORK Knights assistant coach Ged Corcoran has named his long-haul Ireland squad. Ireland will take on Scotland in an Autumn international, with Corcoran returning to his duties with his country after the conclusion of York’s 2024 Betfred Championship
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Man threatened outside busy York pharmacy - police appeal for witnesses
A MAN threatened another man outside a pharmacy in York, say police. The incident, which took place on Wednesday (October 16) at 1.10pm outside Monkbar Pharmacy in Goodramgate, saw one man threatened by another, officers said. North Yorkshire
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Plans to transform Coney Street recommended for APPROVAL by council chiefs
York council chiefs have been recommended to approve ambitious plans to transform Coney Street by creating a new riverside area. A report by City of York Council officers states that subject to the Secretary of State not calling in parts of the
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Top York hotel relaunches with a nod to historic past
ONE of York’s finest hotels has a new name and a new future. After months of preparation, The Principal York has officially relaunched as The Milner York. The Grade II-listed building was originally built in 1878 as the Royal Station Hotel
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Jurors in airfield attemped murder trial sent home until Monday
JURORS will not deliver their verdict in the airfield attempted murder trial until Monday at the earliest. Hospital security guard Jack Crawley is accused of hitting the alleged victim with a hammer at the former RAF Acaster Malbis base south
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York MP presents river safety petition to Parliament after death of Leah, 16
The MP for York Central presented a petition to Parliament seeking to improve river safety in the city after the death of Leah Bedford at just 16. Leah’s body was recovered from the River Ouse near Terry Avenue on Thursday, September 28, last year
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Ghost-inspired York Gin relaunches in ‘Europe’s most haunted city’
A gin inspired by one of York’s most famous ghosts has reappeared in time for Halloween. York Gin Grey Lady takes its name from the Medieval ghost who reportedly haunts the city’s Theatre Royal. The friendly ghost is said to haunt the dress
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Hinshelwood assesses early season form of City after impressive start
ADAM HINSHELWOOD assessed York City’s progress early into the Vanarama National League season, with the Minstermen in third position after 13 matches. York have dropped to just one defeat all season, with the least amount of wins compared to any
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Poundland confirms major change in stores and online affecting customers
Poundland has announced a major change heading to stores and online nationwide this week. The change will see the launch of the brand's first rewards app, 'Poundland Perks'. The £20m investment by Poundland hopes to bring customers more value
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Olly Murs leads tributes to Liam Payne following 'devastating' death
Tributes have been pouring in after it was revealed One Direction star Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Liam was one of five One Direction members, along with Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson,
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Crash after BMW uses grass verge to undertake car on A19 in North Yorkshire
A BMW driver used the grass verge to undertake a car on the A19 in North Yorkshire causing a crash, say police. North Yorkshire Police is now appealing for the driver of a white Mercedes van, witnesses and dashcam footage following the collision
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'York has earned a reputation as needing a good tidy, scrub and wash'
'York has reputation as needing a tidy, scrub and wash' MANY will agree with Yvonne Smith’s lead letter in The Press for October 14: ( 'York needs more public toilets and bins - and a clean-up'). York has ‘earned’ an unenviable reputation as
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Shop window suffers £2,000 of damage in York - police CCTV appeal
A shop window in York suffered £2,000 of damage - and now police have issued a CCTV appeal. North Yorkshire Police said officers would like to speak to the people in the image in connection with the incident. A spokesperson added: "It happened
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10 stunning photos of York in autumn - just beautiful!
10 stunning photos of York in autumn - by Press Camera Club THESE stunning photos of York in autumn have been taken by members of our Press Camera Club. Would you like to see your photographs in The Press and online? More than 2,500 readers
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North Yorkshire man at centre of police missing person appeal found safe and well
A 69-year-old man reported missing from his home in North Yorkshire has been found safe and well after a police appeal. North Yorkshire Police said officers were growing concerned for the man's welfare after he went missing from his home in Allerston
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'Why I'm backing business, buses and Kemi Badenoch' - MP's column
'Why I'm backing business, buses and Badenoch' - Press column by Kevin Hollinrake MP IT has been just over 100 days since I was re-elected as Member of Parliament for Thirsk and Malton and in that time, I have been busy not only holding the Government
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'Oh she’s at a funny age' - breaking taboos for World Menopause Day
Breaking taboos for World Menopause Day - with Martin Furber TOMORROW is World Menopause Day. I like to cover it each year, in the hope that I can do my bit to raise awareness about the physical, emotional, and psychological changes that women
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Voyeur filmed woman on toilet because he thought it was a 'good idea'
A North Yorkshire man secretly filmed a woman on the toilet because he felt “horny” and thought it was a “good idea”. When the woman learnt what Andrew Simpson had done, she told police “It made her feel disgusted, it was gross, it made me feel
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Dog owners warned of toxic varieties of mushroom to watch out for
Dog owners are being warned of the dangers posed by fungi and mushrooms to their pets. According to Kennel Store, September to November is peak mushroom season in the UK, and though fungi can be picturesque when on a walk, varieties can be "incredibly
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International drag queen to return to York for winter show
AN INTERNATIONAL drag queen is set to return to York this winter with an interactive sing along show. Bailey Bubbles, who was previously based in York, is set to return to the UK after a summer stint in Cyprus where she performed as live vocalist
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Heating rationed by nearly 4 in 10 Yorkshire and the Humber parents
A survey has revealed that almost four in ten parents in Yorkshire and the Humber are rationing their heating to save money. The National Parent Survey, conducted by YouGov on behalf of the parenting charity Parentkind, found that 36 per cent of
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Talk to share Rowntree Company links with Jamaica and Dominica
A community talk is set to share new research into historic links between the Rowntree Company, in York, and the islands of Jamaica and Dominica in the Caribbean. York-based educational charity The Rowntree Society will share its findings regarding
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PICTURES: Photographer's stunning images of early morning stag near York
A photographer has captured stunning images of a stag near York. David Robertshaw took the atmospheric pictures of the red deer on Sunday (October 13) morning. A photographer has captured moody images of a stag near York. Picture: David Robertshaw
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Largest one-day Christmas Market in the UK returns to East Yorkshire town
The largest one-day Christmas market in the UK will be returning to an East Yorkshire town this year. The Beverley Festival of Christmas is back on Sunday, December 8. The festival, sponsored by The Beverley Arms, is now in its 28th year. Each
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Residents reminded of potential fines for unsafe Halloween decorations
UK residents are being warned about potential fines for unsafe Halloween decorations. Homeowners could face penalties for trip hazards, falling objects, or poorly lit areas. In previous years, councils have fined or taken legal action in response
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York school's acoustic piano fundraiser offers sponsorship by key
A school has launched a fundraiser to buy a new acoustic piano - and is inviting parents, carers, and members of the community to sponsor individual keys. Millthorpe School, in York, is aiming to enhance its students' musical development with a
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Dobbies York offering free Christmas trees to schools and nurseries
Dobbies York is offering free real Christmas trees to nurseries and schools. The garden centre chain is inviting teachers, parents, and guardians to request a real Christmas tree for their educational settings. The initiative is part of the
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Wellbeing service for York-based children and families launched
A new service for York-based children and families has been launched. The Pottering Shed offers wellbeing tuition and alternative provision to help children develop positive mental health and emotional resilience. Sessions are tailored to each
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York Dungeon shares chilling insights into Halloween preparations
York Dungeon's performance manager, Olivia Mortimer, has shared chilling insights into the venue's Halloween preparations. Ms Mortimer has spent nearly a decade bringing the city's dark history to life, and Halloween is apparently her favourite
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Draft council strategy sets out plan to END homelessness in York
A shortage of affordable housing and high property prices in York pose a challenge to tackling homelessness, a council report has stated. Figures in the City of York Council report show that almost 800 households were owed financial aid to avoid
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‘Get this approved’: Coney Street traders back major plans to transform area
Traders in York's Coney Street have backed major plans to transform the area by opening it up to the riverside. And they called on City of York Council to approve the plans by the Helmsley Group later this month. The plans, which would see