Prison hunger striker back in hospital bed

Animal rights protester Barry Horne is today back in York District Hospital after ending his latest hunger strike. Family in tearful farewell to Lizzie

A huge wave of grief swept through hundreds of sobbing mourners today as the angelic voice of tragic York schoolgirl Lizzie Gilmour sang for them one last time. Viking boat-burning finale is dropped amid safety fears

The Viking boat-burning ceremony which provides the spectacular finale to York's annual Jolablot Festival has been cancelled amid fears about the safety of thousands who flock to see it. Air show's future still unclear as bidder is named

The future of the Elvington Air Spectacular remains in doubt today after the Government revealed that a preferred bidder for the airfield has been selected. Fire service cuts 'put public at risk'

Fire brigade union leaders today warned that cuts in North Yorkshire's fire and rescue budget could dangerously overstretch the service. New group in York puts euthanasia on the agenda

The emotive issue of euthanasia is to receive regular airings in North Yorkshire with the launch of a new discussion group. Big Issue vendor beaten up in city

A Big Issue vendor was left unconscious after a daylight assault as he worked his pitch in the centre of York. Anne's job to make great Impressions

The new executive director of York's Impressions Gallery has pledged to make the gallery among the best in the country - and the world. Fears for pupils' lifesaving lessons

Youngsters could miss out on learning lifesaving swimming skills if two York pools close, a city headteacher has warned.

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