Local News
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Met Office warn of very high Pollen count for next five days
The Met Office is warning the UK is set to be hit with a huge ‘pollen bomb’ this weekend, with hay fever sufferers being urged to prepare for the high pollen.
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Legs All Go on York’s World Naked Bike Ride Protest, 10th June 2023 4.15 from the Millennium Bridge
Cyclists will show off their beautiful legs from the Millennium Bridge at 4.15pm on a leisurely 5-mile city route past York's iconic views. Some will reveal a lot more for the headlines for cyclist protection, the climate, body freedom and more.
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90s Singalong Choir to perform at York pub
Fulford Arms is hosting its very own live choir this week for anyone who wants to sing along to pop music of the 90s.
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5 star hotel near Ripon is staging a recruitment open day this month
Grantley Hall, is hosting the open day between 3-7pm on Thursday June 27th.
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Mother and son jailed for three years for dealing drugs in a North Yorkshire town
Kirsty Anne Burnett, aged 41 and Andrew James Peter Burnett, aged 20, were sentenced yesterday June the 6th.
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Rare flower that was first identified in York has been brought back from extinction by botanists
Botanists were able to bring the flower back after it being extinct for thirty years.
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Drug dealers jailed for two Years in North Yorkshire
Two men who were caught with 30 bags of cocaine in a supermarket car park have been jailed.
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Ukraine: The Dam Disaster: Support Evening Sunday 11 June 7-9 pm
In the light of the terrible dam disaster unfolding on the Dnipro River right now, the people of Ukraine desperately need continued support.
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Paul Crewes appointed as new York Theatre Royal Chief Executive
York Theatre Royal is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Crewes as their new Chief Executive.
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Opening date confirmed for National Railway Museum’s Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery
The National Railway Museum’s largest ever family-focused visitor experience named Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery is set to open on Saturday 22 July in time for the summer holidays.
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York City sign former Blyth Spartans forward Cedric Main
York City FC are delighted to announce the signing of forward Cedric Main, who will join the club upon the expiry of his contract with Blyth Spartans from July 2023.
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Twin towns by bike
Cyclists from one of York’s twin towns, Münster, Germany, will soon arrive by bike to see their friends.
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York GP retires after 35 years
Dr David Hartley, a renowned York GP, will retire this month after 35 years.
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New 24/7 McDonald's restaurant opens in North Yorkshire
A new McDonald's restaurant has opened in Thirsk, providing round-the-clock service.
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Plan submitted to convert Home Office into Nail Bar
A proposal has been submitted to the City of York Council to convert a home office in Penyghent Avenue, Tang Hall, into a nail bar.
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Well-known York chef to open new restaurant in North Yorkshire
A well-known York chef, Tom Heywood, is set to open a brand-new restaurant in Helmsley, North Yorkshire.
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TV show the Dog Academy is looking for York dog owners to take part in the series
The Dog Academy, which is a TV series on assisting owners with improving dog behaviour, is looking for York residents to take part in its second series.
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Mothership Festival returned to York and it was a great success
The annual return of the Mothership Festival this weekend was another great success.
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New Aperol themed terrace open in York
Fun times are ahead for Aperol Spritz lovers, as a new sun terrace has just opened in York, with the terrace being themed around the popular Italian liqueur.
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York streets filled with pride
York’s streets were filled with colour and positivity at the weekend, as many took to the streets in the city centre for the Pride Parade.
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Record number of motorists caught speeding in North Yorkshire last year
New figures for North Yorkshire have noted that a record number of motorists in the region were convicted of speeding last year.
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The University of York claims the top spot in Yorkshire and The Humber
The University of York has solidified its position as the premier institution in Yorkshire and the Humber, clinching the top spot in the highly regarded Complete University Guide rankings for the region and beating last year’s winner, Leeds.
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York trains to face more disruption following strikes
People travelling by train in York are to face more disruption as union members walk out over long running battle over pay and conditions.
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Pride celebrations to return to York this June
Pride celebrations will be returning to York this weekend and will attract thousands of people sporting their rainbow colours and flags in support of the community.
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Police appeal to locate wanted North Yorkshire man
Police are asking for the public’s help to find a wanted man from North Yorkshire.
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Free ticket to see any film at Showcase Cinemas this autumn
Showcase Cinemas are offering a free ticket to see a film of your choice this Autumn.
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Former NHS treatment centre to be turned into housing
Plans have been submitted to refurbish a former NHS treatment centre to help young people with disabilities.
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Appeal for witnesses after burglary in York Cafe
North Yorkshire Police have appealed for witnesses with information following a burglary at a café in York.
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York Against Cancer's Complementary Therapy Programme Thrives at The Leveson Centre
York Against Cancer is thrilled to announce that the new complementary therapy programme offered at The Leveson Centre at York Community Stadium has been incredibly popular since its recent launch. Due to high demand, the charity is expanding the provision by bringing in a second therapist, meaning there will be more availability for cancer patients from across the region to benefit from these services free of charge.
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New shop opens in York
A new shop has opened in York that offers a variety of homeware, candles, and gifts.
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Cold calling scam warning for York and North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police have stated there have been several cold callers doing door-to-door in York.
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Young inspirational Asians wanted
The search is on to seek out York’s inspirational young Asians.
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Urgent Care Experiences Wanted
Healthwatch York and Healthwatch North Yorkshire are working together to find out people's experiences of urgent care across York, Ryedale,Scarborough and Selby.
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Mothership festival returns to York this weekend – and Jorvik Radio are the official partners
Mothership festival is returning to York this weekend on Sunday 4 June, and Jorvik Radio are the official partners.
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Bank Holiday weekend has affected supply issues at Waitrose in York
Waitrose in Foss Islands, York has been affected by supply issues over the bank holiday weekend.
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Shredded HEAT: Old Northern uniforms to be recycled into insulation as train operator turns environmental mission to employee clothing
Old uniforms no longer needed by Northern staff are set to be shredded and turned into ‘further life products’ such as insulation and sound-boarding as part of a new environmental push by the train operator.
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Inspirational York women in RSC production at York Theatre Royal
Six local women – all inspirational leaders within the local community – will form the Chorus when the Royal Shakespeare Company’s touring production of Julius Caesar visits York Theatre Royal from June 13-17.
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It’s National Volunteers’ Week – a time to say thanks!
2023 marks the 39th year of Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June), when we recognise the contribution volunteers make across North Yorkshire.
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Toys ‘R’ Us is coming back to York
A well-known toy shop is set to reopen its doors at a retail park in York.
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North Yorkshire B&B named best in World
A popular bed and breakfast in North Yorkshire has been named the best in the world.
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Five weeks of roadworks for bridge closures
Drivers are warned that inevitable disruption will occur as significant refurbishment on the A1237 York outer ring road begins.
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For Isaak – York animator’s deeply personal film about the family impact of stillbirth
“We need to be able to have these conversations so bereaved parents know they’re not alone”
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Korea Day Festival brings the traditional and contemporary to York
Festival to showcase the best in Korean culture, music, art and food.
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National Railway Museum partners with York Archaeology to uncover history
The National Railway Museum has partnered with York Archaeology to carry out excavations on site as part of their Vision 2025 programme of redevelopment.
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70 mile charity walk for Alzheimer's UK completed successfully
John Hurst and Carol Macauley completed their 70 mile walk from York to Stockton last Thursday afternoon, in aid of the Alzheimer's Society, and were welcomed by staff at Sustrans Hub on the High Street.
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Michael Morton to continue as York City manager for 2023/24
York City Football Club are delighted to confirm that Michael Morton will continue in the role of first-team manager
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York’s first Molly House? Barley Hall Coffee Shop renamed for Pride Month with a series of events
The café at York’s medieval townhouse, Barley Hall, is set to embrace the rainbow flag this June as it transforms from coffee shop to ‘Molly House’ and hosts a series of events celebrating LGBTQ+ history as part of Pride Month.
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York Sculptor, Janie Stevens to pay homage to the wine growing industry with an exhibition at Pairings Wine Bar
From May 28th until July 31st, talented York sculptor Janie Stevens will pay homage to the wine industry by exhibiting her unique range of limestone sculptures at the award-winning Pairings Wine Bar based on Castlegate in York.
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Missing woman, 22, found
An appeal was launched yesterday by North Yorkshire Police after a 22-year-old woman was reported missing.
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Charity shop avoids closure
A year ago, charity shop It’s Donated on Lowther Street, near York Hospital, was in grave danger of closure. With falling sales and increasing costs, trustees voted last May to close It’s Donated and give its assets to the causes it supports.
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NE Musicals wins Gold for Best Event at York Mix Choice Awards
Approximately 50,000 votes were cast and NE Musicals won Gold in the Best Event category for their show, Oliver Twist, which was performed last Christmas at Joseph Rowntree Theatre.
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Clucking Oinks to open new restaurant
A street food venue, favoured amongst York locals, has confirmed that it will open a fully-fledged restaurant in the city.
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Man taken to hospital following fall from bridge
A man has been taken to hospital following several reports of a person falling off a bridge in York.
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Fire crews tackle blaze in house near York
Two fire crews tackled a blaze at a house local to York last weekend on Saturday 20th May.