Local News
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York has been announced as the most festive city in England
York has been named as the most festive city in England in a new study by Hammond’s Furniture.
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£3.9 billion rail project confirmed to improve connectivity in northern England
The government has pledged £3.9 billion for a rail project which will improve connectivity in the north of England.
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Further funding for York and North Yorkshire green schemes
Government have announced a further £2 million for York and North Yorkshire as part of a drive to unlock private investment, speed up efforts to tackle climate change and help the UK reach its net zero target.
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Coptoberfest reaches £27,000 for charity and good causes
Coptoberfest, the annual charity beer festival held in Copmanthorpe, is pleased to announce that 2023 was the most successful year to date.
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After a week of ASLEF disruption – Northern’s new timetable takes effect THIS Sunday
Train timetables across the North of England will change on Sunday (10 December) along with the rest of the National Rail network.
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Paddy McGuinness is coming to York
The Paddy McGuinness – Nearly There tour is at York Barbican on Thursday 20th March 2025.
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York RI bridge removed as part of York Station gateway
The footbridge to the York RI building on Queen Street had been removed as work on the York Station Gateway project continues.
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Appeal following assault in York
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information following an assault that occurred on Lawrence Street.
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Potions Cauldron Group buy up magical spirits
New additions to the Potions Cauldron range on Shambles.
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City of York Council Launch Business Support programmes
Free programmes offered to help your business grow
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Learning facility for vulnerable children destroyed in fire
Ad Astra building ablaze overnight
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York welcomes German Ambassador
On arriving at York station, the Ambassador was met by the Lord Mayor Cllr Chris Cullwick, the Lady Mayoress Joy Cullwick and members of City of York Council’s Inward Investment team.
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Calling all ‘parent champions’ in York
City of York Council is looking for volunteer Parent Champions to help other parents and families in York, as part of the Raise York project.
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New photography exhibition opens in popular cafe
Kieran Delaney who is 25 has launched his new exhibition starting this month in Bruks Cafe in Peter Lane.
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Plans to develop part of York riverside have been submitted
New plans to redevelop part of York’s riverside have been submitted to the City of York council.
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UK Snooker Tournament in York comes to a close
Ronnie O’Sullivan won a record-extending eighth UK title at the York Barbican.
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York's new game bar arriving next February!
Roxy’s Ball Room will open over two floors of Stonebow House after it was granted an alcohol licence in September.
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York street announced as one of Britain’s 50 best streets to live on
Bootham has been announced as one of the 50 best places to live in the UK by the Telegraph.
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York castle museum set to reopen for Christmas attractions
York castle museum is set to reopen to host Christmas attractions.
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Date changes for Christmas waste and recycling collections
Waste and recycling collection dates in York will be changing over the Christmas and New Year period.
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New institute to address key challenges facing health and social care in today’s society
York St John University launches new Institute for Health and Care Improvement.
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'Fuel for Thought' this Winter
The council has launched its new ‘Fuel for Thought’ campaign this week, raising awareness of the dangers of burning wood and other solid fuels in the home.
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‘Significant impact on customers’ expected as strike by ASLEF next Friday forces Northern to advise people to make alternative arrangements
Northern will be unable to operate any of its 2,500 daily services next Friday (8 December) due to strike action by the train driver union ASLEF.
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York Christmas market traders get wifi boost
York Christmas Market stalls have received a hi- tech boost for their businesses.
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Appeal following assault in York
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information following an assault that occurred on Low Ousegate.
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Northern rolls out new chemical-free cleaner to bring ‘Michelin star cleanliness’ to train carriages and cut down on plastic waste
Northern has rolled out a new cleaning product which will leave its train interiors clean enough to eat from – and cut down on plastic waste.
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Talking about Grief: tips for having the ultimate difficult conversation
York St John University’s Director of Bereavement Services shares advice for supporting loved ones through loss.
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Doughnut wizards spell out ‘magic’ plan for launch of Harry Potter range in York
Doughnut firm Project D is offering free treats to any customer called Harry or Hermione when it launches its new Harry Potter doughnut range at its York store on Friday.
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Further grants awarded to help more people afford and enjoy sport
Grants have been awarded to a further 11 clubs to help support more people enjoy and access the health and social benefits of sport.
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City’s Early Talk for York speech and language programme wins national award
York’s Early Talk for York children’s speech and language programme has won the coveted ‘Learning Award’ at the Children and Young People Now Awards.
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Will it snow in York this week?
Wrap up warm as temperatures drop this week!
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Help improve York’s air quality
Share your views with the Council to improve York's air quality.
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Jimmy White dines at The Olive Tree amid UK Snooker Championships
Jimmy 'The Whirlwind' White visits The Olive Tree.
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Naughty Norse gods and kings – Loki twist for Bloodaxe Book Challenge
Launched on the 25 November 2023.
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Yorkshire Writers Retreat to host quadruple children’s book launch on 10 December
Family-run creative hub and events venue Writers Retreat is launching four children’s books on Sunday 10 December in Beal, North Yorkshire.
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Council delighted by 'micro woods' grant win
City of York Council has won a £39,000 grant to plant more trees in the city from the DEFRA / Forestry Commission ‘Coronation Living Heritage Fund’.
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Businesses invited to hear about new support package
City of York Council is set to launch a brand-new package of business support programmes and is inviting local businesses to an informative networking event hear directly from providers about the support on offer.
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Work to make York's inner ring road more accessible has been completed
Work to install a toucan crossing across the dual carriageway on York’s inner ring road has been completed.
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Top comedian comes to York next year
John Bishop brings his Back At It tour to York Barbican next year on the 5th and 6th of September.
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Fire breaks out at York Barbican
Snooker players and fans had to be evacuated from York Barbican as the UK Snooker Championship was delayed when a fire broke out.
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York street re-opened after 3 months
Kent Street, near the Barbican, is back open with roadworks in the street complete.
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York teenager becomes World Champion in Orlando
Lauren Greenwood who’s 17 has won gold in Orlando, following on from the two world titles in Ireland she won last year.
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Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership launches Health Equity Fellowship for colleagues
The Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership has launched its first-ever Health Equity Fellowship Programme.
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York responds to Autumn Statement with warnings for its Medium Term Financial Strategy
City of York Council has responded to the Government’s Autumn Statement.
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Businesses invited to hear about new support package
City of York Council is set to launch a brand-new package of business support programmes and is inviting local businesses to an informative networking event hear directly from providers about the support on offer.
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Tickets now on-sale for York City Ladies return to the LNER Community Stadium in December
Be a part of our return to the LNER Community Stadium!
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Knife drop bins to be installed in York as part of crime crack down
Knife drop bins are to be installed in York and North Yorkshire as part of a national crack down on crime.
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City of York Council launches 'Our Big Transport Conversation' to shape the future of transport across York
City of York Council has today begun a 10-week public consultation to help shape the future of transport across York and its surrounding villages.
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York tourist attraction offering Black Friday deal on tickets
York Dungeons says guests can buy £10 tickets from Thursday, November 23 until November 27.
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Cyclist injured in collision at York Hospital
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about a collision that occurred at York Hospital.
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New podcast series offers coaching on-the-go for VCSE Sector Leaders
Community First Yorkshire is a charity that provides support and guidance to other charities, voluntary groups and community organisations in North, South and West Yorkshire.
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City Cruises York announces launch of its Boat Bar during York’s Christmas Market
York, 21 November 2023: City Cruises York, the number one sightseeing and dining cruise operator on the River Ouse, is launching a Boat Bar this weekend.
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Trust Nucleus Product Team presented with Chief Executive Award
The winners of the 2023 Celebration of Achievement Awards were revealed in a glittering awards ceremony held at Scarborough Spa recently.
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Help us make York city centre more accessible for all
Following agreement to restore Blue Badge holders’ access to the city centre from 4 January 2024, residents are being invited to help shape and further improve the city centre’s accessibility.
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A Triple Crown Achievement: The Insurance Emporium Takes ‘Insurer of the Year’ Title Thrice in 2023
Award-winning, York-based personal line insurance provider, The Insurance Emporium, rounds off a successful year with two final award wins for 2023.
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Haxby Road Academy: Primary school of the year
Haxby Road Academy named primary school of the year in national competition.
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Fair deal from Jeremy Hunt demanded by York City council leader Claire Douglas
Councillor Claire Douglas demands a 'fair deal' for York.
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Petition against First Bus services
Students in York campaign against changes made by First Bus.
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Four legged mowers join York Christmas Trees sustainable growing team
York Christmas Trees has added five sheep to the award winning team at Wiggington to help deliver the most ecologically and sustainable Christmas tree growing system.
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Jason Donovan comes to York!
Australian Star Jason Donovan’s latest tour will come to York Barbican in March 2025.
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£7,018 Raised to support children with brain tumours
The players of Wigginton Grasshoppers have raised £7,018 to help support children with brain tumours.
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Kent Street work extended for a second time
Kent Street, behind the York Barbican, is set to remain closed for another week.
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Plans to build 4,000 new homes have been approved
A plan to build 4,000 affordable homes in York has been moved forward as the City of York Council seeks to address its housing crisis.
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Much-needed 100% affordable housing announced
Much-needed 100% affordable, energy-efficient homes are to be delivered across the city by the Council and social housing partners.
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York Council to start Free School Meals Pilot
City of York Council’s Executive has agreed a Universal Free School Meals Pilot Project for Key Stage 2 children in the city.
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Make It York says goodbye to Chair, Greg Dyke
Greg Dyke has announced that he will be stepping down as the Chair of Make It York in the new year.