Looking back to the old days at Tadcaster I always appreciated that we locals could never have been regarded in any way as being sophisticated. But at this late stage in my life I have had to revise my opinion. This "enlightenment" occurred after I had
Christmas is a time for letting all our friends know that we care... and remember. Our thoughts at St Leonard's Hospice therefore turn gratefully to those who have supported us and made our continued success possible. Such generous help from so many people
Happinesss in flooding back For most of us, the devastating floods in the Derwent basin are now a distant memory. It was back in March when the river burst its banks leaving hundreds of homes and business under water. Mother Nature had again provided
Pocklington Rugby Union Club play their traditional Christmas Challenge match against Old Pocklingtonians on Sunday, kicking off at noon. The town and school old boys' teams will play for the Bottomley Trophy donated in memory of George Bottomley, who
A mid-table Millennium march and beyond is top of York City manager Neil Thompson's Christmas wish list. The Minstermen face a potentially make-or-break festive season starting with Sunday's trip to Hartlepool United, the first visit of Cheltenham to
Sixty years ago they walked down the aisle of a York church to make a lifetime commitment to each other. Above: Diamond wedding couple Frank and Wilna Buckle who were given a surprise service at the Holy Trinity Church, Heworth, York Below:Frank and Wilna
Former York City player Sid Storey, who is celebrating his 80th birthday, with his wife Margaret Double celebrations are on the cards for a former York City hero this Christmas. Sid Storey, who lives in Haxby, and was a member of the legendary Happy Wanderers
You're in our thought here at St Leonards Christmas is a time for letting all our friends know that we care... and remember. Our thoughts at St Leonard's Hospice therefore turn gratefully to those who have supported us and made our continued success possible
Two young thugs viciously attacked and robbed a woman outside a York shop - for just £2. Carol Gray, a 38-year-old housewife was punched in the face twice by one youth, who is believed to be aged 15, and shocked police believe his accomplice is aged just
I send season's greetings to all your readers, and special thanks to all those who have helped Scope (formerly The Spastics Society) by volunteering, making donations or supporting our shops during 1999. Thanks to your readers' help and generosity Scope
Every winter, and in particular over Bank Holidays, more people need the help of health and social services. The choice of health care available is greater than is often realised, particularly for the treatment of minor ailments. The NHS is running a
Rugby: Christmas cracker should pull in fans Doncaster Dragons will provide York Wasps with a historical first and last when they kick-off the Northern Ford Premiership season at Huntington Stadium on Sunday. Football: Thommo looks for festive cheer A
Brave Gail is a panto dame They have had a tough time since their mother Gail Hepworth fell ill with incurable bone cancer. So, with Christmas fast approaching, the Evening Press decided it was time to give Jack and Tom a treat by organising a VIP trip
New Earswick All Blacks will be in the hat for a potentially lucrative Silk Cut Challenge Cup third round draw - even though they may not get past the second stage. The York amateurs will not be able to play their delayed second round match, against either
I feel highly offended at comments of Douglas Craig in the Evening Press (Tuesday, December 21). I consider that I am exactly the type of loyal, diehard supporter of the club whom he claims are in the silent majority. I sit in the Popular Stand stand
Everyone bemoans the commercial side to Christmas. But the retail sector relies on the annual spending spree; without it jobs and businesses would be lost. This time last year traders were worried by poor festive sales. Widespread predictions that 1999
Aghawadda Gold can spoil the Christmas party for course specialist Cumbrian Challenge in the feature race at Wetherby on Monday. The £32,500 Scott Taylor Appeal Fund Castleford Chase was won last year by Cumbrian Challenge, a ten-times Wetherby winner
For most of us, the devastating floods in the Derwent basin are now a distant memory. It was back in March when the river burst its banks leaving hundreds of homes and business under water. Mother Nature had again provided us with the biggest story of
Doncaster Dragons will provide York Wasps with a historical first and last when they kick-off the Northern Ford Premiership season at Huntington Stadium on Sunday. RARING TO GO: York Wasps' powerhgouse forward Steve Hill, who is poised for his comeback
A burglar who was facing the prospect of Christmas behind bars will be able to enjoy the occasion at home with his family in York after a court showed him leniency. A successful appeal at York Crown Court means that Philip Rennison, of Cayley Close, Rawcliffe
IN TOUCH: Jane Winstanley with her sons Matthew, four, and Thomas, 14-months Christmas came a month early for Jane Winstanley and her young family. They marked the occasion at the end of November, before Royal Signals soldier Paul jetted off to Bosnia
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION: William, Mollie and Charles Tiffney celebrate their first birthday today Celebrating their first birthday today are Christmas Eve babies, William, Mollie and Charles Tiffney. The tiny threesome were born a year ago, two months premature
Dozens of festive revellers found themselves behind bars when Christmas spirits got the better of them. A total of 50 people were arrested in York and Selby after a spate of incidents ranging from drunken domestic disputes to assaults to shoplifting.
A severe weather warning was issued today as strong winds continued to batter the region. The nationwide warning came as tens of thousands of motorists hit the roads for the annual great Christmas getaway. Heavy rain was expected to move north today creating
They have had a tough time since their mother Gail Hepworth fell ill with incurable bone cancer. York Gladiator, Hunter, alias James Crossley, picks up Gail Hepworth after the performance of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Grand Opera House in
