WHAT do you get for the man who has everything this Christmas? In the case of Sir Cliff Richard, 2,000 square metres of grass, courtesy of Rolawn. Sir Cliff let slip that he would like a weed-free lawn, and Rolawn seized on the remark and turned it into
An accident blackspot on the A64 - scene of two fireball crashes in just two years - looks set to enter a deadly new phase. Motorists fear manoeuvres through a gap in the central reservation at Bilbrough Top, between York and Tadcaster, will become even
Indian Dance, on a roll at present, heads back to Wolverhampton tomorrow after being successful on the course on Saturday evening. In the meantime, the gelding was also running at Southwell this afternoon as trainer David Evans bids to strike while the
Never-say-die York City have been granted the plum of a clash against Premiership surprise package Leicester City after their stirring FA Cup comeback against Reading. City's reward for their stirring rally to force a 2-2 draw with the Royals - and a
FOOTBALL and lower league clubs like York City were today expected to receive a huge boost in the battle to retain the transfer system, writes Dave Stanford. The 15 heads of state at the European Union summit, which started in Nice on Thursday, are set
I AM pleased the Evening Press is pressing for safety improvements to the A64. Golden Hill near Malton is clearly a very dangerous and confusing stretch and I'm pleased that there are now big warning signs there, but further measures may have to be implemented
Former York City junior Mark Wood was the star of the show for title-chasing Pickering Town. Wood hit all three goals for the Pikes, who transformed a pallid first-half display into second-half power for a 3-1 victory over Rossington Main. With current
A Whitby man is recovering in hospital after surviving a jet crash in which the pilot died. The 51-year-old, who does not wish to be named, was taken to Hull Royal Infirmary with possible spinal injuries after the privately-owned Jet Provost came down
The only Leeper Hare York and District League Reserve A game played was at Selby where Kartiers thrashed a ten-man Nestle Rowntree side 6 - 0 with goals from Neil Taylor (3), Simon Winstanley and Craig Smith (2). Poppleton were thrashed 6-1 at home to
Police and ambulance crews were at the scene of a major crash near Crambeck, on the A64 near Malton, this afternoon. Villagers called the emergency services after hearing what one called "a massive explosion" at about 12.10pm. Several ran out of the village
York Rugby Union Club first team travelled to Lockwood Park and found the Huddersfield side in prime form which enabled them to score 12 tries and run out 72-8 winners. It would be easy to castigate York for ineptness but their only shortcomings were
One penalty, two points and one spurned opportunity. That was all that stood between York Wasps and their first victory of the season after 80 heart-stopping minutes at Craven Park. For the second week in a row the Wasps produced a competitive, battling
Dales celebrity Hannah Hauxwell looked completely at ease as she mingled with residents and staff at a North Yorkshire retirement home to celebrate its 25th anniversary. She was at Tanpit Lodge, in Easingwold, to commemorate the home's milestone by opening
Wembley may no longer be the final destination but anyone with doubts over the lure of the FA Cup should have been at Bootham Crescent on Saturday. For York City and second-division high-fliers Reading provided a fitting testament to the grand old competition
York's MP Hugh Bayley has welcomed extra Government funding which will ease the city's bed-blocking problems this Christmas. York will receive an extra £130,000 this winter, which comes on top of £189,000 allocated for the same purpose in September. The
On-the-ball twins Jenna and Leah Rogers have both signed for Leeds United's girls' school of excellence. The talented 11-year-olds, from Camblesforth, near Selby, were spotted by coaches at a Leeds United summer coaching course where they were the only
It could be popcorn and chocolates or something a bit stronger on your average night out at the flicks. City Screen, York, is going to court this week to seek permission for patrons to drink while they watch the film. The £5m complex is hoping to be able
FOR 50 years, Britain's Green Belts have restricted urban sprawl. They are an effective way of checking development. The idea behind Green Belt policy is simple: to permanently prevent building on open space. But its application is far from simple. For
Friendship is always to be cherished - and when a whole village can lay claim to such a rapport, those who live there truly are blessed. The people of Sheriff Hutton have been recognised as friendly in a national village competition. As the inhabitants
Flood victims in Ryedale turned out in force last night to listen to the Environment Agency - and they were not happy with what they heard. More than 250 residents attended the meeting in Norton, a figure which illustrates just how high feelings are running
A woman was killed and her passenger, a retired GP, was seriously injured in a two-car crash on the A19 near Selby. Police said the woman driver of a red VW Passat died at the scene of the accident, which happened just before 4.30pm yesterday at the junction
WEMBLEY may no longer be the final destination but anyone with doubts over the lure of the FA Cup should have been at Bootham Crescent on Saturday. For York City and second-division high-fliers Reading provided a fitting testament to the grand old competition
Aggrieved York City boss Terry Dolan admitted he was seeing red after Saturday's controversial dismissal of midfielder Kevin Hulme. Two second-half yellow cards brought about Hulme's third sending-off of his City career and means the combative midfielder
YORK City avoided a fixture headache in the run up to Christmas after today's FA Cup second round tie with Reading was given the green-light. Referee Peter Walton declared the Bootham Crescent surface playable after a 9am pitch inspection. A downpour
THE Evening Press is doing a great job raising awareness of the Coppergate development. But have the people who have written letters to the Press also for written letters to the council or Government? If letters are not officially addressed to councillors
I MUST write in defence of the Travelodge criticised by York Civic Trust. They have tried to make it blend in with its surroundings as far as they could - and it is a great improvement to what was on the site previously. As for it obstructing the view
ST Leonard's Hospice would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has helped to make our very special Light Up A Life Christmas tree at York Railway station such a success once again. Every light on the tree celebrates the life of someone special
MY bus was delayed by about ten minutes as passengers were still boarding until moments before we set off. Perhaps the bus company would care to comment as to why the bus keeps its engine running all the time. Surely the buses batteries are capable of
I WOULD like to send my thanks to the caring nursing staff on Ward 14 of York District Hospital where I recently spent an unexpected week, and then a big thank you to the wonderful Fulford district nurses who have visited me daily to continue my treatment
York Groves shot to the top of Yorkshire League division five with a fine 20-14 home win against North Yorkshire rivals Scarborough Sharks. The Terriers opened the scoring with second rower Graham Bird touching down after bursting through several Scarborough
The prolonged wet weather is beginning to pose a serious problem for many clubs in York and District Leeper Hare League as pitches are becoming mud baths. Several teams have over-committed themselves to cup competitions and are now facing a serious backlog
Flood warnings were still out in Ryedale and York today, with more rain predicted later on in the week. An Environment Agency spokesman said flood warnings remained at Welham Road, in Norton, and at Buttercrambe and Stamford Bridge, though river levels
A York turf company has sent a special Christmas present to Sir Cliff Richard to complete his festive wish list. Sir Cliff, who is a keen gardener, once went on record in a survey of Christmas Wishes from the stars that all he wanted for Christmas was
In near perfect rugby conditions Malton gave a display of high quality to destroy visitors Barnsley 49-13. Home skipper Chris Creber grabbed a hat-trick of tries in his final game before he goes to Australia for six weeks. Malton's defence stood fast
Police in Scarborough are promising a chilly reception for shoplifters and troublemakers with the launch today of Operation Igloo. Visitors are pouring into the town's shops in the run-up to Christmas, but, sadly, the usual annual quota of shady characters
Pocklington were in control at home to Ripon in Yorkshire Division One and ran out convincing 29-7 winners. They got off to a flying start with a good, early attack ending with Gary Pearce kicking a third minute penalty. Pocklington then made a mess of
Key decisions on the future of York's green belt are to be made with the help of city residents. Consultation is expected to start early next year, when City of York Council will ask every resident for their opinion on choices being made in the ongoing
A York businessman is upset and looking for your help - because his best friend and mascot, Oliver the dog, has gone missing. Dave Dee is appealing to anyone who may have seen Oliver after he disappeared on Thursday morning from the doorway of the Banana
Distraught but proud summed up York Wasps' heartbroken players as they were edged out 2-0 by Hull Kingston Rovers in a remarkable match at Craven Park. Just one penalty by Rovers' Chris Charles 13 minutes from time was enough to leave the Wasps still
Hundreds of people packed two major carol concerts in York at the weekend. York Minster hosted its annual family carol concert on Saturday with music sung by the York Minster Choir and the St William's Singers. Dame Thora Hird and Ian Carmichael also
This afternoon's race meetings at Wetherby and Plumpton were abandoned because the courses are waterlogged. Tomorrow's Hereford meeting has been scrapped as the course is flooded, and Bangor's card on Wednesday has been called off for the same reason.
Aggrieved York City boss Terry Dolan admitted he was seeing red after Saturday's controversial dismissal of midfielder Kevin Hulme. Two second-half yellow cards brought about Hulme's third sending-off of his City career and means the combative midfielder
The scramble for rail tickets began today, as eager passengers tried to secure scarce Christmas seats. As revealed on Saturday, it is "reservations only" on GNER services over the festive period, and the company is only running a 40 per cent service.
Never-say-die York City have been granted the plum of a clash against Premiership surprise package Leicester City after their stirring FA Cup comeback against Reading. City's reward for their stirring rally to force a 2-2 draw with the Royals - and a
Distraught but proud summed up York Wasps' heartbroken players as they were edged out 2-0 by Hull Kingston Rovers in a remarkable match at Craven Park. Just one penalty by Rovers' Chris Charles 13 minutes from time was enough to leave the Wasps still
Stephen Lewis spoke to Leila Fahey, daughter of retired racehorse trainers Peter and Marjorie Easterby, about a most misunderstood illness THE first time Anne-Marie Fahey had an epileptic fit, the little girl's terrified parents had no idea what was happening
Relate helps couples and individuals with relationship problems Q I've been with my husband for eight years and now realise that I'm no longer in love with him. There's something missing. It feels like he's my best friend. He is trying hard by doing more
ONE penalty, two points and one spurned opportunity. That was all that stood between York Wasps and their first victory of the season after 80 heart-stopping minutes at Craven Park. For the second week in a row the Wasps produced a competitive, battling
