RAY Mallon looks at York through a visitor's eyes, and that makes his observation on the city's begging problem valuable. Residents become resigned to the scruffy figure in the doorway mumbling a request for money. But Mr Mallon was shocked by the number
FOUR new Daewoo models, three sporting the "Xtra" theme, have joined the growing range of models which are appearing rapidly since the ailing company was taken over by General Motors (Vauxhall) last year. When Daewoo first appeared on the scene it was
IN the few weeks of summer we have so far enjoyed car manufacturers have not wasted a second in preparing a few more topless models for the forecourts. They must know something we don't, because the new cars are not due here until next month. Perhaps
EXPERTS have apparently discovered that one of man's closest relatives is a three-centimetre flatworm. According to the science journal, Nature, we humans and the obscure worm Xenoturbella sprang from the same bit of the primordial gloop that graced our
SO York Hospital could be cleaner and the quality of the food could be better according to the Independent Patient Environment Action Team (August 13). This follows the report that cleaning standards were sliding at the hospital (February 27). I don't
I AGREE with the view expressed in Mr R Rollinson's letter about the oddity of many referendums on relatively minor matters, including the Government's on the allocation of lottery funds while refusing to give a national referendum on the most vital issue
AS a mechanic who cycles to work I am fed up of the ongoing argument between cars and bikes. Throughout my day I see the best and worst of all road-users. There are idiots on both sides - it's just typical of today's selfish attitude. The sooner everybody
A FAMILY relived the "horrors" of their dream holiday when they saw their hotel featured on national television. Steve and Janet Nelson, of Aldborough Way, Leeman Road, claim they had a "nightmare" holiday in Bulgaria. After complaining to their holiday
SEVERE delays are expected during bank holiday weekend if a bus strike goes ahead in York. Industrial action by drivers at First will start tomorrow if they reject a pay deal in today's secret ballot by members of the Transport & General Workers'
ARMED police raided a house in Haxby after a tip-off that there was a firearm on the premises. Witnesses said four police cars and a van surrounded the property in The Village, Haxby, yesterday evening and officers forced the front door down. Riot shields
PUPILS in York and North Yorkshire stayed ahead of the national trend with record GCSE results, despite the countrywide pass rate falling to its lowest level for more than a decade. In York 59.1 per cent of children achieved five or more A* to C grades
A YORK motorist could face criminal proceedings after he was implicated in the arrest of England and Leeds United footballer Seth Johnson. The 24-year-old footballer, from Wetherby, was arrested on the M62 motorway near Bradford in the early hours of
DRUG addicts, alcoholics and rough sleepers are among those transforming York's streets and green spaces as part of a radical scheme to reduce antisocial behaviour. An eight-month pilot is using community-based work to aid the rehabilitation of people
FORMER York City youngster Cameron Stuart is set to continue his lightning form as Selby Town take on Armthorpe in the Northern Counties East League premier division tomorrow. The 20-year-old joined the Robins last weekend after he was released during
TEENAGE tyro Stuart Wise is looking to keep it clean and maintain York City's sparkling start to the new season. The young defender has been one of the brightest stars in City's opening three games so far with a hat-trick of solid performances. Now, with
PUPILS in York and North Yorkshire stayed ahead of the national trend with record GCSE results, despite the countrywide pass rate falling to its lowest level for more than a decade. In York 59.1 per cent of children achieved five or more A* to C grades
After York's nightlife was compared with Faliraki in Greece CHRIS TITLEY and PHIL HALL look at the problem of binge drinking. VICKY is 19 and lives in Clifton, York. She works hard at two jobs, one in catering, the other in a nightclub, so when she has
POPULAR four-piece The Stanleys take to the Fibbers stage this evening to prove that Leeds doesn't have a monopoly on great music this weekend. Likened to The Waterboys, The Jam and The La's, the band's huge harmonies, big songs and powerful live show
THE father of a teenager killed at Bilbrough Top has blasted the Highways Agency over its failure to start building a flyover. Colin Sanders said: "It's ridiculous. We can put a man on the moon, but the Highways Agency doesn't seem to be able to build
THE soaring bill for taming North Yorkshire's worst accident blackspot means the Government must consider it all over again, it was revealed today. Roads Minister David Jamieson is set to decide on the project for a flyover at Bilbrough Top, on the A64
Wigginton Grasshoppers managed all three points in a Leeper Hare York and District League premier division game which visitors Old Malton dominated for long periods. The first half was a largely even affair. Old Malton had the better of the chances but
FORMER York City youngster Cameron Stuart is set to continue his lightning form as Selby Town take on Armthorpe in the Northern Counties East League premier division tomorrow. The 20-year-old joined the Robins last weekend after he was released during
Kieren Fallon, who yesterday clinched the Peugeot-sponsored prize for becoming leading jockey at York's Ebor Festival, heads to Goodwood tomorrow with a score to settle. Fallon, who won three races on Knavesmire this week, including the Yorkshire Oaks
WE do not stop often enough to count our blessings, so this seems an opportune moment to tot them up. First, this has been an excellent week for York. The Ebor race meeting was a massive draw, the weather was fine and it passed off peacefully. Second,
IF YOU were looking out for the next car to get the go-faster stripes, sporty skirts, alloy wheels and souped-up engine, the smart car would probably not be at the top of your list, or even on it. But this little half car is causing something of a revolution
IT has been a long time coming, but Jaguar has now unveiled its stylish new X-Type Estate. Sharing the agile driving dynamics and sporting yet comfortable ride and handling balance of the saloon, the estate should prove as versatile. With more than a
PARISIAN director Francois Ozon likes to send up clichs and muddy the waters beneath the pretty surface too. After the twisted dysfunctional family drama Sitcom and his sugar-sweet homage to Hollywood's golden age of mystery thrillers in the last year's
THERE are two sides to every story but this was not reflected in your comment column last Wednesday ('End family'e suffering'). This contrasted those who live in well-appointed private or owner-occupied properties with the plight of a particular family
TEENAGE tyro Stuart Wise is looking to keep it clean and maintain York City's sparkling start to the new season. The young defender has been one of the brightest stars in City's opening three games so far with a hat-trick of solid performances. Now, with
YORK City boss Chris Brass brushed aside the disappointment of seeing his appeal against a three-match ban dismissed by the Football Association by revealing he was already preparing for the worst. Confirmation the City player-chief's appeal against his
A VICAR from York who was under police investigation hanged himself at home after walking out of a mental health unit. The Reverend Terence King, 69, of Abbey Street, Clifton, was found hanging in his garage on October 31, 2002 -the day after he walked
THE father of a teenager killed at Bilbrough Top has blasted the Highways Agency over its failure to start building a flyover. Colin Sanders said: "It's ridiculous. We can put a man on the moon, but the Highways Agency doesn't seem to be able to build
THIS stunning ensemble of race day style wowed judges at Knavesmire and helped Vicky Simpson win a glittering prize. Vicky stunned judges looking for a winner of the Best Dressed Lady competition yesterday during the final day of the Ebor Festival. York
York Kenshinkan Karate Club's Liam O'Grady has been selected to represent Great Britain in the World Championships later on this year in Switzerland. But first he has to train his sights on domestic duelling before bidding to rule the world. Declared
WITH just two games left the battle for honours in York John Smith's Men's League division one is still wide open. Shepherd, with Chas Ramsden (20), Kev Walton (21) and Mick Wilsden-Walton (23), made their bid with a fine 5-4 victory over previous leaders
YORK City boss Chris Brass brushed aside the disappointment of seeing his appeal against a three-match ban dismissed by the Football Association by revealing he was already preparing for the worst. Confirmation the City player-chief's appeal against his
A SCATHING attack on York's beggars has been made by the crusading Mayor of Middlesbrough. Ray Mallon, dubbed Robocop for his zero tolerance policies while a senior police officer, called on York's leaders to take the beggars off our streets. He told
STEPHEN LEWIS talks to Hull playwright John Godber, who has taken a dark turning for his 40th play JOHN GODBER admits he's made something of a departure with his 40th play. As in many of his previous works, there is a strong vein of comedy running through
SNOW Patrol call their new record Final Straw, and with good reason. The Irish band with the Glasgow postal address have had their fill of the independent life after two albums. Enough was enough, they decided; it was time to make a major move. Ahead
