Archive - Thursday, 21 March 2019

Man killed in collision near York named by police
A PEDESTRIAN was killed in a collision on a road north of York.
Jon Parkin wish to carry on playing for York City next season
VETERAN striker Jon Parkin would like to carry on playing next season – and is hoping he can do that with York City.
York sports pitch gets green light but reduced hours
CONTROVERSIAL plans for new sports facilities at a York school have been given the go ahead - with shorter opening hours than planned.
Shelby takes on 21 challenges to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day
A YOUNG girl has taken on 21 personal challenges to help celebrate and raise money on World Down Syndrome Day.
Free events at York Bridge Club
NEW members are wanted to joing York Bridge Club.
Councillor quits political group in York
A LIBERAL Democrat councillor representing Westfield has left the party.
Police cut York meeting short to arrest suspected shoplifter
POLICE officers had to cut short a pop-up surgery in York to arrest a shoplifting suspect.
City centre road closures continue
THREE roads in York will remain closed over the coming weeks for roadworks to be completed.
York City boss Steve Watson rules out deadline-day signings
YORK City boss Steve Watson has ruled out the likelihood of adding any new players before today’s transfer deadline.
Poignant Lights on the Lake ceremony remembers loved one
HUNDREDS of lanterns and candles illuminated a York lake in a ceremony of remembrance.
"We were inseparable," says Bryan Josh as Mostly Autumn say farewell to Liam Davison
YORK prog-rock band Mostly Autumn will back up this month's launch of their new studio album, White Rainbow, with a home-city concert at The Crescent on June 7 in memory of past member Liam Davison.
How many York voters have signed the petition to revoke Article 50?
THOUSANDS of voters in York have signed a petition to revoke Article 50.
York MP calls for urgent changes to special education needs support
A YORK MP has called for urgent changes to the support system for children with special education needs (SEN).
Schools to have wicked time performing Macbeth at Theatre Royal
SOMETHING wicked this way comes on Monday and Tuesday when York Associate Schools present Macbeth at York Theatre Royal.
Man leaving arson scene 'had suffered serious injuries'
POLICE say a man seen leaving the scene of an arson attack in Selby had "received serious injuries".
Luke Jones jailed for 12 years for 'utterly appalling' sex assault on two-year-old girl
A SUPERMARKET worker who severely injured a two-year-old girl for his own sexual gratification has been given a 17-year extended prison sentence.
July date set for York City Official Golf Day
FANS will once more be able to play alongside the club’s players and management staff at this summer’s official York City Golf Day.
Five men named and shamed for urinating in the city centre
FIVE men have been named and shamed after being caught urinating in the streets of York.
School of rock competition returns to York Barbican
ROCK Challenge and J Rock will return to York for the first time since 2016 on Monday as part of the Global Rock Challenge in England and Scotland.
Knife seized from driver in York
POLICE seized a lock knife after stopping a driver in York.
Kitten shot in spine by air gun in York
A KITTEN had to be put to sleep after being shot by an air rifle in York.
Diamond celebration for Shirley and Ian Fawcett
A COUPLE who have known each other since they were children are celebrating 60 years of marriage today.
MEN'S HOCKEY: City of York I hammer lowly Lindum
CITY of York Hockey Club Men I won their final North League premier division away game in style by thrashing in-form Lindum 7-1.
ARL PREVIEWS: Heworth coach Rhodes looking on the bright side of break
HEWORTH ARLC coach Scott Rhodes has warned that his side will "take some beating" once at full strength - which this weekend's break will only help.
BOWLS PIC SPECIAL: More national and regional trophy success for York
YORK Indoor Bowls Club were on top form again as they retained the Yetton Trophy - a competition they have monopolised over the last few years.
Diamond couple toast anniversary milestone
A TADCASTER couple are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary today with a huge family affair.
10 things to see in and around York next week
Two Macbeths, one John Peel Shed, myriad Fleetwood Mac line-ups, Blake’s trio harmonies, the full-on Full Monty and some glass and tin add up to CHARLES HUTCHINSON’S week ahead from March 25 to March 31
Scarcroft playground refurbished
A PLAYGROUND near the city centre has been upgraded, more than two years after funding for the work was first approved.
Student took his own life after school suspension
A TEENAGER at Ampleforth College killed himself after being suspended from school for smoking.
York paedophile jailed after police sting in Lidl car park
A MAN arrested in an anti-paedophile police sting at a York supermarket has been jailed for three years.
Anthony Bonner
BONNER Anthony Sheila would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for their cards and messages of sympathy. Thank you also to Gary Vilmans of J Rymer Funeral Service for his help and support, the Reverend Michael Nokes for a lovely service and…
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Mollie Ingram (nee Brocklebank)
INGRAM Mollie (nee Brocklebank) On March 11th after a courageous battle with illness, beloved wife of Richard, greatly loved mum of Jonathan and Tom, much loved grandma of Poppy, Ruby, Darcie and Joe, loving sister of Mike and Val and loved by all who…
Anthony Leo Horne
HORNE Anthony Leo Peacefully in St Leonard's Hospice on Thursday March 14th, aged 86 years. "You are in Heaven darling, all pain and grief is over." Beloved husband of Dee and much loved dad of Debbie, adored grandpa to Gemma, Laura and Amy and…
malcolm webster
WEBSTER Malcolm (1932-2019) With heartfelt gratitude Ann, Paul, Kevin and Ian wish to extend their thanks to relatives and friends for all their caring support and words of comfort throughout this very sad time. Ann also wishes to thank those who have…
Fred Swales
SWALES Fred Peacefully at home on March 15th, 2019. Beloved husband of Andrea, much loved dad of Andrew and Clare and a proud grandad of Poppy, Tom, George and Alfie. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Shiptonthorpe on Tuesday, March 26th at 2.00pm…
Arthur John Dyson
DYSON Arthur John Passed away unexpectedly on March 10th at home. Loving husband to the late Moyra much loved dad to Paul, Barry and Alison. Granddad to Chris, Mike and Adam. Will be sadly missed. Funeral service to take place on Friday March 29th at…
EILEEN GIBSON
GIBSON Eileen Passed away peacefully at York Hospital on March 3rd. Loving wife of Robert. Funeral service to be held at St. John's Church and Priory, Long Street, Easingwold, at 11:00am, on Wednesday, March 27th, 2019, followed by a burial at Fulford…
sergio NOTARANTONIO
NOTARANTONIO Sergio Peacefully at home on March 16th, 2019, aged 86 years. Loving husband to Maria, dad to Louie and Sara, grandad to Tessa, Luke and Adam, great-grandad to Penelope and Buddy. Funeral at St. George's R.C. Church, Wednesday March 27th,…
SYLVIA IRENE DAWSON
DAWSON Sylvia Irene (nee Holliday) Passed away peacefully on March 15th, in Birchlands Care Home. Much loved mum to Shirley, Ronnie and Alan. Funeral to take place at St Mary's Church Haxby on April 4th, at 1.00pm. Family flowers only, donations in…
JOHN ARTHUR WILLIAM RODWELL
RODWELL John Arthur William Of Nether Poppleton, passed away peacefully on March 14th, 2019, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Stella, dad and grandpa. The funeral service will take place at St. Everilda's Church, Nether Poppleton on Wednesday, March…
Brenda Wilson
WILSON Brenda On March 15th, peacefully at Osborne House, Selby, aged 93 years, formerly of North Duffield. Dearly loved wife of the late Stan and a much loved mother, mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. A service of celebration of life will be…
kathleen potter
POTTER Kathleen Loving memories of a Mum and Nanna taken three years ago. Gentle Jesus up above, Please give Mum all our love. Love Julie, Duncan, Claire and Iain.
EAMONN HESLOP
HESLOP Eamonn Passed away peacefully on March 16th, 2019 in the care of Minster Grange Care Home, aged 60 years. Beloved son of the late Deric and Kitty. Loving brother of Kevin, Sean, Brendan, Dermot, Carmel and the late Deirdre. Much loved uncle and…
Husband and wife team close city centre gallery
A HUSBAND and wife team who have run a gallery in York city centre for 22 years have closed the shop to focus all their efforts on the business’s website.

20th March 2019