As a Clifton Moor resident I naturally welcome First York's decision to run a new express bus service to the city centre from the Warner cinema. However, I am also a cynic and would like to know what will become of the existing 19A, 19C and 18 services
A friend sent me the article 'Night Power Station Blew Up' (October 25) which brought back memories. My father, Arthur Henry Horwell, was the only person killed in the explosion. At the time, my mother was unable to obtain any detailed information about
Before he leaves York after the panto I should like to say what a lovely man Berwick Kaler is. I was waiting for a friend in the Theatre Royal's Caf, when I saw Berwick with members of the cast. I approached him tentatively, but he was most welcoming.
The final place in Knaresborough Racing Team's new Elite squad has been filled by York's Paul Watson, but only after much soul searching. The 21-year-old Heworth rider, currently studying at Loughborough University comes from a long line of cyclists in
Role reversal could hold the key to transforming York Wasps' fortunes at Rochdale tomorrow. Coach Dean Robinson has taken the drastic action of switching Darren Callaghan and Andy Preston in a bid to get the best out of both players. Callaghan, who had
REFLECTIONS: Brave cancer patient June Buckley shows off her new hairstyle which is expected to raise £200 for charity Cancer patient June Buckley had a close shave to help raise money for breast cancer care. June, 48, had the names of nine football teams
York's animal shelter is packed out with unwanted cats and dogs who now need new homes. RUFF JUSTICE: Dylan, a two-and-a-half-year-old Labrador/Alsatian cross, who is the longest canine resident at the RSPCA animal shelter in York and is desperately in
Free Steve from behind bars After spending most of 1999 behinds bars serving York drinkers, 23-year-old graduate Steve Roper went to South Africa and got himself banged up just before the new Millennium. Ashington-born Steve was locked into the same cell
When slimmer Ali Smith craved cakes and chocolate she and fellow dieters chatted on the Internet to stop each other from raiding the fridge. SLIMLINE ON-LINE: Slimmer Ali Smith, of Sherburn-in-Elmet, who used the Internet to help her stick to her diet
A former personnel manager at Marks & Spencer in York has died after a long and brave fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Zoe Marks, of Manor Park Road, York, died as a result of pneumonia at York District Hospital. Her family have paid tribute to her
The black and tan dog has now put on half its body weight Newlyweds Jeanette and Lee Ripley have been banned from keeping animals for life and ordered to pay fines and costs totalling £4,000 after they abandoned their pets for a week to go on honeymoon
Firefighters carried out a riverbank rescue early today after a man jumped into the Ouse from Ouse Bridge in York. He was the third man to make the leap into the icy waters from the bridge in less than 36 hours. The incidents come only a month after an
Has City of York Council really thought through giving permission to open the new night shelter at Leeman Road? As I understand it there is a strict policy at the Peasholme night shelter, therefore any problem cases will not be allowed in but sent to
Internet way to keep weight off Throughout the ages, people have been searching for the elixir of slenderness. They have tried high-fibre food, the hip-and-thigh diet, the F-Plan, the Cambridge diet and the drastic cabbage soup formula. Converted for
Rugby: Don't give up on us says Hargrave Fired-up Spencer Hargrave has issued a heartfelt plea to the York Wasps fans ahead of tomorrow's crucial visit to Rochdale Hornets. Rugby: Surprise as Wasps pair switch roles Role reversal could hold the key to
Blackout Large parts of the centre of York were thrown into confusion by last night's massive power cut, as traffic and street lights failed and homes and businesses were plunged into darkness. Firefighters rescue man after bridge plunge Firefighters
JUST CHAMPION: Luke Atkin celebrates his title success Young York boxer Luke Atkin has lifted his first title, writes Dave Stanford. The 12-year-old Burnholme Community College pupil continued his winning start to his amateur career by winning the Yorkshire
No let up is the rallying call of York City's head of youth development Paul Stancliffe as the club's brat pack took centre stage this week. JUST CHAMPION: York City's title-winning youngsters. Back row, left to right: Adam Russell, Pete Vasey, John Fielding
Throughout the ages, people have been searching for the elixir of slenderness. They have tried high-fibre food, the hip-and-thigh diet, the F-Plan, the Cambridge diet and the drastic cabbage soup formula. Now slimmer Ali Smith says she has found the answer
Fired-up Spencer Hargrave has issued a heartfelt plea to the York Wasps fans ahead of tomorrow's crucial visit to Rochdale Hornets. GET BEHIND US: Wasps Spencer Hargrave has appealed to the fans Hargrave insists the players are doing everything in their
They're out there in all weathers. Be it rain or shine, they safely show children across the road, and they're committed, friendly and caring. Yes, you've guessed it - it's that great British institution - the lollipop person. So what does it take to
Sections of pipe taken from the ground in Rawcliffe Lane, York, are undergoing forensic tests to try to find the cause of last week's Clifton gas leak. FLASHBACK: Flames lick against a house close to the gas leak in Rawcliffe Lane, Clifton, York The Health
Dame is such a good guy Before he leaves York after the panto I should like to say what a lovely man Berwick Kaler is. Blast inquiry plea A friend sent me the article 'Night Power Station Blew Up' (October 25) which brought back memories. Wrong signal
Large parts of the centre of York were thrown into confusion by last night's massive power cut, as traffic and street lights failed and homes and businesses were plunged into darkness. CANDLELIGHT, NO DINNER: Fish-and-chip shop owner June Raper, of Gillygate
