Raise a glass to the future success of York Wasps. That is the basis of an idea which has been mooted by fans in recent weeks to raise much-needed funds for the club's coffers. They have suggested the Wasps buy a pub near to the city centre and use its
A 27-year-old local man was arrested today in connection with the death of David Williamson. The man was in police custody and being interviewed. Mr Williamson was found on a roadside path at 5.30am last Monday, a few hundred yards from his home in Sutton-on-the-Forest
MOURNERS gathered at York Minster today for a poignant memorial service for the dead of the North Yorkshire rail disaster. But the Archbishop of York, Dr David Hope, was giving a sermon of hope to a congregation that included the Prince of Wales. Prince
YOUNG James Dunn holds a hand for comfort as he arrives at York Minster today to honour the father he lost in last month's North Yorkshire rail disaster. In his other hand he clutches a teddy bear which once belonged to his father, Steve Dunn, driver
HAS Mr Watson of Elmfield Terrace had his head buried in the sand for the past few years (March 27)? I would like to know why Mr Watson thinks that all farmers are wealthy and belong to the landed gentry. Most farmers are just ordinary hard working people
Many of us driving round the region will have seen small groups of travelling people living in their caravans by the side of the road. I am a strong believer that people should be free to live any way they choose, as long as this is not to the detriment
EVERY year council tax goes up two or three times inflation, but most workers in the public services are lucky to get an inflation pay rise. Each year we have to siphon money from holidays or other pleasures to pay for this tax. The Government seems happy
NO matter how much the Hon Hugh Whitton galloped about and smouldered in or out of hunting pink, in The Hunt (ITV, March 21) my working class roots kept me pretty cool. Next day though I got hot under the collar reading the Evening Press. Apparently,
This week's walk takes us through the streets and to the attractions of an ancient North Yorkshire market town. THE people of Pickering take pride in the town's claim to date back to 270BC. Speculation surrounds this claim but evidence does exist of an
This is the weekend when most tourism attractions were reopening, despite the current crisis. CHRIS TITLEY finds out that there is plenty on offer.MEET Little Mummy, Little Frankenstein, Little Dracula and Little Yeti. They are the Little Monsters ready
SEVERAL of North Yorkshire's leading courses feature heavily in this year's bigger and more lucrative Professional Golfers' Association north region tour. Knaresborough, Malton and Norton, Pannal and Aldwark Manor Golf Clubs will host events in the 2001
HOW would you fancy holding the rather grand title of "honorary keeper of the peacocks"? Because some fortunate citizen could take on just such a role, should a novel idea to safeguard the future of the peacocks in York's Museum Gardens finds favour.
MATTHEW Hoggard is optimistic that he can win a regular England place this summer rather than having to sit it out as 12th man. Speaking of his delight at being awarded an English Cricket Board central contract, the burly Yorkshire strike bowler said:
TOM Fenoughty, believed to be York City's oldest surviving player, has died at his home in Rotherham. He was aged 95. Fenoughty's sparkling City career spanned the club's switch from its original base at Fulfordgate to Bootham Crescent. Successfully bridging
FORMER York City favourite Paul Barnes (pictured above) has joined Nationwide Conference outfit Nuneaton Borough on loan from Second Division Bury. The 33-year-old was poised to make his Conference debut today when Kingstonian visited Manor Park. Barnes
YORK Wasps' supporters should take a leaf out of Oldham fans' books and prove they have the passion needed to boost rugby league in the city. That is the message from Wasps' chairman John Stabler prior to the visit of Oldham Roughyeds to Huntington Stadium
MATTHEW Hoggard is optimistic that he can win a regular England place this summer rather than having to sit it out as 12th man. Speaking of his delight at being awarded an English Cricket Board central contract, the burly Yorkshire strike bowler said:
Mike Laycock drove out to a flood-free Naburn for Sunday lunch with his family. IT'S one of the nice things about York. Less than ten minutes' drive from the city centre bustle, you can find tranquil little villages, complete with attractive old pubs
The basement battle for Football League survival is coming to a frenetic climax. York City writer DAVE STANFORD reports. History and statistics would suggest York City are almost there. Since the system of one up and one down from the Conference was introduced
FORMER York City favourite Paul Barnes (pictured above) has joined Nationwide Conference outfit Nuneaton Borough on loan from Second Division Bury. The 33-year-old was poised to make his Conference debut today when Kingstonian visited Manor Park. Barnes
TOM Fenoughty, believed to be York City's oldest surviving player, has died at his home in Rotherham. He was aged 95. Fenoughty's sparkling City career spanned the club's switch from its original base at Fulfordgate to Bootham Crescent. Successfully bridging
MOURNERS gathered at York Minster today for a poignant memorial service for the dead of the North Yorkshire rail disaster. But the Archbishop of York was giving a sermon of hope to a congregation that included the Prince of Wales. Prince Charles was to
THE Rotary Club of York recently discussed the terrible plight of the country's farmers and decided to make a donation from our reserve funds to assist them in a small way. The latest case of foot and mouth disease brings the emergency even nearer to
ASK if it's cask is the theme of CAMRA's latest campaign. It was launched locally at the York Beer Festival last week, hailed as an enormous success by all involved. It is a major initiative aimed at counteracting the leading brewers sole advertising
ONE of York's major new businesses is endearing itself to the city by supporting the St Leonard's Hospice Appeal 2000. A cheque for £3,000 was handed over from Card Protection Plan, which is based in Holgate Park, to hospice fundraising manager Janet
MARTIN JARRED lets his hair down at one of Europe's most popular destinations, Tenerife. HIGH-spirited Fred Flintstone weaved his way down Calle de Angel Guimera, beer bottle in one hand, castanets clicking in the other. He hailed me heartily in Spanish
THE good times continue to roll both on and off the pitch for York City. While his team-mates are edging closer to safety Peter Duffield is poised to take a massive step forward in his recovery from a broken leg. The former Darlington hit man expects
ALL eighteen Victoria Crosses awarded to courageous members of the Green Howards regiment are to go on display together for the first time in North Yorkshire. The medals, Britain's highest award for bravery, will be on show at the regimental museum in
CELEBRATED York artist William Etty is to come to the aid of needy actors 150 years after his death. An oil painting, Seated Nude, by Etty (1787-1849) is expected to fetch up to £4,000 when it comes up for auction at Sotheby's in London. The proceeds
The Archbishop of York was today delivering a moving address to friends and relatives of those who perished in the North Yorkshire rail disaster. Transport Reporter DAN Rutstein reports on Dr Hope's sermon. In front of victims' families and friends, survivors
AMERICAN tourists visiting York say images of burning pyres and slaughtered animals on their television screens nearly put them off visiting the UK. Several said they nearly cancelled their tours around England, Wales and Scotland because they were so
AN INVENTOR'S footwear cleaning device is leading the fight against spreading foot and mouth disease. Rod Hall's £10 Mudbuster gadget is being used to disinfect vets' and farmers' boots up and down the country. Conservative Party leader William Hague,
HISTORIC railway station buildings have been saved thanks to a major fundraising appeal to rail enthusiasts. The station buildings at Grosmont, near Whitby, are said by rail experts to form the pinnacle of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway where it joins
It's okay to go back to the countryside - taking care to follow the rules, of course. CHRIS TITLEY reports COME on out - the countryside's lovely! This is the message rural businesses are straining to make heard above a cacophony of reports about pestilence
WHEN beer fans Geoff and Di Henman celebrated their ruby wedding anniversary, they did not realise their friends had a surprise brewing. But after 40 years of happiness, the couple received the perfect memento - a special ale named after their great event
A DRUG dealer from York has been ordered to hand over assets worth £54,000 or see his jail sentence double in length. Judge Paul Hoffman made the order at York Crown Court after hearing that Richard Gemolotti Almonti, 34, had made nearly £60,000 from
The basement battle for Football League survival is coming to a frenetic climax. York City writer DAVE STANFORD reports. History and statistics would suggest York City are almost there. Since the system of one up and one down from the Conference was introduced
A WOMAN was in a stable condition in hospital today after being hit by a train. The train was travelling from Harrogate to York when it collided with the woman just before 8am yesterday. The police were called to the scene, on the railway lines underneath
"YOU are the weakest waitress, goodbye." This version of TV quiz rottweiler Anne Robinson's immortal words is the last thing waiting staff at a York restaurant want to hear. Workers at The Starting Gate pub and restaurant, in Tadcaster Road, are busy
CASH-STRAPPED York Wasps launch a new scheme this weekend in an attempt to boost the coffers at Huntington Stadium. And as an incentive for supporters to get involved, the organisers have promised to put a £1,000 holiday up for grabs to those who take
THE revolving door at Huntington Stadium has seen another two hopefuls join the York Wasps ranks but one fans' favourite depart. Former Batley Bulldogs back Andrew Webster has signed on triallist forms and has been joined by Leeds Metropolitan University
THE revolving door at Huntington Stadium has seen another two hopefuls join the York Wasps ranks but one fans' favourite depart. Former Batley Bulldogs back Andrew Webster has signed on triallist forms and has been joined by Leeds Metropolitan University
YORK Wasps' supporters should take a leaf out of Oldham fans' books and prove they have the passion needed to boost rugby league in the city. That is the message from Wasps' chairman John Stabler prior to the visit of Oldham Roughyeds to Huntington Stadium
CASH-STRAPPED York Wasps launch a new scheme this weekend in an attempt to boost the coffers at Huntington Stadium. And as an incentive for supporters to get involved, the organisers have promised to put a £1,000 holiday up for grabs to those who take
