YORK'S rolling seven day rate of new cases of Covid-19 has more than doubled, according to new figures. Data for the seven days to July 26 show a rate of 4.3 confirmed cases per 100,000 population in the City of York Council area, compared with
YORK City have released 13 players from their squad as Steve Watson looks to build a promotion-winning side next season. Club captain Steve McNulty, former skipper and this season's top goal scorer Jordan Burrow and veteran midfielder Adriano Moke
Rail passengers will soon be able to order food and drink delivered to their seat using their mobile. London North Eastern Railway (LNER) said it will be first UK’s first train operator to offer such a service when it launches a trial next month
THE latest figures confirm that there have been no new cases of Covid-19 recorded in the York area, for the second day running. The figures from Public Health England show that the total number of cases in the City of York Council area remains
LEGIONS Gym opened its doors for the first time since lockdown on Monday. The Clifton Moor-based gym had been shut since mid-March amid the coronavirus pandemic but was able to welcome back some of its combat sports members earlier this week.
SHERIFF HUTTON BRIDGE and Clifton Alliance boast the only 100 per cent records in the Hunters ECB Yorkshire Premier League North despite the truncated season being only two weeks old. Clifton Alliance left it late to record their second win of the
A CITY centre sandwich shop has revealed the impact of the pandemic on its business as workers have continued to stay away from their offices. Krusties on Patrick Pool, near Shambles Market, has applied for planning permission to open the first
A WOMAN has appeared before York Magistrates Court charged with murdering a man more than 13 years ago. Sharron Roustoby, 50, of Rowntree Avenue, Clifton, was not asked to enter a plea during the brief hearing. She was remanded in custody and
A JEWEL thief who drove the wrong way up the A1 in the middle of the day made £21,639 out of his thieving trips to York, the city’s crown court heard. Johari Nazir Carter’s terrifying drive was part of a 140 mph chase from York to South Yorkshire
PLANS to tackle the number of empty shops and vacant buildings following the pandemic could see more pop up shops, cafes and offices open. The use of council-owned land and buildings as temporary space for new businesses - such as the Spark York
YORK City have confirmed that manager Steve Watson has signed an extension to his contract. Watson had strongly indicated his intention to remain at York after the weekend's 2-0 Vanarama National League North play-off semi-final defeat to Altrincham
THE latest figures confirm that it has now been almost six weeks wince the last Covid-19 related death was recorded at hospitals in the York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The figures from NHS England confirm that the total number of deaths
A RESTAURANT in North Yorkshire has been named the UK's best fine dining experience, according to the annual TripAdvisor awards. The Black Swan at Oldstead has topped the UK and come fourth in the world category in the awards. The Michelin-starred
A CAT which went missing near York earlier this week has been found after a search by a team of pet detectives. Sushi, part Selkirk Rex and part American short haired, went missing in Poppleton over a week ago. However, after an extensive search
YORKSHIRE sporting legends, celebrities, attractions and artists have come together to offer top prizes for a special charity auction. Launched by Yorkshire Cancer Research, the online auction includes more than 60 unique lots, from signed football
A MAN'S interest in indecent pictures of very young children cost him his marriage and his involvement in his church, York Crown Court heard. Paul Newcombe, prosecuting, said Thomas Sykes, 29, searched the internet for images of youngsters for two
POLICE are investigating the death of a pet dog in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information as part of an ongoing investigation into the poisoning of two dogs, believed to be as a result of pesticide abuse. On April
A NORTH Yorkshire care home is celebrating the local community with a new painting created during lock down by a local artist. The orangery wall at The Hall care home in Thornton-le-Dale has been decorated with the artwork, which has been named
RESULTS from a recent survey show that Selby College ranks amongst the top five higher education institutions in Yorkshire for overall student satisfaction. The college achieved a score of 86 per cent, above the national average of 82 per cent
A FAST food company has apologised after claims two teenagers weren’t paid after working trial shifts. Jasmine Lord, 17, from York, said that she worked a four-hour trial shift at the Subway store at York Designer Outlet on July 7. After the
TWO cinemas in York have confirmed that they will be reopening this Friday. City Screen cinema, off Coney Street, and Cineworld cinema at Monks Cross will both open on Friday. A spokesman for Vue cinema said that an update on reopening would
A woman will appear before York Magistrates Court today charged with murder. Sharron Roustoby, 50, is alleged to have killed David Clarke in April 2007 at Huntington Road, York. His body was found in the River Foss near Towthorpe on April 18
NORTHERN train services has added in new measures to ensure the safety of customers and staff members. While overall capacity will still be reduced, they are increasing the number of our services on certain routes, especially during busier times
A WOMAN in a York suburb had to be treated for smoke inhalation after a cooker fire. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue were called out to Askham Lane, in Acomb at 10.45pm last night. Two crews from Acomb attended and on arrival found the fire
A SHOP owner who set up a delivery service to make sure her customers could still buy eco-friendly goods during lockdown is our Trader of the Week. Mel Metcalf opened The Giftery & The Shop of Small Changes, in Burton Stone Lane, York, last year
As part of the government’s agenda for a “21st Century Tax System”, HMRC recently announced plans to further extend the Making Tax Digital (MTD) programme. Making Tax Digital is already in place for businesses with turnover above the VAT threshold,
THE GRAND has bounced back from lockdown with offers of immersive experiences to tempt the domestic market. With a new general manager at the helm, York’s only five-star hotel has created new packages to appeal to families, couples, cyclists and
BUSINESS leaders across York have been able to tap into a network of peers to steer them out of the pandemic-induced panic and focus on the future. Elliot Rich, a business coach and adviser who works with 25 businesses, said having a confidential
A YORK-based chocolatier has launched a Best of British range to toast Yorkshire Day. Linda Barrie, whose ethical Choc Affair brand is sold nationwide, has created a limited edition selection of hot chocolates and bars ahead of August 1. The
A SPECIALIST law firm in York has expanded after enjoying steady growth in 2020 which accelerated during the coronavirus crisis. Torque Law is now thought to be be the largest employment law specialist in North Yorkshire, after increasing the size
A MICRO business in York has responded to the demands posed by the coronavirus crisis by boosting its support for people facing redundancy. One to One Recruitment is running online job-seeking sessions, and is working with people faced with redundancy
YORK’S popular Jorvik Viking Centre says there has never been a better time to visit than now, and has extended its opening hours to make up for lost lockdown time. The attraction is the latest business that The Press is showcasing as part of its
A STORE manager stole £10,000 from its safe, then claimed staff were liars when they didn’t support his account that he hadn’t done it, York Crown Court heard. Ian Todd, 30, turned off the CCTV at the Co-op’s branch on Beagle Ridge Drive, Acomb,
A THIEF who targeted five women as he carried out a crime wave in his town has been jailed for three years. David Andrew Nacey, 64, pressurised an elderly woman into giving him money, York Crown Court heard. Judge Simon Hickey said the thief
THE coronavirus pandemic has led to a rise in people dying from other health problems – including mental health issues, strokes and heart attacks. And there has been an increase in residents dying from illnesses in their own homes. A public health
A NEW seven storey block of student flats is planned for Foss Islands Road. The 112-bedroom building would be built on the corner of Mansfield Street - next to Andrew Jackson Solicitors and opposite the former Carpetright store. The former Carpetright
