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Major York road closed after serious crash
A serious crash is causing congestion on a major road close to York. Hull Road has been blocked by a crash this evening (Tuesday, July 9) which is causing traffic to back up on surrounding roads. Witnesses report seeing the air ambulance at
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'It's my first time going up since that day' - Minster fire 40th anniversary
The Archbishop of York joined firefighters, staff members, and the Minster's Organist Emeritus to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the night that the cathedral caught fire. As part of an afternoon of celebration, four firefighters scaled the
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UKHSA issues update on new variant after small spike in Covid cases recorded
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an update on the latest Covid-19 variant after a small spike in cases was recorded. The new FLiRT variant, KP.3, has been identified in "small numbers" across the UK so far this summer. The UKHSA
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Vehicle driven into ditch in York
A VEHICLE has been driven into a ditch on a road in York. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from York went to the B1228 in York at around 4.15pm this afternoon (July 9). Read next: Summer show for York society with roots
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Injury-hit Heworth stung by Hornets despite valiant battle
HEWORTH could hold their heads high after a battling performance as they fell to a 37-6 defeat at fifth-placed Wath Brow Hornets in the National Conference League Premier Division. It was the Villagers’ second lengthy trip to Cumbria in a matter
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Plans for ice cream parlour at York working men's club get go-ahead
Plans to put an ice cream parlour in a York working men’s club have been approved. The parlour is set to open in the former storage room on the right of the entrance to St Lawrence Working Men’s Club, in Lawrence Street, east of the city centre
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Jewellery thief jailed after lying about being 'military hero' to judge
A jewellery thief who lied about being a “military hero” to York’s top judge has been jailed. Matthew Massey, 34, initially claimed that he had been in the Army for three years before being discharged on medical grounds. But when he returned
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Mayor of York and North Yorkshire meets with new Government
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire visited Downing Street to meet with the newly elected Government. Following the result of the General Election, on July 5, the newly elected Labour Government invited the country's regional mayors to Downing
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North Yorkshire town stages food and drink festival this weekend
A North Yorkshire town will be serving up culinary and drinking delights this weekend. The Selby Food and Drink Festival is run and financially supported by Selby Town Council. The festival – which celebrates food and drink producers from across
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North Yorkshire firm seeks meaty apprentices at top event
Sausage and burger firm HECK! is searching for two new recruits during this week’s Great Yorkshire Show. The Bedale company, who will be at Harrogate's Great Yorkshire Showground throughout the week, is launching its first internship programme,
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Road closures planned for major event in York
ROAD closures have been announced for a major event in York next month. The closures will be in place for this year's York 10K, with thousands of runners of all abilities heading to the city for the event next month. Runners will descend on
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Drone success for York firm at motorcycle festival
YORK-based drone company Fly Flow Media has provided aerial filming coverage for the Adventure Bike Rider Festival 2024 - the UK’s biggest motorcycle festival - for the second year running. The festival welcomed 15,000 visitors to the grounds of
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York solicitor becomes partner at city law firm
Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP has appointed Gillian Markland to its employment team as a partner. A well-known employment lawyer in the York market, Gillian brings several years’ experience acting across many different employment matters. She
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Traffic returns to normal after crash on major road in East Yorkshire
A CRASH on a major road in East Yorkshire has been resolved after causing miles of backed up traffic. Two lanes of the M62 Westbound close to Goole were blocked off following a crash. According to the AA, this was currently causing delays of
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'High value' tools stolen from York city centre renovation
A NUMBER of high value tools were stolen in the dead of night from an address in centre of York. The robbery reportedly took place on Hawthorn Grove, Heworth, between 2am and 3am on Thursday May 30. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said
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Ex-City favourite in cross-border switch following promotion
FORMER York City favourite and promotion-winner Akil Wright has made the cross-border move to Scotland. Wright, 28, is highly-rated by York supporters after his two year spell with City from 2020 to 2022, making 54 appearances and registering seven
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Northern Powergrid explains reason for power cut to hundreds of homes near York
TREES have been blamed for a power outage that affected hundreds of homes at a village near York. As the press reported earlier today, the power cut affected the village of Tockwith. A spokesperson for Northern Powergrid told the Press at lunchtime
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Filming of Hollywood movie continues as A-listers and crew return to region
Filming for a Hollywood movie has continued after the cast and crew were spotted enjoying some downtime in coffee shops and the main square of a North Yorkshire location. On Sunday (July 7), large camera vans were seen travelling through Ripon
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Summer show for York society with roots in 18th century
A SOCIETY with historic royal patronage and going strong after more than 250 years is hosting its summer show. The Ancient Society of York Florists is holding the event at 11am on Saturday, July 13. The society was formed in 1768 with a first
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Wanted man has been found
A MAN wanted by police has been found. 34-year-old Phillip Watson was wanted on recall to prison for breaching the terms of his license conditions. A police spokesperson at the time said: “We believe Watson could be in the Harrogate area and
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Sell-out show returns to North Yorkshire for 165th year
DESPITE the downpours, visitors are flocking to North Yorkshire for the start of the region's most iconic agricultural show. Today (Tuesday, July 9) is the first day of the 165th Great Yorkshire Show, an annual agricultural event which is set
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Pub chain offering free pints for England Euros Semi-Final on one condition
A pub chain will be offering a free pint to customers during England's Euro 2024 semi-final against the Netherlands on Wednesday (July 10), but only if a certain event happens. Customers will be able to redeem a free pint at Greene King pubs once
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Selby Town under-21's set to join prestigious division
SELBY Town have announced the inclusion of their under-21’s team in the Worksop Van Hire North Midlands Development Football League [NMDFL] for the coming season. Recent changes at Selby have seen the club welcome Dave Haddock back as club chairman
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New homes: 'Empty properties in York and unused brown sites should be used'
INSTEAD of eating into the Green Belt (and we need green to moderate climate change) empty properties in York and unused brown sites should be used for house building and conversion. Why are properties and sites left empty for years? Also, in building
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Family's 'shock and profound sadness' as man killed in B1229 crash is named
A family has paid tribute to a man who died in a crash on the B1229 near Bridlington. Antony Axham died after the red Triumph motorcycle he was riding crashed in Speeton Gate near Bridlington, at around 7.15pm on Sunday, July 7. The 42-year-old
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York teenager dies after incident in city centre
A TEENAGER has died in York after falling from scaffolding. At an inquest opening into the death of 19-year-old Harry William Calam in Northallerton this morning (July 9), coroner, Jon Heath said that he had died of a traumatic brain injury.
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'Shame on you all who didn't vote - apathy won this election'
SO it is a landslide victory for Labour. But who really won? Apathy won - the 44 per cent who couldn't or wouldn't be bothered to get up and cast a vote in this latest election that dictates the destiny of the county for the next five year's. The
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Bridal store set to open in York City Centre
A wedding dress specialist which was crowned as the ‘UK Bridal Retailer of the Year’ for 2024 is set to open a new store in York promising major savings on ‘one-off’ designer dresses. Off-The-Peg – part of the award-winning Dotty Bridal business
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Ringleader of dodgy builders feigned brain tumour in bid to avoid justice
The ‘brazen’ ringleader of a gang of dodgy builders feigned the impact of a brain tumour in a callous attempt to evade justice after ripping off more than 20 vulnerable people. David Mason would slur his words, walk with a limp and pretend to have
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Rogue trader who faked brain tumour forced to pay back £94,000
A ROGUE trader who faked the symptoms of a brain tumour to try and evade justice has been ordered to pay back more than £94,000. More than half the money will go to the victims of David Mason and his gang of cowboy builders who preyed on vulnerable
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UPDATE: 'Hundreds' hit as power cut affects village near York
A village west of York has been affected by a power cut. A call handler for Northern Powergrid said 767 homes were affected in and around Tockwith. The company said engineers were on site and it hoped supplies would be fully restored to all
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Man who beat partner 'black and blue' ordered to stay away from women
A MAN who dragged his partner out of a car and “beat her black and blue” in the street has been told to stay away from women in future. Keiran Walton, 29, attacked the York woman in front of witnesses at 8.30am and left her with “horrible” injuries
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York 'ghost signs' to be recorded in heritage project
Faded adverts once hand-painted onto the walls of York's buildings are being recorded as part of a heritage project. Researchers Maisie Wilson and Dr Tyson Mitman are on a mission to photograph all the remnants of old company slogans on buildings
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Forty years after the Minster fire - The Press recalls a day that shook York
Forty years ago today flames completely destroyed the South Transept roof of York Minster. However, without the heroic efforts of firefighters, one of the world's most historic buildings could have been lost completely. Ahead of the commemorative service
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Embrace the summer season with Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa
Make the most of summer days with the award-winning Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa in Leeds. From one-night spa breaks to sizzling summer-inspired dining with friends, it’s time to get out and enjoy the change of season. Soothing spa days Sit back
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Embrace the summer season with Middletons Hotel
Make the most of summer days with the award-winning Middletons Hotel in York. From one-night spa breaks to sizzling summer-inspired dining with friends, it’s time to get out and enjoy the change of season. Summer getaways – celebrate the season
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'I have done this, it's me' alleged murderer told police, jury hears
AN alleged murderer told police shortly after a fatal stabbing: “I have done this, it's me,” a jury heard. A forensic scientist told the jury Luke Miller, 23, was stabbed with a hunting style knife and that defendant Taylor Fenwick’s DNA was on
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Five people arrested in North Yorkshire town
FIVE people have been arrested by police in a North Yorkshire town. The Scarborough neighbourhood policing team arrested five people in Barrowcliff yesterday morning (July 8). North Yorkshire Police say officers from the operational support
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Arts exhibition draws inspiration from city’s archives and Victorian workhouse
A NEWSPAPER report of ‘irregularities’ in a York workhouse has provided inspiration for a new exhibition launching this weekend. Shush, Snip, Rip is a disability arts showcase taking place at Explore York Libraries and Archives in Museum Street
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‘I was gobsmacked’: fireman recalls seeing devastation of 1984 York Minster fire
A fireman who was on shift the morning after York Minster burst into flames in 1984 says he was “gobsmacked” to see the wreckage when he arrived on the scene. Dave Long, then 41, was arriving on July 9, 1984, after two decades in the service.
