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New transport strategy for York won't be anti-car, say council chiefs
A draft strategy aiming to change York transport by freeing up roads for more bus, walking and cycling journeys will not come at the expense of drivers, council officials have said. Phasing traffic lights for pedestrian and cyclist road crossings
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Man needs surgery after being shoulder barged off bike in York
A man needed surgery after being shoulder barged off his bike on a York cycle path, police said. Now North Yorkshire Police has released a CCTV image of a man officers would like to speak to in connection with the incident. The force said the
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York meeting next week focusses on caring and carers
The York Older People’s Assembly stages its next Open meeting on Monday July 15 at 2pm in the Friends Meeting House in Friargate. The event is open to all and will feature a talk from Alison Wheatley of the York Careers Centre about the support
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Crash on major East Yorkshire roundabout cleared
A MAJOR roundabout on the road that links York and Hull has been cleared following a crash. The Shiptonthorpe roundabout, just outside Market Weighton, on A614 at A1079 York Road has been cleared following a crash. According to the AA, the
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Well-known York artist launches ghostly exhibition
Much-loved artist Mark Braithwaite, who’s spent more than three decades sketching and painting on the streets of York, has unveiled his latest masterpiece series. Called ‘Beneath the Sheets’, Mark invites viewers on a journey through the ghostly
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LEGAL COLUMN: York and North Yorkshire firms warned over new tips law!
Starting October 1st 2024, the new Allocation of Tips Law will come into effect, revolutionising the way tips are distributed in the workplace. This law ensures a fairer, more transparent system for all employees, guaranteeing that tips are shared
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York-raised Charlie Cresswell joins Toulouse 'project' from Leeds United
YORK-RAISED defender Charlie Cresswell has joined French side Toulouse on a permanent basis. After it was reported last week that Cresswell had initially failed to agree terms with the Ligue 1 side, recent movement has seen the centre-half complete
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Graduating soon? York restaurant among best for celebrations with loved ones
A restaurant in York with a “charming” dining space that also serves “the best gravy” has been revealed among the best in the UK for graduation celebrations with family and friends. Those gearing up to celebrate years of hard work might want to
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Top North Yorkshire hotel launches riverside restaurant
A TOP-RATED five-star hotel in the North Yorkshire countryside has launched its latest dining destination. The River Terrace at Grantley Hall, near Ripon, promises to further bolster the 47-bed hotel’s already impressive gastronomic offering and
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Clifton Alliance lead the table despite Castleford pressure
CLIFTON Alliance held their position at the top of the Yorkshire Premier League North after overcoming bottom-of-the-table Easingwold. A superb batting performance from Josh Tynan (107) was partnered by Matthew Hattee (58) and Bryn Llewellyn (45
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'Homely' North Yorkshire B&B named best in England for 2024 at national awards
A “homely” B&B in North Yorkshire where a “genuine welcome is always guaranteed” has been crowned among the UK’s very best. Mallard Grange in Ripon has won the ultimate title of Bed and Breakfast of the Year in England at the 2024 AA B&
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9 photos that show that we still love summer in York (despite the weather!)
ARE you loving summer? What summer you might ask as the rain continues to pour down throughout July. We challenged our Press Camera Club members to post their favourite summer photos for our monthly competition and are sharing some of these
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Supercars set to rev up North Yorkshire town again!
A HUNDRED of the most high-powered and high-value cars will be revving up a North Yorkshire town this weekend. Back for its fifth year, 'Supercars and coffee' event will take place at The Lenz in Hornbeam Park, Harrogate, on Sunday, July 14 from
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York firm 'among the best in the world'
AN IT services company in York has been recognised as one of the best in the world by computer software giant Microsoft. Simpson Associates of George Hudson Street has been recognised in the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards for using the ‘cloud
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Music legend of 80s and 90s performs hit after hit in nostalgia-fest for fans
Review & Photos: Paul Weller, Scarborough OAT, 7 July A REGULAR visitor to York, Paul Weller ventured a little further east last Sunday to play the first show of his career at Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre. The Modfather didn't disappoint
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Hetherington playing with renewed confidence at York Valkyrie after England debut
LINDSAY Anfield believes that Georgie Hetherington’s England debut has brought the utility a renewed confidence upon her return to York Valkyrie. The 26-year-old made her international bow alongside Valkyrie teammates Eboni Partington and Liv Wood
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Two people injured in crash in North Yorkshire
TWO people have been injured in a crash in North Yorkshire. As The Press reported at the time, there was a crash in Mains Lane near the crossroads to Castle Howard, Bulmer and Welburn at between 11.15am and 11.30am on Sunday (July 7) which involved
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Thief strikes at popular York shop
POLICE in York want to trace a woman after a theft from a popular city shop. North Yorkshire Police has issued a CCTV still of a woman they want to speak to following a theft at Give The Dog A Bone gift shop in Fossgate. Read next:
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York City learn fixtures for the 2024/25 Vanarama National League season
YORK City will begin their 2024/25 Vanarama National League campaign with a trip to the seaside, taking on Southend United. The National League fixtures for the 2024/25 season have been confirmed this afternoon, with a visit to Southend being how
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Top praise for York Park and Ride
The York Park and Ride says it has been given an overwhelming vote of confidence by customers. In the latest survey of users, nine out of 10 (93%) said they are satisfied with the service and with journey times into the city. The average journey
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New venue scores by hosting York Jobs Fair next week
The city’s popular Jobs Fair is coming to York Community Stadium for the first time to support local residents wanting to get back in to work, change job or kick start their career. Next Tuesday, July 16, between 11am – 2pm, a range of employers
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Singer teams up with city business for York cruise concert
A YORK singer songwriter is set to take to a city river for his latest gig. Alistair Griffin's Ignite Concerts have announced a Gin & Sonic Cruise on the River Ouse on Thursday, August 15. Read next: York business plans expansion
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Great Yorkshire Show returns with a top-level blessing
THE Great Yorkshire show has returned for its 165th year. Despite the great British weather on Tuesday, July 9, the sold-out show got off to a flying start with bees, fashion, gardens and a triumphant return for the popular People’s Choice classes
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General Election result - 'case for some form of proportional representation'
GROUCHO Marx famously said “I would never join any club that would have the likes of me as a member”. I am not, and never have been, a member of any political party. I prefer to think for myself. I do not vote for a party. I vote for a policy.
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Tadcaster Albion suffer late loss in home return to Brighouse
TADCASTER Albion's return to the Young Guns Arena ended in a 2-1 defeat to higher-division Brighouse Town. Tadcaster Albion played their second pre-season match on Friday evening against Northern Premier League side Brighouse Town, who were fortunate
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York business plans expansion into major city this year
THE owners of a top York restaurant have released further details of plans to open a stunning new venue in a major city. Cut & Craft, which has restaurants in York and Leeds, now plans to open in Manchester later this year. Read next:
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Northern Diamonds hopeful of continuing sparkling form at York
LAST week, at Headingley, Sterre Kalis vice-captained the Netherlands in a 50-over friendly against her Northern Diamonds team-mates. She was expecting some playful on-field banter, which never really arrived. Well, it may just come today instead
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Popular York city centre venue given go-ahead for major expansion
Plans to expand York’s Judge’s Lodging into two neighbouring historical buildings to create more rooms have been approved. The development will see the hotel, in Lendal, expand into Lendal House and the derelict Joseph Terry House. Plans approved
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Pickering Town's pre-season clash with ex-Prem side abandoned
PICKERING Town's long-awaited pre-season friendly with Bradford City fell victim to the weather, and was abandoned after 65 minutes. The Pikes welcomed Sky Bet League Two side Bradford to Mill Lane in their third match of pre-season, with the visitors
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'Gareth Southgate must be rated very highly to keep the top job for 8 years'
RE Peter Rickaby's comments regarding the England manager Gareth Southgate and his performance as the England manager over the last eight years. Perhaps Mr Rickaby should read the poem by Rudyard Kipling before offering such a critical letter .
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Thieves strike in York street
THIEVES have struck in a York street. North Yorkshire Police say a motorbike has been stolen from the car park of Heron House, Brinkworth Terrace, off Lawrence Street just outside the Bar Walls in York between 11am and 9pm on Saturday (July 6).
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Leaking roofs could put future of historic museum in York at risk
Leaks from the Yorkshire Museum’s roofs have seen water get into cabinets housing Roman objects, with its future in its current Grade I-listed home at risk according to its operators. Plans from York Museums Trust lodged with City of York Council
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Alleged killer searched on internet for knives, jury told
A YOUNG man accused of stabbing his friend to death had been searching the internet for knives, a jury has heard. Forensic tests revealed that Taylor Fenwick, 22, had been drinking alcohol in the hours leading up to Luke Miller’s death and also
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Bid to open hotel distillery and gin school in York takes major step
A distillery in a York hotel’s former swimming pool building where people will be able to make their own gin has taken its next step with a licence application. York Gin’s York Distillery would open at Middletons Hotel, in Skeldergate, this summer
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Archbishop of York supports 'compromise' over same-sex marriage in clergy
The Archbishop of York has spoken in support of a "compromise" in proposals to allow same-sex marriage in the clergy. The Church of England's General Synod members met at the University of York this week, from July 5 to July 9. The General
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Major York employer commits to its future in city
One of York’s largest employers has pledged to keep production of an iconic chocolate bar in the city. Bosses at Nestle say they are committed to making Kit Kats and other products in York. York is one of three Nestle sites in the UK, the others
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Plans for £20m redevelopment of North Yorkshire town to be sent to Government
Plans for a £20 million redevelopment of a North Yorkshire town - including improvements to the town centre, transport, and public spaces - are set to be sent to the Government. Scarborough is one of 55 towns across England, Scotland and Wales
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Celebrations as North Yorkshire school turns fortunes around
A NORTH Yorkshire village primary school that was once in special measures has been rated as 'good' by inspectors. Stillington Primary School, near Easingwold, which has 32 pupils, school has been graded good by Ofsted with inspectors describing
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Council defends launch of green bin charge amid claims of 'cynical' timing
CITY of York Council’s Labour administration has hit back over opposition claims the rollout of the green waste subscription service was timed to avoid a ward by-election defeat. The subscription service with an annual fee of £46.50 was launched