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 carried out a riverbank rescue early today after a man jumped into the Ouse from Ouse Bridge in York. Honeymoon pair abandoned pets

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. Tributes to former personnel manager

A former personnel manager at Marks & Spencer in York has died after a long and brave fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Ali's a WWWeightwatcher

When slimmer Ali Smith craved cakes and chocolate she and fellow dieters chatted on the Internet to stop each other from raiding the fridge. Pipes tested in gas blaze probe

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. Animal home full of unwanted pets

York's animal shelter is packed out with unwanted cats and dogs who now need new homes. Cancer victim's close shave for charity

Cancer patient June Buckley had a close shave to help raise money for breast cancer care. Lollipop ladies who can't be licked

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.

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