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Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
British Gas could pay up to £750 off energy bills for UK households - how to apply
The British Gas Energy Trust runs two separate funds aimed to help people pay off their energy bills.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
York student tells of escape from Taliban and 'one of worst place in world'
AN Afghan student studying for a Ph.D at the University of York has described how he and his family fled for their lives from the Afghan capital Kabul after the Taliban took control last August.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:47:40 +0000
NORTH YORKSHIRE: Commissioner proposes levying maximum permitted council tax rise
THE POLICE commissioner for North Yorkshire and York has announced her intention to levy the maximum council tax rise permitted, despite the cost of living crisis and the force already having the fourth highest policing precept level in England.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:45:14 +0000
Award-winning Russell Kane set for gig at York Barbican
AN AWARD-WINNING comedian is bringing his "gut-punch funny, searing, award-winning," take on the two years we’ve just gone through to York this December.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:40:00 +0000
York Ice Trail 2022 set to return in March
THE first sculpture has been revealed ahead of a festival due to return to York.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:29:29 +0000
NORTH YORK MOORS: National park’s budget hailed ‘a triumph’
A NATIONAL park authority which has seen its government grant dwindle to just 42 per cent of its income has unveiled a plan to focus its efforts and resources on mitigating the impacts of climate change, increasing biodiversity and improving the na...

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:23:59 +0000
Tesco announce major change to UK stores amid 'changes in customer habits'
The changes will impact stores where it has seen “lowest demand” and added it will shut seven of its 13 Jack’s discount stores.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:30:00 +0000
Could you look after a puppy for 1 year to help Guide Dogs?
CALLING all dog-lovers in York. Do you think you could look after a puppy to help the charity Guide Dogs and people with sight loss in York?

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Don’t the Met police have anything better to do?
Why on earth are the Met police getting involved with the daft goings on at no.10? Surely they have more important things to investigate!

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:07:30 +0000
Boy injured in Catterick Garrison attack
A 14-YEAR-OLD boy has been injured in an attack.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 06:45:43 +0000
Firefighters called in to Layerthorpe, York, after Storm Corrie
FIREFIGHTERS were called out to a house close to York city centre.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 06:30:00 +0000
Covid, cancer and getting to see your GP
Saturday’s Press discloses the tragic result of the pandemic lockdowns (Hundreds of cancer cases diagnosed late, The Press, January 29) We were told over and over not to contact our GP unless it was absolutely necessary - and there was little chanc...

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:50:00 +0000
Plan to close B&B and open salon near York
A BED & BREAKFAST that operates alongside a caravan site looks set to close, if plans come to fruition.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:37:00 +0000
'Downsizer' flats plan for former York vicarage
EIGHT flats are planned in a former York vicarage now used for offices.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
New babies - Oh boy! Time to meet York's new citizens
OH boy! Aren't this trio adorable?

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:05:00 +0000
Growing York firm to help developers and the planet
A York ‘nature restoration’ business has just recruited 15 staff as it expects business to blossom by showing developers how their project must benefit the environment if they are to gain planning approval.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:05:00 +0000
'Gutless and dishonest' hit and run driver banned for cannabis offence
A hit and run driver who left two pensioners with spinal injuries in the wreckage of their car has been banned for cannabis driving while on bail.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Calls for 'action now' to improve Front Street in Acomb
A CALL has been made to speed up planned investment in one of York’s high streets.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:54:58 +0000
Black Sheep Brewery tackles new beer to back England in Six Nations
A BREWERY in North Yorkshire has announced the launch of a new English Pale Ale in support of England’s attempt to regain the Six Nations Championship.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:43:00 +0000
Young Selby writer set to publish third book of thrilling trilogy
A TALENTED young writer has plans to conclude a thrilling series of books.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:29:34 +0000
Measles on rise in children as poor uptake in MMR jab
The highly infectious disease can lead to serious complications including encephalitis and pneumonia.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:30:37 +0000
York divided on whether Boris should quit as PM
YORK people have slammed PM Boris Johnson for his 'complete lack of leadership' over the partying culture in Downing Street and other government offices during the pandemic.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:15:13 +0000
Government plans to scrap mandatory Covid jabs for health workers
The Government plans to scrap the requirement for health and social care workers in England to be vaccinated against coronavirus to continue in their roles following a consultation.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:05:14 +0000
Motorbike set on fire in Lumley Road in York
A MOTORBIKE was set on fire in a residential street.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:54:47 +0000
York appeal to find man and woman after thefts at Monk’s Cross
CCTV images have been released of a man and woman following distraction thefts at a retail park.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:41:08 +0000
Barlby High School: Damning report finds 'bullying and homophobic abuse'
OFSTED inspectors have issued a damning report about a Selby school after they were told about frequent bullying, homophobic abuse and pupils feeling unsafe.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:30:00 +0000
Vitoria York restaurant explains food hygiene score of zero
A YORK restaurant that scored zero on a food hygiene inspection has spoken out.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:20:47 +0000
Serial shoplifter jailed for targeting Boots and other shops
A serial shoplifter has been jailed for nearly nine months.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:25:25 +0000
Man arrested after crash at Tennant's auction house, Leyburn
A MAN has been arrested after a car crashed in to an auction house this afternoon (January 31).

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0000
York drivers going green with ultra low emission vehicles
YORK has seen a surge in motorists going green and driving electric cars.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:18:32 +0000
Boris Johnson’s announcement following Sue Gray report sparks further calls to resign
Boris Johnson faced shouts of “resign” from Opposition MPs as he addressed the Commons.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:08:06 +0000
Plans to convert derelict pub spark village opposition
THE part-owner of a derelict pub has claimed the local village is too small to support its reopening after submitting plans to convert the historic building.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:27:09 +0000
York Museum Gardens tower work underway
WORK is ongoing at an historic York site.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:39:49 +0000
National Hot Chocolate Day - Items from Hotel Chocolat, Whittard, Aldi and more
Here's a range of hot chocolate items that'll make that sofa day extra special.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:51:11 +0000
York Askham Bar Covid-19 vaccination site on reduced hours
YORK Covid vaccination centre has scaled back its opening hours.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:02:28 +0000
Sue Gray report: Key points expected to be discussed in Boris Johnson announcement
The 12-page report has been published on the government website.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:36:22 +0000
Sue Gray Report: Read the report in full about Boris Johnson party allegations
The 12-page report has been published on the government website.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:05:00 +0000
Vitoria restaurant in York rated zero in food hygiene
A YORK restaurant has been ordered to carry out major improvements after scoring zero in a food hygiene inspection.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:30:00 +0000
What would happen if a nuclear bomb detonated on York?
WOULD you want to know what would happen if York was hit by a nuclear bomb?

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:24:58 +0000
Firefighters leave incident in Coney Street, York
FIREFIGHTERS are dealing with an incident on one of the main shopping streets York city centre.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:13:35 +0000
Harrogate police hunt man thought to be carrying a firearm
AN investigation is underway after a man, believed to be carrying a firearm, is being sought by police.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:36:28 +0000
A1M crash: man charged with drink driving after HGV crash
A MAN has been charged with drink driving after he reportedly fell asleep at the wheel of a n HGV and crashed into the central reservation of a motorway.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:12:18 +0000
Harry's 'Grand Yorkshire Night Out' with news rival Christine
THEY were rivals for much of their career - one fronting the BBC's Look North, the other ITV's Calendar News.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:08:40 +0000
Police target speeding drivers in York and North Yorkshire
A MAJOR road through York is one of the worst places in and around the city for speeding.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:51:44 +0000
Boris Johnson announcement expected today after receiving Sue Gray report
The Prime Minister insisted “I stick absolutely to what I’ve said in the past” when questioned about his reported denials of any wrongdoing.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:05:00 +0000
Storm Malik: garage roof blown off in Hope Street, York
A ROOF has been blown off in York.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:45:04 +0000
East Yorkshire work project supported by East Riding Council
A PROJECT in the Humber is being supported by many in East Yorkshire

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:55:59 +0000
York Local Plan set to take step forward
YORK'S long-awaited Local Plan, looks set to take a significant step forward.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:33:15 +0000
Sue Gray Downing Street Lockdown Party report to be published 'soon'
The report on the alleged lockdown parties in Dowing Street is expected soon from the Senior Whitehall official.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:23:49 +0000
COVID UK: Government 'U-turn' on mandatory Covid vaccines for NHS and care workers
Sajid Javid has been facing pressure to scrap the requirement in fears of staff shortages.



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