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Strensall Common fire LIVE updates as smoke seen from 10 miles away
York fire crews were alerted to the fire around 3.30pm on Tuesday
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Major York church development SAVED as mystery donor offers £1.2 million
A major development at St Michael le Belfrey in York has been saved after a mystery donor offered to donate £1.2 million – the full shortfall the project faced after a government rule change.
Emmerdale fans think star is 'returning' to ITV soap to support Sarah Sugden
Fans of ITV soap Emmerdale think a character could return to the show after 4 years to support Sarah Sugden.
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What's the name of Peppa Pig's new baby sister? Mummy Pig gives birth
Find out the name of Peppa Pig's new baby sister as Mummy Pig gives birth - meet Evie
Police investigating two hoax 999 calls in York suburb
A POLICE investigation is underway after reports of two hoax call outs in Acomb.
Tip traffic is hurting our business - frustrated traders renew calls for action
Traders are renewing calls for action to tackle heavy traffic near Hazel Court tip in York which they say is harming business.
York to host new exhibition celebrating Britain's Black ballet dancers
York is set to host a new exhibition celebrating Britain's Black ballet dancers.
Witches' coven to gather in York for night of 'magical mayhem'
York’s Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel will host a night of 'magical mayhem', welcoming a witches' coven with elixirs, ritual sage blessings, and access to five enchanted rooms.
Plan for better walking and cycling routes set for approval
Comprehensive proposals for a local cycling and walking infrastructure plan in Whitby could be approved by North Yorkshire Council this week.
'If I die tomorrow then I've enjoyed it' - Mum on life since losing hands and feet
A York mother who lost her hands and feet after a month-long coma has spoken out about embracing her new life.
Opposition parties slam Labour's 'chaotic' handling of York parking charges
Proposals to lower some York parking charges following a backlash underscore City of York Council’s ruling Labour group’s chaotic handling of the issue, opposition groups have said.
University of York research sparks campaign plea to Prime Minister
The Government must urgently tackle the disproportionate impact of air pollution on marginalised groups and low-income families, campaigners have said.
Dance fitness group for mums set to launch in York next month
A dance fitness community group aimed at mums is set to launch in York next month.
University of York 3D scans 'once-in-a-generation' Iron Age hoard
The Yorkshire Museum has partnered with Heritage360 from the University of York to conduct 3D scanning of the Melsonby Hoard.
Public toilets in North Yorkshire market town get £30k makeover
Public toilets on Borogate in Helmsley, a historic market town in North Yorkshire, have undergone a £30,000 refurbishment.
'There has been a real buzz' - first for York school hailed a success
Hob Moor Oaks Academy in York has raised more than £3,200 after a 10K sponsored run round Knavesmire.
National park planners decide against objecting to gas drill site
North York Moors planners have decided against objecting to a controversial gas extraction test site near the national park boundary.
Man found dead in York - appeal for family
A MAN has been found dead at home in York - police are trying to trace his relatives.
Hundreds of extra homes planned for fast growing town near York
HUNDREDS more homes have been proposed for the fast-growing North Yorkshire town of Boroughbridge.
'Evil' paedophile who robbed children of their innocence is jailed for 25 years
A paedophile whose “evil” abuse affected children so badly psychologically they may need decades to recover has been given a 25-year jail term.