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Tourists 'horrified' by dirty York: 'It looks like someone’s uncared backyard'
Two tourists 'have been in touch and said they were horrified' by dirty York, adding the city 'looks like someone’s uncared back yard' - and needs a clean-up
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Main road in North Yorkshire reopens following field fire
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire has reopened following a field fire.
Warning to prevent 'catastrophe' as moorland fire enters fifth day
Crews remain at the scene of a major fire on the North York Moors for a fifth day as warnings are put in place to prevent a 'catastrophe'.
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Village pub near York re-opens tomorrow following 'sudden' closure last month
A village pub in Green Hammerton, near York, which closed ‘suddenly,’ will be back open tomorrow.
York detectives want words with these 15 faces after huge brawl
There had been a fight in York city centre
Row erupts over giant 'eyesore' sign on listed wall in York
A ROW has blown up over an 'eyesore' sign that's appeared on a listed wall at Vita Student York in Lawrence Street.
When will Rachael Maskell do the honourable thing and resign?
When will Rachael Maskell do the honourable thing and resign asks our letter writer
Man wanted after ‘gold’ necklace sold in North Yorkshire
A man is wanted by police after a ‘gold’ necklace was sold to a member of the public in Tadcaster.
York tech expert urges firms to try AI
Artificial intelligence promises to give small firms as much brainpower as the largest corporation, says York tech expert Craig Duffy.
Man wanted for malicious communications in York
North Yorkshire Police has issued an image of a man they need to speak to as part of an investigation into malicious communications.
Dollhouse-like tissue box covers showcased at Georgian Festival
Miniature historical house tissue box covers were showcased at York's recent Georgian Festival.
On this day: North Yorkshire maritime hub gets go-ahead despite objections
One year ago today, it was reported that the controversial construction of Whitby’s Maritime Hub was unanimously approved by councillors despite dozens of objections.
York winner for 'Indian restaurant of the year' in English Curry Awards 2025
Bombay Spice in Goodramgate, York, has been judged ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year.’
FIRST LOOK: Enjoying the craic at York's newest Irish bar
Drinkers of all ages are enjoying the craic at York’s newest Irish Bar - Katie O'Brien's.
Spectacular fireworks and drone display to light up the night
A sky-high spectacle is set to light up the night.
Moonlit walk to celebrate York hospice’s 40th year
A popular walk is returning to celebrate a York hospice’s 40th year.
'I'm not going anywhere' - York restaurant stays put as building goes on sale
We report on a new look for popular York Indian restaurant Mumbai Lounge in Fossgate
Ministry of Defence advises public to take care in York village
People have been advised to avoid a large area of a York village this summer.
New Starbucks drive-through and Greggs approved despite concerns
A new Starbucks drive-through and a Greggs bakery can be opened on a ‘derelict’ site in Scarborough following the approval of plans.
Warning issued to York businesses after late night theft
Police have warned businesses in one area of York to be on their guard after a late-night theft.