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Kids most likely to twag in these Yorkshire areas as 'far too many' skip school
The government keep raising fines - but teachers urge to look at causes, from term time holiday prices to poverty

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Air pollution killed in every Yorkshire area in single year - full list of deadly hotspots
An environmental organisation said growing evidence of the risks air pollution poses to health shows the Government must do more to protect people from dangerous pollutants


Trust running major Yorkshire hospitals among worst places to work in England
Bosses have said they've heard 'loud and clear that we have a long way to go'

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Top village social club wins again with York CAMRA
York CAMRA chairman Chris Tregellis toasta another successful win with Martin Scott, chairman, and Dawn Paylor, secretary of the Bishopthorpe Sports and Social Club.
HMRC Child Benefit increase next week confirmed for millions of families
Families who claim Child Benefit will see an increase in their payment next week, says HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
North Yorkshire MP launches campaign to dual-track York-Knaresborough line
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has launched a campaign to dual the railway line between York and Knaresborough.
York Marks and Spencer café set to reopen – with new look
The café at York’s flagship Marks and Spencer store in Parliament Street is set to reopen – with a new look.
North Yorkshire town launches digital trail - with pixies!
The North Yorkshire market town of Pickering has recruited a community of pixies to help guide people around its historic landmarks and places of interest.
Wanted North Yorkshire man arrested by police
Michael Kellett, 43, who was wanted for questioning about several offences, has been arrested by North Yorkshire Police.
York LGBTQ+ shop closes after homophobic abuse... as gay bar opens in its place
Two York shop owners Claire and Xander have responded to homophobic abuse by closing down their shop… and opening a bar in its place.
April subscriber prizes: Easter treats, golf break and festival tickets up for grabs
Subscribers are in with a chance of winning a range of seasonal prizes this April, from handcrafted chocolate selections and golf experiences to music festival tickets.
'We’ve got to break that cycle': York and North Yorkshire crime plan launches
Stopping people falling into a cycle of crime will be central to North Yorkshire Police’s priorities going forward under plans launched by the county’s mayor and policing spokesperson.
Close to £1 million for major flood defence scheme to protect York homes
Luke Charters has welcomed a Government announcement that it is putting £937,000 towards the Fulford Flood Scheme.
UPDATE: North Yorkshire pub destroyed in major blaze
A pub near Knaresborough has suffered '100 per cent fire damage' following a major blaze this morning.
What garden fence am I legally responsible for in the UK? All to know
The law around who owns which fence can be rather blurry in the UK with many popular misconceptions confusing homeowners up and down the country.
How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK?
Fences are a common way to divide property lines in residential areas of the UK. However, there are restrictions in place on how tall these can be.
Two cars crash on major North Yorkshire road
Two cars have crashed on the A1 in North Yorkshire, prompting a police appeal.
Nationwide is offering a £175 bonus to customers, but you need to apply quickly
Want £175? Nationwide gives switchers a bonus to join, but the offer ends tonight. There's still chance to grab a bonus - if you're quick
How is car tax changing? HMRC rates updated - is yours going up?
Major changes to car tax vehicle excise duty (VED) will be introduced this week. Here's what you need to know, and a Martin Lewis hack
Millions to get pay rise of up to £1,400 from today - what to know
The pay rise for more than 3 million workers comes as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase