Latest News
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GCSE results day has arrived for pupils across York, North and East Yorkshire.
LIVE The GCSE results are out today (August 21), while A-level and AS results were released last Thursday (August 14
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New plans for a solar farm and battery plant in the North Yorkshire countryside have attracted criticism from residents over the use of agricultural land.
A planning application for a 49.9MW solar scheme and a 10MW battery energy storage system (BESS) has been filed with North Yorkshire Council for fields off Brownmoor Lane, south west of Sutton-on-the-Forest, near Easingwold.
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A new shop has opened in a village near York selling skateboards and scooters, a venture that could lead to York having a new indoor skatepark.
Dan Tyssen, 34, from Dringhouses, York, has been skating since he was eight.
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ONE of York’s busiest streets could be set for a new shop after the 15-year tenure of an alcoholic drinks, oils and vinegars stockist ended.
City of York Council received an application for listed building consent from Jamie Roche of Sora Workshop Ltd for the vacant site of the former Il Gusto in Low Petergate.
Community News
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York’s new hub for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities gets new name
SEND CENTRAL has been chosen as the name for York’s new city hub for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
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Support available for exam students
With Key Stage 5 results and Key Stage 4 results due over the next few days [14 August and 21 August, respectively], City of York Council is reminding young people about the support available at this important time.
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Benenden Health supports Paralympian Sophia Warner's 'Superhero Series' events
The private healthcare provider’s support will provide funding for 15 free places for disability schools and clubs to attend its sporting events.
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Bosun’s Restaurant Awarded Two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence
Bosun’s Restaurant, located at The Riverfront York in Bishipthorpe on the banks of the River Ouse, has been awarded two AA Rosettes by the AA’s team of expert inspectors, recognising its outstanding culinary standards, creativity, and consistency.
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City of York Council launches public consultation on Anti-Poverty Strategy
City of York Council is inviting residents, businesses and community organisations to help shape its new Anti-Poverty Strategy, with a public consultation now open.
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46-year-old discovery connects generations of craftsmanship
Conservation works at Bootham Bar have uncovered a nostalgic piece of York’s history: a 1979 cigarette packet and 10p coin hidden beneath the lead roofing, left by workers during roof drainage repairs nearly half a century ago.
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Mansion House reopens tomorrow on its 300th anniversary, as repairs help conserve it for future generations
York Mansion House, the 300-year-old home of the Lord Mayor, reopens its doors tomorrow (Wednesday 6 August) as the first phase of a £1.3 million restoration project completes, and as the final phase begins.
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York BID launches ‘Support York’ initiative during Bootham Bar Conservation Works
York BID launches ‘Support York’ initiative during Bootham Bar Conservation Works
Podcasts & Interviews
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LET ME CALL MY MANAGER
The Grand Perspective
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JONATHAN COWAP'S MORNING EDITION
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ASK THE LEADERS
JONATHAN COWAP WITH RACHAEL MASKELL ON LOSING THE LABOUR PARTY WHIP
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LET ME CALL MY MANAGER
The Commitment to Kindness