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• Sure-footed Subaru Outback proves it's a car for all seasons

  19-01-2025 22:41
  
  THE RECENT cold snap brought challenging driving conditions to many parts of the UK – an ideal time to be in the company of a very capable 4x4.
  
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• Fire officer called to burnt out car which hadn't been reported

  19-01-2025 19:03
  
  Time: 08:21 Location: Welburn A fire officer attended a road to investigate reports from police of a car fire which was burnt out. Fire Control haven’t had any calls over the last 24 hours reporting a car fire. The officer attended and found that the car had been involved in an RTC having collided with a number of things before coming to rest in a field. The fire was fully extinguished an no persons on scene at time of our attendance. Incident left with police due to possible deliberate ig
  
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• Motorbike fire spreads to car in Malton Market Place

  19-01-2025 18:53
  
  A fire crew from Malton attended a report of a motorbike on fire in the town's Market Place at 4.43pm this afternoon.
  
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• Tried Lush’s Bath Bot? My out-of-body experience that banished the January blues

  19-01-2025 18:14
  
  I tried Lush's new Bath Bot - a water-resistant speaker bringing an explosion of immersive colour and sound - why I was transported out of this world.
  
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• Thieves target several cars overnight in north York

  19-01-2025 17:45
  
  We are investigating several vehicle interferences that occurred in the early hours of this morning (19/01/2025) in the Rawcliffe area of York.
  
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• Family ask for help in finding Les - missing for a month

  19-01-2025 16:32
  
  The family of an 85-year-old man missing for a month have made a plea for him to be found.
  
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• 1,800 brave the cold to run York area's first big road race of 2025

  19-01-2025 16:00
  
  Temperatures close to zero failed to deter 1,800 men and women aged 18 to 78 from completing a half marathon in and around York today.
  
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• How to remove tough yellow toilet seat stains - 65p hack leaves them 'spotless'

  19-01-2025 14:24
  
  Find out how to remove tough yellow toilet seat stains using 65p hack which leaves them 'spotless', according to Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips members.
  
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• Robber attacks convenience store employee

  19-01-2025 13:24
  
  Police are hunting an early morning robber who punched a shop worker in the face.
  
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• Police issue second wanted notice for man in four days

  19-01-2025 13:09
  
  North Yorkshire Police have issued the second wanted notice in four days for a York man.
  
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• Wanted: two young York men suspected of burglary

  19-01-2025 12:54
  
  Police are urging the public to help them catch two suspected burglars from York.
  
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• Arrested: two young York men suspected of burglary

  19-01-2025 12:54
  
  Police are urging the public to help them catch two suspected burglars from York.
  
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• Shoplifter jailed in recent cases at York Magistrates Court

  19-01-2025 11:44
  
  A shoplifter and a man who armed himself with a hammer were among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.
  
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• 9 of the best sunny holiday destinations Brits can enjoy this February

  19-01-2025 11:07
  
  If you're looking for a sunny winter getaway this February, here are nine of the best destinations around the world, including Dubai, Sydney and more.
  
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• Expert call centre hacks to haggle for money off contracts and renewals

  19-01-2025 11:03
  
  From Martin Lewis' tips for the best ways to haggle, to expert phrases that'll get you a discount, here's how to make your money go further
  
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• Optician reveals 20-second hack that could reverse eye damage from screen time

  19-01-2025 10:56
  
  An optician has shared a 20-second hack that could help you look after your eyes if you use screens a lot and have damaged your eyes.
  
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• Member of public calls firefighters out - to deal with burglary

  19-01-2025 10:02
  
  Firefighters had to deal with a case of mistaken identity when they responded to a 999 call early this morning.
  
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• 'I got the final till receipt' - how York man got memento to treasure forever

  19-01-2025 09:31
  
  How a York man got memento to treasure forever - the final till receipt at Sainsbury's in Foss Bank.
  
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• All to know on why TikTok has been banned in the US and if it'll happen in the UK

  19-01-2025 08:26
  
  TikTok has been banned in the United States and some might start questioning if it'll end up happening in the UK as well
  
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• 'What happened to this lad; did he join the Army?' Recognise boy from 1970s?

  19-01-2025 08:17
  
  An ex soldier wonders what happened to this lad from a photo taken at Knavesmire in the early 1970s? Recognise him?
  
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• Forget National Identity cards - why not microchip humans like we do for pets?

  19-01-2025 08:13
  
  Forget National Identity cards - why not microchip humans just as we do pets, says our letter writer. What do you think?
  
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• Do you recognise this parade of shops in York? It looks different today

  19-01-2025 07:00
  
  Changing York: see how this parade of shops in York looks different today
  
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• York pub 'over the moon' to be named among 50 best in Europe

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  The European Bar Guide has named a York pub among its top 50 pubs in Europe for 2025.
  
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• 'We’re not standing still' - York theatre shares plans to mark 90th year

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  York's Joseph Rowntree Theatre theatre ‘won’t be standing still’ as it approaches its 90th anniversary in 2025 with celebrations of their community connections and heritage.
  
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• Surprise ball for York coffee shop owner's cancer 'all-clear' anniversary

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  Sisters Elle Robertson-Burn and Molly Burn decided to celebrate the five-year anniversary of their mother, Theresa, being clear of head, neck and throat cancer.
  
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• Site of Iron Age settlement in North Yorkshire damaged by illegal off-roading

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  The area close to Hackness and thought to date back around 2,500 years has suffered damage including severe rutting, churn up and disturbance to the ground.
  
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• Shop owner says he will do his best to prevent alcohol-related nuisance behaviour

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  A Heslington shop owner has said he will do his best to prevent nuisance behaviour from alcohol sales after being granted a licence amid concerns from residents.
  
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• North Yorkshire beach walk with 'best' tea and cake spot among best for winter

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  Find out why this circular beach walk at Robin Hood's Bay, North Yorkshire is among the UK's loveliest during winter.
  
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• Historic York riverside building could be converted into restaurant

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  A Grade I-listed 18th Century building by the River Ouse in York could be set for a new lease of life as a restaurant under a newly-lodged licensing application.
  
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• 'Game-changing' new fleet could be on its way for York-based rail firm

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  Rail operator Northern Trains has shared plans to begin a "game-changing" investment, which would see 450 new energy efficient trains added to their fleet.
  
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• Council leader urges chancellor to rethink inheritance tax changes on farms

  19-01-2025 06:00
  
  The leader of North Yorkshire Council has urged the Chancellor to rethink planned inheritance tax changes on farms, saying the industry should be supported, not given fresh challenges.
  
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• Drivers reminded of lane closure on busy York street

  19-01-2025 05:00
  
  From Monday, January 20 the left-hand lane in Queen Street approach to the Micklegate and Blossom Street Junction will be closed.
  
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