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• Pier closed after car enters sea and overturns in Scarborough

  08-05-2025 23:25 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  An investigation is underway in Scarborough after a car entered the sea from Vincent’s Pier in the South Bay
  
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• Man rescued after car plunges into sea from pier

  08-05-2025 23:10 via bbc.com
  A man is taken to hospital after being pulled from a car in the sea at Scarborough's South Bay.
  
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• Car reported to have entered sea at Scarborough Harbour

  08-05-2025 21:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A car is reported to have entered the sea at Scarborough harbour.
  
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• Archbishop of York speaks of 'great joy' of new Pope's election

  08-05-2025 21:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Archbishop of York has welcomed the election of Pope Leo XIV and said he looks forward to working with him.
  
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• Harrogate Town release five players after 2024-25

  08-05-2025 19:42 via bbc.com
  Harrogate Town release forward James Daly, midfielders Dean Cornelius, Stephen Dooley and Matty Daly as well as defender Matty Foulds.
  
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• Listen to BBC Radio York Harrogate Town special

  08-05-2025 19:33 via bbc.com
  Listen to a Harrogate Town special from 1800-1900 BST on Thursday, 8 May on BBC Radio York.
  
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• One-man crime wave jailed after police ask public to help find him

  08-05-2025 19:24 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A one-man crime wave is today back behind bars serving a prison sentence after police asked the public to help them find him.
  
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• Son in coma after promotion parade tree fall - mum

  08-05-2025 19:08 via bbc.com
  Ed O'Brien was seriously hurt in the fall during Leeds United's city centre parade on Monday.
  
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• Thief strikes at petrol station in North Yorkshire

  08-05-2025 18:38 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A THIEF has struck following food and alcohol thefts from Pannal Service Station in Leeds Road, Harrogate
  
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• New pope set to be elected after two days of voting in the Vatican

  08-05-2025 18:37 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A new pope is set to be elected after white smoke was released from the Sistine Chapel chimney following two days of voting.
  
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• Dog attacked by ‘very large black Rottweiler cross’ at North Yorkshire castle

  08-05-2025 18:37 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A dog has been attacked at a historic North Yorkshire landmark.
  
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• Top comedian calls off York comedy show - due to take place this weekend

  08-05-2025 18:19 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Top comedian Jason Manford has cancelled his May 10 gig at York Barbican just days before he was due on stage.
  
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• Why this York pub is the apple of CAMRA's eye

  08-05-2025 18:18 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Slip Inn at Clementhorpe has tripled its range of ciders since it received a top award for the quality of its offering.
  
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• York scooter and motorcycle clubs unite for VE Day run

  08-05-2025 18:10 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Scooter and motorcycle clubs in York united for a special run marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
  
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• Man jailed for £40,000 theft from cash machines

  08-05-2025 17:55 via bbc.com
  Florin Ivascu, 40, worked alongside Andrei Matei, 35, to steal from ATMs across England.
  
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• 'It was incredibly hard to pick a winner' - York VE Day competition winner revealed

  08-05-2025 17:24 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York Outer MP Luke Charters held an art competition for city schools in the run up to the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
  
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• York city centre residents celebrate VE Day with street party

  08-05-2025 17:15 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Postern Close Association has laid on a street party as the nation celebrated on the 80th anniversary of VE Day today (May 8).
  
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• A celebration of clothing creativity at its finest returns to York

  08-05-2025 17:02 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York Fashion Week 2025 Part One returns to the city today (Thur) showcasing clothing creativity at its best.
  
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• 3 North Yorkshire B&Bs by the seaside crowned among UK's best at national awards

  08-05-2025 16:43 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Three coastal B&Bs in Scarborough and Whitby have been crowned winners at the 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards, among UK's best.
  
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• Supermarket assault in North Yorkshire - police try to trace victim

  08-05-2025 15:58 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  POLICE are trying to trace the alleged victim of an assault at the Sainsbury's supermarket in Abbey Walk in Selby.
  
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• Woman's death being treated as suspicious

  08-05-2025 15:33 via bbc.com
  A man, 53, was arrested after the discovery of the woman's body at a property in York, police say.
  
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• Overnight parking proposed for park and ride sites

  08-05-2025 15:17 via bbc.com
  City of York Council has launched a month-long consultation over a series of proposed changes.
  
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• Woman in 60s found dead at York home – one arrest as police probe ‘suspicious death’

  08-05-2025 15:07 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested after a woman in her 60s was reportedly found dead at a home in Albert Street, York, North Yorkshire Police said.
  
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• Coast to Coast passport to inspire walkers

  08-05-2025 14:57 via bbc.com
  Walkers can pick up stamps from 29 locations along the route, which ends in North Yorkshire.
  
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• Archbishop of York warns ‘good’ that came after VE Day is now ‘under threat again’

  08-05-2025 14:34 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Archbishop of York has warned the “good” resulting from the Second World War is “under threat” as the King led the nation in commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
  
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• Dog bites man in North Yorkshire village

  08-05-2025 14:14 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A MAN has been bitten in a dog attack in Thornborough near Knaresborough.
  
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• RECAP: Woman in 60s found dead at York home - man arrested in police probe

  08-05-2025 13:32 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested after a woman in her 60s was reportedly found dead at a home in Albert Street, police said. Multiple police vehicles and paramedics swooped in the street, close to Walmgate, shortly before 11.30am today. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said officers are investigating the “suspicious death” but “believe it was an isolated incident with no wider threat to the community”.
  
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• LIVE: Residential York street cordoned off as police and paramedics swoop

  08-05-2025 13:32 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Police and paramedics have swopped in Albert Street, York, in what appears to be an ongoing incident. Multiple police vehicles are on the scene with the street cordoned off. Residents have said they are being told by police to remain indoors.
  
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• 'I come back to France to say hello to comrades who didn't make it home'

  08-05-2025 13:22 via bbc.com
  Ken Cooke, now aged 99, was part of D-Day operations in 1944 - he is back in Normandy for VE Day.
  
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• Police and paramedics swoop in York street – cordon in place

  08-05-2025 13:21 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Police and paramedics have swooped in Albert Street, York, during what appears to be an ongoing incident.
  
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• Global home furnishing giant set for debut opening in York

  08-05-2025 13:17 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  City of York Council has approved proposed signage for an IKEA unit in one of the city's retail parks.
  
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• York 'mini village' among Britain's best places to downsize - want to move here?

  08-05-2025 13:10 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  This suburb of York in North Yorkshire has been named among the best places to downsize to in Britain, according to property experts.
  
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• Harrogate all trimmed up as it celebrates VE Day

  08-05-2025 12:35 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  New artwork, installations and projections can now be seen around Harrogate as part of the town’s VE Day 80th anniversary commemorations.
  
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• North Yorkshire pub set to close this month despite community ownership bid

  08-05-2025 12:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Scarborough’s Cask Inn is set to close later this month despite a campaign for community ownership of the pub.
  
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• Burglars steal designer item from home in North Yorkshire town

  08-05-2025 12:25 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Burglars have struck at a home in Harrogate, taking a designer handbag and other items.
  
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• Slingsby: People flock to village to see scarecrow trail

  08-05-2025 12:22 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  This year's Slingsby Scarecrow trail organised by Friends of Slingsby School had a bumper 34 scarecrow entries to find around the village.
  
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• Aldi calls on public to suggest sites as it eyes York and North Yorkshire towns

  08-05-2025 12:13 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  MAJOR retailer Aldi is calling on the public to help it find suitable sites across York and North Yorkshire.
  
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• Plans to reroute major road in York showcased at public meeting

  08-05-2025 12:11 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  More than 100 people turned up to a drop-in session held by the people behind the York Central development.
  
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• DWP Winter Fuel Payments petition boosted by rumours of policy changes

  08-05-2025 12:02 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A petition calling for Labour to rethink Winter Fuel Payments has been signed by more than 150,000 people.
  
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• Ninth York event to showcase upcoming creative talent

  08-05-2025 11:37 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Upcoming talent will be showcased in the ninth edition of Reignite, the hugely popular and leading cultural event for York and North Yorkshire, when it returns next month.
  
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• Rare tansy beetles spotted mating in York - 7 amazing photos of 'Jewel of York'

  08-05-2025 11:36 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  These 7 photos capture York's elusive tansy beetles - including images of them mating!
  
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• Neighbours who complained about noise at top hotel now object to drinks bid

  08-05-2025 11:21 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Neighbours of Grays Court Hotel in York who complained about noise from a brass band concert have now objected to its bid to change rules on drinks in its grounds.
  
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• Coast to Coast Passport launched to inspire walkers and boost economy

  08-05-2025 11:20 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  NOTE: I’ve tried to include photos and comments to cover all reas of the route but may have more if required. Just let me know.
  
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• 17 fascinating facts about Sir David Attenborough's career as he turns 99

  08-05-2025 10:13 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Sir David Attenborough is a renowned figure in the world of wildlife and conservation. As he turns 99, here are some fascinating facts about him.
  
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• WhatsApp users warned they could be banned from the app for doing this one thing

  08-05-2025 08:19 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  WhatsApp users have been warned they could be banned for using unofficial apps after certain iPhones were left unable to access the messaging app.
  
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• Best spring ever? 5 stunning photos of York landmarks in springtime

  08-05-2025 07:44 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  HAVEN'T we had the most amazing spring? Here are five stunning photos of York looking its best
  
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• 'VE Day was the beginning of a different life'

  08-05-2025 07:25 via bbc.com
  Wartime children remember dancing in the streets and watching German U-boats surrendering.
  
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• Deaf swimmer fundraises to attend Tokyo games

  08-05-2025 07:23 via bbc.com
  Nathan Carrington, 17, from York, hopes to compete in the Deaflympics in Japan this November.
  
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• 'Communities feel left behind and residents feel they have to fight for basics'

  08-05-2025 06:32 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Communities feel left behind, and residents feel like they’re having to fight for the basics says York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith
  
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• How Uncle Reg missed out on VE Day celebrations in York

  08-05-2025 06:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Our letter writer recalls how his Uncle Reg missed out on VE Day celebrations in York
  
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