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• Artworks inspired by town's past to be installed

  25-12-2025 15:44 via bbc.com
  The large artworks are planned for Catterick Garrison as part of a major redevelopment scheme.
  
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• ‘Everybody has come and said thanks’: York restaurant provides free Christmas meals

  25-12-2025 15:02 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Middle Feast in York opened its doors on Christmas Day to feed homeless people and those working through the festivities for free.
  
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• You could face £200 fines for being drunk in a pub this Christmas - this is why

  25-12-2025 13:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Were you aware that it is actually illegal to be drunk in a pub?
  
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• Israeli militias intimidated us during Holy Land visit, says Archbishop of York

  25-12-2025 12:01 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Archbishop of York has said he was “intimidated” by Israeli militias during a visit to the Holy Land this year.
  
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• Israeli militias intimidated us during Holy Land visit, Archbishop of York to say

  25-12-2025 12:01 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Archbishop of York is expected to say he was “intimidated” by Israeli militias during a visit to the Holy Land this year.
  
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• Can boozy Christmas food put you over the limit? Driving expert explains

  25-12-2025 12:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The drink driving limit is 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath, in Scotland this limit is 22 micrograms
  
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• Fishermen's choirs sing on amid 'dwindling' numbers

  25-12-2025 11:16 via bbc.com
  Yorkshire's coastal choirs try to keep hitting the high notes despite seeing falls in membership.
  
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• Unseen script for classic sitcom Christmas episode found in York

  25-12-2025 11:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  An unseen script for classic BBC sitcom Steptoe and Son's Christmas episode has been found at the University of York.
  
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• Rail passengers told to plan as key route closes

  25-12-2025 10:05 via bbc.com
  Sections of the main line linking York and Leeds will be closed until 26 January for upgrade work.
  
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• 'There is much to be happy about' - Lord Mayor spreads Christmas cheer in York

  25-12-2025 10:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York's Lord Mayor Cllr Martin Rowley wishes York residents a Happy Christmas and New Year.
  
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• BBC Strictly Christmas special 2025 - all to know for Tess and Claudia's final show

  25-12-2025 10:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  This is all you need to know about the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025 - see full cast, dance routines, songs and when it's on TV
  
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• Arrest made after motorcycle stolen from shed in North Yorkshire

  25-12-2025 08:41 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  An arrest has been made after a Honda motorcycle was stolen from a shed in Sherburn in Elmet.
  
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• Woman in 20s found dead at property in North Yorkshire

  25-12-2025 08:14 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A woman in her 20s has been found dead at a property near Skipton Road in Harrogate.
  
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• UK drivers warned they could be fined £1,000 for driving in these winter clothes

  25-12-2025 08:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and put you at risk of receiving a fine
  
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• The exact time the King's Speech will begin and how to watch

  25-12-2025 08:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  King Charles' pre-recorded speech will air on BBC, ITV and Sky News on Christmas Day
  
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• Our favourite reads of 2025 with month‑by‑month highlights

  25-12-2025 08:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  From Ian McEwan to Lily King and Brian Eno, these are our reviewers' top reads from the past 12 months.
  
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• Cheese anyone? Food experiences top Christmas gift trends says York platform

  25-12-2025 07:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  CHEESE and chill-out time topped the list of 'experience' presents this Christmas, according to a York-based independent gifting platform.
  
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• Well-known pub near York to re-open around Easter

  25-12-2025 06:07 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Duke of York between York and Stamford Bridge is currently being renovated, with plans to re-open around Easter.
  
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• Yorkshire food company launches Meals That Matter Christmas campaign

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A Yorkshire food business is helping to combat rural loneliness one meal at a time.
  
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• York shoppers prepare for post Christmas bargains

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Many shops in York are gearing up for the biggest sale of the year as Boxing Day approaches.
  
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• Scarborough MP visits Cayton View and Saint Catherine’s Hospice

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The MP for Scarborough and Whitby paid a visit to Cayton View care home and Saint Catherine’s Hospice.
  
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• REVEALED: Are you on the naughty list? Most common criminal names according to police

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Are you on the naughty list? The most common names for criminals in York and North Yorkshire over the past year have been revealed.
  
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• One of York’s Christmas Day babies marks milestone birthday today

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Happy birthday to one of York’s Christmas Day babies who is marking a milestone birthday today.
  
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• North Yorkshire man lands his 'dream' job in the classroom

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A young man from North Yorkshire has overcome personal challenges to secure his dream job in the classroom.
  
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• North Yorkshire Boxing Day walk with 'superb' views and cosy pub among UK's best

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Find out why this Boxing Day walk in the North York Moors with 'superb' views and cosy pub nearby has been named among the best in the UK
  
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• Merry Christmas from the cast of Sleeping Beauty and The Press

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Press and cast of Sleeping Beauty at York Theatre Royal would like to wish our readers a very Merry Christmas. Photo: York Theatre Royal
  
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• Get fit in 2026: York City Rowing Club to launch indoor sessions

  25-12-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A York rowing club is launching indoor sessions for people of all abilities looking to start the new year with a fitness boost.
  
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• York toy shop owner to ‘really start having some fun’ after successful first year

  25-12-2025 05:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The owner of a York top shop has said he is ready to “really start having some fun” after a successful first year in the job.
  
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• 'People perceive York as a wealthy city, but there are real pockets of need'

  25-12-2025 05:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Salvation Army’s Christmas Present Appeal has ensured close to a thousand children have a present on Christmas Day.
  
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