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• New coronavirus case confirmed

  14-03-2020 08:25 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A FURTHER case of coronavirus has been confirmed in East Yorkshire but there have been no additional cases in York, according to statistics published by Public Health England.
  
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• Trinidad and Tobago bobsleigh gets unlikely North Yorkshire backing

  16-02-2026 18:13 via bbc.com
  Bobsleigh pilot Axel Brown, from Harrogate, represents the Caribbean country at the Olympics.
  
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• REVIEW: Annie by York Light Opera Company at York Theatre Royal - 4 stars

  16-02-2026 18:03 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  REVIEW: ANNIE is director Martyn Knight’s swan song with York Light Opera Company after 22 shows of working with 'such a wonderful theatre ‘family’.
  
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• Andrew should not be in line for throne, says MP

  16-02-2026 17:57 via bbc.com
  York Central MP Rachel Maskell calls for Andrew to be "a citizen that is fully accountable".
  
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• All stores of UK fashion brand having clearance sale as retailer in administration

  16-02-2026 17:45 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  UK fashion retailer Quiz has gone administration, with clearance sales now taking place at its stores.
  
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• Coastal town council approves 8.5 per cent precept increase

  16-02-2026 17:28 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  AN 8.5 per cent council tax precept increase for residents in a North Yorkshire resort has been approved by the town council.
  
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• York man accused of 4 sexual or indecent offences against different people

  16-02-2026 17:27 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A man has appeared before York Magistrates' Court accused of four sexual or indecent offences allegedly committed against different people.
  
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• How much council tax rates will be in York from April- band-by-band breakdown

  16-02-2026 17:13 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Council tax charges are set to go up in April by 4.99 per cent after York councillors approved rates for 2026/7.
  
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• 'We are growing very concerned for his welfare' - man missing for two months

  16-02-2026 17:09 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  PEOPLE are being urged to report sightings immediately of a North Yorkshire man who has been missing for more than two months.
  
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• York and North Yorkshire Mayor's fresh bid to boost small businesses

  16-02-2026 16:53 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A new pilot mentorship programme led by the York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub aims to join local mentors with small businesses to support their next stage of growth.
  
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• Council decision on £150,000 loan to support town's football club

  16-02-2026 16:16 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  COUNCIL bosses are set to approve a £150,000 loan to support a North Yorkshire football club’s future.
  
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• State-of-the-art funerals set to be offered near York as work on crematorium starts

  16-02-2026 16:04 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  It comes after plans for the North York Crematorium and Memorial Gardens in Sand Hutton were approved on appeal.
  
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• Ice warning issued across York and North Yorkshire from today

  16-02-2026 15:32 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  An ice warning has been issued across York and North Yorkshire, according to the Met Office.
  
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• North Yorkshire council tax increase agreed despite coastal concerns

  16-02-2026 15:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A 4.99 per cent council tax increase has been approved by North Yorkshire councillors despite concerns about coastal provisions.
  
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• York spirits firm company launches Viking-themed vodka in time for festival

  16-02-2026 15:08 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A spirits company noted for their range of history-inspired gins has launched a Viking-inspired vodka.
  
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• Start to 2026 brings awards for York insurance provider

  16-02-2026 14:46 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York-based insurance provider, The Insurance Emporium, is enjoying early 2026 success with multiple industry awards.
  
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• Man missing from home may be in North Yorkshire town, police say

  16-02-2026 14:03 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Police are urgently appealing for information about a Norfolk man who may have travelled to North Yorkshire
  
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• Man missing from home may be in North Yorkshire town

  16-02-2026 14:03 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Police are urgently appealing for information about a Norfolk man who may have travelled to North Yorkshire
  
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• York company cleans up with top national award

  16-02-2026 13:58 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York-based cleaning company VA Cleaning has been awarded the title Commercial Cleaning Company of the Year 2025/26.
  
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• Safety concerns spark closure of seaside loos

  16-02-2026 13:55 via bbc.com
  The toilets in Filey are closed after "serious" structural issues were found following recent rain.
  
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• Students begin Covid compensation claim against 36 more universities

  16-02-2026 13:25 via bbc.com
  It comes after University College London settled a claim from students there over lost learning in the pandemic.
  
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• Pedestrian taken to hospital after being hit by car in North Yorkshire town

  16-02-2026 13:24 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A pedestrian was taken to hospital after being struck by a car in a North Yorkshire town.
  
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• World-class Viking Festival lands in York

  16-02-2026 13:06 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  JORVIK Viking Festival 2026 has launched today in York.
  
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• Major cyber awards and conference event in York first

  16-02-2026 13:05 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A major awards and conference event which is coming to York for the first time is now open for entries.
  
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• Driver taken to hospital after two-car crash in York

  16-02-2026 12:39 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A driver was taken to York Hospital following a two-car crash.
  
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• Digital screens could replace York Station's print adverts under new plans

  16-02-2026 12:35 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The plans from Bauer Outdoor Media and LNER would see screens installed displaying adverts, public information and non-profit campaigns.
  
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• Town near York targeted to receive extra support for its high street

  16-02-2026 12:27 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The owners of businesses on Pocklington’s high street are being urged to take advantage of a package of free, bespoke advice and support.
  
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• Hunt for rare 'pink daffodil' with family ties to York

  16-02-2026 12:25 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  GARDENERS are being urged to help map the UK’s daffodils and look out for rare pink variety Mrs R O Backhouse with links to a York family.
  
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• Finalists in Best Hairdresser in York 2026 revealed

  16-02-2026 12:19 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The finalists for The Press’ Best Hairdresser in York 2026 competition have been revealed.
  
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• Celebrated live performer to showcase new album in York on nationwide tour

  16-02-2026 12:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  AN award‑winning artist has announced a rare appearance in York.
  
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