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• Pink event fundraiser

  08-09-2020 13:48 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  THE UK’s biggest pink fundraiser is set to be held next month to support the Breast Cancer Now charity.
  
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• Council ‘has to do better’ on double devolution as call for funding is rejected

  13-02-2026 19:16 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A proposal to spend £100,000 a year supporting North Yorkshire’s town and parish councils to take on additional responsibilities has been rejected.
  
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• Main York road partially blocked after crash at junction

  13-02-2026 18:56 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A main road into York is partially blocked after a crash.
  
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• Seven youths arrested after string of incidents across York

  13-02-2026 18:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Seven youths have been arrested after a string of incidents – ranging from burglary to public order offences - across the city yesterday.
  
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• Stereo and CDs seized from York tenant after they fail to turn down David Bowie hits

  13-02-2026 18:04 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A York tenant has had their stereo and CDs seized after refusing to turn down David Bowie hits.
  
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• Two high-end bikes stolen from garage in North Yorkshire village

  13-02-2026 17:42 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Two high-end bikes have been stolen from a garage in a North Yorkshire town.
  
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• Councillors urged to ‘get real’ as 100 per cent second home tax re-approved

  13-02-2026 17:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Councillors have re-approved a second home council tax premium in North Yorkshire despite calls for it to be scrapped.
  
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• 'Drink us dry' plea from owner as North Yorkshire village pub to call last orders

  13-02-2026 16:57 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A MUCH-LOVED and highly rated North Yorkshire village pub is urging customers to ‘drink it dry’ today as it will be closing today (FRI).
  
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• Mum gutted after pair of tights she's worn for 19 years gets a hole

  13-02-2026 16:34 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A thrifty Barnard Castle mum has worn the same pair of tights for 19 years.
  
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• Car windows smashed in residential York street

  13-02-2026 16:15 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Windows of a car parked in South Parade, off Blossom Street, have been smashed.
  
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• Man dies in North Yorkshire - police appeal for help

  13-02-2026 15:54 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Martin Strickland, 69, from Scarborough, has died - with North Yorkshire Police now appealing to find his family.
  
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• River Derwent levels remain high in Malton and Norton

  13-02-2026 15:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  RIVER levels remain high as authorities continued to monitor the situation in Malton and Norton.
  
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• Emergency locksmith scam warning as complaints jump 66 per cent

  13-02-2026 14:47 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Homeowners warned over rising locksmith scams, as crooks 'take advantage' in an emergency. Here are the key signs of a rogue trader and what insurance may not cover
  
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• 'Apology' call after expansion of breakfast clubs in York schools announced

  13-02-2026 14:47 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  It follows the announcement that free breakfast clubs are coming to 10 more York schools later this year.
  
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• 5 tips to save £200 as February half term costs hit record high

  13-02-2026 14:24 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Half term money trap? Why February can rival summer holiday costs - and how families can save while still making memories.
  
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• York MP backs vet reforms that will make 'big difference' for pet owners

  13-02-2026 14:03 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A York MP is backing reforms that promise to make a big impact on pet care.
  
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• Joy as permanent post office to open in York town after last branch closed

  13-02-2026 13:43 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A permanent post office will be opening in Haxby after the town lost its last branch closed.
  
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• Top North Yorkshire sausage firm to stage open day as it seeks staff

  13-02-2026 13:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Well-known North Yorkshire sausage manufacturer HECK! is inviting local jobseekers to its Bedale factory for an open day on February 28, as the business looks to grow its team across a range of production roles.
  
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• Masked man wielding hammer steals money from York supermarket, say police

  13-02-2026 13:30 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A mask-wearing man wielding a hammer stole money from a York supermarket, said police.
  
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• Masked man wielding hammer steals money from York supermarket

  13-02-2026 13:30 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A mask-wearing man wielding a hammer has stolen money from a York supermarket.
  
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• World Book Day 2026 easy last-minute DIY costume ideas you can make in 5 minutes

  13-02-2026 13:09 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  World Book Day 2026 falls on March 5. Try these 10 quick, easy and budget-friendly DIY costume ideas you can make at home in minutes.
  
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• WATCH - Armed police swoop amid reports of man 'allegedly in possession of axe'

  13-02-2026 13:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Armed police swooped after receiving reports of a man 'allegedly in possession of an axe' in Rawcliffe, near Goole.
  
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• Two men jailed after vulnerable girl ‘preyed on’ and raped

  13-02-2026 12:55 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Two men have been jailed after a vulnerable 13-year-old girl was preyed on and raped at a hotel in Hull.
  
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• Massive losses of tens of millions revealed in report on major furniture firm

  13-02-2026 12:55 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A major employer between Wetherby and Tadcaster that collapsed with the loss of more than 450 jobs is reported to have been in debt by at least £60 million.
  
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• Property flooding expected in York city centre and weather warning extended

  13-02-2026 12:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Environment Agency said properties close to the River Ouse in York centre can expect flooding today (Friday, February 13), with news of more yellow Met Office weather warnings for parts of North and East Yorkshire.
  
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• Flooding expected in York city centre and weather warning extended

  13-02-2026 12:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Environment Agency said properties close to the River Ouse in York centre can expect flooding today (Friday, February 13), with news of more yellow Met Office weather warnings for parts of North and East Yorkshire.
  
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• Flood warning issued for York city centre as Arctic blast brings disruption

  13-02-2026 12:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A flood warning is expected for York as an Arctic blast brings cold temperatures to the area.
  
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• Best selling singer and 'national treasure' to stop in York on national tour

  13-02-2026 11:43 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  One of the UK's most celebrated singers has announced a 2026 UK tour - with a stop in York.
  
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• Archbishop of York ‘sorry’ for failures as same-sex blessings process ends

  13-02-2026 11:19 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell has apologised and admitted “failures” as the Church of England’s parliament marked the end of a years-long process on same-sex relationships.
  
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• Award-winning car dealer introduces extra brand at new showroom in York

  13-02-2026 11:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A well-known and award-winning Volvo car dealership has opened its brand-new Chery showroom in York.
  
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