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• Two rescued from River Ouse

  08-08-2020 11:25 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  People in the river and a child on its own - it was a busy evening for York's Rescue Boat yesterday evening.
  
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• I tried 6 cheap winter warmers - these actually work without touching the thermostat

  23-01-2026 16:30 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  From electric blankets to heated throws, battery-powered scarves to a car seat warmer powered by my cigarette lighter, these gadgets keep me warm through winter.
  
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• New owners of North Yorkshire brewery speak of their ambitions for it

  23-01-2026 16:10 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The new owners of the well-known North Yorkshire brewery Black Sheep have spoken of their ambitions for the business after they saved it from going under.
  
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• Latest on North Yorkshire gas rig plan

  23-01-2026 15:57 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  North Yorkshire Council has said it is not planning on delaying a decision on proposals for a gas drilling rig near Scarborough.
  
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• Main road in North Yorkshire town partially blocked after crash involving lorry

  23-01-2026 15:25 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A main road in a North Yorkshire town is partially blocked after a crash involving a lorry.
  
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• Post Office withheld evidence when suing East Yorkshire sub-postmaster, court told

  23-01-2026 15:18 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Post Office obtained a High Court judgment against a former Bridlington sub-postmaster Lee Castleton almost 20 years ago by “consciously and dishonestly withholding material evidence” in the case, the High Court has been told.
  
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• Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough: 'I was homeless as a child - now I want to help others'

  23-01-2026 15:15 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Growing up, and later, when he moved to London, Radio 1 presenter and DJ, Dean McCullough never had a fixed address and regularly faced the daunting prospect of sleeping on the streets. 
  
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• Major York-based supplier of vegan food reported to have axed 60 UK jobs

  23-01-2026 15:06 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A MAJOR York-based supplier of vegan food is reported to have axed 60 jobs across the UK, with its brands also thought to be disappearing from supermarket shelves.
  
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• Emergency worker attacked after drink-drive chase through East Yorkshire town

  23-01-2026 14:38 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Humberside Police said the driver failed to stop in Quay Road, Bridlington around 3.20am this morning (January 23).
  
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• HMRC cash grab looms as 3m risk £100 fines as £106m penalties loom next week

  23-01-2026 14:29 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  More than 3 million taxpayers have still not filed their HMRC Self Assessment return
  
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• Apologies issued as Tesco, Morrisons and Waitrose recall pet food

  23-01-2026 14:07 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Tesco, Morrisons and Waitrose are urging shoppers not to feed a recalled pet food to their dogs because it may contain pieces of plastic.
  
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• Property flooding 'possible' as river levels in York continue to rise

  23-01-2026 13:53 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  River Ouse levels in York city centre are rising and are expected to peak tomorrow morning, the Environment Agency has confirmed.
  
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• Well-known North Yorkshire brewery saved after £6.5m administration deal

  23-01-2026 13:37 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A well-known North Yorkshire Brewery has been saved as part of a £6.5 million deal.
  
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• 'Ambitious’ 10-year harbour strategy launches for North Yorkshire coast

  23-01-2026 13:18 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A 10-year plan to revitalise harbours in Scarborough, Whitby and Filey and ‘fulfil their potential’ has been published.
  
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• 'River of chocolate' features on York beer produced for major supermarket

  23-01-2026 13:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  BREW York has created a brand-new Salted Caramel Stout for Asda and it’s can features the Ouse as a river of chocolate passing by well-known city landmarks.
  
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• York restaurant reveals more about its £750,000 upgrade

  23-01-2026 09:18 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A top York restaurant has revealed more about a planned £750,000 refurbishment, which starts laer this month.
  
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• Vehicle stuck in flood waters in village close to major road outside York

  23-01-2026 08:19 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  At 6.45am this morning, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from Harrogate and Acomb were on their way to the village of Cattal, close to the A59 and A1(M).
  
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• Flooding 'expected' in York city centre after alert amplified and river levels rise

  23-01-2026 08:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Environment Agency (EA) updated its notice at 9.08pm last night (January 22) for the River Ouse in the city.
  
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• Thieves target petrol station in North Yorkshire town

  23-01-2026 06:54 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The county's police force said alcohol was stolen from Abbeyside Service Station in Bawtry Road, Selby around 11am on Monday, December 8.
  
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• York parents asked to take part in survey to help shape support for families

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Parents and carers are being encouraged to take part in a citywide Raise York survey to help shape future support for families.
  
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• York Literature Festival 2026 announces packed line-up of events

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The York Literature Festival is gearing up for a return in 2026 and has announced a packed line-up celebrating literary heritage.
  
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• York hospital ‘very proud’ after gushing patient feedback in report

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A York hospital has received the stamp of approval from a health watchdog after its latest assessment was published earlier this month.
  
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• York family-run gym celebrates being shortlisted as one of the city's best

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Marcus Allan, who runs the gym in Mansfield Street with dad Mark, spoke to The Press after the business was shortlisted by readers shortlisted who it as one of the best in York.
  
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• Where to raise a dram and celebrate Burns Night 2026 in and around York

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  We look at venues celebrating Scotland's beloved national poet and where to raise a dram and toast this Burns Night 2026 in and around York.
  
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• Warning to drivers - traffic changes could be coming to busy York street

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Plans have been drawn up to tackle problems causing safety issues for motorists and pedestrians at the junction by Blake Street.
  
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• Theatre company bringing timeless old West tale to York next month

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Joseph Rowntree Theatre Company is gearing up for a grand production of Calamity Jane.
  
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• The Wind in the Willows coming to the Stephen Joseph Theatre next month

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Wind in the Willows is coming to the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough next month.
  
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• Takács Quartet announced to launch Ryedale Festival in Yorkshire

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The acclaimed Takács Quartet will launch the 2026 Ryedale Festival with a special performance in Yorkshire.
  
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• Scarborough concert to feature works by famous Renaissance artists

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Scarborough Symphony Orchestra will perform at Queen Street Methodist Hall next month.
  
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• North Yorkshire town to host 'unique' music festival later this year

  23-01-2026 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Kirkbymoorside Gateway to the Moors Music Festival will take place in the historic market town in August.
  
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