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• Yorkshire reflects on the death of Pope Francis

  21-04-2025 18:39 via bbc.com
  
  Services of remembrance are held around Yorkshire following the death of Pope Francis aged 88.
  
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• Crash on major road in North Yorkshire - police warning

  21-04-2025 18:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A CRASH on the A59 between Harrogate and Skipton is causing issues for motorists.
  
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• Fire at York nature reserve started deliberately

  21-04-2025 18:04 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A FIRE at St Nicholas Fields nature reserve in Tang Hall is believed to have been started deliberately.
  
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• Harry Potter star Timothy Spall thought he 'might not make it' after leukaemia

  21-04-2025 18:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Actor Timothy Spall thought he “might not make it” after being diagnosed with leukaemia.
  
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• Scout group celebrates 75th anniversary

  21-04-2025 17:16 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A GROUP which has nurtured generations of young people is celebrating a very special birthday this month,
  
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• Bairstow on form as Yorkshire draw with Durham

  21-04-2025 17:14 via bbc.com
  
  Captain Jonny Bairstow scores an unbeaten 86 as their Championship game against Durham ends in a draw at Chester-le-Street.
  
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• Traffic busy on A64 as Easter weekend draws to a close

  21-04-2025 16:35 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  on the A64 westbound at Malton this morning as everyone heads home ready for back to work/school tomorrow.
  
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• Emmerdale axed tonight as ITV reveals major schedule change for Easter Monday

  21-04-2025 14:55 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Emmerdale isn't on tonight after ITV announced a major schedule shakeup for Easter Monday.
  
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• What do bike boxes mean and is it illegal for drivers to stop in one? What to know

  21-04-2025 14:20 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Bike boxes are painted on some roads in the UK but what do they mean and is it illegal to stop in one at traffic lights?
  
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• Till problems at major York retailer

  21-04-2025 14:15 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  There have been problems with the tills at M&S York Parliament Street shop.
  
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• 'His loss will be felt by millions' - York MP pays tribute to Pope Francis

  21-04-2025 12:44 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York Outer MP, Luke Charters, has paid tribute after the death of Pope Francis this morning
  
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• St Leonard's in Malton to open today following death of Pope Francis

  21-04-2025 12:37 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  ST Leonard's and St Mary's RC Church in Malton is to open today (Monday) following the death of Pope Francis.
  
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• King Charles and Queen Camilla pay tribute to Pope Francis after death aged 88

  21-04-2025 12:36 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  King Charles and Queen Camilla have paid a joint tribute to Pope Francis after his death aged 88.
  
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• Bridge connecting North Yorkshire town remains closed today

  21-04-2025 11:59 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Much better compliance on the Whitby Swing Bridge closure this Saturday
  
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• Petition calls for investigation into owl centre

  21-04-2025 11:57 via bbc.com
  
  The centre says it adheres to all the regulations relating to the welfare of the birds.
  
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• Hundreds take part in annual 10k run and fun run in York for good causes

  21-04-2025 11:33 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A local mental health NHS Trust staged its annual event, and a 1km fun run near the racecourse on Saturday (April 19).
  
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• Archbishop of York pays tribute following announcement of death of Pope Francis

  21-04-2025 11:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Pope Francis has died aged 88, Vatican camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell has announced.
  
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• Tributes flood in following death of Pope Francis, aged 88

  21-04-2025 10:51 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Pope Francis has died aged 88 and tributes have been sent following his death.
  
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• Two main roads in York city centre closed for water repairs

  21-04-2025 10:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  At least two main roads in York city centre are now closed for water repairs.
  
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• Pope Francis has died aged 88, The Vatican has confirmed

  21-04-2025 10:16 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Vatican has shared a tribute following the death of Pope Francis aged 88.
  
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• Lack of pupils forces permanent nursery closure

  21-04-2025 10:03 via bbc.com
  
  The provision at Kettlesing Felliscliffe Community Primary School is set to cease in August.
  
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• Hundreds gather for Archbishop's Easter sermon

  21-04-2025 10:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of people have gathered at York Minster today to celebrate Easter Sunday.
  
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• Garden expert shares £1 coin hack to make ideal environment for grass seeds

  21-04-2025 09:42 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A garden expert has shared a £1 coin hack that can help you "provide a comforting environment" for grass seeds to germinate and grow.
  
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• Fraud expert issues warning to Brits to prevent spear phishing scams

  21-04-2025 08:49 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A fraud expert has shared some advice to help Brits avoid falling victim to spear phishing scams - what they are and what to do if scammed.
  
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• Crash in North Yorkshire village - police at scene

  21-04-2025 08:12 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  ALL three emergency services have been called to a crash in Carlton.
  
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• Man sets off on 53-mile walk dressed as a curlew

  21-04-2025 08:00 via bbc.com
  Matt Trevelyan made the Eurasian curlew costume out of polystyrene and bamboo.
  
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• How strong is your airline etiquette? 'Inconsiderate' passenger told not to recline

  21-04-2025 08:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The man was sat on an economy flight when the passenger in front attempted to recline her seat
  
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• Two York motorists banned and a company convicted at magistrates' court

  21-04-2025 07:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Two York motorists have been banned from driving and a Selby company convicted of a motoring offence after their cases were heard by magistrates.
  
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• Power supplier says hundreds of York homes must convert to smart meters

  21-04-2025 06:56 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  E.ON Next is encouraging the nearly 800 customers in York who have a Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meter to upgrade to a smart meter before the radio signal that powers the technology is turned off on 30 June.
  
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• York man completes staggering endurance challenge - with minutes to spare

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A York man has completed a speed and endurance challenge, all to raise money for a good cause.
  
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• York lock gates to be replaced costing £1.36m - but expert says they are rarely used

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Works costing £1.36 million to replace Castle Mill Lock gates on York’s River Foss are needed urgently, a council official has said amid claims only a handful of trophy hunters will benefit.
  
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• The boiler noise you should never ignore - or risk a £300 repair bill

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Homeowners have been warned of a boiler noise to listen out for that could see a £300 repair bill if not dealt with
  
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• OSCAR's Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity receives £2,500 grant

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The Pavers Foundation has donated £2,500 to OSCAR's Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity.
  
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• Nominations open for York and North Yorkshire’s best farm shop, deli or butchers

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The competition is on to find York’s best farm shop, deli or butchers and it’s time for you to have your say.
  
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• New LGBTQ+ museum and charity to open in York city centre

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Two business owning siblings have hatched a plan to set up a museum and charity for the LGBTQ+ community after being subjected to homophobic abuse.
  
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• Kirkby Malham hosts natural flood management meeting of experts

  21-04-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  More than 50 natural flood management experts, land managers, and policymakers gathered in Kirkby Malham on Friday, April 11.
  
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• 'We’d love you to join us' - sports fans wanted at York event

  21-04-2025 05:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York Vikings Rotary Club is looking for golfers to take part in their golf day at York Golf Club, in Strensall.
  
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• 'Golden period' for housing market says North Yorkshire property boss

  21-04-2025 05:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A LEADING Yorkshire developer Paul Brown from Easingwold says we could see a golden period for the housing market over the next two years.
  
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• 'Bring your earplugs!' - York supporters trust backs stadium event

  21-04-2025 05:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York City Supporters Trust is backing those braving a night sleeping out at the York LNER Community Stadium.
  
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