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• Why this York festival aims to be 'dead good'

  23-04-2025 12:07 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  York Dead Good Festival aims to get people talking about death when it is staged in York.
  
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• Police called after a 'number of' fires near York play park

  04-05-2025 18:23 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Police have been called after a "number of" fires near a play park.
  
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• How to remove tough marks from your shower screen with 'simple' 99p hack

  04-05-2025 14:58 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Find out how you can remove water marks from your bathroom, including shower screen with this 'simple' 99p household staple.
  
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• PICTURES: York Race for Life 2025

  04-05-2025 14:36 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  See The Press' pictures of the York Race for Life 2025, hosted at York Racecourse.
  
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• 'They're all with us today' - York Race for Life raises £130k for cancer research

  04-05-2025 14:18 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The York Race for Life 2025, hosted on the Knavesmire, has raised more than £130,000 for Cancer Research UK.
  
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• What is no mow May? The benefits and alternatives for a wildlife-friendly garden

  04-05-2025 13:31 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  No mow May sees homeowners avoid mowing their lawn to help welcome wildlife into their gardens - here are the benefits of it and alternatives from an expert.
  
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• Fancy yourself to be at one with the force? Try this ultimate Star Wars Quiz

  04-05-2025 13:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  With Star Wars Day back for another year, and May the 4th be with you, test your knowledge of the galaxy with this Star Wars-themed quiz.
  
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• Urgent search for missing man last seen in York

  04-05-2025 12:42 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  An urgent search is underway for a missing man from Green Hammerton, who was last seen near York Barbican.
  
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• Missing man last seen in York found safe and well

  04-05-2025 12:42 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A missing man from Green Hammerton has been found in York.
  
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• Why does the UK have 2 bank holidays in May? The history behind them

  04-05-2025 12:37 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The UK has a handful of bank holidays throughout the year but why do two take place in May each year? Here's the history behind them.
  
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• Four motorists banned for speeding and using phone while driving

  04-05-2025 12:22 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Four drivers from York and North Yorkshire have been banned for speeding, using a mobile phone while driving.
  
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• Alan Titchmarsh’s simple tips to get the perfect lawn – from moss to bald patches

  04-05-2025 10:40 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Here are garden expert Alan Titchmarsh’s simple tips to get the perfect lawn - from removing moss to fixing bald patches on your grass
  
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• How do I get rid of moths in my house? Simple 47p hack will banish them for good

  04-05-2025 09:32 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Find out how to get rid of moths in your house for good with simple 47p hack and what scent keeps moths away from clothes and food, an expert explains.
  
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• York Race for Life draws in thousands

  04-05-2025 09:05 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Welcome to our coverage of the Race for Life, in which 2,350 runners are expected to run in the event - and raise more than £130,000 for Cancer Research UK.
  
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• Double sporting glory for York mum, 42, who set up women's football team

  04-05-2025 07:08 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Mum-of-two Lucy Pembayun set up her own football team after years of championing her children and spurred on by the Lionesses - and wins North Riding FA Women’s Recreational League and Cup.
  
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• Volunteer project collects more than 1m bat recordings in the North York Moors

  04-05-2025 07:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A VOLUNTEER project has collected more than one million bat recordings in the North York Moors
  
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• Plea to residents to save York 'lido' for canoeists, swimmers and for fishing

  04-05-2025 06:34 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Our letter writer is urging local residents to Plea to save the York 'lido' at Poppleton
  
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• VE Day memories: 'In Acomb, people brought a piano out into the street'

  04-05-2025 06:15 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Here is a look back at how York celebrated VE Day almost 80 years ago
  
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• Learner-driver fled police at more than 120mph while drug driving

  04-05-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A L-driver who raced at more than 120 mph on a single carriageway road with cannabis in his body has kept his freedom.
  
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• Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings-themed wedding venue up for sale

  04-05-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  A wedding venue, which includes Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings themed accommodation, is being offered for sale for £725,000 (freehold).
  
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• 'Bins overflowing with pizza boxes' - call for wider rollout of bigger litter bins

  04-05-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The rollout of larger litter bins in York should be extended beyond the city centre as existing ones elsewhere struggle to cope, a local campaigner has said.
  
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• Ambassador of the Republic of Korea joins veterans at York memorial service

  04-05-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  His excellency Mr Yoon Yeocheol paid his respects at the dedicated site in Leeman Road’s Memorial Gardens.
  
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• All you need to know about the special RAF flypast to mark VE Day 80

  04-05-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the RAF will do a flypast including the Red Arrows, find out the route and timings.
  
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• 5 wellness hotels across the UK you need to visit for a relaxing getaway

  04-05-2025 06:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  In need of a break? Discover five of the UK's best wellness hotels you should visit to help you unwind.
  
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• University of York announces plans to open campus in India

  04-05-2025 05:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The University of York has announced plans to open a campus in Mumbai, India.
  
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• Three separate fires break out in York parks

  03-05-2025 18:43 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Fire crews have been called to three separate fires in parks in York.
  
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• Line of Duty star Martin Compston responds to season 7 return rumours

  03-05-2025 16:23 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Martin Compston, known for his role as Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott in Line of Duty, has broken his silence on a potential return for the BBC One drama.
  
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• Vet's plant fertiliser warning to dog owners amid risk of vomiting and seizures

  03-05-2025 16:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  With the weather improving, Brits will be spending more time in their garden. So a vet has issued a warning over the risk of plant fertiliser for dogs.
  
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• North Yorkshire MP speaks on 'shockingly bad' local elections

  03-05-2025 16:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  Thirsk and Malton MP, Kevin Hollinrake, has spoken out on "shockingly bad" local election results for his Conservative Party.
  
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• What is the best time of day to mow your lawn? Expert shares tips

  03-05-2025 15:38 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  An expert has shared what time of day is best to mow your lawn and tips for drying your grass quicker.
  
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