"I’m so grateful and fortunate to have the support of the local community," says Sophie Knight, the owner of independent coffee shop SOPHiE, after devastating break-in. The people of York recently came together, in the spirit of fundraising for the local children's hospital. Through charity pots, community support and a GoFundMe
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York Stadium Open For Business
York City FC are hoping to start playing at the new LNER Community stadium from January as the complex prepares to open parts to the public from Monday 21 December. The project was first proposed in 2009 and was due to open in July this year, however years of delays
“It’s not pancake day” – the unlikely Shrove Tuesday tradition you’ve never heard of
Greyhound Awareness Month
Dogs Trust Manchester are holding a special Greyhound awareness week to help change the public perception of the breed and help them find their forever homes. They are appealing for homes for six greyhounds who they believe are being overlooked purely because of their breed and coat colour. Most greyhounds retire from racing
Crime rates on the rise: York
Crime Map of Outer York, January 2019 Crime rates have once again risen in York and the surrounding areas of North Yorkshire. The UK have seen a rapid increase of crime rates across the country especially in the Yorkshire and Humberside region. York being one of the safest cities in the region, is
The vegans that stole Christmas
It is undeniable that veganism is growing at a seemingly unstoppable rate, but what does this mean for your Christmas dinner? With vegans popping up in more and more families, concern is growing about catering for those that choose the plant-based diet, especially over the festive period. With supermarkets stocking more meat-free


