Last month saw the first Peer Support group meeting at York St John University. Creator of the group, Libby Horne said: "I feel like for a lot of the society's you have to either have a talent, be good at sports or have a special interest." Creator of the Peer Support Group
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Excitement builds in anticipation of premiere of students’ biggest play since lockdown
The music department at the University of York is busy preparing for next week's premiere of their biggest event since the end of lockdown. The production, Antigone, will take place at Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall from Wednesday 3rd November until Friday 5th November. Taking inspiration from modern day issues, the project
York MP says York should be in lowest tier after lockdown ends
Last Thursday (17th December) the Government confirmed that York will remain in Tier 2 restrictions over the Christmas period. With the same restrictions continuing, York City Council is encouraging people to keep up the hard work while persistently seeking further clarification from the Government on how the city can safely move
The impact of Covid-19 on our mental health
During the coronavirus pandemic, many of us have encountered a change within our mental health given the uncertain circumstances we have faced this year. Mental health risks associated with Covid 19 have disproportionately affected young people, especially those who are already disadvantaged and marginalised, according to research by The Island. Within
Freelance musician calls for more support for the arts
With the government under criticism about the lack of funding for the arts, especially for freelance performers, we talked to one aspiring artist trying to breakthrough. Thomas Gonzalez, also known as his stage name 'Skippy Gonzalez' is a young musician studying English at the University of York. From playing the guitar and
Mind Garden York offers wellbeing walks to local community
York residents are encouraged to grab their walking boots and throw on yellow for the first Wellbeing Wallk held by Mind Garden York. The event will be held on Friday 9th October to co-inside with World Mental Health Day on Saturday. After the recent government guidelines, the number of participants for the