Windmill, Blossom Street: changes to haunted pub over years
As reported in The Press, plans have been unveiled to refurbish The Windmill at the top of Blossom Street. Under proposals, the pub – which dates back to the 1600s and is Grade II listed – would see a ...
Fires devastating Los Angeles grow more slowly as fierce winds die down
Firefighters for the first time have made progress containing the Eaton Fire north of Pasadena, officials said on Friday. It ...
From Bond Girls to Oscar winners: 7 films made in York
Bond Girls and Oscar winners have all filmed in York - here are 7 amazing stories about movies made in the city - with photos ...
Venezuela’s opposition supporters conflicted after Maduro is sworn in
The inauguration of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro left his opponents to grapple with conflicting feelings of hope and disappointment on Saturday, pondering why the self-described socialist ...
Mercury falls to minus 18C in Scottish hamlet as cold spell continues
The mercury fell again overnight with a hamlet in northern Scotland shivering through a temperature of minus 18C. The Met Office said Altnaharra, which is in the most northern region of the Highlands, ...
Firth & Co wine merchants employ Richard Pickles
Wine merchants Firth & Co have announced the appointment of Richard Pickles as a senior sales representative. Richard rejoins Andrew Firth, the founder and manager director of Bedale-based Firth & Co, ...
SEA LIFE York and Scarborough half-price tickets for locals
York and North Yorkshire residents living in certain postcodes can enjoy half-price tickets to SEA LIFE Scarborough.
Tributes to father and Elvington Harriers winger Roy Page
Tributes have been paid after the death of a much-loved father from York. Roy Page, 28, sadly passed away on December 30. After living in the city for his entire life, Roy, formerly of Hull Road, ...
Gael Monfils becomes oldest ATP Tour singles title winner with Auckland victory
Gael Monfils made history by becoming the oldest winner of an ATP Tour singles title at the ASB Classic in Auckland. The 38-year-old Frenchman, who won his first tour crown 20 years ago, defeated ...
Avocado Envy brunch to open in Blake Street on January 11
As reported by The Press in December, Avocado Envy, a new café owned by Michael Brett, is opening its doors this morning (Saturday, January 11) at 3 Blake Street – bringing a new brunch concept to the ...
Pub Quiz January 11: How smart are you? Take this quiz
Find out how good your general knowledge is with our quiz that will get you ready for your next trip to the pub.
Sainsbury's Foss Bank closes doors for good on January 11
A MUCH-LOVED York supermarket has thanked its "loyal customers" as it closes its doors for the last time today (Saturday, January 11). Sainsbury’s on Foss Bank is set to shut for good at 6pm with many ...