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Stories for 13 December 2007

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Nursing ambition pays off for Victoria

VICTORIA Newman has known she wanted to run a childrens' nursery since she was at primary school - now her dream has come true.   more...

Firms report jobs growth

It WILL be a happy New Year for jobseekers in Yorkshire.   more...

York Press News

Nationwide hope for Press film

A TOP York city councillor will urge the Government to get The Press' Live Now, Drive Later film shown in schools nationwide, after branding it one of the most powerful films he has ever seen.   more...

Council bosses want to improve York’s evening ambience

A NEW blueprint for improving York city centre is set to be developed by City of York Council chiefs.   more...

Police ask thousands for their opinions

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Police make drugs bust

POLICE raided a house in the west York as they continued with their week-long crime crackdown.   more...

The Press helps nationwide hunt for burglar

AN on-the-run burglar who stole more than £35,000 worth of antiques from stately homes across North Yorkshire has been named as one of the UK's "most wanted" criminals.   more...

Council under attack for stiffling development

Only 17 affordable homes have been built in two years in York under a controversial council policy, it was claimed today.   more...

Traffic alert after accident

COMMUTERS faced traffic chaos after a crash on the A661 Wetherby Road this morning.   more...

New "no cold calling" zones launched in York

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£60 million college officially opened today

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Jury considering verdict

A jury was today considering its verdict in the case of a motorist who twice drove over a man's unconscious body in a York street.   more...

Seven illegal workers arrested during Border and Immigration Agency covert operations

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Multi-million pound shops arcade planned for station

YORK Station is set for a massive multi-million-pound revamp that will bring ten new shops and vastly-improved passenger facilities.   more...

Going Bananas

HIS Banana Warehouse has sold "anything and everything" to the people of York for years, but the owner revealed today how he fears he could go out of business due to the increase in internet shopping.   more...

Pub lines up guaranteed snow

IT'S not only frosty in York. It will also be snowing tonight, at least outside one city pub - even if ithe flakes are artificial.   more...

Inquest into death of pedestrian hit by bus

THE inquest into the death of a pedestrian knocked down by a bus takes place today.   more...

Selby arsonists face jail

TWO teenagers who started a £2 million blaze that devastated two town centre shops are today (Fri) preparing for jail.   more...

Hotel plan set to be rejected

A CONTROVERSIAL plan to expand a York hotel is set to be rejected by councillors today.   more...

former rugby ace dies at 47

A POPULAR York rugby ace and businessman has died aged 47.   more...

New twist in veteran tragedy

ONE of the youngsters arrested in connection with a burglary which had tragic consequences has been attacked.   more...

Ice-busting team shows grit on slippery routes

THE sun may have been shining but the temperatures have been freezing, with City of York Council rolling out its "ice-busting" fleet in a bid to prevent the ice from forming on the city's roads and footpaths.   more...

Samurai sales put to sword

SAMURAI swords have been banned from sale following a two-year plea from York MP Hugh Bayley.   more...

Archbishop is cutting a dash

WHAT A hyperactive archbishop we have in these parts.   more...

Archbishop sports collar-less new look

THE Archbishop of York attended his first public engagement since cutting up his dog collar last night.   more...

It’s time to rein in Santa

SANTA Claus' headquarters in Lapland would be an epicentre of litigation if employment regulations and EU law were imposed or observed during the run up to Christmas.   more...

Charity Santa pelted with eggs and bottles

SANTA CLAUS had beer bottles and eggs thrown at him when he was touring Sherburn-in-Elmet.   more...

Relocating firm to axe workers

Workers at a York-based communication firm are poised to receive their final Christmas pay cheque as its relocation plan is set to cause numerous redundancies.   more...

Three donations totalling £3,000 help push Guardian Angels Appeal past £210,000 barrier

THREE cheques from generous fundraisers have landed on our doormat - giving The Press Guardian Angels Appeal a £3,000 boost.   more...

Forced into a corner

THE POLICE say they are not asking for much - just what they are entitled to.   more...

How to make buying double-glazing crystal clear

Double glazing sales people are often stereotyped as pushy and out to rip us off. They're obviously not all bad, but how do we, as consumers, know the difference? The best way has got to be for us to know what we are entitled to in the first place and what potential pitfalls to avoid.   more...

Blocked drain sparks claim

THE owner of a York restaurant forced to close after overflowing drains caused it to flood may seek compensation after being left with a huge repair bill.   more...

Robber is jailed for North Yorks jewellery raid

A THIEF who stole jewellery worth more than £1 million in robberies near York and Manchester has been sentenced to ten years in prison.   more...

The heat is on for Sahara trek head teacher

THE heat is on for a York head teacher preparing to run a 150-mile desert marathon.   more...

Workers back council and union agreement in long-running pay saga

COUNCIL workers have voted in favour of accepting a deal that will see the abolition of vast employee bonuses.   more...

Santa’s claws

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Station on right track

FIRST impressions count, especially for tourists who are new to an area.   more...

Anger over York report

A LANDMARK report on the future of York's economy has been slammed by the city's Green Party.   more...

York Press Sport

Santa Clause to City rescue

THE FOOTBALL Foundation have indicated that York City will not incur financial penalties despite a delay in the formal identification of a site for the club's new stadium.   more...

former rugby ace dies at 47

A POPULAR York rugby ace and businessman has died aged 47.   more...

Hull’s drive in top gear

YORK-born speedster Nick Hull is gearing up for a rise in class after taking a motor racing title in his debut season.   more...

Miles and miles of GB grit

CHAMPION rallyer Miles Johnston chalked off another ambition when getting to the finish in the prestigious Rally GB - but the race was not without its adventures.   more...

Trainer Gollings focussed on Southwell sizzler

WHILE Doncaster and Cheltenham stage some interesting jumping action tomorrow, dual-purpose trainer Steve Gollings has eyes only for Southwell's Flat meeting as he bids to strike while the iron is hot with Three Boars.   more...

Bates plans have to 'fit in'

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New Earswick out to widen gap

NEW Earswick All Blacks, fresh from their 34-4 victory over Queensbury, will look to keep improving when they host Kippax Welfare - the club immediately below them in the table - in Pennine League premier division.   more...

Black and Whites get ready to rumble in cup

HEWORTH ARFLC will get to test themselves against top opposition when they entertain Hull Dockers in the first round of the BARLA National Cup (kick off 2pm).   more...

  
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