Category: Columns

Apr 20
Long live the King

Excitement is growing for the Coronation of King Charles III this May and in honour of the special occasion, Herbert Todd’s will be closed on Saturday the 6th of May to allow everyone to spend some quality time with their families. We will be open again on Monday the 8th observing our Bank Holiday hours […]

Apr 20
Gadget of the month: May 2023

Skullcandy x Burton Push Active True Wireless Earbuds £74.99 | skullcandy.com.     When Skullcandy meets, world-leading snowboard brand, Burton…what do you get? A super stylish collection of state-of-the-art earphones, that’s what!  Durable, comfortable and with a distinctive leopard print design, these Push Active’s feature Skull-iQ technology with a hands-free voice function, so you can take […]

Apr 20
Walking with the wanderer: Bramham and Bramham Park

Starting from Bramham, this walk crosses the southern half of Bramham Park before taking newly created paths through woodland and farmland to return to the village. Is this walk for me? This is an easy walk. There are climbs but none are long or steep. Most of the route is on good tracks and there […]

Apr 20
York Sport Report: May 2023

We hear from our resident sports writer and York City F. C. fan, Simon Pattinson.  At the time of writing this column, we come off the back of an excellent win versus high flyers Chesterfield and an excruciating defeat to Halifax. It’s fair to say that we don’t make life easy for ourselves. York City […]

Apr 20
Ben’s Book Corner

Your Local Link reader, Ben Robinson has been writing for about five years now. His creative writing has covered topics such as poetry, culture and education, which is a career that he wishes to pursue. Books are Ben’s passion and he’s excited to be sharing some fantastic reads with you. Here are some of his […]

Apr 20
Horoscopes: May 2023

By James Christie TAURUS *STARSIGN OF THE MONTH*THIS COULD BE A BIT OF A BELT-TIGHTENING MONTH WHERE FINANCES ARE CONCERNED, ESPECIALLY IF YOU’VE SPLASHED THE CASH A BIT IN APRIL. BUT IT’S SPRING AND TAUREANS LIKE THE SPRING, SO OVERALL ENERGY LEVELS SHOULD BE QUITE HIGH. ON THE WORK SCENE, YOU’LL HAVE TO PUSH YOURSELF HARD […]

Mar 29
RECIPE OF THE MONTH: Tear and share hot cross buns

A delicious seasonal recipe in time for Easter. You know what they say…sharing is caring! Ingredients:• 225ml Milk• 500g Strong White Flour• 65g Caster Sugar• 7g Fast Action Yeast• 1/2 Tsp Salt• 1 Tsp Cinnamon• 1/2 Tsp Ginger• 1/2 Tsp Nutmeg• Zest of 1 Orange• 50g Butter (Cold)• 200g Sultanas• 2 Medium Eggs Topping:• 50g Flour• […]

Mar 29
TRIED & TESTED: Revamp Progloss Wide Ultra X Shine Ceramic Hair Straightener

Our writer, Emily tried out one of the latest hair styling tools on the market. Here’s what she had to say… Time to tame that frizzy mane! If like myself, you wake up with bed hair that resembles something like Einstein’s…you’ve come to the right page. The Revamp Progloss Wide Ultra X Shine Ceramic Hair […]

Mar 28
Gardening expert: eat all peas

Mangetout peas are one of those ‘new’ vegetables that were almost unheard of back in the last century. Unfortunately, like some other fruit and vegetables that have become popular, most mangetouts sold have a high carbon footprint. Not only are they usually cloaked in packaging, but most will have clocked many food miles. Kenya, Guatemala, […]

Mar 27
Networking & business socials in York: April 23

It’s time to make those connections! YFW Networking Session4th April, The Vices, from 6pmSpend time with local creatives and discuss ways to collaborate for the first Fashion Week of 2023. Search for York Fashion Week on eventbrite.co.uk or click here. Pure Networking Event6th April, The Principal Hotel, from 8amWelcoming York Professional members for networking over a […]

Mar 27
Things are heating up

Back In October 2015, I wrote ‘……Heating, Heating, Heating; the bane of a Yorkshireman’s life.’ Several years later, never could that be more true! A cost of living crisis, energy giants unashamedly making billions whilst we all watch the thermostats and try and sneak them down a notch whilst the family is not watching…just me? […]

Mar 27
York Sport Report: April 2023

We hear from our resident sports writer and York City F. C. fan, Simon Pattinson.  It never seems like a dull moment in the world of York City. It feels like there’s always something happening and it does seem like this long drawn-out process of finding a new owner to take over Glen Henderson is […]

Mar 27
Travel expert: Your essential holiday checklist

The summer holidays are nigh (get in!) and many of us are dreaming of deck chairs, palm trees and sunny beaches. But, before you go jet setting, there’s a few holiday essentials you must remember, Savannah Travel’s, Kerry Lakey gives us the low down… We may be in the middle of a cold spell as […]

Mar 24
Walking with the wanderer: Monk Bar, Monk Stray, and the Foss

Starting from the city centre, this walk explores the rural fringes of York’s northeastern suburbs. It includes a cycle track, an ancient bridleway, the little frequented far end of Monk Stray, and two stretches alongside the River Foss. Monk Bar, Monk Stray, and the Foss Starting from the city centre, this walk explores the rural […]

Mar 22
Horoscopes: April 2023

By James Christie TAURUS A very positive outlook for most Taureans who find themselves able to take on new projects and start putting some old skills to good use. There is a feeling of positivity and enthusiasm in the wind, partially caused by greater social activity and the hint of romance for singles – especially […]

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