Category: Columns

The White Horse at Kilburn I feel for the horse cut into the hill; he can’t shake his head or twitch his tail. When somebody steps on that one huge eye, he can’t blink them off like a bothersome fly. He never will kick up his heels and run; just lies there all day come […]

If you’re looking to make friends, take up a new hobby, or get out and about more in York, there are plenty of groups and clubs to join in and around the city… YORK ASPIRE  Meeting weekly in alternate locations (between Guppy’s Enterprise Club on Nunnery Lane and other local venues), York Aspire is aimed at local […]

By Dr Laura Pearce Is your pet’s breath making you back away rather than lean in for a cuddle? Bad breath – or halitosis – is one of the most common early signs of dental disease in cats and dogs. In fact, around 85% of pets over the age of three show some degree of […]

By Ben Robinson ‘The Taming of the Queen’ by Philippa Gregory – This novel focuses on the life of Kateryn Parr, the sixth wife of Henry VIII. One of Henry’s lesser-known wives, Kateryn is depicted as not only intelligent, but also cautious and brave, fighting for survival from a man now deemed a serial killer. Philippa Gregory’s talent lies in bringing historical figures to life, without sacrificing historical accuracy. Diving deep into […]

BY GARDENING EXPERT Tony Chalcraft As summer slips into autumn, Keats’s “season of mist and mellow fruitfulness” is almost upon us. This year has certainly been fruitful. The warm and almost frost-free spring has delivered an abundant harvest of ‘top fruit’ – that’s horticultural speak for tree fruit, especially apples and pears. With peak picking […]

This month, Your Local Link is proud to introduce Restore as our Charity of the Month! This local Christian charity provides much-needed accommodation and support for people who would otherwise be homeless, working alongside those who’ve experienced homelessness to help them rebuild their lives. As they approach their fifteenth anniversary, Restore has supported over 400 […]

By Riley Nichol York City FC proved themselves as formidable challengers in the 24/25 Vanarama National League, finishing in an impressive 2nd place and totalling 96 league points. Despite faltering in the playoff semi-final against a strong Oldham side, York City found an excess of joy throughout the season, winning 29 of their league fixtures […]

There’s plenty to see and do at York Maze, which offers a corn-packed programme of over 20 family-friendly activities – although there’s more than enough going on to keep any visitor happy, Your Local Link was here to corn-centrate on the latest offerings unveiled this summer: the immersive, Egyptian-themed Pharaoh’s Cornquest experience, and the spectacular […]

This August, Your Local Link is proud to present the burgeoning men’s social wellbeing group Menfulness as our Local Charity of the Month! First established in 2022 and run by a group of five friends from York, Menfulness is dedicated to providing a proactive and valuable support network for men, especially during the times in […]

Whether you’re planning on hitting the great outdoors, settling down in the garden, or hiding from the heat in your house this August, there are plenty of gadgets here to make your summer as comfy and carefree as possible…  Netgear M3 Mobile Router, £399.99 from netgear.com. A slow and unreliable WiFi connection can put a […]

August is one of the hottest months of the year, and keeping your health and beauty regimen on point can be a hassle in the heat. Your Local Link is on standby with handy health and beauty products to see you through the summer… City Survivor Night Support, £24.95 from citysurvivor.co.uk. Getting to sleep can […]

As one of the few months of the year when Yorkshire gardeners might be praying for rain, August can be a challenging (and hot!) time for the green-fingered. Whether you’re a casual cultivator or an all-year-round agriculturalist, the eighth month of the year can be a little sticky for the humble gardener. Never fear – […]