Category: Local News

Share challenges, gain support and find new ways of working. A new scheme dedicated to product and process development and business growth opportunities is now available for local women-led businesses and female entrepreneurs. Women in business are invited to take part in an exclusive peer-to-peer programme where they will network, exchange ideas, and develop their […]

Awarding-winning production company NE Theatre are bringing Fiddler on the Roof to the stage from the 23rd until the 27th of April.  It’s set to be a real Easter treat for York’s musical fanatics as this latest interpretation of one of Broadway’s greatest ever hits arrives in the city. NE Theatre will bring Joseph Stein’s […]

North Yorkshire’s largest heritage railway organisation have launched a fundraising appeal to save Goathland Station’s Bridge 27a. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) are asking visitors, rail enthusiasts, and film lovers for vital support to repair Bridge 27A at Goathland Station, just an hours drive from York. The iconic bridge is better known as an […]

As International Women’s Week arrives in York this March, we thought we’d look back into York’s rich history to celebrate the brilliant and diverse female voices that strived hard against all odds — and the forces of patriarchy— to make their mark on our city. From ambitious businesswomen and academy-award-winning actors to the ground-breaking influencers […]

The best way to find a new beginning this March is by discovering a new community, York is packed to the brim full of fun clubs and associations— here are our top picks for the month.  Social Yorkies IVC An annual membership at Social Yorkies IVC will invite you into a brand-new community of over […]

The Wilberforce Trust are one of York’s oldest charities— they’ve been providing specialist sensory services for those affected by sight loss since 1833! To learn a little more about the inspirational and rewarding work they do, empowering people to make their own choices and have control of their lives, we sat down with one of […]

Whilst no one wants to spend too much time dwelling on the tragic day when a loved one passes away, it’s still well worth ensuring you’re prepared to give that person the extra special send-off they deserve and create the healing needed for those left behind. To make that conversation much easier, York-based Last Wishes […]

One of York’s best-loved nursery schools has launched a public crowdfunding campaign to help them afford new equipment. St Paul’s Nursery School are looking for £4,000 to pay for the bikes, scooters, and climbing equipment their new playground needs. The grade II listed nursery building in St Paul’s Square, Holgate—that has been home to the […]

York’s fairs are guaranteed to have that part you’re missing! 3rd March – Land Rover, 4×4 and Vintage Spares Day, Ripon Racecourse, HG4 1UG. 9:30am-2pm. Uncover unbelievable bargains as you peruse stand after stand of old tools, ex-army surplus, yard and shed clear-outs, stationary engines, autojumble, tractor parts, barn finds, agri-jumble and even vehicle sales! […]

Grand Opera House York have announced that Britain’s longest-serving pantomime dame will not be part of the cast for their next production. After three years at Grand Opera House, and a further 45 at York Theatre Royal, Berwick Kaler has been a mainstay on York’s theatre scene since 1977. His presence has been so continuous […]

Ate O’Clock York on High Ousegate are offering an exclusive Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea menu for one day only — Sunday the 10th of March—from 12-5pm. Featuring a selection of sandwiches, cheese scones, scotch eggs, sausage rolls as well as a range of cakes, desserts and more, all for the price of just £30 per […]

Discover the furniture you’ve been longing for at Rodgers of York. The third-generation family business has been supplying the finest quality furnishings to the residents of York since the 19th century.  The dedication to delivering unparalleled customer support that marked them out as an industry leader back in 1890 still unwaveringly underpins their service, making […]

One of Yorkshire’s fastest-growing businesses have announced the opening of a new showroom. Jorvik Tricycles — a Wheldrake-based and industry-leading adult tricycle manufacturer— revealed that their brand new experience-led showroom, tricycle workshop, and state-of-the-art indoor test track will be opening for free to the public from today. The new 6,000 sq ft bespoke showroom is situated […]

When it comes to planning a night out, you might consider going out for a pizza and a game of bowling, darts, pool, or head out for a cocktail. While we are blessed that York has great options for all of those activities in abundance, there hasn’t really been a place that allows you to […]