Category: Local News

Previously shelved proposals for a new community and housing settlement south-west of Escrick, Heronby, have been unearthed and revitalised, with residents presenting their views on the project at a public exhibition this October.  Taking its name from the ancient woodland Heron Wood, over half of the Heronby site would be green space, including a country […]

A free, six-month employment readiness training programme has now been launched for deaf and hard of hearing adults living in York.  Delivered by York-based Living 4 Moments with support from the Trailblazer Community Grant, the new Sensory Pathway Pilot aims to provide free, tailored employment support, complete with BSL interpreters to ensure accessibility.  The scheme […]

While many of us may associate entrepreneurial spirit with youth and young bucks, the older business leaders in our region are bucking national trends.  According to a study published by Virtual HQ, which analysed Companies House data for over 474,000 companies incorporated between August 2025 and July 2026, York is home to one of the […]

While the understanding of autism has come a long way in recent years, people on the spectrum still face stigma in the workplace, and may find it harder to secure a job than their peers. According to Autism Policy and Services: Employment research, there were around 922,000 working-age disabled people with autism in the UK […]

First established in 1999, Mainstay is a York-based charity and specialist organisation committed to supporting local people with a broad range of mental health concerns.  Mainstay estimates that around one in four of us suffer from mental ill health, ranging from anxiety and work-related stress to severe depression or psychosis, requiring intensive health professional support. […]

Celebrating one million skaters over two decades, York’s original and largest open-air ice rink – Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland – returns to York Designer Outlet from 13 November to 3 January. With a thrilling funfair, magical Santa’s Cabin and cosy alpine café-bar, York’s award-winning festive event offers fun for all ages. A showstopping 30ft high Christmas […]

This month, our globetrotting salesman Kenz found his way into the National Library of Latvia, where he captured this snap of a beautiful 16th-century printing press. Gini, our MD, worked out that it’d take a whopping 301 YEARS to produce just ONE month’s run of Your Local Link issues using this old-school press (that’s 91,000 […]

Since playing the much-loved, early-90s Coronation Street fixture Steph Barnes, actress, screenwriter and playwright Amelia Bullmore has gone from strength to strength. Appearing in heavyweight British comedy offerings including I’m Alan Partridge, Riot Women, Jam, Big Train, Brass Eye, Twenty Twelve and Shameless, she has also found small-screen acclaim in iconic TV shows such as […]

York is famed for its rich history, which continues to attract millions of tourists each year. Next month, York Unlocked 2026 will provide residents with exclusive and unprecedented access to some of the city’s most famous historic buildings and attractions, for free! Thinking of taking a deep dive into the most fascinating aspects of our […]

Home to more than 140 ghosts and the site of over 500 recorded hauntings, our city is regularly rated amongst the most haunted in the world. To celebrate Halloween, we caught up with one of York’s best-loved spectral figures, the Grey Lady of York Theatre Royal, for a chinwag about gin, forbidden flings, and the […]

York Environment Festival returns next month, showcasing the tireless work of local environmental groups. From 3 October to 1 November, residents and visitors are invited to ‘go green’ with an extensive, citywide array of environmentally focused events and activities – check out our pick of the programme!  3 OCTOBER FUTURE ECO WARRIORS SEED THE RAMPART […]

Next month, the people of York are invited to a special one-day symposium, which will shed light on the captivating historical artefacts and discoveries unearthed in our city.  The Richard Hill Symposium focuses on the history of the Coppergate Dig (1976-1981), one of the UK’s most significant Viking-age archaeological explorations, and the dig that inspired […]

Eden Camp Modern History Museum has unveiled the line-up for its ever-popular ‘Back to the 1940s’ weekend, which returns next month.  Run in partnership with Pickering CIC, this two-day spectacular welcomes visitors of all ages to enjoy live music, explore period displays, and buy memorable and authentic souvenirs from a range of vintage stalls dedicated to […]

Thinking of joining a club? Whether you’re stuck for things to do in York or are simply hoping to give your social life a bit of a boost, there are all sorts of groups and clubs available to join in and around the city. Check out our pick of some of the best! SOCIAL YORKIES […]

First established as a youth centre over 80 years ago, Door 84 is a trusted local charity based in the heart of The Groves. Over the years, the charity has expanded its reach, and now offers dedicated support and services to young people, adults with disabilities, and the wider local community. From its Lowther Street […]