Category: Local News

Jul 19
Taking the battle against Cancer into their own hands

This August at Your Local Link we are very excited to be promoting the efforts of York Against Cancer, a local charity who have raised over £20 million for cancer patients.  Their mission is to make a difference to everyone affected by cancer and have continued to do so through groundbreaking research – by providing […]

Jul 19
Time Travel: Heslington Hall

By Mike Quarton In this edition of Time Travel, we’ve set out a little beyond York’s vibrant city centre into the leafy suburb of Heslington to take a look at the Grade II listed building and its serene gardens. The Hall is located on the intersection of tree-lined University Road and Main Street Heslington. From […]

Jul 19
Cleaning hacks

Well, what can we say? Our days of following Mrs Hinch’s Instagram stories have inspired us to share some handy cleaning hacks we’ve picked up along the way. We hope you find these useful.  Think sinks  Kitchen drains can often get a build up of bacteria which can cause funky smells in your home. Start […]

Jul 19
Top tips for the perfect road-trip 

With the summer holidays in full swing almost all of us are going to find ourselves taking on the sometimes daunting prospect of a family road trip to the other-side of the country; whether that be to visit family, to attend an event or festival, or as the first leg of a big summer holiday. […]

Jul 19
Path to success

York Learning are running the Autumn edition of their biannual jobs fair on the 20th of September. It’s the place to be for anyone looking to make the next step in their career, where you can build contacts with employers and learn about the range of professional courses York Learning run. The fair will run […]

Jul 18
Bring home the brilliant colours of the Barbiehouse

Here at Your Local Link, we’ve properly caught the Barbie fever and are counting down the days until Greta Gerwig’s blockbuster starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling releases to cinemas.  Weeks of anticipation for the movie has added fuel to the growth of 2023’s hottest style — Barbiecore. Put simply, this is essentially everything pink, […]

Jul 18
Award-winning woods

York Community Woodland was honoured at the Yorkshire Show last week by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, the Royal Forestry Society and the Forestry Commission who agreed it was the deserving recipient of the John Bobby Award for forestry.  Winning the award will come as great encouragement to the organisers but readers should be sure that […]

Jul 18
Go loco for Yorkshire’s transport history

This September is set to be a special month for train enthusiasts. North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their passenger service in style, turning their annual steam gala into an extravaganza. This celebration of half a century in steam will feature the very best of NYMR’s fleet of engines alongside […]

Jul 17
Don’t let Tutankhamun maze become your tomb

York Maze finally revealed their design for the 2023 Maze, in time for their opening on Saturday the 15th of July. Legendary Pharaoh King ‘Tut’ Tutankhamun will be the star of this year’s design and his iconic golden sarcophagus will be the backdrop for hours of summer fun at the maze.  Farmer Tom Pearcy is […]

Jul 12
REVIEW: Rosa’s Thai York

On an unexpectedly blustery rain-swept evening, we were lucky enough to be warmly welcomed into Rosa’s Thai; located where Coney Street meets St Helen’s Square, to try out their mouthwatering Bangkok-inspired cuisine.  Upon arrival, two polite members of staff quickly showed us to our seats, an early tea meant we had the pick of the […]

Jul 06
Cool it down

Keep your home nice and cool this summer with these five handy tips. Cotton on!Sick of waking up all clammy? Choose bed sheets that are made from natural fibres. Breathable cotton will keep most excess moisture at bay.  Close those curtains If your home feels like a permanent oven, try to keep the curtains closed where […]

Jul 06
REVIEW: The Potions Cauldron Group

York is known for many things but holds a particular place in the hearts of those who adore all things magic. From Harry Potter to hidden horrors, there’s certainly something mystical about this city. In the last few years, The Potions Cauldron Group have created several magical experiences across the city of York and recently, […]

Jul 04
REVIEW: Middletons afternoon tea

Originating in the nineteenth century, the humble afternoon tea goes way back. Since then, this little luxury has become a staple of British culture. Served across cafes and restaurants in this city and beyond, afternoon tea is a pastime that, let’s face it, will never go out of style. Created by their in-house pastry chef, […]

Jul 04
A micro solution

Looking for a non-surgical, low-maintenance solution for hair loss? Located at Clifton Moor, specialist scalp micro pigmentation (SMP) business, derma. microtech offers treatments that help to conceal thinning hair, most types of alopecia, and scarring of the scalp. By applying organic micro-pigments to the scalp’s dermal layer, the treatment works to mimic the appearance of real hair […]

Jul 04
Care with a difference

For over 50 years Age UK York has supported older people, their families and carers, across York. They continue to support the most vulnerable living in our communities with a focus on how they can provide the best care each day.  There is a growing need for affordable, efficient and high-quality personalised care services in […]

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