Category: Local News

Whilst many of us were glued to our television screens last week or listening eagerly to the radio for the momentous news of the Coronation of His Royal Highness, King Charles III, Heslington Scout, Nung Sirisot made her way to Westminster Abbey to help coordinate the Coronation along with 400 other young Scouts.  Responsible for […]

Through the entrance of beautiful, North Yorkshire stately home, Castle Howard, the room is bright and filled with chatting groups of people, sipping Prosecco whilst admiring the beautiful, extensive grounds. From bakers to bloggers, we are the lucky few who get to exclusively try the products of a brand new partnership between Castle Howard and […]

Last Wednesday, over 20 local businesses, along with various VIP guests, including local Drag Star, Gayle Force, magician Adrian Salamon and The Sheriff of York, Suzie Mercer gathered at Barley Hall to celebrate the launch of the York Pride 2023 Wristband Scheme. These popular wristbands are a key source of funding every year. Costing just […]

Calling all foodies! Visit Malton has recently announced that the much-loved Food Lovers Festival will be back for two weekends this year, providing a fun and tasty day out for the entire family. Attracting over 43,000 visitors a year, the Malton Food Lovers Festival will make its triumphant return on May 27th and 28th. But […]

Local organisation, Bayfields Opticians and Audiologists has been praised for their efforts to raise money for charities that support those who suffer from hearing and vision loss. The team at Bayfields Opticians and Audiologists, which has its head office and nine of its 45 practices in Yorkshire and one in the city of York itself, managed to raise […]

First came the 1997 smash hit film, then came the theatre production, and now, the brand new UK tour of fast and funny ‘The Full Monty’ by Simon Beaufoy is coming to the Grand Opera House from the 17th- 21st of October. Come along and follow the hilarious and heart-warming story of Gaz and his […]

Having recently launched, the Let’s Get Better website is the go-to place for all your health and wellness information, if you’re a resident of York. With a wealth of helpful advice to support you, the website has been created on behalf of the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership, which provides health and […]

Led by an experienced teacher and supported by highly qualified staff, the team at St Aelred’s Nursery prides itself on putting children and their families, at the heart of everything they do.   Offering a play-based learning environment arranged in provision areas, with resources that promote independence and reflect the interests of the children in […]

Edible York are appealing for locals to help towards a harvesting initiative in preparation for autumn 2023. Abundance was created to reduce waste by donating locally sourced fruit to charities and community groups in the area. Now with their very own ‘Apple HQ’ on Sailsbury Road, volunteers can easily collect equipment and drop off collected […]

For centuries, research has shown that as humans we like being part of a tribe. With time this changed to family groups and with more time this has fragmented and morphed into various other groups such as networks and social groups. It is certainly beneficial to try out different types of groups and meet people […]

Independent charity, St Leonard’s Hospice, offers assistance and specialised palliative care to local residents who are suffering from terminal illnesses. With a wide range of services given in physiotherapy, social work, bereavement, occupational therapy, medical and spiritual care, they are committed to providing support for patients, their relatives, and their carers. As part of their […]

Nestled in the grounds of listed building, Middletons Hotel, is the Emperor’s Gym complex. Open to residents and non-residents alike, this inclusive gym serves as not only a place to let off some steam and improve your fitness, but it’s a space to join a welcoming community of like-minded gym-goers and trainers.  With a fast-increasing […]

The Blueberry Academy team is dedicated to providing specialist support for local people suffering with mental health issues, learning difficulties, and other disabilities, as they seek to develop employability and independence opportunities across York and beyond. The Blueberry Pop Up Shop is just one of the ways this fantastic organisation provide their trainees with vocational […]

Spring into action this month, and get your garden summer ready with our handy May gardening checklist.  For more information, please visit www.rhs.org.uk.

Home DIY is great if you have the right tools. Getting back to basics, we’ve listed our top tools for the home if you’re planning on giving your home interiors a little spring refresh this month.  Need a handy tool kit to get you started on your DIY mission? Click here.