17+ hour, 34+ min ago   (189+ words) A mysterious character has insisted that their spooky gothic market in York will be safe – because he said he has “the Yorkshire ghostbusters coming”. Black Phillip, who docks a white face mask, black bowler hat and dark suit, will hold…...

19+ hour, 4+ min ago   (180+ words) A beer festival is preparing to get underway – in a York church. York CAMRA’s 52nd Beer and Cider Festival opens on Wednesday (September 16) to Saturday in St Lawrence Parish Church, off Lawrence Street. The Bishop of Beverley is due to bless…...

18+ hour, 39+ min ago   (301+ words) A new Christmas movie filming in York has announced its latest cast member – a rescued Beagle named Mateo. Mateo will join former Doctor Who actor and Blue Peter presenter Peter Purves on screen in the film, the Santa Express, due…...

21+ hour, 25+ min ago   (455+ words) Catherine Zeta-Jones has described the phrase “nepo baby” as “horrific”, adding: “These kids didn’t ask to be born into this.” The 56-year-old Welsh actress, known for roles in Chicago and Ocean’s Twelve, has given her opinion about the label assigned…...

20+ hour, 59+ min ago   (522+ words) More than 500 classic cars have turned out for a rally in York. The vehicles, which also included busses, lorries and motorcycles, were on display at York Racecourse from 10am to 4pm on Sunday (September 13). Sunday’s event is the York Historic Vehicle Group’s…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (146+ words) A Scarborough concert recently raised £172 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Organised by artist and drummer Daniel Ezeani, the event at Woodend Art Gallery and Studio united people from different backgrounds for cancer awareness and the importance of regular health checks. The…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (655+ words) A LIFELIKE sculpture of "a living statue" has been surprising shoppers in York city centre whilst raising funds and awareness for an experimental art school. 'Flora' is the creation of artist Rory Macbeth, and has been displayed in Davygate recently,…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (181+ words) A special concert in York will bring together three generations of musical talent on stage. The Steve Cassidy Band will perform at the Joseph Rowntree Theatre on Sunday, September 27, led by veteran musician and former headteacher Steve Cassidy. Mr Cassidy…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (203+ words) Exploding balloons, vortex smoke rings, and daredevil science experiments are set to take over the stage in a high-energy live show in York. Brainiac Live, the Olivier Award-winning family science show inspired by the Sky One TV hit, will arrive…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (306+ words) Hundreds of residents are set to enjoy a day of festive entertainment at the Lord Mayor of York’s annual Christmas Cheer Receptions. The Lord Mayor and Sheriff of York are inviting 400 residents aged 65 and over to the annual Christmas Cheer…...