SUZY Cooper began her York Theatre Royal pantomime career in Jack And The Beanstalk, and so did Joanne Heywood. Now the southern principal girl and the principal boy from York have that Bean There, Done That feeling because they are starring in Jack And
GRAND Opera House pantomime joker Aiden J Harvey couldn't stomach the British after-dinner circuit any more. He had had his fill of being expected to turn the air blue, and the risque requirements of late-night dinner gigs did not fit in with his gentle
JUDE Kelly is just as excited about her revival of Singin' In The Rain as she was about the Millennium production that was such a splash hit at the West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds. "Why do it again? It's two years since we did it at Leeds, and since then
RICHARD Ashton has appeared in Jack And The Beanstalk already this year, but what a contrast to this winter's pantomime engagement at York Theatre Royal. "It was in the summer at this theatre in Burbank, Los Angeles, about a quarter of a mile from Warner
WELCOME to the madhouse that is the build-up to the opening night of a pantomime. Jean Fergusson is applying silver dye and sparkling detail to her fairy shoes in a quiet moment in her Grand Opera House dressing room in York, only to be interrupted by
SHOPKEEPER John McGhie got the gift of life this Christmas - thanks to a York paramedic. John, 55, thought he was going to die after suffering a life-threatening stroke on the stairs of his convenience store. But thanks to the quick-thinking action of
In the first of a three-part review of the year, CHRIS TITLEY recalls the fateful day all things changed WHO can imagine what was going through the minds of the hijackers that morning? The rest of the world was blissfully ignorant of the inferno that
WHEN Jaguar launched its new X-Type range in the summer with prices way below the expected £30,000 level, it sent a cold shiver down the spines of the other luxury car manufacturers. Well, in three months' time watch out for the mass suicides, because
FROM the director of Pretty Woman and Runaway Bride comes one of those Cinderella and Pygmalion make-over movies that always pop up in the Christmas holiday season. It is made by Walt Disney; directed by fairytale specialist Garry Marshall; carries a
"It would be a tragedy if York were to lose its football club. "Like the Evening Press, York City is an important part of people's lives in the communities we serve and we are therefore keen to support the search for new owners. "If a Trust were to be
THE full draft statement issued by York City Association Football and Athletic Club Plc reads: By the end of February 2002 York City Football Club will be at the limit of its current overdraft facility at the bank. The current facility has been possible
YORK City chief Terry Dolan believes the club's league form has been hampered by the massive turn-over of players at Bootham Crescent forced by financial constraints. And Dolan is hoping with the announcement by the City board that they are to put the
THE future of York City Football Club was in the balance today after the club's board decided to put it up for sale and step down at the end of the season. The club announced record losses of more than £1,200,000 only four weeks ago, and its perilous
The only match bookings for York waters this pre-Christmas weekend are both at Fulford, which host the Local Angling Club tomorrow and Pudsey on Sunday. There is plenty of the Ouse to go at, but I would head to Poppleton if you are seeking roach action
A PIONEERING operation at York District Hospital has spared a man from getting a disfiguring eight-inch scar. Keyhole surgery on his broken leg means Lee Barker should be back on his feet much more quickly than if he had undergone a conventional operation
THE eccentric electrician who has gone without power at his York home for 26 years, was shown how to cook a slap-up Christmas dinner - using only his coal fire. Richard Checksfield, who lives an 18th century-like existence in an isolated bungalow near
KEV Deighton almost single handedly blasted New Earswick into the John Smith's Bitter Cup quarter-finals. He scored eight of his side's 11 goals without reply against Haxby Lions. Craig Whittington (2) and Dave Idden scored the others. Wigginton were
SESSIONS 'A' team have a commanding lead at the top of Focus Fireplaces York and District Table Tennis League division one over second-placed Fulford Road WMC 'A'. Sessions 'A' thrashed Bootham Conservative Club 'B' 9-1, with Chris Nichols and Mick Wilcockson
FESTIVE residents in a York street have raised hundreds of pounds for St Leonard's Hospice - thanks to their dazzling Christmas lights. Householders in Twin Pike Way, Wigginton, have adorned their properties in amazing illuminations which have attracted
YORK Rugby Union Club Under-10s won one and drew one of what were two of their most difficult matches so far this season when they entertained visiting teams from Driffield and Darlington last weekend. They beat Driffield 20-10 and then drew 10-10 against
UNOFFICIAL strike action is set to cripple train services on New Year's Eve. Arriva conductors are expected to call in sick on December 31 to protest against salary levels. The action will effectively halt the company's rail services, which include links
AS the phantom of extinction hovers menacingly over York City they would love nothing better than a case of dja vu at Spotland tomorrow. The Minstermen visit high-riding Rochdale on the back of a long winless run which has brought the spectre of relegation
YORK City fans across the country were today waking up to the news that the club they love is in serious danger of extinction. York City Supporters Club moved quickly to call on the fans to help to save the Minstermen. Some members of the YCSC were at
THE future of York City Football Club was in the balance today after the club's board decided to put it up for sale and step down at the end of the season. The club announced record losses of more than £1,200,000 only four weeks ago, and its perilous
LET'S get this straight. The first Civilisation was one of the finest games ever created, not only being endlessly enjoyable and deeply addictive, but also being one of the better educational titles you could find. How do you improve on perfection? Well
I WRITE on behalf of the organisers of the carol service in York Minster last weekend to apologise to almost 500 people that we were unable to accommodate for the event. Although the doors opened one hour before the start of the service, by 6.30pm nearly
ON behalf of the members of The Rotary Club of York Ainsty my thanks go to all those readers who supported, and gave so generously to, our Christmas collection when Santa and his helpers visited the York suburbs recently. A total of £4,300 was raised,
I AM sorry to read of N Hillen's disappointment with the treatment of his/her cat (Letters, December 6). Veterinary surgeries these days are expected to provide facilities akin to a cottage hospital with X-rays, ultrasound, anaesthetics, endoscopes, blood
THE funny letter from Ann Church about the 'Mickleg' Christmas sign in lights (December 18) prompts me to regret the re-naming of the Punch Bowl pub on Haxby Road as the Independent, which you also reported recently. I used to live nearby and watched
HIGHWAYS chiefs have ruled out any extra lanes on the A64 during phase two of the roadworks at Copmanthorpe. But they are hoping the single-lane contraflow will be removed for good by the end of May, in time for the Spring Bank Holiday and Queen's Golden
DETECTIVES probing the York body-in-a-suitcase mystery are set to speak to officers in Hampshire after the body of an Asian man was found dumped in a suitcase at a railway station. Hampshire Police have launched a murder hunt after the body of a man in
VANDALS are being blamed for causing a massive gas leak which sealed off a major city centre road. Traffic gridlock followed the suspected attack on waste ground in Layerthorpe which cracked a pipe and shot clouds of gas into the air. Gas workers and
YORK City Football Club's future today hangs by a thread. The cash-strapped club, which announced record losses of over £1.2 million four weeks ago, is up for sale and may cease to exist by the end of February. The club's board of directors are willing
RAIL passengers must wonder what they have done to deserve such shabby treatment. On the day Transport Secretary Stephen Byers admitted that Britain's railways are worse now than when Labour came to power, certain train companies announced above inflation
YORK City Football Club's future today hangs by a thread. The cash-strapped club, which announced record losses of over £1.2 million four weeks ago, is up for sale and may cease to exist by the end of February. The club's board of directors are willing
YORK City fans across the country were today waking up to the news that the club they love is in serious danger of extinction. York City Supporters Club moved quickly to call on the fans to help to save the Minstermen. Some members of the YCSC were at
SOLDIERS from our area who will be missing families and friends this Christmas while serving away from home have sent special messages to their loved ones. Among those who will be away from home are members of the 1st Battalion, The Prince of Wales's
PICKERING Town boss Jimmy Reid is looking for his squad to produce the perfect response following their disappointing North Riding FA Senior Cup exit. The Pikes slumped to a 2-1 defeat against Bedale on Tuesday night, but Reid wants his squad to put the
THE uniquely charming chapel at York Cemetery will be playing host to a traditional carol concert tonight. The White Rose Singers will be at the Grade II listed chapel from 7.30pm for an event featuring seasonal readings and a range of traditional carols
SHEPHERD 'A' saw their York John Smith's Men's Darts League division one title hopes take a serious setback when Cygnet 'A' stormed to a 7-2 win. Cygnet's skipper, Keith Turner, took the match within the singles with a fabulous 180 for 14 darts. Chas
YORK Minster is to investigate launching a permanent endowment fund to secure its long-term future. The Dean of York has revealed how he spent ten days in America this autumn, assessing whether large sums of money could be raised to establish such a fund
THERE is no doubting what will be topping the Christmas wish-lists of Selby and Pocklington as they prepare to do battle tomorrow at Sandhill Lane. The two sides currently occupy the bottom spots in Yorkshire One and are both in danger of the drop unless
PROTESTERS fighting plans to narrow a village road have lost their battle. Appleton Roebuck villagers gathered last week to oppose plans to build out into Main Street when Selby District councillors visited the site. But the scheme was voted through by
JAMIE Bucknell's school chums have donated £1,000 towards the appeal set up in his memory after holding a huge charity event. The cheque was handed over by sixth-formers who, along with teachers, helped organise the event. Head teacher Chris Bridges said
NEW Rochdale boss John Hollins is planning to kick-start his reign at Spotland with victory over York City tomorrow. The former Chelsea chief took over at high-flying Dale ten days ago, following former boss Steve Parkin's switch to Barnsley, but began
YORK City chief Terry Dolan believes the club's league form has been hampered by the massive turn-over of players at Bootham Crescent forced by financial constraints. And Dolan is hoping with the announcement by the City board that they are to put the
HUNTING is set for a return to Malton for the traditional Boxing Day meet. But hunt officials fear it is unlikely they will be able to travel out into the surrounding countryside due to foot and mouth restrictions. Hounds from the Middleton Hunt, which
HIGHWAYS chiefs have ruled out any extra lanes on the A64 during phase two of the roadworks at Copmanthorpe. But they are hoping the single-lane contraflow will be removed for good by the end of May, in time for the Spring Bank Holiday and Queen's Golden
Irish challenger Adamant Approach can hit the jackpot at Ascot tomorrow by landing the £100,000 Ladbroke Handicap Hurdle. Trained by Willie Mullins - well-known as the handler of top chaser Florida Pearl - Adamant Approach will have the top-class services
CHRISTMAS cheer at York City evaporated quicker than snow on a hot-plate today after a momentous night of foreboding. The decision of the club's directors to effectively put the club up for sale - tagged with an ominous warning that it may even cease
YORK City supporters spoke of their shock today to news that the club has been put up for sale. Val Jefferson, who runs the paper shop behind the ground with her husband Colin, said she was "very surprised". "We hadn't heard any rumours from fans coming
TAKING a real-time strategy game to a new dimension is never easy. Most games companies bid for bigger and bolder, but Battle Realms succeeds because it goes the other way. Here, you will control just a handful of units as you try to steer your Japanese
RADIO-CONTROLLED cars racing each other around circuits could have been great fun, but this is marred by the same problems the PC version has. For a game based around stunts, it's annoying that if you try to pull off the stunts, you'll most likely lose
PRESENTS from family and friends are among the most exciting aspects of Christmas - and this year we at St Leonard's Hospice have received the most exciting gift - our new in-patient annexe. Thanks in great part to Evening Press readers, and their friends
A SURPRISE, this one. I hadn't thought Microsoft's splendid real-time strategy would make the journey from PC, but here it is. The conversion is handled fairly well, apart from the crying need for a mouse for the PS2 to make life easier when you're controlling
AT last Bond gets a decent outing on the PlayStation, and this merges the action of the N64 game Goldeneye with a clutch of driving and shooting games as well. Cracking fun, it has a multiplayer battle option to boot. Throw in some fine deadpan humour
OK, I didn't understand the appeal of the original Train Simulator game, so I shall stick with reporting that for those who couldn't get enough of it, then this add-on pack boasts 30 activities to liven up the train run. They do the job they're supposed
CRASH Bandicoot's return was a bit of a shock to me, not only because of its appearance on PlayStation 2, but also that its original developer, Naughty Dog, has handed over the rights to Universal Interactive. Crash's latest appearance, graphics-wise,
