Evening Press Reader's Letter In response to Mr Goodfellow's letter (January 19) about feeling ashamed of York and its people, I can only say that if he hates us so much, I am sure he would receive a warm welcome in South Africa. As for Mr Bragg's New
Evening Press Reader's Letter All men over 60 are now entitled to receive the winter fuel payment and should soon be able to claim it when an advertisement campaign is launched by the Department of Social Security. This is thanks, principally, to the
Evening Press Reader's Letter I see that Chris Titley and Julian Cole both decided to give us the benefit of their wisdom on the subject of Clause 28. Chris Titley (Evening Press, February 2) decries so-called religious bigots for daring to express opinions
People triumph over machines Heslington villagers were today celebrating a rare victory for people over machines. After a gruelling battle they have silenced four cash points. Neil had to go Statistics finally caught up with Neil Thompson. Just ten wins
SHOT ON TARGET Shotton favourite for City hot seat Former Oxford United boss Malcolm Shotton has emerged as the early front runner for the vacant York City manager's chair. The Huddersfield-based 42-year-old, currently scouting for first division Barnsley
Seizures of drugs in York pubs rise fivefold Seizures of drugs in pubs and clubs in York have risen almost fivefold in the past year, York police chief John Lacy has revealed. Vicar says sorry over attack on Queen Mum bells appeal The vicar who claimed
Evening Press Reader's Letter I am very much in favour of York Minster having quarter chime bells and understand the need for an appeal. But why on earth link this with the Queen Mother as 'a tribute'? Like any person, she is worthy of respect - particularly
Evening Press Sport NEIL THOMPSON FACT FILE (Compiled by Dave Stanford) Born: Beverley, October 2, 1963 Playing career: Released as apprentice from Nottingham Forest 1981-83: Hull City (31 appearances) 1987-89: Scarborough (87 appearances, 15 goals) 1989
Evening Press Sport Neil Thompson is one of York City's shortest serving managers. Only Charlie Spencer and Joe Shaw suffered shorter reigns than Thompson, who spent 11 months in charge at Bootham Crescent, with two of those as caretaker chief. CITY MANAGERS
Neil Thompson bid his final farewell to York City today, 11-months after taking over at Bootham Crescent. CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Neil Thompson faces the media at Bootham Crescent as the former City manager said his farewells at the club today Picture: Garry
Struggling York City today started the hunt for a successor to Neil Thompson with chairman Douglas Craig revealing the club were not inviting applications for the hot-seat. CHAIRMAN: Douglas Craig That implies the City board must already have their man
York Ladies are through to the quarter-finals of the Yetton Trophy following their storming 107-52 victory over Darlington. York took control right from the start and after five ends of play led by 31-11. By ten ends York had increased their lead with
Heworth and Acorn fly the flag for York in the BNFL National Cup third round on Saturday. National Conference first division side Heworth, who have been exempt until this round, face a tricky trip to second division leaders Eastmoor Dragons. The Wakefield
Pouring rain was no problem for this wrapped-up pooch. The animal, seen waiting for its owner outside the Evening Press offices in Walmgate, York, looked dapper and dry in his waterproof jacket despite it raining cats and dogs. And his bad weather clothing
Tony Blair "won't dare" implement the Government's plans to change the way benefits are paid because of the weight of public opinion against the move. That's the opinion of Steve Richardson, sub-postmaster at Bishopthorpe Post Office, near York, who has
A new fire station for north York may never be built, after councillors said they needed more time to decide whether to allow its location in the Green Belt. North Yorkshire's chief fire officer, Eric Clark, left a City of York Council planning and transport
I am not happy with Queen Mum tribute I am very much in favour of York Minster having quarter chime bells and understand the need for an appeal. But why on earth link this with the Queen Mother as 'a tribute'? More cuts will cripple services to families
If Craig Townend was not one of the armed robbers who snatched 20 of York's art treasures, then he is the victim of a series of "unlucky" and "unfortunate" coincidences, a jury has heard. Andrew Campbell QC was making the prosecution's closing speech
The closure of a major employer has dealt a devastating blow to Ryedale. Workers Michelle Wood and Ena Jackson outside the Malton Clothing factory, which is to close because of "market conditions" Workers at Malton Clothing in Welham Road, Norton, have
Evening Press Reader's Letter Reflections on 1000 days of Labour. We pay £8.50 tax on each £1.50 worth of petrol you buy, there is no mortgage tax relief, we still pay five per cent VAT on fuel to keep warm and traditional family life has been devalued
Evening Press Reader's Letter On behalf of the York and North Yorkshire branch of the British Association of Social Workers, we are concerned about the proposed cuts to the City of York family support services, services which are too poorly resourced
Evening Press Sport Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has warned clubs chasing former York City striker Jonathan Greening that nothing less than £2million will do. Tottenham Hotspur have joined Sheffield Wednesday in the chase for the transfer-listed
Evening Press Sport Neil Thompson could soon be back in work - as a Scarborough player. His experience may just be what Boro require as they push for promotion from the Nationwide Conference and a place at Wembley in the FA Umbro Trophy. Thompson was
Evening Press Sport Craig should go too - FACT YORK City fans group FACT have reacted to the news that Neil Thompson has been dismissed as City manager, by advising that chairman Douglas Craig should also consider his position. Spokesman Greg Stone commented
Evening Press Leader Statistics finally caught up with Neil Thompson. Just ten wins from 45 games in charge left his position as York City manager as untenable. He was unable to halt the slide which began under previous boss Alan Little and has paid the
York City's players have to take some of the blame for Neil Thompson's departure, said experienced goalkeeper Bobby Mimms. First choice 'keeper Bobby Mimms, who Thompson elevated to the coaching staff said "Neil gave me a ring at home when he found out
Evening Press Leader Heslington villagers were today celebrating a rare victory for people over machines. After a gruelling battle they have silenced four cash points. It is a small but significant success. We live in an age when technology dominates
Former Oxford United boss Malcolm Shotton today threw his managerial hat into the ring and admitted he was eyeing up the vacant Bootham Crescent hot seat. EARLY FAVOURITE: Former Oxford chief Malcolm Shotton Speaking to the Evening Press, Shotton said
Evening Press Sport FOOTBALL Saturday Civil Service (v Rowntree) from: Skelly, Healey, S Dowson, Whelan, Wells, Rule, Evans, Reagan, Heels, Dunnett, Sturdy, Clarkson, Thornton. Meet club house 1.00m ko 2.00. Problems rings 767247. Civil Service Res (v
The son of the head of the Prison Service - a student at York University - is planning to sue North Yorkshire Police after charges against him were dropped. James Narey, 18, the son of Prison Service director general Martin Narey, was due to appear before
Seizures of drugs in pubs and clubs in York have risen almost fivefold in the past year, York police chief John Lacy revealed today. Incidents of violence and public disorder have also risen, but a crackdown on drink-driving has been credited with reducing
The vicar who claimed the Queen Mother was the "grandmother of a dysfunctional family" today apologised to anyone upset by his remarks. The Reverend Dr John Roden, vicar of Appleton Roebuck, sparked a national furore when he wrote to the Evening Press
