An ex-British Army civilian worker who stalked a North Yorkshire schoolgirl spent six months in a Taliban jail, York Magistrates’ Court heard.

A push for more control and long-term funding could soon strengthen North Yorkshire’s future, say top officials.

A “one-man crime wave” carried out a shoplifting spree over the festive period targetting shops in Scarborough and Whitby.

Nat Garrington runs Ebor Fitness in Hospital Fields Road with her brother – and former Mr Universe – Stuart Garrington, and Andy Harkus.

The plans are part of York Council’s draft five-year Asset Management Strategy.

TWO flood warnings are in place for York and North Yorkshire as river levels continue to fall in the city and elsewhere.

Matt Haig is set to launch his latest book, The Midnight Train in York this May.

A road surrounding the Eye of York is set to close for motorists for nearly three weeks.

Alex Hunt believes he is thriving on confidence after being announced as York City’s Man of the Match on Saturday.

Two assists and one goal yesterday was the least that Greg Olley deserved for his efforts, according to York City manager Stuart Maynard.