'Iconic' 1970's British TV show 'with strong cultural appeal' set for huge return
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'Iconic' 1970's British TV show 'with strong cultural appeal' set for huge return
• The 1970's show The Wombles is returning to screens with a new series for a fresh generation of viewers.
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 | Ilkley Gazettetoday Schools to merge as pupil numbers fall and budgets teeter on £1.6m deficit• TWO schools are set to be merged after falling numbers of pupils saw them face a £1.6m budget deficit. |
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 | Wetherby News (National World)today From tragedy to triumph as Wetherby village cricket club celebrates 100 years with opening of new pavilion• A Wetherby village cricket club has celebrated a remarkable milestone after overcoming devastating setbacks to secure a bright future for generations to come. |
City of York Council - Newstoday Magistrates order owner of uncontrolled dogs to pay £2,700• After a series of incidents involving dangerously out‑of‑control dogs and persistent anti‑social behaviour, York Magistrates’ Court has ordered the owner to pay £2,762. |
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 | Harrogate Advertiser (National World)today Well-known family lawyer is 'honoured' to be appointed to Harrogate BID board• A well-known senior family lawyer says she is “honoured” to be appointed to the board of Harrogate Business Improvement District. |
 | York Press - Sporttoday ‘It’s never coming home’ - Fans react to England v Croatia team news• “With this line-up, it’s never coming home.” England fans have voiced concerns the side’s opening match of the World Cup against Crotia |
 | York Press - Sporttoday England fans hail 'lucky man' Harry Kane after VAR let off• “Harry Kane, you lucky man. |
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City of York Council - Newstoday Noisy ‘party house’ quietened following council's action• Complaints from neighbours, about noisy groups partying in a hot tub at a holiday let, allowed the council to work with the owner, with no further complaints. |
City of York Council - Newstoday York's Health Trainers create quick tips to stay healthy• The council's Health Trainers are encouraging residents to look after their health and wellbeing as the largest-ever FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off this week. |
 | YorkMixtoday Selby Abbey reveal ‘exciting’ update one year on from £1 million project• The post Selby Abbey reveal ‘exciting’ update one year on from £1 million project appeared first on YorkMix. |
North Yorkshire planning applicationstoday View and comment on minerals and waste or council planning applications• See what is planned in your area. |
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