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Bishopthorpe Road in 1983 BISHOPTHORPE Road has changed so much since this photo was taken in 1983. The black and white image of a rather suburban parade of shops seems a world away from the colourful, bustling and cosmopolitan area now affectionately known as Bishy Road. More regarded for its flat whites than its flat caps today, the changing face of Bishopthorpe Roads shopping area reflects what has happened to the city as a whole. Cafe culture has taken York by storm, with coffee sh...

February 26, 2021 : By Jacob Couch - Office of Communications & Public Engagement Liberty students spent a week in Lake Charles, La., cleaning homes and yards damaged by hurricanes. As the team of college students approached the Louisiana neighborhood, they were taken aback by the number of homes that had been destroyed by water and wind damage. Three hurricanes had blown through the area surrounding Lake Charles, La., in a period of 12 weeks this past year. When homeowners saw the team from ...

ICE-SKATING and boating on the pond, fishing in the lake, birthday party picnics, splashing in the pool and playing tennis - these just some of the warm and wonderful memories of Rowntree Park. Readers have been reminiscing following an article in The Press about how the park will be celebrating its centenary this year. This prompted readers to share memories of why the park is special to them in our Facebook nostalgia group Why We Love York - Memories. John Grant said: "My memory is of...

IT all began with a photo of the Northern Supermarket in Whitby Avenue in York. We asked readers if they remembered the store - which some reported to be Yorks first supermarket - and the floodgates opened. Readers have been sharing memories, not only of the Northern, but also of a long list of other well-known and loved supermarts in York that are no longer with us. And weve had a look through our archives to find some old photos of some more of Yorks long lost supermarkets. The photos...

BRITAINS favourite takeaway chain has been revealed - and you may be surprised at the result.

But many York pubs are long gone - never to return. Recently, we wrote about 10 pubs we all miss - and asked readers to share which locals they are sad to see disappear. We were inundated with responses - so heres a little trip down memory lane, recalling some of our favourite pubs of yesteryear... Many replies were posted in our new nostalgia social media group, Why We Love York - Memories, on Facebook. If you would like to join the group click here - wed love to see your photos and he...

LOCKDOWN has led many people to get more creative in the kitchen - with small independents in York helping out with ingredients. With a rich choice of suppliers in and around the city now doing doorstep deliveries, from delicatessens to green grocers, there has never been a better time to try new dishes. The Press Love Local Business campaign is promoting the efforts of independents in York to help showcase how they are operating during lockdown and encourage readers to continue their lo...

The Press is today relaunching its Love Local Business campaign to support independent operators in York and help them survive the Covid-19 crisis and beyond. Many small businesses were already on the brink ahead of the latest last-minute lockdown, with peoples livelihoods more reliant on local support now than ever before. With independent businesses making up 65 per cent of Yorks economy, they are the backbone of our city. It is vital we continue the local shopping habits embraced in 20...

Tasty take-out food and drink available in York during the third national lockdown AS York goes into another lockdown and non-essential shops as well as cafes, restaurants and bars close - we highlight where you can still get take-out. If you fancy a treat and want to support local businesses - here are 7 places you can visit for take-out food and drink. Wed love to know your favourite places - please send us your recommendations along with pictures via the Send Now button at the bottom ...

All entries must be with us by 6pm. The Shuttle has teamed up with Cooks Garden Centre in Stourport to find the best outdoor lights and decorations in Wyre Forest. The winner will receive £100 of vouchers to spend at Cooks which stocks an enormous range of lights and decorations. There is £75 of vouchers for second place and £25 for third place. To enter just click on the Send Now button below. Good luck! The Shuttles Christmas Lights competition "We have joined with Cooks Gard...