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‘SWIFT NICKS’ NEVISON

Features, In Bygone Years
“Did you ever hear tell of that hero, bold Nevison, that was his name. He rode about like a bold hero, and with that he gained great fame.” “He maintained himself like a gentleman, besides, he was good to the poor; he rode about like a bold hero and he…

January 2018

Antiques With Gary Don, Features
Dear Gary, I have an old jug that belonged to my Grandmother. Could it be worth anything? Thanks Dear Kathleen, thank you for your email. Your jug is a copy of a Clarice Cliff design jug. In today’s market it would sell between £15 – £20. However it is worth…

January 2018

Diary Of A Pawnbroker, Features
January and February are among the busiest months in the pawnbroking calendar. It’s not surprising as there are plenty of times of the year that compete for the title of ‘most expensive month’ but January has to be the overall winner. With everyone struggling due to the overspending brought about…

Ladies Of Yorkshire Put Heads Together For Breast Cancer Charity

Charity
Volunteer ambassadors for Breast Cancer Haven Yorkshire have put their heads together to help keep breast cancer patients warm and cosy during their chemotherapy treatment this winter, whilst helping to raise valuable funds for the charity. The ‘Be Cosy’ knitted hat appeal is the brainchild of Soraya Usman of Thorner,…

New Cataract Biometry Machine At Wharfedale Hospital

Health, Healthcare
A brand new, state-of-the-art cataract biometry machine has been installed in the Pre-assessment department at Wharfedale Hospital in Otley, part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT). The device brings benefits to patients by achieving greater accuracy in images, which leads to more reliable surgical outcomes. The machine – an…

ARE YOU THE PROUDEST MOTORBIKE OWNER IN THE UK?

Motoring
The team behind a premium range of motorbike cleaning products is on the lookout for the proudest motorbike owner in the UK. The biker that judges deem to take the most pride in their motorcycle will win a year’s supply of motorbike cleaning products. Whilst many Britons who own a…

Yorkshire Cricket Foundation Wins National Lottery Support

Cricket, Sport
The Yorkshire Cricket Foundation has received initial support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the Yorkshire’s Cricket Heritage: A Lasting Legacy project. Made possible by National Lottery players, the project aims to protect and celebrate Yorkshire’s cricketing heritage. Development funding of £32,100 has been awarded to help Yorkshire Cricket…
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