Moxy Hotel renovations get green light; jeweller sign denied for not fitting historic area. York Council Approves Moxy Hotel Changes, Denies Jewellery Sign Hey, guess what happened with city planning stuff? They approved changes to the Moxy hotel. It’s on Black Horse Lane. The hotel can make the plant room roof a bit taller. They…
Swan Properties’ plan for apartments on Hempland Lane was rejected by City of York Council due to design and size concerns. Apartment Plans Refused for Heworth Bungalow Site in York Swan Properties wanted to build flats on Hempland Lane. Their plan was for two apartment buildings at number 45. The City of York Council said…
Explore Spurriergate in York through 9 facts revealing its Roman roots, name origin, and modern pedestrian evolution. Spurriergate York A History of Transformation in 9 Facts and Photos Spurriergate follows an old Roman road. The street has been rebuilt a lot and was once called Little Coney Street. Let’s explore this historic York street. Spurriergate…
Plan to convert a Halifax branch into a 24 hour adult gaming center faces opposition due to banking service concerns. Halifax Bank in Whitby Could Become Gaming Center, Sparks Concerns Alison Hume spoke in Parliament about Whitby’s Halifax Bank. It may become an adult gaming center. The bank’s Baxtergate branch is closing soon. Luxury Leisure…
Hannah Barrow will restore a neglected 100-year-old walled garden at Bryn Seiont Newydd care home near Caernarfon. Gardener Restores 100 Year Old Walled Garden Near Caernarfon Hannah Barrow got a new job as a consultant horticulturist for Pendine Park care. Her first task is restoring a 100-year-old walled garden at Bryn Seiont Newydd care home…
Giddos Gift, a charity remembering Jordan Giddins, is nominated for Pride of Britain funding to support young cancer patients. Giddos Gift Could Receive Pride of Britain Funding Boost The Pride of Britain Awards turns 25 this year. This special event celebrates amazing people in the UK, and the Pride of Britain Fund is giving money…
Police and Get Safe Online team up. They want people to be safe when dating online in Wales. The goal is to prevent fraud. North Wales Police Promote Online Dating Safety Awareness This campaign helps people date online safely. Get Safe Online is leading the charge, collaborating with North Wales Police. Andy Dunbobbin, a commissioner,…
The Unicorn pub in Oswestry has reopened with Scott Hester as the new licensee, following its closure in December 2024. Unicorn Pub Oswestry Reopens Under New Landlord After December Closure The Unicorn pub in Oswestry is open again! It had closed late last year, but welcomed customers back on February 7. Admiral Taverns owns the…
Flintshire Council approved a plan for homes in Gronant, despite concerns about parking & safety. Gronant Housing Plan Approved Despite Local Concerns Over Parking Flintshire Council approved a plan for the Gronant Institute. EMW Developments will redevelop the Llanasa Road site. The plan converts and extends the building, creating eleven apartments and townhouses. They will…
Relive Oswestry’s 2008 moments: food festivals, community challenges, sports, local heroes, school events, and more. Oswestry in 2008 A Glimpse into Town Life and Local Events Let’s look back at Oswestry in 2008 together. Readers can share old pictures. Just send them to gavin.grosvenor@newsquest.co.uk. Jay Morrison-Little, age seven, tried a crepe at the Oswestry Food…