Residents can get involved with shaping the improvement scheme for Foss Islands pathways on Saturday 13th January with a drop-in session at York Hospitals Sports and Social Club, Clifton.
Sustrans have begun work to improve the accessibility of the paths for those with mobility issues as well as prams, buggies, and those who engage with active travel.
Mark Sheffield from Sustrans said that everyone should be able to interact with York's green spaces.
HOPING Street Kitchen thank residents for Christmas donations
Helping other People in Need Group Street Kitchen has thanked residents and businesses for donating Christmas foods for vulnerable residents over the festive period.
The charity have voiced concerns over the increase in demand for their hot meals as the winter months bring cold weather.
Business Waste York helped donate 45 portions of soup, turkey dinners, and desserts. David Wilson from the company said that even though York is considered an affluent area, people are still struggling...
City of York Council is asking residents to think about what they'd like to see transport look like in the future through the council's Our Big Transport Conversation.
The public consultation shares 10 key policy areas to form a new Local Transport Plan that aims to deliver a more sustainable and reliable transport network.
Cllr Pete Kilbane told That's TV that York has a transport problem, and outlined some of the issues residents are struggling with.
City of York Council is launching a fresh appeal to recruit foster carers to support children and young people who can’t live with their own families.
The council hopes to build on community support seen during the COVID-19 pandemic and housing Ukrainian refugees to help foster one of the around 200 children and young people they care for.
Corporate Director of Children and Education Martin Kelly said they want to ensure that young people who are born in York can stay in York."
Disability campaigners joined together in the city centre last Thursday to celebrate the end of parking restrictions for blue badge holders
It comes as disabled parking in pedestrianised areas was banned in November 2021 by the previous Liberal Democrat/Green-run council, but which was reversed by the new Labour administration.
York Disability Rights Forum's Marilyn Crawshaw explained that it was a relief that the ban had been overturned, and hopes it won't be repeated in the future.
A York foodbank has growing concerns that demand for their service is only likely to worsen in the new year.
It comes as they've seen a rise in demand for the Leeman Road site, which has seen students and NHS staff looking for assistance during the winter months.
John Mcgall of I am Reusable said that despite the rise in demand, the York community are dedicated to helping improve the lives of those less fortunate...
Students at Fulford School have been raising funds for York Food Bank and other local charities this Christmas.
The big donation, organised by Sixth Form student leaders, is supporting charities such as Bear a Gift to donate teddy bears for children in hospital and Safe and Sound Homes for those facing homelessness.
Student leaders Christopher and Alice reacted to the funds raised and explained why they wanted to help these charities...
Author on Tackling County Lines
A Yorkshire-based author has been raising awareness on her fight against county lines crime at No 10 Downing Street.
It comes as Christina Gabbitas won a Point of Light Award for her voluntary work and for launching the Children's Literature Festival.
She is currently visiting schools across York and North Yorkshire with her Trapped in County Lines book to teach secondary school pupils about the dangers of being groomed into county lines.
That's TV asked Christina how it felt attending the No 10 event and why more needs to be done to educate local children...
A street kitchen in York has advised residents how they can help those sleeping rough this winter.
Helping other People in Need Group Street Kitchen has said they have seen more people seeking hot food and winter clothing as the weather continues to get colder.
Helen Meadows from HOPING explained that winter can have devastating effects on those who are homeless, but said that the York community is great at coming together at this time of year.
Ad Astra York Thank Residents for Support
An education service's headquarters that burnt down in a fire at Elvington Industrial Estate has thanked York residents for donating items and funds to restore the service.
Ad Astra York provides education to young people who struggle in mainstream education environments.
But a blaze on Tuesday that devastated their learning facilities on Tuesday means that they are looking to raise £100,000 to continue their work.
Kate Frankish walked through Tuesday's events and explained why they are determined to continue providing their services as early as next week...
York Central MP on Revised Rwanda Policy
York Central's Rachael Maskell MP has said that central government are wasting millions of taxpayer pounds as they push forward with their Rwanda immigration policy.
It comes as Rishi Sunak announced a range of measures, saying that the real question is for the Labour party, asking what is their plan.
The Labour MP what her party's plan is, as well as her reaction to the extra £100m that could be spent on the asylum deal.
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Downing Street has said the costs associated with the deal were set out in the original agreement with Rwanda and that it was always going to involve "additional funding".
Legal migration minister Tom Pursglove said the money would also ensure the policy is "robust", adding the scheme was key to reducing the funds being spent on housing migrants in UK hotels, which currently costs £8m each day.
A charity is hosting a carol service at York Minster on 16th December, led by autistic and disabled children.
York Inspirational Kids has worked with children with additional needs to help them take part in the event, where the children will read lessons and carols about what is important to them at Christmas.
CEO of York Inspirational Kids, Ruth Thompson, explained that involving the families of those with additional needs will create a truly inclusive event.
Funding for Bootham Futsal Club
City of York Council has granted funding to a York sports club after they doubled their player numbers.
Bootham Futsal Club - York has had an influx of interest in the ladies' team, adding that they aim to keep females of all ages involved in the sport for as long as possible.
Chairman and head coach Chris Collins explained how the funding will support women and girls looking to get involved in futsal.
IDAS Supports 16 Days of Activism
Since 25th November, York-based charity IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services) has highlighted the annual 16 Days of Activism campaign to examine the different ways in which women and girls experience abuse and violence.
Running until Sunday 10th December, #HumanRightsDay, the international campaign aims to raise awareness of different types of gender-based abuse and how they can be combatted.
Carmel Offord from IDAS explained that they want to equip the local community with the tools to take action...
Sounds Fun Singers Seasonal Concert
A singer's group is hosting their seasonal concert at St Chad's Church in Campleshon Road on Friday 8th December, intending to spread some festive cheer collect funds for Age UK York's Keep Your Pet Service.
Sounds Fun Singers have been running for 12 years, and have previously performed at York Railway Station along with several local choirs to raise funds for SASH, which helps to prevent young people from becoming homeless in the city.
Averil Rushton from Sounds Fun Singers explained they wanted the concert to promote some festive cheers as well as raise vital funds.
A York designer has won a Northern Design Award for restoring the York Minster Refectory building into a restaurant.
Restoration works by the Chapter of York aimed to transform the Grade II listed building after its former school closed in 2020.
York Minster Refectory also received a surprise opening by King Charles III and Queen Camilla in April.
Award recipient Rachel McLane shared how she reacted to the award and monarch's visit and explained what made this a personal project to work on.
A new e-scooter trial that implements the vehicles with a safety sound system is being trialled in York to protect blind and partially sighted people.
The Acoustic Vehicle Alert System emits a sound from e-scooters to improve pedestrian road safety, with the pilot working with the Thomas Pocklington Trust and North Yorkshire Sight Loss Council.
Iain Mitchell explained that this development in e-scooter safety could be taken up across the UK for the betterment of all road users...
A York charity has partnered with 12 not-for-profit organisations across the city to donate Christmas items to vulnerable families.
York Cares' Christmas Collection aims to donate 6,000 items, including toiletries, food, and warm clothing, to relieve those struggling with the cost of living crisis.
Ebba from York Cares explained that essential items provide a lifeline for families trying to enjoy the festive period with rising energy prices and food costs.
Teenager Saves Man from Bridge in York
A teenager has been awarded a Yorkshire Young Achievers Award for saving the life of a man on a York bridge.
19-year-old Owen Jeffers was on a night out when he happened across a man behaving oddly on Ouse Bridge.
Owen was able to convince the man down from the parapet and leave him in the care of police.
Owen explained how the events transpired and how he felt taking action when no one else did:
York Liberal Democrats have tabled a motion to get fair funding for lower-league football clubs including York City FC.
Councillors will be asked to back ‘Fair Game‘, a national campaign that calls for an independent regulator with a refocus on values rather than profit.
It will go before the full council tonight.
Cllr Darryl Smalley said urgent action is needed to protect historic local institutions such as York City that play a key role in the life of local communities.
