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York’s Park & Pedal Initiative
York’s Park & Pedal initiative is set to make the city a greener and more glamorous place…
The York Vintage Fair
The York Vintage Fair returns to York Guildhall this Sunday hosting garments, accessories and home wares from bygone eras. Whilst…
High streets no longer high end?
Research carried out by the Local Government Association has found that the increased presence of strip clubs, bookies and fast food takeaways on local high streets is slowing down the rejuvenation of high streets and deterring shoppers.
York submits bid for ‘Portas Pilot’ cash
York has submitted a bid to be one of 12 towns to share in a £1 million fund spearheaded by Mary Portas to be spent on the improvement of their high street stores
Morrisons criticise large out of town retailing
Yorkshire based Supermarket Morrisons chief executive, Dalton Philips, has critised large out of town “big box” supermarkets, as “soulless sheds”.
Urban Outfitters to Open York Store
It will be welcome news to many that American fashion chain Urban Outfitters is coming to York.
Favourite Sale Picks for Him & Her
Most sales end this weekend, but there is still some fantastic choice available on York’s high street. After all, retail therapy is a great cure to January blues!
Independents show initiative in hard times
With the constant threat of the chain store it is great to here that the independents are trying out new initiatives to get people through the door.
Hawkin’s Bazaar stores enter administration
The futures of York’s Hawkins Bazaar store on High Ousegate and its employees are in doubt as the chain was put into administration today.
Christmas Holidays – too much time off?
With Christmas closures and extended holidays over the festive period, we debate whether this is fair and whether two weeks off is really necessary.
The Micklegate Quarter is born
A collection of independent businesses have come together to create The Micklegate Quarter, a new shopping and dining area surrounding Micklegate.
Thousands face Xmas delivery headaches
With the Christmas season upon us, not everyone is full of festive cheer, as delivery service Yodel has been receiving a wealth of criticism for leaving lots of empty spaces beneath family Christmas trees this year.
Top 10 Christmas Jumpers in York stores
This item of outrageous outerwear became popular in the 70’s and have been spotted on the catwalk this Fall, with the likes of Missoni, Burberry and Alexander McQueen. It’s the time of year to rock the festive sweater.
Surprise voiced at York Retail Awards results
Surprise has been voiced at the results of a new awards ceremony for local retailers and restaurants in the city, despite it in part being decided by a public vote.
Fender guitar offer at Musicroom
Aspiring guitar heroes will be pleased to hear that the legendary Fender brand is on offer at Musicroom just in time for Christmas.
