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Drift away with the beauty of Sri Lanka
|Travel and Environment

Drift away with the beauty of Sri Lanka

Once again Philippa Kaye Travel blogger and author, shares with us her experiences of her extensive travels. This time Philippa visits Sri Lanka. Serendipity - the phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for. That’s the definition, but have you ever wondered where the word Serendipty came from? Probably not, but let me tell you anyway. It was inspired by one of the former names of Sri Lanka, Serendib, and that to me, is what Sri Lanka is all about. Let me explain. It has

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A statement on behalf of the Welcome to Yorkshire Board of Directors
|Business

A statement on behalf of the Welcome to Yorkshire Board of Directors

Constructive talks held on the future of Welcome to Yorkshire (WTY) Options remain on the table for Welcome to Yorkshire’s future following an Extraordinary Board Meeting this afternoon. Board members met to discuss WTY’s future following the serious challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board discussed offers of financial support from local authorities across the region but says it needs further discussions with councils before a definitive option can be pursued. As lockdown ea

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Yorkshire Wildlife Park has re-opened with a big splash
|Lifestyle

Yorkshire Wildlife Park has re-opened with a big splash

The award-winning park is making the most of its 150 acres and five kilometres of paths to make sure guests can enjoy the unique surroundings safely. The playful polar bears relished cooling off in their 8-metre deep lakes as temperatures soared and the park welcomed visitors after lockdown restrictions were lifted. “It’s great to see the polar bears having such a fun time - they seem as if they are really pleased to see the visitors back again. They’ve been keeping cool diving in and splashin

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The Wizards Magic Chocolate launches on Ocado
|Yorkshire-Kitchen

The Wizards Magic Chocolate launches on Ocado

York based innovative chocolatier, The Wizards Magic Chocolate, announces its launch on Ocado. The 1% sugar, vegan friendly, gluten free and high fibre chocolate, which is made in 100% recyclable packaging, has secured its place in the UK's leading online supermarket following its launch to consumers last year. Founder Charlie Simpson-Daniel says: "We're delighted to bring our Magic Chocolate to Ocado. We are working with a fantastic buying team and believe that together we can bring our magic

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Micro Business Matters
|Business

Micro Business Matters

Yorkshire: Where Your Micro Business and You Matter Yorkshire Coast based Tina Boden is a leading voice for micro business in the UK and an expert on the impact the wellbeing of a micro business and the owner of that business has on each other. Third generation self-employed, Tina has been running micro businesses in Yorkshire in different sectors for over 30 years and knows a thing or two about how the smallest of businesses tick. Helping micro business owners with development and growth is

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5 things you won’t be able to do when you go back to the salon
|Fashion and Lifestyle

5 things you won’t be able to do when you go back to the salon

The countdown to getting your hair cut or roots coloured is now on. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced salons can reopen on 4 July – and salons across England are busily working to get ready for clients. But when they return, it will be a very different experience than before. Three-times North Western Hairdresser of the Year Marcello Moccia, owner of Room 97 Creative in Wakefield and Leeds, says his team have been working throughout the lockdown to get the three salons ready for clients to

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How long does it take to sell a house through probate?
|Business

How long does it take to sell a house through probate?

321Move are proud to offer advice to those selling or inheriting property through probate during the COVID-19 lockdown. Unfortunately, the recent rise in deaths due to COVID-19 has led to a rise in properties being sold through probate. For those inheriting property through probate, the last few months have been a particularly difficult time. 321Move are proud of offer guidance and advice for those who are now unable to sell their home due to lockdown restrictions. In the UK and Wales, probat

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Martin Kemp reduces ticket prices for NHS staff for 80s party at Scarborough Spa
|Lifestyle

Martin Kemp reduces ticket prices for NHS staff for 80s party at Scarborough Spa

As a thank you to NHS staff, Martin Kemp has reduced ticket prices for his Back To The 80's DJ Set which will visit Scarborough Spa later in the year. With a valid NHS ID, NHS staff can now gain a 20% discount on tickets for the party on Friday 6 November 2020. Set to be the biggest 80s party to hit Scarborough this year, the one and only Spandau Ballet legend and TV heart-throb will play pop music from the decade of leg warmers and shoulder pads. Alongside his famous role as bassist in the i

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Ask the expert
|Lifestyle

Ask the expert

Our resident expert hairdresser Andrew Barton has been indundated with your "lockdown hair care" questions and has taken a break from his busy schedule to answer some of them today. Q1. From Annabelle: I’m a professional woman and spend lots of time on Zoom calls lately and have long hair which is looking somewhat bedraggled. Rather than simply put it into a pony tail, are there any other ways I can put up my hair to ensure that I look smart and well presented? A. With the amount of zoom ca

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Huddersfield Virtual Food and Drink Festival 2020
|Yorkshire-Kitchen

Huddersfield Virtual Food and Drink Festival 2020

It is not possible to stage the usual 'Live' Huddersfield Food and Drink Festival this year but the team are excited to bring you the 'Virtual' version! Working with Kirklees Council, to help with the reopening and recovery of the district as we emerge from lockdown, the organisers would love you to join them and help spread the word about how fabulous your business is and what delectable food and drink delights you can offer residents and visitors. If you would like to be considered for the F

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Unify PR & Marketing lend strategic support to local charity, Kirkwood
|Business

Unify PR & Marketing lend strategic support to local charity, Kirkwood

West Yorkshire-based marketing and PR agency, Unify, has recently been appointed by Kirkwood to provide marketing support services as the charity navigates the Coronavirus pandemic. Drawing upon its PR and marketing expertise, Unify is responsible for amplifying Kirkwood’s services during this turbulent time. From PR and social media implementation through to retail marketing, Unify is working across the board to ensure that the critical work Kirkwood delivers is communicated widely to the loca

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Retailer donates thousands of items to help people in crisis
|Yorkshire-Kitchen

Retailer donates thousands of items to help people in crisis

Online food and drink retailer Approved Food has made a further raft of charity donations – co-ordinated by the company’s new charity volunteer Neil Waine. As street kitchens begin to reopen under the easing of lockdown, Neil and Approved Food MD Andy Needham have ensured there is plenty food and drink to go around. Five pallets of pasta, rice, tinned vegetables, cooking sauces and baking ingredients, along with essential toiletries, sanitary products, pet food and baby care items, were collec

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