October 2008
A1079 Hull Road, Dunnington: Carriageway Reconstruction
Wednesday 01 October 2008
City of York Council will carry out essential carriageway reconstruction and resurfacing along the section of the A1079 Hull Road, between York Road and Cafe lay-by this month. Auditions for York's first Youth Dance Company
Wednesday 01 October 2008
York's first youth dance company is looking for talented young dancers aged between 14 and 19 years old.Glen Short Breaks Home 'outstanding' say OFSTED
Wednesday 01 October 2008
A recent inspection of a City of York children's home for disabled young people has judged that the care provided is outstanding. Launch of York Business Forum
Thursday 02 October 2008
One hundred of York's top business leaders will attend the launch of the city's new business forum next week (8 October).Shiver me timbers! It's Bookstart Day
Friday 03 October 2008
Pirates, parrots and buried treasure can all be found in local libraries next week as York libraries celebrate national Bookstart Day on Friday 10 October.Out of school activities provision,
York High School
Friday 03 October 2008
The council has been working with its partners across the city to put together a programme of non compulsory out of school activities for pupils of York High School following this morning's fire. Young people in York say 'fitness, food and flowers' are our priority
Monday 06 October 2008
A major survey into what young people in York want from their city has stunned council officials.Mercury emissions
Wednesday 08 October 2008
Members of City of York Council will be asked to reaffirm the authority's commitment to reducing mercury emissions from the city's crematorium at a meeting this month (15 October).Are you in the YOzone?
Wednesday 08 October 2008
Young people across York can get discounted bus travel and enjoy a whole host of other offers if they have a YOzone card.Council tax for students - made easy!
Wednesday 08 October 2008
City of York Council and local universities and colleges have been working together to make it easier for students to apply for council tax exemptions and discounts.Household waste recycling centres winter opening times
Wednesday 08 October 2008
York's three Household Waste Recycling Centres have now moved to their winter opening times.Football tournament for youth teams
Wednesday 08 October 2008
Youth teams from across York will be testing their footballing skills later this month in a new football tournament from City of York Council's Young People's Service and Playfootball.Mental Health Day reminder
Thursday 09 October 2008
City of York Council is celebrating the success of its ground-breaking mental health support line this week to mark World Mental Health Day (10 October). Clifton Bridge repairs reminder
Friday 10 October 2008
City of York Council is reminding residents and commuters that Clifton Bridge will be the subject of extensive repairs from Monday 13 October as the council carries out work to replace parapets, relocate the lights, and strengthen concrete.Finance Chief takes up post
Friday 10 October 2008
City of York Council has a new financial chief. Ian Floyd, who joined the authority in September, took over the post of the authority's Director of Resources from Simon Wiles.New recycling trial starts
Friday 10 October 2008
Residents in the Groves area of the city will get their new recycling collection from next week (Tuesday 14 October).York High activities update
Friday 10 October 2008
Well over a hundred young people have taken part in the programme of voluntary out of school activities provided for pupils of York High this week.Parenting showcase
Monday 13 October 2008
Parents across York can get information about the range of advice and support available to them at a special showcase event this week (Friday 17 October).Council reaches licensing milestone
Monday 13 October 2008
City of York Council's Housing Standards and Adaptations team has reached a significant milestone this week, with the issuing of its has issued its 400th licence this week for Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMO) this week.Outcome of an Inspection by the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI)
Tuesday 14 October 2008
Senior councillors will receive the final report of the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) inspection into the city's social care services at a meeting of the council's Executive Member for Housing and Adult Social Services Advisory Panel on 20 October.Household waste recycling centre permit scheme
Tuesday 14 October 2008
A new permits scheme is being introduced at York's Household Waste Recycling Centres.City of York Council announces revised pay and grading deal
Tuesday 14 October 2008
City of York Council's Staffing and Urgency Committee agreed this afternoon (13 October) to a revised Pay and Grading package which will be put to a ballot of union members before the end of the month. Plans for new council HQ move forward
Tuesday 14 October 2008
Plans to create a new headquarters for City of York Council could take a step forward this month if councillors agree to proposals to start a competitive procurement process. 14 October: Benefit cheat prosecuted
Tuesday 14 October 2008
A York woman who claimed over £4,000 in benefits that she was not entitled to has been given a conditional discharge by magistrates and ordered to pay £1,000 in compensation to City of York Council.Celebrating Care Services
Wednesday 15 October 2008
The dedication and hard work of care staff at City of York Council has been recognised at a special celebration event.Germany Beck Village Green
Wednesday 15 October 2008
The non-statutory public inquiry to determine whether an area of land at Germany Beck should be registered as a village green will take place next week (21-23 October).Council crackdown on noise nuisance
Wednesday 15 October 2008
City of York Council is continuing its crackdown against noise nuisance after gaining its second Criminal Anti Social Behaviour Order (CRASBO) against a noisy neighbour in a week.Do something different in libraries
Thursday 16 October 2008
Forget the outdated image of libraries being a quiet place to read and research - City of York Council's libraries are looking for activities with a difference next week to celebrate 'Do something different in libraries fortnight' (18 October-1 November).Safer business driving breakfast event
Friday 17 October 2008
Driving is the most dangerous work activity that most people do, according to a report by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). Heslington Road, Fishergate, Carriageway Reconstruction
Friday 17 October 2008
City of York Council is to carry out essential carriageway reconstruction and resurfacing at Heslington Road. The work will start on Monday 3 November and is programmed to last for approximately two weeks.Photo opportunity: Decorating the Family Tree
Monday 20 October 2008
Some exciting new artwork is being unveiled at the Family Tree Children's Centre at New Earswick Primary School on 22 October. Libraries attend York Lesbian Arts Festival
Monday 20 October 2008
City of York Council's libraries team will be attending the York Lesbian Arts Festival later this month (Friday 24 and Saturday 25 October).York Library's Autumn book sale
Monday 20 October 2008
York's Central Library will host its autumn book sale later this month (Friday 31October and Saturday 1 November).Sixth Ave, Tang Hall, Carriageway Reconstruction
Monday 20 October 2008
City of York Council will carry out essential carriageway reconstruction and resurfacing at Sixth Avenue starting on Wednesday 22 October. The work is expected to last for approximately one week.Live Arts Week: 20 - 24 October
Tuesday 21 October 2008
Schools across York are celebrating Live Arts Week this week, with help from City of York Council's Arts and Culture team. Success for city's first Business Forum
Wednesday 22 October 2008
York's business leaders have hailed the city's first Business Forum a success.Wanted: project manager to deliver new Community Stadium for York
Wednesday 22 October 2008
Plans to develop a new community stadium for the city will take another step forward this week when City of York Council advertises for a project manager for the scheme.Youth group showcase work at international youth media festival
Thursday 23 October 2008
A group of young people from York will get the chance to showcase their media work on an international stage this week (24-26 October).Council's Customer Service Programme runner up in national awards
Thursday 23 October 2008
City of York Council's e-government transformational programme, easy@york, has been awarded second place in the finals of a national award for service transformation.Cowper Lane, Acaster Malbis - Culvert Repairs
Thursday 23 October 2008
City of York Council will carry out essential repairs to a surface water culvert pipe in Cowper Lane Acaster Malbis, starting on Monday 27 October. The work is expected to last for up to two weeks.Get Online Day
Thursday 23 October 2008
York's libraries will be joining in the celebrations for national 'Get on Line Day' this week (Friday 24 October).Safer business driving event success
Friday 24 October 2008
Around 20 company directors and fleet managers attended a business breakfast at St William's College this week to find out more about safer business driving. Shaping the future of York North West
Friday 24 October 2008
Young people in York will be creating a graphic and colourful interpretation of how the re-developed York Northwest area could look in 2026, next week (27-30 October). Tales of Nordic Nights
Friday 24 October 2008
One of Sweden's top storytellers will be weaving his magic at York Central Library on Tuesday 4 November.Youth digital arts academy launches in York
Friday 24 October 2008
Budding young film makers will be able to develop their skills with the launch of a new multi-media digital arts academy in York.Council bids farewell to Neighbourhood director
Monday 27 October 2008
City of York Council will be bidding farewell to its director of Neighbourhood Management early in the new year.New Yorkies get welcome to the city
Monday 27 October 2008
Students living in digs in the city will get an extra helping hand this year thanks to a new publication produced by City of York Council.Manor Lane-Carriageway Improvements
Tuesday 28 October 2008
City of York Council is to carry out improvements to the carriageway at Manor Lane, Rawcliffe. The work will start on Monday 3 November and is programmed to last for seven weeks.Delve into family history with Read Write York
Tuesday 28 October 2008
York is celebrating the theme of 'family history' over the next couple of months, with a series of author events, all linked to family research.Look Again! Stay safe
Wednesday 29 October 2008
A new road safety campaign is being launched by City of York Council this week.Performances to 'Inspire'
Thursday 30 October 2008
Two nights of dazzling performances are promised at this year's Inspire events on 31 October and 1 November.Extra tickets available for spectacular dance-theatre
Thursday 30 October 2008
Extra tickets are now on sale for a unique performance created and performed in the historic setting of Yearsley Swimming Pool. Temporary archives closure - 22 October to 6 November
Thursday 30 October 2008
York City Archives will reopen next Thursday, 6 November, after being temporarily closed for refurbishment from 22 October. Screen Reads
Friday 31 October 2008
Movie mania is sweeping libraries across York this November.