Residents across York will soon be receiving the first edition of Our York, a new council newsletter bringing together news, updates and stories from across the city.
From Thursday 23 April, copies of Our York will begin landing on doorsteps, keeping residents informed about the services, projects and people helping to make York a great place to live.
Our York highlights what’s happening in neighbourhoods across the city, focusing on everyday issues that matter most to residents.
What’s inside the first edition of Our York
- Record investment in York’s roads, with details of resurfacing, footpath repairs, drainage works and long‑term maintenance happening across the city as part of a £16.5 million programme this year.
- An update on York Hungry Minds, the city’s growing initiative providing free school breakfasts to thousands of primary school children, helping them arrive at school ready to learn.
- York Walls in Bloom, showcasing how volunteers, partners and council teams are transforming areas around the city walls with colourful wildflowers that support biodiversity.
- Stories from residents benefiting from free home energy‑efficiency improvements, helping to make homes warmer and cut heating bills.
- A behind‑the‑scenes look at Neighbourhood Caretakers, who help keep York’s streets, parks and shared spaces clean, safe and welcoming.
- Information on support available for residents facing rising costs, including the council’s Crisis and Resilience Fund.
- A feature on fostering, celebrating local foster carers and explaining how you can find out more about fostering with the council.
You can download a copy of Our York and find links to services featured in the newsletter.
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