Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

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Multimedia Journalist at YorkMix

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York shop closes temporarily after online backlash

1 day ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

After a turbulent few days, a York business that’s been at the centre of an animal welfare controversy has closed temporarily. The Owl Adventures Education Centre opened on Goodramgate earlier this month, offering customers the chance to hold birds of prey. Concerns over the welfare of the birds were shared online, with some people calling the business cruel and asking for City of York Council and the RSPCA to investigate.
Emergency services called to single-vehicle-collision in North Yorkshire

1 day ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

Emergency services called to single-vehicle-collision in North YorkshireWed 23 AprPhotograph: CanvaWed 23 Apr 2025 @ 8:30amSarah DunphyNewsEmergency services were called to a crash in a North Yorkshire village. The incident took place just before 9pm yesterday in Birkin, and fire crews from Selby and Pontefract responded to the scene. Fire fighters released 4 occupants from the vehicle, which had ended up on its side. Crews ensured the scene was safe and handed the incident over to the police.
Fire breaks out in York bus shelter

1 day ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

Fire breaks out in York bus shelterWed 23 AprPhotograph: iStockWed 23 Apr 2025 @ 8:13amSarah DunphyNewsAcomb fire crew responded to a fire inside a bus shelter in York yesterday evening. The blaze was caused by a disposable BBQ that had been left unattended. The report came in at 11:24 pm and the fire was in the Southbank area of the city. Firefighters extinguished the flames and dampened down the area.
Bike theft in York

1 day ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

Police want to speak to this man following the theft of a bike in York. A green Carrera Vengence bicycle was taken from Majorie Waite Court, in Clifton. The incident took place on 20 February. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Please contact us if you recognise the man pictured on CCTV, as he may have information that will assist our investigation.”If you can help, call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and pass information for incident number 12250031175.
Protest planned at York shop - but staff deny claims it is ‘cruel’

2 days ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

A protest is planned at a new York shop which has become the focal point of online concerns about perceived animal welfare issues. Owl Adventures has long hosted bird of prey displays in Museum Gardens. It recently opened its first brick and mortar site on Goodramgate – the Owl Adventures Education Centre. Its owners insist they have the welfare of the birds at heart. But many online have expressed concerns, leading to a petition urging an investigation, and now a planned protest.
North Yorkshire woman rescued from steep bank

2 days ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

North Yorkshire woman rescued from steep bankTue 22 AprPhotograph: iStockTue 22 Apr 2025 @ 7:48amSarah DunphyNewsFire crews from Scarborough assisted paramedics in rescuing a North Yorkshire woman who was trapped down a steep bank. The report was made at 1:58 am today (22 April) and the woman was approximately 30ft down the bank when firefighters arrived. The crews used a Gotcha kit to access the woman and bring her back to safety. Once rescued, she was handed into the care of ambulance crews.
York teenagers say social media is causing mental health issues and eating disorders

2 days ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

Youngsters in York say that the rise in mental health issues among their age group is closely linked to the effects of social media. YorkMix spoke to a group of girls aged 14 and 15 who attend a local youth group about how various issues impact on their lives. It follows a survey for the City of York Council youth strategy which found a series of worrying findings about young people’s experiences. The girls we spoke to said social media played a dominant role in their lives.
York pub changes hands again - after sudden departure of previous operators

5 days ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

A York pub has changed hands once more – but its new publican has pledged to make it a success after a period of turbulence. The Museum Street Tavern has seen three new operators since it changed from Thomas’s in March 2022, a venue that had been a York staple since 1861. While the pub is owned by the Stonegate Group, it is leased out to independent operators. The most recent were Doug Smith and Oli Calveley of the Liquid Art Group, who took over in December 2024 following a sudden closure.
York man wanted by Police

1 week ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

Have you seen wanted man Kenan Williams, 24, from York? Mr Williams is wanted for recall to prison after breaching the terms of his licence. He was released partway through a sentence for possessing an offensive weapon. He is also known as Kieran, and has links to Stockton on Tees. If you have seen Mr Williams or know where he is now, please contact the police and do not approach him.
Sentimental jewellery stolen from elderly woman in York city centre

1 week ago | yorkmix.com | Sarah VestyLiz Dunphy

Officers are appealing for information following the theft of a handbag that contained money and sentimental jewellery in York. The incident happened in the city centre, between 3pm and 4pm on Saturday 5 April. The victim, a woman in her 80s who was visiting York, was using a walker for support. Her handbag, which was placed inside of the walker, contained a sum of money along with the jewellery items.