Help available for York residents struggling with heating costs With energy bills still weighing heavily on many households, York residents who are finding it difficult to keep up… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/04/01/help-available-for-york-residents-struggling-with-heating-costs/

St Peter’s School set for new all‑weather sports pitch despite local concerns A proposal by St Peter’s School to install a new all‑weather Multi‑Use Games Area (MUGA)… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/04/01/st-peters-school-set-for-new-all-weather-sports-pitch-despite-local-concerns/

Tensions rise over plans for Guildhall Gastro‑Pub as objections mount Guildhall buildng works 2020 A long‑awaited attempt to bring life — and income — to the newly… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/04/01/tensions-rise-over-plans-for-guildhall-gastro-pub-as-objections-mount/

Police called to York Council over suspected Deepfake Councillors Police were called to a York Council meeting yesterday following a complaint that suspected “deep fake”… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/04/01/police-called-to-york-council-over-suspected-deepfake-councillors/

Disgust as highway maintenance plans revealed by York Council. Neglected roads in some neighbourhoods in the City… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/31/disgust-as-highway-maintenance-plans-revealed-by-york-council-neglected-roads-in-some-neighbourhoods-in-the-city-have-been-snubbed/

🔥 On this day in 1829: Trial of Jonathan Martin begins On 3 March 1829, York witnessed the opening stages of one of its most infamous trials. Jonathan Martin, a troubled preacher… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/31/%f0%9f%94%a5-on-this-day-in-1829-trial-of-jonathan-martin-begins/

Latest roadworks planned in York. Includes Beckfield Lane,… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/31/latest-roadworks-planned-in-york-includes-beckfield-lane-cleveland-street-driffield-terrace-fulford-cross-marygate-lane-scarcroft-hill-severus-avenue-thanet-road-and-westwood-terrace/

A pond with purpose: Why local food needs local water Out on Hannam Lane, tucked behind the hedgerows and invisible from any neighbouring home, a small but significant planning application… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/30/a-pond-with-purpose-why-local-food-needs-local-water/

Latest Westfield Ward planning applications for The Green (tree work), Acomb Court… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/30/latest-westfield-ward-planning-applications-for-the-green-tree-work-acomb-court-conversion-to-flat-and-front-street-provision-of-ev-charger-wood-burning-stove/

🏗️ Derwenthorpe seeks a programme director – Applicants should bring nerves of steel Every so often a job advert comes along that makes you… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/29/%f0%9f%8f%97%ef%b8%8f-derwenthorpe-seeks-a-programme-director-applicants-should-bring-nerves-of-steel/

On this day in 1935: Zotofoam arrives in York On March 29th, 1935, York took a bubbly leap into modern wellness with the arrival of the Zotofoam Baths, a curious and innovative public health feature… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/29/on-this-day-in-1935-zotofoam-arrives-in-york/

28 new job vacancies in York, including Business Growth… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/29/28-new-job-vacancies-in-york-including-business-growth-manager-55k-investment-manager-55k-cleansing-assistant-12-60p-h-teacher-of-drama-52k-head-capital-management-62k-housing-training/

On this day in 1788: York’s first dispensary opens its doors On 28 March 1788, a quiet but transformative moment in York’s social history took place. In a modest building on St… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/28/on-this-day-in-1788-yorks-first-dispensary-opens-its-doors/

York Council is to spend over £2 million on secret “movement and place strategy” Part of its war on private… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/28/york-council-is-to-spend-over-2-million-on-secret-movement-and-place-strategy-part-of-its-war-on-private-transport-use-in-the-city/

Government ditches financial support for York northern by pass (A1237) dualling 🚧 What the Government’s road funding announcement means for York The Labour Government… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/27/government-ditches-financial-support-for-york-northern-by-pass-a1237-dualling/

York Station Gateway: £11 million car park tender arrives — A year late It’s been almost a year since York’s surface-level station car park closed. Since then, drivers have… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/27/york-station-gateway-11-million-car-park-tender-arrives-a-year-late/

A quiet response to tackling York’s surge in missing children reports Some stories arrive with fanfare. Others slip out quietly through procurement portals — even when they… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/27/a-quiet-response-to-tackling-yorks-surge-in-missing-children-reports/

A £1.8m contract with no clear outcomes? More Mayoral muddle. When the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA) signs a contract worth £1.8 million of public money, you would… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/27/a-1-8m-contract-with-no-clear-outcomes-more-mayoral-muddle/

On this day in 1643: The man who outsmarted the gallows York has never been short of colourful characters, but few can match the improbable escape artist of March 27th, 1643: John… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/27/on-this-day-in-1643-the-man-who-outsmarted-the-gallows/

York’s new city‑wide grants: Good causes, but a process that leaves questions City of York Council has now published the full list of City‑Wide Ward Grants for 2025/26 —… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/26/yorks-new-city-wide-grants-good-causes-but-a-process-that-leaves-questions/

On this day in 1908: When York backed a crackdown on the booze On 26 March 1908, York found itself at the centre of a national row over drink — a row that feels strangely familiar,… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/26/on-this-day-in-1908-when-york-backed-a-crackdown-on-the-booze/

Leeman Road permanent closure: Why now? A decision that feels premature The Council has now certified that the conditions of the 2021 Stopping Up Order for Leeman Road have… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/25/leeman-road-permanent-closure-why-now-a-decision-that-feels-premature/

Publication of highway repair programme delayed. Work on 2026/27 schemes had been due to start in 7 days time. The list of streets due… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/25/publication-of-highway-repair-programme-delayed-work-on-2026-27-schemes-had-been-due-to-start-in-7-days-time/

Litter crisis faces court showdown as York Council complaints system falters A local councillor has announced plans to seek a Litter Abatement Order against City of… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/24/litter-crisis-faces-court-showdown-as-york-council-complaints-system-falters/

Latest road works in York. Streets affected include East Parade, Heslington Lane,… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/24/latest-road-works-in-york-streets-affected-include-east-parade-heslington-lane-piccadilly-queen-street-tedder-road-thanet-road-acomb-green-and-ullswater/

Taxi drivers add their voices to growing anger over Rougier Street/Micklegate traffic ban The wave of concern over City of York Council’s plan to close… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/taxi-drivers-add-their-voices-to-growing-anger-over-rougier-street-micklegate-traffic-ban/

On this day in 1743: The death of the pirate Archbishop of York On 23 March 1743, one of the most colourful and controversial figures ever to occupy the Archbishop’s throne in York… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/on-this-day-in-1743-the-death-of-the-pirate-archbishop-of-york/

New planning application seeks to change archway sign beside York Mansion House Proposed sign A fresh planning application has been submitted to City of York… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/new-planning-application-seeks-to-change-archway-sign-beside-york-mansion-house/

Latest Westfield Ward planning application for Milner Street/Green Lane (conversion to flats) Below is the latest planning application received by the… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/latest-westfield-ward-planning-application-for-milner-street-green-lane-conversion-to-flats/

On this day in 1824: York’s streets lit by gas On March 2nd, 1824, York took a luminous leap into the modern age. For the first time, its streets were lit by gas—a technological marvel that… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/22/on-this-day-in-1824-yorks-streets-lit-by-gas/

Latest job vacancies in York. Includes Strategy Officer (£48k),… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/22/latest-job-vacancies-in-york-includes-strategy-officer-48k-data-analyst-48k-sustainability-officer-48k-events-delivery-officer-32k-social-worker42k-playworker-24k-midday-supervisor/

Planning ahead: Mayor reveals his priorities, but paperwork still trumping action At its 27th March meeting, the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority will… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/21/planning-ahead-mayor-reveals-his-priorities-but-paperwork-still-trumping-action/

On this day in 1910 – Sunday tram service is popular with many, despite objections Sunday travel was clearly the talk of York in early 1910. A newspaper report from… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/21/on-this-day-in-1910-sunday-tram-service-is-popular-with-many-despite-objections/

On this day in 1357: York’s Merchant Adventurers step into history On 30 March 1357, York took a decisive step toward becoming one of England’s great commercial cities. On this… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/20/on-this-day-in-1357-yorks-merchant-adventurers-step-into-history/

🚴 The Tour of England cycle race coming to North Yorkshire: Prestige meets potholes? The Tour of England cycle race is set to pass through North… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/20/%f0%9f%9a%b4-the-tour-of-england-cycle-race-coming-to-north-yorkshire-prestige-meets-potholes/

Mayor’s budget update:  A tight ship in choppy waters? The Mayoral Combined Authority’s meeting on 27 March turns, inevitably, to money. Agenda items 6 and 9 set out the financial position for… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/20/mayors-budget-update-a-tight-ship-in-choppy-waters/

Transport budget meeting: A familiar fog descends The Mayoral Combined Authority meets on 27 March, and—true to form—the transport section of the agenda manages to be both weighty and strangely… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/20/transport-budget-meeting-a-familiar-fog-descends/

On this day in 1904: Low wages and hard times in York On 19 March 1904, the Evening Press reported on the harsh realities facing some of York’s lowest‑paid workers. Cab drivers and… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/19/on-this-day-in-1904-low-wages-and-hard-times-in-york/

Planning delays frustrate progress at 9 Knapton Lane The long-awaited transformation of a semi-derelict property in Acomb has hit further delays, despite strong local support and a clear design… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/19/semi-derelict-acomb-house-now-offered-for-sale/

Carr Infant School pledges rapid turnaround after Ofsted special measures Carr Infant School in Acomb has been placed into special measures following an Ofsted inspection… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/19/carr-infant-school-pledges-rapid-turnaround-after-ofsted-special-measures/

York man jailed for £900k fake qualifications operation A long‑running forgery operation that supplied thousands of fake education and professional certificates worldwide has resulted in a… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/19/york-man-jailed-for-900k-fake-qualifications-operation/

Statutory consultation launched on a recommended Anti-Terrorism Traffic Regulation Order (ATTRO) in York City centre Residents… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/19/statutory-consultation-launched-on-a-recommended-anti-terrorism-traffic-regulation-order-attro-in-york-city-centre/

📰 York Council to consider removing Sarah Ferguson’s Freedom of the City — A ceremony probably no… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/18/%f0%9f%93%b0-york-council-to-consider-removing-sarah-fergusons-freedom-of-the-city-a-ceremony-probably-no-one-remembered-including-the-recipient/

York Council motions: A night of letters to Whitehall (and not much else) Next week’s City of York Council meeting offers a familiar spectacle: three earnest motions,… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/18/york-council-motions-a-night-of-letters-to-whitehall-and-not-much-else/

Spark York’s accounts raise more questions than they answer Spark York has finally published its latest set of unaudited accounts — and once again, anyone trying to understand how well… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/spark-yorks-accounts-raise-more-questions-than-they-answer/

York marks “Social Work Day” with national recognition for local teams York social workers Today’s celebration of National Social Work Day brings a welcome moment of pride for… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/york-marks-social-work-day-with-national-recognition-for-local-teams/

York parking charges consultation enters Final, Final phase In a move reminiscent of ageing rock bands announcing their “last ever tour,” City of York Council has declared this the final opportunity to… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/york-car-parking-charges-review-starts/

Latest York roadworks. Delays possible. Streets affected… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/latest-york-roadworks-delays-possible-streets-affected-include-bootham-castlegate-chapelfields-road-duncombe-place-gladstone-street-holgate-road-houndsway-huntsmans-walk-museum-stre/

Rougier Street Bus‑Gate: A decision built on sand? “Consultation” results published City of York Council looks increasingly set on pushing ahead with its plan… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/17/freeedom-of-information-response-on-rougier-street-micklegate-closure-plans-published/

Nestlé submits planning application for new cycle & pedestrian access on Wigginton Road Nestlé UK Ltd has submitted a full planning application to City of… https://westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/16/nestle-submits-planning-application-for-new-cycle-pedestrian-access-on-wigginton-road/