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BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Major North Yorkshire projects at risk over funding pressures
Major projects in North Yorkshire could be cancelled if new funding cannot be found, a council has Yorkshire Council took over a number of schemes begun by the former district and borough councils in 2023 following its inception in with the authority forecasting an annual deficit of between £30m and £35m due to rising costs and government funding cuts it said it had to prioritise statutory services such as health, children and vulnerable the capital projects under threat are the relocation of Malton's Livestock Market and the redevelopment of Sherburn Town Centre. The council's deputy leader and executive member for finance and resources, Gareth Dadd, said the authority was looking at prioritising schemes which were not already under way."All those legacy projects that have been hoped for in years to come, quite frankly, they ain't going to be a priority financially when competing against some of the real deep moral issues that we're having to deal with."He said the it was right the council took a "fresh look" at these projects."It's about a business case coming forward and then making the cut against what is vitally important to this authority, but more importantly to the residents that we're trying to protect and serve." Loss of funding The plan to relocate Malton's Livestock Market will only move forward if it is still considered a priority after a business case considering all the funding options was work to Sherburn Town Centre is also at risk after delays resulted in the loss of the shared prosperity funding needed to complete a legacy scheme relating to the Wyvern Park Industrial Estate in Skipton could also be halted until a new business case and funding options are to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, a report to the council's executive also stated the redevelopment of the former Argos Site and Market Place Regeneration Project, in Scarborough, has already been have also been warned several schemes already begun were at risk of costing more than planned and could overrun. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
DSpace: The Ukrainian theatre company bringing community to the fore
When Dara Klymenko arrived in Yorkshire after escaping the war in Ukraine she had no idea whether she'd have to give up her love for the 26-year-old professional actress moved in with a host family in Malton in 2022 and began working at a nursery, but found she "couldn't live" without the creative Ms Klymenko is the founder and director of DSpace, a Ukrainian theatre group which performed at this year's York International Shakespeare Festival."I was amazed at how many people were interested. The main goal is to create a safe and inspiring space for self-expression. I call it a space of inspiration," she said. DSpace members span a wide range of ages - from primary school children to adults - and all are Klymenko had previously taught drama workshops to children, and decided to launch a similar venture in York, teaching classes in her native said she was "amazed" by the uptake and by the amount of Ukrainian nationals living around her, but struggled to find a suitable venue to host the the same time, she was invited to take part in Working Title, a project which united actors from national theatre companies in Ukraine with UK artistThrough this, she was introduced to David Richmond, senior lecturer of drama and theatre at York St John University, who offered a free space to rehearse at the city centre Richmond said: "The university has a policy of social justice and the creative arts have led on that for many years."We want to the support the Ukrainian community's creativity and expression and feeling of security and belonging."Dara is doing such good work in her community and in theatre so it seemed [providing space was] the ideal thing we could do to help, the ideal thing they need which is space and time to tell their stories in the way they want to tell them." The group rehearses for three hours each Monday evening and members travel from York, Selby and the surrounding area to some members are beginners, others have previous acting experience, often from their life in Ukraine before the 25, had completed his theatre degree at university and had started to secure some jobs before he moved to the UK. He explained that finding a theatre company that spoke his native language was important as it helped him find common interest in shared experiences."Because we are all people from one country, we have the same traditions, the same culture so it's easy to communicate so I'm happy to do this with Ukrainian people," he said."Sometimes it's difficult because of language. Most projects are looking for native speakers. But the York Shakespeare Festival was a new experience for me in theatre, and I was happy in the same way to act with Ukrainian and English people, and it was easy to connect."The play DSpace performed at the festival was called There's No Clock in The Forest, an original blend of Shakespeare texts and the Ukrainian play Mavka (the Forest Song). "For us it was a huge success – we had lots of audience members, from Ukraine and also from England as well," Ms Klymenko explained."Some people from the audience told me they started crying during the performance. Not because of the show but because they heard Ukrainian language, Ukrainian songs and it was so sensitive for them."The theatre group will be tackling another deeply personal project next - a new play, partially inspired by the Hollywood film La La Land, written by Ms Klymenko hope is that the theme can resonate, particularly with Ukrainian people, "to never give up" on their dreams."It was very important to me when I created [DSpace] that it was a safe space – it's about mental health as well, a place to express your feelings," she added."I realised I've got to keep doing this, because I need it, my team need it and the audience needs it." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Malton Food Lovers Festival to return this May bank holiday weekend
More than 100 stalls, a demonstration stage featuring TV chefs, sculptures, artisan crafts, music, and family fun are all planned for Malton's Food Lovers Festival, which will take place over the May bank holiday weekend (May 24 to 26). Mark Brayshaw from Visit Malton CIC said: "Malton is a town of markets and makers, and although food is without doubt the jewel in the festival's crown, this is an incredibly family-friendly event with something to keep people of all ages engaged and entertained." The festival will feature a range of non-food activities, including a blacksmithing workshop where participants can make their own metal rose, a vintage kids' funfair, and the chance to see rescued birds of prey up close. Visitors can also enjoy the Malton Sculpture Trail, featuring more than 20 artworks spread across the town, and musical performances from brass bands, choirs, and buskers. "A couple of musical surprises" are also expected across the weekend, according to a spokesperson. Children's entertainment, including family crafting and storytelling activities, will take place in a specially dedicated tent. Among other activities, it will also be possible to take a puffin selfie with the RSPB. Visitors are encouraged to use the Park & Ride service (signposted from the A64, with a £7.50 parking fee that includes free shuttle buses to and from the festival site), or public transport, as parking in Malton town centre during the Food Lovers Festival is expected to be limited. The full programme of activities is available at
BBC News
14-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Flaxton suspected World War Two bomb detonated
A suspected World War Two bomb has been safely detonated by explosives experts after it was found in a North Yorkshire village.A 100m (328ft) safety cordon was put in place around an address on Main Street in Flaxton, near Malton, after the device was reported to police at about 11.10 BST on force said the explosive was discovered during renovation works on an outbuilding at the officers detonated the device on Wednesday morning and the cordon has been lifted, police said. Several roads were closed as a result of the incident and the village hall was opened for residents. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
13-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Cordon in place after Flaxton WW2 bomb find
Part of a North Yorkshire village has been cordoned off after a suspected World War Two bomb was uncovered.A 100m (328ft) safety cordon has been put in place around an address on Main Street, in Flaxton, near Malton. North Yorkshire Police said the device had been found at about 11:13 BST during renovation work to an outbuilding at the force said the Army's Explosive Ordnance Disposal team was due to attend to make the device safe. Several roads in the village have been closed as a result of the incident, including York Lane, Bull Moor Lane, Rice Lane, Scotsman Road and Lords Moor Lane.A force spokesperson added: "The local village hall has been opened for affected residents."We will confirm when the incident has concluded and the routes have reopened." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
