Shany Hagan has been nominated for the 2024 Women Changing the World Awards.
Shany, who has lived in York for more than 20 years, had eye surgery during the Covid-19 lockdowns and decided to start painting again, despite not picking a paintbrush up for 33 years.
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New Tesco Superstore to Open Next Week in North Yorkshire Town
Tesco has confirmed the opening of its new Superstore on Skipton Road, Harrogate will be on Tuesday 9th December.
NAP Pad Homelessness Accommodation to Return
Rough sleepers in York have received a 'lifeline' after a charity has announced plans to resurrect pop-up accommodation to help the homeless.
Princess Anne Presents York Care Provider With Award
A York care home company has been presented with a prestigious award by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal.
2026 Great Yorkshire Show Main Ring Attraction Announced
Motorbike stunt riding team, 'The Bolddog FMX' is set to take centre stage as the Main Ring attraction at the Great Yorkshire Show in 2026.
Destiny Disability Dance
"Dance is for everyone!"
Alan Carr Set to Bring New Show to York Barbican in 2027
Comedy favourite Alan Carr is heading to York with his brand-new show Have I Said Too Much?, bringing an evening of big laughs, storytelling and trademark Alan Carr mischief.
Tadcaster Grammar School closed after girl dies in crash
A SCHOOL in North Yorkshire will remain closed today (December 2) after a crash in which a girl died.
Couple learn of £1m win sitting in York McDonald's
A COUPLE found out they had won a million pounds - as they sat in a York McDonald's taking a break from Christmas shopping.
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