Episodes
What would be different in York if the Green Party had control? Ben Ffrench, who has stood for election for the Greens twice, talks about housing, traffic, transport, mental health and the environment...
Every year the York Rotary Dragon Boat Races are a spectacular sight on the River Ouse. Chairman and Co-organiser Brian Jocelyn explains that the races are an amazing feat of organisation - and how they have raised almost £2 million for charity...
The world famous York Mystery Plays need a cast and crew of hundreds! They took to the streets with the traditional pageant wagons to stage the historic dramas around the city. Roger Lee from York Festivals explains how it all happens...
Acomb is alive with art as the community and some world famous mural-painters came together to create AcombFest 2026. Creative Director of Art of Protest, Jeff Clark, explains how this part of York has become involved with this exciting and colourful project...
Did Sir Kier Starmer really have to resign as Labour Leader and Prime Minister? And if Andy Burnham does become the new PM will that be good news for York or not? Cllr Bob Webb, Deputy Leader of the City of York Council, shares his views....
The July edition of Yorkshire Life magazine is in the shops. With features about Malton, Boroughbridge, Pickering and Danby - And a Ten Steak Feast that costs a cool £180! Editor Kathryn Armstrong has the stories....
Nearly 40 years since he helped to establish York Against Cancer, Professor Steve Leveson gives his reaction to the award of an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours List....
Dating from 1451 St William's College at the east end of York Minster is undergoing a complete and much needed restoration. The Minster's Director of Works and Precinct Alex McCallion explains the importance of this unique Grade I Listed building...
Sir Gareth Southgate, former England Manager, recently officially opened the fantastic new facilities at Martin House Childrens Hospice in Boston Spa. The project has cost almost £22m and as Head of Income Generation Robyn Mountain Wade explains it will improve the environment for making special lasting memories for families....
Racing has taken place at York Racecourse on the city's Knavesmire since 1731. The racecourse creates hundreds of jobs for York and brings millions of pounds to the city every year. Head of Marketing and Communications James Brennan explains how the racecourse team always aim to give a proper warm Yorkshire welcome.....
The Make Space for Girls project is now marking 5 years of special events and campaigns to make parks more friendly places for girls and young women aged 10 to 18. The events this year - with more than 40 free activities - take place in York's Rowntree Park and Homestead Park. Abigail Gaines is the organiser...
Restore York is celebrating 15 years of finding homes for people who need somewhere to live. So far they have helped almost 500 people in the York area. Restore's Service Manager explains more...
Summer's on the way! Find out from York BID Operations Manager Carl Alsop what the BID team have got lined-up for the city in the next few months...
Delicious!! Editor of 'Yorkshire Life' Kathryn Armstrong chats about the June issue of the magazine that focuses of fabulous food to enjoy this summer
York celebrates the city's amazing Roman heritage with the 2026 Eboracum Festival. Megan McGowan from the Yorkshire Museum explains what's happening...
Could you convince an audience of strangers to support your community group? There are cash prizes on offer! Anjelica Finnegan is Development Lead for York Together which is organising the STEW event in Rowntree Park in late June.
The Melsonby Hoard of world-class Iron Age treasures has gone on display at the Yorkshire Museum in York. The 800+ objects date from about 100 BCE and originally belonged to the Brigantes people. Museum curator Harry Ellerd-Cheers explains....
Celebrating 25 years providing help and support for people over 50 in York, OCAY assists with financial, legal and benefits expertise. Ali Rogan (Trustee) and Wayne Dawson (Charity Director) explain more...
York has 2000 historic listed buildings and 70 of them are in the care of York Conservation Trust. Operations Manager Lizzie Taylor and Chief Executive Guy Bowyer explain what the Trust does and the ambition to give more access to the public.
t's fun and it's free! The 3rd York Health & Arts Mela takes place in Museum Gardens on Sun 17th May. As organiser Shamin Eimaan explains there's music, dance, food, workshops and health advice.
What's the secret to a successful village? And have you heard about the women in Haxby who get together for a Rant and Ramble? Editor Kathryn Armstrong chats about some of the stories in the May edition of Yorkshire Life Magazine.
The Ukranian community in York are gathering soon at The Merchant Taylors' Hall to celebrate their national culture and identity. Many will be wearing something special .... Their vyshyvanka! But what is it? Rebecca Russell from York City of Sanctuary and John Vincent from the Merchant Taylors explain....
Potholes - Parking charges - Traffic restrictions.... How would the Liberal Democrats do things differently if they controlled City of York Council? LibDem leader Cllr Nigel Ayre shares his thoughts....
He's spent years working with charities and other organisations around York. He's overcome major health problems and he's still busy and smiiling! And now he's been awarded an OBE. Meet David Dickson....
Fancy a chance to look around an artist's own studio and see how they create their work? 150 studios are open over two weekends for York Open Studios 2026. Chair, Christine Storrs, explains how it all happens....
Why are Labour doing so badly in the opinion polls? Was Brexit a mistake? When will Haxby station get built? York Outer MP Luke Charters shares his thoughts with Jonathan Cowap
Where can women in York get free or low cost help and support for problems like anxiety, depression and stress? Anjelica Finnegan Chair of York Women's Counselling Service explains what YWCS can offer... (Contains references to suicide and domestic violence)
Could you help out with the historic York Mystery Plays? Roger Lee explains what's involved in staging this world famous medieval drama on the streets of York this summer...
Spring is truly here at last! Yorkshire Life Editor Kathryn Armstrong talks about the people and places featured in the April edition of the magazine.
From her own experience of life-threatening illness Iwona Michalska created TRTRehab. Her York studio promises transformation from pain and trauma - and a way to a happier life...