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THE YORK BRIEF ⏰ Thursday, 11 June 2026

⚽ York-born Oliver Boast, 17, signs pro deal at Tottenham. 🌟 York retains Purple Flag for fifth year. 🎨 New stained glass window at Merchant Adventurers' Hall. 💰 North York Moors wildfire fund slammed — not a penny for farmers. 🍺 Poppleton Beer Festival this weekend.

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THE YORK BRIEF ⏰ Thursday, 11 June 2026
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THE YORK BRIEF ⏰ Thursday, 11 June 2026

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Good morning, York - and happy World Cup Day. The tournament begins tonight. But there's plenty of news to get through before kick-off.

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☀️ Weather - Met Office for York - Wet World Cup opening day - 16°C, 75% chance of rain today. Much better by the weekend: Friday 20°C, 30% rain. Saturday 17°C, 20%. Sunday 19°C, 20%. Perfect timing for the Poppleton Beer Festival and the Hospice Wolds Walk.
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