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Bird flu outbreak at third commercial poultry farm

The farm near York is the third site in North Yorkshire to have bird flu confirmed since October.

The Stell Solar Farm scheme receives more than 400 objections from residents.

The blaze, in Northallerton, caused "100% fire damage" to the property, the fire service says.

Peter Fall lays a tribute each year to the victims of an RAF helicopter crash at his farm.

Protection and surveillance zones have been put in place around the commercial premises, Defra says.

Traders say a drop in shoppers has already seen a number of stalls close.

Further cases of bird flu are detected near Penrith in Cumbria and near Bedale in North Yorkshire.

Grand National winner Graham Lee is supporting the charity Spinal Research at Wetherby Racecourse.

Residents in Richmond are told more people will have to use the pool to ensure its sustainability.

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