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There’s no place like home
(Happy 19 years to us!)
It’s birthday month here at Your Local Link, and what an amazing 19 years we have had so far. From competitive ping-pong tournaments, ‘Come Dine With Me’ lunchtimes in the offi ce and 2pm Worldle games, there is never a dull moment. Asides from surviving a pandemic, in the last couple of years we’ve seen an exciting move from our little offi ce in Haxby to our new offi ce base in the labyrinth that is Clifton Moor Industrial Estate. We’ve also proudly grown our readership to reach over 90,000 households and have witnessed over 16,000 followers across all of our social media platforms. None of this would be made possible without the incredible support of our advertisers and loyal readers, to whom we owe a lot of thanks. Above everything, we feel especially lucky to represent the city of York itself. Steeped rich in history, with some of the strangest street names going and probably more bridges than bus stops (maybe an ever-so-slight exaggeration, but still…), this is a place like no other. With lots to see, do and explore in the area, we thought we’d share some of our favourite things about this fab city that we all call home:
Helen:
“We have some really interesting history in this city and I love that York is supposed to be the most haunted city in Europe. I lived in Leeds for over 20 years but fell in love with York in the last couple of years by visiting as a tourist from Leeds, and chose to move to the city by myself four years ago and I still act like a tourist.”
Emily:
“I love York because there’s always something going on! This city is full of amazing independent businesses, delicious food, and some really cool events every month. Big shoutout to Bishy Road as well, there’s such a lovely little family feel there.”
Scott:
“The thing I love about York is it is the history it holds. All of the old buildings and quirky narrow streets are full of charm and I think as York residents we can often take it all for granted!”
Sarah:
“It’s a small city with a big heart. Proud to say that I come from York when I meet anyone, people are always so jealous. It still astounds me that the magazine goes into every home and I’m always surprised at how much is going on in the city when I read the events diary in the magazine each month.”
Mim:
“I love York because of all the independent shops and restaurants we are lucky enough to have in the city centre!”
Gary:
“I’ve lived in York my whole life and it just has a nice charm to it. I love that oldie-world feel that you don’t really get in many other cities and that there’s a lot going on for such a small place.”
Here’s to another fantastic year in the best city going!
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We’re thrilled to have them both on board. If you have any questions or queries about your financial or lifestyle journey, please feel free to email enquiries@pen-life. co.uk, or alternatively, call us on 01904 661140. We cannot guarantee that you will be working with Craig or James, but we have an array of fantastic financial planners who have all of the relevant qualifications and expertise to help you with your queries.
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Craig previously worked as an Independent Financial Adviser for Moneyweb Ltd in Scarborough but moved across to J. Illingworth & Company Ltd when he came to live in York a few years ago. Craig enjoys a leisurely round of golf and on occasion you may see him rowing on the River Ouse. Since arriving at PenLife he’s thrown himself into the developmental part of the role and is already studying for his second Chartered level exam, the expectation is that he will reach Chartered Status early next year which will be an amazing achievement in such a short time. 1. If you were stranded on a Desert island, who would you want with you? Maybe Ben Fogle so I could star on ‘New Lives In the Wild’. 2. Where/what was your first job? I enjoyed spending my summers on a boating lake in Scarborough, helping tourists on and off Pedalos, Canoes and Rowing Boats. 3. What’s the best gift you’ve ever been given? I’m not sure, but I do like to receive a good book! 4. What’s your favourite food? I love Indian food, but I will try anything. 5. What never fails to make you laugh? Talking about memories with family and friends!!
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James has worked in Financial Services for over 8 years and his previous role was as a Financial Adviser at St James’ Place Wealth Management across in West Yorkshire. He loves traveling to new countries, meeting different people and experiencing different cultures but also enjoys time at home with his partner and sausage dog. James has also been studying away and with one exam to go and should reach Chartered Status later this year. 1. If you were stranded on a Desert island, who would you want with you? David Attenborough so he could narrate on the wildlife on the island. 2. Where/what was your first job? Stacking the beer, wine and spirit shelves at Asda whilst at college. 3. What’s the best gift you’ve ever been given? A watch from a friend I met traveling. 4. What’s your favourite food? A Sunday roast dinner 5. What never fails to make you laugh? Anything Ricky Gervais says
