A MAJOR road in North Yorkshire is currently closed both ways after a crash.

A MAN has been jailed for homophobic attacks on two teenagers - with one of his victims saying: "I thought he was going to kill me."

A DOG is being blamed for starting a fire which saw firefighters called out last night (September 26).

A CAR was seized at the roadside after being stopped by police.

THERE can’t be many streets, in York or elsewhere, that have, at different times, been named after both beggars and nuns.

THREE people were arrested and their car was seized after police stopped them at the roadside.

YORK Rugby Union Football Club has received a £1,000 donation from a local housebuilder towards its planned new stand for 150 spectators.

WE are disappointed but not dismayed by the granting of permission to close Leeman Road as part of the NRM’s expansion plans.

YORKSHIRE Water will be installing 150 solar-powered cameras on wastewater outfalls as part of a pilot scheme to improve visibility of its network.

A CARE home in York celebrated 50 years since opening by unveiling a new plaque and hosting a special tea party.

A QUEEN superfan, who is a resident at a care home in York, was surprised with a special gig featuring some of the band’s show-stoppers.

The Next summer sale is available to shop online and in stores around the country.

5,000 foreign drivers to be recruited Haulage industry says it's not enough

A senior figure at the Road Haulage Association (RHA) has branded claims by the Transport Secretary that he was behind the leak that sparked the panic buying of fuel as "nonsense".

North Yorkshire's chief constable today paid tribute to the county's police officers who have died or been killed while on duty.

A CHARITABLE foundation set up in memory of composer and former Minster School headmaster Dr Richard Shephard, who died earlier this year, has started working with its first local schools.

An HGV driver based in Spain has said he does not believe European drivers will come to the UK for three months as it is too expensive and not enough time for them to learn the roads.

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Transport Secretary Grant Shapps blamed a trade association for the haulage industry for "sparking" the supply "crisis" through "irresponsible briefings" to the public.

Government plans to recruit up to 5,000 foreign lorry drivers to help ease supply issues have been described as "too little" and "too late".

A LOCKDOWN boom and television sensation could lead to the first York inter-schools championship for many years.

MARTIN Hughes-Games is nervous. His five-year-old has just started a new school.

A CELEBRATION of food and drink has shone a light on the best producers in our region.

YORK Youth Council is appealing for new members.

MEET Bagpuss - a street cat who needs your help.

A NEW study has found 25 per cent of people in Yorkshire are unaware single people can foster.

OUR photo from the archive shows St George's Cinema, next to Fairfax House, Castlegate, York, before its restoration.

STUDENTS will be recruited to lead regular group walks in York to bring together different generations and tackle isolation.

Autumn is well and truly on its way, meaning the clock change is coming... Here's what you need to know about what date they change in the UK and why.

A WELL-KNOWN York hairdresser has bowed out after 56 years at the cutting edge.

PANIC buying is causing “really serious problems” at petrol stations with at least half reporting they are out of fuel, according to a sector spokesman.

More petrol stations in York have had to close because they have run out of fuel.

York's transport chief has urged the city's drivers to act responsibly and not panic buy petrol.

A FEMALE Normandy veteran from North Yorkshire has died at the age of 98.

A MAN who stabbed his victim with a multi-tool has been locked up after a judge told him "you should only have a knife in your hands when you are cooking or eating".

A burglar tried on his victim’s clothes before cleaning up and doing DIY inside the home he broke into, York Crown Court heard.

A GAME of Thrones star is urging people in the York area to book an appointment to make their will.

HERE'S what we know so far after a plane crashed at Teesside Airport shortly after take off.

The McFly star was seen showing off his first moves ahead of his first dance on Strictly this Saturday night. 

From health and beauty to Home technology, you'll be able to pick up a bargain from the supermarket chains this weekend. 

A MAN has denied a charge of kidnapping a woman in York.

Food allergies and incorrect packaging are among the reasons behind a number of product recalls.

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A MAIN road in York is to be closed for resurfacing works.

A SENIOR York councillor has hit out at his own authority for its failure to deliver on a much-vaunted cross-country cycle path.

AN indie rock band - who recently supported the Kaiser Chiefs - are set to visit a York grassroots venue for their latest cause.

WE can add the crisis in NHS dentistry to this year’s extensive and growing challenges.

AN empty shop at the heart of York city centre is all set to get a new lease of life.

YORK’S Covid vaccination centre is set to celebrate its first birthday next week - and a healthcare provider has reflected on the “admirable” work of volunteers and staff.