York Press
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:23:38 +0000Two lorries stranded on main route in North Yorkshire
TWO lorries are currently stranded on a main route in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000Celebrations as new York community hub build lands £50,000
CELEBRATIONS are underway at New Earswick Boxing (KO) for Kindness following a £50,000 cash injection.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000'She was a brave, intelligent and visionary woman' - family delight at honour
FORMER York Press journalist, Robert Beaumont, has spoken of his pride about his great aunt, who fought for women to get the right to vote, is being honoured.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:07:40 +0000Burglars target address in North Yorkshire village for distinctive off-road machine
Burglars have targeted an address in North Yorkshire village and made off with a distinctive off-road machine.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Land sales in Yorkshire and the North hit by 'tightened supply' says top agency
The North of England farmland market experienced tightening supply in 2025 but continued to show strong fundamentals, supported by steady buyer demand.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:39:12 +0000Person in the river in York - emergency crews called in
York Rescue Boat said a person was reported in the water in the River Ouse this morning (February 18).
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Family-owned Yorkshire pet firm raises thousands for local children’s hospice
Burgess Pet Care has raised more than £6,000 for Martin House Children’s Hospice through a year-long programme of fundraising activities.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Charity receives £4 million worth of applications for £250k giveaway
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal launched its £250,000 Big Charity Giveaway last month, receiving applications of more than £4 million.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire luxury hotel and spa announces new general manager
Ramune Aleks has been announced as the new general manager at Swinton Estate.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Award-winning hairdressers in York named as first finalist in Press competition
Blue Hairdressing in York has been named as a finalist in The Press’ Best Hairdresser 2026 competition.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bridal gowns worth thousands donated to pre-loved dress sale in York
York Against Cancer is hosting a pre-loved wedding dress sale at The Leveson Centre on Sunday, March 1.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000New visitor levy could generate £52 million a year according to early research
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, has set out the next steps for the proposed Mayoral Overnight Visitor Levy.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Young person secures support worker role after targeted scheme in East Riding
A targeted employment scheme in East Riding has helped someone secure a new care worker job.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Popular folk-rock band announces York show to celebrate album milestone
Brighton-based band, Levellers, will mark 35 years of their platinum-selling album Levelling The Land with a show at York Barbican in October.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000York MP backs national push for fairer promotion in English football
MP Rachael Maskell has backed a national push for fairer promotion in English football.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Residents enjoy Valentine's Day celebration at York care home
Residents at Meadowbeck Care Home in York enjoyed a day of music, decorations, and sweet treats to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000‘How many others have been issued?’ – bus pass posted to York man who died in 2019
A woman was left upset after City of York Council posted her a new bus pass for her grandfather - who died seven years ago.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Major artwork by British artist joins permanent collection at York gallery
Artwork by British artist David Remfry, Two Girls on the Shore, has joined the permanent collection at Beverley Art Gallery.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The cheapest petrol and diesel prices in and around York currently
Here is a list of the cheapest unleaded and diesel prices in York, according to petrolprices.com.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Rare book with personal note from famous Wirral figure set to be auctioned
A 1690 first edition of Roman historian Seutonius, signed by Lady Emma Hamilton, is going under the hammer at Duggleby Stephenson in York.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Former Northern conductor opens art gallery at Yorkshire train station
Paul Mirfin, an impressionist oil painter whoworked for Northern for 23 years, now runs a gallery at the Grade II-listed Knaresborough station.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Lots of options' for York free school meals and breakfasts trial's future
It comes as 10 more York primary schools are set to get free breakfast clubs in the summer term.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Amy Winehouse Back to Black 20th anniversary tour to kick off in York
The Amy Winehouse Band will mark 20 years since the release of Winehouse’s defining 2006 album, Back to Black, starting at York Barbican.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Farmers across Yorkshire invited to see how trees can add value to businesses
Farmers across Yorkshire are being invited to the 'Making trees work for you' event showing how trees can add value to farm businesses.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000History museum in York hosting free event for hospitality businesses
Eden Camp, in North Yorkshire, is inviting hospitality businesses to a networking event to help improve guest experiences.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Thug 'who doesn't exist' will kill someone if he doesn't change, court hears
York’s top judge warned a thug “who doesn’t exist” will kill someone unless he changes his ways. He was jailing Kieron Swankie for two GBHs.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Yorkshire village community shop and café nominated for business award
Bishop Wilton Community Shop and Café has been nominated for Independent Business of the Year.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000New chairman announced at Disability Action Yorkshire charity
Harrogate-based Disability Action Yorkshire has announced the appointment of Robert Kernaghan as chairman of its board of trustees.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000Woman sex offender failed to report as ordered to police
A woman sex offender stole from York city centre shops because she's an alcoholic, the city's magistrates heard.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Final timber frame installed at zero-gas affordable housing scheme in York
The final timber frame has been installed at a zero-gas affordable housing scheme in York, by Esh Construction.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:32:16 +0000Married at First Sight star quits show in 'heartfelt' decision as statement issued
Mel Schilling will leave Married at First Sight Australia and has issued a lengthy statement on social media following the "heartfelt decision".
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:57:57 +0000Teen biker knocked boy down - and his family 'helped him cover it up' court told
Four members of one family are accused of helping a teen evade justice in York for seriously injuring a young boy while riding an off-road bike, a court heard
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:26:35 +0000These popular towns have the highest rate of empty shops in North Yorkshire
THE high number of vacant shops in two North Yorkshire towns has been brought into sharp focus.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000'It was, and is, utterly devastating' - family who lost dad to row Atlantic
A GRIEVING Harrogate family, who tragically lost a husband and father to suicide, are rowing the Atlantic in his memory.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:32:26 +0000‘All options under review’ for future of popular North Yorkshire waterpark
‘ALL options’ remain on the table in discussions over the future of a popular North Yorkshire water park.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:02:50 +0000How cremation and funeral fees are set to change in York
The changes to fees and charges for cremations and funerals come as part of City of York Council's recently approved budget for 2025/6.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:23:00 +0000Driver suffers life-threatening injuries in crash near North Yorkshire town
The crash happened in the village close to Selby and a man continues to have hospital treatment.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:57:19 +0000Two boys and man arrested after police chase in East Yorkshire
Two boys and a 25-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of poaching on land near Swinefleet in East Yorkshire.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:48:46 +0000York Jobcentre training schemes help claimant count stay lower than a year ago
York Jobcentre is continuing a partnership with a training agency in a drive to fill vacancies in the hospitality sector.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:57:57 +0000North Yorkshire football club given £150k loan by council
A LOAN has been granted to help secure the future of a North Yorkshire football team.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:30:12 +0000Capacity reaching 1,000 at major York venue could draw big shows and cut prices
Plans lodged with City of York Council could help to attract large touring shows and help to cut ticket prices, according to officials.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:06:57 +0000Leading agency takes on marketing of popular North Yorkshire village pub
A popular village pub at Sheriff Hutton near York is on the market for £675,000 freehold as its owners plan to retire.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:12:35 +0000Work week cut at North Yorkshire company - and pay stays the same
Ripon based digital marketing agency Bronco Ltd has introduced a four and a half day working week while maintaining full pay for all employees.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:48:01 +0000New boss appointed to run leading North Yorkshire business organisation
Harrogate BID has appointed Jason Maxwell as its new Chief Executive Officer, with him set to take up the role in March.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:59:47 +0000Popular chain confirms North Yorkshire pizzeria opening and 3000 pizza giveaway
The popular pizza chain Rudy's has confirmed that its Harrogate restaurant will open this April.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:54:47 +0000Dozens attend town residents’ public meeting ‘to get things done’
RESIDENTS in a North Yorkshire resort packed into a public meeting to discuss the future of the town.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:08:11 +0000Man's body found in North Yorkshire town
A body has been found in North Yorkshire in the search for a missing man from Norfolk.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:50:00 +0000How I discovered the joy of reading - and why it matters more than ever
Samantha Martin-Smith, of Explore York Libraries, shares her story about how she discovered the joy of reading
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:08:00 +0000Burglars target major pharmacy chain in North Yorkshire town
Police said perfume and electrical goods were stolen in a burglary from a pharmacy chain in Knaresborough.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Further delay and costs for £8m York hospital scheme after contractor goes under
An £8million project at York Hospital has been halted for several months after the company building it called in the administrators.