York Press
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:13:00 +0100Vehicle ends up on roof in North Yorkshire village crash
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Scarborough and Sherburn were called to a crash in Foxholes around 11.45pm yesterday (Tuesday, August 11).
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100Driver banned after he failed to respond to court summons
A driver who was among three motorists who failed to respond to a court summons has been banned from driving.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:19:49 +0100Farmers and firefighters join forces to tackle field blaze near Yorkshire town
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to a field fire in Grindale Lane, Bridlington around 5.45pm on Tuesday, August 11.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:43:36 +0100Two people trapped in York shopping park - emergency crews called in
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from York were called to Kathryn Avenue in Huntington just after midnight (Wednesday, August 12).
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100Man's 'miraculous' recovery after colleagues saved him highlights importance of CPR
A MAN who made a 'miraculous' recovery after his work colleagues performed CPR on him for 15 minutes has stressed the need for everyone to learn the life-saving skill.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100Popular outdoor education centre near Whitby faces closure in shake-up
More than 70 years of residential stays at East Barnby Outdoor Centre could end after council chiefs were advised to cancel planned investment in the centre and use alternative facilities.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around York, according to petrolprices.com.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire runner takes on one of UK’s toughest endurance events
Rachel Ross Russell, from the North Yorkshire Moors, will tackle the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra in the Lake District in September.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Housebuilder donates £1,500 to York Hospital neonatal unit appeal
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,5000 to York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity’s Tiny Lives Appeal.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100New manager joins Flemingate as Beverley shopping centre continues to grow
Amy Whittaker has been announced as the new centre manager at Beverley’s Flemingate shopping centre.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Whitby MP hails victory as controversial gaming centre rule set to be scrapped
The government's plan to abolish a controversial rule has been hailed as a victory for local democracy by Alison Hume MP.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Barcode on trees is a zany idea' - proposal after Walmgate tree fall sparks debate
A proposal to put barcodes on public trees is “zany”, says today's lead letter writer. Other topics include the solar eclipse, water shortages and Burnham.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Easingwold woman takes on 177-mile walk to raise money for Dogs Trust
Sports massage therapist Emma Landrie, from Easingwold, is taking on a 177-mile walking challenge to raise funds for Dogs Trust.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100More than 550 runners sign up for bear-themed charity run in York
Hundreds are taking part in the Big Bear Run, which will take place on August 16 at Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100York music venue granted protected status in bid to retain it for community
A former music venue in York with a national reputation has been granted Asset of Community Value status in a bid to retain it for the community.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Harrogate hotel offers business owners chance to win a luxury break
The ‘Holiday from your Business’ package, launched by DoubleTree by Hilton Majestic Hotel & Spa, is offering a break for senior business owners.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Final homes up for sale before next phase of Driffield development
Barratt Homes says eight homes remain for sale in the current phase at Mortimer Park in Driffield.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100York apprentice to cycle 400 miles with friend for life-saving cancer research
Jake Turner from York is cycling the length of the East Coast Main Line with Declan Kiely to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bank holiday rail disruption as £800,000 Knottingley bridge works begin
Network Rail is investing £800,000 in essential works on the historic Brotherton Bridge near Knottingley.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic North Yorkshire pub named after town's icon reveals reopening date
The historic Mother Shipton Inn has announced a re-opening date.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100York firm reports 26% rise in turnover to £139.8million
An escorted rail holiday company has reported strong financial growth, with turnover rising by 26 per cent to £139.8 million.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hundreds of new adult learning courses launched across York and North Yorkshire
Hundreds of new adult learning courses are now available across York and North Yorkshire, backed by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100More than 100 classic tractors heading to major Harrogate vintage sale
Cheffins’ annual Harrogate Vintage Sale will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground this weekend.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Campaign group slams 'lack of movement' on cycle lanes at York railway station
York Cycle Campaign claimed "completed" bike lanes built as part of the Station Gateway project in Queen Street and parts of Station Road remain shut and are "full of plastic barriers", forcing cyclists to ride in traffic alongside buses and other ve...
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100Former home of esteemed writer in Yorkshire hits the market – for £3.5 million
The former home of an esteemed writer has hit the market in Yorkshire – for £3.5 million.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Selby couple inducted into prestigious British Country Music Hall of Fame
Susan and Nigel Green, from Selby, have become members of the prestigious British Country Music Hall of Fame.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100'Incredible gem' Yorkshire hotel named one of the best castle hotels in England
The Swinton Park Hotel near Ripon has been named one of the best in England thanks to its many restaurants and activities.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:27:13 +0100Beefeater and Brewers Fayre pubs could be saved as 261 sites earmarked to close
The venues would reopen as value-oriented pubs if they are sold by Whitbread, the owner of the Beefeater and Brewers Fayre chains.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:26:14 +0100Brits warned over dangerous ‘fake’ eclipse glasses ahead of Wednesday
Brits have been warned not to use ordinary or ‘knock-off’ eclipse glasses as more than 90% of the Sun is blocked over the UK on August 12.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:25:27 +0100UK flights cancelled as major European airport closes runway until end of 2026
Paris Orly Airport’s Runway 4 will be closed until December 17, affecting thousands of flights in the coming months.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:21:19 +0100Asda announces major shake-up affecting 3,500 workers nationwide
Asda said there are no plans for redundancies as part of the move
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:20:25 +0100The Office star Lucy Davis reveals 'incurable' stage four cancer diagnosis
The Office actress Lucy Davis said she was diagnosed a year and a half ago with stage four breast cancer.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:12:48 +0100Results Day 2026 - free pizza, food and treats to celebrate or commiserate A levels
Results Day 2026 freebies include free Zizzi pizza, Nando’s chicken, Moonpig cards, drinks, desserts and more. See the full list of deals.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:25:56 +0100Patient airlifted to hospital after medical incident on York Minster roof
Multiple emergency services helped lower a patient down from the roof of York Minster after a medical incident.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:23:10 +0100Person taken to hospital after major medical incident on roof of York Minster
Emergency services have taken a person to hospital after a medical incident on the roof of York Minster.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:15:41 +0100Major road out of York reopens after crash
The A1079 is running very slowly this morning in both directions following the incident which happened on Giant Bradley Way in Market Weighton.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:51:58 +0100'Coward' who subjected child victim to years of sexual abuse is jailed
Sex offender Ian Mark Wrightson, who subjected a young girl in York to years of abuse, has been jailed.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:48:18 +0100Motorists warned of heavy congestion on main road into York
Motorists are being warned of increasing delays along the A64 near York.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:22:04 +0100Travellers served notice to leave York playing fields
Travellers who camped at Chesney Fields playing fields in York have been served a notice to leave by City of York Council.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100‘Absolute omnishambles’ – Press readers react to £34m York council station overspend
Press readers have reacted to City of York Council’s £34 million overspend on work to revamp of the area outside the station, with one deeming it an “absolute omnishambles”.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:17:41 +0100North Yorkshire's first fixed speed camera back - a year after it was knocked over
The first ever fixed speed camera in North Yorkshire has been re-installed - a year after it was knocked over.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:38:47 +0100Combine harvester catches fire in field in North Yorkshire village
A combine harvester caught fire in a field near Selby today (Tuesday).
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:23:38 +0100Farmers and firefighters join forces to battle field blaze in North Yorkshire
Farmers and firefighters joined forces to tackle a blaze in a field in Huby, North Yorkshire, this afternoon.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:50:13 +0100Dog walkers urged to come forward after potential indecent exposure on riverbank
Footage has been discovered that suggests someone may have been a potential victim of indecent exposure on Tadcaster riverbank.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100New cancer support group formed in York suburb
A new cancer support group in a York suburb is bringing comfort and community closer to home for patients and carers.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100'The beer is spot on' as much loved Sam Smith's pub in York reopens
The doors are back open, and the pints are being enjoyed at the much-loved Sam Smith's owned Wellington Inn at Fishergate, York
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100‘It gave me hope’ - how this York boxing gym is changing young lives
A boxing gym near York has teamed up with youth homelessness charity SASH to help vulnerable young people rebuild their lives.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:29:43 +0100Police hunt two men after 'theft' from home in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police is searching for two men in connection with an alleged theft in Harrogate.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:11:53 +0100Mountain bike and children's cycle helmets 'stolen' from York city centre
A high-value Trek Remedy mountain bike has been reported stolen from York city centre.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:47:00 +0100Vehicle 'criminally damaged' in North Yorkshire supermarket car park
Police are appealing for information following an incident of criminal damage in Tesco in Thirsk.