York Press
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000'He fights every day to do the things other children his age do naturally'
The family of Kai Macgregor from Starbeck hope to raise £4,000 to help their boy, who has cerebellar hypoplasia and ataxia.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:23:28 +0000Storm Bram: 6 flood warnings in York, North and East Yorkshire
SIX flood warnings and 13 flood alerts remain in place this morning (December 10) across York, North and East Yorkshire in the wake of heavy rainfall from Storm Bram.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Date set for hosepipe ban to end
Yorkshire Water has announced a temporary hosepipe ban for the region ends today.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:45:45 +0000Major route between York and Hull blocked by crash
A major road between York and Hull is currently blocked after a crash.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:27:00 +0000True stories reveal what it was like to work at Rowntree's, Terry's and Craven's
York's confectionery factories are the stuff of mouth-watering memories and guilty pleasures - and are now the subject of an exhibition
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Flexible Goole grant scheme allocates more than £364,000 to local businesses
More than £364,000 has been awarded to Goole-based businesses and individuals through the Opportunity Goole project.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000BMW in 90mph police chase crashed inches from retired couple watching TV in lounge
A BMW crashed inches from where a retired couple were watching television in their North Yorkshire home at the end of a high speed police chase.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Yorkshire accountancy firm agrees to join professional services group
Yorkshire-based accountancy firm, BHP, has agreed to join the professional services group Sumer.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Yorkshire manufacturer chairman named among Britain's great 100
Chairman of a Yorkshire-based plastics manufacturer, Simon Price, has been named among Britain’s Great 100.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000North Pole adventure themed events and Santa's Grotto open in York
A North Pole adventure and Santa's Grotto are open at Dobbies Garden Centre in York.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire football club unveils new kit after local sponsorship
Wigginton Grasshoppers FC in North Yorkshire is sporting a new kit thanks to sponsorship from Specsavers.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Christmas card designs by York pupil spreads festive cheer to community
Pupils from Howden Junior School have created a winning Christmas card for residents, organised by Lovell.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000York care home hosts special presentation about air ambulance service
Highfield Care Home in Tadcaster welcomed the National Children’s Air Ambulance for a special presentation.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Call for 'contemplative garden for all' as part of Castle and Eye of York scheme
The regeneration of the area around York’s Clifford’s Tower should include a new Peace Garden, a Jewish group has said.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Here is the cheapest fuel stations in and around York currently
Here is a list of the cheapest garages in and around York, according to petrolprices.com.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Derelict York mental health unit could be turned into HMO as council sells building
A derelict former mental health referral unit in Clifton could be turned into a house of multiple occupation (HMO) under new plans.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Ouse Bridge closure - what has happened to the public response?
What has happened to the public’s (i.e. the electorate’s) response to what the authorities euphemistically call the Rougier Street proposals, asks our letter writer.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Best luxury Christmas Hampers in York and North Yorkshire worth the price tag
The Press reviews the best luxury Christmas Hampers in York and North Yorkshire , including Bettys, Oldstead, Botham’s and Weetons.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000The Beverley Arms unveils a magical Christmas experience in the heart of Yorkshire
This Christmas, The Beverley Arms, located in the historic centre of Beverley, East Riding, Yorkshire, is inviting guests to step through the wardrobe into a spectacularly festive world.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:47:16 +0000Don’t blame wildlife for £11.7m Kex Gill overspend, say Green councillors
Financial mismanagement rather than a requirement to protect wildlife caused an £11.7m overspend on a major road building scheme, opposition councillors claim.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:42:00 +0000David Walliams issues update on the future of Little Britain during GMB appearance
David Walliams has issued an update on the future of Little Britain during an interview on Good Morning Britain (GMB) with Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:30:00 +0000'Leah brought warmth and laughter to everyone’ says family as inquest concludes
The family of Leah Bedford has said she was a “vibrant and loving 16-year-old” who "brought warmth and laughter to everyone around her” after an inquest into her death concluded.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:45:00 +0000Vandals target car in York suburb
VANDALS have targeted a car in Crombie Avenue, in Clifton.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 07:12:34 +0000Vehicle hits building in North Yorkshire town - police on scene
Police and firefighters have been called in after a vehicle hit a building in Castlegate, Scarborough.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000Work well underway on York city centre building
Work on the new room2 hotel at the former Swinson House site in Piccadilly in York is coming on apace.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:31:38 +0000Storm Bram: flood warnings in place for York, North and East Yorkshire
THREE flood warnings and 28 flood alerts remain in place this morning (December 9) across York, North and East Yorkshire in the wake of heavy rainfall from Storm Bram.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 20:41:05 +0000Fallen tree partially blocks main road in North Yorkshire town
Motorists are being urged to drive with care due to a fallen tree in a North Yorkshire town.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:13:09 +0000Plans for 645 homes, link road and school in Norton finally approved
PLANS for hundreds of new homes in Norton have been given the go-ahead despite concerns over the impact on the town's medical services, the proposed siting of a primary school and the effects of 10,000 additional toilet flushes a day on the sewerage ...
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:15:00 +0000Your chance to meet the Yorkshire Shepherdess in York this weekend
Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen, will be signing copies of her first-ever children’s book at The Blue House Bookshop, York.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:05:05 +0000Woman taken to hospital after three-vehicle crash in North Yorkshire
A woman in her 60s has been taken to hospital following a crash on the A1041, close to Selby, North Yorkshire Police has said.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:30:18 +0000Stolen cars and illegal e-bikes seized as police step up action in part of York
POLICE have taken a number of illegal and stolen vehicles have been taken off the roads as part of efforts to keep York's streets safe.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:10:42 +0000Major route into York returns to normal after being partially blocked
Two major North Yorkshire roads were experiencing traffic delays after separate incidents which both took place this afternoon.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:37:02 +0000Free travel for some as festive bus service changes announced
Festive bus service changes have been announced for the Christmas and New Year period - with free travel offered some some travellers.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:06:25 +0000'People's lives are falling apart': Campaigners on impact of solar farms
People’s lives are falling apart because of huge solar farms - such as the Helios solar farm planned for near Selby - being built in the North Yorkshire countryside, say campaigners who claim the cumulative impact of the schemes is being ignored.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:02:20 +0000Pioneer who helped establish police dogs hailed by York force
A pioneer who helped introduce police dogs into North Yorkshire has been celebrated with a special visit.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:05:35 +0000Criminal damage outside popular York cafe - did you see it?
POLICE are investigating vandalism to property outside a cafe in Acomb.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:16:17 +0000Enchanting new York Christmas experience offers an escape from busy crowds
VISITORS are being invited to escape the crowds and enjoy a quiet world of frost, light and storytelling at York's enchanting new Christmas experience.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:07:08 +0000Luxury spa experience opens in York following major refurbishment
A luxury spa experience has opened its doors in the heart of York with unique treatments, after a £2.8 million pound refurbishment.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:28:01 +0000REVIEW: The Pantomime Adventures Of Peter Pan at York's Joseph Rowntree Theatre
Here's our reviewer's verdict of the Rowntree Players' Pantomime Adventures Of Peter Pan at the Joseph Rowntree Theatre in York.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:04:55 +0000Footpaths on North Yorks Moors reopen after major wildfire and explosions
Footpaths have reopened and access restrictions have been lifted on Langdale Moor in the North York Moors after a major wildfire earlier this year.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:12:48 +0000Police hunt to find suspected thief in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police are investigating the theft of a handbag from a car park in Byram, Selby.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:34:00 +0000Teacher struck off for sending sexual messages to student
A North Yorkshire sixth form college teacher who sent sexual social media messages to a student has been struck off.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000York bungalow with fully-equipped kitchen hits the market for £450,000
A three-bedroom detached bungalow has hit the market in Haxby, York, for a guide price of £450,000.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Five-bedroom property going up for auction in sought-after York location
A five-bedroom Victorian mid-terrace, located just off Bootham in York, is on sale for £490,000 with William H Brown.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Apology over absence of York’s popular carousel from York Christmas market
Operators of York's much-loved carousel have apologised to families for its absence at this year's Christmas market - but hope to return in 2026.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Bidders across the world vie for historic artefact auctioned off in York
A rare piece of religious history - a 'He' bible - has found a new home after being auctioned in York.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Ian Eiloart selected as Liberal Democrat candidate for Heworth by-election
City of York Council’s Liberal Democrat opposition has announced its candidate for the upcoming Heworth by-election.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Darts roundup: Moorside Bar A continue to dominate league with victory
Moors Darts roundup: Moorside Bar A asserted their dominance at the top of the Moors league with an eight-two victory against Coach House.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000York primary school named top in city for UK-wide School Challenge
Copmanthorpe Primary School claimed first place in York and 44th in England in the WOW Walk to School Challenge.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Classic comedy adapted by Emmy award winning writer to be shown in York
Olivier award-winning wit is set to light up the stage in York with a fresh take on a classic comedy.