York Press

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:33:56 +0100
Delays on major road outside York with lane blocked - emergency services on the scene
North Yorkshire Police said officers are on their way to the A64 close to the turn off for Castle Howard, to reports of a broken-down lorry.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Revamped cafe at major York retailer gets one star for food hygiene
A café which forms part of The Range in York has scored one star in a recent food hygiene inspection.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:26:00 +0100
Two-vehicle crash on main road in North Yorkshire town
It happened at the junction of the A165 Filey Road and Belvedere Road in Scarborough around 7pm last night (Sunday, June 21) and involved a car and a van.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:12:19 +0100
Group of people stuck in lift in East Yorkshire village
Humberside Fire and Rescue service said firefighters were called to Buttercrambe Road in Stamford Bridge around 7.50pm yesterday (Sunday, June 21).

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:10:00 +0100
'Why Labour’s 1.5 million new homes target is unachievable'
Our letter writer outlines why Labour’s 1.5 million new homes target is unachievable

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Beavers transform North Yorkshire forest in landmark five-year trial
A five-year trial in Cropton Forest has shown that beaver reintroduction can reduce flood risk and boost biodiversity.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council explains why fly-tipped waste in York village is still present after a month
A York farmer said he is ‘disgusted’ that City of York Council “appears to have done nothing” to remove hazardous fly-tipped waste from the side of a road since officers reported it for clearing a month ago.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Letters between celebrated writers made fully accessible – thanks to York students
Letters between Laurence Sterne and Ignatius Sancho have been made fully accessibly – thanks to York students.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Garbage and Skunk Anansie rock Scarborough in special performance – review
Nineties alternative rock bands Garbage and Skunk Anansie rocked Scarborough Open-Air Theatre – in glorious sunshine.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:34:20 +0100
When is it too hot to work? Your rights explained as 38C heatwave to hit UK
The Met Office has forecast temperatures as high as 38C for parts of the country this week.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:33:39 +0100
Extreme heat warnings expanded as the UK heatwave to soar to 38C this week
The Met Office has warned of high temperatures and has expanded the extreme heat warning across the UK.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Armed Forces Week: A nation’s duty to those who have served
In a world growing more uncertain, we rely on our Armed Forces more than ever – and that makes our duty to care for those who have served stronger than ever too.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:38:09 +0100
Sir Keir Starmer confirms that he will step down as Prime Minister in statement
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that he will step down as Prime Minister.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedule changes you need to know this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street will see more schedule changes due to World Cup coverage on ITV1.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:20:10 +0100
Motorcyclist, 34, dies after crash with car on A19 in North Yorkshire
A motorcyclist has died after a crash with a car on the A19 at Chapel Haddlesey, near Selby.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Quaint pub in tiny North Yorkshire village named one of the UK's prettiest
A pub in a tiny North Yorkshire village has been named one of the prettiest in the UK by the Michelin Guide and has been described as a place "to be treasured".

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:06:00 +0100
'Banger after banger' - 80s pop legends bring Summer of Hits tour to York
80s pop legends OMD are heading to York next month and lead singer Andy McCluskey tells fans it will be banger after banger...

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:15:00 +0100
Inside the ‘thriving’ North Yorkshire post office on sale for £99,950
A post office in a North Yorkshire market town is on the market for £99,950.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:05:00 +0100
'Residents deserve a debate on the facts concerning school catchment areas'
Our letter writer says residents deserve a debate on the facts concerning school catchment areas

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:03:54 +0100
Police urge children to stop climbing on school roof in North Yorkshire village
Police have urged children to stop climbing on the roof of Barlby High School, near Selby.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:53:58 +0100
Bike stolen from York university campus
A bike has been stolen from the University of York campus, prompting a police appeal.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:37:42 +0100
York set to swelter during mini heatwave with highs of 31C forecast
Highs of 31C have been forecast for York as the area prepares for a mini heatwave, according to the Met Office.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:17:37 +0100
Dog stuck in ditch in North Yorkshire is rescued by firefighters
A dog stuck in a ditch in Cliffe, near Selby, has been rescued by firefighters.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:19:47 +0100
Hundreds of people pack popular York high street for party
Hundreds of people filled Bishopthorpe Road in York for a day of celebrating the independent businesses that have made it one of the best high streets in Britain.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:19:56 +0100
More than 200 runners take part in R U Taking the P? fun run in York - in pictures
More than 200 runners laced up their trainers to take part in the R U Taking the P? fun run from Rowntree Park in York.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:06:40 +0100
‘A fantastic day’ - hundreds of runners take part in York fun run for important cause
Hundreds of runners have taken part in the R U Taking the P? fun run in York to raise awareness of prostate cancer.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:59:00 +0100
Magistrates ban 3 York and North Yorkshire motorists in their absence
Three out of four York and North Yorkshire drivers who failed to respond to court summons have been convicted of motoring related offences and banned from driving.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100
A York spa escape with luxury treatments, pool and indulgent afternoon tea
Wrapped in a towelling robe with the faint smell of essential oils in the air, I had a sense of hitting pause and it was easy to forget I was just a couple of miles from the hustle and bustle of York.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Builders' stag night ended in police cells after city centre fight
CHESTER Magistrates Court has fined three Yorkshire builders for their role in a street fight in the city centre.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:39:56 +0100
Two music powerhouses unite to rock the North Yorkshire coast – in pictures
Garbage and Skunk Anansie united to rock the Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Have a look inside ‘beautiful’ period home for sale in village near York
A “beautiful” period home has hit the market in Escrick, near York, for £375,000.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Top North Yorkshire pub gets four stars after recent one-star for food hygiene
A top North Yorkshire pub in one of the UK’s ‘prettiest villages’ has scored four stars for food hygiene, after recently receiving a one-star rating from North Yorkshire Council.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
York finance firm moves to larger offices in city centre as it eyes expansion
York-based Ardent Financial Planning is moving to larger offices in the city centre at Toft Green.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pupils' artwork goes on display at National Gallery for third year in a row
Outwood Primary Academy Alne will be in the National Gallery’s Take One Picture exhibition in London for the third consecutive year.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York choir to celebrate the beauty of flowers with pair of summer concerts
York-based chamber choir South Bank Singers will perform A Garden of Song in Summer, a programme celebrating flowers through choral music.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ripon engineer swaps corporate career for spiritual calling in new book
Philip Wade, a Chartered Civil Engineer, has released his new book, The Living Soul.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free food, music and games at York Youth Festival this summer
The York Youth Festival will return to Rowntree Park with free food, live music, and games taking place this summer.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York firm secures partnership with national brass band championships
rooms4groups has been named the official group accommodation partner for the National Brass Band Championships.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New York university award to honour community champion and alumna
The £500 Cindy Benton Award will recognise student community engagement and honours the York St John University alumna.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Creative workshop in Knaresborough highlights learning disability week
Participants from the Autism Plus Hub in Knaresborough joined an art workshop during Learning Disability Week 2026.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'We’ve got a really good thing going' - inclusive York rugby club to host open event
A York rugby club is inviting people to come down and get involved with their team.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100
NHS reveals tips on how to ease hay fever symptoms ahead of high pollen count
The NHS has released advice on how to ease any hay fever symptoms ahead of the heatwave hitting over the next few days, as the pollen count will be very high in many parts of the UK.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Cadbury boss on why chocolate bars are getting smaller - it's the consumers' fault
Chief executive of Cadbury's parent company, Mondelez International, Dirk Van de Put, has revealed why chocolate bars in the UK are getting smaller.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The 20p coin sold for almost 240 times face value on eBay - how to spot
According to the Royal Mint, the error resulted in a number of 'mule' or undated 20p coins being accidentally released into circulation in 2008.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Emmerdale and Corrie set for fresh schedule shakeup next week - see what's changing
Emmerdale and Corrie will see more schedule changes in the coming week as ITV's World Cup coverage continues.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Parents urged to claim HMRC freebie worth £2,000 per child before summer holidays
HMRC is urging parents to check if they qualify for a childcare scheme worth up to £2,000 per child each year, with summer holiday costs looming.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
More than 30,000 people denied entry to Europe due to EES - could you be next?
More than 30,000 people have been denied entry to Europe since the introduction of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) - find out who can be turned away.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Martin Lewis says one 'bonkers' insurance trick could cut your bill in half
Martin Lewis says getting car insurance quotes 26 days early could slash premiums. Some drivers cut bills by nearly 50% using the little-known trick.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:36:09 +0100
HMRC issue urgent £200 warning to all UK pensioners this month
Pensioners are being hit with automatic tax charges of £200 as part of a nationwide scheme to reclaim Winter Fuel Payments.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Michael Gove to play the Prime Minister in new Sky show alongside Nicola Sturgeon
Michael Gove and Nicola Sturgeon are set to star in a new Sky show.

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