York Press

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Changes to pothole works which 'infuriate drivers' welcomed in York
Changes to the way pothole repairs are dealt with including making councils prove they are doing more have been welcomed.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0100
Rain and wind no match for Easingwold music crowds
Supporters of a North Yorkshire town's summer-long celebration of live music braved the elements and turned out to enjoy the latest show.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:30:01 +0100
Police to ‘take firm action’ against anyone committing crime during World Cup matches
Humberside Police has said it will “take firm action” against anyone committing crime during World Cup matches.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:20:00 +0100
Nature as medicine - how North Yorkshire is redefining health
Nature as medicine - how North Yorkshire is redefining health. By regional mayor David Skaith

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:10:39 +0100
Firefighters called to electrical pylon incident in North Yorkshire village
The county's fire and rescue service said firefighters from Pickering were called to the scene in Normanby, outside Pickering, around 6.15pm yesterday (Wednesday, June 10).

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Bake off and celebrations mark 10 years of York village community 'tea shop'
More than 100 people gathered to toast a village venture near York which brings community members together over tea and cake.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:51:00 +0100
'Time for a campaign to stamp out misuse of Blue Badge parking bays in York'
A letter writer is calling for a campaign to stamp out misuse of Blue Badge parking bays

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Mayor calls for pride and crackdown on anti-social behaviour in North Yorkshire town
A newly re-elected mayor is calling for people to take more pride in the town of Norton on Derwent -  and for a crack down on anti-social behaviour.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:40:00 +0100
Here's why police have been out in force in York
Specially trained officers have been out talking to members of the public in King's Square, Piccadilly, Coney Street and Castlegate as part of Project Servator or 'unpredictable policing' which launched in North Yorkshire eight years ago.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Average rent in Yorkshire climbs to nearly £1,000 according to latest report
The average monthly rent in Yorkshire reached £959 in early 2026, marking a five per cent rise compared to the end of 2025.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Epic musical with 15-piece orchestra set to light up York stage
A classic story of redemption is coming to life on stage in a special youth production set to highlight the talent of York's young people.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ghostly tales emerge from £3.3m refurbishment of Ripon museum
Unexplained footsteps and eerie presences have been reported by builders during the refurbishment of Ripon Workhouse Museum.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
NHS expands mental health support programme for North Yorkshire students
More students and teachers across North Yorkshire will soon benefit through the expansion of the Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) programme.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands expected to attend popular Moonlight on the Lake event in Scarborough
Moonlight on the Lake will once again transform Scarborough’s Peasholm Park this October.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York recognised again for safe and welcoming night-time economy
York has earned its fifth consecutive Purple Flag accreditation, being recognised as a standout UK destination for safe and vibrant nightlife.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family-run chippy that champions local community in Press contest
A family-run chippy that keeps community at the heart of what they do is today’s contender in a Press competition.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire gin firm went under owing over £6m, says administrators' report
The company behind the iconic Slingsby Gin went under owing more than £6 million to various creditors, a report by administrators has revealed.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New Yorkshire study explores pupil wellbeing and school engagement
York St John University’s Institute for Social Justice is hosting an online showcase to present research on education policy and pupil wellbeing.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire community group celebrates two decades of reducing waste
The North Yorkshire Rotters, a volunteer group dedicated to promoting home composting and waste reduction, celebrated 20 years of cutting waste.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public notice: Temporary road closures planned for improvement works
Here are the latest public notices announced across York this week.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
British Army logistics expert appointed to run operations in York
A former British Army logistics expert has been appointed to run bus operations in York.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire man serving unusual prison term 14 years after it was abolished
A North Yorkshire man is today serving a controversial type of sentence that cannot now be imposed on anyone. Ryan Scott, now 38, was given an "indeterminate sentence for public protection" when he was 19.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Ex-partner threatened to kill woman's family and burn down home, court told
A prisoner who harassed his ex-girlfriend from behind bars, threatened to burn down her home and kill her mother may never be freed, York Crown Court heard.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire Police officer who shared confidential footage is sacked
A North Yorkshire Police investigations officer who shared confidential footage while off duty has been sacked.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:48:05 +0100
Tesco axes delivery fees for thousands of shoppers in major promotion
Tesco is waiving delivery charges on its Whoosh rapid delivery service for all orders of £25 or more

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:48:47 +0100
UK drivers told to ignore these sat nav directions after 'worrying' rise in deaths
A recent survey indicated that 54% of drivers have been diverted onto rural routes because of traffic on motorways, dual carriageways and other A roads.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:40:50 +0100
A64 in North Yorkshire reopens to traffic after building fire
A main road in North Yorkshire has reopened after it was closed due to a building fire.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:14:04 +0100
Letters from East Yorkshire's defining historical and political figure up for auction
Letters written by the anti-slavery campaigner William Wilberforce will be auctioned in East Yorkshire on Saturday, June 13.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100
More than £3m set aside to restore moorland after devastating wildfire
Thousands of acres of moorland affected by a fire on the North York Moors are being restored with the help of more than £3 million from the government.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:32:29 +0100
York electric car owners 'forced' to pay higher fees amid hopes for lower costs
Some York electric car owners are forced to pay up to £35 more to recharge their vehicle compared to others, a councillor has claimed.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:32:02 +0100
Inquest hears how North Yorkshire tourist drowned in Venice canal
Scarborough tourist, Chatchawan Thongpia, 31, drowned after falling into a Venice canal drowned after falling into a Venice canal.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:31:01 +0100
York Crematorium revamp- what's happening with services and when facilities open
York Crematorium is set for a revamp, with works set to begin soon.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:33:52 +0100
Racist abuse hurled at group of men in York city centre
North Yorkshire Police said the disturbance happened around 2.30pm on Saturday, June 6, when officers were called to New Street, close to the Bottega Milanese café to reports of a man acting aggressively.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Moves to stop drugs and alcohol 'ruining lives' in York as deaths double
Efforts to tackle drug and alcohol addiction in York have been backed following a rise in deaths nationally.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:58:47 +0100
Jewellery worth thousands stolen in York's most iconic street
Thousands of pounds worth of jewellery has been stolen from a shop in one of York’s most iconic streets.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:37:42 +0100
Investigation launched after 'heavily smoke logged' home damaged by fire
AN investigation has been launched after a house was badly damaged when a barbecue fire spread to the property earlier today (Wednesday).

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:12:02 +0100
North Yorkshire pub boss talks tax and recruitment challenges facing hospitality
The chairman of a North Yorkshire pubco has spoken of the challenges facing the hospitality, with higher national insurance rates hampering staff recruitment.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:44:00 +0100
'Postcode lottery' for patients with IBD, says North Yorkshire MP
Tom Gordon MP has called for "urgent" improvements in IBD care, sharing his own experience living with ulcerative colitis

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:13:14 +0100
North Yorkshire MP hits out at ‘glaring hole’ in £3m fund for fire-damaged moors
A North Yorkshire MP said there is a ‘glaring hole’ in the Government’s announcement of a £3.2m support package to restore the North York Moors National Park.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:37:08 +0100
120-home housing development planned at East Coast resort
New plans to develop 120 homes on Easton Road in Bridlington have been submitted to East Riding of Yorkshire Council by Esh Construction and Richard Roberts.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:32:10 +0100
Call to end ‘scandalous’ maintenance fees at new housing developments
A North Yorkshire councillor has hit out at ‘scandalous’ fees charged by developers of newbuild properties for unadopted roads and highways.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:27:00 +0100
Plans approved to house European workers at major North Yorkshire farm
Retrospective plans to provide seasonal housing for European workers at a major North Yorkshire farm have been approved.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:21:17 +0100
44 homes scheme on its way to village near York from major housebuilder
A major housebuilder has announced it will be able to offer 44 homes in a village development just a few miles outside of York later this year.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:32:28 +0100
North Yorkshire pubco announces sale of three venues in 2026
A Harrogate-based owner of pubs and hotels in the county has confirmed the sale of three venues.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:31:01 +0100
Thief targets East Yorkshire town house in so-called 'two-in-one' burglary
Humberside Police said it happened between 7pm on June 7 and 5.15am on June 8 in Colonels Walk, Goole after the property was entered through an insecure door.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:32:05 +0100
'We want to honour his memory' - train staff embark on epic 250-mile charity journey
Employees from Hull Trains will take on the 250-mile challenge from Hull Paragon Station to London King’s Cross - passing through Howden and Selby.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:40:00 +0100
New York stained-glass window celebrates King Charles and Queen Elizabeth legacy
A stunning new stained-glass window will take pride of place within one of York's most historic buildings in honour of King Charles III and the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:35:12 +0100
'Rats tried to eat through our door', says restaurant licence objector
A resident who said rats have tried to eat through their door has objected to a restaurant’s licence bid in North Yorkshire.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:14:00 +0100
Best-selling singer-songwriter brings intimate set to Yorkshire venue
Our review of Dermot Kennedy at First Direct Arena, Leeds, on Tuesday, June 2

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Life-changing charity appeals for help as it moves to bigger premises
A charity is relocating to a bigger centre to be able to support more North Yorkshire children with Down Syndrome and their families.

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