York Press

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:37:32 +0100
Emergency services called to person stuck in river in York
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue, North Yorkshire Police, York Rescue Boat and paramedics have been called to a person stuck in the water in York.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘Surviving cancer at 32 changed everything for me. I’m grateful for the support’
A cancer diagnosis changed everything for Heather Hackney from York. Then she had to come to terms with losing her fertility.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:36:47 +0100
Fire crews called to crash involving electric and diesel vehicles
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service have been called to a crash involving an electric and diesel vehicle in Oaker Bank, Harrogate.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:10:05 +0100
Youths start grass fire in York
Youths have started a grass fire in Wains Road, York.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire fashion brands take centre stage at Great Yorkshire Show
The Great Yorkshire Show’s highly anticipated fashion show is making a stylish return, taking place on the Ariat GYS Stage.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Take a look inside £565,000 executive family home near Scarborough
A five-bedroom detached house in East Ayton, Scarborough, has hit the market for £525,000.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IN THE DOCK: sex offender among defendants at York Magistrates Court
A sex offender, a violent man and two drivers were among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York restaurant marks first year as it eyes TripAdvisor top ten rank out of 800
A York restaurant, which opened a year ago, believes it will make the TripAdvisor top ten, out of the 800 or so restaurants in the city.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Was HS2 a sound investment or a colossal folly?
Our letter writer gives his views on the HS2 project

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Inside ‘stylish’ hidden flat off busy York city centre street for sale - for £425,000
A two-bedroom flat tucked away off Blake Street in York city centre has hit the market – for £425,000.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dinosaur-themed Lego trail returning to Harrogate this summer
The Harrogate Lego Trail will return on August 1, featuring a series of large-scale Lego dinosaur models inspired by this year’s ‘Dinky Dinosaurs’ theme.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nearly £500,000 awarded to improve playgrounds and outdoor gyms in Yorkshire
Playgrounds and outdoor gyms are getting a boost thanks to nearly £500,000 of new funding from the National Grid’s Local Community Fund.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pickering Running Club triumphs again at Wistow 10k league race
Tuesday saw the sixth 10k in the York & District Road Race League take place in Wistow.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Five top Yorkshire beaches to visit including hidden gems and 'beautiful oasis'
These five beaches are easy to reach from York and include a mix of hidden gems and a "beautiful oasis".

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The chocolate box village in North Yorkshire with a ‘gorgeous’ ice cream parlour
Thornton-le-Dale is a tiny village in North Yorkshire with beautiful walks and a quirky antique shop, making it perfect for a day trip.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:47:31 +0100
Emmerdale star to leave ITV soap after 17 years amid major cast shake-up
Emmerdale star Jack Downham is reportedly leaving the ITV soap after 17 years.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:06:47 +0100
Emergency services close main road in North Yorkshire after crash
Emergency services have been called to a crash on the A59 York Road, near Green Hammerton.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:54:16 +0100
Police hunt to find suspect after assault of woman in York
A woman was punched in the head without warning or reason in Gale Lane, Acomb.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Everyone in York knew him' - tribute to treasured city tailor Richard Seymour
A York family has paid tribute to tailor Richard Seymour, whose customer-first approach and traditional values made him a city favourite.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Global lifestyle' brand eyes York site
A global health and lifestyle brand has lodged plans for a site in York.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:40:51 +0100
Fire crews called to 'deliberate' fire at York park
A fire in Foxwood Park, in Bellhouse Way, is believed to have been started deliberately.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:34:26 +0100
PICTURES: Hundreds enjoy special annual parade and carnival in York
Hundreds of people lined the streets of Haxby today for a special annual parade and carnival.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Look inside ‘magnificent’ flat for sale in well-known York building – for £525,000
A “magnificent” flat has hit the market in a well-known York building Fossbridge House – for £525,000.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:22:12 +0100
Young people 'risking their lives' by jumping in nearby canal - police say
Young people have been putting their lives at risk by swimming in dangerous open water in Selby.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:57:44 +0100
Road users warned of slow and building traffic on main road into York
Motorists are being warned of increasing delays on the A64 Eastbound.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:57:17 +0100
Thief strikes at popular bargain shop in North Yorkshire
A thief has targeted Yorkshire Trading Company in Malton.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:40:20 +0100
Police launch investigation into assault of driver along busy main road in York
A coach driver was assaulted during an incident that also left their vehicle damaged along a main road in York.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Why TV legend's new book described as 'perfect for summer' is a must for your hols
This week’s bookcase includes reviews of TV legend Lorraine Kelly's new book

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Historic Sam Smith's pub home to the longest bar in Britain that serves pub classics
The Cittie of Yorke pub in London is home to the longest bar in Britain and offers Sam Smith's beers alongside pub classic dishes.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:47:44 +0100
Fire crews called to building in historic city centre street
Fire crews have been called after reports of water seeping through the ceiling of a building in Coffee Yard.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:07:56 +0100
Burst water pipe closes main road in North Yorkshire as homes flooded
Emergency services were called to a burst water pipe, which flooded properties along Knaresborough Road in Harrogate.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:32:47 +0100
Police incident at popular DIY shop in North Yorkshire
A police incident has happened at B&Q in Seamer Road, Scarborough.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:16:22 +0100
Fire measuring 80 metres burns in North Yorkshire village
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service have been called out after 80 metres of hedge was seen burning in Green Hammerton.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
I cycled 10 miles for breakfast at a favourite cafe - it was worth every pedal
Our reviewer samples the breakfast menu at No 10 - a popular cafe just outside York

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Met Office forecasts warm sunshine across York this weekend
The Met Office has forecast a warm and sunny weekend across York.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chef Tommy Banks swaps his kitchen for the theatre and is hottest ticket in town
Tommy Banks is just one of the hottest tickets in town in the coming week in York. Charles Hutchinson shares his what's-on top picks

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IN THE DOCK: Man, 81, gets suspended prison sentence at Scarborough Magistrates Court
An 81-year-old man and two defendants who assaulted other people are among defendants sentenced recently at Scarborough Magistrates Court.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Take this 10-mile walk through two quiet dales with wonderful views
WENSLEYDALE can be very busy. However there are many smaller, quieter dales that radiate from its path. This week's country walk...

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Hospital parking has to be more expensive to discourage the wrong type of users'
Letter writers argue that hospital parking must cost so much to deter the 'wrong type of users'. Is this fair? Join the debate...

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than 1,000 pupils take part in East Riding anti-violence campaign
More than 1,000 pupils across the East Riding of Yorkshire have heard a talk about the potential consequences of violence.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New alcohol licence application submitted for Easingwold convenience shop
Daily Retail Express, in Easingwold, has put forward an application to sell alcohol.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York Nurses League marks 90th anniversary with special celebration
A group of nurses in York marked 90 years of shared history and professional legacy at The Grand.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in York this weekend, according to petrolprices.com.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New homes, solar farm and depot plans submitted in latest York applications
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to the City of York Council this week.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Disappointment for these North Yorkshire towns in Town of Culture competition
NO North Yorkshire towns have been shortlisted for the inaugural Town of Culture competition in a ‘disappointing’ announcement.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Harrogate nursery chosen to work towards UNICEF rights award
Woodlands Harrogate Nursery has been chosen to start working towards the Rights Respecting Schools Award in partnership with UNICEF.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
City of York Council's housing development wins top design honours
The City of York Council’s first Passivhaus development, Duncombe Square in Clifton, was recognised at the York Design Awards.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Malton and York choir to perform Musicals by Moonlight at Scampston
Members of the Sing Space Musical Theatre Choirs from Malton and York will perform Musicals by Moonlight at Scampston Hall Gardens.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic John Smith's Cup set for another thrilling day at York Racecourse
The John Smith's Cup aims to create another historical sporting moment this Saturday.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Paddy McLaughlin testimonial match to take place this month
York City will play Peterborough United in a special testimonial match for Paddy McLaughlin later this month.

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