York Press

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Could this solve the problem of traffic queues at York Hospital?
Readers suggest ways to solve the problem of traffic queues at York Hospital

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:04:44 +0000
CCTV image released in appeal following crash outside East Yorkshire village
Humberside Police is appealing for information and witnesses following the crash in Kilham in which a 31-year-old man died.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:52:57 +0000
Thieves target national supermarket chain outside North Yorkshire town
Gift cards have been stolen from a Pannal supermarket.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York murderer was on bail over alleged drug offences when he killed in city bedsit
A York murderer was on bail facing allegations relating to the supply of cocaine when he killed a visitor to the city, The Press can now reveal.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
One of the UK's most popular shows seeking Northerners for new series
Applications have opened for one of the UK's most popular shows and producers have said they are looking for Northerners.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Award-winning cocktail bar with innovative flavours to open in York
An award-winning cocktail bar with unique and innovative flavours is set to open its doors in York city centre later this year.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
York woman refused IVF on NHS as her partner already has child - friends fundraise
Friends have raised money for York woman Sophie Glasby’s IVF care after she was refused the treatment on the NHS because her partner already has a child.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:30:07 +0000
Parents and kids can get free breakfasts at Morrisons Cafés for every school holiday
Morrisons is offering a free kids and parents breakfast during every school holiday in 2026, with Kellogg’s cereal, milk and fruit at cafés nationwide

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:22:08 +0000
Ben Shephard reveals cunning way he tricked ITV colleagues about Masked Singer
Ben Shephard has shared how he kept the secret from his ITV colleagues regarding his appearance on The Masked Singer

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:40:47 +0000
One person injured after crash at busy York junction
A busy York junction has been closed after a crash.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
How York has changed since the Swinging '60s - 9 old photos
We're dialling back the clock to the 1960s - a defining decade when the bulldozers rolled, homes vanished and new landmarks changed York's skyline.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:52:23 +0000
'One-of-a-kind' spot in North Yorkshire to see thousands of stunning snowdrops
This National Trust spot in North Yorkshire is a 'one-of-a-kind' place where you can see thousands of stunning snowdrops as spring arrives this year

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 14:10:00 +0000
Two men fined after being caught with dogs and coursing equipment in East Yorkshire
Two men have been convicted of being equipped to search for brown hares with dogs after being found with dogs and equipment near Goole.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:05:14 +0000
Man taken to hospital after flat fire in East Yorkshire
A man has been taken to hospital after a flat fire in an East Yorkshire town.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:35:47 +0000
More sleet and snow on the way for York and North Yorkshire
More sleet and snow are on the way for York and North Yorkshire, following further falls last night.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:18:57 +0000
Popular chain closes its doors in York city centre
A York city centre chain has closed its doors for the last time.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:31:33 +0000
Major disruption expected all day after landslip south of York
A landslip has blocked train lines to the south of York – causing major disruption to rail travel across the region until the end of the day.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 09:57:00 +0000
Four York and North Yorkshire drivers banned from the roads
Magistrates have banned four York and North Yorkshire drivers for offences including speeding, driving without insurance and failure to tell police who was driving their car.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Meet Jango who needs cuddles and a forever home for her twilight years
Meet Jango who needs plenty of snuggles and a forever home for her twilight years after being rescued by RSPCA York.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:49:18 +0000
Sports car destroyed during blaze in North Yorkshire town
A sports car has been destroyed in a blaze in a coastal North Yorkshire town.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:42:00 +0000
Incredible story of popular York pub with 'deep' secret dating back centuries
KURT HUNTER-MANN shares the incredible story of popular York pub Roman Bath with secret discovery in basement

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire village with historic charm and cosy pub that’s the ‘perfect gem’
This North Yorkshire village in the North Yorkshire Moors has 'historic charm' and a cosy pub that's the 'perfect gem'

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire to host official Yorkshire Day celebrations
North Yorkshire has announced it will host the official Yorkshire Day civic celebration in 2029.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'We know participants will have a great day' - sports fans wanted at York event
A much-loved York charity is warning golfers to book soon if they want to be a part of a popular fundraising event.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Charity urges parents to look out for signs of cancer in children
Yorkshire children’s cancer charity Candlelighters is urging parents to familiarise themselves with the signs of cancer in children.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Sculpture by 'highly-regarded' artist could be coming to York university
Michael Kenny was a well-known 20th Century sculptor and a trustee of the late artist's estate has arranged the gifting of Original Sin.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'When I told the staff they were over the moon' - York gym owner's pride at award win
A York city centre gym is about to celebrate its fourth anniversary has been named best from a shortlist of ten businesses.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York shop to expand with move to new premises only 15 months after opening
A York vintage shop is moving from the first floor of 22 Colliergate to a larger standalone site 300 metres away.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Social media app founder throttled ex-partner after 'lurking' in her house at night
The Harrogate founder of a social media app for people with a long-term illness throttled his ex-partner after lying in wait for her in her darkened house, York Crown Court heard.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
‘Fabulous’ townhouse for sale in York for £500,000 – take a look around
A “fabulous” period townhouse is for sale in Scott Street, off Scarcroft Road in York, for £500,000.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'We could have helped' - family of tragic York teen calls for review of care rules
The family of Leah Bedford, 16, who drowned in the River Ouse in York after being reported missing is calling on the government to review guidance around informing relatives about a child’s care.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:15:21 +0000
How do you wash a heated electric blanket? Expert advice to follow if it has wires in
This is how you can wash a heated electric blanket properly and safely, even if it has wires in, according to energy and cleaning experts.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:17:25 +0000
Morrisons customers can save extra money on shopping this month - just need 1 thing
Those who have a Blue Light Card and shop at Morrisons can save extra money on groceries this month - find out how.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:31:37 +0000
Blaze in derelict building in popular North Yorkshire coastal town
Fire crews were called out after reports of a blaze in a derelict building in a popular coastal North Yorkshire town.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:16:25 +0000
Multiple fire crews called to aircraft in distress in North Yorkshire
Fire crews from across the county were called after an aircraft called for help in North Yorkshire this afternoon

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:50:59 +0000
PICTURES - Mythical beasts descend on York as city celebrates Chinese New Year
Crowds have flocked to York city centre to welcome in the Chinese New Year as dragons, lions, and dancers performed in front of the city’s landmarks.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:59:25 +0000
Stolen cards used multiple times after theft in York suburb
A wallet has been stolen from a vehicle in a York suburb and used across multiple times the city.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:43:20 +0000
Rivers rising - flood alert for areas of Ryedale
AN amber flood alert have been issued for areas of Ryedale – amid forecasts of rain and snow later this evening and tomorrow (Sunday).

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:51:27 +0000
LNER shares travel advice ahead of planned engineering works from tomorrow
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) have offered advice to customers travelling whilst rail replacement services are in place.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:00:09 +0000
WATCH - Dragons, lions, and performers in Chinese New Year parade in York
Revellers have gathered from far and wide to watch as dragons, lions, and dancers have welcomed in the new year outside some of York's most famous landmarks.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:48:51 +0000
Flood warning and alert in place for York - amid forecasts of snow
A red flood warning and an amber flood alert have been issued for York – amid forecasts of snow later this weekend.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:09:00 +0000
Man who rammed two police cars jailed at York Magistrates Court
A man who rammed two police cars and a sex offender were among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:19:05 +0000
Bus shelter in York village 'deliberately' set on fire
A bus shelter in a York village is believed to have been deliberately on fire by youths.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:44:00 +0000
Top York curry expert gives tips on how to cook your best ever curry at home
From making your own pastes to whipping out the slow cooker, Dan Toombs gives his advice for making the best curry ever

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:31:00 +0000
York praised for 'leading the work on responsible business'
The government has praised the City of York for raising the bar for responsible business.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:19:00 +0000
Dark skies, Vikings and ... Jodie Comer: all the action in North Yorkshire
The Vikings are invading York once more while the Dark Skies Festival is full of stars in Charles Hutchinson’s tips for half-term adventure

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Books of the month: jump into historical fiction, thrillers, and mystery this month
Featuring two Yorkshire authors and a contestant from The Traitors, this month's books from Kemps in Malton features historical fiction, a tense psychological thriller, a fascinating history of the criminal underworld, and mystery.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
New and larger home sought for thriving York village beer festival
The search is on to help a popular village beer festival near York, which has outgrown its church home in Copmanthorpe.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:37:00 +0000
Sad ending for this iconic and much loved York building - remember this place?
Readers share their memories of a long-gone York cinema - the ABC in Piccadilly, where Primark now stands

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:34:00 +0000
Why this afternoon tea in York is one of the most unusual you can experience
MAXINE GORDON samples a unique afternoon tea experience in York – at the National Railway Museum onboard the Countess of York

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