York Press

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Christmas can be a really tough time' - urgent appeal for volunteers in York
The Salvation Army needs volunteers to help those in need in York this Christmas.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:56:46 +0000
Global pop sensation reveals 2026 North Yorkshire date - how to get tickets
AN international pop star is heading to North Yorkshire next summer - bringing her trademark wit, powerhouse vocals, and genre-defying anthems.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:54:17 +0000
Flood alerts in York village and East Yorkshire with more rain expected
The Environment Agency (EA) said flooding from the Lower River Derwent is possible in Elvington, Pocklington, Wilberfoss, Stamford Bridge and Wressle.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:43:21 +0000
Crash closes major York road in both directions
The A1237 to the north of the city is shut both ways due and police have been at the scene.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:48:00 +0000
'Another company should take over this route and give us a proper bus service'
'Time to five us a proper bus service' says our letter writer. Share your views

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:26:00 +0000
'Council has no-one capable of solving this problem' - letter
'Council has no-one capable of solving this problem' says our letter writer

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:11:25 +0000
Fire in North Yorkshire town park thought to have been started deliberately
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Harrogate went to St Patrick's Way in the town at around 6pm last night.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Angry campaigners seek legal advice after station gateway scheme gets go-ahead
A campaign group opposed to the £14.3 million Harrogate Station Gateway scheme is seeking fresh legal advice after council chiefs gave the go-ahead for work to start.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The top ten coffee shops in York revealed - did your favourite make the cut?
The votes have been counted and the top ten coffee shops in York have been revealed – did your favourite make the cut?

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'It was an emotional rescue as well' - rowing coach commended for saving woman's life
A York rowing coach has been celebrated after saving the life of a woman who entered the water in York city centre earlier this year.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Tributes after death of founder of York business set up half a century ago
Jack Illingworth set up Illingworths Insurance Brokers and Financial Services in 1973 after a successful career in the industry, latterly as branch manager of Guardian Royal Exchange insurance company.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:51:17 +0000
Rail fares to be frozen across England for first time in 30 years
There's good news for commuters as rail fares are to be frozen for the first time in 30 years.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:49:39 +0000
B&M apologises for 'serious error' as shoppers given urgent warning
The 'serious error' sparked an 'urgent investigation' from B&M, which has issued a warning to shoppers

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:05:00 +0000
Week two of festive giveaways: prosecco, darts and a £200 M&S voucher up for grabs
The festive season is in full swing, and subscribers are being treated to another round of prizes as part of this year’s Advent of Competitions.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'It was an unforgettable experience' - York campaigner's parliament visit
ONE of the founders of York men's social wellbeing group Menfulness got to visit Downing Street and meet the Health Secretary in Westminster.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Reminder to drivers about York crossing closure
Bootham crossing in Wigginton Road is set to close for works.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 19:42:30 +0000
PICTURES: Christmas mischief as mice return to historic York home
Festive mischief has returned to a historic York home as it has once again between overtaken by festive and well dressed mice.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:27:38 +0000
Police issue warning after car repeatedly damaged in North Yorkshire street
North Yorkshire Police have warned the public after a car has been repeatedly targeted with what may be 'deliberate criminal damage'

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 16:43:58 +0000
Yorkshire Dales restaurant among UK's best places for 'showstopper' Sunday roast
This Michelin star Yorkshire Dales restaurant has been named among the UK's best places for a 'showstopper' Sunday roast 'with all the trimmings'

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:43:43 +0000
City centre gift shop hit by theft
Some CCTV images have been released after a theft at a York city centre gift shop.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:40:03 +0000
Yorkshire town with 'quaint charm of bygone years' home to 1970s BBC sitcom
This West Yorkshire town with 'quaint charm of bygone years' is the real-life filming location of Last of the Summer Wine - Britain's longest running sitcom

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:07:00 +0000
Well-known shoe brand closes York shop suddenly
Bailiffs have been brought to a popular women’s shoe shop in York city centre.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
‘Beautiful’ Victorian townhouse hits the market in York – look inside
A “beautifully presented” Victorian townhouse has hit the market in Fulford Road, York – for £650,000.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:07:00 +0000
York students launch new walking tour highlighting city's darkest history
York students AVI RUBINSTEIN and IZZIE SOLOMON explain why they have set up a Jewish history walking tour in York

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Members of popular 1990s band announce second show at East Yorkshire venue
A popular 1990s band have announced a second show at an East Yorkshire venue after tickets flew out for their first.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:51:28 +0000
Emergency services called after person falls from bridge into river
Emergency crews have been called in after reports that a person had fallen into the river.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 07:22:00 +0000
Take in two waterfalls and a pretty village on this weekend walk
Take in two waterfalls and a pretty village on this weekend walk

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Festive fair to bring Christmas cheer to York animal home
Crafts, seasonal treats and cuddly toys will be on offer at the York RSPCA's festive fair which is raising vitals funds to help care for animals in need.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:16:00 +0000
'They were remarkable': York woman finishes challenge for hospice that cared for mum
A woman from Osbaldwick, York, has completes a five-day trek across Iceland, raising almost £2,000 for St Leonard's Hospice.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Flats in North Yorkshire get go-ahead after ten-year wait - despite objections
Councillors have approved plans for 24 assisted living apartments in Selby as part of a scheme first proposed a decade ago.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Home needed: Molly and Rex have been with York RSPCA for 177 days - and counting
These two Chihuahuas, Molly and Rex, are looking for a new home after their devoted owner passed away.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire village like a 'Christmas postcard' is perfect for a winter wander
This quaint English village in the North York Moors is said to be like 'waking up in a Christmas postcard' and is perfect for a winter wander

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Housing hell': York students working multiple jobs to pay rent they can't afford
University of York Students' Union has launched a campaign over what it says is a 'housing hell' faced by students in the city.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:26:00 +0000
Ryedale dangerous driver sentenced at magistrates' court
A stalker, a sex offender and a bad driver were among defendants sentenced recently at Scarborough Magistrates' Court.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Sex offender missed police check - because he couldn't afford York prices
A man on the sex offenders' register couldn't get to Fulford Road Police Station because he couldn't afford York bed and breakfast prices, York magistrates heard.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Cosy North Yorkshire pub with Hollywood connection and waterfall invites guests
People can relive a scene from the movies at the only pub in Britain with a waterfall in its back garden - located just two hours from York.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
E.coli detected in North Yorkshire groundwater - prompting action
E.coli has been detected in groundwater in East Ness, prompting Yorkshire Water to act.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:55:11 +0000
Police locate missing York man 'over the border'
Police have said they are growing ‘increasingly concerned’ for a York man who was last seen on Monday.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Reminder part of main road through York to close for roadworks
DRIVERS are being reminded that part of Huntington Road in York is set to close for roadworks.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Warning to York residents about noise disruption
RESIDENTS living close to a railway line in Holgate are being told to expect noise and disruption as works get underway in December.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 18:34:54 +0000
North Yorkshire fire crew called to 'precarious’ for sale sign
Fire crews in North Yorkshire were called out today after a 'for sale' sign was spotted in a ‘precarious position’.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 18:14:55 +0000
Tractor destroyed by fire in York village
A tractor was destroyed in a fire in North Yorkshire.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:51:39 +0000
Appeal after bike is stolen from city centre rack in broad daylight
A bike was stolen from York city centre in broad daylight.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:32:30 +0000
Popular York brewery to partially close from today ahead of major renovation project
A popular York bar has revealed it will be partially closing for the next week ahead of a major renovation project.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Violent thug left man with fractured skull in unprovoked attack at York station
A man who left a passerby with a fractured skull after punching him in a totally unprovoked attack at York Railway Station has been jailed.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:55:48 +0000
Major city centre retailer to close its doors TODAY ahead of move
A major city centre retailer has announced it will be closing its doors TODAY – ahead of a move to a larger store within York.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:33:00 +0000
'It gives me nightmares' - victims speak after masked gang jailed for almost 30 years
The victims of a masked gang who targeted high-value cars across North and East Yorkshire shared their experiences in court.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:08:00 +0000
The Yorkshire Vet to sign copies of new book in North Yorkshire
Julian Norton and Lucy Pittaway are joining forces for a Harrogate gallery event to promote The Yorkshire Vet, Back to Herriot Country next month.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Meet the North Yorkshire fashion designer who is making tweed cool
Catherine Turnbull reports on the North Yorkshire fashion designer who is making tweed cool

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:47:31 +0000
Appeal after 'goods' are stolen from York city centre shop
Police are appealing for help after a theft at a city centre clothes shop.

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