York Press
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:32:00 +0100Girl dies after rescue from Yorkshire river
A girl has died after being rescued from a Yorkshire river.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:39:11 +0100Woman, 88, dies after crash with car in North Yorkshire
An 88-year-old woman has died after the silver Toyota Yaris she was driving was involved in a crash in Harrogate.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100Thief who defied shop ban three times sent back to prison
A persistent shoplifter defied a court order designed to prevent her stealing within weeks of being released from prison, York Magistrates Court heard.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100'They do an incredible job' - praise for search and rescue teams
York Outer MP Luke Charters has parised the work of Scarborough and Ryedale Mountain Rescue team volunteers.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:14:03 +0100Firefighters called to crash in North Yorkshire town
The county's fire and rescue service said two crews from Scarborough were called to Eastfield, to the south of the coastal town, around 7.30pm yesterday (Sunday, May 31).
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Best chippies in York named
The 10 finalists in the running to be named the best chippy in York and North Yorkshire have been revealed.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Former North Yorkshire nursery owner takes on magistrate role
Jilly Smith, a former nursery owner from North Yorkshire, is now helping to shape young lives from the bench and encouraging others to do the same.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100More than 8,500 blades taken off streets of York and North Yorkshire
More than 8,500 blades have been removed from the streets of York and North Yorkshire since a county-wide crackdown started last year.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100TV channel to be axed permanently this week as part of newest shake-up
Sky continues to update its services and will be making changes to several channels, with one disappearing alltogether.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Emmerdale and Corrie fans face another ITV schedule change this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street fans will see a schedule change this week due to ITV1 showing a football match.
Sun, 31 May 2026 08:27:29 +0100Lane of motorway running through North Yorkshire closed for repairs to damaged bridge
National Highways said lane one of three on the A1(M) northbound near Wetherby is shut due to a damaged bridge joint.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Following the Knights? Here's a French city where you can live like royalty
Fancy a city getaway with a bit of a difference? Andy Hirst has a recommendation that's set to appeal to rugby fans in York.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bollard in York city centre 'an accident waiting to happen'
MySight in York has hit out against a controversial bollard which was placed in the middle of paving designed to help people with sight loss in the city centre.
Sun, 31 May 2026 17:17:59 +0100'Extensive damage' caused to North Yorkshire property after being entered unlawfully
North Yorkshire Police said it happened in York Road, Barlby, near Selby, between Sunday, May 24 and Saturday, May 30.
Sun, 31 May 2026 15:32:24 +0100'It's an ongoing journey with nature' - tickets sold out for open gardens in York
The Press went along to the inaugural Acomb Open Gardens today (Sunday, May 31) and spoke to participants who were taking a break from showing ticket holders around their green spaces, as well as swapping tips.
Sun, 31 May 2026 15:05:56 +0100Police appeal following incident in North Yorkshire town
The county's force said the incident happened in Market Place, Pickering, around 12.30am on Sunday, May 3.
Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 +0100New drama set to explore systematic failings behind murder of Sarah Everard
A new factual drama will explore the story behind the systematic failings that led to the murder of York woman Sarah Everard.
Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Popular children's party venue with cafe in York given one star for food hygiene
A highly-rated family entertainment venue in Nether Poppleton on the edge of York has received a one-star rating for food hygiene.
Sun, 31 May 2026 11:48:00 +0100'It’s like a medieval New York' – how I fell for this Italian Riviera gem
It’s like exploring a medieval New York says Kay Frances of her recent trip to this part of the Italian Riviera
Sun, 31 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100Harrogate garden offers free electric vehicle charging for visitors
Visitors to RHS Garden Harlow can now charge their electric vehicles for free while exploring the site.
Sun, 31 May 2026 10:26:40 +0100Thieves target vehicle parked up on York driveway
North Yorkshire Police said the theft happened in the early hours of yesterday morning (Saturday, May 30) in Spalding Avenue, Clifton.
Sun, 31 May 2026 10:19:00 +0100Three motorists fined and one banned after they failed to answer court summons
One motorist has been banned from driving after she failed to respond to a court summons.
Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Vandals strike in North Yorkshire village
The county's police force said an act of criminal damage took place in Main Street, Gristhorpe on the evening of Tuesday, April 28.
Sun, 31 May 2026 09:05:00 +0100Can you recognise any of these York school starters from 2003 and 2004?
DO you recognise any familiar faces in these old photos of school starters in York from 2003 and 2004?
Sun, 31 May 2026 08:59:34 +0100Bomb disposal experts called to beach in East Yorkshire town
Humberside Police said a cordon was in place in Foresters Way, Bridlington with an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) team in the area.
Sun, 31 May 2026 08:51:00 +0100A city of seven prisons – the brutal truth of old-fashioned justice in York
From kidcotes to hanging, York’s medieval punishments reveal a city shaped by crime, cruelty and public shame.
Sun, 31 May 2026 08:08:25 +0100Vehicle on fire in York suburb
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Harrogate was called after an SUV engine set alight in the Hopgrove area of the city around 7.30pm yesterday (Saturday, May 30).
Sun, 31 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100‘Beautifully refurbished’ period home hits the market in York – have a look inside
A “beautifully refurbished” three-bedroom home is for sale in White Cross Road, off Haxby Road in York, for £450,000.
Sun, 31 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100The tiny North Yorkshire village where visitors trip over the name
If your travels take you across the North York Moors, you might find yourself tripped up by the name of this tiny village rather than the terrain.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Business confidence in Yorkshire stabilises after recent decline in survey
Business confidence in Yorkshire has stabilised following a period of decline, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sold-out wine tasting event in Ripon helps raise funds for Christian Aid Week
A sold-out wine tasting and coffee morning have helped raise funds for Christian Aid Week.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire museum offers visitors a second day out for free
Eden Camp has launched a special summer offer, giving visitors a second chance to explore the past in North Yorkshire.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Investigation launched after school shed 'collapses' on child
An investigation has been launched after a shed 'collapsed onto a child' in a York school playground.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Theatre, music and comedy among upcoming events at Pocklington Arts Centre
Pocklington Arts Centre has announced a host of various productions coming up in York.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Link to York ring road set to close for 28 days for maintenance
Monks Cross Link, which connects the Monks Cross Shopping Park to the A1237 Ring Road, will close from 7.30am on Monday, June 8 to 4.30pm on Sunday, July 5.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Grand Opera House York to host comedy legend's first tour since 2010
Lenny Henry will bring his Still At Large tour to the Grand Opera House in York next month.
Sun, 31 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Concern over felling of ‘precious’ trees at former Bootham Park Hospital site in York
Campaigners and Rachael Maskell MP have said they are concerned over the felling of three “precious” trees at the former Bootham Park Hospital site in York.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Royal Mail misses annual delivery targets amid £500m investment plan
A new nationwide delivery model is being introduced, subject to union consultation, that includes scrapping Saturday deliveries of second-class post
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100DVLA warning to UK drivers following surge in driving licence and vehicle scams
Latest figures show almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity.
Sun, 31 May 2026 11:43:00 +0100York letter sparks fierce row over energy policy and Lib Dems
A York councillor’s call for “coherent” energy policy has triggered a heated debate among readers
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Millions of TVs in the UK are upgraded with free extra channels on air 24/7
Virgin TV has launched two brand-new 24/7 channels that are available free of charge for current customers - see what they are showing.
Sat, 30 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100Outdoor bar plan dropped by York pub
A York pub has dropped its bid for an outdoor bar.
Sat, 30 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100Batman and Mario turn up for major event at top North Yorkshire school
Cundall Manor School celebrated the engineering prowess of pupils at their annual go-kart race.
Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Where are the most polluted parts of York?
The part of York with the highest recorded air pollution levels has been revealed in the latest air quality figures for the city.
Sat, 30 May 2026 17:39:09 +0100Crash on main road outside North Yorkshire town
The county's fire and rescue service said a crew from Harrogate was called to the A661 Wetherby Road near the town around 3.30pm today (Saturday, May 30).
Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Inside home for sale in ‘exclusive’ York development – for more than £870,000
A "charming" five-bedroom home has hit the market in the Square, off Tadcaster Road in York – for £872,000.
Sat, 30 May 2026 15:18:02 +0100Thief targets convenience store in coastal North Yorkshire town
The county's police force said the theft happened at One Stop in Falsgrave Road, Scarborough, on the morning of Sunday, May 3.
Sat, 30 May 2026 14:55:00 +0100GALLERY - York Pride 2026 in 35 photos as thousands support LGBT+ community
York Pride returned to the city today (Saturday, May 20) and brought thousands of people out into the streets to show their support for the LGBT+ community.
Sat, 30 May 2026 13:09:46 +0100'A fantastic celebration of city and community' - thousands turn out for York Pride
Up to 20,000 people are said to have gathered in York in support for what organisers said was North Yorkshire's largest LGBT+ celebration.
Sat, 30 May 2026 11:23:00 +0100When the crowds vanished - York’s eerie lockdown days captured in new photo book
York’s lockdown days have been captured in new photo book to be launched this week