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Mon, 11 May 2026 09:45:43 +0100Prime minister ‘cannot continue’, says York MP
Rachael Maskell has said the prime minister Sir Keir Starmer “cannot continue” after Labour’s disastrous election results in England, Scotland and Wales.
Mon, 11 May 2026 08:18:20 +0100East Yorkshire firm plans for £500 million revenue with investment in Hull firm
Reds10 Group completed a strategic investment in ESL Fabrication Engineers, one of East Yorkshire’s fastest-growing engineering firms, to complement Reds10's advanced construction facility in Driffield.
Mon, 11 May 2026 07:28:40 +0100Fire started deliberately at popular York nature reserve
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from the city was called to a pallet fire in Clifton Backies off Water Lane around 7.40pm yesterday (May 10).
Mon, 11 May 2026 07:11:00 +0100Fire started deliberately by youths in York park
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from the city was called to Hull Road Park in Alcuin Avenue, around 7.45pm yesterday (May 10).
Mon, 11 May 2026 05:52:05 +0100Police operation targets three North Yorkshire villages
The county's police force has deployed officers to patrol Fairburn, Brotherton and South Milford, in response to ongoing reports of motorbikes causing nuisance in those areas.
Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Quaint gift shop in York, run by mother-daughter duo, shortlisted for award
Just Smile Designs, in Bootham, has been selected for an award celebrating local thriving businesses.
Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Woman assaulted teens suspected of anti-social behaviour, court told
A York woman could lose her job because she attacked two teenagers allegedly involved in antisocial behaviour, the city's magistrates court heard.
Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100'Online paedophiles are not safe from prison' - warns judge as he jails offender
Paedophiles are "tapping on the prison door" when they carry out sexual crimes against children online, York top’s judge warned as he jailed a sex offender.
Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Calls to stop sale of ‘peaceful haven for people and wildlife’ in village near York
Bishopthorpe residents are calling on a parish council to stop the sale of a field dubbed a “peaceful haven for people and wildlife” in the village.
Mon, 11 May 2026 09:44:00 +0100How and when to watch Keir Starmer's speech as he tries to save his job
Keir Starmer will set out a “fresh direction” as he battles to save his job in the face of a leadership challenge following Labour’s disastrous election results
Mon, 11 May 2026 09:41:38 +0100Which countries are boycotting Eurovision 2026? See the 5 not taking part this year
There are 35 countries taking part in Eurovision 2026, with five boycotting the contest this year. Here is who and why they are not competing.
Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Which countries are boycotting Eurovision 2026? See the 5 not taking part this year
There are 35 countries taking part in Eurovision 2026, with five boycotting the contest this year. Here is who and why they are not competing.
Sun, 10 May 2026 17:42:22 +0100Residents evacuated after sinkhole opens near home in North Yorkshire
Residents in North Street, Ripon have been evacuated after a sinkhole formed close to a home.
Sun, 10 May 2026 18:15:40 +0100Cars vandalised in North Yorkshire town - police launch appeal
North Yorkshire Police are investigating the criminal damage of numerous cars in Knaresborough.
Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:27 +0100Brand-new art gallery opens in York city centre
The Julian Jardine Gallery & Workshop has opened in York.
Sun, 10 May 2026 15:10:26 +0100Spirit stolen from York church
A suspected thief is wanted after stealing from St Lawrence Church in York.
Sun, 10 May 2026 12:10:00 +0100Open day offers rare chance to see York's most historic buildings
Three of York’s most historic buildings have been opened to the public for free viewing as part of a special anniversary.
Sun, 10 May 2026 09:51:09 +0100Step inside a restored 500-year-old York building reborn as a bookshop
Lucius Books has moved to a newly transformed store in a historic city centre building.
Sun, 10 May 2026 09:08:19 +0100Abuse survivor wins British bodybuilding titles and vows to retain his world title
Paul Remmer, from Thirsk, North Yorkshire, secured three British Championship titles in Milton Keynes on April 12.
Sun, 10 May 2026 18:54:00 +0100Oscar-winning actor brings sold-out York show back to the stage
Gary Oldman has returned to the stage in a new production of Samuel Beckett’s Krapp’s Last Tape at London's Royal Court Theatre.
Sun, 10 May 2026 09:48:00 +0100Driver in court for not having a properly visible numberplate
A driver whose numberplate wasn't properly visible was among four North Yorkshire motorists sentenced recently at Harrogate Magistrates Court.
Sun, 10 May 2026 08:33:00 +010010 old photos of children starting school in and around York from 2001
THESE photos will take many readers back! They show 10 old photos of children starting York schools in 2001. Recognise anyone?
Sun, 10 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100York riverside townhouse hits the market for £650,000 – look inside
A York riverside townhouse has hit the market - for £650,000.
Sun, 10 May 2026 06:03:00 +0100North Yorkshire publican reveals how pub sale will boost his other businesses
The former owner of a popular Boroughbridge pub says its profitable sale to a large pubco will help fund improvements at his other businesses.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100York care home to host tea party in aid of Dementia UK charity
Chocolate Works care home in York is hosting a tea party to raise funds and awareness for Dementia UK.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100York firm backs independent cancer charity with year-long partnership
Independent cancer support charity, York Against Cancer, has been named charity of the year by YorWealth.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100York mum 'gobsmacked' at clothing range designed in memory of her daughter
A York mother has said she was "gobsmacked" seeing new accessible clothing designed in memory of her daughter.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100New moves from Sam Smith's Brewery to fill its empty pubs
The Sam Smith's Brewery, which is noted for its many empty pubs, has once more boosted its salary offer as it steps up moves to attract management couples.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100On this day: York LGBT+ café hits funding goal ahead of schedule
On May 10, 2021, York's first LGBT+ café successfully reached its £5,000 start-up fund target, achieving the milestone ten days ahead of schedule.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Businessman turned to shoplifting after his firm collapsed, court told
A businessman went out shoplifting when his firm went bust and he lost everything including his home, York magistrates heard.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100On this day: York pupils learn about germs with sparkly adaption to lesson
On this day in 2016, pupils at Wheldrake with Thorganby School were given a unique lesson about germs, using glitter as an educational tool.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Shoplifter says punishing her is 'not fair' - but magistrates tell her 'don't steal'
York magistrates told a persistent thief "don't steal” when she objected to being punished for raiding two shops in 15 minutes.
Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100‘We’ve got a lot to do’ – David Skaith, from York trader to county’s first mayor
David Skaith, York and North Yorkshire’s first ever mayor, has said there remains “a lot to do” as he marks two years in office.
Sat, 09 May 2026 17:28:14 +0100Police issue major update after man's death in York street
North Yorkshire Police have updated the public after an investigation was launched following a man's death in Brownlow Street, York, yesterday.
Sat, 09 May 2026 14:12:01 +0100Man taken to hospital after assault in York city centre
A man has been taken to hospital with head and facial injuries after being assaulted in Davygate.
Sat, 09 May 2026 11:45:57 +0100Search launched for missing man, 82 - last seen in East Yorkshire
A search has begun to find a missing 82-year-old man who was last seen in Bridlington.
Sat, 09 May 2026 18:04:54 +0100Emergency services called to woman and dog stuck in pond in East Yorkshire
Humberside Fire and Rescue crews have been called to a woman and a dog stuck in a pond in Holme-on-Spalding-Moor
Sat, 09 May 2026 14:55:07 +0100Brand-new fitness studio set to open in York - here's all you need to know
A new fitness studio is set to open in Acomb this month.
Sat, 09 May 2026 10:59:25 +0100Emergency services called to reports of 'horrific' crash in York
North Yorkshire Police have been called to the scene of a reported crash between a cyclist and a van in York.
Sat, 09 May 2026 10:41:07 +0100Trains to York amended this weekend - everything you need to know
Several train services to York will be amended this weekend as major engineering work begins in Yorkshire.
Sat, 09 May 2026 18:29:18 +0100Thief strikes at cashpoint outside major supermarket in North Yorkshire
A person has been captured stealing money left behind at a cashpoint in Thirsk.
Sat, 09 May 2026 12:26:51 +0100Fire crews called to 'deliberate' fire at popular York beauty spot
A fire at Knavesmire Wood, in York, is believed to have been started deliberately, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue has said.
Sat, 09 May 2026 10:31:00 +0100Three sentenced for violent offences
Three men who had committed violent crimes and a drug driver were given community orders when they were sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.
Sat, 09 May 2026 08:43:00 +0100'Horrible things' - reader shares photo of York otter preying on fish pond
A Press reader shares this photo of a York otter preying on a fish pond
Sat, 09 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100Period duplex flat for sale in ‘ideal’ York location – look inside
A two-bedroom period flat is for sale in Holgate Road, York, for £325,000.
Sat, 09 May 2026 07:20:00 +0100Take this classic walk with castles, waterfalls, river paths and a great pub
A rewarding circular walk through Wensleydale taking in a castle, waterfalls, riverside paths, classic villages and a welcoming Dales pub.
Sat, 09 May 2026 06:59:00 +0100‘Something is happening here!’ – why this York trader is relocating her shop
Alex Hall is relocating her York business,, citing a thriving independent scene and creative opportunities just a few miles down the road
Sat, 09 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100We try a busy York restaurant - and leave disappointed
We try a bustling York restaurant with high hopes of a lovely treat - and leave disappointed, peckish and determined not to venture back.
Sat, 09 May 2026 06:09:00 +0100North Yorkshire pub wins £5,000 bar tab to give free drinks to customers
A North Yorkshire pub has won a £5,000 bar tab in a nationwide competition run by a national media outlet.
Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
Here is a list of the cheapest fuel prices in York this weekend, according to petrolprices.com.