York Press
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:55:25 +0000Overnight fire in York village - smoke still seen at the site
Firefighters have been at the scene of a fire in Osbaldwck. Crews from North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Outgang Lane at 9.34pm. The fire measured 150 square metres and is made up of waste materials, according to North Yorkshire ...
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000Man who groped woman in York nightclub banned from city centre venues
A man who groped a woman in the Club Salvation nightclub in York has been banned from all licensed venues in the city centre for six months.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Fears York shake-up could affect house prices and school catchment areas quashed
Changes planned for York will not affect local house prices or school catchment areas, the authority's leader has said.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:36:54 +0000After 14 years, this temporary cabin is now a lawful home
A TIMBER cabin that was only ever supposed to be a temporary home has officially become a permanent dwelling after more than a decade of occupation.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:18:26 +0000Fraudster targets major retailer in York
The county's force said it happened at Primark in Monks Cross Shopping Centre on two days last month, Thursday, October and Friday, October 9.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire's James Norton stars in M&S Christmas advert
M&S has launched its Christmas campaign.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:40:54 +0000James Bond composer John Barry agreed to write a piece for York but it never happened
Letters from York: John Barry’s unrealised ‘Halifax March’ for Yorkshire Air Museum, debate over EU membership and calls for pensioner discounts.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000'We are all so happy for her' - North Yorkshire girl achieves scouting feat
A North Yorkshire girl is among the first in the UK to accomplish every achievement in the world of Scouting.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire engineering consultancy in liquidation with debts above £70,000
A Harrogate-based engineering consultancy has gone into liquidation with debts topping £70,000.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000York mourns ‘Wonder Wyman’ Jules Wyman after death at 53
Tributes are paid to York confidence coach Jules ‘Wonder Wyman', who has died aged 53
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000Autistic boy without education support for over a year due to York council faults
A non-verbal Autistic boy was left without the specialist education support he needed to help him communicate for more than a year because of faults by City of York Council, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has found.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:34:03 +0000Huge waste fire in York village - firefighters called to the scene
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Tadcaster was called to Outgang Lane in Osbaldwick at 9.34pm yesterday.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Flood defence improvements planned between two major York roads
The Environment Agency has announced plans to upgrade flood defences between the A19 and Shipton Road.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Harrogate nursery launches new support for Armed Forces families
Partou Tiny Teapots Day Nursery and Pre-school in Harrogate has launched the Little Journeys, Strong Connections programme.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Ripon firm launches award to find next generation of gritter drivers
Econ Engineering, based in Ripon, has launched the Rising Star category as part of its 2026 Grit & Glory Awards.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000New £15.5m, 426-space car park to open in Bridlington town centre
A new £15.5m, 426-space multi-storey car park is set to open in Bridlington.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire Council dedicates new bridleway near Harrogate
A new bridleway has been dedicated for public use in Harrogate, from Ripley Road (A61) to Ripley Village.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Festive music and treats as York hotel switches on Christmas lights
The Grand, York is set to host its annual Christmas light switch-on on November 13.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Yorkshire farming conference to return with focus on collaboration
Yorkshire Farming Conference will return to Yorkshire in 2027 with a focus on collaboration.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Childline marks 40 years with special visit to Yorkshire base
Childline marked 40 years of supporting children and young people across the UK with a special visit.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000York Humanists to lay wreath at city's Remembrance ceremony
York Humanists will lay a wreath for the first time at the York Memorial Gardens this weekend.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Inspectors praise improvements to East Riding children’s services
East Riding of Yorkshire Council's children’s services have been rated “Good” across the board following a recent Ofsted inspection.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:06:59 +0000New Christmas journey to Santa's Grotto launches in Harrogate
Weetons of Harrogate has launched The Weetons Christmas Journey to Santa’s Grotto.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Yorkshire fish and chip shop that often has queues 'snaking out of the doors'
The White Horse Cafe is Thirsk brings a taste of the seaside to those who can't make it to the coast with its traditional dishes.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:32:52 +0000Fans beg Richard Hammond to bring back TV car show favourites
Fans of Richard Hammond's latest TV series about a classic car company have reacted to the latest episodes
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:40:25 +0000Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Lidl and more risking £100 parking fines
Drivers are urged to check supermarket parking signs after a warning that some car parks charge for parking outside opening hours.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:24:58 +0000Memorial appeal for heroic World War II 'Ghost Patrol' soldiers
They were known as the ‘Ghost Patrol’ by opposing Italian forces because the unit often appeared suddenly out of nowhere in the deep desert
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:43:21 +0000Who won Big Brother 2026 last night? Champion crowned after 'best series in years'
Rochelle was crowned Big Brother 2026 champion on Thursday (November 5) night, beating Twinks and Yasmin to claim the £100,000 cash prize.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:28:40 +0000Emmerdale star confirms exit from ITV soap but promises to return in the future
Bradley Riches has confirmed he will be leaving Emmerdale for the festive period but will return to play Lewis Barton in the new year.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000UK's top 10 most stolen EVs in 2026 revealed with more than 1,000 vehicles taken
Data from the DVLA has revealed what the most stolen electric vehicle models are in the UK for the first six months of 2026
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Floods warning - El Niño set to hit York with 'intense' rain
A global climate phenomenon is expected to bring heavy and intense rain to York this winter which will impact local rivers, according to a council official.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:40:14 +0000Man wanted by police after fraud with counterfeit money in Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police appeal to identify a person linked to counterfeit money used in a Ripon purchase on September 8. Quote reference 12260187676.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:32:29 +0000Person hit by train south of York - major disruption expected
A person has been hit by a train south of York.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:23:03 +0000York areas 'troubled by street drinkers and gangs' prompts crackdown expansion call
A crackdown on intimidating behaviour in York should be expanded, a councillor has said.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000Arsenal, Liverpool, Spurs - York City's best FA Cup home games
York City enter the FA Cup this weekend looking to create more memories in the historic competition.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:45:48 +0000Here’s why police have been out in force in York
Project Servator officers carry out surprise deployments and vehicle checkpoints across York, urging the public to trust their instincts and report concerns.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:34:08 +0000York City FC teams up with makers of new Christmas movie
A new Christmas partnership is bringing festive cheer to the big screen and beyond.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000‘Clearly not working’ - MP renews call for action on York Hospital parking
Luke Charters MP has renewed calls for action over parking at York Hospital, saying the situation is "clearly not working" for patients, visitors and staff.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Ghosts descend on popular York city centre garden
Thousand of people are set to descend on a York garden as it is overtaken by ghosts.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:45:00 +0000Star-studded Christmas film shot in York hits cinemas – watch the trailer
A festive film shot across York and starring Richard E Grant and John Bradley arrives in cinemas, with a special City Screen Q&A
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:09:06 +0000Police appeal to identify man after theft at North Yorkshire venue
Police are appealing for help to identify a man following a reported theft.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:41:32 +0000Teenage girls fight outside care home in North Yorkshire
Police are appealing for information after an assault during a fight in Pickering.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000PICTURES - 15 models take to York catwalk for good cause
A charity fashion show has been held in support of cancer research and in memory of those affected by the disease.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:46:35 +0000North Yorkshire fire crews dealing with two incidents
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue is currently dealing with two fires.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:24:34 +0000Owner says 'I feel crushed' after lorry damages historic mill
THE owner of an historic building has spoken of a 'dark day' after a lorry badly damaged the property.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:22:40 +0000A64 between York and Scarborough faced 5,200 hours of closures since 2020
DRIVERS travelling between York and the Yorkshire coast have faced more than 5,200 hours of A64 closures since the start of 2020, it can be revealed.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000£7m decision on future of Scarborough's vacant Brunswick Centre due this week
A CRUCIAL £7 million funding decision that could determine the future of Scarborough's vacant Brunswick Centre will be made this week.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000Artwork lost for more than 100 years to return to public view in York
A major new exhibition exploring the work of women artists is set to open in York.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:56:50 +0000'Heart of the village' pub dealt blow as bid to protect its future is rejected
A bid to protect a North Yorkshire village pub has failed despite a survey showing overwhelming support for bringing it back into use.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:32:48 +0000North Yorkshire jewellery and watch burglaries prompt police warning and patrols
North Yorkshire Police investigate jewellery and watch burglaries in Harrogate, Selby and Thirsk between October 17 and November 4, police appeal for information.