York Press

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York security company in liquidation owing more than £12,000
York-based Andante Group Ltd has gone into voluntary liquidation with debts exceeding £12,000.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Warning powers to tackle disorderly drunken behaviour in York don't go far enough
There are concerns that proposals to beef up powers to tackle disorderly drunken behaviour in York do not go far enough.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:52:50 +0000
Thieves target main road in York suburb
North Yorkshire Police said a white Honda CBF 125 was stolen from outside a property in Melrosegate between 12pm and 5pm on Friday, October 23.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:10:59 +0000
'Milestone' whisky from North Yorkshire distillery selected by leading UK merchants
The Spirit of Yorkshire’s 2017 Moscatel Sherry Cask #2231 has been chosen by Berry Bros. & Rudd, Britain’s oldest family-owned wine and spirits merchant, for its 2026 Odyssey collection, The Auld and the Bold.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:55:41 +0000
Person falls into North Yorkshire town harbour - lifeboat crew at the scene
The Whitby inshore lifeboat was launched at 6pm yesterday evening (Tuesday, October 27).

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:40:23 +0000
Digger on fire on main road in Yorkshire - emergency services at the scene
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to Kingsgate in Bridlington at 3.06pm yesterday afternoon (Tuesday, October 27).

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:28:01 +0000
Thieves target North Yorkshire farm
The theft took place on Camela Lane, Camblesforth in the early hours of yesterday morning (Tuesday, October 27).

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:17:45 +0000
Crash on major North Yorkshire road - woman badly injured
Cleveland Police said the crash happened on the A171 Whitby Road in Guisborough at 3pm on Wednesday, October 7, near the Waterfall Farm roundabout.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000
10 remarkable old photos of a changing city and the York we used to know
Photos of old York in the 1990s capture the Barbican’s rise, Naburn Hospital’s demolition, Terry’s Chocolate Works and a changing city.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:36:00 +0000
'Best night out' as Regency Weekend at museum sells out
Malton Museum hosted a successful Regency Weekend earlier this month, raising funds for its development.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Yorkshire firm taken over by new owners after 138 years of family leadership
A BUSINESS which has been led by six generations of the same family over its 138 year history has changed hands.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire village school with eight pupils faces closure threat
A primary school faces possible closure as pupil numbers fall to eight and North Yorkshire Council considers consultation on November 3.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
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Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York-headquartered hotel chain rebrands to reflect global ambitions
York-based BWH Hotels GB is rebranding as WorldHotels GB.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Work could begin within weeks on 'vital' new pharmacy in York after Boots closure
Plans have been submitted for work to begin on a 'vital' new community pharmacy in York.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Celebrated restaurant in York shortlisted for prestigious Press award
Bombay Spice, in Goodramgate, is up for a Best Curry House in York 2026 award.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
40,000 new homes already approved or allocated land in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire already has planning permission or land identified for around 40,000 new homes, it has emerged.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Thriving new North Yorkshire restaurant sells 1,100 pies in under three weeks
The Pickering Pie Emporium, which focusses on the humble British pie, served with mash, says sales are going far better than expected.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Crash victim 'may never fully recover' from injuries caused by careless driver
A crash victim may never recover from the injuries she suffered when a North Yorkshire driver turned right without signalling, York magistrates heard.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York firm partners with Hungarian company to improve heart treatments
A new partnership involving a York company aims to pave the way for breakthroughs in targeted drug delivery.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'It's an emotional decision'- racecourse mainstay announces his retirement
One of the thoroughbred characters of York Racecourse - James Brennan- has announced he is leaving after 28 years at the Knavesmire.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Woman paedophile jailed for nearly 10 years for repeated sex with underage boy
A woman paedophile from North Yorkshire has been jailed at York Crown Court for having sex with an underage boy.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Woke bullies' blamed as reindeer cancelled from Christmas Fair
Organisers of a Christmas Fair in Yorkshire have been accused of giving in to “woke bullies” after cancelling plans to feature reindeer.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Home in ‘one of York’s most prestigious’ areas hits the market – for £1.45m
A home has hit the market in Sycamore Place, off Bootham, in York for £1.45 million.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York eye clinic hands out free eye tests for people experiencing homelessness
Specsavers’ York home visits team partnered with Vision Care for Homeless People (VCHP) to deliver free eye tests to 16 residents at James House.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Award-winning comedy exploring faith and rebellion comes to York theatre
Poor Clare, written by American playwright Chiara Atik, will be performed at Theatre@41 in York.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York haircare brand launches hair dryer designed for children
York-based haircare brand AirHeads has released a dryer which aims to make hair drying gentler and less stressful for children.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York MP welcomes paternity pay change for self-employed parents
Rachael Maskell MP has welcomed a new government policy giving self-employed fathers two weeks of paternity pay.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Major £13.4m Harrogate town centre transformation gets green light
The £13.4 million scheme to transform Harrogate town centre is set to begin in the new year.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York Park and Ride buses to run more frequently ahead of Christmas market
York Park and Ride buses are set to run more frequently to support Christmas shoppers and reduce city centre traffic.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Hundreds of Christmas gift boxes donated to children’s charity in York
More than 280 shoeboxes packed with gifts have been donated to the Children in Distress Charity in York.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York Outer MP hails paternity pay expansion as 'major victory for dads'
Luke Charters, Labour MP for York Outer, has welcomed plans that will extend financial support to self-employed fathers.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Children’s charity marks 10 years supporting Yorkshire families
The Principle Trust Children’s Charity is marking 10 years of partnership with Independent Domestic Abuse Services (IDAS).

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in York, according to petrolprices.com.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
First-time buyers offered help to buy new homes across Yorkshire
Bellway is hosting dedicated events across Yorkshire following details of the Government’s Your First Home scheme.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Solar panels, holiday lets and homes announced in York planning applications
City of York Council has announced the latest planning applications across the region.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Murder mystery set in Scarborough hotel is latest in crime series
Glenda Young’s fifth Seaview Hotel book, Music to Die For at the Seaview Hotel, set in Scarborough, will be released on December 3.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Thousands of guinea pigs set for major health challenge in Beverley
Nearly 3,000 guinea pigs will be involved in the Big Pig Health Check, taking place at Bishop Burton College, as part of Guinea Pig Awareness Week.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Former Royal Marines officer takes on new role at York wealth management firm
Former Royal Marines Officer Jacob Parsons has joined JM Finn to help meet growing demand in the region.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000
40,000 new homes already approved or allocated land in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire already has planning permission or land identified for around 40,000 new homes, it has emerged amid growing anger over government-imposed housing targets.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000
'Woke bullies' blamed as reindeer cancelled from Richmond Christmas Fair
Organisers of Richmond Christmas Fair have been accused of giving in to “woke bullies” after cancelling plans to feature reindeer amid concerns about animal welfare and the prospect of protests.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:21:49 +0000
Gas standing charges to be scrapped in major Budget energy bill shake-up
Gas standing charges costing typical households around £108 a year are set to be scrapped from 2027, with the Treasury estimating 60% could save £45 annually.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Budget 2026 what to expect from John Healey as Chancellor prepares major announcement
John Healey will deliver his first Budget as Chancellor today, October 28, with households and businesses waiting to see whether he will announce further help with the cost of living.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:01:00 +0000
What will the Budget mean for pensioners as State Pension set to hit £13,036?
Millions of pensioners are waiting to see whether Chancellor John Healey will announce a major change to the tax-free personal allowance in the Budget 2026.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:01:00 +0000
John Healey promises ‘breathing space’ Budget lowering energy costs for good
John Healey has said he will use his first Budget to give households and businesses “breathing space today” from everyday costs

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:47:56 +0000
Wanted man may have links to York and North Yorkshire
Police have launched an appeal following an alleged public order offence in Skegness.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
£300 fines for breaking new rules in York- what households should know
New rules controlling what wood burning stoves people can have and what they can burn in York are set to come into force in days.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:17:00 +0000
£32.3m black hole facing York council prompts plans for Government talks
York's council is facing a £32.3 million budget black hole, prompting plans to approach the Government for talks about its financial options.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:55:08 +0000
Appeal launched for missing 72-year-old man from North Yorkshire
The county's police force said the 72-year-old is missing from Ingleton and are appealing for information to help locate him.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:42:52 +0000
Delays for rail passengers in North Yorkshire following points failure
Rail passengers in North Yorkshire are facing delays this morning (Tuesday, October 27) following a points failure.

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