York Press
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000'A reminder of the city’s remarkable history' - finds at major York development
ROMAN and Anglo Saxon artefacts dug up at the site of the new room2 hotel in Piccadilly in York are set to go on display in the Yorkshire Museum.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000'It’s something that will stand for generations' - thousands put name to gin path
A POPULAR distillery says more than 1,000 people have submitted their names to be immortalised on a special Spirits Walkway at Whitby Gin near Whitby Abbey.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:03:02 +0000Part of a bus on fire in North Yorkshire village
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from the town were called to Wreaks Road in Birstwith, around 5.40pm last night (November 25).
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:50:55 +0000Thieves target farm in North Yorkshire village
The county's force said electrical cables were taken in an agricultural burglary between 7pm on Monday (November 24) and 7.30am the following morning.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:21:36 +0000Warning to public as fire hits industrial estate in North Yorkshire town
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and firefighters from neighbouring counties were sent to Gaskell Close in the town yesterday afternoon around 4.30pm (November 25).
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:15:00 +0000Crowds gather to celebrate Malton's heritage and creative spirit
Community spirit shined through during an annual event in Malton at the weekend.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000'We are proud to represent York' - popular restaurant wins top award
A family whose popular York restaurant has triumphed at regional awards said they were proud to represent the city which has shown them so much support.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Norton set for bumper Christmas with new market and events
A BUMPER Christmas is planned for Norton with events kicking off this weekend.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Conservative group loses majority on North Yorkshire Council
Opposition councillors say a “new political landscape” is emerging in North Yorkshire after the Conservative-led group on the unitary authority lost its majority.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Former York College student shares experience acting alongside Hollywood greats
A former York College acting student has landed a role in a film alongside multi-Oscar nominated actor Ralph Fiennes.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Early cancer test saved my life – don’t wait, get checked now!'
When two friends were diagnosed with terminal cancer, David Quarrie decided to push for a test -though he felt perfectly healthy. That decision saved his life.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Quirky tea room with cast of regulars nominated in Press contest
A tea room with a quirky group of regulars is today’s contender in a Press contest.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Yorkshire housebuilder donates £500 to church community scheme
Jones Homes, a Yorkshire housebuilder, has donated £500 to support a weekly community scheme at Eggborough Methodist Church.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Care home in York gets into Christmas spirit with festive fete
Meadowbeck Care Home in Osbaldwick, York, is getting into the festive spirit with a Christmas fete.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Santa offering festive experience inside paratrooper aircraft next month
Yorkshire Air Museum’s Santa Airlines is returning for a fourth year, offering a festive experience inside a Dakota paratrooper aircraft.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Father twice caught drug driving fails in bid to get driving ban reduced
A Harrogate father twice caught drug driving has failed in his bid to get his driving licence back before the end of his current ban.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000York care home marks one-year anniversary with 007-themed celebration
York Manor Care Home has marked its first anniversary with a glamorous 007-themed celebration.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Loan of tractor keeps local lifeboat station operational after major failure
Humber Rescue lifeboat station remains fully operational thanks to the loan of a tractor from Russells following a major mechanical failure.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Harrogate school pupils take part in 'once in a lifetime' sports tour
Ashville College in Harrogate recently took part in a "once in a lifetime" sports tour in South Africa.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Here are the cheapest petrol and diesel stations in and around York
Here are the cheapest petrol or diesel garages in and around York, according to petrolprices.com.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000One-man crime wave's bid to be sentenced delayed by technology
York Magistrates' Court couldn't sentence Lee Coggins for bicycle and shop thefts because the offences weren't on a court computer system.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Major TV and film star backs North Yorkshire theatre’s bid to help young people
Happy valley star James Norton has backed a new creative careers programme for young people in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Pub near York that owner wanted to turn into house granted community value status
The Three Hares Inn in Bilbrough, which the owner wanted to turn into a house, has been registered as an asset of community value.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Drug driving ex-firefighter crashed luxury car on motorway, court told
A former firefighter had cocaine and Ecstasy in his body when he crashed a Jaguar on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire, York Magistrates' Court heard.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:32:36 +0000New UK passports to be issued from next week - this is what you need to know
This is all you need to know about the new UK 2025 passports being issued from December - see what they look like
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:30:49 +0000Tesco issues warning as £16.5 million of Clubcard vouchers set to expire this week
Tesco has warned Clubcard members to check their vouchers as £16.5 million worth are set to expire on Sunday (November 30).
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Former head teacher dies after going into the river in York
FORMER head teacher Elizabeth Margaret Chisholm, 85, has died after going into a York river.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:33:12 +0000Extra pumps installed in Ryedale in preparation for possible flooding
EXTRA pumps have been installed in Norton, Malton and Old Malton this afternoon (Tuesday) to prepare for possible flooding.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:39:00 +0000Government backs calls for 'tourist tax' which could raise £52m in York and N Yorks
Mayors are to get new powers to invest in areas using a levy on overnight stays which could raise up to £52 million in York and North Yorkshire.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:23:02 +0000'Serious concerns' raised by report into North Yorkshire town council's finances
An independent investigation commissioned by Whitby Town Council into objections made about its accounts has raised “serious” concerns about financial processes at the authority.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:01:13 +0000Quick-thinking response by officers helps save man's life in North Yorkshire
THE QUICK-thinking response by police officers has helped save a man's life in North Yorkshire.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000Last remaining pub in York village closes its doors
The Press received reports this morning (November 25) that the pub in Common Road, Dunnington, was no longer open for business.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:29:06 +0000'Unmortgageable' York home is up for grabs - for at least £172,000 cash
'Unmortgageable' - this three-bedroom home in York is up for grabs - for at least £172,000 cash.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:48:02 +0000Saturday Morning's James Martin shares 3 key steps to make ‘best’ roast potatoes
TV chef James Martin from Malton in North Yorkshire appeared on ITV's This Morning to share his three key steps to make the 'best' roast potatoes
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:43:11 +0000New owners for two York pubs after 21-inn buyout
Two York pubs have new owners as part of a 21-inn transfer.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:50:07 +0000Experts reveal top tips at launch of York Business Festival
Top experts gave tips on the major issues of the day at Monday night's launch of the York Business Festival.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:56:06 +0000Much-loved North Yorkshire chippy named as one of UK's top three
A North Yorkshire chippy has been ranked among the UK's top three in the National Fish & Chip Awards 2026.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:24:00 +0000Daughter settles legal claim over father’s ‘degrading’ death in Yorkshire prison
The daughter of a man who suffered an “inhumane, degrading and undignified death” at HMP Hull prison has settled a High Court legal claim against the government for a five-figure sum.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:27:30 +0000Burglars target North Yorkshire village property
The stolen machine was seen in another part of the county a day later, police said.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:23:00 +0000York arts festival aims to inspire, educate and champion disabled artists
Here's how Explore York puts disabled artists in the spotlight - with what to expect during York Disability Week
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:21:00 +0000Top global award for North Yorkshire firm
Harrogate-based Dishang Group has been named best state of the art manufacturer at the Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide Awards 2025 in London.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:13:00 +0000Well-known North Yorkshire pub up for rent at £25k a year
A WELL-known North Yorkshire pub is up for rent.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000'York council spent almost £19K on removing flags so council tax should be cut'
Following the controversy about the cost of removing unauthorised flags, York council estimated that it would cost £250,000 to remove them.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Christmas tree festival to begin this weekend
A NORTH Yorkshire town's Christmas tree festival will be launched this weekend.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:56:00 +0000Major tech event set for York hotel
A major awards event to promote cybersecurity is coming to York next year, after typically being held in Leeds.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:52:00 +0000Sales increase leads to York firm's new distribution centre plans
York-based Gear4Music has announced a bumper rise in sales and plans for a new distribution centre in Yorkshire.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:17:16 +0000Burglars steal car after targeting house in North Yorkshire town
The county's police force said a house in Mill Street, Norton was broken into and a set of car keys stolen, and then the car was taken, around 12.30am on Sunday, September 7.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Look inside this 'beautifully presented' two-bed home for sale in York
A two-bedroom home with an extended dining area has been listed for sale in York at £250,000.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Modern café with creative brunch menu up first in Press competition
A modern café known for its creative brunch menu and specialty coffee is the first contender in a Press contest
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Dominant display from Snainton Peacock as they sweep aside Royal Oak B
Moors Darts League: The Peacock secured a flawless ten as they swept aside Royal Oak B in a dominant display in the Moors League.