York Press

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:08:11 +0000
Man's body found in North Yorkshire town
A body has been found in North Yorkshire in the search for a missing man from Norfolk.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'It was, and is, utterly devastating' - family who lost dad to row Atlantic
A GRIEVING Harrogate family, who tragically lost a husband and father to suicide, are rowing the Atlantic in his memory.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:50:00 +0000
How I discovered the joy of reading - and why it matters more than ever
Samantha Martin-Smith, of Explore York Libraries, shares her story about how she discovered the joy of reading

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:08:00 +0000
Burglars target major pharmacy chain in North Yorkshire town
Police said perfume and electrical goods were stolen in a burglary from a pharmacy chain in Knaresborough.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Further delay and costs for £8m York hospital scheme after contractor goes under
An £8million project at York Hospital has been halted for several months after the company building it called in the administrators.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:06:00 +0000
'A beautiful soul' - tributes to cancer centre manager who helped thousands in York
Tributes have been paid to one of the founding members of The Leveson Centre in York, who lost her battle with cancer this month.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Grade II-listed York home up for auction from £650,000
A Grade II-listed four-bed home in York city centre is going to auction for £650,000.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York school pupils come out on top at F1-backed design competition
Hempland Primary School took home the top three spots in the Primary category at the STEM Racing Regional Finals, backed by Formula 1.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Using Vinted and eBay could lead you to a surprise tax investigation, expert warns
Online sellers on Vinted, eBay, Depop and Amazon warned by HMRC: sales over £1,000 or 30 items may trigger tax checks. Spring cleaning could mean tax.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New mobile library bringing books to villages across Yorkshire
A new mobile library service is bringing books and digital resources directly to rural communities across North Yorkshire.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York event to explore how urban areas can reduce light pollution
York St John University for Cities Under Stars: Tackling Light Pollution in Cities on February 25.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Major event to help farmers boost business sustainability coming to York
Farmers across York can attend the Rural Business Advice Day in Pickering to help boost the sustainability of their businesses.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Barking mad' - major plans to build seven solar farms near Selby slammed
Government policy which encourages solar schemes on fertile agricultural land has been described as “barking mad” by North Yorkshire Councillor John McCartney during talks on plans for a huge green energy development near Selby.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Declutter Queen' coming to York to help with people's spring cleaning
York's "Declutter Queen" Cher Casey is set to host a spring workshop to help residents clear out unwanted clutter.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Here are two simple fixes to ease York Hospital congestion
Here are two simple fixes to ease the problem of congestion at York Hospital when the problem generally coincides with the start of visiting time, says our letter writer.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Rowing club from York scoops six trophies at recent major race event
York City Rowing Club celebrated six race wins at this year’s Tyne Head racing event.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York invites visitors to explore its chocolate-filled heritage this half-term
York is exploring its chocolate-filled history, past, and present, through a series of events and attractions.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Impressive' period house up for sale near York city centre
A five-bedroom semi-detached period house is up for sale on Derwent Road, Fulford, York.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Well-established' period HMO for sale in Clifton - earning £50k per year
A 'well-established' five-bedroom period terrace HMO in Clifton has hit the market at £550,000.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Life-saving CPR school scheme returning to York on Restart a Heart Day
Yorkshire Ambulance Service is encouraging secondary schools to sign up for free CPR lessons on Restart a Heart Day.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York carer recognised for 20 years of dedicated service
Pam Rex, who works at Rivermead in Norton, recently received the 20 Year Service Award from Barchester Healthcare.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Young people across East Riding urged to vote for next Youth Parliament
Young people in the East Riding are being urged to have their say and vote for their next Youth Parliament representatives.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Plans to close stretch of major North Yorkshire road for six months delayed
Plans to close a major stretch of road in North Yorkshire for several months have been delayed until later in the year.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fashion firm boss hit 130mph while drink driving during police chase, court hears
A fashion firm boss who fled police at 130mph on North Yorkshire roads while twice the drink-drive limit has been jailed.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000
'Carnage' - hundreds hit out at hospital congestion and suggest how to fix it
HUNDREDS of people have hit out at the traffic congestion around York Hospital - and suggested how to fix it - in the wake of a petition calling for action.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:22:06 +0000
Morrisons reportedly looking to sell 'dozens' of in-store pharmacies to cut costs
According to reports, the supermarket giant has instructed property agents to sell some of its pharmacies on a store-by-store basis.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:21:09 +0000
Topshop to return to high street stores across the UK today - full list of locations
High street favourite Topshop will return to stores this week as it appears in John Lewis stores across the UK.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:36:26 +0000
Police appeal following 'serious' crash involving Lotus sports car
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Ilkley.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:51:56 +0000
Police hunt man after incident involving woman and small child in York
A MAN has approached a woman and small child in a York street, intimidating them and attempting to stop them.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:40:17 +0000
Who is Look Mum No Computer? Singer revealed to be UK's act for Eurovision 2026
YouTuber and experimental singer/songwriter Look Mum No Computer will represent the country at Eurovision in Vienna this year.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:40:44 +0000
HMRC is urging parents to claim £1300 Child Benefit following rule changes
HMRC is urging parents and carers to check their eligibility as new PAYE repayment rules make it easier for some families to claim.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:45:39 +0000
Morrisons reportedly looking to sell 'dozens' of in-store pharmacies to cut costs
According to reports, the supermarket giant has instructed property agents to sell some of its pharmacies on a store-by-store basis.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Could this solve the problem of traffic queues at York Hospital?
Readers suggest ways to solve the problem of traffic queues at York Hospital

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:25:00 +0000
Hunt for rare 'pink daffodil' with family ties to York
GARDENERS are being urged to help map the UK’s daffodils and look out for rare pink variety Mrs R O Backhouse with links to a York family.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:10:00 +0000
WATCH - Popular York restaurant reopens after luxurious £750,000 renovation
A popular York restaurant has reopened after a £750,000 transformation that hopes to ‘raise a glass to where it all began’.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:03:10 +0000
REVIEW: Annie by York Light Opera Company at York Theatre Royal - 4 stars
REVIEW: ANNIE is director Martyn Knight’s swan song with York Light Opera Company after 22 shows of working with 'such a wonderful theatre ‘family’.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:45:00 +0000
All stores of UK fashion brand having clearance sale as retailer in administration
UK fashion retailer Quiz has gone administration, with clearance sales now taking place at its stores.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:28:39 +0000
Coastal town council approves 8.5 per cent precept increase
AN 8.5 per cent council tax precept increase for residents in a North Yorkshire resort has been approved by the town council.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:27:48 +0000
York man accused of 4 sexual or indecent offences against different people
A man has appeared before York Magistrates' Court accused of four sexual or indecent offences allegedly committed against different people.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:09:28 +0000
'We are growing very concerned for his welfare' - man missing for two months
PEOPLE are being urged to report sightings immediately of a North Yorkshire man who has been missing for more than two months.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:13:44 +0000
How much council tax rates will be in York from April- band-by-band breakdown
Council tax charges are set to go up in April by 4.99 per cent after York councillors approved rates for 2026/7.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:53:33 +0000
York and North Yorkshire Mayor's fresh bid to boost small businesses
A new pilot mentorship programme led by the York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub aims to join local mentors with small businesses to support their next stage of growth.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:16:15 +0000
Council decision on £150,000 loan to support town's football club
COUNCIL bosses are set to approve a £150,000 loan to support a North Yorkshire football club’s future.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:04:50 +0000
State-of-the-art funerals set to be offered near York as work on crematorium starts
It comes after plans for the North York Crematorium and Memorial Gardens in Sand Hutton were approved on appeal.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:32:52 +0000
Ice warning issued across York and North Yorkshire from today
An ice warning has been issued across York and North Yorkshire, according to the Met Office.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:12:36 +0000
North Yorkshire council tax increase agreed despite coastal concerns
A 4.99 per cent council tax increase has been approved by North Yorkshire councillors despite concerns about coastal provisions.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:08:21 +0000
York spirits firm company launches Viking-themed vodka in time for festival
A spirits company noted for their range of history-inspired gins has launched a Viking-inspired vodka.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:46:39 +0000
Start to 2026 brings awards for York insurance provider
York-based insurance provider, The Insurance Emporium, is enjoying early 2026 success with multiple industry awards.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:58:56 +0000
York company cleans up with top national award
York-based cleaning company VA Cleaning has been awarded the title Commercial Cleaning Company of the Year 2025/26.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:24:48 +0000
Pedestrian taken to hospital after being hit by car in North Yorkshire town
A pedestrian was taken to hospital after being struck by a car in a North Yorkshire town.

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