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Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000'A standout for modern British dining' - North Yorkshire restaurant in top guide
Pignut & The Hare restaurant at Scawton is celebrating a top rating in the Good Food Guide.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 09:47:00 +0000Two sentenced for crimes against women at York Magistrates Court
Defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court included two who committed crimes against women. One was jailed and the other got a community order.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:20:00 +0000Story of a York family who built a dynasty and the legacy that lives on today
DAVID WILSON tells the story of a York family whose legacy lives on today - Terrys of York
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000Apartment offering ‘coastal living at its finest’ in N Yorks for sale - look inside
A “rare gem” of an apartment overlooking Filey Beach has hit the market - for £575,000.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000'Phenomenal' year of sales for well-known mead producer near York
A well-known mead producer near York, who appeared on BBC TV’s Dragon’s Den in 2024, is reporting a “phenomenal” year of “exponential” growth.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:42:00 +0000'I could not stop eating!' - how I rekindled my love for this York restaurant
Here is this week's food review at Kalpakavadi, the Indian restaurant, in Fossgate, York
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:38:00 +0000'MPs should not be allowed to defect to another party' - letter
'MPs should not be allowed to defect to another party' - says our letter writer. Do you agree?
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:12:00 +0000Weekend walk: lovely three mile walk with impressive views
THE limestone scenery above Settle is lovely, particularly at this time of the year- as we discover on this country walk perfect for the weekend
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000More than 1,500 have their say on natural gas proposals near Burniston
A decision is set to be made after Europa Oil and Gas submitted an application to North Yorkshire Council to test for natural gas near Burniston.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Public consultation backs tax rise to help fund fire and rescue services in York
A public consultation has backed a proposed council tax increase in York and North Yorkshire to help fund fire and rescue services.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York Chocfest partners with Circus Skills bringing circus acts and cake contest
York’s Chocfest returns this year, partnering with Circus Skills CIC, promising a feast of spectacle and taste.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Hit and run driver spared jail for causing York professor's death
The hit and run driver of a Land Rover who caused the death of University of York scientist Professor Simon McQueen-Mason has been spared a trip to jail.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York Council's housing standard improvements welcomed by tenants
North Yorkshire Council’s lettable standard, a pledge to improve council housing standards across York, has been welcomed by tenants.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000East Riding Council 'very disappointed' by £9.2m funding cut
East Riding of Yorkshire Council says it's disappointed after it was announced a £32.2 million reduction in funding over the next three years.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire pub with rooms that's an 'absolute gem' named among England's best
A pub with rooms in North Yorkshire described as an 'absolute gem' in a pretty village, has been hailed among the best in England
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Amazing gesture for little girl whose 'world was falling apart' after losing dad
A young girl whose dad died after a crash in Wetwang on Boxing Day has received a kind-hearted gesture to allow her to live out her dream.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York care home receives rave reviews from residents in latest survey
Boroughbridge Manor in York has received outstanding feedback in a customer satisfaction survey.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Upcoming event in East Riding to support families of young people with SEND
The "Preparing for Adulthood" event, aimed at families of young people with SEND, will be held at the Mercure Hotel in Willerby in February.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Here are the latest planning applications in and around York
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to City of York Council.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000New flood warning system installed to help Yorkshire Dales' motorists
North Yorkshire Council has installed three electronic flood warning signs to help motorists across the Yorkshire Dales.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000What will the weather be like in York this weekend?
The Met Office is predicting an overcast weekend for York with occasional light rain.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York branch of major global fast food chain handed one-star for food hygiene
A major multinational fast-food chain has received one-star for food hygiene at its branch at the York Designer Outlet.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Mental health pop-up event coming to Scarborough next weekend
A mental health pop-up event is coming to Scarborough Library next weekend.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000York bedsit murder trial jury sees footage - allegedly of killers entering flat
The jury in a York murder trial has seen CCTV footage the prosecution say is two killers going into the bedsit where a man was stabbed to death. They have also seen video of a Peugeot.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000New East Riding production hitting the road to bring mobile libraries to stage
Top of the Wold, the play, is a collaboration between East Riding Libraries and Mikron Theatre Company, and will tour venues across the region.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000Introducing Leeds Baroque – the city’s only period instrument Orchestra and Choir
After 25 years of musical performance in the city perhaps you are familiar with our work – if not read on we may surprise you!
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000I visited the happiest place to live in the UK that could make Paris quiver
Skipton on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales was named the happiest place to live in the UK. I visited the town to find out why.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Can you beat the odds? Take this pub quiz and show off your knowledge
Think you're good at general knowledge? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:28:24 +0000Body found on East Yorkshire beach amid search for teenager swept out to sea
A body has been discovered among rocks on Withernsea beach - amid searches for missing teenager Grace Keeling who was swept out to sea earlier this month.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Overweight or obesity levels for York adults hit 60% - latest figures
City of York Council public health officials have called for a more compassionate approach to tackling obesity and helping people lose weight.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire estate on sale for £11.5 million
Knapton Estate at East Knapton near Malton has gone on the market for £11.5 million.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:47:17 +0000Labour holds York's Heworth ward in crunch by-election as Reform comes second
Voters went to the polls on Thursday, January 15.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:54:07 +0000Devastating North Yorkshire wildfires - call for government help
CALLS have been made for Government relief schemes to be extended in the aftermath of devastating wildfires on Langdale Moor.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:38:01 +0000York man jailed for knife offences wanted on recall to prison
Police are hunting for a man who breached his recall conditions after being jailed for possession of a knife.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:15:00 +0000‘Heaven has gained a true angel’ – Cain North dies aged 24 after cancer battle
Cain North from York has died three years after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:37:01 +0000Firefighters rush to sinking houseboat in East Yorkshire
Firefighters have been called to reports of a houseboat sinking in Goole.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:55:43 +0000Fresh concerns over plans to revitalise area around Scarborough train station
FRESH concerns have been raised about proposals to redevelop the area around a North Yorkshire train station.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:54:07 +0000Drunk driver banned from road after stealing car outside North Yorkshire takeaway
A man has been banned from the road for two years after stealing a car and driving it while more than double the drink-drive limit.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:43:00 +0000Hundreds of pounds worth of fuel stolen from North Yorkshire petrol station
North Yorkshire Police are searching for a man after a theft in Harrogate.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:15:28 +0000Ex-Humberside Police inspector had indecent images of children on phones, court hears
A former Humberside Police inspector had “revolting” indecent images and videos of children on his phones, a court has heard.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:51:09 +0000Date set for decision on controversial North Yorkshire gas drilling rig plans
A DATE has been set for councillors to decide on controversial plans for a gas drilling rig in North Yorkshire.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:30:31 +0000Rock supergroup with Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp to headline show in North Yorkshire
A rock supergroup is set to bring top tier talent to a major North Yorkshire venue this summer.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:12:00 +0000'Rejecting division' 'changing landscape' and 'warning'- Heworth by-election reaction
Labour's Anna Perrett won the seat for Labour in the by-election which took place on Thursday, January 15.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:10:00 +0000Man arrested after approaching a woman then following her in York suburb
North Yorkshire Police said it happened in New Lane, Huntington, around 9.30pm last night (January 15).
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:31:52 +0000Heworth by-election results and what candidates say as Labour stay in control
Voters went to the polls in Heworth for the by-election on Thursday, January 15.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:02:11 +0000York's 'largest' tattoo studio to host open day at brand new shop
York's largest tattoo studio is inviting the public to visit as it opens the doors on a brand new shop.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:28:08 +0000'Good-hearted fun' on the way as panto group preparing Malton production
AN evening of 'good-hearted fun for all the family' is promised this January as Malton & Norton Musical Society take to the stage for their annual pantomime.’
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:16:57 +0000Contract wins boost York medical testing kit company
York-based Abingdon Health plc has reported a 45 per cent rise in revenues in a half-year trading update for the period up to December 31 2025.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:31:00 +0000'Cheeky Vimto and garish colours' - the fun pub that ruffled feathers in York
The story of how this York 80s-themed fun pub ruffled feathers in York back in the day
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Firm near York blasts government review of non-alcoholic drink sales to under 18s
One of the country’s top suppliers of non-alcoholic drinks has blasted government plans to potentially ban the sale of such drinks to under 18s.