York Press

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Shouting and bawling' street drinkers putting people off York area, traders warn
Traders have spoken out about antisocial behaviour and street drinking plaguing a part of York.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Flooded York underpass users 'walk the plank' amid fears it could become 'impassable'
Walkers, cyclists and others using a York underpass have had to traverse a large pool of stagnant water, with works to planned to address it.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:31:42 +0100
Thieves target garage in York suburb in early morning break-in
North Yorkshire Police said a number of DeWalt screwdrivers were stolen from the scene in Lumley Road, Clifton around 1.47am on Thursday, August 27.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:07:14 +0100
Car crashes into tree on major route to Yorkshire coast
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called at 7.11am yesterday (Friday, August 28) to the A166 Garrowby Hill close to Bishop Wilton.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:39:00 +0100
Major event next weekend as nine top yards open their doors
A highly popular open stables day takes place next weekend.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:22:00 +0100
Closed church could soon offer affordable accommodation on the North York Moors
A historic church could soon offer a warm welcome to travellers on the North York Moors.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:20:00 +0100
Major cycle race to pass through towns and villages next weekend
Helmsley is gearing up to welcome thousands of visitors next weekend as the town plays host to a major sporting event.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:11:00 +0100
Children's effort saves hundreds of fish from 'near tragedy'
A AMAZING effort by a group of young children has saved hundreds of stranded fish and averted a 'near tragedy'.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New data shows the most delayed route for York train passengers
Direct services between York and Leeds recorded more delay minutes than any other York-linked route in Network Rail data.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Households on North Yorkshire coast face fresh energy bill increase
HOUSEHOLDS on the North Yorkshire coast are facing renewed cost-of-living pressure as energy prices are set to rise.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire consultancy in liquidation owing more than £30,000
A North Yorkshire management consultancy has entered into liquidation, with debts exceeding £30,000.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why two middle-aged women ended up urinating in York streets
Have you ever been caught short in York? An eye-witness shares an account and sets out why this is happening in York

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major road on outskirts of York to close for resurfacing works
City of York Council said the A64 between the Askham Fields junction to the former Buckles Inn pub will close from 8pm on Tuesday, September 1 and reopen at 5am the following morning.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
I ate breakfast, lunch, and tea at Greggs and one item stole the show
Our reporter ate every meal at Greggs for one day – here's her verdict

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
First look: York school unveils new dance studio as arts hub prepares to open
The Mount School has unveiled new creative facilities as neighbouring arts hub The Moxie reveals plans to open in Holgate, York

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘Elegant’ period home hits the market in York for more than £890,000 – look inside
An “elegant” period townhouse has hit the market in Holgate Road, York – for £899,950.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across York businesses
The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for York restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses has been revealed.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cycle parking across York city centre set for major accessibility upgrade
Work to replace stands in poor condition and temporary stands with new “Sheffield” style stands begins in York city centre.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around York, according to petrolprices.com.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Met Office forecasts heavy rain for York over bank holiday weekend
The Met Office has forecast a wet bank holiday weekend across York.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Multiple York roads to close as major maintenance and development works begin
Temporary traffic restrictions have been announced for York, affecting ten key locations for maintenance and development works.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:45:00 +0100
Full list of 18 airports that don't accept easyJet and Ryanair mobile boarding passes
There are some airports around the world that do not accept digital boarding passes so you need to be prepared to get printed versions.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:01:54 +0100
Thousands join call to raise HMRC tax free Personal Allowance to £18,000
A petition calling for the £12,570 Personal Allowance to rise to £18,000 has attracted nearly 65,000 signatures.

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
'Absolute treat' Bridlington fish and chip shop that locals rave about
Naked Fish can be found near Bridlington Harbour and offers a range of fish from haddock to lobster and crab.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:29:47 +0100
Man in his 70s dies after crash on outskirts of York
A man in his 70s has died after a crash on the outskirts of York.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:43:10 +0100
Motorcyclist dies after serious crash in North Yorkshire
A MOTORCYCLIST has died following a serious collision in North Yorkshire.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:59:51 +0100
Two lanes of motorway in Yorkshire reopen after earlier crash
The lane closures are on the four-lane southbound M1 from junction 42 for Lofthouse to junction 41 for the A650 and Carrgate.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:22:49 +0100
Car crash in major York road
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Tadcaster was called at 5.33pm yesterday (Thursday, August 27) to Cemetery Road.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:35:00 +0100
Transformation of historic York building with opening in weeks
An historic York building has been transformed and is set to open to the public in weeks.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:49:31 +0100
York bin collections this bank holiday weekend and what tip visitors should know
York Council has confirmed what is happening with bin collections this bank holiday weekend.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:35:00 +0100
FIRST LOOK - excitement builds as customers queue outside York store's grand opening
MINISO launched its latest store at 40 Coney Street, York, on Friday, August 28, drawing crowds from 10am ahead of a 12pm opening.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'It's brutal!' - top York chef speaks on liquidation and restructure of restaurant
Top York chef Stephen Andrews whose Fish and Forest Ltd has had to restructure with new owner says it is “brutal” in hospitality right now.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
700-body mortuary sparks concerns from York funeral director and councillor
Plans for a 700-body mortuary in York have sparked concerns from a local funeral director and councillor.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:59:00 +0100
Highly-rated North Yorkshire village pub closes until 'suitable' tenants found
The well-regarded The Queen O' T'Owd Thatch in South Milford has closed until it can find a ‘suitable tenant’.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:15:13 +0100
Fire crews called to mysterious 'hissing sound' in coastal North Yorkshire town
Firefighters were called to a hissing sound in Whitby.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire pub made famous by Jon Richardson TV show plans November re-opening
The Plough in Fadmoor is undergoing a transformation in preparation for reopening as a 'wet bar' serving drinks and snacks.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Caravan numbers could be cut at this popular North Yorkshire holiday park
A POPULAR holiday park in North Yorkshire could reduce the number of static caravans at its site in order to remain “attractive to tourists”.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
WATCH - Popular York charity shop reopens after major renovation project
A York charity shop which has served a suburb for 35 years has undergone a modern and fresh makeover.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:23:40 +0100
Traffic 'moving freely' despite closure of major North Yorkshire street says council
NORTH Yorkshire Council has said current roadworks in a market town are not causing any 'issues'.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:32:53 +0100
Warning for thunderstorms issued and bank holiday weather across York
A yellow warning has been issued for thunderstorms and heavy rain over York today with the forecast set to remain 'unsettled' over the bank holiday weekend.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:43:27 +0100
Controversial holiday lets near Victorian landmark refused after public backlash
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build modern holiday let units near a Victorian landmark in North Yorkshire have been refused after a backlash from residents.​

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:34:21 +0100
York and North Yorkshire mayor backs innovative Scarborough seaweed firm
THE mayor of York and North Yorkshire has backed an innovative seaweed cultivation business as the county aims to become England’s first carbon-negative region.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:43:29 +0100
Greggs creates 16 jobs in new branch in North Yorkshire town
Greggs has opened its new shop today in Northallerton, creating 16 new jobs for the area.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:29:00 +0100
Newlyweds take over North Yorkshire pub after £400,000 revamp
A pub has reopened its doors in Pickering following a major investment.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:15:53 +0100
Inaugural beer festival at much loved York pub highlights local talent
A new beer festival starting today (Fri) is raising a glass to Yorkshire’s brewing talent.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:33:00 +0100
Police hunt burglars who stole screwdrivers in York suburb
Burglars have struck and stolen tools in a York suburb earlier this week.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:01:00 +0100
PM’s plans to revive high street are ‘delusional’, says owner of York Designer Outlet
Andy Burnham’s high street plans are “delusional” and will not help revive British shops, Mike Ashley who owns the York Designer Outlet has said.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:26:31 +0100
Long delays reported on main road in North Yorkshire
LONG delays are being reported on a main road in North Yorkshire.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:25:33 +0100
Electricity supply failure affecting rail travel through York station
Rail passengers travelling through York today (Friday, August 28) can expect delays following the failure of the electricity supply on the line.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:30:37 +0100
British Transport Police confirms death on LNER route
Police have issued an update following a major incident which affected train services earlier this week.

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