THE ways people get rid of used medication and household products could be doing untold harm to the river Foss, the River Foss Society has warned.

York Outer MP, Luke Charters, has promised to continue campaigning for better bus services for York in 2026.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to Newgate Market around 6.15pm yesterday (January 7).

Sir David Jason has congratulated East Yorkshire's Sir Roy Clarke - the writer of some of Britain’s best-loved sitcoms - on his knighthood.

Aamber weather warnings have been issued across the UK with Storm Goretti set to bring heavy snowfall and strong winds.

Humberside Police said a range of actions including high visibility patrols and dedicated retail enforcement in Bridlington led to a halving of 2024's reporting of 276 offences in the town of this type last year.

The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Whitby and Lythe were called to Guisborough Road in Whitby around midnight (January 8).

The Jane Tomlinson Appeal has launched The Big Charity Giveaway, offering grants of up to £15,000 to registered charities in York and North Yorkshire.

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North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb went to Old School Walk around 5.30pm yesterday (January 7), where the discarded tree was on fire.

York Central MP Rachael Maskell has arranged a business rates summit to be held in the city centre on January 30.

Here is the latest public notice roundup for York.

Aviva's workplace scheme is helping young adults gain professional experience within the company.

Hambleton Grange Care Home, in York, is reaching out to the community and inviting the public to join in a coffee morning.

Housing provider Anchor is urging older people in Yorkshire and the Humber to take extra care during the winter.

A new study from Usay Compare has revealed the hidden dangers of delaying private health cover.

The Bugthorpe 26 darts team plans to play for 12 hours to help raise money for the York District Hospital's Cancer Care Centre.

According to new NHS England data, smoking rates among pregnant women have fallen to their lowest level on record across Yorkshire.

Nick Simpson went from serving tea to leading engineering at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR).

RHS Garden Harlow Carr welcomed its 500,000th visitor this year, marking a major achievement in the charity garden’s history.

A York garage is hosting a hands-on car care and road safety event to help drivers boost their confidence behind the wheel.

A new three-year sponsorship deal has been announced between Pocklington Rugby Club and tyre wholesaler Bond International.

Labour York Outer MP Luke Charters said he remains in constant contact with Government ministers about the Haxby Station project.

A huge new solar farm being planned for countryside near Selby will “completely destroy our lives as we know it”, residents have said.

York Outer MP Luke Charters on York bus services and 20mph zones

Starting in January 2026, Gmail will no longer provide support for Gmailify and 'check mail from other accounts' - see what effect this will have.

This is how you can cut your heating costs as snow and ice warnings are forecast for this month, including from Storm Goretti, which is set to bring heavy snowfall and strong winds.

Here is where black ice gets its name and how this common hazard is formed on roads, driveways and pavements.

A CRASH involving an overturned vehicle closed multiple lanes of a major North Yorkshire road earlier this afternoon

A 19-year-old man has been charged with the intent to supply Class A drugs and possession of criminal property after a warrant took place in Goole.

The Mayor of Whitby has said she will ‘not sit back’ over a proposal to permanently close the town’s landmark cliff lift.

NORTH Yorkshire Council has given an update on proposed plans for a gas drilling rig in Burniston, near Scarborough and near the North York Moors National Park.

PLANS have been submitted for a 3 metre wide LED screen outside a North Yorkshire amusement arcade.

Calls have been made to install CCTV cameras in Shambles, York, after traders in the famous street were targeted during break-ins.

AN 11-bed hotel in Scarborough could be converted into an Airbnb if plans are approved.

Police to host community drop‑in sessions in parts of York to hear about local concerns and issues.

The last member of a drugs gang that brought huge amounts of cocaine to York and Tadcaster has been jailed. Scott Tuohey enforced drug debts.

The CPS broke its own code by trying to continue the prosecution of a 72-year-old North Yorkshire woman after she fainted at the wheel, York’s top judge said.

A thief who specialises in stealing from HMV stores got away with Blu-ray discs worth more than £500 from its York city centre store, a court heard. Shaun Dewar filled a carrier bag before assaulting a staff member.

The developer and Victoria Vaults building owner said further delays were unnecessary and accused councillors of intervening.

A YORK MP is calling on the Prime Minister to help 'avert a crisis' on the high street and review the Government’s business rates proposals.

A York MP has called for student loans to be paid in monthly instalments instead of termly lump sums.

TICKETS are selling quickly for a daytime disco in York that allows club-goers to hit the dancefloor and have a ball without wrecking their weekend.

​North Yorkshire Council has had to pay out “significant sums of money” after losing planning appeals to housing developers, Councillor Mark Crane told colleagues.

The biggest Channel 4 drama of last year– set in York – will return on Channel 4 tonight.

North Yorkshire Police said a blue-coloured WK SX 125cc moped was stolen from the area behind Stamford Street East between 10pm on Saturday, December 3 and 8am on Sunday, December 4.

A council tax premium introduced for second homeowners last year will address a “critical” need for affordable homes in North Yorkshire.

PART of York's historic walls will be closed to walkers - here's why.

The Milner Hotel York is reporting a record 2025 and a ‘hugely successful’ Christmas and New Year.

A burglar who smashed her way into the Shambles Sweet Shop earlier this week has been banned from the historic street. Anne Ellerby was high on drink and drugs.