York Press

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Unnecessary clutter'- York student block graphics set to come down
Graphics in the windows of a York student accommodation block have been refused planning permission after being put up.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'It doesn't go far enough'- parking ban plan for York street
Plans to ban parking on a York street have been drawn up amid concerns the measures would not go far enough.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:24:10 +0100
Arsonists spark fire at popular York nature reserve
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb were called to Hob Moor at around 9pm last night (Tuesday, April 21) to reports of bushes on fire.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:48:00 +0100
Veterans charity match played in memory of 'much loved' player
A VETERANS charity football match will take place this weekend for a charity which supports men's mental health charity.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:24:00 +0100
North Yorkshire town secures £150,000 boost
A NORTH Yorkshire town has secured funding to help strengthen its vibrancy, accessibility and long term resilience.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
How watchdog rated North Yorkshire Police - and what concerns inspectors flagged
North Yorkshire Police has been rated ‘good’ in 6 areas - but custody concerns have been flagged.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Residents fight to save green space at heart of North Yorkshire town
A group of residents are fighting to save a green space at the heart of Norton threatened with development for the fourth time.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
PICTURES - adorable harvest mouse captured as spring bursts into life in York
Tony Nellis has captured the adorable moment a tiny harvest mouse stops to smell the bluebells as spring bursts into life in York.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York’s 'professional organiser' hosting art of decluttering workshop
York's Declutter Queen, Cher Casey, will be hosting a decluttering workshop at Impossible York next month.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Market Weighton distillery look ahead after tragic loss of director
Wicstun Distillery in Market Weighton is looking to the future following the tragic loss of director and family member, Lisa Packer.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Well-known folk duo to perform in North York Moors' Helmsley Arts Centre
Well-known folk duo Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman are set to perform at Helmsley Arts Centre next month.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Well-known artisan market returns to Ripon city centre this weekend
The Little Bird Made Artisan Market is returning to Ripon this weekend, one year on from the arrival of the site's Big Sky Wheel.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are the cheapest petrol and diesel prices in York right now
Here is a list of the cheapest fuel prices in York, according to petrolprices.com.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
East Yorkshire scheme helping people start micro-businesses wins award
The Freedom Providers project, which supports the development of small, community-focused businesses in East Yorkshire, recently won an award.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Primary school 'takes next step on journey' by joining growing academy trust
A North Yorkshire school has joined an academy trust as it takes the "next step on its journey".

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
WATCH - York rescue dog becomes national champion in high-speed sport
A once-shy rescue dog from York has become a national champion in one of the UK's fastest dog sports.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former headteacher from town near York to run marathons with cricket bat and pads
A 57-year-old man from Pocklington is running two marathons and five half-marathons between Sunday, April 26 and September 27 as The Running Cricketer, taking to the streets of London, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Sydney in Australia and...

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Call to boost creative sector in York with new business skills academy
Aesthetica and York St John University will officially launch the Creative Business Skills Academy in York at Reignite XIV.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former Harrogate school pupil becomes first female CEO of Wimbledon
Sally Bolton OBE, Wimbledon’s first female Chief Executive, returned to Harrogate’s Ashville College to speak to students about her career.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York-based insurance provider announce new awards scheme
The Insurance Emporium, in York, has announced The Good Things Happen Awards.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Train operator issues important reminder ahead of timetable change next month
Train operator Northern is reminding passengers to check its new timetables that come into effect each May and December.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sustainable wedding fair with eco-friendly local suppliers coming to York
A sustainable wedding fair is coming to Deighton Lodge in York and is set to showcase environmentally conscious options.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
On this day: York Art Gallery wins prestigious architecture award
On this day in 2016, York Art Gallery celebrated winning a prestigious architecture award for its refurbishment and renovation.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'It was a very surreal moment' - York pizzeria delights diners by giving away plates
A popular York restaurant has delighted foodies across the city after giving away its beautiful handmade plates to customers.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire launches major CCTV upgrade to improve public safety
North Yorkshire Council has launched a major upgrade to CCTV systems to help improve public safety.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0100
'Blood was seeping into the pavement' - mum and son sentenced for York assault
A mother and son have been sentenced after a 'severe beating' in York city centre that left their victim's blood 'seeping into the pavement'.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Inside £4 million North Yorks countryside home for sale - with its own swimming pool
An “exceptional” countryside home in Galphay, near Ripon, has hit the market for £4 million – and that price includes a swimming pool.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire Police officer uploaded gym workout videos - while signed off injured
Former North Yorkshire Police officer Claire Viney uploaded videos of herself working out at the gym to social media - while signed off from duties due to injury, a gross misconduct panel has found.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0100
East Yorkshire project invites people to strengthen relationship with landscape
Hull and East Riding Friends of the Earth launched Tree Stories, encouraging residents to reconnect with the living landscape in their communities.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:10:08 +0100
Fire in York village - emergency crews called
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from Acomb and Huntington were called to reports of a building fire in North Lane, Huntington around 7.25pm last night (Tuesday, April 21).

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:09:39 +0100
Greggs statement after supply problem leaves vegan sausage rolls missing from shelves
The panic kicked off when customers noticed vegan sausage rolls missing in multiple Greggs stores across the UK

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:00:39 +0100
Air ambulance called to serious crash in North Yorkshire village
The air ambulance and emergency services have been called to a North Yorkshire village after a crash.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:39:29 +0100
Two men arrested for wounding with intent after fight at York home
Two men have been arrested after a fight at a home in York yesterday.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:50:00 +0100
'Sick' sexual predator pleaded guilty to crimes committed decades ago
Andrew Pennington has pleaded guilty to an attempted rape and burglary he committed almost three decades ago in Beverley.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100
42 York streets set to see changes - is yours on the list?
A raft of changes to road restrictions in York are set for a decision.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:10:33 +0100
Nearly 400 people petition for action on 'dangerous' stretch of major road
Residents of Monk Fryston have unified in a petition calling for action to be taken on a “dangerous” stretch of the A63.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:49:51 +0100
North Yorkshire couple banned from keeping animals for life after 'prolonged neglect'
A couple from North Yorkshire who neglected three cats and two dogs have been banned from keeping animals for life.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Masonry falling off historic York building - but full repairs have to wait
Masonry falling off an historic York building has prompted new plans to protect people below, amid financial challenges.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fears legal action could 'jeopardise much-needed road works in York'
Legal action launched over roads funding could jeopardise much-needed maintenance work in York, a senior councillor has said.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:11:33 +0100
Main road in North Yorkshire partially blocked following crash
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is partially blocked following a crash.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:52:57 +0100
Lorry catches fire at North Yorkshire service station
A lorry has caught on fire in a motorway service station.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:04:03 +0100
York's chart-topping band gets 'incredible response' to winter tour announcement
Tens of thousands of tickets are going on sale this Friday after York's chart-topping band announces its tenth UK winter tour.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:44:51 +0100
North Yorkshire landowner left 'stunned' after ewe gives birth to five lambs at once
A North Yorkshire estate has been left astonished after a sheep gave birth to five lambs at once in what is believed to be a “one in a million” occurrence.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:38:30 +0100
'It's only just beginning' as battle to save vital service paused today
A 'VICTORY' has been secured today (Tuesday) in the battle to save a vital service described as a lifeline to a group of families.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:55:35 +0100
North Yorkshire pub to close next month due to rising costs
A NORTH Yorkshire pub is to close next month due to rising costs.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:18:36 +0100
Trains running out of York station delayed by animals on the line
TransPennine Express said the train services running between York and Malton are expected to be disrupted for the remainder of the day (Tuesday, April 21).

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0100
Man, 26, whose body found on golf course died from effects of cocaine, coroner says
Donovan Tanaka Mkutchwa, 26, whose body was found on Oakdale Golf Course in Harrogate, died from the effects of cocaine, a coroner has said.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:58:30 +0100
More than 1,000 litres of diesel stolen from site in North Yorkshire town
North Yorkshire Police said the theft of diesel happened on a Persimmon building site in Kingsley Drive, Harrogate, between 4pm on Friday, April 10 and 7am on Monday, April 13.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:25:36 +0100
Woman taken to hospital after collision outside bakery in North Yorkshire
A WOMAN was taken to hospital with a fractured ankle following a collision in a North Yorkshire town.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:07:40 +0100
Yorkshire Water pledges £2.2 million to reduce storm overflows in North Yorks
Two villages in North Yorkshire will be included in a major investment from Yorkshire Water to reduce storm overflows.

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