York Press
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:40:39 +0100Water mains work blocks part of key road in York
This morning, works being carried out on behalf of Yorkshire Water are ongoing in Haxby Road at the junction with Walpole Street and there is a hole in half of the York-bound side of the road.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:45:00 +0100Killer's bid for prison release met with anger by victim's sister
The Parole Board confirmed a hearing is to take place - but Gemma's sister Naomi Carrack said Bell is "not somebody we want walking the streets of society", as reported by the BBC.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Years of graffiti scrawled on historic York building prompts mural plan
PLANS to tackle graffiti which has been scrawled on the side of an historic York building for years have been lodged.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:50:12 +0100Missing 26-year-old man from York has been found 'safe and well'
North Yorkshire Police located the man first reported missing from the Heslington area on Sunday, following enquiries involving specialist police resources, including the police helicopter (NPAS) and specialist search teams.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Experts share the best places to see autumn wildlife near York and in Yorkshire
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust shares where to see Yorkshire’s best autumn wildlife: colourful woodlands, migrating birds, barn owls and fungi at nature reserves including Moorlands and Askham Bog.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Woman accused of York city centre 'glassing' - trial date set
The woman charged in connection with a “glassing” in York city centre did not attend court for her case's first hearing before a crown court judge.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Did York miss its chance to become a World Heritage city?
York letters debate World Heritage status, the city’s iron heritage, police crime photos, £72m Reform UK donations and Nigel Farage’s wealth.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Naked cyclists 'blocked' in York city centre by protesters during annual ride
Naked cyclists were blocked by protesters during their annual ride in York, an event participant has said.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100‘A joyous and fun event’ – in defence of York’s naked bike ride
York’s naked bike ride is a “protest against car culture” and the dangers faced by cyclists – but some people have “become less tolerant” to the unusual event in recent years, writes John Cossham who has been involved with the event – a...
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100York rivers trail invites residents to shape its future after reaching 6,000 people
Residents are being encouraged to help shape the future of the York rivers trail after the family-focused project reached more than 6,000 people and generated over 750 digital conversations during its first season in York.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Comedy poetry competition inspires new book after surge in entries
A free comedy poetry competition launched by a local arts festival is helping to give humorous verse a platform, attracting hundreds of entries and inspiring the publication of a new book celebrating some of its best work.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100York community groups can apply for £5,000 Warm Places grants this winter
Community organisations across York are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £5,000 to help provide warm, welcoming spaces for residents during the winter months.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Pocklington businesses boosted by grants and high street improvements
Grants and expert advice are helping businesses grow and revitalise the high street in Pocklington.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire care home hosts pub-style beer celebration for residents and guests
Residents at Boroughbridge Manor care home in Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire, marked National Beer Lovers’ Day with a pub-style celebration featuring UK and international ales, a beer-themed quiz and a look at the history of brewing.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire charity adopts new name inspired by 450-year heritage
A social care charity whose UK story began in North Yorkshire more than 140 years ago is entering a new chapter after adopting a new name inspired by its centuries-old heritage.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Yorkshire cancer warning as one in four patients delayed seeing a GP
People across Yorkshire are being urged to contact their GP without delay if they have concerns about their health after new figures revealed a quarter of cancer patients waited more than three months to seek medical advice after first noticing somet...
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100York football club secures £3,000 boost for 350 junior team shirts
Luke Charters MP joined representatives from Persimmon to present a £3,000 Community Champions grant to Fulford Football Club in York, funding around 350 junior team shirts over the next two seasons and supporting grassroots football in the communit...
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100More than 650 veterans gather in North Yorkshire for poignant All Services Parade
Hundreds of veterans, serving personnel and military organisations gathered in North Yorkshire for a special parade honouring those who have served their country and remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100York Minster expands Christmas programme ahead of 1,400th anniversary
York Minster is preparing to welcome a record number of worshippers this festive season with an expanded programme of Advent and Christmas services, concerts and events as it begins celebrations marking its forthcoming 1,400th anniversary.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Brownlee brothers to join amateur athletes at North Yorkshire off-road festival
Olympic triathlon champions Jonny and Alistair Brownlee will line up alongside amateur athletes at an off-road sports festival in North Yorkshire this autumn
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100York-based holiday club company celebrates 20 years of growth across region
Total Sports, founded by Ollie Holliday in York, is celebrating 20 years of growth after expanding from a five-child holiday camp to serving around 500 children a day across Yorkshire through holiday clubs, school PE, wraparound care and education su...
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100Historic Yorkshire market town named one of the friendliest places to retire to
Beverley has been named one of the friendliest places to retire to in England thanks to its great weekly market and hall with loads of activities.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:45:00 +0100Line of Duty star reveals he almost had to cancel his wedding this summer
Craig Parkinson, who is known for his role in Line of Duty, has shared that he got married to his partner Katie Popperwell
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:25:43 +0100Tesco shoppers can get free Whoosh delivery until January – but there’s a catch
Tesco shoppers can get free Whoosh delivery on orders over £25 until January 2027, but new customers must sign up to Delivery Saver by October 18.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:22:06 +0100UK company behind Leonardo Di Caprio movie issued winding up order
GFM Animation worked with Leonardo Di Caprio on his production company’s 2023 animated film Ozi: Voice of the Forest.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:20:50 +0100DVLA warning to over 70s as they risk not being allowed to drive
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DLVA) issued an alert to older drivers on social media.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:09:10 +0100State pension expected to rise by £488 a year – but millions face tax warning
Millions of pensioners could see the state pension rise by £488 a year in April, but the increase could push the new rate above the tax threshold.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:04:10 +0100UK households warned of little-known bin rule that could land them £400 fine
The Environmental Protection Act 1990 allows councils to take action if waste is left in a way that causes a nuisance or poses a risk to public safety.
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:44:21 +0100Just 1 in 16 pensioners could benefit from new State Pension tax break
A new state pension tax break could help just 1 in 16 pensioners, with experts warning most could miss out.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100Affordable housing, major projects and visitor levy questions about York answered
City of York Council's finance spokesperson has answered questions ahead of work starting on next year's budget.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Here's what this York building is being turned into as plans approved
The transformation of a York building has been given the go ahead.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:09:55 +0100Police update after body recovered from North Yorkshire canal
The family of a man whose body was recovered from Ripon Canal has been informed about his death, police said.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0100New drive-thru coming to York takes next steps
A NEW drive-thru which is set to open in York has taken a step forward.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:08:46 +0100Warning to rail passengers in North Yorkshire
National Rail said York-based Northern, Hull Trains and TransPennine Express services are affected by the work being carried out on the line between Selby and Hull, which means trains are running slowly on some lines.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:17:46 +0100Concern grows for welfare of missing man from York
A 26-year-old man is missing from the Heslington area and was last in contact with family at around 7pm on Saturday
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:42:39 +0100Main road in North Yorkshire closed due to incident
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is closed both ways.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:08:09 +0100York fashion shop closes after eight years in city centre
Size? has closed its York branch after eight years in York city centre. It comes after Joe & The Juice lodged plans to take over the site.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:41:32 +0100Two vehicles crash on main road in York village – emergency services called to scene
Two vehicles have crashed on the A19 in Skelton, York.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:20:38 +0100'Was the stabbing a deliberate act?’ - Murder trial hears of 6cm-deep stab wound
A jury has heard how a man allegedly fatally wounded a stranger outside his on/off partner’s flat by deliberately stabbing him once in the abdomen with a large chef’s knife.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100'No regrets' of man sentenced for hanging 'Maskill' flag on York city walls
“I don’t regret anything” said the man convicted of displaying a flag with a threatening message about York MP Rachael Maskell on the Bar Walls.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:01:17 +0100Missing East Yorkshire woman, 75, found safe and well
A missing 75-year-old woman from East Yorkshire has been found safe and well, police said.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Two York vets build thriving new practice after shock closure left them jobless
Two equine vets have launched a new independent practice in Easingwold after being made redundant when York's Minster Equine Vets closed.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Most successful team in club's history wins Community Pride Award
Rawcliffe Rovers U16s boys' team has been awarded Sports Team of the Year at the York Community Pride 2026.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:34:45 +0100Cyclist ‘shaken’ after attempted robbery by two men in York
A cyclist has been left “shaken” after two men tried to rob him in Heworth Green, York, police said.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0100Independent Yorkshire publisher launches first children's book
A new independent Yorkshire publisher, Shannon Publishing, has launched with its debut children’s title.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:02:41 +0100Woman in hospital after being ‘assaulted’ outside York hotel – man arrested
A woman has been taken to hospital after being reportedly assaulted outside the Radisson Hotel in York.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:53:01 +0100E-bike riders almost cause crash then verbally abuse dogwalker in North Yorkshire
Three teenage boys on e-bikes almost caused a crash then hurled abuse at a dog walker in Selby, police have said.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:49:59 +0100Man arrested after vehicle collides with two parked cars in North Yorkshire
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving after a crash in Helmsley.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:20:28 +0100Crowds enjoy day of music, entertainment and fun
Pickering Rocks has once again struck a chord with the community.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:08 +0100'Unattractive' highway works in two North Yorkshire towns prompt concerns
Concerns about the quality of recent highway works in two North Yorkshire towns have been raised by a local councillor.