York Press
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:55:43 +0100People trapped inside building in York - emergency services called
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to Water End in Clifton around 6.55pm last night (April 28) after a locking mechanism failed inside a room.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York council shake-up - could your area change?
Plans to change council boundaries in York, the number of councillors and wards have been unveiled.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Talented York schoolboy wins competition at 158-home York development
A TALENTED schoolboy is celebrating after winning a competition run by Miller Homes who built the Knights Manor development in Tadcaster Road, Copmanthorpe,
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:54:48 +0100Mike Ashley's Fraser Group buys major York shopping centre
A major York shopping centre has new owners, Mike Ashley's Fraser Group.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:34:32 +0100Police issue update as car fails to stop after North Yorkshire town crash
The county's police force said the driver of a red and black Citroën DS3 failed to stop following a crash with a silver MG GS SUV at the junction of Columbus Ravine and Peasholm Drive in Scarborough around 10.20am on Friday, April 24.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:12:57 +0100Building fire in East Yorkshire town spreads to roof - firefighters remain at scene
The blaze in Fort Terrace, Bridlington started last night (April 28) and homeowners and occupiers were advised to close windows and doors.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire bike shop in business for 18 years up for award
A NORTH Yorkshire bike shop has been shortlisted for a major industry award which recognises the best in local, independent businesses – and is now calling on the community to help secure the win.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:44:14 +0100Person in the river in York - emergency services called in
EMERGENCY services have been called to a bridge spanning a York river.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:05:00 +0100Forgotten historic building next to York Minster set for a long‑awaited revival
DAVID WILSON takes us inside the remarkable York story of the rise, fall and revival - with ghosts, of course - of a treasured York building
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Here is the cheapest places to buy petrol and diesel in York
Here is a list of the cheapest fuel prices in York, according to petrolprices.com.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire Moors Railway announces Bank Holiday flash sale
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has announced a special Bank Holiday flash sale for the Day Out With Thomas: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Romanian theatre company to perform Shakespeare's King Richard III in York
York's Theatre@41 welcomes the return of Shakespeare's King Richard III, performed by the Tony Bulandra Theatre.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire MP welcomes new social media restrictions for under-16s
Sir Julian Smith, MP for Skipton and Ripon, praised the Government’s decision for social media restrictions to under-16s.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York schoolchildren to take part in sponsored stand-up fundraiser
Schoolchildren at Dringhouses Primary School are gearing up for a Sponsored Joke Week fundraiser.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Celebration of cheese takes centre stage at Great Yorkshire Show
The Cheese and Dairy Show will be taking centre stage this summer at the Great Yorkshire Show.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York City Rowing Club's Spring Regatta showcasing nearly 130 races
The York Rowing Club's Spring Regatta is set to feature nearly 130 races along the River Ouse.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire couple help foster 30 children over the last two decades
Sarah and Tim Sharp, who live in Bedale, have dedicated more than 20 years to fostering up to 30 children.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two popular holiday destinations join the Bridlington Tourist Association
South Cliff Holiday Park and Sewerby Hall Cottages are becoming members of the Bridlington Tourist Association (BTA).
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100WATCH - North Yorkshire woman celebrates after winning life changing contest
A North Yorkshire woman has been left feeling “over the moon” after winning a £33,000 car and £10.000 cash in an online competition.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire bike shop shortlisted for major industry award
Big Bear Bikes in Pickering is a finalist in the Local Bike Shop Week Awards.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Harrogate District Hospital holding open days with host of activities
Harrogate District Hospital is holding multiple activities for its upcoming open days next month.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100College in York launches new three-year plan on 'high-quality' education
Askham Bryan College and University Centre announced its 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, setting out its ambitions for the future.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New cycle repair stations set up at leisure centres across East Riding
New cycle repair stations have been installed to support active travel across the East Riding region.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drivers urged to take extra care as sun glare 'as dangerous as black ice'
Sun glare poses a serious hazard on UK roads, causing over 3,000 accidents in 2025. Experts advise using polarised sunglasses and following Highway Code guidance.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York church performance hosting 'atmospheric journey' with upcoming event
St Olave’s Church in York is hosting an upcoming event, The church in the shadows, in June.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Why can't Bootham Park be used as a hospital again?
Is there any reason why Bootham Park cannot be kept as a hospital? asks our lead letter writer.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100More details revealed for York Museum Gardens summer gigs
The food vendors for Live at York Museum Gardens have been revealed.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Inside ‘unusual’ flat for sale in ‘quiet’ York lane – with a home cinema
A one-bedroom flat is for sale in Trinity Lane, York, for £250,000 - and it has a home cinema.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Rare chance to look inside newly restored historic buildings in York – for free
People are being invited to look inside two newly restored historic buildings in Walmgate and Goodramgate in York – for free.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:34:25 +0100UK airline goes into liquidation after 'impact of fuel prices' - are you affected?
Many airlines have felt the effects ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and now Hertfordshire-based Ascend Airways has reportedly entered liquidation.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:32:46 +0100Heathrow Airport issues warning as it faces impact of Middle East war
Some 18.9 million people passed through Heathrow airport's terminals during the first three months of the year.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:59:17 +0100Martin Lewis warns of the £100 HMRC tax trap catching many parents out
Martin Lewis explains when children pay tax and the key £100 rule parents need to know about savings
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:15:00 +0100‘We are also praying York City win’ - fans tie knot during Rochdale match
York City fans Mark Dalby and Wendy Wootton got married at St Edward the Confessor Church during the club's game against Rochdale.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0100Plans to build hundreds of affordable homes in York to be reviewed
The decision to approve new plans to build affordable homes on council-owned sites in York has been called in for review.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:32:10 +0100'Make parade happen for fans'- call following York City FC celebration decision
The elected official with oversight over North Yorkshire Police should step in to ensure a York City FC promotion parade can go ahead, the council's opposition leader has said.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:59:00 +0100Talented performers celebrate milestone with major event in North Yorkshire
The Rivermills Ballroom in Selby was filled with energy, colour and celebration as The Theatre & Dance Academy presented Kaleidoscope.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:42:00 +0100Missing York teenager found safe and well
Missing teenager Sisam who was last seen at his home at about 11.15am on Monday has been found safe and well.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:09:27 +010020 metre-tall 5G mast planned for York
Plans for a 20 metre-tall 5G mast in York have been lodged.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:12:06 +0100MP’s website hit with suspected cyber attack ‘traceable to China’
Former cabinet minister, David Davis MP's, website has been taken offline temporarily after a suspected cyber attack.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:10:00 +0100Police called in after fire in North Yorkshire village
POLICE have been called in after a fire in a North Yorkshire village.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Empty York building set for new lease of life as beauty salon
An empty York building could be set for a new lease of life as a beauty salon under new plans.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100First homes to go on sale at new development in East Yorkshire town
THE first homes at a new Redrow development called Highgrove Gardens in Pocklington are set to go on sale.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:43:05 +0100Man arrested on suspicion of drug driving in York city centre car park
A man has been arrested in a York city centre car park on suspicion of drug driving.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:22:32 +0100Biker's cause of death confirmed after North Yorkshire race crash
Aran Sadler, 32, from Durham, died on April 11 this year during a race event at Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:14:34 +0100Motorhome stolen from North Yorkshire village
A motorhome has been stolen from Ugthorpe, near Whitby.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:08:57 +0100North Yorkshire site with potential to create 2000 jobs takes first tenant
A global business has taken one of the first available units at a major new industrial development in North Yorkshire.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:10:21 +0100Fire crews called to 'vehicle on fire' in major North Yorkshire road
Fire crews have been called to reports of a vehicle on fire in a main North Yorkshire road.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:47:15 +0100600 acre North Yorkshire farm goes on the market for £7.2million
A North Yorkshire farm of nearly 600 acres has gone on the market for £7.2million.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:43:41 +010046 metre wind turbine to be built at farm despite MoD concerns
A 46 metre high wind turbine can be erected at a farm near Filey after plans were approved despite concerns about ‘obstruction to air traffic movements’.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:35:53 +0100Car tyre slashed on main road in North Yorkshire town
A CAR tyre has been slashed on a main road in a North Yorkshire town.