York Press
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:26:45 +0000Amazing drone shot of York light show
THIS amazing image shows a magical York light show from the air.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000Top North Yorkshire school celebrates student success
Ripon Grammar School students celebrate Oxford and Cambridge places.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:05:00 +0000'Our provision for anyone not in a car is pitiful' in York - letter
Rougier Street plans: 'provision for anyone not in a car is pitiful' in York says our letter writer. What is your view?
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:03:00 +0000Luke Charters MP on keeping our children safe in turbulent times
Here is the monthly Press column from Luke Charters, Labour MP for York Outer
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:30:00 +0000WATCH - Video appears to show hounds running across North Yorkshire graves
THE owner of a North Yorkshire burial site has defended the alleged use of his land by a local hunt after a video appears to capture hounds running across graves.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:25:00 +0000'We need a wheelie bin for recycling' - Press readers call for change
Press readers say 'We need a wheelie bin for recycling' and give their views on litter left after recycling day
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:14:00 +0000So atmospheric - five magical photos that capture the beauty of York at night
Here are 5 magical photos that capture the beauty of York at night from members of our Press Camera Club
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Blockbuster film on big screen with full concert backing on York tour stop
ONE of cinema's most iconic films will be back on the big screen in York - with a twist.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000New support introduced for menopause sufferers in York and North Yorkshire
NHS Humber North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board has partnered with Peppy Health to provide support for women experiencing menopause.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Public notice roundup: Upcoming roadworks and closures across York
Here are the latest public notices announced across York.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Legal expert takes on senior role at a growing law firm in York
Monika Bone has joined Wilkin Chapman Rollits as a Partner in its Wills, Estates, and Tax Planning team in York.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Specially wrapped tractor helps spread awareness of motor neurone disease
A tractor wrapped in bright colours, on display at the Yorkshire Agricultural Machinery Show, has been raising awareness for motor neurone disease.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Café owner says zero food hygiene rating after inspection is a 'real shock'
An East Yorkshire café owner says that a recent inspection - which saw it handed a zero food hygiene rating - was a "real shock".
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Stone guardians' set to come alive in event planned for summer
The Watchers of York event is set to take place this summer.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000York solicitor progresses in training to become a family mediator
Katie Jennings, who works at Jones Myers’ York office, has completed her initial training with the Family Mediators Association.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire shop to close its doors for the last time today
A shop in a coastal North Yorkshire town is set to close its doors for the last time today (Thursday, February 5).
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Most adults in North Yorkshire and Humber not aware of obesity-cancer link
Most adults are unaware that obesity raises the risk of cancer, according to research by the Humber and North Yorkshire Centre for Excellence.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Cedarbarn Farm Shop and Café named a finalist in Northern Farmer Awards
Cedarbarn Farm Shop and Café in Pickering is in contention for Food Retailer/Producer of the Year at the Northern Farmer Awards.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Empty York shop to get new lease of life with next door store's expansion
The approval of plans for Savers to expand comes after the Front Street Farmfoods closed in December 2024.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Stephen Joseph Theatre appoints new casting director for upcoming show
The Stephen Joseph Theatre (SJT) in Scarborough has welcomed Annelie Powell as its new casting director.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:55:40 +0000People seen running from scene of York stabbing incident, say police
More people are thought to be involved in an incident which left a woman and a man with stab wounds, say North Yorkshire Police.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:48:28 +0000Main route between York and Yorkshire Coast clears after crash
A main route between York and the coast has reopened after a crash.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:41:41 +0000Trains through York returning to normal service after faults on the line
National Rail updated its notice to say a fault with barriers at a level crossing added to an earlier signal fault between Brough and Hull.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:51:45 +0000Man found dead at home in North Yorkshire
A man has been found dead at his home in Scarborough. North Yorkshire Police are hoping to find his next of kin.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000New TV show for Gladiators star who wants to return to York
Warren Furman, best-known as Ace from Gladiators is set to star in a new reality TV series, The Summit.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000'Largest of its kind in Britain' partnership at York store
Browns in Davygate will see women's shoe brand Moda in Pelle open within weeks.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:35:43 +0000Sex attack survivor's bravery praised by police
Police praised the courage of the victim of a sexual assault by David Welham after her attacker changed his plea at the last moment.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:33:44 +0000Teenager racially assaulted on bus in North Yorkshire town
A teenage boy has been racially assaulted onboard a bus travelling through a coastal North Yorkshire town.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:25:09 +0000Major store in North Yorkshire town begins closing down sale
A Major store in a North Yorkshire town has begun a closing down sale, adding to others nationally.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:26:49 +0000Man admits throwing firework in village near York
Police are stepping up action to tackle anti‑social behaviour following a recent increase in incidents in Sherburn‑in‑Elmet.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:16:52 +0000Driver taken to hospital after crash on major North Yorkshire road
The driver of a car has been taken to hospital after a crash on the A1(M) near the A64 turn off at Aberford.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:51:15 +0000Major East Yorkshire specialist vehicle manufacturer faces administration
An East Yorkshire business which employs 164 people and produces vehicles for the emergency services has posted a notice of intention to appoint an administrator.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:39:37 +0000Whitby could become 'Las Vegas of East Coast' as 24-hour adult gaming centre approved
PLANS for a controversial 24-hour adult gaming centre in a North Yorkshire resort have been approved on appeal despite hundreds of objections.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:18:28 +0000Changes afoot at a much-loved North Yorkshire butcher's shop
CHANGES are afoot at a much-loved butcher’s shop in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:15:51 +0000What's the verdict on York Christmas Market?
Visitors said they enjoyed York Christmas Market's festive atmosphere but wanted more variety in the stalls and better crowd management.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:01:51 +0000North Yorkshire firm to launch research farm in county to boost sustainability
Scarborough-based McCain Foods is to launch a 202-hectare ‘Farm of the Future’ in North Yorkshire later this year.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:37:19 +0000Search to start for York's best looking buildings
The search will soon begin for York’s best-looking buildings.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:50:14 +0000'I'd be a grumpy landlord' Jon Richardson on his challenge to renovate a pub
It has always been a dream of Jon Richardson’s to own a pub. So when he heard that the doors of The Plough at Fadmoor, in North Yorkshire, could be permanently closed, the comedian and actor was keen to join the efforts to save it.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:31:03 +0000Prized mountain bike stolen from car park in York - police launch appeal
North Yorkshire Police are investigating a theft from outside an apartment building in York.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:30:12 +0000Filey and Whitby MPs call for ‘dedicated’ support following Fylingdales blaze
A NORTH Yorkshire MP has joined calls for the Government to extend its support for those impacted by devastating wildfires in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:29:24 +0000Clothes stolen from store in York – police issue CCTV appeal
Clothes have been stolen from the Nike Factory Store at the York Designer Outlet.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:20:34 +0000'Such a loss' - tributes to 'the voice of snooker' John Virgo who has died at 79
TRIBUTES have been paid to 'the voice of snooker' John Virgo who has died at the age of 79.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:08:50 +0000UPDATE: Unions slam major North Yorkshire firm which plans to cut more than 350 jobs
Trade unions have criticised energy company Drax over plans to cut more than 350 jobs, saying the firm has “betrayed” its workforce and wider communities.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:22:00 +0000Flying Scotsman excursion dates released as part of upcoming 2026 UK tour
The National Railway Museum in York has announced dates for the 2026 tour of the world-famous Flying Scotsman.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:14:23 +0000Changes afoot for 2026 York Beer Festival as Camra celebrates 2025 event
York area CAMRA has celebrated a successful 2025 beer festival and honoured the best of the Locale breweries.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:50:00 +0000York man’s cancer story used to shape new poem by poet laureate
A York man’s cancer story has been used to shape a new poem by the UK’s poet laureate Simon Armitage.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:40:34 +0000Why Scarborough CDC was built in Eastfield despite town centre proposals
A SITE has been selected for a new health centre in North Yorkshire after a dozen other potential locations were eliminated.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:42:24 +0000WATCH - Fox mingles with shoppers in York city centre lunchtime dash
A FOX stopped shoppers in their tracks as it trotted through York city centre during the busy lunch-time hour.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:22:46 +0000'Ready to get spades in ground'- next steps for 22 projects including arts space
Analysis showing the 22 proposed projects in the York Prospectus, including the Creative Chrysalis arts space, could generate £12.1 billion in social value.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:30:05 +0000First look - York's 'biggest-ever' light projection show, set to launch tonight
Thousands of residents and visitors of York are set to gather for the city’s illuminating light show – shown on its largest canvas to date.