York Press

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Batman and Mario turn up for major event at top North Yorkshire school
Cundall Manor School celebrated the engineering prowess of pupils at their annual go-kart race.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Where are the most polluted parts of York?
The part of York with the highest recorded air pollution levels has been revealed in the latest air quality figures for the city.

Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Speeding finance director escapes driving ban
A finance director clocked speeding in a 30mph zone has kept his driving licence after he told magistrates he needed it for work.

Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Royal wedding at York Minster among treasured old photos
Following King Charles III’s visit to York this week we've delved into our archives to unearth other reminders of the city’s long-standing royal connections.

Sat, 30 May 2026 09:42:49 +0100
York family join 200 walkers for countryside challenge in memory of their father
Nicki Coombs, her two brothers and her niece Isabelle will take part in the St Leonard’s Hospice Yorkshire Wolds charity walk in memory of their father.

Sat, 30 May 2026 09:06:00 +0100
From cold plunge to calm - why adventure meets luxury at this Yorkshire spa
Our reporter takes a wellness break near Helmsley at the Yorkshire Spa Retreat

Sat, 30 May 2026 09:01:00 +0100
Why we need more bus services to this popular area of York
More bus services to York's Community Stadium would ease parking problems on match days says our letter writer...

Sat, 30 May 2026 08:57:56 +0100
Busy junction on York main road reopens after week-long closure
The A59 Holgate Road is re-open from Cambridge Street up to and including traffic lights at the A1036 The Mount and Blossom Street.

Sat, 30 May 2026 08:30:00 +0100
13 apartments for sale in York city centre - yours for £2.25m
A block of 13 apartments in York city centre is up for sale with an asking price of £2.25 million.

Sat, 30 May 2026 08:16:00 +0100
Seven unmissable events in York from today to next week
FESTIVALS full of Pride, ideas and comedy are the headline acts in Charles Hutchinson’s selection of culture in colourful bloom as May turns to June.

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:49:02 +0100
Person stranded halfway down East Yorkshire cliffs
Bridlington and Filey Coastguard Rescue teams were deployed to Pigeon Hole in Flamborough, yesterday (Friday, May 29).

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:35:30 +0100
Four-vehicle crash on main road close to coastal North Yorkshire town
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service was called to the crash on the A165 Scarborough Road in Bridlington around 12.20pm yesterday.

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:22:32 +0100
Group of people stuck in lift in coastal North Yorkshire town
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service's Scarborough crew was called to Old Rugby Way around 12.15am.

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:15:00 +0100
Weekend walk takes in 'finest mountain' with incredible views and pubs and cafes
Jonathan Smith suggests a route up Ingleborough that provides the most straightforward climb from Ingleton but captures much of its appeal

Sat, 30 May 2026 06:10:00 +0100
Plans submitted as work continues on re-opening of village pub near York
Work is well-underway on the re-opening of a village pub just outside York.

Sat, 30 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Price of pub near York drops £25,000 to £275,000
A village pub near York has dropped its price by £25,000 after being on the market for three years.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Entries opening soon for popular Yorkshire Coast running event
Entries will soon be open for the McCain Yorkshire Coast event, which features a 10K, 5K, and Fun Run.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity-run nursery celebrates decade of caring for children
Little Owls Day Nursery, which has helped raise more than £1.5 million for charity, is celebrating its 10th anniversary.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York MP to host climate and environment conference designed by young people
York Central MP Rachael Maskell is hosting a climate and environment conference designed by young people.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York archaeologist retires after more than 40 years in the field
Jane McComish is one of the longest-serving team members at York Archaeology, is retiring after a career spanning more than 40 years.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel this weekend, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around York.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Classic play around self-discovery coming to Theatre@41 in York
Educating Rita by Willy Russell will be performed at Theatre@41 in York.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Heritage railway reopens full route from Pickering to Whitby
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has reopened its full 24-mile route from Pickering to Whitby.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New three-year music partnership announced by Ryedale Festival
The Ryedale Festival has announced a three-year collaboration with the Sinfonia of London and conductor John Wilson.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Month-long closure of major North Yorkshire road set to begin next week
A major stretch of the A1(M) is set to close overnight for around a month from next week.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Main road in York to close overnight for telecoms works
The B1224 Wetherby Road, Acomb, between the junction with Bland Lane and a point 105 eastbound, will shut to vehicles from 8pm on Sunday, May 31 to 5am the following morning (Monday, June 1).

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Roadworks, filming and utility works set to affect travel in York
Here are the latest public notices announced across York this week.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thief who tried to start new life in North Yorkshire seaside town returns to jail
A thief’s bid to start a new life by the seaside in North Yorkshire has ended in a crime spree and a return to jail.

Sat, 30 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Shed Seven singer 'marries' York couple – then the wedding party walks the City Walls
Newlyweds Jessica Steel and Stuart Allan from York celebrated their wedding in true style – with help from Shed Seven frontman Rick Witter.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free community fitness day announced at Beverley outdoor gym
East Riding Leisure Beverley is inviting residents to enjoy a free day of community fitness, taking place at The Mill outdoor gym.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
McDonald's launches new 'drink of the summer' from next week
A new iced drink will be coming to McDonald's in time for summer and it's a twist on the classic matcha.

Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
TV licences could be free again for all pensioners after thousands back new campaign
Thousands have already backed a growing campaign demanding the Government restore free TV licences for all pensioners

Fri, 29 May 2026 16:59:46 +0100
Severe delays begin to clear after crash in major York road
Queues are mounting on a major York road after reports of a crash.

Fri, 29 May 2026 16:39:43 +0100
Person airlifted to hospital after crash near York attraction
A person has been airlifted to hospital after a crash near Clifford's Tower in York.

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:43:19 +0100
Major York road reopens after earlier incident
A section of a major York road has reopened after being blocked earlier today.

Fri, 29 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Maps explain new diversion and road closures for works on major York project
New images have been released to explain road closures set to start next week for works on a major York project.

Fri, 29 May 2026 15:51:37 +0100
Campaign group hit out at North Yorkshire Police over Operation Snap
Campaigners have hit out against North Yorkshire Police over its handling of a system reporting dangerous and illegal driving.

Fri, 29 May 2026 15:25:16 +0100
Thieves spotted trying to steal group of caravans from North Yorkshire
Thieves have been captured attempting to steal a group of caravans from Thorpe Willoughby.

Fri, 29 May 2026 13:17:43 +0100
Loss of York village pub 'would erode sense of community' as plans blocked
The conversion of a vacant York village pub into a home has been blocked amid objections it would erode the area's sense of community.

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:33:38 +0100
Police ‘growing increasingly concerned’ for missing man, 63, from York
Police are “growing increasingly concerned” for the welfare of missing Anthony Murray who was last seen in Acomb.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Alcohol could be served until 1am from York takeaway
Alcohol could be served until 1am from a York takeaway under new plans.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Councillor slams balloon 'designed to upset and provoke neighbours' at York venue
The owners of SPARK York in Piccadilly recently put up a bright inflatable sphere on top of the premises with notices on four sides, one of which reads: “We’re going nowhere, are you coming?”

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Free after school child care at top school
From September this year, families at Pocklington Prep School will benefit from free after school care.

Fri, 29 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Holiday driver's 'momentary action' left baby with lifelong brain injury
A woman whose 'momentary' action while driving left left a baby with lifelong brain injuries and needing permanent care has been banned from the roads.

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:57:07 +0100
Man arrested after woman allegedly raped in North Yorkshire market town
A man has been arrested after a woman was allegedly raped in a North Yorkshire market town.

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:46:08 +0100
Emergency services called to four vehicle crash on main East Yorkshire road
Emergency services have been called to a crash involving four vehicles along a main road in Bridlington.

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:11:23 +0100
Council blocks residents’ renovation plan over heritage impact
THE planned renovation of a 19th-century Grade II listed residential building has been refused over its ‘unacceptable’ impact.

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Met Office forecasts warm sunshine in York before cooler Sunday
The Met Office has issued the weekend weather forecast for York.

Fri, 29 May 2026 16:53:23 +0100
Parties unite to oppose plans for 5,000 homes on edge of North Yorkshire
Politicians from across the political parties came together to oppose plans for up to 5,000 homes in what developers are calling the Wetherby Urban Expansion.

Fri, 29 May 2026 16:39:52 +0100
Artisan market to take place at stunning North Yorkshire attraction
A POPULAR artisan market will open a new pop-up event at a stunning North Yorkshire attraction.

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