York Press
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:26:00 +0100'Electric buses have not helped York roads'
Ellectric buses have not helped York roads says our letter writer - do you agree?
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sexual violence support charity in York to reopen waiting list
Sexual violence support charity Survive is set to reopen its waiting list after being forced to close nearly a year ago.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Celebrations for recently expanded York eatery with award shortlisting
A York tasting lounge which recently expanded into South Bank has been shortlisted for a York Press reader award.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Gorgeous coffee spot tucked away in heart of York' gets one-star for hygiene
A “gorgeous coffee spot tucked away in the heart of York” says it has taken action after gaining a one-star rating, meaning ‘major improvement necessary’, in a recent food hygiene inspection.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Man entered hotel, stole a beer - then started cooking food in kitchen, court hears
A man entered a hotel in Scarborough, stole a beer, then started cooking a meal for himself in the kitchen after helping himself to food, a court heard.
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100‘He would have loved it’ - friends wear masks of York City fan to match after death
Friends from the Isle of Man travelled to watch York City at the LNER Community Stadium – wearing face masks of life-long fan of the Minstermen Steve "Raz" McVeighty after his death.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:09:00 +0100Motorcycle rider dies in crash at North Yorkshire racetrack
A motorcycle rider has died following a crash at Oliver’s Mount racetrack in Scarborough.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New security measures at major York venue approved
Plans for new security have been given the go-ahead at a major York venue.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100'I hear far too many horrific stories' - York County Lines event
NORTH Yorkshire author and knife crime campaigner Christina Gabbitas has been speaking at York's historic Guildhall.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:13:44 +0100Chimney fire at North Yorkshire hotel sparks callout from emergency services
A chimney fire at the Talbot hotel in Malton has sparked a callout from the emergency services.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:41:08 +0100Fire crews dealing with incident at North Yorkshire hotel
EMERGENCY services are currently at the scene of a fire at a North Yorkshire hotel.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:25:00 +0100Dozens of historic military vehicles roll into York – in pictures
Dozens of historic military vehicles rolled into York for a showcase in front of Clifford’s Tower.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:12:00 +0100Bus driver among four motorists banned by North Yorkshire magistrates
A bus driver was among four motorists from North Yorkshire banned from the roads in recent motoring offences heard by the county's magistrates.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:15:54 +0100Scott Mills removed from DJ set at North Yorkshire concert after BBC sacking
Former BBC Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills has been removed from the line-up of the Ibiza Symphonica summer concert in Harrogate because of the “serious nature” of allegations against him.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:03:05 +0100Shed catches fire in garden of York home
A shed has burst into flames in the garden of a home in Pottery Lane, York, the fire service said.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:48:15 +0100Disused building set alight in town - fire crews called in
A disused building has been deliberately set alight in Sherburn in Elmet, the fire service said.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:32:58 +0100People injured after cars crash in North Yorkshire town
People have been left injured after two cars crashed in Castlegate, Malton.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:13:00 +0100How this centuries-old York tradition still survives today
A look back at how this centuries-old York tradition still survives today
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100Inside North Yorks home offering ‘coastal living at its finest’ - as it hits market
A Whitby townhouse offering “modern coastal living at its finest” has hit the market - for £550,000.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:57:00 +0100Second York village pub appears closed as major pub operator seeks tenants
Another York village pub appears to have closed while its owners seek new management.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100On This Day: North Yorkshire gymnastics coach crowned winner of Gladiators
On this day in 2025, Joe Fishburn, a gymnastics coach from Scarborough, was crowned one of the winners of Gladiators.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Look back at Malton sports club as it celebrates 50th anniversary
Malton Rackets Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York BID unveils vibrant summer installations across city centre
York BID has transformed the city centre with a host of summer installations.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Truck of chocolate bars made in York flanked by security detail - here's why
In a video from KitKat Canada, a red KitKat truck is seen leaving a Nestlé warehouse under convoy whilst negotiating Toronto’s city centre and highways.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Daffodil-filled North Yorkshire hamlets named among the UK’s prettiest spring spots
These daffodil-filled North Yorkshire hamlets in the North Yorkshire Moors have been named among the UK's prettiest spring spots
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Here's what York business owners discovered during a routine repair to a shop front
Routine repair work to the shop front at Tullivers Herbs and Wholefood in Colliergate has revealed six wooden pilasters which could date back more than 120 years, and plans have been drawn up to restore them.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New waste disposal rules at York tip are 'crippling', says business owner
The owner of Upside Down Design said she had to abort a trip to Hazel Court recycling centre in James Street at the end of last month (March 31) with a full van and offload it at another commercial premises the business owns.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Former smoker from East Riding backs campaign to support 30,000 people to quit
Gillian Cunningham, from Pocklington, is backing the 'Turn the Corner' campaign, which aims to help 30,000 smokers in the region.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York's only adult specialist music school to host community open afternoon
Crescendo, York's only adult specialist music school, is opening its doors to the community later this month.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100York institution under new ownership crowned Best Sandwich Bar
A York institution that has been transformed by new owners has received the support of the city and been voted number one in our best Sandwich Bar contest.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100‘I am lucky to be alive’ – woman feared man would kill her in attack, court hears
A woman has said she is “lucky to be alive” after fearing her former partner, Dean Knight, would kill her during an attack at her home.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100A major DWP rule change is coming this month - here’s what it means for your benefits
Starting a job won’t trigger the same benefit checks under new DWP rules—find out how the changes affect you.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100Drivers warned they face £100 fines when driving on motorways due to common mistake
More than 53,000 incidents of the mistake have been recorded in recent years, with thousands of UK drivers risking a £100 fine and three penalty points
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100More people could get DWP benefits under new online application system, report finds
A DWP trial shows online disability benefit applications are easier and more successful, with many applying for PIP online.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100Travel experts issues warning about this common holiday mistake
One pilot-approved viral hack that uses an AirTag to help avoid lost luggage could in fact have the opposite effect
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:22:31 +0100Asda shoppers praise new 24/7 feature at UK supermarkets set to ‘make life easier’
Asda is launching 700 Wash.ME units across its UK supermarkets, Express stores and more to 'make life easier' for its customers
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:30:27 +0100Jet2 warning to Brits as flights to and from popular Portugal spot face disruption
Jet2 has issued a warning to Brits as flights face disruption due to 'adverse weather conditions' at a popular holiday hotspot in Portugal
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:50:22 +0100Primark rolls out first ever app offering instant, real-time stock checks in stores
High street brand Primark has launched its first-ever app, letting shoppers check store stock.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Broken system'- more potholes should be filled in York, councillors say
The system deciding which York roads get money for repairs is broken, opposition councillors have said.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100'Our dream is to get a blue plaque' - behind scenes at one of oldest shops in country
The Press takes a look behind the scenes of a shop transformation in Our Lady's Row.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:14:45 +0100Main road in North Yorkshire town blocked following collision
A MAIN road in a North Yorkshire town is blocked following a collision.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:18:18 +0100Fire in the open in York suburb - crew called
Firefighters have been called to a fire in the open in Water Lane, Clifton, York.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:11:18 +0100Vehicle catches fire in residential York street
A vehicle has caught fire in Anthea Drive, Huntington, York.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:32:00 +0100‘People have been asking if I’m real’ – mystery character's alternative York market
Mystery character Black Phillip has brought his alternative market back to York - transforming the Impossible Bar into a gothic space.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:29:33 +0100Police urge parents to speak to children after spate of fires around town
Police have urged parents and carers to speak to their children after a spate of fires around Sherburn in Elmet, near Selby.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0100Trans rights activists gather in York protesting Supreme Court ruling a year on
Trans rights activists have gathered in St Helen's Square, York, calling for change a year after the Supreme Court’s ruling on the legal definition of a woman.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:20:00 +0100Countdown on for York Open Studios - what you need to know
The countdown is on for York Open Studios as artists prepare for the 2026 event which will see the city turned into an art gallery.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:55:00 +0100Three guilty of violence against women among recent cases at York Magistrates Court
Three men were sentenced for offences against women in cases heard recently at York Magistrates Court. Two of them were jailed.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:54:32 +0100Bike stolen from York retail park
A bike has been stolen from outside Home Bargains in Foss Islands Road, York.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:30:00 +0100'It was a complete shock' - cancer survivor shares story ahead of marathon
Sandra Breene is taking on one of the world’s most iconic races after overcoming a life-changing cancer diagnosis.