York Press
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Homes plans for North Yorkshire village
York-based Persimmon Homes has lodged plans for 62 new homes in Kellington, south of Selby and just north of the M62 motorway.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:18:28 +0000York restaurant reveals more about its £750,000 upgrade
A top York restaurant has revealed more about a planned £750,000 refurbishment, which starts laer this month.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:19:53 +0000Car stuck in flood waters in village close to major road outside York
At 6.45am this morning, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from Harrogate and Acomb were on their way to the village of Cattal, close to the A59 and A1(M).
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:00:36 +0000Flooding 'expected' in York city centre after alert amplified and river levels rise
The Environment Agency (EA) updated its notice at 9.08pm last night (January 22) for the River Ouse in the city.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:54:49 +0000Thieves target petrol station in North Yorkshire town
The county's police force said alcohol was stolen from Abbeyside Service Station in Bawtry Road, Selby around 11am on Monday, December 8.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Artwork by students transforming mental health facility in York
Artwork created by students at Harrogate College is helping brighten the hallways of a mental health facility for young people in York.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York town to host 'unique' music festival later this year
The Kirkbymoorside Gateway to the Moors Music Festival will take place in the historic market town in August.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Theatre company bringing timeless old West tale to York next month
The Joseph Rowntree Theatre Company is gearing up for a grand production of Calamity Jane.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000The Wind in the Willows coming to the Stephen Joseph Theatre next month
The Wind in the Willows is coming to the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough next month.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Warning to drivers - traffic changes could be coming to busy York street
Plans have been drawn up to tackle problems causing safety issues for motorists and pedestrians at the junction by Blake Street.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York family-run gym celebrates being shortlisted as one of the city's best
Marcus Allan, who runs the gym in Mansfield Street with dad Mark, spoke to The Press after the business was shortlisted by readers shortlisted who it as one of the best in York.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York Literature Festival 2026 announces packed line-up of events
The York Literature Festival is gearing up for a return in 2026 and has announced a packed line-up celebrating literary heritage.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York parents asked to take part in survey to help shape support for families
Parents and carers are being encouraged to take part in a citywide Raise York survey to help shape future support for families.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Scarborough concert to feature works by famous Renaissance artists
The Scarborough Symphony Orchestra will perform at Queen Street Methodist Hall next month.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Takács Quartet announced to launch Ryedale Festival in Yorkshire
The acclaimed Takács Quartet will launch the 2026 Ryedale Festival with a special performance in Yorkshire.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York hospital ‘very proud’ after gushing patient feedback in report
A York hospital has received the stamp of approval from a health watchdog after their latest assessment was published earlier this month.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Where to raise a dram and celebrate Burns Night 2026 in and around York
We look at venues celebrating Scotland's beloved national poet and where to raise a dram and toast this Burns Night 2026 in and around York.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Kidnappers snatched WRONG man from North Yorkshire street, court hears
Two criminals who kidnapped the wrong man from a North Yorkshire street in broad daylight and drove off with him have been jailed.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Man jailed for street attack in North Yorkshire
Mihaita Cioc who attacked a man in Norton, near Malton, has been jailed.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000York bar owner urges developer to work with neighbouring businesses amid concerns
A bar owner has urged the developer planning to build flats above Oliver Bonas next to her premises to work with neighbouring businesses.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:31:59 +0000Men who planned 'vicious' attack on man and fled country jailed in York
Two men have been jailed after carrying out a “vicious and calculated” assault in Scarborough.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:22:00 +0000Emergency services called to fire in North Yorkshire house
Emergency services have been called after a fire in a North Yorkshire house.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:25:56 +0000Norovirus cases more than double in a week at York hospital trust
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has warned people with symptoms of norovirus not to visit York Hospital.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:14:53 +0000Controversial gas drilling rig plan in North Yorkshire recommended for approval
PLANS for a controversial gas drilling rig near Scarborough have been recommended for approval despite more than 1,500 local objections.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Much-loved North Yorkshire business closes after almost 50 years
A long running and much-loved North Yorkshire business has closed.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:34:29 +0000Part of busy York street to close for repair work
Part of a busy York street is to close for work to repair a water main, Yorkshire Water has said.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:07:13 +0000Free courses on inclusion and well-being for North Yorkshire businesses
Two York business owners are launching a unique initiative for employers which blends leadership coaching with occupational therapy.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:11:00 +0000Families affected by TEWV meet ahead of public inquiry into NHS trust
Patients and families affected by what they deem to be failings by the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) have met ahead of a public inquiry into the trust.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:52:33 +0000Major new housing development to be launched in York this weekend
A major new housing development is about to be launched in Huntington, York.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:12:25 +0000Town council wants assurance visitor levy funds will be ringfenced
FUNDS raised from an overnight visitor levy should ‘not be syphoned off elsewhere’, town councillors have said.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:00:14 +0000Directors of waste firms which saw huge fires plague town's sentenced by court
The fires, both in 2020, saw thick smoke plague Bishop Auckland and Liverton, near Saltburn.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:29:55 +0000WATCH: Official opening of purpose-built care home in North Yorkshire
A purpose-built care home has been officially opened in North Yorkshire.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:11:59 +0000Flood alert for York as river levels continue to rise
A flood alert is in place for parts of central York close to the River Ouse as river levels in the city remain high.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:05:42 +0000'Absolutely vital' funding to make York Station 'key railway hub'
The funding follows the Government's commitment to Northern Powerhouse Rail with £45 billion funding cap.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:46:29 +0000North Yorkshire town council passes annual budget with precept changes
A NORTH Yorkshire town council’s annual budget has been passed despite disputes about financial commitments.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:49:21 +0000WATCH - Terrifying moment thug targets 84-year-old woman in busy York street
Police have shared shocking footage which shows a known thief target a woman in her 80s in the middle of one of York’s busiest shopping streets.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:35:15 +0000Deadline looms in urgent sale of well-known North Yorkshire gin producer
A well-known North Yorkshire brand of gin is seeking an urgent buyer after the company behind it began an administration process this week.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:55:42 +0000'Callous' thief mugged woman, 84, in York shortly after she had surgery
Shoplifter Daniel Bell mugged an 84-year-old woman outside Marks and Spencer in York city centre shortly after she underwent surgery.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:02:00 +0000‘He was my rock’ – second man who died in E Yorks crash named as family pays tribute
The second man who died in a crash in Holme on Spalding Moor has been named as David Evans, 55.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:42:34 +0000Agricultural law boost for North Yorkshire firm of solicitors
Ware & Kay Solicitors has announced that Sarah Parker, Head of Agriculture, has successfully passed her Agricultural Law Association Fellowship, earning the prestigious designation FALA.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:30:57 +0000Future of footwear brand with two North Yorkshire shops uncertain
The future of a heritage shoe brand - which has two shops in North Yorkshire - remains uncertain after a rescue deal was agreed yesterday.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:28:07 +0000York veterinary pharmaceutical company reports 'strong growth'
York-based Animalcare Group has reported “strong revenue” growth, with underlying earnings increasing 50 per cent during 2025.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:03:00 +0000'Haxby Station remains on track to be delivered within this Parliament' - Mayor
Haxby Station remains on track to be delivered within this Parliament says regional Mayor, David Skaith
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:44:00 +0000'Popular TV drama set in York is good but how local are its locations?'
Patience - is this Channel 4 drama really a York series asks our letter writer?
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York telecommunications firm wins major contract for Italy Winter Olympics
York telecommunications company Cellhire will provide more than 6,000 secure IoT and data connections for next month’s Winter Olympics in Italy and the Winter Paralympics in March.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bus-only plan for key York streets could ease ‘chaotic’ congestion - campaigners
A drive to close sections of key York streets to cars and taxis will help to tackle city's 'chaotic problem with traffic congestion', say cycle campaigners.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Free leisure centre memberships launched for adoptive families in York
Free leisure centre memberships are being offered to adoptive families in York as part of a partnership between GLL and children’s charity Coram.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000York public notice roundup: Multiple temporary road closures this week
Here are the latest public notices announced across York.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Two York staff rewarded for 'outstanding dedication' on Christmas Day
Kitchen assistant Godwin and 2nd chef Ian, who work at Mulberry Court in Rawcliffe, have been named Employees of the Month.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Hundreds of farmers expected to attend first Yorkshire Farming Conference
Hundreds of farmers are expected to attend the first Yorkshire Farming Conference at the Great Yorkshire Showground.