York Press

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:09:20 +0100
Police swoop in York street after 'fight'
Police have swooped in Walmgate, York, after a reported fight involving two men.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:55:19 +0100
York inner ring road fully reopens after storm damage work
York's inner ring road has fully reopened after work to repair a crossing uplifted during a thunderstorm.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New details emerge on fire safety plans for York flats gutted by blaze
New details have emerged about plans to improve fire safety at a block of flats gutted by a blaze in York.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:07:53 +0100
House fire in Yorkshire village – emergency services called to scene
Emergency services have been called to a house fire in Appleton le Street, near Malton.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:38:14 +0100
Cordon lifted after car fire in York street
A police cordon has been lifted off Walmgate in York after a car burst into flames.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:48:00 +0100
Historic Pullman dining carriage returns after decade-long restoration
A historic dining carriage has returned to service after a decade-long restoration.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:45:00 +0100
Next stage for Ryedale's ambitious geothermal heating projects
Cleaner greener energy and lower bills for Ryedale residents is the aim of two projects which are tapping the region’s natural geothermal heat to produce warm water.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:48:00 +0100
Former successful business owner is now sex offender, thief and street drinker
A once successful business owner is today a sex offender, shop thief and street drinker, York magistrates heard.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:28:00 +0100
Knifeman threatened to stab cyclist at cash machine in broad daylight, court hears
A convicted burglar pulled a knife and told cyclist at cash machine in broad daylight outside Sainsbury's: “If you don’t get the money out, I will stab you", York Crown Court heard.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Artist brings beloved York shop back to life in touching tribute
Artist Ric Liptrot is preserving the memory of a beloved York shop in a new artwork, reports MAXINE GORDON

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The story behind the sculptures across York now on show in Minster
Sculptures have been seen across York this summer as part of a Make it York project.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why York cyclists are preparing to ride through the city naked again
Here's why York cyclists are stripping off for this unusual annual ride

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Drug dealer seriously injured man by dangerous driving in North Yorkshire town
A drug dealer driving an Audi has admitted causing a crash in a North Yorkshire town that left a man seriously injured.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York and North Yorkshire Mayor launches transport plan consultation
Mayor David Skaith says improving buses and transport links is vital as York and North Yorkshire prepares a long-term transport plan.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University of York vows to focus on 'student experience' after hundreds of job losses
A University of York spokesperson has said they are hoping to reinvest further in the ‘student experience’ amid job losses across the organisation.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Famous North Yorkshire sausage maker cuts energy use by 14%
A Well-known North Yorkshire sausage-maker has cut its energy consumption across monitored assets by around 14 per cent after installing a new digital Energy Management System (EMS).

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'She’s the most amazing person' - tribute to North Yorkshire woman who died at 26
The father of a North Yorkshire woman who passed away in her 20s has spoken about his ‘amazing’ daughter ahead of the publication of her book.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Multimillion-pound price of council’s new office revealed
THE multimillion-pound cost of purchasing a new office building has been disclosed by North Yorkshire Council.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:02:00 +0100
York Hospital maternity services rated ‘good’ after ‘significant improvement’
Maternity services at York Hospital have been rated ‘good’ after the Care Quality Commission (CQC) found there has been a “significant improvement” since it deemed the services to be ‘inadequate’.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:01:49 +0100
Patsy Kensit says she was left 'skint' after losing everything amid Emmerdale return
Patsy Kensit has revealed how she was left "skint" after losing everything in a financial crisis.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire’s wild side captured in new nature exhibition in York
Yorkshire’s Wild Side: Nature in Art will run from September 2 to October 4, 2026, at Stephenson’s Gallery in Clifford Street.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire’s 53 lost country houses could be costing region millions
New analysis by Family Tree magazine estimates that 53 lost country houses in Yorkshire may represent around £47.5 million in annual heritage value.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man tackles gruelling month-long rowing challenge for Norton charity
Ollie Varey is taking on a 30-day rowing challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Acorn Community Care charity.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York Vegan Christmas Festival returns with 80 stalls and festive food
The York Vegan Christmas Festival will take place at York RI Sports Centre this December.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Changes proposed to former petrol station development in Stamford Bridge
Changes have been proposed to the development of a former petrol station in The Square in Stamford Bridge's conservation area.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dark tale of murder and obsession is coming to York theatre
The national tour of Strangers on a Train will arrive at the Grand Opera House in York.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than 100,000 books to go on sale at Britain’s largest book fair in York
The York National Book Fair will take place over two days in York.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Pigeon Detectives announce first Bridlington Spa show for 18 years
The Pigeon Detectives are set to return to Bridlington Spa for the first time in 18 years for a major live concert.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Driffield cycling advocate wins lifetime award for 28 years of service
Julie Turner, a lifelong cycling advocate in Driffield, has been honoured with a national lifetime achievement award.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Derwent Practice announces flu and Covid vaccination clinics for autumn
Derwent Practice is preparing for the 2026 flu and COVID vaccination season, with flu clinics beginning in October.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York trauma therapy charity receives £1,000 donation from Pavers
York-based charity Survive has received a £1,000 donation to support its vital work in the community thanks to Pavers.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic York group putting friendship at heart of September events
The Oddfellows, an active group since 1810, is promoting friendship in its upcoming events.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
World’s oldest horticultural society to hold autumn show near York
The Ancient Society of York Florists will host the event on Saturday, 12 September, at Wigginton Recreation Hall.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York safety firm partners with university on sustainable growth project
York-based Ardent Limited has partnered with Leeds Beckett University to develop an intelligent business system.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York College unveils new beauty training centre after major refurbishment
A new beauty training centre and upgraded lecture theatre have been completed at York College.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Powerful drilling rig heads to York for four-kilometre geothermal well
A powerful drilling rig is en route to the University of York as part of a major project to tap into deep geothermal energy.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
What to do if you missed a copy of The Press you wanted
The Press is now offering readers a way to access past editions of the newspaper through its 'e-edition' function on its website.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:14:10 +0100
Clarkson's Farm star quits show and buys £1.7m farm of their own
A Clarkson's Farm star who quit the show has now reportedly bought a farm of their own for £1.7m.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:03:04 +0100
Homeowners warned of increase in 'aggresive' wasps this month and what not to do
Pest control experts say that wasps become more aggressive at this time of year because their food supply begins to run out

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:03:48 +0100
Asda recalls products due to 'serious chemical risk' as shoppers told stop using
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) warned that phthalates can harm the health of children, and could possibly damage reproductive systems.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:20:10 +0100
Greggs introducing new policy on popular pastry product returning after 7 years
Greggs has offered customers insurance when trying its new Steak and Stilton Bake, meaning they can get a regular Steak Bake for free

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Greggs introducing new policy on popular pastry product returning after 7 years
Greggs has offered customers insurance when trying its new Steak and Stilton Bake, meaning they can get a regular Steak Bake for free

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:11:10 +0100
Long-standing York city centre shop and Post Office set to close next month
A long-standing York city centre shop is set to close its doors next month – in a move that will also shut the city’s main post office for the second time in less than ten years.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Former York library sale paves way for new homes
The sale of the site of a former York library has been approved, paving the way for new homes there.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Beer garden plan spat between neighbouring York bars
A spat has broken out between two York bars over plans for a beer garden.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:50:00 +0100
'But is he happy?' - readers speak out on North Yorkshire billionaire aged just 25
Our story about a Harrogate college drop-out James Dacombe, of Olix, now being worth almost £1 billion attracted much reader interest.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:49:00 +0100
Powers to bar traffic from York to help stop terror attacks branded 'draconian'
Powers used during York's Christmas Market which saw Blue Badge holders and others barred from the city centre could become permanent.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:27:00 +0100
'Fantastic' reopening for North Yorkshire village pub after 13-year closure
The Appletree Country Inn at Marton reports a “fantastic” re-opening after 13 long years of closure.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:29:00 +0100
Bridge blocked in North Yorkshire resort
A landmark bridge on the North Yorkshire coast is currently fully blocked.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:17:37 +0100
Flooding in North Yorkshire village - fire crews called in
Fire crews were called to reports of flooding in a village near York last night.

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