A man who shouted insults in court was among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court

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Jack Buckworth, 34, of Robert Street in Ynysybwl, Pontypridd, was sentenced to three years and one month in prison at York Crown Court yesterday (Friday, April 24).

North Yorkshire Police has released CCTV images saying the criminal damage took place at an undisclosed location in Scarborough.

The county's fire and rescue service said a crew from Scarborough were at the scene in the town, at around 9pm last night (April 24) to assist whilst a locksmith was able to gain access to the inside of the car.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Services said crews from Easingwold, York and Acomb were called to stables in Brandsby, at around 8.45pm last night (Friday, April 24).

A “beautiful” home designed by a top architect has hit the market in Holly Terrace, York - for £675,000.

Visitors are invited to a special Community Weekend and Spring Fair at Scampston Walled Garden this Saturday and Sunday.

THE public toilets in a North Yorkshire town have reopened following a makeover.

A new commemorative garden area has opened at a Ryedale library.

Whitby is set to transformed as thousands of goths and alternative enthusiasts descend for Whitby Goth Weekend.

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Nominations are now open for The Press' Best Independent Retailer 2026 competition.

City of York Council has announced that Moor Lane level crossing in Strensall will be completely shut for railway maintenance from 11.20pm on Tuesday, April 28 until 5.55am on Wednesday, April 29.

The Met Office is predicting a mix of sunny spells and clouds across the weekend in York.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park has announced a new penguin facility at its site.

On this day in 2016, a bee hotel had a new roof installed at Three Hagges Wood-Meadow in Hollicarrs, near Escrick.

York Opera is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a performance of Johann Strauss II’s Die Fledermaus at York Theatre Royal.

Members, friends, and family of the York, Ryedale and District MS Group are taking part in a 150ft abseiling fundraising challenge in Whitby.

Skip the crowds with these hidden National Trust gems – all are free to visit, with some offering free parking too.

Are you aware of the giant 400-year-old sharks that can be found in our waters?

CONTROVERSIAL plans for a gas drilling rig near Scarborough and the North York Moors National Park have been refused by councillors.

A TALENTED teenager from York is the main character in a new film starring alongside world renowned actors Jeremy Irons and Liv Tyler.

Permission for a York house to be used as a holiday let has been refused amid claims other nearby tourist accommodation is a nuisance.

An update on the closure of an almost 300-space York car park ahead of a major redevelopment scheme has been given.

A man in his 70s has been airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after a crash on the A6055 in North Yorkshire.

York City fans travelling to Rochdale on the train for the match tomorrow will be able to enjoy additional services.

The continued use of a hotel near York Racecourse has been confirmed after almost two decades of operating.

Emergency services have been called to a serious crash on the A6055, near Thirsk in North Yorkshire.

The Press in York has launched its Best Retailer of the Year competition.

The family of Rick Oakes, from York, have received more than £1 million after his death from asbestos-related cancer.

Plans to bring a vacant York supermarket's car park back into use with 270 spaces have been dropped.

A BAR’S plan to create an outdoor drinking area at the rear of its site in North Yorkshire has been refused over the ‘unacceptable’ impact it would have on neighbouring residents.

A MAIN route in North Yorkshire will be closed overnight this weekend.

A serving prisoner is accused of attempting to murder an imam by stabbing him five times in the head and neck, a court heard.

City of York Council has announced plans to close a raft of city centre roads on Sunday, April 26, 2026, for the St George's Day Parade.

A drink driver who drove away from the court that had just banned him may never drive again, York Magistrates' Court heard.

Defendants are given various warnings when they are banned from driving. They include what you shouldn't do when the driving ban ends.

A North Yorkshire DJ and presenter has said his body 'shut down' after reacting to an increase of prescribed medication for Tourette’s syndrome

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb was called to Hudson Crescent in Clifton at around 10.15pm last night (April 23), to reports of a tree on fire.

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Pickering is to celebrate Earth Day this weekend for the fourth year running.

Senior North Yorkshire Council councillors say the controversial reconfiguration of North Yorkshire’s library network has resulted in a better service for users.

Humberside Fire and Rescue Service were called to Rudston Road in Burton Agnes around midnight (April 24) after a car hit a tree.

Rock band YES will be performing at York Barbican in 2027, as part of their anticipated Fragile UK tour.

A new play celebrating female pilots during World War Two is coming to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.

Luce and Bear, based in Harrogate and run by Lucy and Clare Bulmer, is a finalist in the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards.

Drivers in the UK are facing multiple major changes in 2026, including digital licences and rising costs.

Farming leaders and the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire recently held a meeting to explore ways to support North Yorkshire’s agricultural sector.