York Press
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:05:56 +0100Motorway approached from York and North Yorkshire re-opens after crash this morning
National Highways said two lanes of the M1 southbound at junction 46 were closed this morning after a crash.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0100Show home opens at major new development in York
Persimmon's Germany Beck Development in Fulford will see 650 new homes built in total upon completion, with less than 200 homes now left to build.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:18:04 +0100Man arrested after woman assaulted near bus stop in North Yorkshire
A man in his 50s has been arrested for the alleged assault of a woman near a bus stop in Whitby.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0100New aparthotel set to open in York this month
Micklegate Aparthotel is set to open later this month creating 12 full-time and four part-time jobs.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Darker stories and top guest stars - cast of York-based drama reveal what's to come
Popular York-based drama Patience is set to feature darker storylines and a series of top guest stars, according to the cast.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Dangerous drivers going wrong way down road' due to York Hospital traffic
Drivers have been travelling the wrong way down the road due to congestion near York Hospital, a councillor has claimed.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100Woman living in city centre doorway made up to £34,970 in drug deals, court told
A drug dealer who lived in a doorway in Coney Street sent bulk messages advertising heroin and cocaine and netted up to £34,970, a York court heard.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:25:20 +0100Up to 180 homes approved for North Yorkshire village
A major new housing scheme of up to 180 homes has been approved at the southern edge of South Milford.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:57:52 +0100North Yorkshire pub to close this weekend for £150,000 new look and new name
A Scarborough pub is to close this weekend for a £150,000 refurbishment, which will also include a new name.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:39:29 +0100Large household and garden waste fire deliberately started in North Yorkshire village
The county's fire and rescue service said a crew from Selby was called to Common Lane in Burn around 9pm yesterday (Wednesday, June 3).
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:35:00 +0100Fire in York suburb thought to have been started deliberately
The county's fire and rescue service said a crew from York was called to Rawdon Avenue in Tang Hall around 7.35pm yesterday (Wednesday, June 3)
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:13:00 +0100'York at its most imaginative and alive' - popular city tradition to return
A centuries-old tradition will once again bring York’s streets to life this summer as the Mystery Plays return
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:04:00 +01003 ways to improve parking at York Hospital
Our letter writer suggests ways to improve parking at York Hospital
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:01:31 +0100Arsonists deliberately spark fire to York bird hide
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from the city station and from Acomb were called to Lakeside Way in Heslington around 5.45pm yesterday (Wednesday, June 3).
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:49:00 +0100'Another twist in the tale' as SPARK:York lodge plans for Piccadilly site
Our letter writers share views on SPARK: York's revamp plans
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100One of the country's best-loved wine experts to visit North Yorkshire market town
ONE of the country's best-loved wine experts is visiting Malton this month for an evening of wine, mystery and conversation.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:50:15 +0100Police issue update after Bank Holiday weekend drugs raid in coastal Yorkshire town
Police in Bridlington have seized suspected class A drugs worth around £12,000 during a raid carried out over the late May bank holiday weekend.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New cultural partnerships emerge from Pocklington 2028 bid effort
Pocklington’s UK Town of Culture 2028 bid is just the beginning of a wider effort to boost long-term cultural development in the town.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100York author retraces family history in new book about Java pilgrimage
Sarah Etty-Leal has self-published "Letters to You, Charles," which details her journey to visit the first mill of her great-great-great-grandfather.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100English Civil War re-enactment to bring history to life at Marston Moor
The Sealed Knot, one of the UK’s oldest re-enactment societies, will bring history to life with skirmishes and activities in York.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Professor appointed governor of York Merchant Adventurers
Professor Sarah Brown will head the Company of Merchant Adventurers of the City of York for 2026–2027.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Well-known face to present music event in Yorkshire park this summer
An evening of live orchestral music presented by a well known face is set to bring classical magic to a Yorkshire park this summer.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100York council refers itself to watchdog after data breach
City of York Council has referred itself to the Information Commissioner's Office after a data breach that saw a list of blue badge holders shared by mistake.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Artisan markets return to Knaresborough and Harrogate this weekend
Little Bird Made markets are hosting a weekend of open-air markets in two Yorkshire towns.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Comedian who handed former prime minister a P45 heading to York with new show
Simon Brodkin will bring his Unleashed tour to the York Barbican on Sunday, March 14, 2027.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Once-in-a-lifetime' event set to attract thousands to North Yorkshire town
Thousands are set to flock to a North Yorkshire town for a 'once-in-a-lifetime' national event.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100East Riding Council announces £100,000 funding boost for youth projects
The Our Place – Youth Fund, backed by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, is offering £100,000 to youth community groups, charities, and organisations.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire town councillor selected for England in Backyard Ultra event
Norton-on-Derwent town councillor Joshua Vale has been chosen to represent England at the Four Nations Backyard Ultra Championship.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Much-loved chippy that can cater for weddings in Press contest
A much-loved chippy that’s even able to host weddings is today’s contender in a Press competition.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bridlington Spa to host landmark 20th Northern Soul Weekender
The Northern Soul Weekender will take place at Bridlington Spa later this month.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100York law firm expands team with announcement of new partner
Wilkin Chapman Rollits has appointed Dean Hill as a partner to its York office.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Ripon Grammar School names new head boy and head girl for year ahead
Will Renton and Amelia Briggs will take on their new roles at Ripon Grammar School, supported by a team of 13 deputies.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100York road closures announced as filming and major works get underway
Here are the latest public notices announced across York.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100World record holder and ultra-endurance athlete brings new show to Pocklington
World record holder and ultra-endurance athlete Sean Conway is set to visit Pocklington to share his inspirational story.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Harrogate's top hospitality professionals celebrated at annual awards
The Harrogate Hospitality and Tourism Awards returned for an evening of celebration at Harrogate's Royal Hall.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Well-known York businessman, radio presenter and town crier declared bankrupt
Ben Fry, a well-known and popular face of York, who co-founded one of the city's most iconic companies, has been declared bankrupt.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Army veteran crashes into three cars while reversing out of driveway
An Army veteran who crashed into three cars as he reversed out of his driveway had to have his car keys taken off him, York magistrates heard.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:37:30 +0100Asda to cut 1000 jobs as supermarket chain makes further push into automation
Asda is undergoing a major restructuring of its logistics operations, which will see more roles replaced or redefined by automated and robotic systems.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:35:59 +0100Flight cancellation rule change promises UK passengers 'proper compensation'
The UK Government has published details of the bill to 'modernise aviation and better protect passengers'.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:35:15 +0100Asda shoppers slam supermarket's 'wasteful' World Cup shirt offer
While the scheme has attracted criticism, some shoppers have supported Asda’s approach
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:32:53 +0100Asda to cut 1000 jobs as supermarket chain makes further push into automation
Asda is undergoing a major restructuring of its logistics operations, which will see more roles replaced or redefined by automated and robotic systems.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:24:00 +0100Asda shoppers slam supermarket's 'wasteful' World Cup shirt offer
While the scheme has attracted criticism, some shoppers have supported Asda’s approach
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:49:31 +0100Emmerdale star set to leave show in storyline that will shock ITV viewers
A major storyline on Emmerdale will take a dramatic turn involving a shocking new development.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0100Outdoor bar next to medieval ruins in York takes step forward
Plans for an outdoor bar next to medieval ruins in York have taken a step forward.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:39:25 +0100Date for the opening of new bookshop in York announced
The date for the opening of a new bookshop in York has been revealed.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0100Attention turns indoors as York's air pollution figures celebrated
The latest air pollution figures for York have been welcomed as attention turns to emissions produced indoors.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:55:40 +0100Person assaulted after trying to help woman on North Yorkshire bus
A person has been assaulted after attempting to help a woman on a bus in Whitby.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100York mum's desperate plea after daughter becomes stranded in Kenyan hospital
A York mother has made a desperate appeal to help bring her daughter home after she became stranded in a Kenyan hospital nearly two months ago.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100Refurb of York pub including with new outdoor bar moves forward
The revamp of a York pub including with a new outdoor bar has taken a step forward.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:20:00 +0100Pivotal role for well-known manufacturer saved from administration
York Handmade Brick company is celebrating its role supplying tens of thousands of bricks for the Hawthorn Fields development in Rufforth.