York Press

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:53:00 +0000
York sex offender given suspended prison sentence by magistrates
October 6 York

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:03:36 +0000
Vehicle engulfed in flames as North Yorkshire as firefighters rush to scene
Firefighters have been called to a vehicle fire in Whitby.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 08:46:27 +0000
Police launch appeal after 'theft' at North Yorkshire restaurant
North Yorkshire Police has launched an investigation into an alleged theft from the Abbey Wharfe restaurant in Whitby.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Stunning York townhouse hits the market – have a look inside
A stunning townhouse in Scarcroft Road, York, has hit the market in one of the city’s most sought-after locations - for £850,000.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Decision to reject expansion of factory into community woodland defended
North Yorkshire Council has confirmed it will defend its decision to reject plans to expand a Harrogate water bottling factory into community woodland.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Town 'under siege' as plans for 285 more homes lodged
Plans have been submitted for another major housing development on the outskirts of Harrogate, Yorkshire.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York construction company liquidates with nearly £200,000 of debts
York construction firm Profix Trades Ltd entered liquidation on October 14 with a £194,416 deficit, owing HMRC and unsecured creditors nearly £206,000.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Only York locals can pronounce this street name correctly. Can you?
From medieval horse fairs to civil war destruction, Gillygate has a remarkable history and a pronunciation that confuses newcomers

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Emmerdale star leads cast of gripping stage thriller coming to York
Strangers on a Train, a stage adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s novel, will run at the Grand Opera House in York next year.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Archbishop of York takes message of hope during international visits
The Archbishop of York has completed a visit to Australia and Hong Kong to help encourage the sharing of the gospel.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Scarborough-produced podcast becomes global success in 83 countries
In Recovery, a podcast produced in Scarborough, has become a global success, reaching audiences in more than 83 countries.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Quaint North Yorkshire market town that readers would love to retire to
Leyburn is a quaint North Yorkshire town found close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park that might be perfect for retirement.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:30:00 +0000
Council vows to defend refusal of factory plans to expand into community woodland
North Yorkshire Council has confirmed it will defend its decision to reject plans to expand a Harrogate water bottling factory into community woodland.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:56:55 +0000
Morrisons unveils Goldilocks and the Three Bears Christmas advert with a twist
Morrisons’ Christmas advert reimagines Goldilocks and the Three Bears with a festive food campaign supporting Marie Curie.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:04:32 +0000
ITV’s The Chase star reveals he was mugged in train station ordeal
The Chase star Shaun Wallace, known as The Dark Destroyer, reveals his backpack was stolen at London’s St Pancras International after returning from Paris.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 06:05:00 +0000
'Scenic' Yorkshire spot home to England's highest cascading waterfall
Cautley Spout is England's highest cascading waterfall and is well worth a visit if you are exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:17:49 +0000
Police called to protest in centre of York - as it happened
North Yorkshire Police has been called to a protest in St Helen's Square York.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:51:55 +0000
Police cordon placed around home in quiet residential street in York
A police cordon has been placed around the entrance of a home in Ebor Street, York.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:48:31 +0000
Do you recognise this man? Police investigate alleged threats to veterinary staff
North Yorkshire Police is investigating reports that staff at Vets4Pets were threatened in Harrogate.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000
'Anywhere is better than the street': Homeless in York back shipping container homes
People experiencing homelessness in York have welcomed plans to explore shipping container homes, arguing any safe shelter beats sleeping rough.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
I was 'frozen' to -126°C: Inside York's first cryotherapy chamber
From cryotherapy colder than Antarctica to Reformer Pilates and facial reflexology – my marathon day at York's new Flourish centre

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Letters:' Henry Nowak's family deserve truth and justice'
York readers debate the Henry Nowak murder inquiry, institutional accountability, Donald Trump, Pete Hegseth, the Iran war and Vladimir Putin

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Walk to cave where bones from hippos, rhinos, elephants and bear were discovered
IT may be 10 miles but the paths are excellent on the Settle Loop and the scenery spectacular - perfect for a weekend walk

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:11:12 +0000
Michelin-trained chef launches healthy deli and takeaway in North Yorkshire
A Michelin-trained chef, Luke Mills, has opened a new healthy deli and takeaway, Sprout & Crumb, in Ripon.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 10:38:08 +0000
Best secondary schools in North Yorkshire revealed in new GCSE rankings
All 41 North Yorkshire secondary schools ranked by their latest GCSE Attainment 8 scores. See which schools topped the Department for Education tables.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 10:33:00 +0000
Cannabis grower among defendants sentenced recently by Scarborough magistrates
A cannabis grower, a thug who hit two women and two who defied court orders were among defendants sentenced recently at Scarborough Magistrates Court.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 10:16:07 +0000
‘Even the smell takes me back’: 85-year-old reunited with beloved Morris Minor
Driffield Care Home has helped turn back the clock for one of its residents by reuniting him with a classic car similar to one he owned nearly 70 years ago.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 09:59:40 +0000
Historic Sam Smiths pub set to reopen in North Yorkshire after more than 3 years
The Jolly Sailors, near Whitby Harbour, is set to re-open today after more than three years.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 07:00:00 +0000
‘Exquisite’ York home with impressive garden hits the market – have a look inside
An “exquisite” home in Woodthorpe, York, with an impressive garden has hit the market - for £850,000.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire actor James Norton appears as topless Santa in M&S Xmas advert
James Norton has swapped the Santa suit for something a little less traditional.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Essential repairs to begin on steep North Yorkshire road after landslip
Essential repairs are set to begin on a stretch of road following a landslip.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Castle Howard in North Yorkshire gets Christmas ready with huge 26ft tree
A towering 26-foot Christmas tree now stands in the Great Hall.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York author seeks £2 donations to give away 2,000 children’s books this Christmas
York children’s author Karen Langtree seeks £2 donations to give up to 2,000 Christmas books to charities, hospitals and families in need via a GoFundMe page.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Door business enters liquidation owing almost £300,000
A UK construction installation business in Yorkshire has entered liquidation with debts approaching £300,000.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
From Dame Judi Dench to Guy Fawkes: The A-Z of York's famous faces
From Dame Judi Dench and Mark Addy to Guy Fawkes and Joseph Rowntree, discover the famous names whose lives, careers and legacies are linked to York

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
REVIEW: Is this wonderful York carvery a victim of its own success?
Review: Lysander Arms carvery in Rawcliffe, York, serves generous, tasty Sunday roasts at good value, but queues and food temperature let service down.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
National treasure Gareth Malone invites fans for a sing-a-long in York
Charles Hutchinson highlights this week's November gems in his what's on guide for York this week

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Emergency governing board appointed at Whitby School after council intervention
AN emergency governing board has been appointed at Whitby School after intervention by North Yorkshire Council and approval from the Department for Education.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
York couple reveal £2m vision for arts hub, gallery and cafe at former school site
The York couple behind a £2 million arts hub and cafe have revealed plans for their transformation of a former York school site

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
‘I have banned House of the Rising Sun’ - York’s vibrant open mic night scene
York's vibrant open mic night scene means you're never from live entertainment.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 09:45:00 +0000
Free bus passes delayed for another group as State Pension age rises
The State Pension age rise means many people in England will wait longer for a free bus pass. Check the new qualifying ages and how the rules differ.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Thirsk authors reveal plans to turn fantasy novels into television series
The Moonstone Legacy Quartet, a series of novels by Thirsk-based Tony Wild and Diana de Gunzburg, could become a major TV production.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around York this weekend, according to petrolprices.com.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
One week left to see major art exhibition at York Gallery
People have one week left to view the Aesthetica Art Prize exhibition at York Art Gallery.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across York businesses
The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for York restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Children's play area in Pocklington reopens after major upgrade
Pocklington Town Council has finished improvement works at the Broadmanor play area.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Yorkshire commercial property expert launches new consultancy
Claire Murphy has established Claire Murphy Consulting Limited to provide strategic advice to developers, investors, and funders.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Village pub could be brought back to life with coffee, pizza and ice cream plan
North Stainley’s closed Staveley Arms near Ripon could host coffee, pizza and ice cream trailers, as plans emerge for 145 new homes in the village.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire walk with England's 'finest' view named best in the county
Sutton Bank has been named as the best walk in North Yorkshire by The Telegraph - see why.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:36:46 +0000
UK could be hit by Arctic air later this month as polar vortex weakens
Met Office warns a weakening polar vortex could bring Arctic air and wintry weather to the UK later this month.

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