York Press
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'It's a magical space!' - new shop to open in York landmark
The Yorkshire Soap Company and Imaginarium owners are opening a new shop in Monk Bar.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:49:00 +0100Two drivers banned and man sentenced for racial offence at Scarborough court
Two drivers were banned and a man who committed a racial offence were among defendants sentenced recently at Scarborough Magistrates Court.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:32:22 +0100Popular York brunch cafe to open second city centre venue next week
The popular Rise cafe has announced the opening of its second site in York.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:15:00 +010090s rockstar gears up for one-off summer show in North Yorkshire
Richard Ashcroft at Scarborough is just one highlight in a top-drawer week of entertainment across York and North Yorkshire
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sunshine and highs of 27C forecast across York this weekend
The Met Office has forecast a warm and sunny weekend across York.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100REVEALED - The Press Best Chippy 2026 winner is...
It's official – the votes are in, and we can now reveal the best chippy in York.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Why this report on York public loos is - well, a lot of 'number two'!
Our letter writer is not impressed with this report into public toilet provision in the city - do you agree?
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Giant duck to land in North Yorkshire with chance to win UK hotel breaks
GIANT DUCK LANDS IN HELMSLEY WITH CHANCE TO WIN A YEAR'S WORTH OF UK BREAKS
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Family attraction near Malton to reopen with summer activities
Woldies, a seasonal attraction near Malton, is set to open its doors for the summer.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Meet the new editor of The Press and Gazette & Herald
Ben Hardy is the new editor in York having moved from the Oxford Mail in Newsquest. He was previously a senior reporter in Norwich, Norfolk.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100We try 'best' North Yorkshire fish and chips cafe – was top-chef James Martin right?
Fish and chips is a must on a day out at the seaside - this week we review the much-loved Magpie cafe at Whitby. Is it as good as they say?
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in York this weekend, according to petrolprices.com.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Armed Forces Day celebrated across York with tribute and activities
City of York Council is marking Armed Forces Day today (June 27) with a flag-raising tribute and a week of activities.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Kris Brining: From York rugby professional to new life as a financial planner
York-based PenLife Associates has celebrated seven years of a former rugby professional making an inspirational journey to become a successful Independent Financial Planner.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100PICTURES - New Mediterranean bar and restaurant opens in York city centre
A new restaurant which strives to unite the countries in the Mediterranean under one roof has opened its doors in a busy York street.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New £5,000 grant launched to support Yorkshire small businesses
A new funding scheme by One Stop Business Finance is offering Yorkshire SMEs the chance to secure a no-strings-attached cash boost.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fabulous walk with 2 iconic landmarks and stunning sea and moorland views
This week's lovely walk on the edge of the North York Moors allows you to enjoy Captain Cook's monument and Roseberry Topping
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'We've been lighting a fire here for 150 years' - unique side-effect of Whitby trade
Traditional methods passed down through one family and used in the same premises of a business in a North Yorkshire town bring about a unique side-effect thanks to a visible and aromatic part of the process, its owner said.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Royal Velvet returns to York chasing Group 3 success this weekend
Royal Velvet, trained by William Knight, is set to return to York this weekend for a shot at Group race glory.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Everything to know before York Racecourse's Summer Music Saturday
York Racecourse is set for a thrilling Saturday with a blend of racing and music from Becky Hill.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:13:47 +0100Regional leaders called to urgent talks on asylum seeker plans for Linton-on-Ouse
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire David Skaith and senior city councillors are being urged to join North Yorkshire councillors in urgent talks.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100HMRC personal allowance changes for pensioners debated by MPs in parliament
Pressure is mounting to increase the HMRC personal allowance after MPs debated whether pensioners should avoid paying tax on their state pension.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Is it illegal to pick flowers in the UK? Law expert issues warning
While gathering a handful of blooms may seem harmless, legal experts have warned that picking flowers
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:58:01 +0100Missing teen in North Yorkshire coastal town UPDATE
Police have found a missing teenage girl last seen in North Yorkshire.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:35:27 +0100Council leader hits out at 'shock' proposal to house asylum seekers at RAF base
North Yorkshire Council's leader Cllr Carl Les has hit out against the government proposal to house asylum seekers in a former RAF base near York.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:30:24 +0100Warning issued after HGV becomes stuck under York road bridge
Police have warned people to avoid a main York road after a articulated lorry has become stuck under a bridge.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:48:00 +0100WATCH - Lorry stuck under bridge in main York road
A lorry has become wedged under a bridge in a main road in York.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:34:18 +0100North Yorkshire Police aids search for missing 12-year-old boy
Police have extended the search for a missing 12-year-old with links to Humberside.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100Delivery driver had cleaver held at his throat while acting as good Samaritan
A delivery driver feared he was about to be killed when a meat cleaver was held at his throat during his round, York Crown Court heard.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:21:32 +0100Fire and rescue called to flooded street in North Yorkshire coastal town
Multiple fire engines have been called to Victoria Square in Whitby, Yorkshire, which has flooded after heavy rain this morning.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:32:12 +0100Dismay over new plans to house asylum seekers at former RAF base in North Yorkshire
Political leaders in North Yorkshire have reacted with dismay to a new plan to create an asylum centre at a former RAF base.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New sports club's alcohol bid ahead of York opening in weeks
A sports club set to open in York in the coming weeks has lodged a bid for on-site alcohol sales.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:18:36 +0100Main road in North Yorkshire closed after incident
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is currently closed due to an incident.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0100Youngsters celebrate as proms take place across York and North Yorkshire
Teenagers are dressed in their finest for school proms - as our gallery of photos show
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire level crossing may be closed for good after near-miss involving child
A pedestrian level crossing in North Yorkshire may close for good after a series of incidents including a near-miss with a child.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:58:00 +0100Historic York church to host art exhibition during summer fête
An art exhibition at Bolton Percy Church will coincide with the annual summer fête this weekend.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:25:54 +0100Readers react to MP’s ‘warfare not welfare’ comments
READERS of The Press have reacted after a North Yorkshire MP called on the Government to cut welfare spending and instead “fund warfare”
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:20:38 +0100Drones could be used to monitor North Yorkshire coast in erosion battle
DRONES could be deployed on the North Yorkshire coast to monitor coastal erosion as part of a Government-funded scheme.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:31:27 +0100Man accused of sexual offences on the run after failing to attend court
A man who allegedly committed sexual offences is on the run after failing to attend Harrogate Magistrates Court.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:12:02 +0100HGV recovered after becoming stuck under York bridge
An HGV has been recovered after becoming stuck under a York bridge earlier today.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Popular York supermarket to reopen next month after major renovation
A popular York supermarket is set to reopen next month after a renovation.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100By-election date set after councillor's sudden resignation
A DATE has been set for a by-election to replace a Reform councillor who resigned in North Yorkshire.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Reports say much-loved Sam Smith's pub is set to reopen in York in July
A much-loved Sam Smith's pub in York is said to be reopening shortly after being closed for nearly two years.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:03:33 +0100WATCH- Water 'gushes' down street in York suburb after pipe bursts
A water pipe has burst in a York suburb with gallons of water rushing down the street.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:59:38 +0100New weather warning for thunderstorms issued for North Yorkshire
A FURTHER warning for thunderstorms has been issued for North Yorkshire this afternoon on which is predicted to be the hottest day of the current heatwave.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:21:40 +0100Well-known North Yorkshire firm to run recruitment open day tomorrow
After the success of its first two Jobs Open Days the well-known North Yorkshire sausage manufacturer HECK! is staging a third such event tomorrow (Saturday).
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:07:50 +0100Fish and chip restaurant granted midnight alcohol licence despite rat worries
A SOON to be open fish and chip restaurant has been granted a licence to serve alcohol until midnight in a North Yorkshire town.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100Chart star to perform intimate set at York event - how to get tickets
A top singer-songwriter is set to headline a major men’s mental health event in York this summer - how to get tickets.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0100York comedian takes on Superhero Triathlon for rare disease charity
Visually impaired comedian Ian Wood is taking part in a super-powered challenge to raise awareness and funds for The Lily Foundation.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:22:23 +0100Pedestrian injured after crash with Land Rover Discovery in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police are investigating a crash involving a pedestrian and a black Land Rover Discovery in Low Street, Sherburn in Elmet.