York Press

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
'How we restored the pond at this jewel in York's wildlife crown'
DAVE POWELL describes how Yorkshire Wildlife Trust restored the Askham Bog pond

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 08:44:32 +0000
Fearsome Krampus figures descend on North Yorkshire coastal town – in pictures
Krampus figures have descended on Whitby as the fearsome Krampus run returns for the festive season.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 08:07:24 +0000
Car left on side after crashing into tree in North Yorkshire
A car was left on its side after crashing into a tree in Harrogate.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:15:00 +0000
Woman who lost leg in 'devastating' tractor crash helps NHS blood appeal
A woman from North Yorkshire who received lifesaving blood transfusions after being hit by a tractor has joined the NHS in its plea for donations.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Founder of York Art Workers Association shares his experiences at meeting
The founder of York Art Workers Association (YAWA), Professor Peter Burman, recently addressed its monthly meeting.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Bakery in coastal North Yorkshire town reopens with new 'premium' look
A bakery in a coastal North Yorkshire town has reopened after undergoing an extensive refurb.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
York crowned UK’s best spot for chocolate lovers this Christmas - home of Terry’s
Find out why York has been named Britain's best spot for chocolate lovers this year when it comes to Christmas shopping - taste 'heaven in a cup'

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Plans to demolish and rebuild popular seafront café near Whitby
A seafront café in Sandsend near Whitby has submitted plans for the demolition of its building and construction of an extended property.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Dangerous' paedophile went 'off grid' in North Yorkshire, court hears
A “dangerous” paedophile went “off grid” in North Yorkshire with a paedophile manual and thousands of indecent images of children, a York court heard.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Child abuse fears rise during Christmas holidays, new poll shows
A new poll commissioned by the NSPCC reveals that more than two-thirds of adults believe children are at greater risk of abuse during the Christmas holidays.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Village residents raise more than £700 to help keep Iron Age objects on show in York
Residents of Melsonby where a “once-in-a-lifetime discovery” of Iron Age artefacts was made have raised more than £700 to help keep the items on show in York.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Soldier guilty of road rage that left woman 'too scared to drive any further'
A North Yorkshire soldier's road rage left a lone woman driver "too scared to drive any further", York Magistrates' Court heard.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The 2 cheap and useful items that can help save up to £85 a year on energy bills
Draught-proofing strips and single-sided adhesive foam tape can help stop draughts and contribute to energy bills savings, experts have shared

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Popular children's attraction near York welcomes Santa
William’s Den, in North Cave, has welcomed the arrival of Father Christmas.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Fast-growing tech start-up scoops prestigious New Business of the Year Award
A fast-growing tech start-up has won the New Business of the Year Award at The Press Business Awards 2025 for its pioneering work in travel retail.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:49:40 +0000
York and North Yorkshire MPs urge people to ‘back our small businesses’
Rachael Maskell MP and Kevin Hollinrake MP have urged people to shop locally this festive season.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:16:00 +0000
Rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield inspires York club in walking challenge fundraiser
Rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield has inspired the Burton Lane Club in York to take part in a walking challenge for the MND Association.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 11:50:00 +0000
No wider risk to public after armed police kill dog following attack in York - cllr
A York ward councillor has said there is no wider risk to the public after armed police killed a dog following an attack in the Bellhouse Way area of Foxwood.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:56:00 +0000
How York showed 'strength, ambition and collaborative spirit'
The York Business Festival once again demonstrated the strength, ambition, and collaborative spirit of our city and regional business community.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:48:00 +0000
'Where do Labour expect the bricks for new homes to come from - Legoland?'
Our letter writer asks: 'Where do Labour expect bricks to come from - Legoland?'

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:33:00 +0000
How the York Pageant of 1909 brought the city's history to life
Our look back at how the Historical Pageant of 1909 brought York history to life

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:10:00 +0000
Three jailed for shoplifting at York Magistrates' Court
One thief who made racial insults and another who assaulted a man were among three shoplifters jailed at York Magistrates' Court recently.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:49:00 +0000
Our pick of fab things to do in and around York from today
A guide to what's on in the York area from today by arts writer Charles Hutchinson

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
FULL LIST: York and North Yorkshire restaurants commended in prestigious food guide
North Yorkshire has been celebrated as a foodie hotspot in a popular restaurant guide’s 2026 edition.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
'Rocking Rudolph' to bring Christmas cheer to York communities
Dewent Lion's Rocking Rudolph is set to visit villages across York on the build up to Christmas.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire manufacturer built on grit and family values scoops top award
A leading manufacturing business built on grit and family values has scooped a top accolade at The Press Business Awards 2025.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:08:42 +0000
Woman 'trapped' by her own car after it rolled back as she got out
A woman has been left "trapped" by her own car in Knaresborough after it rolled back as she got out of it, the fire service said.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:53:46 +0000
Chimney fire in North Yorkshire town – crews on the scene
Emergency services have been called to a chimney fire in Goslip Terrace, Pickering.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
'Lonely' cottage on York traffic island is back on the market – with a new price
A “lonely” cottage next to York Racecourse is back on the market – with a new price.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:39:00 +0000
Weekend Yorkshire walk that inspired legendary book and film
This weekend's walk invites you to follow in the footsteps of the Brontes in Haworth

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:14:00 +0000
North Yorkshire town market celebrates 771st year with festive event
A NORTH Yorkshire town is celebrating the 771st anniversary of its market.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:10:00 +0000
New pop-up shop chosen by visitors and shoppers opens in market town
A NEW pop-up shop which was chosen by shoppers and visitors has opened in Malton.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire author's new book reveals untold women stories in 1980s AIDS epidemic
A NORTH Yorkshire author has written a new book telling the untold women’s stories from the AIDS epidemic.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:41:00 +0000
FOOD REVIEW: This 'great catch' of a village pub will leave you 'tickled pink'
Growing up in Wetherby, I would often visit the former Chequers Inn at nearby Bilton-on-Ainsty with my parents.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire school named the best for academic excellence fifth year running
Queen Ethelburga’s College has been crowned Independent School of the Year for Academic Excellence in the North for the fifth year running.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
York MP praises school students during UK Parliament Week visit
Rachael Maskell, MP for York Central, visited Archbishop Holgate’s School and praised "the engagement" of students.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Railway workers helped find more than 120 missing people in the past year
LNER rail workers have helped locate more than 120 missing people in the past 12 months.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Free health checks for some 40 to 74 year olds in York to continue
Free health checks offered to some people aged 40 to 74-year-old are set to continue.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Fake online adverts in York seek to 'undermine democracy and community cohesion'
Fake online adverts promoting fictitious City of York Council initiatives have been condemned by the authority's leader.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Disappointing' lack of increases in yearly bus cash - as North Yorkshire gets £40m
York and North Yorkshire’s mayor has welcomed almost £41 million in Government bus funding over the coming years - but said a lack of yearly increases is disappointing.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
York to host Britain's strong men and women championships next year
The city of York is set to become the epicentre of the strength world once again by hosting Britain's strongest men and women's events in July.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Nearly 10,000 extra services per year to be added in York East Coast Line
Rail bosses in York are preparing for nearly 10,000 extra services per year along the East Coast Main Line.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
World-famous engine to set out for special excursion from York later this month
A world-famous train is set to return to the East Coast Mainline later this month.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
VOTE: Last chance to choose your favourite coffee shop in York
It's your last chance to vote for the coffee shop that perks up your day in a Press contest.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'World-famous' North Yorkshire 1940s pie shop is like 'stepping back in time'
This 'world-famous' 1940s pie shop in Whitby, North Yorkshire is a 'little gem' that's like 'stepping back in time in the best possible way'

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
More than £50k cash boost to support premature babies and their families in York
A more than £50,000 cash boost from the York Register office will help support premature babies and their families in York.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Arrogant, rude and abusive' company director assaulted police officer in York
"Arrogant, rude, abusive” company director Marek Nelken assaulted a police officer during a drunken encounter on Ouse Bridge in York, a court heard.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
What will the weather be like in York this weekend?
Here's your weekend weather forecast from the Met Office

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:44:00 +0000
Motoring experts issue headlight warning to British drivers amid winter freeze
A warning has been issued against the use of automatic headlights this winter from the motoring experts at John Clark Motor Group.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:39:00 +0000
UK drivers face £2500 fines amid snow and ice Met Office weather warning
After reports suggest the UK will be hit by a 'snow bomb' soon, motoring experts have warned Brits about potentially huge fines.

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