York Press
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:30:56 +0100LIVE - GCSE results day 2026 for York, North and East Yorkshire
GCSE results day coverage of the stories as they come in from the schools across York, North and East Yorkshire.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100'It’s a life changing event' - York care boss calls for clearer communication
A York care home manager has called for clearer communication and better support for families navigating the care system to facilitate better public understanding around how care home funding works.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Warnings as almost £10m black hole facing York Council
An almost £10 million black hole is forecast for City of York Council’s budget after it had to find a similar amount in savings last year, according to analysis.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:11:36 +0100Call for York and North Yorkshire businesses to help on leading survey
Businesses across York and North Yorkshire are urged to share their views and experiences to support important research about the region's economy.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:49:00 +0100Rare White Park cattle herd arrives at Castle Howard in 30-year scheme
A herd of rare White Park cattle has arrived to help transform 440 acres of farmland into a haven for wildlife.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:19:00 +0100Two HGV drivers stop 'hammered' drink driver after World Cup pub session
A drink driver was more than twice the legal alcohol limit the morning after he watched a World Cup in a pub with friends, York magistrates heard.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:17:00 +0100London thief stole hundreds of pounds of alcohol in York
A shoplifter travelled from London to steal hundreds of pounds of alcohol from a superstore at Monks Cross, York magistrates heard. He had no previous convictions.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100KFC seeks late-night licence for new Monks Cross branch in York
A new KFC branch in Monks Cross Drive, York, is seeking a licence to serve 'late-night refreshments' until 5am.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two-day road closure announced in Storwood as new fibre cables installed
Narrow Lane in Storwood is anticipated to be closed for two days from September 1.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100York MP says social care reform can no longer be delayed - and wants your views
York Outer MP Luke Charters says health and social care reform can no longer be delayed and is inviting people to help shape the future of care.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Easter sculpture trails raise £1,400 for youth groups in York and Haxby
Two Easter sculpture trails from Discover: Eggsplore have raised £1,400 to support youth groups in York and Haxby.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100St John Ambulance volunteers take on three-day Yorkshire cycling challenge
A group of St John Ambulance volunteers will be taking on the Great Yorkshire Pump and Pedal 2026 to raise funds for their lifesaving work.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drivers face temporary 40mph speed limit along Garrowby Hill
A temporary 40mph speed limit has been announced along Garrowby Hill starting next month.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100'They think they've seen it all but York is more than shops, cafés and cat trails'
York is more than shops, cafés and cat trails - just look up, says our lead letter writer.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Her spirit lives on' - over half a million raised in honour of York teen Millie
A charity set up in memory of a young girl has raised more than half a million pounds to support seriously ill children and their families.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100York florist celebrates hat-trick of honours after national award
Floral Elegance in Acomb, York, is celebrating a hat-trick of honours after a recent national industry award.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Award-winning North Yorkshire pub liquidates owing more than £80,000
An awarding winning village pub at Riccall in North Yorkshire has gone under, with its company owner owing more than £80,000.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Ripon Artisan Market returns with handmade treats and crafts this weekend
The Ripon Artisan Market returns to the city’s marketplace this weekend, organised by Little Bird Made.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Major sports car show set to return to Newby Hall this autumn
Newby Hall & Gardens will host the Autumn Sports Cars in the Park show on Sunday, September 6.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Goole firm supports major energy project with rapid turbine repairs
A major energy project in the Netherlands is being supported by the rapid work of Goole-based engineering firm Salko UK.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Holby City and Coronation Street star to appear in Annie at Grand Opera House
Holby City and Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney is set to star in the musical Annie at the Grand Opera House in York.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100GCSE results day in York, North and East Yorkshire - we've got it covered
Make sure to follow along with The Press as our full GCSEs results day coverage is set to take place today (August 20) and in print tomorrow.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Road in Kilnwick Percy to close for three days over safety concerns
Millington Lane in Kilnwick Percy is set to close for three days due to safety concerns.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100York study reveals social media reliance among weight-loss drug users
A new study at York St John University has revealed that nearly half of UK users of weight-loss drugs rely on social media for information.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hospitality group joins York charity to support people facing homelessness
The Hospitality Association York (HAY) has partnered with HOPING York Street Kitchen to deliver regular meals and support for people in need.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:44:00 +0100Sweet boxes contained illegal vapes and dodgy tobacco, York court told
North Yorkshire consumer watchdogs found illegal vapes and counterfeit tobacco hidden in sweet boxes in a store that put profit above public safety.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:19:54 +0100Luxury UK property developer enters administration as house prices dramatically fall
A luxury property developer based in London has collapsed into administration.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:14:04 +01002026 GCSE grade boundaries revealed for AQA, OCR, Edexcel and WJEC
Each subject and exam board has its own set of grade boundaries, determining the minimum number of marks required to achieve each grade.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100I retook a GCSE maths test 11 years later - was my A* grade just a fluke?
I decided to test just how much of GCSE maths I remember, and retake a past paper 11 years on. But how did I get on?
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:03:41 +0100Sex offender with links to North Yorkshire wanted for requirements breach
North Yorkshire Police are searching for a man with links to Scarborough who has breached his Registered Sex Offender notification requirements.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:06:45 +0100Police launch search for missing York woman
North Yorkshire Police have launched a search for a missing woman from York.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:55:19 +0100Body found in North Yorkshire following search for missing woman
A body found by a member of public in North Yorkshire is believed to be of missing Tracey Smith.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0100Nearly £400k spent on upkeep of disused private school near York since closure
Almost £400,000 has been spent on the upkeep of the former Queen Margaret's School, in Escrick near York, by administrators following its sudden closure in 2025.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:31:00 +0100Woman charged with 'glassing' another woman in daytime city centre street incident
A woman accused of carrying out a daytime "glassing" in the city centre on another woman has appeared before York Magistrates' Court.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:40:50 +0100Council drops court case after Travellers leave York school playing fields
A Traveller encampment at All Saints RC School's playing fields has come to an end.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100'Vital step'- expansion of free bus travel welcomed in York
The expansion of free bus travel for disabled people has been welcomed in York.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:36:19 +0100Firefighters tackle blaze in North Yorkshire woods
A crew is dealing with a wood fire in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:55:31 +0100When York store is set to close after transformation gets go ahead
New details have emerged about the future of a store in York following the approval of changes to the building.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:42:51 +0100Facilities for 'fast growing' sport 'insufficient' in York
Courts for a sport which is rapidly growing in popularity in the UK could be coming to a York gym under new plans.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Flagship store of 'world-respected' retailer planned for York
A retailer is planning to open its flagship store in England in York.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire advertising agency liquidates owing £3,600
An advertising agency in North Yorkshire has voluntarily liquidated owing £3,600.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100Major North Yorkshire railway station redevelopment deferred
A MAJOR station gateway redevelopment has been deferred in a North Yorkshire town over concerns about public drop-off facilities.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:49:13 +0100EasyJet pulls out of Leeds Bradford Airport with flights axed
easyJet has announced it will stop flying from Leeds Bradford Airport.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:48:49 +0100Seafront restaurant and café wants chairs and tables outside
A SEAFRONT restaurant and café in a popular North Yorkshire resort has applied for a pavement licence from the council.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:01:46 +0100Demolition of seafront chip shop and café
A SEAFRONT fish and chip shop, café, and public toilet is set to be demolished in a popular coastal town in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:21:38 +0100Search for suspicious vehicles after quadbike and chainsaw stolen
SIGHTINGS of suspicious vehicles are being sought following a burgalry in a North Yorkshire village.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0100PICTURES - Queen visits York Racecourse to meet community's 'unsung heroes'
The Queen has visited York Racecourse today to meet 'unsung heroes' of the racing community.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100Recruitment firm near York enters voluntary liquidation owing over £20,000
Pocklington-based Opus Recruitment Ltd has entered voluntary liquidation.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100York luxury spa shortlisted for three national awards - months after reopening
SubRosa at The Grand in York has been shortlisted for three national awards just months after reopening.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Library service ‘doesn’t know’ how many of 100,000 fines have been paid
The county council which operates more than 40 libraries across North Yorkshire does not know how many people are banned from its sites.