York Press
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Essential safety feature' move at York Station gets go ahead
THE relocation of a safety feature at York Station so that staff can see it better has been approved.
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:47:31 +0100Main road in North Yorkshire town closed to traffic for two days
A MAIN road in a North Yorkshire town is closed this morning (Monday).
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:36:13 +0100Tenants to leave North Yorkshire village pub but 'it's not the end of the road'
The tenants of a community-owned village pub between Ripon and Boroughbridge have announced they are leaving, blaming an ‘unsustainable’ business model.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:45:00 +0100Protest planned outside York Crown Court today - here's what's going on
People are taking to the streets in protest to defend the right to be trial by jury.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:30:00 +0100Beverley councillor elected as new East Riding of Yorkshire Council chairman
Cllr Linda Johnson, who has represented St Mary's ward in Beverley for the Liberal Democrats since 2019 was chosen at May's annual general meeting of the county council on Thursday May 14.
Mon, 18 May 2026 07:05:04 +0100Firefighters called to York house filled with smoke
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from York and Acomb were called out to Whitehorn Close in Huntington around 8pm last night (Sunday, May 17).
Mon, 18 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Tech firm near York owed over £1 million before it was sold in pre-pack sale
An Easingwold information and communications company left debts topping £1 million, according to an administrator’s report posted on the Companies House website.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Where is the best chippy in York? It's time to have your say
The search is on to find York and North Yorkshire’s best chippy - and it’s time for you to have your say.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Much-loved York city centre business closes after almost four decades
A York city centre business which has been open for close to 40 years has closed its doors.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Construction underway at popular York venue ahead of summer opening
Preparations are underway at a popular pop-up York city centre venue set to launch this week.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sharp rise in crimes involving suspects under 10 in York and North Yorkshire
The number of crimes involving suspects under the age of criminal responsibility has significantly increased over the past three years, according to new data.
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:27:28 +0100Tesco shoppers baffled after being asked for ID to buy mangoes - this is why
Multiple customers reported being stopped at the tills and told they needed staff approval to complete their purchase.
Sun, 17 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100'They made me feel like royalty' - why this Indian restaurant may be the best in York
We visited Mumbai Lounge, an Indian restaurant in Fossgate, York to give some of their curries try.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Exceptional opportunity'- café wants to take on empty York live music venue
A café business has said it wants to move into an empty York live music venue amid uncertainty over the building's future.
Sun, 17 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Top North Yorkshire holiday park sold after 50 years in the same family
Wayside Holiday Park near Pickering has been sold for an undisclosed sum.
Sun, 17 May 2026 19:33:24 +0100Children's toys stolen from York city centre shop
Children's toys have been stolen from a York city centre shop.
Sun, 17 May 2026 18:38:08 +0100Thief strikes at popular retailer in coastal North Yorkshire town
A thief has struck at a popular retailer in a coastal North Yorkshire town.
Sun, 17 May 2026 18:17:38 +0100Main North Yorkshire road reopens after crash involving multiple vehicles
A crash involving multiple vehicles blocked a major North Yorkshire road earlier today.
Sun, 17 May 2026 18:07:12 +0100PICTURES - Thousands gather for free arts and health festival in York city centre
Thousands of people visited a York park for a multicultural celebration which aims to promote wellbeing and community.
Sun, 17 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100Restaurant branded 'flawless' by diners lands 5/5 'perfect' TripAdvisor rating
Pignut and the Hare, housed in the historic Hare Inn in Scawton, Helmsley, holds the top spot on TripAdvisor for the area, with a five out of five star rating.
Sun, 17 May 2026 17:35:00 +0100Tractor destroyed by fire in North Yorkshire village
A tractor has been destroyed by fire in a village close to York
Sun, 17 May 2026 17:04:14 +0100Person and dog stuck on riverbank in York nature reserve
A person and their dog have been rescued after becoming stuck on a riverbank in a York nature reserve.
Sun, 17 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Thousands of discounted tickets released for scenic Settle to Carlisle line
Northern is selling discounted train tickets for one of the most scenic railway lines in Europe in a new flash sale.
Sun, 17 May 2026 14:30:00 +0100How to pronounce the quirky 'hidden gem' village well-known from TV and film
Gothland in North Yorkshire, made famous by Heartbeat and the Harry Potter films, is often mispronounced despite its growing popularity.
Sun, 17 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100The fish and chip shop 20 yards from the beach serving up seafood with a twist
The Fish Cottage, in Sandsend, near Whitby, just 20 yards from the beach, has been delighting diners with its fresh seafood and "relaxed atmosphere".
Sun, 17 May 2026 12:28:46 +0100Bikes and power tools among high-value items stolen in quiet North Yorkshire village
Bikes and power tools are among the high value items stolen from a barn in a North Yorkshire village.
Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Old photos show everyday life in York from the 1950s to 80s - recognise anyone?
These old photos capture everyday life in York from the 1950s to the 1980s - recognise any of the people and places?
Sun, 17 May 2026 09:17:31 +0100City centre road to close for urgent repair works
A major road in York city centre is set to be closed for repairs next week.
Sun, 17 May 2026 08:37:16 +0100Bath set on fire in remote North Yorkshire forest
A bath has been set on fire inside a remote North Yorkshire forest.
Sun, 17 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Major new nature recovery strategy launched for North Yorkshire and York
A major new strategy has been launched to help to address the decline of nature across North Yorkshire and York.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Led Zeppelin tribute band CODA to perform at Howden’s Shire Hall
CODA, a tribute band, is set to bring Led Zeppelin classics to life at Howden's Shire Hall at the end of the month.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Visitors from around the world coming to see historic Ripon tradition
Tourists from across the globe are visiting Ripon's Market Square to enjoy an ancient tradition that goes back 1,400 years.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Yorkshire economy rebounds as business growth reaches 18-month high
Private sector business activity across Yorkshire and the Humber has reached its strongest level in more than a year and a half.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100How drinks trade operators have been driven into debt across Yorkshire and the UK
If ever there was an industry plagued by financial failure, it could be the manufacturing of alcohol- if the last few years is anything to go by.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Trust looking for volunteers to walk dogs for older people in Wheldrake
The Cinnamon Trust charity is seeking dog walkers in Wheldrake to help older residents.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two East Riding beaches earn prestigious Blue Flag recognition again
Two beaches in the East Riding, Hornsea and Withernsea, have been awarded Blue Flag status for 2026.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Landmark anniversary concert set for historic York building
A landmark concert is set to take place in a historic York building.
Sun, 17 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100First look at new ‘exceptional’ homes being built in York (and how much they’ll cost)
Two new homes being built in The Mount, York - with multi-million pound price tags.
Sun, 17 May 2026 13:57:47 +0100Popular Emmerdale star set to leave ITV soap after 22 years with 'jaw-dropping' exit
Nick Miles, who has played Jimmy King since 2004, is reportedly being killed off on ITV soap Emmerdale later this year.
Sun, 17 May 2026 06:35:35 +0100Who won Eurovision 2026? Full leaderboard and scores for this year's contest
Eurovision 2026 saw a huge range of acts take part, but which country impressed the most and took home the grand prize?
Sun, 17 May 2026 06:08:32 +0100Where did the UK come in Eurovision 2026? How Look Mum No Computer scored
Look Mum No Computer represented the UK for Eurovision 2026, but how did they score on the night?
Sat, 16 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100'This 200 mile race isn’t going to run itself' - Martin's trek for York trust
YORK man Martin Dobson will take part in the Hardmoors 200 for the Nikki Waterhouse Trust.
Sat, 16 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Look inside £1 million York period townhouse for sale – with its own home cinema
A townhouse in Bootham, York, has hit the market for £1 million – with its own cinema room.
Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 +0100Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this weekend
Here is a list of the cheapest garages in York, according to petrolprices.com.
Sat, 16 May 2026 11:40:00 +0100'Inspiring the next generation' - school launches new department
Woldgate School and Sixth Form in Kilnwick Road, Pocklington, has a new design and technology department.
Sat, 16 May 2026 17:29:47 +0100Person freed from baby swing in York play park
A person has been freed from a baby swing at a York park.
Sat, 16 May 2026 16:31:47 +0100Part of major York road reopens after crash
A section of a major York road was partially blocked after a crash earlier today.
Sat, 16 May 2026 15:40:23 +0100Major York city centre road reopens after bus crash
A major York road was blocked after a bus has stopped at one of its junctions.
Sat, 16 May 2026 15:22:48 +0100Suspected drug driver arrested after leading police on 'rapid search' across city
Police have arrested a driver after a search that led them across the city.
Sat, 16 May 2026 14:31:43 +0100PICTURES - Protesters gather against 'Poos in the Ouse' river pollution in York
Close to one hundred campaigners took to the land and water around the River Ouse in York city centre today to protest sewage in the city’s waterways.