York Press
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000More than 100 wheelchair users refused on board First York buses in nine months
More than 100 wheelchair users were refused entry onto buses run by First York over a nine-month period, new data has revealed.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000'We're extremely proud' - celebrations at this York firm
A LEADING York firm of architects brown + company, in Blossom Street, is celebrating a top competition win.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000'It's the first time in the band's history that we have taken part'
The Shepherd Group Youth Band performed at The Glasshouse, Gateshead as part of the Youth Brass in Concert Championships.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000Review: Slava's Snow Show - weeping clowns, chickens and a babaganoush motor
VETERAN clown Slava Polunin has re-written the rules for clowning, reports Charles Hutchinson in his review of Slava's Snow Show.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:55:00 +0000Inside the unique York restaurant where the chef is a 'bit of a genius'
Jean Zhuang tells us all about her unique York eaterie, The Orchid vegan restaurant in George Hudson Street, where the chef is a "genius"
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:51:00 +0000Remember when Terry's had a cafe in York? Archive photos to jog your memory
Our archive photos take us back to when Terry's had a cafe in York's St Helen's Square
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Government says it will ‘ban fracking for good’ as council to decide on plan ‘soon’
The Department for Energy has said it intends to “ban fracking for good” as North Yorkshire Council has requested details on the timeline and scope of proposed legislation.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Quaker Meeting House could be turned into dental practice in North Yorkshire
A former Quaker Meeting House in Scarborough could become a community dental practice if plans are approved by the council.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Review of ban on overnight parking of motorhomes after ‘thousands of complaints’
Council bosses have been urged to review an experimental ban on the overnight parking of motorhomes in Scarborough, Whitby, and Cayton following thousands of complaints.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:08:15 +0000Thief targets North Yorkshire hotel
The county's police force said it happened in the bar of The George Hotel in Baxtergate, Whitby, on Sunday, November 9.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:48:11 +0000Crash in North Yorkshire village
The county's police force said it happened in Wistowgate, Cawood between 5.45pm and 6pm on Friday, November 14.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000York property consultancy appoints new director
A new director has joined a York property consultancy.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Shutdowns spark concern over performance of waste incinerator used by York
North Yorkshire Council chiefs says it is trying to reduce the number of days Allerton Waste Recovery Park (AWRP) is shut down and waste has to be sent to landfill amid further concerns about the plant’s performance.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000MP's concerns about plans for solar farm on 'prime agricultural land'
North Yorkshire MP Tom Gordon has raised concerns about the use of good agricultural land for solar farms - amid plans for a site near Harrogate.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Government will ‘ban fracking for good’ as council to decide on gas rig plan
The Department for Energy has said it intends to “ban fracking for good” as North Yorkshire Council says it will decide soon on Europa Oil & Gas's application for a gas rig near Scarborough.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Soaring sourdough bakery in York enjoys national spotlight on popular TV show
A FAMILY-run York bakery which specialises in sourdough will have its moment in the national spotlight this weekend.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Met Office yellow weather warning for York after wintry showers
The UK weather agency ice alert runs from this morning (November 21) until midday.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Judge tells stripper's daughter: 'It beggars belief... you are still with us'
The daughter of a nationally known stripper and cocaine gang member collapsed by the roadside in front of a police officer, York Crown Court heard.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:12:10 +0000Co-op announces £70m plans to create thousands of jobs across UK
The Co-op has announced plans to create thousands of new jobs, through bringing in 7,000 apprenticeships by 2030 at sites across the UK.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Hundreds more schools in Yorkshire set to gain access to free breakfast clubs
Hundreds of schools across Yorkshire and the Humber, including 331 newly eligible institutions, can now apply for free breakfast clubs through the Government’s expanded Best Start programme, aimed at supporting families under financial pressure.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:09:47 +0000McDonald's unveils all 18 items coming to its hotly anticipated Christmas menu
Here is when you will be able to buy from the 2025 McDonald's Christmas menu after all 18 items revealed.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:44:31 +0000How much could your state pension increase by next year?
Pensioners will be listening closely to the budget this week, hoping for an increase in their payments from the DWP next April.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:14:44 +0000Energy bills to rise for millions from January as bills up £700 since 2021
Energy bills are set to rise by 0.2% for millions from January 1 after Ofgem unexpectedly increased its next price cap.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:12:39 +0000Rail services cancelled after person hit by train
Rail passengers are being warned of delays, diversions and cancellations to services after a person was hit by a train between York and Doncaster.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:13:53 +0000Missing man from Scotland may be in York area - police say amid appeal
Police Scotland have launched an appeal to find a missing man who may be in the York area.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:05:00 +0000Here’s why police have been out in force in York
POLICE have been out in force at York Christmas Market.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:43:03 +0000'I nearly lost my wife' - York MP opens up about mental health battle
York Outer Labour MP Luke Charters has opened up about his mental health struggles during Prime Minister’s Questions.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:04:07 +0000Latest weather forecast for York and N Yorks - as snow begins to settle
The latest weather update for York, as temperatures continue to drop.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:24:13 +0000RECAP: Heavy snow showers across York, North and East Yorkshire
Snow is falling in York and overnight North Yorkshire roads have closed with the weather affecting traffic this morning as an Amber warning from the Met Office begins.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:59:50 +0000Flood alert issued for areas of North Yorkshire following heavy snow
A FLOOD alert has been issued for areas of North Yorkshire.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:26:31 +0000Driver who taunted police from abroad for two years after causing fatal crash jailed
A driver taunted police from abroad after his driving fatally injured his friend on the North York Moors. Euan Corbett also organised a shotgun attack on a house from outside the UK.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:32:02 +0000Efforts to manage snow disruption and keep county on move
Significant efforts continue to manage the impacts of some areas of very heavy snowfall in North Yorkshire.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:39:34 +0000Stone Roses bassist and music legend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield dies aged 63
Gary 'Mani' Mounfield has died at the age of 63, his family have confirmed.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:30:00 +0000Two drivers told to 'grow up' by judge after showing off in front of woman
Two men have been told to “grow up” after they "showed off" to a woman in a Mitsubishi and a BMW on a main road in Scarborough.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:07:39 +0000Man in court as police cars were allegedly rammed during chase
A man has admitted driving dangerously following a pursuit in which police say several of their cars were rammed. Nathan Credland was making his first court appearance.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:52:13 +0000Officers arrest 12 in bid to crack down on shop theft and anti-social behaviour
North Yorkshire Police have arrested twelve people across York and North Yorkshire for offences relating to retail crime and antisocial behaviour (ASB).
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:37:22 +0000Bosses of debt-ridden company spent money on luxury cars
Two Brazilian steakhouses directors who spent their company's money on luxury cars when it owed more than £100,000 have been banned. They ran the Caramba restaurants.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:17:05 +0000Power lines and phone signal masts down due to wintry weather
A number of power lines and phone signal masts are down due to the snowy weather.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:18:41 +0000Large number of major routes in North Yorkshire closed due to the snow
A NUMBER of major routes in North Yorkshire are now closed due the snow.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:44:06 +0000Inspectors give companies advice on workplace safety
Inspectors have urged businesses to make sure their employees are safe at work after an employee suffered life-changing injuries in a workplace accident.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:56:00 +0000‘I just acted on instinct’: York train driver praised for lifesaving actions
A TransPennine Express train driver praised for his lifesaving actions has said he “acted on instinct” after spotting an unconscious passenger on a station platform.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:55:03 +0000Main road in North Yorkshire shut due to treacherous weather conditions
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire has been closed due to treacherous weather conditions.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:13:00 +0000Mayor urges chancellor to back York and N Yorks visitor levy which could raise £52.2m
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has urged the chancellor of the exchequer to support plans for levy charges on overnight stays in the county which could raise up to £52.2 million.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:58:41 +000011 photos of snow in York over the years: 1970s white-outs to Winter wonderlands
As snow continues to fall, here are 11 photos of snow in York over the years, from the 1970s onwards... remember York in white-out?
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:37:32 +0000Popular North Yorkshire attraction closed today due to the weather
A POPULAR North Yorkshire attraction is closed today (Thursday) due to the weather.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:04:18 +0000Schools closed across North Yorkshire due to weather
The following schools will be closed today, Thursday 20 November due to the weather.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:03:20 +0000Main road from York to North Yorkshire clears after crash
The AA traffic news is reporting the A19 southbound from Forest Lane to Cross Lanes has cleared following a crash which happened around 7.30am this morning (October 20).
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:35:53 +0000Crash in North Yorkshire village - emergency services attend
The county's fire and rescue service said it happened in the village of Cloughton, near Scarborough last night (October 19), around 10.30pm.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:14:00 +0000'Everyone has their moment': York theatre group to take on children's classic
NETheatre York prepares for its week-long run of Charlie and Chocolate Factory
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:15:25 +0000Traffic delays in North Yorkshire snow with gritters treating roads
Gritters are out on the A169 and the AA traffic news is reporting problems on the A171 road to Whitby as a Met Office amber snow warning hits parts of North Yorkshire