York Press
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000£456 million plan to fix roads and bring in fixed speed cameras
THE mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith has unveiled a £456 million plan to fix roads, tackle potholes and introduce fixed speed cameras.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'It's just a lovely, lovely place' - new charity superstore opens in York today
A Yorkshire charity is opening its biggest ever charity shop today and volunteers have spoken about what it means to them to be involved with the organisation.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000'This will open up exciting opportunities for York' - programme return welcomed
York Outer MP Luke Charters has welcomed the news that York students can benefit from the return of the EU funded Erasmus+ programme.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:25:00 +0000New look for York Railway Station frontage
City of York Council confirmed the removal of a bus canopy last weekend (March 14 and 15) as part of the Station Gateway project taking place there, and the opening of a new pedestrian crossing.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:10:58 +0000Youths spark fire in York park
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb was called to a fire in Leeman Park, which is next to the River Ouse close to Clifton.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000How York takeaway has taken action after second consecutive one-star hygiene rating
The operators of a takeaway and sandwich shop in a York suburb say they have taken the steps needed to gain top marks for food hygiene.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:44:07 +0000Man cut free from vehicle after crash in East Yorkshire village
A man suffering with suspected abdominal injuries was taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash in an East Riding of Yorkshire village.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000New exhibition shines light on early work of influential American artist
Memories of Drawings, focused on the career of Georgia O’Keeffe, will open at the Beverley Art Gallery.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000York Samaritans urging people to go back to engaging in small talk
A new campaign from York Samaritans is urging people to bring back small talk between strangers.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pub quiz raises nearly £1,000 for cancer charity ahead of York race
A charity pub quiz has raised nearly £1,000 for cancer support ahead of a horserace in York later this year.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Camera Club - 7 fabulous photos showcase York in colour
For our monthly Press Camera Club competition, members have shared these fabulous photos showcasing York in colour.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Artisan market returning to Ripon city centre this weekend
The Ripon Artisan Market, organised by Little Bird Made, returns to the Market Place this weekend.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Road in a town near York to be closed on multiple occasions for works
A £600,000 road improvement scheme along The Mile in Pocklington is set to begin.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Students in York hold hands-on sessions to explore potential career paths
Pupils at Applefields School ran their first-ever multi-day World of Work workshops earlier this month.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Crafts and £1 train rides coming to North Yorkshire railway this Easter
Wensleydale Railway is offering a packed Easter programme of child-friendly activities across Leeming Bar and Leyburn stations.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000New Easter trail launching in Harrogate town centre this spring
Harrogate BID’s first-ever Easter Trail will take place in the town centre later this month.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000ON THIS DAY: Fodder in Harrogate reopened after major revamp
On this day in 2025, a popular shop and café the Fodder reopened after refurbishment at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Scarborough property prices surge with 19 per cent rise in five years
Average house prices in Scarborough have risen significantly, with a 19 per cent increase bringing the current average to £213,701
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000What's on in Scarborough: Multiple events taking place this Easter
Here is a list of events happening at Scarborough Museums and Galleries this Easter.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Selby house prices rise by 17% as demand surges across the town
House prices in Selby have risen by 17 per cent, boosting the town’s appeal to buyers and investors
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000York park project for teenage girls receives funding boost from Mayor
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, is helping fund the Rowntree Park scheme to help teenage girls be more active.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Families invited to dig into fossils and history at Yorkshire Museum this Easter
Yorkshire Museum in York is offering family-friendly Easter activities focused on fossils, archaeology, and nature
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Road rage' driver, 70, knocked cyclist off his bike and tried to 'mow' him down
A 70-year-old North Yorkshire driver twice knocked a stranger off his bike in a "road rage" because he couldn't tolerate being behind cyclists, a court heard.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000How a stranger's driving turned a holiday cycle ride into a terrifying ordeal
The details of how a stranger turned a husband and wife’s holiday ride along the North Yorkshire coast into a terrifying ordeal.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000York primary school set to get new library after national competition
Woodthorpe Primary School has won the Inspiring Libraries competition run by Portakabin.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Medieval jousting returns to East Yorkshire landmark in Easter event
Medieval jousting is returning to Sewerby Hall and Gardens as part of this year’s Easter programme.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Malton's housing market bucks the national trend in average prices
Malton's housing market has seen a six per cent increase in average prices.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Gang getaway driver jailed after North York Moors police chase - with video
A getaway driver who led police on a pursuit across the North York Moors at night has been jailed for 41 months. Thomas Bennet was part of a gang of professional thieves.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sandwich shop that has kept locals well fed for over 20 years in Press contest
A traditional sandwich shop that’s been loved by locals for more than 20 years is today’s contender in a Press competition.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Home care company in York reveals impact on customers and job in annual report
Helping Hands Home Care has helped more than 15,000 customers and supported 6,100 jobs, according to its annual report.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000East Yorkshire Buses upgrades Bishopthorpe and York link service
East Yorkshire Buses has announced a major upgrade to its Service 15 route between Bishopthorpe and York.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Charity launches £100k appeal to protect vital music therapy services
The North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre has launched a £100,000 lifeline appeal to protect vital music therapy services.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000One of last medieval Easter scrolls goes on rare public display in York
The Arma Christi scroll, which depicts the Passion of Christ, will soon be on public view at York’s Bar Convent.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Woman from York left unable to work with OCD after skin infection
Meg, from York, has spoken about her recovery from crippling OCD following a skin infection.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Office building near Scarborough could become new home for council staff
Modern office building, Resolution House, near Scarborough, could soon become the new home for council staff.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Artisan market to return to Malton after successful debut earlier this year
Little Bird Made's artisan market is returning to Malton following a successful debut earlier this year.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Study suggests ancient civilisations were more democratic than first thought
A new study by University of York researchers suggests that ancient societies were often more democratic than previously thought.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'What good is an enquiry at this late stage other than to waste money?
What good is an enquiry into Spark at this late stage? asks our letter writer.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000York Area Group's annual model railway exhibition delights attendees
The annual model railway event, organised by the York Area Group (YAG), recently took place at St Lawrence Church Hall.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000New monthly comedy night launching at The Knavesmire in York
South Bank Comedy will launch a brand-new stand-up show at The Knavesmire pub, as part of a monthly comedy night in York.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Public notice roundup: Application for Guildhall to serve alcohol longer
The Guildhall in St Helen's Square could be allowed to serve alcohol for longer, according to the latest public notice.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000'We will invest £298m to fix our roads and tackle potholes'
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has unveiled a £456m plan to fix roads, improve safety and boost active travel.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000Heartbroken mum of tragic York teenager calls for free meningitis B vaccine
A heartbroken mum from York who lost her daughter to meningitis in 2022 said she is devastated after more young people died of the illness in Kent this month.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000‘It just brings so much joy’ – appeal to save ‘lifechanging’ music group
North Yorkshire Music Therapy has launched an appeal to safeguard its dementia singing group - dubbed “lifesaving” for people living with memory loss.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0000Stolen pint glasses costing pubs £133 million a year - have you ever taken one?
Stollen pint glasses are costing pubs in the UK around £133 million a year, according to Good Morning Britain - have you ever taken one?
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:28:11 +0000Race Across the World start date, teams and more confirmed for 'toughest' series yet
Series six of Race Across The World starts next month on BBC One and BBC iPlayer - see the start date, teams taking part, and destinations.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000National Minimum Wage increase as hundreds of UK firms named for owing £7m to staff
Hundreds of firms have been caught underpaying staff and forced to pay back millions as the National Minimum Wage rises again
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:24:00 +0000Delays expected after trespassers block railway lines near York
Railway lines close to York have reopened after trespassers were spotted on the line - but delays are expected.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:56:11 +0000Hunt for wanted man who may be in North Yorkshire
The county's police force issued an appeal for information or sightings of Andrew Garrett, 28, from Colburn/Richmondshire.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:39:49 +0000Bid fails to 'negotiate public toilet' in North Yorkshire town centre
A BID to ‘negotiate a new public toilet’ in a North Yorkshire town centre has failed.