York Press

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:11:08 +0100
Man, 52, in hospital with life-threatening injuries after East Yorkshire crash
A man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries following a crash along the B1249 in East Yorkshire.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
We try York fish and chip shop crowned Britain's best - was it worth the drive?
We put Britain's best chippy - in a layby beside a busy road on the outskirts of York - to the test.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:55:48 +0100
Owners of lost ferret 'Frankie' urged to come forward after police find
North Yorkshire Police are urging the owners of a lost, yet inquisitive, ferret who jumped into a police van in Barkston Ash to come forward.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:29:00 +0100
A year in the life of Askham Bog, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s oldest reserve
Dave Powell, Askham Bog’s reserve manager, explains just what goes into looking after Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s oldest reserve -Askham Bog

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:22:00 +0100
How we enjoyed traditional Greek cooking in the centre of York
I have always liked Greek food.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:03:00 +0100
Before Gentleman Jack - the rebellious York schoolgirl who inspired hit TV show
DAVID WILSON recounts the life of Anne Lister aka Gentleman Jack - the pioneering Yorkshire woman who inspired the hit TV series

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Crowdfunder launched to complete 'teenage zone' at York park
A crowdfunding drive from The Friends of Rowntree Park has been launched to raise money for new equipment at the site.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Before selfies - old photos show historic York street as it once was
With readers divided over York's most photographed street, we take a nostalgic look back at the historic Shambles through old photos.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘It’s better than nothing’ - disability campaigner reacts to Christmas Market plan
A disability rights campaigner says suggested changes to York Christmas Market are welcome - but she is not sure they are likely to happen.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Research reveals dog attacks on livestock cost farmers in the region thousands
Recent research from NFU Mutual suggests dog attacks on livestock in the region have cost farmers thousands.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire business's commitment to ethical operations earns national recognition
Yorkshire-based business, SealStop's commitment to responsible and ethical operations has been recognised with national accreditation.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
CBeebies live stage show coming to York as part of UK tour
A touring stage show from the CBeebies will bring music, games, and laughter to York Barbican.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Support for Mark Warters and his Restore policies can be tested at ballot box'
'Support for Cllr Mark Warters and his Restore Britain policies can be tested at ballot box', says our lead letter writer.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
New Alzheimer’s drug trial which could slow down disease underway in York
A new clinical trial of a drug which could help slow down the progression of early Alzheimer’s disease is underway at Foss Park Hospital in York.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Chance to own a piece of York history as flat in former brewery hits the market
A flat has hit the market in Ogleforth, York – inside a former brewery.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:19:50 +0100
Main road in Yorkshire closed due to police incident
A MAIN road in Yorkshire is closed due to a police incident.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:50:55 +0100
Helicopter and lifeboat called to rescue operation on Yorkshire coast
A helicopter and several emergency service teams were called to a well-known coastal spot after two people became cut off by the rising tide.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:25:37 +0100
Power company pledges support to customers during Storm Dave
Northern Powergrid has said it is prepared to help customers as Storm Dave threatens to bring power cuts and network disruption across the region.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:19:58 +0100
Moped stolen from York city centre car park in broad daylight
A moped has been stolen from a York city centre car park in broad daylight.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:09:04 +0100
Yellow weather warning for York as Storm Dave nears — what you need to know
A yellow weather warning has been issued for York and North Yorkshire ahead of Storm Dave hitting the region.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:40:24 +0100
New calls for better water quality amid row over climate change references
Scarborough town councillors have rowed over climate change references in a new motion demanding cleaner seas and action on coastal pollution.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100
York Christmas Market could close one day a week under new proposals
York's popular Christmas market could soon take a weekly ‘rest day’ in a bid to improve city centre access during the festive season.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:07:14 +0100
Emergency crews called to North Yorkshire beach for 'deliberate fire'
CREWS were called out twice last night (Thursday) to what is believed to be a deliberate fire.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:44:22 +0100
Council will not take on ‘asbestos allotments’ without repairs or funding
Too many allotments in Scarborough are abandoned, derelict, or unused and should be brought back into use, the town council has said.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:26:21 +0100
Car on fire in York village
A car has been on fire in a street in a York village.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public notice roundup: Multiple road closures announced across York
Here are the latest public notices announced across York.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Play about fishermen convicted of drug smuggling coming to Scarborough
The Freshwater Five, a play about fishermen convicted of drug smuggling, is coming to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Humber Forest plants one millionth tree in landmark achievement
The Humber Forest has planted its one millionth tree at Goole's West Park, in a landmark achievement for the region.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Classic race among entries for Middleton point-to-point this weekend
The Middleton Point to Point, featuring the Lord Grimthorpe's Gold Cup, is set for this Saturday.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York MP praises charity's 'vital' role ahead of major regional event
Luke Charters, York Outer MP, visited Community First Yorkshire, praising their support ahead of its Create 26 event.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Millions of pounds pledged to improve roads and footpaths across York
Roads and pavements across York are set for a major upgrade after the council pledged £16.5 million towards their maintenance.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York council to consider new plan that could transform life for unpaid carers
A new strategy to improve support for unpaid carers is set to be considered by City of York Council’s executive on April 14.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire community shop opens after large-scale revamp
The Pickering Co-op has reopened after a nine-week investment programme to upgrade its facilities.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire stuntman turned publican in pledge over future after award
Steve Dyson, who runs The New Inn in Selby in Gowthorpe together with his partner Alison and their daughters, has been recognised for more than 20 years' service at the helm of the town centre local and the contribution he has made to the community.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire seaside town crowned 2026's chippy capital after foodie award win
Find out why the North Yorkshire seaside town of Whitby has been named the best for fish and chips in 2026

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire Ambulance Service encouraging people to join volunteer team
People are being encouraged to become heroes by volunteering with the Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS).

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of Easter eggs donated to children across York and North Yorkshire
Avove employees delivered eggs, sweets, and essential items to children in care settings across York and North Yorkshire.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
World-class York based musical instrument brand is bought out
A York manufacturer of world-class brass instruments has been bought by one of the UK’s largest specialist brass and woodwind retailers.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major dementia care conference to be held in Scarborough
The Dementia Forward Conference will take place on Friday, May 22, at Scarborough Rugby Club.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York charity helping children with brain tumours receives £69,000 boost
York charity OSCAR’s has received a £69,000 grant to support children with brain tumours.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Calls for resignation and demands for a by-election are double standards'
Resignation calls and demands for a by-election after a local councillor joined Restore are double standards, says today's letter writer.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘We’ve experienced a lot’: York band Skylights are back - and it’s on their terms
York indie band Skylights are back after a brief hiatus – and it’s on their terms.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Paying to park a car is so difficult it's easier to stay at home
IN THE dim and distant past, on a day out to a town or city, you would park your car in a designated car park. On the way in, you would pass a little hut or kiosk, wherein sat a man who would hand over a ticket stamped with your arrival time.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:21:44 +0100
Ryanair boss urges UK travellers to book summer holidays 'as quickly as you can'
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has urged Brits to book flights and summer holidays 'now' to avoid rising costs due to the Middle East war

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:25:03 +0100
County Durham Gogglebox legend would 'love' to return to show 10 years after quitting
It’s been nearly a decade since Scarlett Moffatt left Gogglebox, having featured on several other TV shows since then.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:12:38 +0100
Police to use facial recognition tech in York to catch criminals
North Yorkshire Police will use facial recognition technology in York to catch criminals and protect vulnerable people.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:10:47 +0100
Public toilets in North Yorkshire town closed again after 'mindless' vandalism
Public toilets in a North Yorkshire town have been shut again due to 'mindless' vandalism.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:59:36 +0100
Recycling wheelie bin plans spark concerns for York households as thousands have say
More information is needed to understand the effects of ditching recycling boxes for wheelie bins, an opposition councillor has said.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:33:00 +0100
Woman fined after her rubbish was fly tipped close to her own home
Waste linked to Emily Scurrah, of Bessingby Gate, Bridlington, was discovered dumped on land off Gypsey Road in the town on May 13, 2023.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:13:37 +0100
People urged to book if they're planning to use York tip this Easter
People planning on using a York tip this Easter have been reminded that they need to pre-book a time slot beforehand.

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