The county's fire and rescue service said its Tadcaster crew joined West Yorkshire crews from Garforth at the scene in Fenton Lane, Sherburn-in-Elmet, around 6.15pm yesterday (January 3).

Here is our look back at York in 1926 - see how it has changed, and what has stayed the same

Our letter writer gives 4 reasons why this last York Christmas Market was better - do you agree?

City of York Council has paid out more than £20,000 in pothole compensation over the last three years, new figures show.

The annual York Residents’ Festival returns on January 31 and February 1, 2026, offering free entry to top attractions and special deals.

York’s multi-sport martial arts star sets her sights on Brazil after an exceptional 2025 on the national and international stage.

A museum has celebrated a year of glowing feedback and growing school engagement.

The York Book Fair will be held at the Knavesmire Suite at York Racecourse on January 10.

Allerthorpe School in Pocklington is celebrating after receiving a “wonderful” Ofsted result.

A HISTORY group is aiming to uphold the memory of a young child who came to North Yorkshire to escape the horrors of the First World War.

I tested Richmond, Linda McCartney, Tesco, Heck, M&S and Tesco vegetarian sausages to see if any could stand up against the real thing.

The DWP has confirmed that millions of pensioners will see a sizeable increase in their payments from April 2026, following the government's new figures.

Olympic swimmer Tom Dean is launching a river safety campaign in York in the New Year.

The county's fire and rescue service said it was called to Sandsend around 11.30am today (January 3).

North Yorkshire Police closed the A59 at Green Hammerton earlier this afternoon (Saturday, January 3) to allow emergency services to deal with the incident.

The alert runs for 24 hours from midnight on Monday (January 5) as wintry showers seen on the coast are predicted to make their way inland.

Killers, thieving employees, big-time fraudsters, a dishonest carer, badger baiters, a rapist, and smugglers were among defendants sentenced in 2025. Court reporter Megi Rychlikova rounds up the year.

TransPennine Express had reported that lines were blocked between Durham and Darlington today (Saturday, January 3).

Three drink and drug drivers were among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court. Two more were sentenced for offences involving alcohol.

Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to the junction with the A614, close to Goole and junction 35 of the M62, at around 2.15 this morning (Saturday, January 3).

Amy Copper shares some secret tips for identifying winter trees on a woodland walk

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Thirsk was called to the Felixkirk Road on the edge of the town around 7.50pm yesterday (January 2).

A 67-year-old man was pulled unconscious from the water and died at the scene, Humberside Police said, while a second person’s body was recovered on Friday evening.

Two cats whose devoted owner became unwell are now looking for a new loving home where they can feel safe again.

AA Traffic News is reporting the road to the north of Whitby closed both ways from High Row to Coverdale Lane with detours in operation and delays on the A169.

A four-bedroom house in Flawith, between York and Thirsk, is for sale for £575,000.

Here is our review of Zaap Thai Street Food, in Lendal, York - have you been?

Susan Major of the from Clements Hall Local History Group looks back at the history of York's most famous drinking route – the Micklegate Run

A village pub near York is to close for a week or so as it undergoes renovations this month.

A NORTH Yorkshire Young Farmers' Club (YFC) has donated around £5,000 for a charity which supports families of those experiencing eating disorders.

We take a nostalgic look through The Press archives to transport readers back to York 50 years ago.

One of York’s most innovative and iconic businesses- The Potions Cauldron Group- is reporting a 2025 of “many achievements” but also “challenges.”

Here is the lost of our top Press letters writers of 2025

Liberal Democrat councillors have hit out at the council over potholes – however Labour says it has spent more than ever before on repairs made to last.

Yorkshire Water has announced plans to hold regional customer panel sessions every six months after its 'Your Yorkshire Water, Your Say' event.

York-based medical charity Outreach EMR has been saving lives around the world for 13 years. Now, with the right support, it is ready to expand.

The family of a former site manager from North Yorkshire are appealing to his ex-workmates for help following his death from asbestos-related disease.

Here is the latest weather forecast for York this weekend.

The Yorkshire Baby & Toddler Show is set to return to The Pavilions, Harrogate, promising a day packed with activities and expert advice.

A historic York pub is set for a significant transformation as a second bar area is added to the upper floor.

Six months since its launch, York's first and only independent women’s football club is thriving and breaking new ground for grassroots sport in the city.

Experts offer tips on how to prolong the flowering time of your indoor bulbs over the festive period

A York woman has said she would not be where she is today without the support of a foster family who took her in.

This year has been another busy year for York Council, with ups, downs and everything in between.

Meadowbeck Care Home in Osbaldwick, York, rang in the new year with a lively celebration.

A much-loved conservation charity is marking another year of milestones as it approaches a landmark birthday.

A Plough Sunday service will be held at Ripon Cathedral on January 11 to celebrate the contribution of farmers.

A North Yorkshire coastal spot will celebrate 400 years as a spa town in 2026 and it's home to a seafood restaurant recently added to the Michelin Guide.

Campaigners believe they have grounds for a High Court legal challenge of a government decision to approve plans for the planned Helios solar farm near Selby.

McDonald's is set to axe 17 items to make way for its brand new 'Secret' Menu, which launches in the UK and Ireland on Monday (January 5).