York Press

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Four drivers from York and North Yorkshire banned from the roads
Four motorists from North Yorkshire and York have been banned after they appeared before magistrates courts in York and Lincoln.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Burglars stole generator, cement mixer and tools from rural North Yorkshire farm
Burglars have stolen tools, a generator, a water pump, and a cement mixer from a farm in Kirk Deighton, North Yorkshire.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:58:49 +0100
Woman bitten by dog outside York village post office - police want to trace owner
A woman needed antibiotics and tetanus jabs after being bitten by a dog outside a post office in York.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:38:00 +0100
Essential works lead to road closures and restrictions in and around York next month
Road closures will be put in place around York next month due to essential works.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:56:50 +0100
Emergency services tackle large 'deliberate' stubble field fire in North Yorkshire
Three crews tackled a fire in a stubble field which was believed to have been caused deliberately.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:40:34 +0100
Firefighters cut trapped casualty free after North Yorkshire crash
Three casualties were taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash in North Yorkshire on Saturday .

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:25:18 +0100
Guests rescued after lift breakdown leaves five trapped at North Yorkshire hotel
Firefighters went to the rescue after five people got trapped in a lift in a North Yorkshire hotel.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:58:10 +0100
Legendary singer James Taylor closes European tour with unforgettable Scarborough gig
Legendary singer James Taylor brought his European tour to a close with a unforgettable two-hour set of hits at Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0100
‘Exceptional’ period home hits the market in York for £1.1 million – look inside
An “exceptional” six-bedroom period home has hit the market in York Road, Acomb – for £1.1 million.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:10:00 +0100
'York pubs aren’t just places to grab a drink – they’re part of our identity'
'Business rates cuts are a start - but don't go far enough' says our letter writer

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than 600 birds shot at York railway station - according to new data
More than 600 birds have been shot at York railway station, according to new data obtained through a freedom of information act.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A stranger barged into me outside York station – and then I learned I wasn't alone
Why deliberate barging in public spaces should not be ignored, says Fiona McCulloch of York Citizens Advice

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children's hospice in Boston Spa to hold first palliative care conference
Martin House Children’s Hospice in Boston Spa is set to hold its first dedicated conference on children’s palliative care.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woman who fled Ukraine recognised in North Yorkshire learning awards
Olha Honcharuk, now living in Boroughbridge after fleeing Ukraine, has been praised for rebuilding her life through adult learning.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire canals trust celebrate decade of Green Flag Award success
The Canal & River Trust has secured Green Flag Awards for all 10 of its sites across Yorkshire and the North East.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'A sad loss' – Popular York coffee spot loved by locals is set to close
Customers have expressed sadness after a popular York coffee spot dubbed a locals' favourite announced it will close soon

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York care home welcomes families for community food festival celebration
Chocolate Works in York is inviting families to join in a day of food and festivities, as part of the "A Taste of Home" initiative.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man caught on CCTV tormenting and chasing cat, York court told
A boyfriend injured and tormented his partner’s cat before subjecting his girlfriend to months of harassment, York Magistrates Court heard.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major road closures announced across the region for maintenance works
A series of road closures across the region have been announced due to various repair and maintenance works.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
£12.3million North Yorkshire sporting investment announced at York royal celebration
A £12.3 million investment in sporting facilities at Catterick Garrison began on July 17, at the same time as Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s birthday celebrations in York were marked by a 21 royal gun salute.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular Knaresborough paddling pool reopens for the summer holidays
A popular paddling pool at Bebra Gardens, in Knaresborough, has reopened just in time for the summer holidays.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Award-winning York event set to return to city centre next weekend
An award-winning free art event in York is expecting more exhibitors than ever before as it returns to the city centre very soon.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York company backs natural bacteria to improve crop performance
Azotic Technologies, based in Dunnington, York, says its product could reduce fertiliser use by up to 25 per cent.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Seaside restaurant described as one of the finest fish restaurants in Yorkshire
The Magpie Café in Whitby has been named one of the best restaurants in Yorkshire by The Telegraph.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0100
Major supermarket to give away free groceries to up to 10,000 people
The Co-op has launched its 'Pop in and Win' campaign, which will see customers spending at least £1 automatically entered into the competition.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
MP calls for York fire rescue boat after concerns raised over student’s river death
An MP has called for firefighters in York to have and run their own rescue boat after an inquest heard delays potentially resulted in a 19-year-old student drowning in the River Ouse.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:25:48 +0100
UPDATE: Police share update on missing 50-year-old woman in North Yorkshire
Police have shared an update on a missing 50-year-old woman who was last seen on Friday.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
People 'forced to travel outside village' near York when Samuel Smith's pub closed
People were forced to travel outside their village when a Samuel Smith's pub closed, locals bidding to have protected status granted to it have said.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0100
Person trapped behind door as firefighters answer multiple call-outs
Fire crews were called to a series of incidents across North Yorkshire, including fires, a false alarm, and someone trapped behind a door.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:53:45 +0100
Scaffolding board flies off and hits nearby property in North Yorkshire
A wooden board blew from nearby scaffolding and hit the roof of a ground floor kitchen during high winds in North Yorkshire today.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:45:00 +0100
Grammy-nominated star's two-night takeover of North Yorkshire venue in 16 photos
Relive Teddy Swims’ two sold-out nights at Scarborough Open Air Theatre with our 16-photo gallery.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:11:49 +0100
RECAP: Major police incident at York venue - people told to stay inside
A major police incident took place outside York LNER Community Stadium this afternoon with people told to stay inside the venue for their own safety.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Drivers warned of road closures in and around York on Monday
Motorists are being warned of a number of road closures in and around York on Monday, July 27, due to essential works.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:40:00 +0100
Warning to drivers about summer bridge closure in North Yorkshire tourist town
Whitby Swing Bridge will be shut to traffic at weekends during the school summer holidays and at other key times to protect pedestrians and boost the economy.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0100
York garage confirms permanent closure as prime site faces uncertain future
A York garage that was at risk of closure has now confirmed that it will shut its doors for good at the month.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
You've driven over it many times – but do you know the story behind this York bridge?
A look back at why Crichton Avenue Bridge was built in York in the 1930s

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Pub in 'picturesque' Yorkshire village with huge riverside beer garden worth a visit
The Bull Inn in West Tanfield is a great pub with three different outdoor spots to enjoy a pint and meal while visiting the village.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
‘Beautiful’ home for sale in ‘one of York's most desirable’ locations – look inside
A three-bedroom home has hit the market in Nunmill Street, near Bishopthorpe Road in York - for £480,000.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:11:47 +0100
'Wrong proposal in wrong location': council demands rethink over Linton asylum bid
North Yorkshire Council has formally urged ministers to drop plans to house 1,250 single adult male asylum seekers at ex-RAF Linton-on -Ouse base.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:27:03 +0100
Three York roads face disruption as works get underway
Essential works could cause possible delays for drivers in and around York as temporary traffic restrictions are put in place.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:36:00 +0100
When York got a taste of Paris – 10 photos of summer in the city from the 1970s
This will take you back! Ten snapshots of York life in July through the 1970s

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
We try one of York's oldest fine dining restaurants - was it worth the hype?
Press reporter Abby Backhouse visited Melton's - one of York’s most renowned fine dining restaurants - to try out its summer menu.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:30:13 +0100
Motorbike 'faces the crusher' after riders flee North Yorkshire police
A motorbike abandoned in Middle Deepdale, Scarborough, could be crushed following complaints about nuisance riding.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:15:00 +0100
York wildlife haven reopens after 5-month closure for makeover as it turns 80
Sir David Attenborough called it a ‘cathedral of nature conservation’ — now Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's Askham Bog is reopening after a makeover as both turn 80.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:02:07 +0100
Thief targets vehicle in York in the early hours - appeal launched
A theft stole several items from a vehicle in Blue Badge Lane in York in the early hours - police have shared CCTV of someone they now want to speak to.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:30:00 +0100
Free bike security events in York to help protect cyclists from theft
Free events are being held in York designed to help protect bicycles from theft.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:30:00 +0100
TV star buys iconic North Yorkshire pub made famous by hit show
A TV star has returned to familiar territory after buying an iconic North Yorkshire pub made famous in one of television's most popular series.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:22:56 +0100
Fire crews battle series of deliberate fires and bonfires across North Yorkshire
A lift rescue, bonfires and barbecue scares kept North Yorkshire fire crews busy on Friday evening and into the early hours of today.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:57:32 +0100
'Deliberate' woodland fire tackled in Ryedale
Fire crews tackled a deliberate fire in woods in Ryedale.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:19:05 +0100
York firefighters called to 'deliberate fire started by youths' in wooded area
Firefighters responded to a "deliberate" fire started in a wooded area in York last night, Friday, July 24.

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