York Press

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:23:00 +0000
'Perfect with fish fingers and chips – I hope they have them in heaven'
Our letter writer pens an ode to mushy peas - and explains 'why I hope they have them in heaven'

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:39:29 +0000
Flooding possible in York city centre as major river levels draw back from footpaths
The Environment Agency (EA) issued a notice for the Upper River Ouse in the city this morning (March 15).

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:17:55 +0000
Three vehicles on fire outside house on main road outside York - investigation opened
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from York and Huntington were called to the Malton Road near the A64 and Stockton on the Forest around 12.30am (March 15).

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
‘Characterful’ home in ‘highly desirable’ York location for sale – look inside
A “characterful” four-bedroom home has the market off Bishopthorpe Road in York - for £585,000.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:39:00 +0000
Why York’s Shambles history matters more than the ‘Tat Gate’ debate
Diagon Alley or Tat Gate? Readers suggest a renaming of York's most famous street. But here's why York’s Shambles history matters more than ‘Tat Gate’ debate

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:20:00 +0000
York’s forgotten Job Centre – where no one ever joined a dole queue
Readers share memories of York's long gone Job Centres of Piccadilly in York - do you remember these?

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Author with remarkable story to visit town for special event
Kemps Bookstore in Malton are delighted to announce a very special evening with Rebecca Coxon to discuss her debut book Inconceivable.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Popular York pub scores one star for food hygiene
A popular village pub in Heworth, York, has scored one star in a recent food hygiene inspection.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Weather-worn windmills to Wembley triumph - a century of York in 10 photos
Old photos capture a century of York - one decade at a time, from weather-worn windmills to York City's Wembley triumph.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the North Yorkshire hotel between moors and sea loved by UK travel experts
This North Yorkshire hotel in Sandsend tucked between the moors and sea has been named among the UK's best places to stay for 2026 by a hotel expert

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Popular trio announced for new North Yorkshire venue residency
The Trilogy Ensemble will launch its 2026 residency at the recently renovated Wesley Centre on Sunday, March 29.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bid to increase sentence of sex offender who made child's life a misery fails
A bid to increase the sentence of an online sex offender, who York’s top judge said should be serving years not months in jail, has failed.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Much-loved Harrogate dog show returning to town for sixth year
The Harrogate Dog Show 2026 is returning to the Victoria Shopping Centre piazza for its sixth year.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Ryedale Youth Theatre bring beloved musical to the Milton Rooms in Malton
Ryedale Youth Theatre is set to perform the much-loved musical Grease at The Milton Rooms.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
How a nine-year-old York boy's bedroom redecoration led to 50 mile running challenge
Zach Lewis, who is in year four at Knavesmire Primary School, is taking part in 50 Miles in March, a challenge organised by the RSPCA.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Grammy nominee artist set to perform at All Saints Church in Pocklington
Grammy-nominated artist Courtney Marie Andrews is set to perform at All Saints Church in Pocklington later this year.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New research reveals Yorkshire workers need more than £40k a year to live
Workers in Yorkshire and the Humber say they need more than £41,000 to live comfortably, according to new research.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Like living in a prison'- 102-bed student accommodation block in York refused
Planning officers called on councillors to refuse plans for the block of studio rooms and shared apartments.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Estate agent celebrates promotions across its Yorkshire branches
Estate agent Savills, is celebrating nine promotions across its teams in Yorkshire.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0000
Viewers react to The Claudia Winkleman Show 'replacing' BBC's Graham Norton Show
The Claudia Winkleman Show has finally made its debut, and viewers have been comparing it to the Graham Norton Show.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0000
Travel expert issues passport warning to millions booking holidays this year
If your passport needs to be renewed, you can apply for a new one either by post or online.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire teenager accepts top Ivy League offer
Harrogate Ladies’ College pupil, Tamara Pohronska, has accepted a place to study Mechanical Engineering at Columbia University.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:44:48 +0000
Man seen swearing "bitterly" at group of young children in York city centre
The man originally told police he was one of the children's uncles after officers arrived in the city centre last night (March 13).

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:32:31 +0000
Thief targets York city centre shop
North Yorkshire Police said the theft took place on Saturday, February 21 at an undisclosed store.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:58:57 +0000
Flooding expected in York city centre as river levels rise today
The Environment Agency (EA) said properties close to the River Ouse in the centre of York can expect flooding today (March 14)

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:57:29 +0000
YouTube keep fit channel for mums filmed in living room near York a global hit
Beth Chadwick first started teaching dance fitness in person in 2025 after having her first baby, helping local mums get moving while navigating the challenges of new motherhood.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Mattress thief among shoplifters sentenced at York Magistrates Court
Five thieves who stole a wide variety of different items have been sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:39:20 +0000
Vehicle thieves target York school and steal property worth thousands
The Fulford School minibus was stolen from its premises after last being seen on Wednesday, March 11.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:50:49 +0000
Man responsible for fatal crash in East Yorkshire jailed for six years
Timothy Kusemi, 41, of Lower Bedford Road, London has been jailed for six years for killing a 70-year-old woman at crossroads outside Rudston in 2023.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:13:14 +0000
Car fire sparked on North Yorkshire motorway at York junction
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Knaresborough, Ripon and Harrogate were called to the hard shoulder of the A1 North at junction 47 at around 6am this morning (March 14).

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:58:46 +0000
Memorial fire sparked in village outside York
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from York was called to a roadside memorial in Naburn around 7.30pm last night (March 13).

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:47:00 +0000
'Day-trippers to York should pay a tourist tax too - it could fund public loos'
York tourism tax divides readers after MP’s warning that it would be bad for local businesses. What do you think?

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:42:29 +0000
Organised gang arrested after £4,917 of chocolate bars stolen in North Yorkshire
Chocolate bars worth £4,917 were stolen from North Yorkshire supermarkets, in addition to shops in West and South Yorkshire over a period of less than a week.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:22:51 +0000
Thieves target central York car park
A green and black coloured Benelli BN125 was stolen between 3pm and 9.30pm on Monday, March 9 from Monk Bar car park in St John Street.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
‘Unique’ bungalow ‘tucked away’ in York hits the market - look inside
A “unique” bungalow “tucked away” in a “quiet courtyard” has hit the market in Dudley Close, York.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:35:00 +0000
'What benefits are bus users getting from York Railway Station revamp?'
'What benefits are bus users getting from York Station revamp?' asks our letter writer

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
York voted as home to some of the cosiest pubs in the UK in recent survey
York has been named as home to some of the cosiest pubs in the UK.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
North Yorkshire cafe's afternoon tea dubbed ‘better than Bettys’ by happy customers
Looking for the best cream tea in North Yorkshire? This Harrogate cafe and bakery is said to offer afternoon teas dubbed 'better than Bettys'

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Former district council's old home could be sold for housing
THE OLD home of a former district council could be sold for housing as part of plans by North Yorkshire Council (NYC).

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:20:00 +0000
5 long‑lost York pub signs that might unlock memories you forgot you had
Here are photos of 5 long-lost York pubs signs - did you drink here?

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:08:00 +0000
Gem of a country walk takes in timeless villages, rivers, and classic views
This week's gem of a walk visits the quintessential Dales villages of Linton, Thorpe and into Burnsall - not to be missed!

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'I'd walked past this York restaurant for years – what happened when I went in?'
Find out what happens when our reviewer finally makes it to El Gaucho in Walmgate

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Met Office predicts mixed weekend of weather across York
The Met Office is predicting a mixed forecast across York this weekend.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Pocklington-based company named among the best places to work in the UK
Phoenix Software achieved fourth place in the large company category of the 2026 UK’s Best Workplaces list.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Hundreds of food and drink deal discounts available at restaurants across York
York Restaurant Week is offering diners more than 250 exclusive food and drink deals this week.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Popular 1987 classic film coming to York Barbican as part of UK tour
Dirty Dancing in Concert, a live-to-film experience, is coming to York Barbican.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
FIRST LOOK - New two-storey superstore prepares to open in York
A Yorkshire charity is preparing to open its biggest ever shop in a York retail park next month.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Thousands of Girlguiding members preparing to take over York next weekend
The first-ever Girlguiding Cityscapes Adventure is coming to York next weekend.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The North Yorkshire beach that stole my heart – I know why it's among the UK's best
I visited Whitby's West Cliff Beach in North Yorkshire - it stole my heart and I know why it's among the UK's best

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
US burger chain closes North Yorkshire town centre restaurant
Wendy's restaurant in Baxtergate, Whitby, is shutting, the company confirmed, in a response to the removal of the town from its list of UK locations.

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