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Fri, 08 May 2026 09:17:52 +0100
More than 50 homes evacuated after explosion at home in North Yorkshire - LIVE
More than 50 homes and businesses have been evacuated after an explosion at a home in Scarborough.

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:33:10 +0100
Police cordon off home in York
North Yorkshire Police has been called to an incident at a home in Huntington Road, York.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York takeaway gets one-star rating for food hygiene
Dhillon's Bridge Fisheries in Clifton has again received one-star for food hygiene from the city council.

Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
York café tucked inside historic tower with a forgotten dark past
IAN TEMPEST reveals the story of a modest York café inside a medieval tower with a forgotten story spanning five centuries.

Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
WATCH - York attraction reveals unique birthday tribute to David Attenborough
Plans for a giant tribute in celebration of a British icon’s 100th birthday have been revealed.

Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire revealed among the highest in the UK for acid attacks
Acid attackers in North Yorkshire are 'walking away undetected' amid a growing number of cases in the UK.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:06:00 +0100
Much-loved gin shop in York celebrates becoming finalist in Press award
York Gin is hoping to add to its accolades with a Press Best Independent Retailer award.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Drinker racially abused and threatened restaurant staff in York
A “well-known” street drinker racially abused and threatened staff from a popular city centre restaurant in public, York Magistrates' Court heard.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public notice roundup: York set for road closures and traffic restrictions
Here are the latest public notices announced for York.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Thank God for people like him'- tributes paid to York paramedic and wrestler
'Thank God for people like him' - tributes for dedicated paramedic and former York wrestler, remembered for his compassion, humour and humanity.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
East Riding council rolls out nearly 200 hedgehog highways to protect wildlife
More than 180 'Hedgehog Highways' are being rolled out by East Riding of Yorkshire Council to help protect one of Britain’s most beloved mammals.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York named among fastest-growing regions for Land Rover interest
York has been named one of the UK's fastest-growing areas for Land Rover interest, according to Land Rover Monthly.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Scarborough Hospital introduces 'cuddle bed' to improve end of life care
A new £15,000 "cuddle bed" is now helping families stay close to loved ones in their final days at Scarborough Hospital.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire athlete backing campaign for intellectual disability awareness
A Yorkshire triathlete is fronting a national campaign to raise funds and awareness for people with intellectual disabilities.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York Art Gallery hosting creative Japanese-inspired half term workshops
York Art Gallery is bringing its popular Making Waves exhibition back for the May half-term.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yorkshire EV event offering test drives of latest vehicles this weekend
Dozens of models from major brands will be available at the Everything Electric North event, taking place at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sapling from felled Sycamore Gap tree planted in North Yorkshire
A sapling grown from the felled Sycamore Gap tree has been planted in North Yorkshire.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘Dead Good Festival’ returns to York to get people talking about death
A York festival tackling the taboo of death and grief is making a comeback - with a bold mission.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Leeds Marathon bid to support York retailer who closed shop after MND diagnosis
A York woman is taking on the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon this weekend to support her brother, a well-known former shop owner now living with motor neurone disease.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pickering bike shop Big Bear Bikes wins national retail award
Big Bear Bikes in Pickering has come out on top with a major industry award.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
On this day: Badger cub rescued near York and nursed back to health by RSPCA
On this day in 2016, a badger cub was on the road to recovery after being rescued by the RSPCA in the Acaster Malbis area of York.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire distillery unveils first 10-year-old single malt for anniversary
Spirit of Yorkshire is launching its first 10-year-old single malt as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Our new defibrillator is a valuable community asset' - letter
It was a joyous and, literally, a heartening read in The Press of the life of Robert Frost being saved by his colleague with the aid of a defibrillator and CPR training, says our letter writer.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Chatty' shop worker in York takes on 10-hour silence challenge for charity
A "chatty" Asda colleague, Gill Zurek, has finished a 10-hour sponsored silence to raise money for breast cancer charities.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Artisan markets returning to Acomb and Easingwold this weekend
Two popular artisan markets are set to return to Acomb and Easingwold this weekend, promising to showcase a host of local businesses.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dangerous driver gets absolute discharge after police took year to prepare case
A driver received an absolute discharge for a police pursuit through York city because it took officers nearly a year to prepare a case of dangerous driving against him.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York Castle Museum to celebrate childhood memories this half term
York Castle Museum is set to hold multiple activities and events celebrating childhood memories this May half-term.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Retirement village in Pickering helping share the importance of friendship
A retirement village in Pickering is showing how friendship and a sense of belonging can transform life in later years.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular artisan market set to return to Wetherby this weekend
Wetherby is preparing to welcome the return of The Little Bird Made Artisan Market this weekend.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Meet the York station railway worker also serving as the city's Sheriff
Paul Doughty, a York railway worker, has spent the past year balancing his day job with being the city's Sheriff.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic cyclists’ service in North Yorkshire marks 100th event this weekend
The 100th Coxwold Cyclists’ Service will take place at St Michael's Church this weekend.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York care home residents enjoy day out at gardens in Pocklington
Mulberry Court in Rawcliffe took residents to Burnby Hall gardens in Pocklington to enjoy the final day of the venue's tulip festival.

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Alumni panel offers career advice to York business school students
York City are on the brink of being back where they belong – in the EFL – after a 10-year absence, and with a positive mood, The Press is preparing to mark this landmark moment with a special celebration supplement on Wednesday 29 April (subject ...

Thu, 07 May 2026 07:59:35 +0100
Thief targets popular North Yorkshire nightclub
Police have launched an investigation after a mobile phone was stolen from MOJO Bar in Harrogate.

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:30:26 +0100
'York City are a priceless marvel' - celebrations at bus parade
Many of York’s politicians and well-known figures gathered today for an open top bus parade celebrating the team’s promotion back to the Football League.

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:02:00 +0100
York City celebrate promotion with thousands of fans at bus parade - in pictures
Thousands of fans lined the streets for York City's bus parade celebrating the team's promotion to the Football League on Thursday evening (May 7).

Thu, 07 May 2026 20:25:36 +0100
Thousands of York City fans line the streets for bus parade
Thousands of York City fans lined the city’s streets during an open top bus parade celebrating the team’s promotion back to the Football League.

Thu, 07 May 2026 17:29:59 +0100
Main road in North Yorkshire reopens after being partially blocked due to stuck HGV
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is partially blocked due to a stuck HGV.

Thu, 07 May 2026 17:16:35 +0100
Air ambulance and fire brigade called to busy Yorkshire junction
The air ambulance and emergency service vehicles have been called to a major Yorkshire road after a HGV came off the road.

Thu, 07 May 2026 17:05:00 +0100
Wild camping could lead to £1,000 fine in response to ‘littering and crime’ on coast
Wild camping, fires and barbeques will be restricted at nine locations on the North Yorkshire coast in response to concerns from local residents.

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:11:13 +0100
England football legend's silver salvers go under the hammer in North Yorkshire
FOOTBALL fans are being offered the chance to own some very unique sports memorabilia at an North Yorkshire auction next month.

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:46 +0100
Bumper York beer festival brewing to be its best ever with new facilities
A major charity beer festival is brewing in York, which will take place in one of the city's most historic buildings this July.

Thu, 07 May 2026 15:49:39 +0100
Abandoned cat rescued from behind boiler needs 'patient' owner
An abandoned young cat who became stuck fast behind a boiler at a house in Hull has been rescued by the RSPCA.

Thu, 07 May 2026 15:05:03 +0100
Top-rated Italian restaurant applies for new licence
A popular Italian restaurant on the North Yorkshire coast has applied for permission to place tables, chairs and umbrellas outside its premises.

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:57:26 +0100
Signed York City shirt from title-winning squad up for auction
York City fans are being given the chance to own a piece of football history while supporting a good cause.

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:50:49 +0100
Major DIY chain plans opening in North Yorkshire town to replace Magnet
THE major DIY chain Wickes has submitted plans to open a store in Harrogate, replacing an existing Magnet store.

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:44:53 +0100
York council trains 200 landlords on new renting rules
City of York Council has trained 200 landlords on the Renters’ Rights Act which gives stronger rights and protections to tenants, the authority’s housing boss said.

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:03:30 +0100
Top York hotel relaunches terrace for summer season
The four-star Milner Hotel York is to relaunch its outdoor terrace next week, introducing a refreshed identity for the space in time for the city’s busy summer season.

Thu, 07 May 2026 13:49:09 +0100
Award-winning Yorkshire brewery in special beers deal with leading supermarket
A Yorkshire Wolds brewery has launched the first in a series of four seasonal brews for a Leeds-based supermarket chain.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cafe that suffered 'vermin infestation' gets another one-star hygiene rating
A highly-rated York city centre café that recently had to close temporarily due to an ‘infestation of vermin’ has again scored one-star for food hygiene.

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