York Press
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:36:00 +0100Car seized as police swoop on learner driver in York
ACAR has been seized after police swooped in York.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Struggling' businesses will suffer if empty York pub is converted- claim
Businesses in a York village will suffer due to the conversion of an empty pub there, an objector has claimed.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100'This is a pointless war. It has achieved nothing Trump said it would'
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has hit out over Donald Trump's 'pointless war' with Iran.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:07:37 +0100Holiday flats being created on historic York street
Five listed buildings on one of York’s most historic streets are being refreshed and brought back into full use for visitors this year.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:09:00 +0100'It's no wonder kids are obese - these are the 5 reasons'
It's no wonder kids are obese - these are the reasons says our letters writer. What is your view?
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100New registration scheme for North Yorkshire's 20 recycling centres
A new registration scheme designed to improve access to North Yorkshire’s household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) and ensure the service is used fairly by residents will go live later this month.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:24:00 +0100Top York artist opens his one-of-a-kind York home for new 5-day exhibition
MAXINE GORDON meets leading York artist Mark Hearld for a preview of his latest work ahead of his new exhibition from his city home
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire primary schools offer pupils free music lessons
Year 4 pupils and above at Wykeham Primary School and Hackness Primary School are being given the chance to have free clarinet lessons.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Yorkshire residents to have their say on "ambitious" green strategy
People across York and North Yorkshire are being asked to share their opinions on an ambitious green strategy for the region.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Garden Centre in York hosting free children's gardening workshop
Dobbies garden centre in York is hosting a children’s gardening workshop, introducing young minds to the wonders of the natural world.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Malton solicitor steps back from role after four decades of service
Emma Elwess, a consultant at Wills & Probate in Malton, will leave her day-to-day role at Ware & Kay Solicitors.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New community hub in North Yorkshire preparing to welcome first guests
The upcoming Easingwold Community Hub is preparing to welcome its first visitors later this month.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Nominate your heroes for the York Community Pride Awards 2026
Local unsung heroes who have made significant contributions to their communities are set to be celebrated in the 2026 York Community Pride awards.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100North Yorkshire optician named best place to work across wider-business
Specsavers Whitby recently received the best place to work award at Specsavers’ Awards for Excellence.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans for up to 250 more homes submitted in North Yorkshire village
Plans have been submitted for up to 250 new homes to be built in a North Yorkshire town - and up to 50 per cent of them will be affordable.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Close finishes take centre stage at Bedale point-to-point at Hornby Castle
A slew of close finishes took centre stage at this year's Bedale point-to-point, held at Hornby Castle.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Majority of York children set to start at first choice primary school
More than 90 per cent of children in York applying for a primary school place have been offered their top choice for September.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fundraising appeal raises more than £81,000 to buy beds for hospice patients
A fundraising appeal by a community has helped raise more than £81,000 for St Leonard's Hospice to buy new beds for patients.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home in Knaresborough announces upcoming open day for community
Thistle Hill Care Home in Knaresborough has announced an open day later this month.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man whose relationship was breaking down theatened to 'scalp' his neighbour
Landscape gardener Casey George Wright terrified his neighbour with “unpleasant and offensive” messages, York magistrates heard.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Public notice: Multiple laybys along the A64 to close for nearly a year
Here are the latest public notices announced in York.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Majority of children in East Riding get their first-choice primary school
Parents and carers across East Riding have received their first-choice primary school offer for September.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Popular music and bingo night returning to the Yorkshire Wolds
Shane’s Singo Bingo is returning to Wold Top Brewery in Wold Newton next month.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Thousands of homes receive new or upgraded flood defences across York
Thousands of homes across York have received upgraded flood protection through a major investment scheme.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Great Yorkshire Show to celebrate ground-breaking agricultural innovators
Innovators are being celebrated at the latest Great Yorkshire Show for changing the face of agriculture through technology and fresh ideas.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Young creatives encouraged to kickstart careers at Yorkshire coast event
A new one-day networking and training event, Coast to Credits, is coming to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Moth-themed garden from York nursery to feature at Harrogate Flower Show
Brunswick Organic Nursery is taking part in the Creative Borders section at this year’s Harrogate Flower Show.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP calls for ban on deep-fried foods at York schools after Government update
York Central MP Rachael Maskell has welcomed the Government’s plans to update the School Food Standards.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New pub set to open in the centre of popular North Yorkshire town
A new bar is set to open inside a Grade II listed former shop in a coastal North Yorkshire town.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Fast progress has been amazing' - award nomination for York pub after eight months
The Nag's Head in Heworth Road has been shortlisted by readers of The Press as best restaurant or gastro pub in the city, in the latest in the series celebrating the best on offer in York in 2026.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Major attraction near York could be getting new visitor development
Burnby Hall Gardens and Museum in Pocklington could see a new bandstand pavilion built with a covered walkway to its café and museum, following the demolition or removal of its existing bandstand structure and a temporary marquee.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100When your brain won’t work 9 to 5 - and how bosses can help ease hidden battles
A York coach shares what neurodivergent adulthood really looks like when your brain won’t work 9 to 5 - and how employers can be more supportive.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Museum Gardens gigs have been ‘hugely positive’ for York, say organisers
Live at York Museum Gardens has been “hugely positive” for the city, organisers have said.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Plans for more gigs at Museum Gardens after York summer series hailed success
More gigs could be held in Museum Gardens following the success of two summer concert series at the historic York venue, organisers have said.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Why rooftop solar is the most obvious solution to our energy crisis
Why putting solar panels on empty roofs should never be controversial - says regional mayor David Skaith
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:22:55 +0100Police step up hunt for sex offender with connections across the north
Police are hunting for a wanted sex offender with connections across the north of England.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:54:38 +0100Man arrested near York park on suspicion of possessing weapon and Class A drugs
A man has been arrested near a York park on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and Class A drugs.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:15:45 +0100Anger over sports pitch near homes at top York school
Plans for a new all-weather sports pitch at a top York school have been approved despite opposition from neighbouring households.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:25:52 +0100'Terrified' traders 'can't afford to lose' York Christmas Market day
Proposals for a rest day at York Christmas Market have been put on hold amid fears from traders.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:56:17 +0100'Continental' atmosphere for £1.6m riverside gastro-bar in York amid noise fears
Plans for a new £1.6 million gastro-bar overlooking the River Ouse have been approved amid fears over noise from neighbouring offices.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100£2m to help fix York museum's leaking roof welcomed after warnings
York and North Yorkshire's mayor has welcomed a £2 million grant which will help fix a York museum's leaky roof.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New German-style taproom coming to York
A German-style taproom is coming to a York brewery as part of a newly-approved expansion.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:32:42 +0100Crews called after fire breaks out on North Yorkshire Moors
A fire has broken out up on the North Yorkshire moors.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:05:20 +0100Major solar farm planned for land between villages in East Yorkshire
Villagers in East Yorkshire are being invited to have their say on plans for a major new solar farm.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:39:16 +0100How to join our York business networking event
York’s business community will come together later this month for a new networking event hosted by The Press in partnership with York St John University and York College – and readers and business owners are invited to attend.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:34:04 +0100Police appeal after shop theft in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police have launched an investigation after a shop theft in Harrogate.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:59:25 +0100Bentley damaged after late-night incident in North Yorkshire
A BENTLEY was deliberately damaged during a late night attack in North Yorkshire.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:30:39 +0100Cyclist injured after crash at roundabout in busy North Yorkshire road
A cyclist has fractured her collarbone after a crash in a main North Yorkshire road.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:50:49 +0100Council presses ahead with plan to roll out fees to use North Yorkshire toilets
External funding could be sought to help fund council-owned conveniences in areas of North Yorkshire popular with tourists — but controversial fees to use public toilets are still set to be rolled out across the county.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:46:53 +0100£242,000 grant secures future of 'defining element' of Elizabethan country house
Burton Constable Hall, on the route from Beverley to the Holderness coast, has secured £242,000 from the Museums Estate and Development (MEND) Fund, from Arts Council England.