Rail Ministers have refused to confirm whether a “necessary” scheme to improve train connections between York, Harrogate and Knaresborough will be axed.

John Fletcher reveals his labour of love - mapping the family trees of York musicians and the fantastic local music scene over the years

Fitness meets puzzles in a new event aiming to challenge both the body and mind.

Firefighters were called to what is believed to be an electrical fire in an Audi last night.

YORK is set for another mammoth bookstore, this time in Micklegate.

A project focused on understanding teenage girls’ experiences in public parks has led to real changes on the ground.

A highly-rated Taiwanese bubble tea café has received one-star for food hygiene at its outlet in York's Coney Street.

Hugh Douglas-Roberts has begun the restoration and development of 18-19 Colliergate, a Grade II* listed former townhouse built no later than 1748 for Ralph Yoward, a solicitor and receiver of the Archbishop of York's rents.

An award-winning violinist is set to perform in Harrogate this weekend.

York’s smallest pub has again stirred big memories, prompting a flood of recollections about the pint-sized treasure that has charmed generations of drinkers.

Richard Roberts Holdings application to restore 18-19 Colliergate followed the closure of Edwardian Bedding in September last year and the end of commercial use across the three floors of the Grade II* listed building.

Plans have been submitted to convert the vacant upper floors above Oliver Bonas in York into eight flats – but a neighbouring bar has warned the proposals would “ruin our business”.

Pignut & The Hare restaurant at Scawton is celebrating a top rating in the Good Food Guide.

Emergency services have been called to a crash on a main road in North Yorkshire.

A level crossing in the centre of a York village is set to be out of action while work is carried out.

A body has been discovered among rocks on Withernsea beach is believed to be missing teenager Grace Keeling, say the county’s police force.

One lane of a major York road is currently partially closed after a crash.

A global fried chicken chain has revealed it may be coming to York.

A parcel has been stolen from a doorstep in Lawrence Street, York.

A man has been arrested after threatening people with a bottle in York city centre.

Defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court included two who committed crimes against women. One was jailed and the other got a community order.

DAVID WILSON tells the story of a York family whose legacy lives on today - Terrys of York

A “rare gem” of an apartment overlooking Filey Beach has hit the market - for £575,000.

A well-known mead producer near York, who appeared on BBC TV’s Dragon’s Den in 2024, is reporting a “phenomenal” year of “exponential” growth.

Here is this week's food review at Kalpakavadi, the Indian restaurant, in Fossgate, York

'MPs should not be allowed to defect to another party' - says our letter writer. Do you agree?

THE limestone scenery above Settle is lovely, particularly at this time of the year- as we discover on this country walk perfect for the weekend

A decision is set to be made after Europa Oil and Gas submitted an application to North Yorkshire Council to test for natural gas near Burniston.

A public consultation has backed a proposed council tax increase in York and North Yorkshire to help fund fire and rescue services.

York’s Chocfest returns this year, partnering with Circus Skills CIC, promising a feast of spectacle and taste.

The hit and run driver of a Land Rover who caused the death of University of York scientist Professor Simon McQueen-Mason has been spared a trip to jail.

North Yorkshire Council’s lettable standard, a pledge to improve council housing standards across York, has been welcomed by tenants.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council says it's disappointed after it was announced a £32.2 million reduction in funding over the next three years.

A young girl whose dad died after a crash in Wetwang on Boxing Day has received a kind-hearted gesture to allow her to live out her dream.

A pub with rooms in North Yorkshire described as an 'absolute gem' in a pretty village, has been hailed among the best in England

Boroughbridge Manor in York has received outstanding feedback in a customer satisfaction survey.

The "Preparing for Adulthood" event, aimed at families of young people with SEND, will be held at the Mercure Hotel in Willerby in February.

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to City of York Council.

North Yorkshire Council has installed three electronic flood warning signs to help motorists across the Yorkshire Dales.

The Met Office is predicting an overcast weekend for York with occasional light rain.

A major multinational fast-food chain has received one-star for food hygiene at its branch at the York Designer Outlet.

A mental health pop-up event is coming to Scarborough Library next weekend.

The jury in a York murder trial has seen CCTV footage the prosecution say is two killers going into the bedsit where a man was stabbed to death. They have also seen video of a Peugeot.

Top of the Wold, the play, is a collaboration between East Riding Libraries and Mikron Theatre Company, and will tour venues across the region.

After 25 years of musical performance in the city perhaps you are familiar with our work – if not read on we may surprise you!

Find out who was unmasked on The Masked Singer 2026 tonight (January 17) as Gargoyle's real identity was finally revealed on the ITV show.

The Masked Singer 2026 fans think they have already 'worked out' who Red Panda is after the character performed on the ITV show for the first time

Fans are convinced they know who Sloth is on The Masked Singer 2026 - do you think it's this popular comedian?

Red Panda returns to The Masked Singer tonight (January 17) in episode four of the ITV show, after being removed from the start of the new series

Ant and Dec issued an apology after deleting a post on Belta Box X and Instagram accounts announcing Hanging Out With Ant & Dec podcast