York Press

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:10:14 +0000
Vandals attack multiple cars in busy York street
Vandals have slashed multiple car tyres on a busy street in York.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:57:13 +0000
Serious crash closes miles of major road in North Yorkshire - long delays expected
Police are urging road users to avoid the area.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:12:45 +0000
E-bike ridden at pedestrians on busy central York footpath
A man has deliberately ridden an E-bike at pedestrians on a busy central York footpath, police say.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:56:46 +0000
Vehicle fire sparked on outskirts of North Yorkshire city
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Ripon were called to a tractor fire Moorside Dale in the south-west of the city around 9.50pm yesterday (February 1).

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:38:00 +0000
Is cash still king? No, it's time to go card only
It's time to go card only says our letter writer - do you agree?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:30:00 +0000
New padel court proposed to meet rising demand in North Yorkshire
A brand-new padel court has been proposed for Brayton in North Yorkshire.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Key decisions on plans to expand factory into woodland won't go to councillors
​Council planning chiefs have rejected a call for key decisions on Harrogate Spring Water’s controversial plans to extend its factory into an area of community woodland to be made by elected members.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'It's a piece of York history' - first look inside unique £1.5m city townhouse
Here is a first look inside this unique £1.5m townhouse which incorporates the former York Theatre Royal stone arches

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Where is the best sandwich in York? It's time to have your say
The competition is on to find York’s best sandwich bar - and it’s time for you to have your say.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'It's obviously a UFO' - debate over photo of mysterious object in the sky
A photo of an unidentified object in the sky over York has sparked lively debate among readers.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
New care home set to open in York - here’s when
Clifton Hall, a new care home in Shipton Road, York, is set to open in April.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:46:24 +0000
Chocolate bar sold in major UK supermarkets 'will not shrink' despite rising costs
Tony’s Chocolonely, which has more than 20 partners including Waitrose and Aldi, vows not to shrink its 180g chocolate bars.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:45:26 +0000
Postcode checker shows if you've benefitted from £11 billion mobile upgrade
The new tool comes as economic experts suggest the UK economy is missing out on a massive £6billion a year due to poor mobile coverage

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:44:39 +0000
Drivers warned petrol prices could rise in the UK after strikes on Iran
Edmund King, president of the AA, warned the disruption could drive up petrol prices around the world.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:23:56 +0000
March Premium Bonds winners revealed - see if you won £1 million
National Savings and Investments have announced the March 2026 Premium Bonds winners. See if you've won big.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:58:02 +0000
Emergency services called to crash on major road in North Yorkshire
Emergency services have been called to a crash on the B1222 in Stillingfleet.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:07:38 +0000
Air Ambulance lands in York supermarket car park
A Yorkshire Air Ambulance has landed in Asda Superstore car park in Monks Cross Shopping Park, York.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:22:11 +0000
MP offers support for constituents stranded in Middle East
Alison Hume MP has offered support to constituents and their families and loved ones who are currently stranded in the Middle East.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:47:16 +0000
PICTURES - Thousands of Comic Con fans attend event in York
Thousands of Comic Con fans descended on The Knavesmire in York today.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:23:44 +0000
Speed limit changes set to affect major road in York
Drivers travelling down the A59 in York are being warned about a speed limit change.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:46:09 +0000
Rail tragedy that claimed ten lives remembered in North Yorkshire ceremony
A memorial service to remember who perished in the Great Heck Railway Tragedy was held at Selby Abbey.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:28:42 +0000
Man, 41, to appear at court after being charged with theft and criminal damage
A 41-year-old man has been charged with theft of a motor vehicle, criminal damage and two counts of vehicle interference in Scarborough.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:16:17 +0000
Water bills are rising again but these 7 simple changes could save you £300
You can’t switch water supplier, but you can lower your bill. Experts share 7 practical ways to save money in 2026.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:06:00 +0000
Two drivers banned and thief jailed at York Magistrate Court
Two drivers were given long bans when they were among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:56:21 +0000
Owners win fight to stop former pub they've been living in being forced to reopen
​The owners of a former North Yorkshire village pub have successfully overturned an enforcement notice requiring them to restore the building to use as a public house.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:30:24 +0000
Car seized by police in North Yorkshire
A Mercedes car has been seized by North Yorkshire Police after a motorist was found driving without a licence or insurance in Scarborough.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:29:00 +0000
Gone but not forgotten - long-lost shops and businesses of this key York street
A look back at the long-lost shops and businesses from this key York street

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:04:00 +0000
'Amazing, incredible' tributes paid to Ryedale's Dr Jean Toynbee
WHEN popping to the shops in Malton conversations with Dr Jean Toynbee would often begin with: ‘You won’t remember me, but I was your patient when...’.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Why is the best of York signing up to voucher deals?
We all like a bargain! And isn’t it all the better when we can still go out and have a great time, enjoying fine and tasty foods, using discount vouchers.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
‘Remarkable’ York townhouse hits the market for £1.5 million - take a look around
A “remarkable” townhouse has hit the market in Mount Vale, near York Racecourse – for £1.5 million.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Plans for changes to future York Christmas Markets spark Blue Badge row
It comes amid proposals to change the way future York Christmas Markets are run.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Father admits grabbing son by throat during argument over drying clothes
A Selby father who held his teenage son in a throat hold during an argument over heating has admitted non-fatal strangulation.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'It was spectacular' - York couple complete legendary rally across Europe
A York couple have completed a once in a lifetime rally through some of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Caravan park pitches could double despite anger over 'tourism saturation'
A seasonal touring caravan park in an East Yorkshire coastal heritage area looks set to double the number of pitches despite objections from a local councillor and a residents assocaition over ‘tourism saturation’.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Library books returned 50 years late - after turning up in East Yorks charity shop
A pair of library books have been returned 50 years after they were due back – after they were found in a Beverley charity shop.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:10:00 +0000
Win big this March with three exclusive subscriber competitions
Subscribers have the chance to win one of three fantastic prizes this March, with competitions offering a touch of luxury, family fun and a shopping spree.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:03:06 +0000
Dentist shares the one brushing method you should always avoid to save your teeth
A dentist has shared that one brushing method should be avoided at all costs to help keep your teeth healthy in the long run

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:04:00 +0000
Cost of living help landing next month as government support rolls out for families
Families will see £150 off energy bills, a minimum wage rise, rail fare freeze and Universal Credit changes from April 2026. Here’s what support is coming in,

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:04:39 +0000
The 2 things you should never do when washing wool clothes to avoid ruining them
People have been advised to avoid doing a couple of things when washing wool clothing, so it can be kept in good condition

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Minimum Wage Rise 2026 what next month's pay boost means for UK workers
The National Living Wage will rise to £12.71 in April 2026, with 18-20-year-olds receiving an 8.5% boost. Here's how to check your pay ahead of the new rates.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:23:40 +0000
Man in court charged with wounding with intent after alleged stabbing in York
Jordan Ellerby has appeared in court charged with wounding with intent after an alleged stabbing in Trinity Lane, York.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:43:04 +0000
PICTURES - Morris dancers delight crowds in York and North Yorkshire
Morris dancers have delighted people with performances in York and Knaresborough today.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:57:08 +0000
Police warn drivers not to park on footpath along main road in York
North Yorkshire Police have warned those parking along Haxby Road in York not to obstruct its footpath.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:09:47 +0000
Girl, 13, receives a 'life-changing' bionic arm after being born without hand
Lexi Medforth, from Pocklington, who was born with a rare congenital condition, has been gifted a bionic Hero Arm.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 14:54:20 +0000
Award-winning tour company opens new ticket office and shop in York
The Deathly Dark Tours of York has opened a new premises in Grape Lane, York.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:27:41 +0000
'It's a win-win' - York businesses hail successful scheme to encourage shoppers
Businesses in York are celebrating Shop York, which helps encourage shoppers to the city and increase footfall.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:19:59 +0000
Area of main road in York set to close for two weeks
A stretch of Micklegate in York is to close for two weeks to allow for sewer works, City of York Council has confirmed.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:55:29 +0000
Shoppers warned to wear 'masks and gloves' to dispose of recalled toy due to asbestos
Breathing in high volumes of asbestos over a long period of time can cause asbestosis, which makes breathing difficult and enlarges the heart

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:15:00 +0000
Station sex offender and thieving employee sentenced at York court
A man who sexually assaulted a woman at a railway station and a thieving employee were among defendants sentenced recently at York Magistrates Court.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:43:25 +0000
Sheds in York believed to have been set alight by arsonists
Three garden sheds in the Kilburn Road area of York are believed to have been targeted by arsonists.

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