York Press

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Internationally significant' York building needs repairs
An historic York building deemed internationally significant is in need of repairs, according to recently-lodged restoration plans.

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'She didn’t make it' - York family backs major campaign
Millie Wright Children’s Charity has backed Dying Matters Awareness Week.

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:18:38 +0100
Local talent showcased in photography competition held in town near York
Sherbutt Home Care Services Ltd in Pocklington, which supports adults with additional needs, said its client Joe Sharp was given the title of Photographer of the Year 2026 after showing off his creative talent.

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:06:48 +0100
Emergency services called to incident at bridge near North Yorkshire village
The county's fire and rescue service said crews were called to Whitley Bridge around 10.30pm last night (Tuesday, May 12).

Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
York woman and her mum in business success with John Lewis store pop-up
A York entrepreneur who has launched a jewellery business online with her mum, which is to open a pop-up in a John Lewis.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:45:00 +0100
Argument between painter decorator and residents led to street violence, court hears
A York council house maintenance contract turned into street violence after a householder accused a painter of unsafe practice, York Crown Court heard.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:42:01 +0100
21-year-old woman who went missing from Scarborough area found safe
North Yorkshire Police said missing Alisha, 21, was last seen in the Woodland Avenue area of the town around 6pm yesterday (Tuesday, May 12).

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Much-loved York department store is a finalist in city award
Barnitts has been named in the finals of a York-wide competition to find the city's best independent retailer.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Record turnout expected for upcoming Great York Walk charity event
The Great York Walk 2026 returns this weekend, with 225 participants already signed up to walk and support Mentally Fit York.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ripon 10-mile race sees record turnout of runners as numbers nearly double
A popular North Yorkshire race, the Ripon 10, drew almost 300 runners to this year's event.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free dental checks for fishermen offered at Bridlington Harbour
A mobile dental studio is offering free check-ups and treatments for local fishermen at Bridlington Harbour.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Experienced financial planner joins York-based financial planner
Seasoned financial expert Rosie Braithwaite has joined the team at PenLife Associates in York.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Street funding boost to bring mobility scooter hire to York station
Shopmobility York will be including a new service to help people with mobility needs, thanks to the Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brewery near Hunmanby to host annual Walking the Wolds event
Wold Top Brewery is inviting people to enjoy scenic views, local heritage, and refreshments with a unique walking experience.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Smokers urged to quit with free digital support app across North Yorkshire
Smokers across Yorkshire and the Humber are being encouraged to use free digital support to help them quit for good.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York festival event explores life, loss and the afterlife this weekend
York’s Dead Good Festival, Love, Loss and the Afterlife, will be held this weekend at Mindful Memorials, at York Cemetery.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thirsk event bringing children’s story to life with live orchestral performance
A live orchestral performance of the children’s book, Keith’s Big Leap, is coming to the stage at The Ritz Cinema this year.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Staff at pet food company taking on Yorkshire relay for men’s mental health
Four staff at Burgess Pet Care are taking on a gruelling 100km charity relay run across Yorkshire for charity Andy’s Man Club.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rare vintage engine to go on display at Tractor Fest in Yorkshire
A rare Ruston & Hornsby 1HR engine will go on display at this year's Tractor Fest at Newby Hall.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York right now
Here is a list of the cheapest fuel prices in York, according to petrolprices.com.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School uniform recycling scheme helping families in Easingwold
Parents in Easingwold could save on school uniform costs thanks to an innovative recycling scheme from Outwood Grange Academy Trust.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York veterinary practice wins national award for sustainability efforts
Minster Veterinary Practice has received the Investors in the Environment Green Award for the fourth time.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Acclaimed comic Daniel Foxx heading to Scarborough later this month
Comedian Daniel Foxx is bringing his How Lovely tour to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre later this month.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free diabetes awareness talk to be held at Norton care home
Rivermead Care Home in Norton is inviting the public to a free diabetes talk this month.

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Couple convert North Yorkshire railway station into unique family home
Tim and Elly Hill moved from Bourne, in Lincolnshire, to Battersby station in 2007 and have now converted it into a four-bed home.

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Inspectors raise concerns over staff shortages at high security prison near York
Inspectors have raised concerns over staff shortages at high security prison HMP Full Sutton.

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Families call on government to appoint chair for TEWV NHS trust inquiry
Families affected by alleged failings at the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) are calling on the government to appoint a chair for its public inquiry into the trust.

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Rare chance to create 'one of York’s most impressive family homes' - in £1.2m sale
A former York care home for sale for £1.2 million could be turned into one of the city's "most impressive family homes", an estate agent said.

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:32:26 +0100
Gardeners should think twice before binning one thing tomato plants love
Gardeners should avoid binning this kitchen waste as it can help provide extra nutrition and act as a fertiliser for tomato plants.

Tue, 12 May 2026 14:45:49 +0100
Traffic delays ease as A64 reopens following earlier crash
North Yorkshire Police said officers were at the scene of a crash on the A64 near High Hutton this afternoon (May 12).

Tue, 12 May 2026 12:21:15 +0100
Delays begin to ease after crash in major North Yorkshire road
All traffic has been held after a crash in a major North Yorkshire road.

Tue, 12 May 2026 18:36:18 +0100
One-day-a-week closure for this year's York Christmas Market approved
Plans to close the next York Christmas Market one day a week have been approved.

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:47:43 +0100
Future of Thor's in York city centre secure with opening in days
A pop-up bar and street food venue's future in its York city centre pitch has been secured for another five years ahead of its summer launch in days.

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:20:00 +0100
'To us safety is paramount' - popular York group gets life-saving kit
York Vikings Rotary Club has funded new river safety equipment for members of York’s only sea scout group.

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:10:21 +0100
New ‘Dracula’ themed bar opens in historic former post office
A ‘BRAM Stoker themed bar’ has opened in an historic former North Yorkshire post office after the conversion of the property was given the green light.

Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Road closures as works for major York project enter final stages
Road closures are set to take place within weeks for the final stages of part of the work on a major York regeneration project.

Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire clothing charity awarded £2,000 funding boost
The Clothing Bank in North Yorkshire that supported more than 10,000 people in need last year has been awarded a £2,000 grant.

Tue, 12 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Celebrations as North Yorkshire school joins big birthday party
PUPILS at Sand Hutton and Warthill Federated Schools came to class in shades of blue and green to celebrate Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday.

Tue, 12 May 2026 18:05:32 +0100
Child involved in collision with black car that drove off in York village
A 10-year-old girl was involved in a collision with a car in a York village.

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:34:37 +0100
Appeal for two retired North Yorkshire police dogs who need urgent surgery
Two retired police dogs from the county's force are in urgent need of life-changing surgery.

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:08:25 +0100
WATCH - North Yorkshire thug jailed after attacking man with 'art and craft' scissors
A North Yorkshire man has been jailed after lunging at someone with scissors that he claimed he had for 'art and craft purposes'.

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:02:00 +0100
New landlady reveals how she ended up with her late father's village pub near York
The daughter of a much-loved York publican has explained why she is taking over the reins of her late father’s pub.

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:47:15 +0100
Business rates concerns are on the increase across Yorkshire
The level of West and North Yorkshire firms concerned about business rates is continuing to rise, it has been revealed.

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:45:11 +0100
Thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco seized in city centre raid
Thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco products have been taken off the streets of York in a joint operation between police and trading standards.

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:58:38 +0100
Parents demand answers over school education concerns
PARENTS in Whitby say they are ‘immensely disappointed’ and feel ‘back at square one’ following a fiery public meeting over the future of the town’s secondary education.

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:27:38 +0100
'No change' at York Designer Outlet after sale to Mike Ashley's Fraser Group
The manager of the York Designer Outlet has confirmed that the sale of the site to Mike Ashley's Fraser Group will not affect the management of the shopping centre on the edge of the city.

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:40:11 +0100
Scarborough beach 'top of the plops' for bad water quality
Scarborough South Bay in North Yorkshire has been handed a 'Brown Flag' award for poor water quality.

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:38:21 +0100
Storm-hit charity shop's repairs approved
THE exterior of a popular coastal charity shop that was damaged ‘beyond repair’ due to a storm will be repaired after plans were given the go-ahead.

Tue, 12 May 2026 14:57:35 +0100
Closure of much-loved North Yorkshire gift store is 'wake up call' says owner
The owner of a much-loved Harrogate card and gift shop says its impending closure serves as a ‘wake-up call’ to central and local government over the rising costs and other troubles facing small businesses.

Tue, 12 May 2026 14:28:19 +0100
Camra backs campaign to save pub from flat conversion
A COMMUNITY campaign to reopen a pub that is set to be converted into flats has been launched in a North Yorkshire resort.

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