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Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000Popular children's attraction near York welcomes Santa
William’s Den, in North Cave, has welcomed the arrival of Father Christmas.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000FULL LIST: York and North Yorkshire restaurants commended in prestigious food guide
North Yorkshire has been celebrated as a foodie hotspot in a popular restaurant guide’s 2026 edition.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000'Rocking Rudolph' to bring Christmas cheer to York communities
Dewent Lion's Rocking Rudolph is set to visit villages across York on the build up to Christmas.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire manufacturer built on grit and family values scoops top award
A leading manufacturing business built on grit and family values has scooped a top accolade at The Press Business Awards 2025.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:08:42 +0000Woman 'trapped' by her own car after it rolled back as she got out
A woman has been left "trapped" by her own car in Knaresborough after it rolled back as she got out of it, the fire service said.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:53:46 +0000Chimney fire in North Yorkshire town – crews on the scene
Emergency services have been called to a chimney fire in Goslip Terrace, Pickering.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000'Lonely' cottage on York traffic island is back on the market – with a new price
A “lonely” cottage next to York Racecourse is back on the market – with a new price.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:39:00 +0000Weekend Yorkshire walk that inspired legendary book and film
This weekend's walk invites you to follow in the footsteps of the Brontes in Haworth
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:14:00 +0000North Yorkshire town market celebrates 771st year with festive event
A NORTH Yorkshire town is celebrating the 771st anniversary of its market.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:10:00 +0000New pop-up shop chosen by visitors and shoppers opens in market town
A NEW pop-up shop which was chosen by shoppers and visitors has opened in Malton.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire author's new book reveals untold women stories in 1980s AIDS epidemic
A NORTH Yorkshire author has written a new book telling the untold women’s stories from the AIDS epidemic.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:41:00 +0000FOOD REVIEW: This 'great catch' of a village pub will leave you 'tickled pink'
Growing up in Wetherby, I would often visit the former Chequers Inn at nearby Bilton-on-Ainsty with my parents.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000York MP praises school students during UK Parliament Week visit
Rachael Maskell, MP for York Central, visited Archbishop Holgate’s School and praised "the engagement" of students.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Nearly 10,000 extra services per year to be added in York East Coast Line
Rail bosses in York are preparing for nearly 10,000 extra services per year along the East Coast Main Line.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Railway workers helped find more than 120 missing people in the past year
LNER rail workers have helped locate more than 120 missing people in the past 12 months.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fake online adverts in York seek to 'undermine democracy and community cohesion'
Fake online adverts promoting fictitious City of York Council initiatives have been condemned by the authority's leader.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Disappointing' lack of increases in yearly bus cash - as North Yorkshire gets £40m
York and North Yorkshire’s mayor has welcomed almost £41 million in Government bus funding over the coming years - but said a lack of yearly increases is disappointing.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000York to host Britain's strong men and women championships next year
The city of York is set to become the epicentre of the strength world once again by hosting Britain's strongest men and women's events in July.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000North Yorkshire school named the best for academic excellence fifth year running
Queen Ethelburga’s College has been crowned Independent School of the Year for Academic Excellence in the North for the fifth year running.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Free health checks for some 40 to 74 year olds in York to continue
Free health checks offered to some people aged 40 to 74-year-old are set to continue.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000World-famous engine to set out for special excursion from York later this month
A world-famous train is set to return to the East Coast Mainline later this month.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000VOTE: Last chance to choose your favourite coffee shop in York
It's your last chance to vote for the coffee shop that perks up your day in a Press contest.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'World-famous' North Yorkshire 1940s pie shop is like 'stepping back in time'
This 'world-famous' 1940s pie shop in Whitby, North Yorkshire is a 'little gem' that's like 'stepping back in time in the best possible way'
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000More than £50k cash boost to support premature babies and their families in York
A more than £50,000 cash boost from the York Register office will help support premature babies and their families in York.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000'Arrogant, rude and abusive' company director assaulted police officer in York
"Arrogant, rude, abusive” company director Marek Nelken assaulted a police officer during a drunken encounter on Ouse Bridge in York, a court heard.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000What will the weather be like in York this weekend?
Here's your weekend weather forecast from the Met Office
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:39:00 +0000UK drivers face £2500 fines amid snow and ice Met Office weather warning
After reports suggest the UK will be hit by a 'snow bomb' soon, motoring experts have warned Brits about potentially huge fines.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000How smart are you? Get more than 7 correct answers to find out your IQ
Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:35:37 +0000Police hunt wanted York man
Police are hunting wanted Isaac Green, 30, from York.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000'This year I’m looking forward to a cosy Christmas with them both'
YORK woman Alice Hildred, who is recovering from cancer is backing the Yorkshire Cancer Research UK Christmas campaign.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:23:39 +0000Armed police kill dog in York after man attacked and another chased
Armed police killed an aggressive Alsation-type dog in York after it attacked one man and then chased a delivery driver.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:15:00 +0000Hundreds of Santas set to take part in annual Chase the Pud event in York
More than 250 runners are set to descend on York Knavesmire for the annual Chase the Pud festive fundraiser for the British Heart Foundation.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Showers expected in York over weekend – with highs of 13C
Showers are expected in York over the weekend – but temperatures are set to rise, according to the Met Office.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Top comedian announces second York show after overwhelming demand
A top comedian has announced a second show in York after unprecedented demand for his first.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:51:57 +0000West and North Yorkshire Chamber completes Middle East trade mission
West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce has successfully completed a trade mission to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:28:20 +0000Mayor's 'Magic Tenner' Christmas campaign to support high street independents
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has pushed other mayors across the North to take part in a new challenge on the high street in the run up to Christmas.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:13:00 +0000Cyclist jailed for street violence that 'could have killed' pedestrian
A cyclist who chased after a pedestrian and stamped on his face as he lay unconscious in late-night Scarborough violence has been jailed.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:06:55 +0000York firm boosted by city council support
A York conservation firm training up the next generation of expert craftspeople has praised City of York Council for the business support that has helped it thrive.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:48:37 +0000'He leaves quite a legacy' - Fans worldwide share tributes to North Yorkshire owl
Tributes are coming in from as far afield as Peru after a "beloved" wild North Yorkshire tawny owl has gone missing.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:35:47 +0000Free event to help York and North Yorkshire firms promote themselves
The event will help businesses get in front of journalists in 2026
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000Man suffers knife wound to neck - two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man suffered a serious knife wound to his neck in a North Yorkshire village.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000'There's no greater joy' - champion of York's creatives honoured with top award
One of York's most creative forces has honoured at The Press Business Awards 2025 for her outstanding leadership, vision, and impact.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:47:31 +0000'Tis the season' - Handmade gifts on offer at unique York Christmas market
Handmade gifts and festive cheer are on offer at a unique Christmas market set to be held in York next week.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:53:03 +0000Fifteen arrests made in first five days of police drink and drug drive crackdown
Fifteen arrests have been made in the first five days of a police crackdown on drink and drug driving.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:27:00 +0000Dealer who made £573,000 in illegal drug sales is ordered to hand over just £9
Drug dealer Turek Turan made £573,809 through illegal sales of street drugs, prescriptions drugs and cannabis laced sweets - but was ordered to hand over just £9, York Crown Court heard.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:14:27 +0000York firm enjoys success with poo bags for pooches
A York company is enjoying the sweet smell of success with its recently-launched compostable poo bags for pets.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:56:45 +0000Singing star shares what to expect at upcoming Christmas gig at Barbican in York
Yorkshire folk nightingale Kate Rusby returns as bright as a festive robin to York Barbican on December 11 on her 20th anniversary Christmas Is Merry tour.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:51:00 +0000Helmsley Christmas tree festival opens to joyous start
HELMSLEY enjoyed a joyful start to the festival season as the town opened its Christmas Tree Festival with a community weekend celebration
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:44:49 +0000Free support to help North Yorkshire employers become inclusive
Free support is on offer to employers to help them create inclusive job opportunities.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:34:21 +0000Businessman who spent millions restoring North Yorkshire castle dies at 92
The American owner who spent millions restoring Allerton Castle has died.