York Press

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:53:58 +0100
Parts of York secondary school closes to all students due to severe heat
The Lower School at All Saints Catholic School in Nunnery Lane is closed to all students today and tomorrow

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:41:34 +0100
Crash reported on major North Yorkshire road
Reports are coming in of a crash outside York on the A64.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:36:00 +0100
Extreme heat in classrooms forces closure of North Yorkshire school
A school in North Yorkshire will close at 12.30pm today (Thursday 25th June) and Friday 26th June, after it said extreme temperatures have been recorded in its classrooms.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:26:00 +0100
Animal evades firefighters in York city centre rescue attempt
AN animal stuck inside the roof of a York city centre building has evaded a firefighter rescue attempt.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:45:24 +0100
Police issue update after theft of valuable HGV trailer in North Yorkshire town
North Yorkshire Police released new CCTV images of a man the force said may help its long-running investigation into a December 2025 theft in Sherburn-in-Elmet, and is appealing for the public's assistance.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Meet the 71-year-old York man with the dream career and no plans to retire
York brewing expert David Smith is celebrating 50 years of making beer better.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:47:07 +0100
Car accessory bursts into flames on busy main road in East Yorkshire town
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said firefighters were called to the B1249 Scarborough Road in Driffield around 5.25pm yesterday.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two York camping destinations named among UK's best for 2026
Flaxton Meadows and Ravensdale Glamping Retreats have been named in Campsites.co.uk's Outstanding Sites for 2026.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Young fundraiser from Norton raises £152 for children's cancer charity in an hour
A young fundraiser from Norton has raised an impressive £152 for Candlelighters in just one hour after selling homemade cakes and sweet treats from outside her home.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire school welcomes teaching interns for DfE programme
A group of aspiring teachers have begun a hands-on teaching experience at Outwood Academy Easingwold in North Yorkshire.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York Hospital Radio volunteer celebrates 50 years behind the microphone
Philip Bewers, from Acomb, has reached 50 years of service at York Hospital Radio after joining in June 1976.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Why this new tax could revive our ailing high streets and help housing crisis'
'Why this new tax could revive our high street and help housing crisis'

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rare hypercars and classics draw large crowds to Harrogate showcase
The annual Harrogate Concours event brought together collectors, car enthusiasts, and families to enjoy nearly 100 high-performance vehicles.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hundreds gather in Harrogate on the anniversary of murdered MP
Mayors from Harrogate and Knaresborough danced together in their mayoral chains during a well-being session at this year’s Great Get Together.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Award-winning comedians and theatre makers heading to York
A pre-Edinburgh Fringe festival of comedy and theatre previews, called Halfway to Edinburgh, is returning to Theatre@41.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York rated number two in the nation for public toilets
York has been ranked number two in the nation for its public toilets according to new research.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Temporary road closures announced across York for highway works
Temporary road closures have been announced as resurfacing and maintenance works start in York.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire Moors Railway launches new membership packages
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has launched its all-new tiered membership packages for 2026.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge crowds flock to Scarborough as indie legends bring classic hits to stage
Thousands of fans danced and sang along as The Kooks brought 20 years of hits to the Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York waste management firm unveils bold rebrand for next decade
A York-based waste management company, BusinessWaste.co.uk, is entering its 11th year in business with a bold new rebrand.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Artisan traders and young entrepreneurs set for well-known York market
Shambles Market is set to host a special evening event, the Makers Market, featuring around 30 local craft and artisan traders next month.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York scientists help uncover possible all-female ancient burial site
University of York scientists have identified a possible all-female burial site belonging to an extinct human relative.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Temporary road closure planned along Moor Lane near Full Sutton
Here is the latest public notice announced in York.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Why we need a Youth Triple Lock to create opportunity for younger generations'
York Outer MP Luke Charters says we need a Youth Triple Lock - in his monthly Press column

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rising costs and VAT threaten jobs and investment, warns Harrogate owner
Simon Midgley, owner of The Starling in Harrogate and chair of Harrogate BID, is backing the national VAT’s The Problem campaign.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Grand Opera House York to host first UK tour of popular film-adapted musical
The first UK tour production of Burlesque the Musical is coming to the Grand Opera House York next year.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Winners crowned in Northern Aldborough Festival singing contest
Tom Lilburn and Jack Redman have claimed the top spot in the Northern Aldborough Festival New Voices Singing Competition.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire council makes history with prestigious sustainable travel award
A NORTH Yorkshire town council has made history after becoming the county's only local authority to win a prestigious award for sustainable travel.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chart-topping star grateful for reclaimed vision after 'life-changing' treatment
Eternal singer and actress, Kelle Bryan, has opted for major eye treatment at a popular clinic, which has a centre in York.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Cafe that rehabilitates inmates gets one-star for food hygiene
A prison café at Askham, near York, that trains inmates for a life in the outside world has scored a one-star for food hygiene.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Celebration of York and North Yorkshire firms today as Top 100 is revealed
A celebration of the York and North Yorkshire economy takes place in the city today (Thursday), with the launch of the Top 100.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:40:36 +0100
Aldi’s £8.99 sell-out pet pool is back for heatwave – but it won’t be around for long
Aldi has relaunched its sell-out pet pool, available for £8.99, this summer to keep dogs cool in high temperatures.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:06:29 +0100
Search launched after North Yorkshire man skips court hearing
A North Yorkshire man is wanted by police after skipping his court hearing.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dealer who made £35,000 living in shop doorway told to wear electronic tag
The drug dealer who lived in the doorway of WH Smith in Coney Street, York, has been found a home in Acomb and freed from jail.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family praise 'incredible' M&S team who saved York man's life
The family of York man John Hardcastle have praised the Marks & Spencer team who saved his life.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
York bakes under 30C humid heat today after being placed under amber alert
Tourists and residents of York have sought shade as the city bakes after being placed under an amber heat alert.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0100
School proms in York - pupils head off to end-of-year celebrations in style
Teenagers look forward to this all year - it's school proms season again!

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Top DJ heads to North Yorkshire - when and where to see the show
Thousands of dance fans are set to head to North Yorkshire's coast as a top DJ brings big beats to the seafront this week.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Dozens of gliders to soar above York and North Yorkshire for national contest
Nearly 40 gliders will take off near York this summer as top pilots prepare to descend for a national contest.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:19:30 +0100
Rock icon announces headline show in York
A frontman of a top American band has announced a headline tour with a date confirmed for York.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:17:03 +0100
Changes proposed to North Yorkshire resort's £6.68million redevelopment
CHANGES have been proposed to a major Station Gateway redevelopment in a North Yorkshire resort.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
What are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this week?
Here is a list of the cheapest garages in York, according to petrolprices.com.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:24:16 +0100
Power cut reported across areas of North Yorkshire
A POWER cut has been reported in areas of North Yorkshire.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
North Yorkshire cottage with 'best views in town' drops price £100k ahead of auction
A North Yorkshire cottage boasting 'the best views' goes to auction after a price drop to £400,000.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Major road in York and North Yorkshire to close for repairs this weekend
A major road in York is set to be closed later this week for resurfacing works.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Top East Yorkshire landlady to re-open Wolds village pub next month
A traditional village Wolds pub is to re-open next month after several months of closure and major renovations.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'Once-in-a-generation' chance for town near York to grow heritage and community hub
Pocklington Town Council said it has agreed to support a partnership approach with the Pocklington District Heritage Trust (PDHT) and the Pocklington Community Trust (PCT) to develop Burnby Hall in The Balk into a community and heritage hub

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:29:33 +0100
‘Fund warfare not welfare’, says North Yorkshire MP
A NORTH Yorkshire MP has hit out at the ‘unsustainable’ number of people claiming unemployment benefits in his constituency.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:37:56 +0100
Plan for North Yorkshire children's home to get go ahead
RETROSPECTIVE plans for a children’s home in a North Yorkshire town are set to be approved despite concerns about antisocial behaviour and police incidents.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:15:21 +0100
'So honoured and delighted' - York-born Oscar winner's new role a tribute to father
Dame Judi Dench has become honorary patron of The Prince of Wales’s Leinster Regiment (Royal Canadians) Association

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