York Press

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:18:12 +0100
Cars broken into in North Yorkshire town – police urge drivers to be vigilant
Police are urging drivers to be vigilant after cars were broken into in Eastfield, near Scarborough.

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:45:00 +0100
Meet the York student running 874 miles in memory of his late father
Rafe Colman-Chadwick, 20, from Harrogate, who studies politics and social policy at the University of York, will run from John o’ Groats to Land’s End starting Thursday, June 4, 2026, to raise money for Brain Tumour Research.

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:45:00 +0100
‘When I was told, I got goosebumps’ - award for York pub open for only eight months
The Nag’s Head in Heworth Road received the highest number of postal votes from York Press readers when we asked them which was the best restaurant or gastro pub in the city, from a shortlist of ten finalists.

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:11:57 +0100
Car left on its side after crash on major York road
A car was left on its side after a crash on the A64 near the York Designer Outlet.

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:36:00 +0100
Kirkbymoorside 10k and tractor run raises funds for Yorkshire Air Ambulance
The annual Kirkbymoorside 10k proved as popular as ever with people attending from far and wide.

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Jumble sale to be held to support cat and kitten rescue
A FUNDRAISING event is being held this weekend to raise funds for a Ryedale-based charity.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York parks to host inclusive Make Space Festival for teenage girls
The Make Space Festival will take place across two weekends in June, offering more than 40 free events and activities in York for girls aged 10 to 18.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Holiday park along Yorkshire's east coast recruiting new chefs and cooks
Skirlington Coast Holiday Park is recruiting chefs and cooks for its kitchens.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular card shop in Selby announces opening new store in town centre
Elaine’s Cards, previously known as Alexander Cards, in Selby, is celebrating a new chapter after relocating to a fresh unit in the town centre.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands raised as 68th York carol concert supports cancer charity
The 68th carol concert at York Barbican has raised £8,000 for the Christmas Cheer Fund and York Against Cancer.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York students to represent Great Britain on an international stage
Fulford School pupils have been chosen for national Ultimate Frisbee squads in both the women’s and open Under-17 and Under-20 teams.

Wed, 06 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, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home hosting a shared meal event in hopes to tackle loneliness
Stamford Bridge Beaumont is taking part in a Don’t Dine Alone event as part of Barchester Healthcare’s scheme.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New gaming and web development courses introduced at Selby College
Selby College has introduced a new suite of gaming and website development courses.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New beauty salon could be coming to this York suburb
Plans have been submitted to City of York Council to convert office space at 21a Yarburgh Way in Badger Hill, off Hull Road, to a premises "providing hair, nail, brow, lash and skincare treatments."

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
York Croquet Club through to the next round after win in national competition
York Croquet Club recently celebrated getting into the next round of the National InterClub Short Lawn knock-out competition.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New 24-hour Evri parcel locker installed in Harrogate for residents
A new 24-hour Evri parcel locker has been introduced in Harrogate.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Gothic Victorian gift shop in York named among top ten finalists in competition
The Gothelie Station in York has reached the finals of a prestigious competition celebrating the city’s independent retailers.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Five star' York retailer gets zero stars for food hygiene
A popular food store in the centre of York has received a zero-star rating for food hygiene.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Harrogate to host Everything Electric festival after two years away
The Everything Electric festival is returning to the Great Yorkshire Event Centre this week.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Young Yorkshire rider secures podium finish in motorbike championship debut
Luca Hopkins, an 18-year-old from Yorkshire, recently secured a podium finish on his debut ride in a national motorbike championship.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Worker stole nearly £23,000 from three different employers, court hears
A thieving worker got away with nearly £23,000 as he stole from three different employers in 18 months, York magistrates heard.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
King gives innovation award to company from village outside York
The firm, based in Escrick, received the award in the category of innovation for its achievements in optical fibre testing of subsea systems.

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘Impressive’ apartment in ‘unique’ York development for sale – look inside
A “hugely impressive” flat has hit the market off Shipton Road in York for £300,000.

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
New series of hit crime drama to start filming in York
Patience will be filming next to York Minster later this month as the hit Channel 4 crime drama prepares to return for its third season.

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Royal seal of approval for York and North and East Yorkshire businesses in 2026
A total of 186 recipients, including one company awarded twice, have been honoured with the King’s Awards for Enterprise - with 14 of those from the wider Yorkshire and Humber region.

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:30:00 +0100
King grants award for manufacturer based outside York
The company which operates from just outside York has been honoured in the King’s Awards for Enterprise 2026 in the category of international trade.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:46:00 +0100
Daughter to re-open much-loved York village pub her dad ran for nearly 40 years
The daughter of a popular publican is to re-open a much-loved village pub near York, which was run by her father until he died of Covid in 2021.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:32:16 +0100
Woman wanted after driving car at girl in North Yorkshire town
North Yorkshire Police have launched an appeal after a woman drove at a girl near Scarborough, missing her by inches.

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Row erupts over York road repairs amid claims MP 'taking credit'
A row has erupted over claims a York MP is taking credit for road repairs.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:56:22 +0100
North Yorkshire farmers tell Prince of Wales they could be last generation to farm
Upland farmers in the Yorkshire Dales have told the Prince of Wales they fear for the future of agriculture as financial challenges and uncertainty increasingly loom large over the industry.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:27:03 +0100
Romance fraudsters steal £1.5m from victims in York and North Yorkshire
Cruel romance fraudsters stole more than £1.5 million from victims in York and North Yorkshire last year, new figures have revealed.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:11:47 +0100
High street giant responds to rumours about closure of North Yorkshire store
A high street giant has responded to rumours about the future of one of its stores in North Yorkshire.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:42:49 +0100
Prince of Wales praises unstoppable North Yorkshire communities during visit
The Prince of Wales has paid tribute to the rural communities of North Yorkshire during a visit to the region.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:20:07 +0100
Installation of nine new 5G antennas approved near town centre
Several new 5G internet antennas and radio equipment will be installed on top of a building near Scarborough town centre.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:02:22 +0100
Two huge football names delight students with special visit
Michael Dawson and Jesse Marsch have delighted students with a visit to Ashville College in Harrogate.

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:50:21 +0100
Dashcam appeal after car and bicycle collide in York
Drivers with dashcams are being urged to get in touch if they saw a car and bicycle collide in York.

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:36:28 +0100
Election decision for Whitby residents
Whitby residents have been asked whether they want to hold an election for a vacant town council seat.

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:05:17 +0100
Man seriously assaulted in York bar - police launch appeal
A man has been seriously assaulted at Yates bar in York.

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:14:09 +0100
Prince William meets with farmers in North Yorkshire - in pictures
Prince William visited Crow Tree Farm in Swaledale, North Yorkshire, meeting multi-generational farmers to discuss modern farming challenges, sustainability & family farm futures.

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:57:15 +0100
'York City’s promotion is in no small thanks to me'
York City’s promotion to the English Football League after a 10-year exile is in no small thanks to me and my none attendance, says our letter writer.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:55:08 +0100
North Yorkshire firm’s ‘starring role’ at Jeremy Clarkson's festival
Unibed has sponsored Farm Fest, a festival hosted by Jeremy Clarkson in Warwickshire.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:49:23 +0100
Major housebuilder seeks 'local hero' to open 195-home North Yorkshire scheme
A major housebuilder is appealing for a ‘local hero’ or ‘personality’  to open its new development at Chapel Hill, Boroughbridge.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:07:38 +0100
Budget supermarket chain gives update on new store plan
A budget supermarket chain has given an update on its plan to build a new store in North Yorkshire after facing a setback when part of its proposal was refused by the council.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:04:00 +0100
Decision due on York Christmas market rest day – after police raise security concerns
Council bosses will decide whether to introduce a rest day for the York Christmas market - after police raised concerns about the proposals.

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:43:08 +0100
Major engineering milestone in key York development completed
Gigantic concrete bridge beams were installed over the bank holiday weekend as part of a major engineering project in York.

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:17:23 +0100
Well-known York vet practice announces closure 'with a heavy heart' - job cuts
A vet practice in York has announced its closure this month - citing 'complex factors outside our control'.

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:35:52 +0100
Pizzeria reports 'fantastic' opening in North Yorkshire town with 7,000 diners
A newly-launched pizza restaurant has made a topping start in the centre of Harrogate.

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:20:32 +0100
Man who pulled 8.5‑tonne lorry with teeth targets 17‑tonne WW2 bomber near York
A strongman who hauled an 8.5 tonne lorry using his teeth is now setting his sights on a 17-tonne bomber plane near York.

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:52:53 +0100
Customers give rave reviews to iconic York company
York Gin is celebrating two gongs from TripAdvisor.

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