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Call for stronger hunting laws after police drop case over alleged fox chase footage
National animal welfare charity the League Against Cruel Sports has called for new stronger hunting laws after the police dropped a prosecution…
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Why are we handing British agriculture over to the EU? - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Auty, Great Hatfield.
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‘Check what your children are up to’: Reports of teenagers on Redcar beach urinating against caravans
A dispersal order has been issued for an area including Redcar beach after reports of teenagers urinating against caravans.
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Harrogate students show there is more than one route to success with Level 3 results day | Harrogate Informer
Learners from Harrogate College are celebrating their Level 3 results, with many achieving top marks in their technical qualifications.
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Thousands oppose plan to create restaurant at landmark Yorkshire hill
A petition against £3.75m plans for a visitor centre and restaurant on Castle Hill, Huddersfield has been signed by 5,329 people.
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Hollowing out of vocational education is Michael Gove's true legacy - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Doug Clark, Crosshills Road, Cononley, Skipton.
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Aspiring doctor from Harrogate says her exam success is down to 'stability at Ripon Grammar School'
A determined Ripon student who coped with ten house moves both in the UK and overseas throughout her childhood has provided one of the most impressive individual stories from A level results day.
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Calls grow for disposable barbecue ban after North Yorkshire wildfires
Jo Coles and Mayor David Skaith have renewed their call for a county-wide ban on the sale of disposable barbecues to prevent further wildfires.
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Families at war: Lessons to learn from family fraud case
Abuse of power of attorney case is a warning to families, says Yorkshire solicitor. Here, Emma Garfitt from Morrish Solicitors explains how to navigate the tricky field to keep everyone safe and protected.
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Lines blocked after incidents between York and North Yorkshire station
Two incidents have blocked the railway from York to a major North Yorkshire station.
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Plans submitted to operate four goods vehicles from farm near Malton
Dalby Firewood Limited is seeking a licence to operate four goods vehicles from Middle House Farm in Low Marishes.
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Car bursts into flames on major York road – fire crews called to scene
A car has burst into flames on the A64 in York with firefighters called to the scene.
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First look at cast bringing new Queen Elizabeth II play to York Theatre Royal
Jane Asher and Samantha Womack will star in a new play about Queen Elizabeth II, coming to York Theatre Royal.
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North Yorkshire Grand Prix returns to Ampleforth Abbey this weekend
The North Yorkshire Grand Prix will take place at Ampleforth Abbey this weekend.
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Mazda’s subtle CX-5 update delivers big gains where family SUV buyers need them most
Mazda’s top-selling SUV hasn’t ripped up the rulebook for its third outing; instead, it treads carefully, sticking close to a formula that’s…
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York salon studio in the running for two national hair and beauty awards
Libs Beauty Studio is in the running for two national awards after being shortlisted at the UK Hair & Beauty Awards.
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Five Harrogate district cricketers heading to national final at Lord's
Five young cricketers from the Harrogate district are heading to Lord’s after helping MCC Foundation York Hub reach a national final.
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Funding boost helps York theatre company give teenage boys a voice
Next Door But One, based in York, has been awarded a grant from Audible’s 2026 Future Stories Fund.
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New independent bookshop set to open on Parliament Street
A new independent bookshop is set to open in Harrogate town centre this autumn.
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Music, poetry and business events recently announced across Yorkshire
Yorkshire has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this month, with poetry, live music, and business fairs coming.
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Harrogate College students celebrate success on Level 3 results day
Students at Harrogate College are celebrating their Level 3 results, with learners achieving top marks in a range of technical qualifications.
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Two jailed and 4 set free when 6 shop burglars and thieves sentenced at York court
Six burglars and shoplifters were among defendants who appeared recently before York Magistrates' Court. Two were jailed but the rest walked…
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Ripon racegoers warned of delays as 10,000 expected at Great St Wilfrid meeting
Racegoers heading to Ripon Racecourse this weekend are being advised to allow extra time for their journey due to traffic restrictions on Boroughbridge Road.
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Rewilding project brings species back to Skipton estate
Volunteers say they documented about 1,750 species in the grounds of Broughton Sanctuary in Skipton.
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North Yorkshire Grand Prix returns to historic Ampleforth Abbey
The Ryedale Grand Prix returns to its historic North Yorkshire home of Ampleforth Abbey this weekend.
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Co-working boost for freelancers and remote workers in North Yorkshire city
A new co-working space has opened in Queen Street, Ripon, to support freelancers and remote workers.
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"Great fit, straight off the hanger," promises M&S as it announces its new Petites Ambassador
M&S has launched a new Petites womenswear collection - and announced the appointment of new Petite Fashion Ambassador, Dannii Minogue.
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How to have your say on new walking and cycling routes across East Riding
Residents are being asked to share their views on cycling and walking improvements as part of a new East Riding survey.
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Attack at Yorkshire fast food outlet
A member of staff at a Subway in Scarborough has been assaulted and verbally abused, police said.
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Whisky fans flock to Yorkshire distillery for 10th anniversary celebrations
More than 600 visitors attended a two-day event at the Spirit of Yorkshire distillery, marking its 10-year anniversary of distilling.
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Yorkshire Water starts £2.5m storm overflow project in York
Yorkshire Water has launched a £2.5 million storm overflow project to cut discharges into the River Ouse.
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Slingsby's gooseberry gin back by popular demand
Slingsby Gooseberry Gin has returned to the Harrogate brand's collection following months of requests from customers.
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Kirkbymoorside venue seeks licence for alcohol sales and film screenings
Daniel James Morbey submitted an application to sell alcohol and host indoor film screenings in York.
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Vet’s plea to pet owners over 'forever chemicals' pollution
A leading northern vet has issued pet owners with advice on how to reduce the environmental impact of parasite treatments comprising ‘forever chemicals’ after calls to ban their over-the-counter sales.
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Final cookery line-up confirmed for Harrogate Food and Drink Festival
The final line-up of chefs and culinary experts has been announced for this year's Harrogate Food and Drink Festival.
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University of York research reveals gaps in support to help smokers quit
A study from the University of York has suggested most smokers in low- and middle-income countries are not receiving the support they need to quit.
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Surge in abandoned kittens puts pressure on North Yorkshire animal rescue
Blue Cross in Thirsk has warned that a surge in abandoned kittens is putting pressure on animal rescue services across North Yorkshire.
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Free pump track coming to Helmsley for Tour of Britain celebrations
A free pump track will be open to the public in Helmsley, in the car park of the Black Swan in the Market Place, next month.
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York museum invites visitors to sample Victorian picnic favourites
York Castle Museum is serving up Victorian picnic recipes for visitors to try throughout August and September.
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New images reveal townhouses replacing former Harrogate metal works
Mulgrave Properties has unveiled the first computer-generated images of its Harrogate One development.
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Main road in North Yorkshire closed in both directions after serious accident
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is closed in both directions due to a serious accident.
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UK travel company enters liquidation after 10 years with no new bookings offered
Firefly Holidays offered high-quality trips to holiday villages, camping resorts, ski resorts and more across the likes of France, Spain and Italy.
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Iconic £2m Yorkshire attraction has price slashed to £100k – but there’s a catch
The selling price of an iconic Whitby tourist attraction has been slashed to £100,000 because it has to move out of town.
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Popular North Yorkshire housing development sells out its new homes
Barratt Homes has confirmed its Harclay housing development in Boroughbridge has completely sold out.
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Corridor care is a problem that won’t go away, the Government must grasp the nettle
Once again the dire state of hospital care is laid bare. Nothing quite epitomises the challenges that the NHS faces than the ever persistent problem of corridor care.
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Yorkshire falls further behind London as A Level attainment gap grows
The A Level attainment gap between Yorkshire and London has continued to grow, with the capital pulling even further ahead of the rest of the country when it comes to the top grades.
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Clashes over “solving the allotment crisis” in Sheffield come to a head
An allotment company has criticised Sheffield City Council after losing an appeal for planning permission for one of its sites.
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A-level results show young people are on the right track but they need to be provided with opportunities
The rise in the proportion of A-level entries awarded top grades for a third year in a row is undoubtedly to be celebrated. As is the popularity of maths.
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Planning permission alone won’t stop rogue shops selling illegal vapes - Nick Fletcher
This week’s announcement giving councils greater control over new vape shops recognises what communities, like here in Doncaster and across the country, have known for years. Planning reform is a welcome step, but the core problem isn't just the number of vape shops. It's that so many have become part of wider organised crime networks.
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Our political system leaves victims battling for justice - Daxa Patel
We have a political system whereby victims are constantly having to battle for justice, even when perpetrators and responsible parties have already been found to be in the wrong. The most recent example is the prospect of early release for two criminals involved in the murder of PC Harper.