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Danby Show 2026: Best pictures as children take centre stage at historic agricultural show
The Danby Show is one of Yorkshire’s most historic agricultural shows having first been held in 1848.
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Police investigating 'unexplained' deaths of two people in Yorkshire
Police are investigating after the ‘unexplained’ deaths of two people in West Yorkshire earlier this week.
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Dealer who hid drugs in a baby car seat jailed after being caught with cocaine again
A drug dealer who previously hid his illicit wares in a baby’s car seat has been jailed after being found with cocaine again.
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New shop with Post Office set to open in York suburb this week
A new shop and Post Office counter is set to open in a York suburb later this week.
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Top TV chef to visit York – and hand out free samples
Top TV chef Ainsley Harriott will be visiting Morrisons in York – and handing out free samples of his products.
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Watch - Footballer jailed after driving at nearly 200mph
A semi-pro footballer who was filmed driving at 191mph in West Yorkshire has been jailed, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has said.
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Were you there? When York watched the historic 1999 solar eclipse in 15 great photos
Remember the solar eclipse of 1999? These photos from York and the surrounding area will take you back.
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Person trapped after two vehicles crash in York – ambulance and firefighters called
A person has been left injured after being trapped in a vehicle following a crash in Sutton Road, York.
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Burnham considering disposable barbecue ban over wildfire epidemic
Several North Yorkshire politicians have already called for a ban on disposable barbecues after the devastation caused by the Langdale Moor fire last year.
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Man in court charged with murder after man dies in Yorkshire coastal town
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after a man died following what police called an “altercation” in Bridlington.
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Watch as helicopter tracks 100mph police chase involving stolen car
This video shows the moment police track down a driver who hit speeds of 100mph while being chased by officers.
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Former church to be converted into community centre and offices in Wakefield
Plans have been approved to convert a former church into a community centre and offices.
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EastEnders actor pretended to be Richard Hammond
An EastEnders star pretended to be Top Gear and Grand Tour star Richard Hammond after a fan mistook him for the motoring presenter.
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Don't miss forthcoming Harrogate event voted one of GQ magazine’s 'Top 100 Things to do in the World'
The return of the brilliant Raworths Salon North which brings the world’s most fascinating ideas in arts, science, and psychology to an intimate cabaret style setting to Harrogate has been announced.
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Yorkshire Water urges 'wise' usage during heatwave
Yorkshire Water says it expects a "significant increase" in usage with temperatures due to hit 30C.
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Police investigate racist and misogynistic graffiti along A64 in North Yorkshire
Police are investigating reports of racist, sexual and misogynistic messages daubed along a stretch of the A64.
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‘Hoax call’ sees two fire crews called out near major York attraction
A “hoax call” resulted in two fire crews being called out to trees near Clifford's Tower in York.
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Quirky East Yorkshire village pub named among the best in the country
A village pub has been named one of the best in the UK in a national listing of standout spots.
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'Rubbish bagged up' - Travellers clear-up before leaving York playing fields site
Travellers have moved on from a York playing field after being served a notice to leave from the council.
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Two vehicles crash on main road in North Yorkshire
Two vehicles have crashed on on the A169 in Pickering.
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Historic 180th anniversary of Yorkshire sporting club that's found formula for success in tough times for village cricket
The chairman of one of the Harrogate district’s oldest sporting institutions which has seen successive generations of the same families playing at the club has talked about its 180th anniversary and the key to its longevity.
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Whitby news and updates on historic North Yorkshire seaside town
Here are York Press' latest news stories on Whitby, North Yorkshire.
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Three fire crews tackle crop fire near Ripon
Firefighters from three stations joined together to tackle a crop fire near Ripon on Tuesday afternoon.
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More than 4 million chickens could be raised at Yorkshire farm under new plans
Six new poultry houses could be added to East Farm in Forest Lane, Alne, Easingwold on agricultural land at the 12.65 Hectare site, under plans…
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Harrogate plans spectacular festive events to boost town centre at 'important time of the year for businesses'
Plans have been revealed for a spectacular programme of festive events in Harrogate town centre this Christmas season to entertain families and boost footfall.
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Meet the Yorkshire man taking on a brutal ultramarathon where many entrants don't make it to the finish line
Just 40 per cent of the race’s total participants actually completed the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra last year. But Leeds man Ryan Morris is determined to make it to the end of the mammoth ultramarathon across the Lake District, whilst raising money to support a Yorkshire children’s hospice.
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Binmen won't collect your recycling if you make this 1 common mistake
A binman on TikTok has revealed why your recycling bin might not have been emptied.
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Watch semi-pro footballer driving BMW at speeds of up to 190mph on roads around Leeds
Connor Charlton drove his BMW at speeds of up to 190mph on roads around Leeds.
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From Clarkson's Farm to Yorkshire: Natural flood management entering the mainstream
Natural flood management is rarely the subject of mainstream television.
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Harrogate Odeon screening this weekend for major new movie starring teenage actress born in the town
A teenage Harrogate actor regarded as one of the most exciting young new British screen talents will appear on the big screen at the town’s Odeon cinema this weekend when her new movie is released nationwide.
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Revealed: York’s asking prices for homes – and what they actually sold for
New data has revealed how much homes in York sold for compared with their original asking price.
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Woman arrested after bank cards ‘stolen’ from vehicles in York suburb
A woman has been arrested after bank cards were allegedly stolen from vehicles in Acomb, York.
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Rail firm warns of disruption for York passengers due to ‘extreme heat’
Northern has warned that “extreme heat” is due to affect its services through York.
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Hilarious Prime Video show to release its first Halloween special in October
Amazon Prime Video’s original series Last One Laughing returns to our screens this October for a Halloween special.
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New co-working space opens in Ripon city centre
A new co-working space has opened in Ripon city centre in memory of popular local photographer Paul Oldham.
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York-born Hollywood star back on UK screens with fellow legend of film and theatre
Tea with Judi Dench sees Dame Judi Dench welcome her great friend Sir Ian McKellen to her home for an hour-long conversation.
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New funding unlocked to ensure clean, gum free high streets
High footfall areas of Harrogate and Skipton are set to be rid of chewing gum as more funding for specialist equipment has been announced.
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Harrogate Cat Rescue receives year's supply of food for 80 cats
Harrogate Cat Rescue has received a three-tonne donation of cat food – enough to feed 80 cats for an entire year.
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Thief targets York city centre shop and makes off with gardening equipment
North Yorkshire Police said the theft took place at 1.30pm on June 21 at the shop in Gillygate, close to the city centre.
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'Murder probe victim' in seaside town named as man in 20s charged
A Yorkshire man who died following an alleged stabbing in a coastal East Yorkshire town has been named by his family.
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Water burst closes busy cross-Pennine road with work underway
Drivers are warned to plan for delays on a main cross-Pennine route, with work to remedy a water burst which has closed the A646 at Hebden Bridge for two days still ongoing.
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Yorkshire Water says customers should try and avoid using hosepipes - despite no ban
Earlier in the summer, under-fire chief executive Nicola Shaw told The Yorkshire Post: “I absolutely do not expect to have a hosepipe ban in Yorkshire this summer.”
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Refuse collector injured by needle in 'overfilled' bin in York
A City of York Council spokesperson said a member of its waste collection crew was hurt by a needle that was sticking out of a bag in an overfilled…
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Firework Championships to light up skies over Ripon next weekend
The skies above Newby Hall will be filled with spectacular displays when its annual Fireworks Championships return later this month.
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Harrogate streets targeted in £27,500 chewing gum clean-up
Busy areas of Harrogate are set to receive a chewing gum clean-up after North Yorkshire Council secured £27,500 in new funding.
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Why the Glorious Twelfth is more than just the start of the grouse shooting season
It’s the Glorious Twelfth, start of the grouse shooting season, but those who manage the land have told of the ever-growing challenges that they face… from the climate to government intervention.
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Northern Rail routes through Yorkshire to be disrupted due to extreme heat reaching 34C
With temperatures soaring above 30C across the UK - Northern Rail has reduced services going through Yorkshire.
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Residents voice outrage at plans for solar farm on South Yorkshire green belt
Rotherham and Doncaster residents have voiced their objections to plans for a new solar farm on green belt land.
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Runners from Ripon get ferry for the first time to take part in stunning parkrun on an Irish island
Fountains Abbey may be widely regarded as one of the most beautiful parkruns in Britain but members of Ripon Runners have crossed the ocean to see if it was possible to top it.
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Rekha Mistry: Gardeners’ World star to talk at city flower festival
Sheffield’s first flower festival is bursting into bloom this month – and will help fund free gardening sessions to improve women’s mental health.