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Santa Express to return to North Yorkshire Moors Railway this winter - here are the dates
The dates for this year’s Santa Express event at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway have been announced.
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Patient has phone stolen while waiting at York Hospital A&E
A patient's phone was stolen while they waited in the A&E reception room at York Hospital.
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'These basics made a huge difference' - North Yorkshire charity announces closure
A much-loved hospital charity is closing its doors after 30 years of service.
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Man arrested after 3,400 'illegal' cigarettes seized by police in towns near York
A man has been arrested following the seizure of around 3,400 illegal cigarettes in a joint operation in East Yorkshire.
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York city centre roads closed for 'sewer works' - here's what's going on
Two major streets in York city centre are currently closed to traffic as repairs on the sewers are underway.
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'Grave' consequences from charges on tourists coming to York, hotelier warns
Plans to charge visitors staying overnight in York and North Yorkshire are not a quick fix and the consequences could be grave, a hotel manager has…
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Man dead after house explosion near popular park as police update
Police have provided an update as they continue their investigations into an explosion which resulted in one man’s death in Rotherham.
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Six decades of music, fashion and youth culture in Yorkshire inspire Harrogate artist's latest collection
An award-winning artist says she has had a “fantastic response” to her latest nostalgic collection of paintings which bring the sights and sounds of the Harrogate area of the 1970s and 80s wonderfully back to life.
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'It's difficult' - PM on asylum seeker plan concerns for village near York
The Prime Minister said he is “prepared to look” at the concerns of villagers opposing plans for RAF Linton-on-Ouse.
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"Controlling" man admits murdering partner in Leeds in sustained attack
A man has admitted murdering his partner in a “sustained attack” in her home.
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Road reopens in North Yorkshire town after serious incident
Police are at the scene of a crash in Wreyfield Drive at Newby, Scarborough.
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Webuyanycar to launch its fifth North Yorkshire branch at Harrogate superstore
The UK's largest online car-buying service has announced it is to open a new shop in Harrogate.
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North Yorks MP vows to push ministers over £253m farming fund backlash
LABOUR politicians in North Yorkshire have acknowledged problems with the rollout of a £253 million Government farming scheme that ran out of money…
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Sir Gareth Southgate and sporting stars raise more than £23,000 for Martin House Children's Hospice at Yorkshire Invitational
Some of sport's biggest names gathered at Ilkley Golf Club this week for the Yorkshire Invitational, with this year's event raising money in support of Martin House Children's Hospice near Wetherby.
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Local businesses tee Up £2,500 for Harrogate care provider in annual golf fundraiser
For the fourth year running, not-for-profit care provider Harrogate Neighbours hosted its annual charity golf day, raising £2,500 for its vital Meals on
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Biomass company depot fire in North Yorkshire 'could burn for a number of days'
The blaze started in an unprocessed wood pile at the Seras facility in Heck and Pollington Lane, Great Heck, prompting a response from the fire…
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A Perfect Autumn Day Out: Little Bird Made Brings Artisan Markets to Knaresborough and Harrogate This Weekend
As October arrives to transform North Yorkshire’s landscape into a backdrop of vibrant golds and deep ambers, residents and visitors are being invited to
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Knaresborough Conservative champion issues retrospective tourist tax debate challenge to Metro Mayor
A Knaresborough political candidate has launched a public challenge demanding Metro Mayor David Skaith defend a potential regional "tourist tax" in an open
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Person rescued from hedge after car crash in coastal North Yorkshire
A person has been rescued after getting trapped inside their car after driving into a hedge.
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North Yorkshire faces major challenge to prepare for thousands of new homes
North Yorkshire Council has warned it faces a major challenge to draw up a blueprint that will determine where thousands of new homes are built.
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'Unknown substance' thrown on person in North Yorkshire - emergency services called
Emergency services have been called out after an "unknown substance" was thrown at a person in North Yorkshire.
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Harrogate MP urges community groups to bid for new Government funding
Community groups in Harrogate and Knaresborough are being urged to apply for new Government funding before the deadline on 12th October.
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Harrogate MP Challenges Richard Tice Over Electoral Reform Stance
Harrogate MP Challenges Richard Tice Over Electoral Reform Stance
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Major firm acquires East Yorkshire pub that is set for a refurbishment
A Driffield pub has been acquired by Punch Pubs & Co and will soon undergo refurbishment.
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Road closure to be extended as gas works continue - here's why
An extended road closure is set to cause delays for drivers as gas works continue in Norton.
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Scaffolding raises hopes of Sam Smith's pub reopenings in North Yorkshire town
Hopes are rising that further Sam Smith’s pubs will re-open in Tadcaster due to the appearance of scaffolding.
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Ripon detectorist uncovers new chapter in history of world famous tapestry after six years of research
A Ripon metal detectorist claims his new research has uncovered a major omission in the world famous Bayeux Tapestry.
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New grants of between £20,000 and £50,000 potentially available for Harrogate area's brilliant community groups
Harrogate has been praised for being “full of people doing brilliant work to connect people across our community” as the town’s MP urges local groups not to miss out on new government grants worth at least £20,000 each.
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Where to find the cheapest petrol stations in Harrogate as diesel prices reach record high
Drivers in Harrogate are feeling the squeeze at the pumps as petrol and diesel prices continue to rise.
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UK government debt as a percentage of GDP is not as high as other countries - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: James Bovington, Horsforth, Leeds.
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ECB chief makes northern cricket pledge after Headingley Ashes snub
ECB boss Richard Gould has guaranteed there will be a northern Ashes Test in 2031, 2035 and 2039 after criticism of next summer’s schedule.
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Major high street retailer to close store in North Yorkshire
A major high street retailer has announced it is shutting one of its North Yorkshire stores.
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Independent Harrogate sewing shop celebrates first anniversary
An independent sewing machine shop in Harrogate has thanked customers for their support after celebrating its first year in business.
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Local MP Urges Harrogate and Knaresborough Community Groups to Bid for New Government Funding
Tom Gordon, MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, is calling on local community groups to apply for the Government's newly launched Common Ground Award before
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Sir Kevin Sinfield greeted by crowds at Leeds Rhinos on day four of 7 in 7 challenge
Sir Kevin Sinfield was greeted by crowds of supporters as his 7 in 7: The Grand Finale challenge arrived at the home of Leeds Rhinos.
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£350,000 contract approved to rebuild wall at North Yorkshire tourist attraction
A contract worth an estimated £350,000 is set to be awarded to reconstruct the collapsed retaining wall at Knaresborough’s Viaduct Terrace.
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Debate around North Yorkshire Council’s school transport policy is about the kind of rural North Yorkshire we want to build - Peter Lacey
Fairness is easy to promise on paper. Delivering it justly in the real world is much harder. When North Yorkshire Council changed its school transport policy in 2024, replacing catchment-based eligibility with a “nearest suitable school” model, the stated aim was greater consistency and fairness.
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Pinewoods Conservation Group to launch appeal to defend Rotary Wood from water brand's expansion
A community charity dedicated to protecting the Pinewoods is to launch a new fundraising appeal following Harrogate Spring Water’s decision to carry on with its expansion plans.
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York school shortlisted for national award
A York school has been named among the top in the country for a prestigious education award.
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Twitchers flock to Yorkshire to see female osprey as she makes trip south
An occasional visitor has been causing a stir at St Aidan’s nature park near Leeds.
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Thug jailed for breaking woman's arm in York city centre street - 4 years ago
York magistrates have jailed a domestic abuser four years after he broke his partner's arm in a city centre street.
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Two crashes on rural road which campaigners flagged to planning inspector just days before
A campaigner says two accidents in 24 hours at Leven Bank highlight the road dangers explained to a planning inspector just days earlier.
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James Herriot's children to unveil plaque at his former home
James Herriot’s children Jim Wight and Rosie Page will unveil a Blue Plaque honouring Alf Wight at Rowardennan, his former Thirsk home, on October…
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Mother’s anger over grouse shooting and snakes on council’s school route over moorland
For Bilsdale mother-of-three Laura Seales, the issues surrounding North Yorkshire’s home-to-school transport policy are not simply about lines on a computer-generated map.
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Halloween Singo Bingo returns to East Yorkshire brewery this October
Wold Top Brewery will host the Halloween Singo Bingo event at Hunmanby Grange this Halloween.
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York University don's driving caused woman to suffer life-changing injuries
A long-serving University of York don and AI specialist caused a crash on the A19 that left a woman with life-changing injuries the city's…
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Bid to prosecute King Charles III reaches international court
A bid to prosecute King Charles III reached an international court before being thrown out
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Thriving York law firm celebrates 10 years after growing to serve 48 UK cities
A York law firm has marked 10 years of growth and success with a special celebration.
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Batley could receive ‘Temu version’ of redevelopment plan, warns councillor
A local councillor says he does not want to see Batley left with the “Temu version” of its original Blueprint plan following a series of delays.
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Chef with 45 years of experience takes on new role at Pickering bistro
Andrew Lees has taken on the role of head chef at the bistro at Mickle Hill retirement village in Pickering.