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Drinker who 'killed man' in Willington pub 'had just learnt he was his dad'
A jury has heard how a man was charged with the manslaughter of his ‘dad’ after he pushed him over in a Willington beer garden.
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'Hold your nerve': Yorkshire MP's message to Andy Burnham on public control of water
Andy Burnham promised greater public control over water and other utilities, such as energy, before entering Downing Street.
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North Yorkshire MP objects to hotel being used as emergency accommodation
A NORTH Yorkshire MP has objected to the use of a hotel as emergency accommodation due to ‘serious concerns’.
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Disruption expected as historic Yorkshire railway bridge gets £800k upgrade
Brotherton Bridge, near Knottingley has carried trains across the River Aire since the mid-19th century and will undergo essential engineering work…
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Professional golfer's plans for entertainment venue in Yorkshire town approved
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has approved a planning application from professional golfer Sam Robinson of FORE Sims Limited to change the use of…
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Parents are being warned to check payments after CMS errors
Child maintenance payments can be too high or too low. Here's how parents can challenge a wrong calculation and the deadlines they need to know.
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Community project transforms Spennymoor bus shelters into works of art
Five bus shelters across Spennymoor have been transformed with vibrant artwork created by local artists, schools and community groups as part of a…
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Train operator warns of bank holiday weekend disruption as workers stage walkout
A train operator has warned of disruption to its services over the bank holiday weekend because of a strike by workers in a dispute over safety.
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‘Much-loved’ York man, 37, found dead at home
A “much-loved” York man, 37, died by suicide, a coroner has concluded.
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Swimming school backed by Olympic champion opening in Teesside this autumn
A new £1m children's swim school founded by the Olympic champion is set to open in Teesside later this year, with construction now under way.
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The time Hollywood star Johnny Depp causes a fan frenzy in York
The extraordinary scenes when Hollywood star Johnny Depp arrived in York and sent the city into a fan frenzy.
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West Yorkshire issued with a yellow weather warning by the Met Office
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms covering West Yorkshire, including Bradford.
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Monty Don 'heartbroken' after death of beloved dog as Matt Baker leads tributes
Monty Don has shared that his dog Patti has died, saying he is "heartbroken"
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How Yorkshire business is taking advantage of viral wedding social media trend
Brides across Yorkshire have been joining in with a viral trend ahead of their wedding - burying sausages to ward off bad weather.
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Unsupervised bonfire in North Yorkshire field
A Malton Crew was called to a fire sighted in the open at 11.19pm last night (Monday).
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Leeds Festival 2026: Police announce temporary traffic restrictions around Bramham Park
Temporary speed restrictions will be introduced during this year’s Leeds Festival to keep residents safe during the event.
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Sky issues fresh warning to those using illegal streaming devices in the UK
Sky has issued a fresh warning to those using illegal streaming devices as the 2026/27 Premier League season gets underway.
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Unsupervised bonfire in North Yorkshire field
A Malton Crew was called to a fire sighted in the open at 11.19pm last night (Monday).
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Three wanted after 'high value theft' at Darlington M&S Food Hall
Three women are wanted after a 'high value theft' from a Darlington Marks & Spencer store, police said.
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Richard Hammond and Jeremy Clarkson show support for Grand Tour hosts with warning
Jeremy Clarkson of Clarkson's Farm, Richard Hammond, who lived in Ripon in Yorkshire, and James May previously presented The Grand Tour but…
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Monty Don 'heartbroken' after death of beloved dog as Matt Baker leads tributes
Monty Don has shared that his dog Patti has died, saying he is "heartbroken"
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Electrical fire in North Yorkshire town - crews from six stations at the scene
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from Bedale, Leyburn, Ripon, Thirsk, Harrogate and Northallerton were called to Masham, near…
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Garden centre near York goes on the market for £495,000
Airfield Garden Centre at Fangfoss near York has gone on the market for £495,000.
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Plans for gym and boxing club at former engineering works
A gym and boxing centre could be created at a former engineering works if plans are agreed with the council.
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York Races fashion front-runners through the years - in photos
Hot on the heels of Ebor Festival 2026 at York Racecourse, we look back at some of the eye-catching fashion statements captured over the years.
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Heartbeat star David Lonsdale to unveil new visitor experience at Yorkshire attraction
The World of James Herriot attraction will be opening its new visitor experience, unveiled by Heartbeat star David Lonsdale.
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North Yorkshire’s "biggest road project" opens on A59 after landslip disruptions
A "vital" new road has opened following the completion of the largest highways project ever undertaken by North Yorkshire Council, ending…
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Photo stirs memories of Scarborough holidays when a giant tunny was star attraction
'The highlights of my school holidays' - photo stirs memories when a giant tunny was the star attraction of a day trip to Scarborough.
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Road connecting North Yorkshire town to the A64 closed after crash
A road connecting a coastal North Yorkshire town to the A64 has been closed after a crash.
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Blocking of empty York live music venue conversion goes to hearing
An appeal against the decision to block plans to convert an empty live music venue in York has gone to a hearing.
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North East piers closed after continuous acts of vandalism rack up £180,000 costs
North and South Piers at the Port of Tyne remain closed after repeated vandalism caused more than £180,000 in damage, security and repair costs.
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New section of key North Yorkshire route opens to traffic today
A new stretch of a major North Yorkshire road has opened to traffic following the largest highways project ever undertaken by the county council.
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Sandwich shop plans to start selling pizzas - if they get green light from council
Hot pizzas could be sold from a sandwich shop in Horsforth if plans are agreed with the city council.
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Fresh £300,000 round of export grants for York and North Yorkshire
Businesses in York and North Yorkshire are set to benefit from a new round of export help with £300,000 of grants available.
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Inquests into deaths of 'hero' police officers and man in A66 crash to open this week
Opening inquests into the deaths of two police officers and one of the five people travelling in a Volkswagen Passat in the A66 crash are due to be…
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Where is the farm from Our Yorkshire Farm and Our Farm Next Door with Amanda Owen?
Where exactly is Ravenseat Farm, and just how remote is the place made famous by Amanda, Clive and their nine children?
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Fresh £300,000 round of export grants for York and North Yorkshire
Businesses in York and North Yorkshire are set to benefit from a new round of export help with £300,000 of grants available.
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'Parenting lessons could improve exam results' says ex teacher
Parenting lessons could improve exam results - in today's letters.
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Police investigating 'suspicious' assault on female in vehicle on a Bradford road
Police are investigating an assault on a female in a vehicle on St Paul's Road in Bradford on Monday evening (August 24).
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Blocking of empty York live music venue conversion goes to hearing
An appeal against the decision to block plans to convert an empty live music venue in York has gone to a hearing.
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Brett Goldstein makes U-turn as he shares life-changing decision
Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein has shared that he has faced battles with depression, but a gratitude journal helped him change his outlook on life
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Lamborghini and two BMWs seized in Bradford for 'epitome of anti-social vehicle use'
A purple Lamborghini and two BMWs were seized for the 'epitome of anti-social vehicle use'.
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Man appears in court accused of drugs offences after A66 crash which killed seven
A man, one of 12 arrested after a crash on the A66 which killed seven, including two police officers, has appeared before magistrates charged with…
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New Thorpe Park station would be a waste of money - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Martin J. Phillips, Tinshill Lane, Leeds.
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York to face extreme weather conditions after warning issued
A yellow warning has been issued for thunderstorms and heavy rain over York later this week - with lighting and hail expected.
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Aldi set to reopen in North Yorkshire town after upgrade
Aldi has closed its 10-year-old Harrogate store for a revamp.
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