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Crash close to North Yorkshire village with one person trapped in vehicle
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Harrogate and Knaresborough were called to the A661 in the area of Spofforth, near Harrogate, at 9.02pm yesterday (Monday, October 12).
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Popular fast food restaurant near York closes its doors
A popular fast-food restaurant on the outskirts of York has closed its doors.
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'Successful Bradford HMOs rarely feature lounges' - says developer
The appeal criticised Bradford Council’s decision to refuse the plans.
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Wanted man, 23, arrested after 'assault' of emergency service workers in York
A 23-year-old man has been arrested by North Yorkshire Police on suspicion of assaulting emergency service workers in York.
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Queues mount in York city centre after new traffic lights installed
Drivers in York are facing delays in a key city centre road after new traffic lights were put in place.
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Popular independent fashion retailer delights fans with first North East shop tease
Popular fashion brand Lucy & Yak is set to open its first physical store in the North East, delighting shoppers across the region.
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Nearly 69,000 want maternity pay changed – now the Government has responded
The Government has responded to a petition signed by 68,598 people calling for higher maternity pay. Here's what ministers said.
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Bigger isn't better: why North Yorkshire needs its own police force
By Philip Allott, former North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner
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Coldplay tribute show set to light up Bradford’s St George’s Hall this week
A Coldplay tribute concert is set to light up Bradford's St George's Hall
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Councillors quit as probe finds ‘sustained pattern of inappropriate conduct’
Two councillors accused of ‘sustained inappropriate conduct’ have resigned from a local authority before a meeting was due to discuss the allegations.
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Police appeal after posters around York uni cause 'criminal damage'
Posters have caused criminal damage around York St John University campus.
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Raworths wins Private Client Team of the Year at Yorkshire Legal Awards
Harrogate law firm Raworths has won Private Client Team of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2026, recognising the work of its Trusts, Wills and Estates
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New managers reopen historic York pub four years after its closure
Trafalgar Bay in York has reopened under new management four years after closing.
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Company director jailed over £266m Bradford money laundering scheme
A company director has been jailed for his part in a £266m Bradford money laundering operation which police said was one of the biggest investigations of its kind in UK legal history.
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North East's Harry Potter filming locations still attracting fans 25 years on
For many North East Harry Potter fans, a trip to Hogwarts is much closer to home than they might think.
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DWP bonus payment for State Pension, Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance
Eligible people receiving State Pension, Attendance Allowance or the guarantee credit part of Pension Credit during the qualifying week
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Phase Eight and Hobbs apologise to customers as cybersecurity attack hits system
The parent company of UK fashion brands including Hobbs and Phase Eight was hit by a “cybersecurity incident”.
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A giant creepy crawly is coming to York city centre
A giant creepy crawly is coming to York this Halloween. York BID is inviting families to enjoy a spooky free city-centre experience this Halloween – as a giant inflatable spider arrives for the latest Family Friendly Saturday event....
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Stolen Toyota C-HR car recovered by police - Here's how the vehicle was discovered
Police have recovered a stolen car in Bradford.
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Yorkshire Agricultural Society chief executive Allister Nixon steps down
Allister Nixon has stepped down as chief executive of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society following a period of absence due to health issues.
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21-year-old man charged after incident near York museum saw two men in hospital
In a statement this morning, a force spokesperson said: "The 21-year-old man arrested at Hull Railway Station has now been charged with robbery and possession of a bladed article in a public place."
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Harrogate anti Gateway campaigners put 'key questions' to North Yorkshire leaders
“When are the businesses, retailers and the residents of Harrogate going to see the final detailed designs for the Station Gateway Project?”
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Leeds Bradford Airport condemns ‘aggressive tactics’ as fresh strike dates announced
Leeds Bradford Airport has criticised 'aggressive tactics' behind a fresh wave of strike action as about 130 operational workers announce new strike dates.
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Blair's closure deserves dignity, not political point-scoring over Darlington Market
Darlington is my home town. The closure of Blair's greengrocers, following the loss of Robin Blair, has understandably struck a chord.
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Police launch manhunt to find WANTED Bradford man
A manhunt has been launched to find a man who is wanted for robbery and theft offences.
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Wildlife park closed for fourth day after fatal tiger attack
Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after a man died in a tiger attack on October 10. Doncaster Council is investigating; tiger Altai will not be euthanised.
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York medical testing firm reports 32 per cent rise in revenue to £11.3 million
Abingdon Health has reported strong financial growth and a return to profitability at the adjusted EBITDA level.
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Signs appear at old Middlesbrough Next store as new fashion retailer to move in
Middlesbrough's former Next building could soon welcome shoppers again, after new signs appeared in the windows advertising for staff at Fashion House.
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Padel courts open at popular Sunderland venue with prices from £24 and on-site café
New padel courts have opened at Sunderland's Beacon of Light, with prices from £24 an hour and £2.50 racket hire.
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Green light for £160m programme to create digital and creative hubs in Tees Valley
Tees Valley’s £160m Investment Zone gets digital and creative hubs for Middlesbrough and Hartlepool, supporting local jobs, growth and innovation by 2029.
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Vandal smashes community centre window in York
North Yorkshire Police said the reported incident of criminal damage took place at Millers Yard Community Centre in Gillygate on Sunday, September 6, at around 7.40pm.
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Who will this inept Labour government target next? - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Neal, Cleethorpes.
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Police appeal after posters around York uni cause 'criminal damage'
Posters have caused criminal damage around York St John University campus.
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Darlington charity warns ‘poverty fatigue’ is causing funding shortfall
Darlington charity First Stop warns ‘poverty fatigue’ is hitting donations as rough sleeping persists ahead of the CEO Sleepout at Mowden Park on November 19.
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Great Yorkshire Show figure announces his departure
“It has been a real privilege to lead this incredible organisation and work alongside such a dedicated team”
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County Durham crash LIVE - B6279 Kinninvie Crossroads closed after smash
The Kinninvie Crossroads near Barnard Castle has been closed following a crash. An air ambulance has landed at the scene.
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Man arrested after e-bike pursuit through Harrogate
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after an e-bike rider allegedly failed to stop for police and narrowly missed a pedestrian in Harrogate.
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Leeds Bradford Airport strikes set to escalate as Unite warns of potential shutdown
Strike action involving almost 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport is set to escalate, with further industrial action announced for the October half-term
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Villagers fear late-night events at North Yorkshire hotel could disrupt sleep
Monk Fryston Hall Hotel faces North Yorkshire licensing hearing over late-night music, alcohol and noise fears from villagers.
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Man who died in Yorkshire tiger attack named
A man who died after being attacked by a tiger has been named according to reports online.
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Bank card used fraudulently in York - police CCTV appeal
North Yorkshire Police said the incident happened at around 3.50am on Saturday, September 12, when a card holder was taken and the bank card inside was used.
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More award success for East Yorkshire pie man
Pocklington pie man Dan Leaver is enjoying repeated award success.
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Multi-agency rescue operation off Yorkshire coast
Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team, Filey Coastguard Rescue Team, and Flamborough RNLI were dispatched to Thornwick Bay near Flamborough on Saturday, October 10 after reports of four people struggling in the water.
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Bank card used fraudulently in York - police CCTV appeal
North Yorkshire Police said the incident happened at around 3.50am on Saturday, September 12, when a card holder was taken and the bank card inside was used.
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New authentic Mexican restaurant and tequila bar to bring Latino vibes to Harrogate
A new authentic Mexican restaurant and tequila bar is set to open in Harrogate, bringing traditional cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and a taste of Latin America to the town.
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Ben Nevis challenge helps North East bereavement service secure defibrillator
Northumbrian Water volunteers raised more than £1,240 climbing Ben Nevis, funding a defibrillator through the Stephen Carey Fund for bereavement support.
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Paedophile who abused teen decades ago dies in North East jail months into sentence
A sex offender jailed for 19 years for abusing a child has died in HMP Holme House prison.
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2 women jailed after £200,000 cocaine found in shopping bag
Chelsea Kelly and Alexandra Lewis were sentenced at Leeds Crown Court after police found eight kilos of cocaine in a shopping bag.
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New scientific research facility could be coming to York
A new research facility could be coming to York under plans lodged with the council.
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger attack: why are so many people so nasty, so spiteful?
My first thought as I sit down to write to you all about the dreadful incident that took place over the weekend at Yorkshire Wildlife Park is one of deepest sympathy for the family of the man who lost his life inside the tiger enclosure. Their pain and anguish in grief, given the circumstances of this man’s death, must be overwhelming. With sincerity, I offer his family and friends my deepest condolences.