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Man killed in Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger attack was visiting alone, police confirm
A 'vulnerable' man mauled to death by a 30-stone tiger after he inexplicably jumped into a zoo enclosure was visiting alone, police have said.
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ITM Power: Yorkshire hydrogen firm hails potential for 'largest commercial commitment to date'
Yorkshire-based ITM Power has announced that its subsidiary, Hydropulse, is set to work on a large-scale green hydrogen project which could become ITM’s "largest commercial commitment to date”.
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Popular York nightclub to close ahead of major relaunch
A popular York city-centre nightclub is set to close its doors later this month - ahead of a refurbishment and relaunch under new management.
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Leeds Bradford Airport expected to experience 'shutdown' over strikes, says union
Strikes by more than 100 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are set to escalate in a dispute over pay.
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RAF Linton-on-Ouse asylum centre: campaigners raise fresh cost and safeguarding concerns
A campaign group opposing plans to accommodate asylum seekers at the former RAF Linton-on-Ouse base says the projected cost could exceed £800 per person per
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MP challenges cash access decisions in North Yorkshire
An MP has called for a review of cash and banking services amid concerns in towns and villages in North Yorkshire.
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Legendary Leeds pub closing for major makeover costing £230,000
'We are so excited about the plans'
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Man remains in custody after altercation near York museum saw two injured in hospital
A man remains in police custody after an altercation near the National Railway Museum in York saw two people taken to hospital with injuries.
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Memorial evening raises £500 in honour of pub regular
A memorial evening has raised £500 in honour of a pub regular.
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Horse and trap 'damaged' vehicle during crash in York
A horse and trap is reported to have damaged a vehicle during a crash in Lawrence Street, York.
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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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CrossCountry to add eight Voyager trains and 60,000 seats a week
CrossCountry will add eight Voyager trains from early 2027, creating more seats, reducing crowding and improving reliability on routes across Great Britain.
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Man, 74, dies after car crashes into lamppost on Yorkshire road
A 74-year-old man has died after his car left the road and struck a lamppost in Leeds, prompting a police appeal for witnesses.
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Major retailer set to reopen in York city centre
HMV, in Coney Street, York, is preparing to welcome customers back after a major makeover.
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MP challenges cash access ruling amid fears rural communities are being left behind
An MP has called for a review of cash and banking services in Bedale amid concerns that residents in the town and surrounding villages are being left with inadequate access to banking facilities.
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3 men arrested after immigration officers raid Bradford businesses
The Home Office has now confirmed enforcement action took place at two businesses in the city.
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Colourful clothing store known for charity initiatives opens in North Yorkshire
Scamp & Dude opened its first permanent northern England store in Harrogate on October 9, with giveaways, a Bolt Hunt and its signature Bolt Room experience.
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WATCH – Northern Lights captured above Yorkshire landmark
The Northern Lights have been captured above Whitby Abbey.
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Fans resurface Celebrity Traitors star's relationship drama with Rowan Atkinson
Fans of Celebrity Traitors star James Acaster have revisited his unusual relationship history after clips resurfaced of him joking that he was “left for” County Durham-born actor Rowan Atkinson.
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Approval for long-promised bridge at major housing development
A long-promised pedestrian and cycle bridge linking a major housing development near Scarborough to local towns is closer to reality after the final phase of a major residential scheme was approved.
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Urgent search launched for York woman missing from home
Police have launched an appeal after a woman went missing from her home. They are asking York people to look out for Christine St John-Derby, 70, who was last seen at her home address on Byland Avenue at 6.50am today (Monday). A North...
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Teen who killed 'loveliest' dad in County Durham crash told to expect prison sentence
A teenager who killed the “loveliest” dad in a County Durham crash has been told to “come ready to go to prison”.
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Stunning country home up for sale with guide price of nearly £3 million
A country home has gone on the market for the first time in more than 30 years.
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Ripon council gauges demand for larger venue for Yorkshire Water meeting
Ripon City Council is asking residents to register their interest in attending a public meeting with Yorkshire Water next month, amid continuing concerns
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Man tried to rape woman who was dying or already dead in Bradford city centre
A court has heard how a homeless woman who was dying or already dead was the victim of an attempted rape attack in a tent in Bradford city centre.
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Teenager who died with two others in River Wear car plunge drowned, inquest told
The cause of death for a teenager who died with two others when a car went into the River Wear was “consistent with drowning”, an inquest has been told.
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Anti-yob order to 'disrupt violence' after stab attacks and home rammings
An anti-yob order to “disrupt violent behaviour" is set to come into force after a stab attack and “targeted” home rammings.
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What Leeds Bradford Airport passengers need to know before strike
Passengers should check their rights and prepare for possible flight disruption ahead of strike action at Leeds Bradford Airport, a travel expert has warned.
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North Yorkshire firm reports confidence in trading update
A North Yorkshire equipment rental group says it remains confident in its outlook thanks to strong performance in infrastructure markets.
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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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Mayor says 'tourist tax' will not exceed five per cent in North Yorkshire
YORK and North Yorkshire's Mayor says a proposed 'tourist tax' for the county will not go above five per cent.
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Woman dies in hospital after suffering serious injuries in Bradford fire
A woman has died after suffering serious burns in a fire in Bradford.
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From family feuds to high-stakes poker: Here's what's coming up in Emmerdale
Emmerdale spoilers: Joe, Sadie, Gabby and Robert face drama as poker night, family feuds and Samson’s release bring trouble to the Dales this week.
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Memorial evening raises £500 in honour of pub regular
A memorial evening has raised £500 in honour of a pub regular.
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Yorkshire coast landmark named Lonely Planet’s top 10 global vampire hunting spots
As we approach the Halloween season Lonely Planet has published its latest roundup of top 10 global vampire hunting spots - and this Yorkshire landmark made the top of the list.
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Council launches investigation after man killed by tiger at wildlife park
The council responsible for licensing the wildlife park where a man was killed by a tiger said it has launched a health and safety investigation into the incident.
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North Yorkshire firm reports confidence in trading update
A North Yorkshire equipment rental group says it remains confident in its outlook thanks to strong performance in infrastructure markets.
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Popular caravan park sold with plans 'already in place' to expand accommodation
Ashfield Caravan Park has been sold after being listed for £2m, with plans to expand its holiday accommodation already in place.
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Police launch investigation after woman approached by unknown man in Harrogate
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses after a woman was reportedly approached by an unknown man in Harrogate.
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Appeal after woman approached by man near Harrogate hospital
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was approached by a man who repeatedly asked for her personal contact details in Harrogate.
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Police officer 'shared information with suspect's relative on boozy night in bar'
PC Henry faces a gross misconduct hearing after being accused of leaking information and socialising with the relative of a suspect in an ongoing investigation.
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Two homes rammed overnight in 'targeted attacks' as police launch probe
Two Thornaby homes have been rammed overnight as police link attacks and launch probe.
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Why tourism surge in famous Bradford district village is a double-edged sword
Independent businesses and attractions in Haworth have reported more visitors, higher sales and an increase in international tourists.
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New flooding taskforce to meet to assess risks and dangers over winter
A Government-chaired taskforce will meet this week to assess how prepared the UK is for flooding this winter.
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If the Government wants growth, it cannot pull the plug on Humber carbon capture and hydrogen - Richard Gwilliam
The Prime Minister has made good growth in every postcode the defining priority of his government, promising regional reindustrialisation, stronger British supply chains and good jobs across the country.
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A pub shuts its doors for good every day in 2026, figures show
Britain is set to lose one pub a day in 2026 after almost 300 permanently shut their doors in the first nine months of the year, according to industry data.
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Plans to build 'visually intrusive' home near County Durham community centre refused
Plans for a new home on the edge of Crookhall have been rejected amid concerns it would be a "visually intrusive" encroachment into the countryside.
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New passport rules implemented for all passengers at major UK airport
Passengers arriving at Gatwick Airport can now pass through eGates without showing their passports under new rules.
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Millions aged 40 and over could be automatically signed up to new social care scheme
Former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb says a pension-style social care scheme could help people protect their savings from care costs.
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Urgent egg recall after salmonella strain linked to 36 illnesses
The Food Standards Agency has issued an urgent recall for imported eggs linked to 36 salmonella cases in England