Local
-
Ripon Runners to host community run to promote women’s safety outdoors
Ripon Runners is to host a community run later this month to highlight the safety concerns that can prevent women from exercising outdoors after dark.
-
Man stuck in 'homelessness, drug use and incarceration' cycle gets lifeline
Paul Anderson has appeared in court
-
17 properties in the Harrogate district that are new to the market this week
There are some lovely properties across the Harrogate district that are new to the market this week
-
£150 energy bill help returns in October – check if you could qualify
The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.
-
WATCH moment Bradford man used BMW to ram police car
He drove into a police car parked in front of him, causing more than £6,000 worth of damage while two officers were still inside the vehicle.
-
Woman opened Snapchat seconds before hitting quadbike in crash that killed farmer
A woman has been jailed for killing a farmer in a crash while using her phone at the wheel.
-
Jobs could be lost at Bradford bank as 60 roles put at risk in reorganisation plan
A bank headquartered in Bradford city centre has confirmed it is considering job cuts as part of wider transformation plans.
-
Noxious smells, maggots, rats and reports of drugs in closed coastal house
A house in a coastal Yorkshire town has been closed by the courts following reports of antisocial behaviour and suspected drug activity.
-
York Knights retain their Super League status for 2027
York Knights will remain in Super League in 2027. The club retained 14th place in the 2026 IMG Gradings released today (Thursday). Introduced in 2023, the Gradings rank clubs on categories including performance, facilities and finance, and...
-
‘We are genuinely devastated’: York catering company set to enter liquidation
The team behind a York wedding catering company have described their devastation as the firm prepares to enter liquidation. Baba Ganoush – Dining by Matthew Hyde Ltd ceased trading last week and will enter liquidation on Friday, 30 October....
-
Fight against potholes ramps up with new technology and materials being tested
The council say it has repaired 7,586 potholes since March while testing new approaches to make future repairs last longer.
-
Real reindeer and chocolate making coming to Teesside garden centre this Christmas
Cherry Hill Garden Centre will transform for Christmas with real reindeer, illuminated woodland walks and new family attractions.
-
Jermain Defoe opens £1m holiday home in memory of Bradley Lowery
Bradley Lowery Foundation opens £1 million Super Brad’s Pad in Scarborough, where Jermain Defoe launches an accessible holiday home for seriously ill children.
-
Tales of the unexpected at Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival
Hemingway performed in a sauna is set to be an unusual highlight of the forthcoming Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival
-
North East drink-driver banned from roads after being twice legal alcohol limit
Newcastle motorist Ndidi Jackson banned for 17 months after admitting drink-driving at twice the legal limit.
-
8.4km Hebden Bridge walk takes in waterfalls, mill ruins and valley views
Explore an 8.4km Hebden Bridge walk through Colden Water clough, Blackshaw Head and Staups Mill ruins, ending beside the Rochdale Canal in Yorkshire.
-
New flag policy that Reform says will 'promote patriotism' in Bradford approved
The new policy, approved by the Reform-led Executive on Thursday morning, will mean only a limited number of flags can be flown on the flagpoles in Centenary Square
-
'Fantastic'- up to £925,000 York parks efforts welcomed amid future questions
Progress on improvements to York's parks with works worth up to £925,000 have been welcomed amid questions over what will happen next.
-
Harrogate domestic abuse charity launches match-funded appeal
A Harrogate charity is appealing for donations that will be doubled through a national fundraising campaign.
-
Panel announced as long-running BBC show returns to County Durham and airs tonight
The panel for this week's Question Time in Peterlee has been announced ahead of the BBC programme's return to County Durham.
-
Growing concern after vandals repeatedly target North Yorkshire nursery fence
Repeated vandalism targeting Time Out Nursery in Sherburn in Elmet's perimeter fence is causing growing concern for staff, children, and parents.
-
Police release name of man charged with murder after fatal A1(M) crash
A 22-year-old woman from Newcastle died when a silver VW Golf and silver Ford Transit collision near Barton, on the southbound carriageway of the motorway, between junctions 57 and 56 on Sunday, October 4.
-
Britons likely to celebrate Christmas with less alcohol this year, says Tesco boss
UK consumers will be keen to celebrate Christmas this year given an uncertain global environment but will likely opt for “marginally healthier” choices with less alcohol consumption, Tesco has said.
-
Ripon Runners to host community run to promote women’s safety
Ripon Runners are to stage a nighttime community run to call attention to the unwanted outdoors curfew many women feel during the darker months
-
Rudding Park's bonfire night: "There's nothing quite like it"
This year's Rudding Park bonfire on Saturday, November 7 is set to be the biggest yet
-
Whitby petrol station could sell beer and wine from 6am
A WHITBY petrol station could sell alcohol from 6am onwards if plans are approved by the council.
-
Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen to return to Grassington for new book signing
THE Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen is due to make a popular return visit to Grassington to sign copies of her new books.
-
Woman dies following collision on A59 near Flaxby
A woman has died following a collision on the A59 near Flaxby yesterday afternoon (Wednesday 7th October).
-
Amanda Owen tells Lorraine Kelly TV fame has been 'lifeline' for saving her farm
Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen reveals why TV and book deals have been a financial lifeline for her family as Our Farm Next Door returns.
-
Here's how this North Yorkshire city celebrated National Poetry Day
Poetry lovers in Ripon can celebrate – following three successful events held last Thursday, on National Poetry Day. The Ripon Poets committee – made up of Caroline Matusiak, Lotte Wilson, Maggie Cobbett and Nicky Hasson – held readings at...
-
Make the York–Scarborough rail service half-hourly to ease A64 congestion - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Dr David Pendleton, Filey.
-
How empty York church could be transformed as plans backed
A York church is set for a new lease of life following the approval of plans.
-
Woman selling drugs at steam traction rally hit victim with a chair, say witnesses
A woman was knocked unconscious in an attack at a North Yorkshire traction rally. It happened at the Yorkshire Traction Engine Rally at Scamptson Hall at about 10.30pm on Friday 4 September. Two women were reportedly selling drugs at the...
-
Flights at European airport to be cancelled this week as staff members strike
This European airport, which is a hotspot for tourists, has confirmed that flight cancellations are likely on October 9.
-
On this day: York City players fund their own overnight stay in Farnborough
York City players will be putting their hands in their pockets to help fund a stop over in Farnborough tonight.
-
Raffle helps York pupils visit Japanese art exhibition at city gallery
A raffle by Claredon Fine Art in York has helped give pupils an inspiring introduction to global art and culture.
-
Travel expert reveals simple tips to avoid overpaying for airport parking
A travel expert has revealed a few simple checks you should make before booking airport parking to avoid overpaying.
-
Historic Bradford shelter converted into homes - inside look
The conversion was carried out by Chartford Housing.
-
Court date set over scaffolding which left Consett villagers in 'constant danger'
A three-year-long scaffolding saga which has engulfed Leadgate in Consett could soon reach a conclusion as a court order is set to be served by the council.
-
Police concerned for welfare of missing 52-year-old Bradford man
Police are concerned for the welfare of missing 52-year-old Bradford man.
-
York couple celebrating 60 years of marriage
Doris and William Redhead, of Acomb, York, are marking their diamond wedding anniversary in the company of their family at a city centre restaurant.
-
Full refund warning as Asda recalls toxic product over 'serious chemical risk'
Men's hiking boots and shoes have been recalled after testing found chemicals above legal limits.
-
Raffle helps York pupils visit Japanese art exhibition at city gallery
A raffle by Claredon Fine Art in York has helped give pupils an inspiring introduction to global art and culture.
-
York jury out in trial of man accused of sexually assaulting young child
A York jury is today considering its verdict in the case of a man accused of sexually assaulting a very young child.
-
Former Darlington coal depot could become three-storey flats with 34 new homes
The derelict land of a former coal depot in Darlington could be transformed into 34 new flats as new plans are lodged.
-
UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
-
UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
-
Fire-hit pub in North Yorkshire village could be reborn as bar and flats
A fire-damaged North Yorkshire pub could be replaced with a new venue, apartments and commercial space under plans to redevelop the site. The Cricketers, in Calcutt, near Knaresborough, has been vacant since suffering severe damage in a...
-
Pickering Rotary Club donates specialised chairs to Ryedale patients
Pickering Rotary Club has donated specialised chairs to support patient care at the Ryedale Leg Club.
-
Drink driver crashed into bus when more than three times alcohol limit court hears
A drink driver has lost her home and job after she crashed into a bus near the city centre, York magistrates heard.