Local
-
Motorists warned after crash on major road in North Yorkshire closes lane
A lane along the A1 in North Yorkshire has closed following a crash.
-
Primark warning as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination
-
Campaigners question how infrastructure for 3,500-home community will be delivered
Campaigners oppose Heronby, a proposed 3,500-home community near York and Selby, questioning traffic, infrastructure funding and delivery ahead of October 15 plans.
-
Festive tractor run returning to Ripon with ambitious £10,000 fundraising goal
The Ripon Tinsel Tractor Run has set a £10,000 fundraising target for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
-
Gareth Gates to star in 18+ rated Boyband in the Buff in Bradford next week
Gareth Gates will headline a steamy boyband-themed show promising throwback hits.
-
Free live theatre coming to six North Yorkshire libraries this half-term
An interactive show by York theatre company, Next Door But One, will be performed at six libraries across North Yorkshire this half-term.
-
Two vehicle crash on main road in East Yorkshire town - emergency services at scene
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to Marton Road in Bridlington at 2.40pm yesterday (Wednesday, October 7).
-
Investigation ongoing after Darlington brothers’ graves set alight in 'arson attack'
A suspected arson investigation remains ongoing after the graves of two brothers who died just weeks apart were set alight at Darlington's North Road cemetery.
-
Bradford named one of UK's cheapest cities for office rents - new research
Bradford named UK’s second most affordable city for office space, with rents averaging £12.20 per sq ft, behind Sunderland, says money.co.uk research.
-
Clear battle lines drawn by Kemi Badenoch as she says the next election will be a ‘battle for the soul of the nation’
Clearly defined battle lines have been drawn across the Westminster political divide following Kemi Badenoch’s speech at the Tory Party Conference.
-
14-year-old boy arrested after 'arson attack' decimates former library
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after a blaze decimated a former library building in an overnight "arson attack".
-
How to pronounce this West Yorkshire village's name with two traditional pubs
Cononley is definitely not pronounced how it looks like it should be so here is a guide so you can get it right.
-
Woman left with broken arm and pelvic injury after two-car smash near roundabout
A woman was left with a broken arm and injuries to her pelvis, abdomen, and leg after a crash near a Guisborough roundabout.
-
Police launch identity appeal after alleged theft of bank card in York
North Yorkshire Police has launched an identity appeal after the alleged theft and subsequent use of a bank card in York.
-
Campaigners question how infrastructure for 3,500-home community will be delivered
Campaigners oppose Heronby, a proposed 3,500-home community near York and Selby, questioning traffic, infrastructure funding and delivery ahead of October 15 plans.
-
North Yorkshire Council announces road and footpath closures for works
North Yorkshire Council has announced multiple temporary closures of roads and footpaths due to various works.
-
Museum announces major new exhibition and events for 30th anniversary
A season of events and a major new exhibition will launch in 2027 at the Thackray Museum in Leeds.
-
Car burst in flames after crash that shut major Bradford road
At least two vehicles are believed to have crashed, with other cars visibly damaged at the scene.
-
Mortgage rates hit 6 per cent as £80,000 borrowing gap leaves buyers facing a shock
Mortgage rates have hit 6 per cent for the first time in three years as sub-5 per cent deals plunge. Buyers also face an £80,000 gap between mortgage calculators.
-
York Stadium seeks alcohol licence changes and plans new 'Box Bar'
A new application seeks to alter the alcohol licence for York Stadium Leisure Complex.
-
IMG DAY: Bulls fall spot but all 14 stay in Super League as London debate grows
Bradford Bulls have dropped from 10th to 11th in the IMG rankings and their score has fallen, but they have comfortably secured a Super League place for next year.
-
The York cheese shop with a national following that has scooped a top honour
Love Cheese has been named Food Retailer of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards for its artisan produce, tasting experiences and customer service.
-
Ripon Library to host free family theatre show this half-term
A free family theatre show is coming to Ripon Library this October half-term.
-
York theatre to stage iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical in new 'intimate' production
York Theatre Royal are set to co-produce a new actor-musician production of Sunset Boulevard in 2027. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical will be reimagined in an intimate new production, opening at York Theatre Royal on Wednesday 9 June...
-
Plans for new Lidl store on site of former hotel and country club 'moving forward'
Proposals for a new Lidl store on the site of a former hotel and country club are “moving forward”, the company has said.
-
Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ care experience highlights valuable lessons about choice, liberty and lasting powers of attorney - Hanna Whitehead
Recent headlines about Sir Ranulph Fiennes have raised serious concerns. The latest developments suggest Sir Ranulph is home, but prior to this, reports varied widely. Relatives and friends alleged that the 82-year-old explorer, who has Parkinson’s disease, had been moved between care homes under false names and denied some visitors.
-
New Marie Curie Hospice team helps people plan end of life care
“MOST people do have an idea about what they want - it’s just no one’s ever asked them before. That’s why this service is important. Without it, many of the patients I’ve supported with a life limiting illness might have fallen through the cracks.”
-
The York cheese shop with a national following that has scooped a top honour
Love Cheese has been named Food Retailer of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards for its artisan produce, tasting experiences and customer service.
-
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.
-
York woman guilty of racially abusing neighbour in flats
A long-term York resident is scared to leave his flat and is planning on leaving the city because of his neighbour's racial abuse, magistrates heard.
-
The exact date clocks go back this month in the UK and why
The change means an extra hour in bed for your Sunday lie-in and will give an extra hour of daylight as the darker nights roll in.
-
Questions remain after man’s death on Yorkshire golf course, family says
The family of a 26-year-old man whose body was found on a Harrogate golf course has said questions remain over his death.
-
Why new recycling bins simply won’t be big enough
Our letter writer expresses concern over York's new recycling bins
-
Free theatre show from award-winning company on offer across North Yorkshire
York theatre company Next Door But One will perform The Firework-Maker’s Daughter at six libraries across the county this October half-term.
-
Tom Gordon MP calls for independent experts to support army college abuse investigation
The letter, signed by six MPs whose constituencies include some of the facilities being investigated, says the allegations should not be regarded as isolated
-
Toilets in North Yorkshire seaside town permanently closed after 'extreme vandalism'
Toilets in the centre of a popular North Yorkshire seaside town have shut for good after “extreme vandalism”.
-
Police launch identity appeal after alleged theft of bank card in York
North Yorkshire Police has launched an identity appeal after the alleged theft and subsequent use of a bank card in York.
-
Traditional North Yorkshire furniture fetches exceptional price at auction
An exceptional price was achieved for a traditional piece of North Yorkshire furniture at auction.
-
King Charles strips 5 more people of honours including former Royal Navy officer
His Majesty has now stripped the honours from 48 individuals since coming to the throne, including 5 new ones in October 2026.
-
Man charged with murder after death of woman, 22, in crash on A1(M) near Darlington
A man has been charged with murder after a 22-year-old woman died after a crash on the A1(M).
-
Jury sees 'distressing content' of man running along streets chased by armed figures
A jury in a murder trial has been shown CCTV footage of a brutal attack that left the victim fatally injured.
-
North East fulfilment firm appoints agency to drive UK growth ambitions
North East logistics firm TSP Fulfilment appoints Karol Marketing Group to lead PR and communications as its UK e-commerce fulfilment business expands.
-
Empty York church set to be transformed as plans backed
A York church is set for a new lease of life following the approval of plans. An application to convert Dunnington Methodist Church into a wedding and prom shop has been approved by City of York Council. Plans from Vavavoom Bridal Boutique...
-
Two women arrested after overnight burglary at Darlington B&M store
Two women have been arrested after an overnight burglary at a Darlington B&M store. They remain in custody.
-
Prisons crisis lays bare the issues with tagging criminals - Jayne Dowle
Thousands of prisoners are leaving jail early due to overcrowding and the public is being wrongly reassured that nevertheless, they will be kept under surveillance.
-
Man ‘thought he was dead’ after alleged stabbing and rape in County Durham home
Teesside Crown Court hears a man was allegedly stabbed, raped and held captive in a County Durham home, as four defendants face charges. Trial continues.
-
Bradford among cities with highest youth unemployment rates - new research
Bradford among English cities with highest NEET rates, as Centre for Cities finds one in six young people in city are not in employment, education or training.
-
Aldi reveals locations for 10 new UK stores opening in 2027
Aldi has revealed 10 new UK store locations opening in 2027 as part of its £900m expansion - see the full list.
-
LIVE - Traffic eases after crash on A1(M) in County Durham
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A1(M) at Bowburn this morning following a crash.
-
Few places that show off autumn quite like North Yorkshire - Carl Les
Hard to beat! Almost matching the title of the TV programme – Heartbeat – that as well as presenting amusing tales of the straight and not so straight folk of the Moors also showed off our wonderful scenery to millions of viewers. Many in their thousands still come to find those picturesque places today even though Heartbeat has been off prime time TV for many years.