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How to have your say on new walking and cycling routes across East Riding
Residents are being asked to share their views on cycling and walking improvements as part of a new East Riding survey.
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Attack at Yorkshire fast food outlet
A member of staff at a Subway in Scarborough has been assaulted and verbally abused, police said.
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More housing support on the way for vulnerable North Yorkshire residents
Broadacres Housing Association has secured a major five-year contract from North Yorkshire Council to expand support for people with mental health…
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Whisky fans flock to Yorkshire distillery for 10th anniversary celebrations
More than 600 visitors attended a two-day event at the Spirit of Yorkshire distillery, marking its 10-year anniversary of distilling.
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More than £416,000 secured to restore Richmond historic former racecourse grandstand
NOTE: Embargoed until 00:01 tomorrow, Friday, August 14
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Anglers urge council to save beloved County Durham fishing pond
Anglers have urged a council to protect and restore Shotton Pond.
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Yorkshire Water starts £2.5m storm overflow project in York
Yorkshire Water has launched a £2.5 million storm overflow project to cut discharges into the River Ouse.
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Slingsby's gooseberry gin back by popular demand
Slingsby Gooseberry Gin has returned to the Harrogate brand's collection following months of requests from customers.
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North East drilling firm seeks vehicle operating licence at farm - public notice
United Drilling Limited has applied for a new goods vehicle operator’s licence in Hartlepool, according to a public notice.
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Garden waste collections postponed in part of North East due to extreme heat
Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council has postponed garden waste collections scheduled for today (August 14) because of extreme heat.
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Why York Business School supports the York Press Business Awards
Universities and their Business Schools play an important role in facilitating collaborations between academia, industry, government, and community…
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Kirkbymoorside venue seeks licence for alcohol sales and film screenings
Daniel James Morbey submitted an application to sell alcohol and host indoor film screenings in York.
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Calls for stronger safeguards for blue badge holders at two North East hospital sites
Rishi Sunak, MP for Richmond and Northallerton, has called for stronger safeguards for Blue Badge holders using car parks at the Friarage Hospital…
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Manfred Mann star on why this North Yorkshire festival holds key to music success
Manfred Mann star Paul Jones, who is set to headline a North Yorkshire music festival next month, has said its enduring success offers lessons for…
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Vet’s plea to pet owners over 'forever chemicals' pollution
A leading northern vet has issued pet owners with advice on how to reduce the environmental impact of parasite treatments comprising ‘forever chemicals’ after calls to ban their over-the-counter sales.
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More than 50 houses proposed for ‘overdeveloped’ North Yorkshire village
Plans for up to 52 homes in a North Yorkshire village are being recommended for approval despite opposition from residents and concerns about pressure on local services. Cromsdale Estates and William Edward Cundall have submitted an outline...
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Mazda’s subtle CX-5 update delivers big gains where family SUV buyers need them most
Mazda’s top-selling SUV hasn’t ripped up the rulebook for its third outing; instead, it treads carefully, sticking close to a formula that’s…
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Final cookery line-up confirmed for Harrogate Food and Drink Festival
The final line-up of chefs and culinary experts has been announced for this year's Harrogate Food and Drink Festival.
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Darlington dad got behind wheel of van while disqualified after it failed MOT
A dad who showed a “blatant disregard” for court orders by driving whilst disqualified and without insurance has been banned from the roads.
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Shop set to turn into café bar on York’s Coney Street as brand reveals plans
The changing face of Coney Street in York continues as a former shop gets set to become a café. The move from it being York’s leading shopping street to a mix of hospitality and retail continues with the development YorkMix reported last...
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Former classmates who left Darlington school in 1966 to meet again 60 years on
Former pupils of a Darlington secondary school will reunite later this month for a special reunion, 60 years after they left the classroom.
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University of York research reveals gaps in support to help smokers quit
A study from the University of York has suggested most smokers in low- and middle-income countries are not receiving the support they need to quit.
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Why the A1(M) jumps from Junction 53 to Junction 56 after Scotch Corner
Why are there missing junctions on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire and County Durham? We try and answer the question often asked by drivers every day.
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Binmen won't collect your recycling if you make this 1 common mistake
A binman on TikTok has revealed why your recycling bin might not have been emptied.
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Driving instructor's 30-second trick that tells drivers the speed limit on roads
This driving instructor has shared an easy hack for working out the speed limit on roads across the UK.
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‘Authentic’ County Durham museum that allows visitors to step back in time
Beamish Museum is an immersive experience with actors in period clothing walking around the different areas.
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Surge in abandoned kittens puts pressure on North Yorkshire animal rescue
Blue Cross in Thirsk has warned that a surge in abandoned kittens is putting pressure on animal rescue services across North Yorkshire.
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Artwork honouring Ferryhill community project unveiled at Town Hall
Ferryhill Town Council has been recognised for its support of the local community after receiving a piece of artwork from Endeavour Woodcrafts CIC…
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Iconic £2m Yorkshire attraction has price slashed to £100k – but there’s a catch
The selling price of an iconic Whitby tourist attraction has been slashed to £100,000 because it has to move out of town.
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Darlington woman slams landlord for 'months of misery' as damp takes over her home
A Darlington resident has been left unable to use her bedroom and has resorted to sleeping on the sofa after the build-up of extreme mould and damp…
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Team at hospital unit devastated by blaze thank ‘fantastic people’ who rallied round
Staff at a North Yorkshire mental health unit have paid tribute to the “fantastic people” who rallied round to help after a devastating fire. Dozens of Malton residents, businesses, school staff and off-duty health workers offered support,...
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Free pump track coming to Helmsley for Tour of Britain celebrations
A free pump track will be open to the public in Helmsley, in the car park of the Black Swan in the Market Place, next month.
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Rishi Sunak welcomes transformation of historic North Yorkshire hotel
Rishi Sunak has welcomed the major refurbishment of The Wainstones Hotel in Great Broughton, North Yorkshire, praising the transformation of the…
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York museum invites visitors to sample Victorian picnic favourites
York Castle Museum is serving up Victorian picnic recipes for visitors to try throughout August and September.
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Major fashion retailer returns to UK high street 7 years after all stores closed
Major fashion retailer Karen Millen has returned to the UK high street after closing all its shops in 2019.
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All of the contestants that are taking part in BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2026
The BBC's popular dance competition is returning in September. See who is taking part.
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North East dog festival reveals packed programme for 2026 event
Dog shows, flyball, agility and Crufts qualification opportunities feature as the North East Dog Festival returns to Kirkley Hall.
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Whitby Endeavour on sale for £100K (but you’ll need to find somewhere to put it)
The Whitby Endeavour is being sold for £100K. The famous replica of Captain Cook’s ship is on the market with Sanderson Weatherall. It is selling it on behalf of liquidators Edward C Wetton of Gibson Booth Business Solutions &...
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New images reveal townhouses replacing former Harrogate metal works
Mulgrave Properties has unveiled the first computer-generated images of its Harrogate One development.
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Mazda’s subtle CX-5 update delivers big gains where family SUV buyers need them most
Mazda’s top-selling SUV hasn’t ripped up the rulebook for its third outing; instead, it treads carefully, sticking close to a formula that’s…
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Darlington Rotary helps install 12 life-saving defibrillators
Darlington Rotary has helped install 12 publicly accessible defibrillators in and around Darlington in just two years, expanding access to…
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Two jailed and 4 set free when 6 shop burglars and thieves sentenced at York court
Six burglars and shoplifters were among defendants who appeared recently before York Magistrates' Court. Two were jailed but the rest walked…
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Main road in North Yorkshire closed in both directions after serious accident
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is closed in both directions due to a serious accident.
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King Charles 'dreadfully saddened' in emotional message after tragedy
King Charles III has said that he is "dreadfully saddened" in an emotional message amid a tragedy.
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Major fashion retailer returns to UK high street 7 years after all stores closed
Major fashion retailer Karen Millen has returned to the UK high street after closing all its shops in 2019.
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Teesside nursery 'needs attention' as Ofsted raises welfare and behaviour concerns
Early Miles Nursery has been told it "needs attention" after Ofsted found weaknesses in every area of their recent inspection.
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UK travel company enters liquidation after 10 years with no new bookings offered
Firefly Holidays offered high-quality trips to holiday villages, camping resorts, ski resorts and more across the likes of France, Spain and Italy.
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Iconic £2m Yorkshire attraction has price slashed to £100k – but there’s a catch
The selling price of an iconic Whitby tourist attraction has been slashed to £100,000 because it has to move out of town.
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Popular North Yorkshire housing development sells out its new homes
Barratt Homes has confirmed its Harclay housing development in Boroughbridge has completely sold out.
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County Durham man sentenced for child image and 'extreme' animal pornography
Paul Winstanley, 49, of Ullswater Crescent, Crook, has admitted making an indecent image of a child and possessing an extreme pornographic image…