York
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Amanda Owen's farmhouse transformed using decorating trick involving gallons of tea
Amanda Owen's Anty John's farmhouse gets an unusual makeover as gallons of tea are used to give freshly plastered walls an aged appearance.
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York theatre to celebrate free membership scheme launch with a pre-show treat
York Theatre Royal have the perfect accompaniment to a cosy night at the theatre this Autumn. To celebrate the launch of new discount membership scheme for those aged 16-30, York Theatre Royal have partnered up with Ringtons for a special...
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'Businesses at risk' - Row erupts over plans for new takeaways in York
A row has erupted over the latest plans for new takeaways in York.
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New family sensory room opens at York leisure centre
A new sensory room opens at York leisure centre following funding from Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. A brand-new sensory room has opened at Energise Leisure Centre in York – providing a dedicated, inclusive space for children, families...
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Corridor care is a problem that is not going away in the NHS - Jayne Dowle
Our local hospital’s A&E department recorded its busiest day ever earlier this month, with a total of 450 people attending, setting a new daily record. And this is only October, the start of autumn, not the depths of winter.
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Dozens of Yorkshire buses display giant poppies for Remembrance tribute
Dozens of Transdev buses across Yorkshire have been decorated with giant poppies in tribute to the Armed Forces.
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North Yorkshire school praised for 'loving community' in inspection
A NORTH Yorkshire school is celebrating following a recent inspection which recognised its 'loving community'.
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Quality Street makes major change to iconic tubs for Christmas 2026
Quality Street tubs will feature a Monopoly-themed design this Christmas, with shoppers able to win up to £20,580 or a Monopoly: Quality Street Edition gameboard.
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'Why not a golf shop or TKMaxx?' - hopes for prime shop vacant in York
The TG Jones shop - formerly WHSmith - in 39-41 Coney Street closed on Monday (October 19) and followed the closure of a key city centre post office in the same building five days earlier.
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York community garden transformed after more than 20 years with funding boost
The Acomb Explore community garden has been given a new lease of life thanks to a generous grant of more than £1,500.
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Busy road in York set to close for several hours during rush hour period
City of York Council said Skeldergate will close this evening from 6pm (, between its junctions with Micklegate and Terry Avenue, close to the Skeldergate Bridge over the River Ouse.
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Acquiring Doncaster Sheffield Airport’s freehold sends a powerful message - Dan Fell
There have been plenty of big moments during the long campaign to reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA). These have included significant funding announcements, to-the-wire council meetings, and engagement with the country’s most senior politicians.
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Occupants of unauthorized Traveller site in Yorkshire village plan High Court appeal
The occupants of an unauthorised Traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside are planning to appeal to the Planning Inspectorate in a bid to remain on the land, it has emerged.
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Boris Johnson, 62, in 'saving' career move away from the UK
The former UK prime minister, 62, who was also the last Conservative Mayor of London, is in a 'saving' career move away from the country.
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Crews tackle farm fire in Ryedale
Firefighters from Pickering and Malton extinguished a blaze involving farm machinery last night.
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Sky confirms 4 more changes coming to millions of TVs in October
Sky TV customers may notice even more changes to its TV guide, as well as Sky+, Sky Q and Sky Glass and Stream.
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Goat rescued by firefighters in field on outskirts of North Yorkshire town
The county's fire and rescue service was called to an area of Falsgrave, to the west of Scarborough, at 7.32pm last night (Wednesday, October 21).
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Parking charges to increase across Yorkshire car parks ahead of Christmas
York parking charges will rise at many city-centre locations from next month during the seasonal event period.
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Why Armed Forces accommodation needs to be a priority
The need for Britain to bolster its defence capabilities has never been more apparent. The war in Ukraine and the stop-start conflicts in the Middle East means no country can turn a blind eye to defence, not least nations in Western Europe. Especially as US President Donald Trump has indicated that America will no longer underwrite the security of its allies.
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The Hicks Amendment is an opportunity to build on Hillsborough Law
The Hillsborough disaster and subsequent cover–up that followed spoke volumes of the imbalance between ordinary people and the power structures in this country. Not only was there a lack of truth and accountability but when the truth did emerge there was a lack of correction of the public record.
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York theatre offers discounts on tickets and free treats - here's how to get yours
A York theatre is offering special discounts on a cozy night at the theatre this month.
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Former Manchester United worker shares business advice on leadership
A performance coach urged business leaders to look inward to improve team leadership during the York Business Festival hosted by The Press.
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Two North Yorkshire village primary schools could merge in bid to secure their future
Two village primary schools could be merged into a single school operating across both sites under a plan to secure their future and keep them legal.
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Historic Yorkshire stately home to offer yoga and meditation retreats
Carlton Towers is offering three-day wellness retreats in 2027.
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Two North Yorkshire village primary schools could merge in bid to secure their future
Two village primary schools could be merged into a single school operating across both sites under a plan to secure their future and keep them legal.
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Yorktoberfest returns with spectacular circus acts and Bavarian celebrations
Yorktoberfest returned to York Racecourse this weekend with a packed programme of Bavarian-themed entertainment under a Big Top.
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Emmerdale and Coronation Street face ITV schedule changes next week
ITV is switching up the Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules next week to allow for a football match to air.
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Emmerdale and Coronation Street face ITV schedule changes next week
ITV is switching up the Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules next week to allow for a football match to air.
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New phase of homes launched in Whitby after strong demand from buyers
David Wilson Homes has launched the next phase of a popular scheme on the North Yorkshire coast, in Whitby.
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‘Targeting the bereaved’ - Opposition to council plan to scrap empty home tax discount
A senior councillor has publicly opposed his own cabinet’s proposal to scrap a council tax discount on empty homes.
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'Why not a golf shop or TKMaxx?' - hopes for prime shop vacant in York
The TG Jones shop - formerly WHSmith - in 39-41 Coney Street closed on Monday (October 19) and followed the closure of a key city centre post office in the same building five days earlier.
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Sheffield shortlisted in the final four for UK City of Culture 2029
Sheffield has been shortlisted as the next UK City of Culture for 2029 as bids are whittled down to the final four.
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Cleveland Police had highest rate of complaints across England and Wales, IOPC says
The police watchdog put the rise in complaints down the artificial intelligence (AI).
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The Press Best Curry House 2026 finalists revealed
The finalists in The Press Best Curry House in York 2026 competition have been revealed.
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Teen caused £10,000 damage during 90mph police chase through Halifax
A teenage driver who caused £10,000 damage after leading police on a 90mph chase through Halifax has been sentenced.
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Yorkshire seaside town named among best in the UK beating Whitby and Scarborough
Filey has beaten both Scarborough and Whitby to be named one of the best seaside towns in the UK - see why.
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Goat rescued by firefighters in field on outskirts of North Yorkshire town
The county's fire and rescue service was called to an area of Falsgrave, to the west of Scarborough, at 7.32pm last night (Wednesday, October 21).
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Shopping trolley, traffic cones and road signs to be removed from North Yorkshire river
A shopping trolley, traffic cones and road signs are among the items that are being cleared from a North Yorkshire river.
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Police seize vehicles in major Yorkshire immigration crime operation
Six people have been arrested and more than 600 vehicles searched during a major police operation targeting organised immigration crime across Yorkshire and the Humber.
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Two North Yorkshire village schools could merge to secure future
Two village primary schools in Yorkshire could be merged into a single school operating across both sites under a plan to secure their future.
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Met Office issues yellow weather warning for North Yorkshire
The Met Office has issued a warning for parts of North Yorkshire as Storm Boelo approaches.
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MoD defers almost £2bn in funding for mouldy and damp military accommodation
The Defence Committee recently said that the quality of service personnel homes is “shocking”, revealing that mould and damp was driving people out of the Armed Forces.
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Heartbeat was the best of TV, here’s why I believe it can be revived - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: William Loneskie, Justice Park, Oxton, Lauder, Berwickshire.
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'Appalling' - 'Vermin' fears as rubbish overflowing from York bin prompting action call
Rubbish overflowing from York bins has sparked vermin fears and a call for action to tackle the issue.
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Calls to cut DWP State Pension Age to 65 to free up jobs grow
The campaign wants the state pension age reduced to 65 for everyone, and is close to the threshold for parliamentary debate.
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Doncaster care home in special measures as concerns raised over staffing
A care home in Doncaster has been placed in special measures amid concerns over low staffing.
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Historic Yorkshire stately home to offer yoga and meditation retreats
Carlton Towers is offering three-day wellness retreats in 2027.
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Mayors could impose tourist taxes in National Parks without authorities' approval
REGIONAL mayors could apply tourism taxes in National Parks without formal approval from National Park Authorities, ministers have indicated.
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Grade II listed village pub goes up for sale for £850,000
A Grade II listed village inn has been put up for sale.
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Events shine a light on the importance of community - Carl Les
Double booked one day this last week which was disappointing as I also had a couple of light days. One was a quick trip to Escrick near Selby to see the exhibition on the proposals for Heronby, a new settlement of 3,500 houses, which was also online. However it was useful to see the information boards, and hear explanations offered.