York
-
New funding unlocked to ensure clean, gum free high streets
High footfall areas of Harrogate and Skipton are set to be rid of chewing gum as more funding for specialist equipment has been announced.
-
Thief targets York city centre shop and makes off with gardening equipment
North Yorkshire Police said the theft took place at 1.30pm on June 21 at the shop in Gillygate, close to the city centre.
-
-
-
'Murder probe victim' in seaside town named as man in 20s charged
A Yorkshire man who died following an alleged stabbing in a coastal East Yorkshire town has been named by his family.
-
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.
-
Water burst closes busy cross-Pennine road with work underway
Drivers are warned to plan for delays on a main cross-Pennine route, with work to remedy a water burst which has closed the A646 at Hebden Bridge for two days still ongoing.
-
Yorkshire Water says customers should try and avoid using hosepipes - despite no ban
Earlier in the summer, under-fire chief executive Nicola Shaw told The Yorkshire Post: “I absolutely do not expect to have a hosepipe ban in Yorkshire this summer.”
-
Refuse collector injured by needle in 'overfilled' bin in York
A City of York Council spokesperson said a member of its waste collection crew was hurt by a needle that was sticking out of a bag in an overfilled…
-
Whitby news and updates on historic North Yorkshire seaside town
Here are York Press' latest news stories on Whitby, North Yorkshire.
-
Rail firm warns of disruption for York passengers due to ‘extreme heat’
Northern has warned that “extreme heat” is due to affect its services through York.
-
'Murder probe victim' in seaside town named as man in 20s charged
A Yorkshire man who died following an alleged stabbing in a coastal East Yorkshire town has been named by his family.
-
Woman arrested after bank cards ‘stolen’ from vehicles in York suburb
A woman has been arrested after bank cards were allegedly stolen from vehicles in Acomb, York.
-
Why the Glorious Twelfth is more than just the start of the grouse shooting season
It’s the Glorious Twelfth, start of the grouse shooting season, but those who manage the land have told of the ever-growing challenges that they face… from the climate to government intervention.
-
Revealed: York’s asking prices for homes – and what they actually sold for
New data has revealed how much homes in York sold for compared with their original asking price.
-
Refuse collector injured by needle in 'overfilled' bin in York
A City of York Council spokesperson said a member of its waste collection crew was hurt by a needle that was sticking out of a bag in an overfilled…
-
Northern Rail routes through Yorkshire to be disrupted due to extreme heat reaching 34C
With temperatures soaring above 30C across the UK - Northern Rail has reduced services going through Yorkshire.
-
-
Residents voice outrage at plans for solar farm on South Yorkshire green belt
Rotherham and Doncaster residents have voiced their objections to plans for a new solar farm on green belt land.
-
More than 4 million chickens could be raised at Yorkshire farm under new plans
Six new poultry houses could be added to East Farm in Forest Lane, Alne, Easingwold on agricultural land at the 12.65 Hectare site, under plans…
-
Hilarious Prime Video show to release its first Halloween special in October
Amazon Prime Video’s original series Last One Laughing returns to our screens this October for a Halloween special.
-
Rekha Mistry: Gardeners’ World star to talk at city flower festival
Sheffield’s first flower festival is bursting into bloom this month – and will help fund free gardening sessions to improve women’s mental health.
-
Hour by hour weather forecast for Yorkshire as temperatures set to soar to 34C
The Met Office has issued an Amber Extreme Heat warning for parts of southern and eastern England, as well as the Midlands - here is an hour by hour weather forecast for Yorkshire.
-
Richard Hammond speaks out after court conviction
Former Top Gear host Richard Hammond has spoken out on his speeding conviction and court fine.
-
York-born Hollywood star back on UK screens with fellow legend of film and theatre
Tea with Judi Dench sees Dame Judi Dench welcome her great friend Sir Ian McKellen to her home for an hour-long conversation.
-
Heatwaves show that the climate crisis is not a distant threat - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Nicholas Knox, Langley Park, Durham.
-
-
-
Missing York woman, 82, found safe and well
A missing 82-year-old York woman reported missing has been found safe and well, police said.
-
City centre bridge to close TONIGHT for resurfacing work
A major city centre bridge will close overnight tonight for planned resurfacing.
-
Thief targets York city centre shop and makes off with gardening equipment
North Yorkshire Police said the theft took place at 1.30pm on June 21 at the shop in Gillygate, close to the city centre.
-
Friends group to continue pushing for transformation of 'secret garden'
The fierce determination of a group of Sheffielders to transform an unloved part of a city park into an area of natural beauty has seen them challenge Sheffield City Council relentlessly.
-
What’s the point of devolution when it doesn’t cover the NHS? - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Gareth Robson, Beckenham.
-
East Barnby Outdoor Centre: Council chiefs set to vote on closure
More than 70 years of residential stays at East Barnby Outdoor Centre could end after council chiefs were advised to cancel planned investment in the centre and use alternative facilities.
-
Predator went to Sheffield station with pack of Viagra to meet ‘14-year-old’
A 74-year-old man who went to Sheffield station with a pack of Viagra to meet what he believed was a 14-year-old girl has been jailed following a British Transport Police (BTP) investigation.
-
North Yorkshire runner takes on one of UK’s toughest endurance events
Rachel Ross Russell, from the North Yorkshire Moors, will tackle the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra in the Lake District in September.
-
Driver banned after he failed to respond to court summons
A driver who was among three motorists who failed to respond to a court summons has been banned from driving.
-
Two people trapped in York shopping park - emergency crews called in
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from York were called to Kathryn Avenue in Huntington just after midnight (Wednesday, August 12).
-
Celebrate Results Day 2026 with the best free pizza, food and deals for A levels
Results Day 2026 freebies include free Zizzi pizza, Nando’s chicken, Moonpig cards, drinks, desserts and more. See the full list of deals.
-
Asda announces major shake-up affecting 3,500 workers nationwide
Asda said there are no plans for redundancies as part of the move
-
York apprentice to cycle 400 miles with friend for life-saving cancer research
Jake Turner from York is cycling the length of the East Coast Main Line with Declan Kiely to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
-
More than 100 classic tractors heading to major Harrogate vintage sale
Cheffins’ annual Harrogate Vintage Sale will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground this weekend.
-
Farmers and firefighters join forces to tackle field blaze near Yorkshire town
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to a field fire in Grindale Lane, Bridlington around 5.45pm on Tuesday, August 11.
-
Final homes up for sale before next phase of Driffield development
Barratt Homes says eight homes remain for sale in the current phase at Mortimer Park in Driffield.
-
Experts issue stark warning over eclipse glasses before UK event
Brits have been warned not to use ordinary or ‘knock-off’ eclipse glasses as more than 90 of the Sun is blocked over the UK on August 12.
-
Man's 'miraculous' recovery after colleagues saved him highlights importance of CPR
A MAN who made a 'miraculous' recovery after his work colleagues performed CPR on him for 15 minutes has stressed the need for everyone to…
-
-
-
Experts issue stark warning over eclipse glasses before UK event
Brits have been warned not to use ordinary or ‘knock-off’ eclipse glasses as more than 90 of the Sun is blocked over the UK on August 12.
-
Vehicle ends up on roof in North Yorkshire village crash
The county's fire and rescue service said crews from Scarborough and Sherburn were called to a crash in Foxholes around 11.45pm yesterday…