York
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Giving regions financial tools to shape their future
In June 2025, I argued in The Yorkshire Post that England’s devolution journey had reached a crossroads and giving mayors more responsibilities was no longer enough. I called for fiscal devolution - allowing mayoral regions to retain a share of the income tax and business rates they generate so they have the financial certainty to invest in their own future, rather than relying on short-term grants from Whitehall.
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Draft environmental approval for controversial gas rig plan in North Yorkshire
A PLANNED gas drilling rig on the North Yorkshire coast has received draft approval for an environmental permit to explore for gas.
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Numerous electrical products stolen at Selby store
Police investigating a burglary in Selby have issued this CCTV image. It happened at City Electrical Factors onProspect Way at12.06pm onThursday 16 July. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Numerous electrical products were stolen...
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Volunteers to bungee jump off 130ft viaduct in steam railway fundraiser
Several thrill-seeking supporters are taking the plunge for North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) next month. Staff and volunteers of the heritage railway will bungee jump to raise funds for the ongoing Bridge 42 Appeal. The fundraising jump...
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Major high street chain to open new store at Yorkshire shopping centre
Yorkshire Trading Company is set to open a new store in Beverley's Flemingate Shopping Centre.
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Burglars strike at specialty shop in North Yorkshire
Multiple burglars have struck inside a specialist electrical shop in North Yorkshire.
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Man in critical condition after crash in busy York road
A man is in critical condition after a crash which saw him taken to hospital by an air ambulance.
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Man 'exposes himself' near shoe shop in coastal North Yorkshire town
A man has reportedly exposed himself outside Clarks in a coastal North Yorkshire town.
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Top York burger restaurant announces new site for August re-opening
A top-rated York burger bar and kitchen has revealed is is to re-open nin Castlegate, after leaving Woodthorpe.
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York under heat health alert as temperatures set to rise to 28C – here’s when
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for York as the Met Office forecasts highs of 28C for the city.
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Musical of 90s cult classic novel with York date cancelled due to low ticket sales
Trainspotting: The Musical will no longer be shown in York after its UK tour was cancelled due to “lower than expected ticket sales”.
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Man jailed for attempted murder after unprovoked stabbing
A Huddersfield man has been jailed after carrying out an unprovoked stabbing that left his victim with life-threatening injuries.
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Musical of 90s cult classic novel with York date cancelled due to low ticket sales
Trainspotting: The Musical will no longer be shown in York after its UK tour was cancelled due to “lower than expected ticket sales”.
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What North Yorkshire's long-term urban gull strategy could mean for the area
A long-term urban gull strategy for the North Yorkshire coast is set to be approved by council bosses this week.
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York under heat health alert as temperatures set to rise to 28C – here’s when
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for York as the Met Office forecasts highs of 28C for the city.
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Burglars strike at specialty shop in North Yorkshire
Multiple burglars have struck inside a specialist electrical shop in North Yorkshire.
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Pair plead guilty after death of man outside Working Men’s Club in Yorkshire
Two men are due to be sentenced later this year after pleading guilty to offences in connection with the death of Doncaster dad Jason Gaskin.
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'It was absolute chaos' - landlord speaks about crash outside his pub in York
A man who alerted police to a crash outside his pub in York has described “absolute chaos” as emergency services worked to make the scene safe.
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Dog walker treated in hospital after breaking up dog fight
A dog walker was treated in hospital after attempting to break up a dog fight.
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Morrisons bringing popular Burger Boi restaurants to UK supermarkets
Morrisons is expanding its partnership with Burger Boi after the success of its first in-store restaurant, with six more locations planned across…
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Man bitten in dog attack at village community centre
A man needed hospital treatment after being bitten by a dog. It happened on the field at the Community Centre onFoxhill Lane,** Brayton**,** Selby**, at about** 9.14pmon Sunday 19 July**. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The...
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Heartfelt tributes to 'beautiful daughter' who died in crash on A170
A HEARTFELT tribute has been made to a "beautiful daughter, sister and granddaughter" who died following a road accident last week."
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Public urged to help shape support for county’s unpaid carers
People across North Yorkshire are being asked to help shape a new strategy aimed at improving support for unpaid carers across the county.
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Teesworks: loan facility of £350m set up to replace 'historic informal arrangements'
The monetary arrangements and loans around Teesworks have been hugely controversial.
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'Significant safety risk' for users of York railway station to be addressed in plans
LNER has applied to City of York Council to replace terrazzo flooring at York railway station on the inner and outer concourses and between…
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Updated: Crash cleared on York main road
There's been a crash on the A1079 Hull Road coming into York this afternoon. Near the Grimston Bar roundabout, it's causing slow traffic
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Heartfelt tributes to 'beautiful daughter' who died in crash on A170
A HEARTFELT tribute has been made to a "beautiful daughter, sister and granddaughter" who died following a road accident last week."
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'It was absolute chaos' - landlord speaks about crash outside his pub in York
A man who alerted police to a crash outside his pub in York has described “absolute chaos” as emergency services worked to make the scene safe.
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'Significant safety risk' for users of York railway station to be addressed in plans
LNER has applied to City of York Council to replace terrazzo flooring at York railway station on the inner and outer concourses and between…
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People ‘assaulted’ by cyclist with ‘food delivery backpack’ in York - man arrested
A man has been arrested after police said people were allegedly assaulted by the same person in York city centre.
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Morrisons bringing popular Burger Boi restaurants to UK supermarkets
Morrisons is expanding its partnership with Burger Boi after the success of its first in-store restaurant, with six more locations planned across…
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Man 'exposes himself' near shoe shop in coastal North Yorkshire town
A man has reportedly exposed himself outside Clarks in a coastal North Yorkshire town.
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Major high street chain to open new store at Yorkshire shopping centre
Yorkshire Trading Company is set to open a new store in Beverley's Flemingate Shopping Centre.
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Binman reveals how to get rid of a disposable BBQ without causing a fire
The No. 1 Binman on TikTok has revealed how to safely dispose of a BBQ without melting your bin or causing a fire.
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PICTURES - Thousands take part in biggest ever York 10K
Organisers are celebrating after thousands of runners, spectators, and supporters packed the streets for the biggest Arla Protein York 10K to date.
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Watch teenage off-road biker risking lives before crashing during police chase
A 15-year-old biker risked lives while trying to flee from police before crashing in South Yorkshire.
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Greggs reveals bizarre weather code that unlocks cheaper lunches
Greggs' new Quicknic deal code will offer a discount depending on the weather in a specific region
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Greggs reveals bizarre weather code that unlocks cheaper lunches
Greggs' new Quicknic deal code will offer a discount depending on the weather in a specific region
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Three-year-old seriously injured after being hit by car in Middlesbrough
A three-year-old child is in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car at the weekend.
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Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the year
A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his…
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Pictures: York 10k celebrates its ‘biggest event yet’
Thousands of runners, spectators, and supporters packed the city streets on Sunday as York 10K delivered its biggest event yet. Organised by Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All with title sponsor Arla Protein, the event got underway at 9:30am as...
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Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the year
A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his…
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Fire started deliberately in York park - police called in to investigate
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb was called to Dringhouses last night (Sunday, August 2).
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August Premium Bonds winners are in - Check to see if you've won £1 million
National Savings and Investments have announced the August 2026 Premium Bonds winners. See if you've won big.
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'Do not eat' warnings as recalls issued at Asda, Tesco, Waitrose and more
There are food safety alerts in place for some items sold at Asda, Tesco and Waitrose and more
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Tesco announces discount fuel offer for UK shoppers who do this one thing
The coupon can be used at Tesco petrol stations across the UK on petrol or diesel, and the offer is valid until Sunday, August 23.
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Emma Thompson enjoys watching film at York cinema
A Hollywood superstar and certified ‘lovey’ visited City Screen in the UK city in Yorkshire.
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This is what long-term gull strategy could mean for North Yorkshire
A LONG-TERM urban gull strategy for the North Yorkshire coast is set to be approved by council bosses this week.
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Child left alone in car in sweltering temperatures at Leeds & Bradford Airport Car Boot Sale
Police were called to reports of child neglect at a Yorkshire car boot sale on Sunday after a child was left in a car alone.
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Thrill-seeking fundraisers attempt to save heritage bridge with big jump
A group of thrill-seekers is set to take their fundraising to save a stretch of North Yorkshire’s most picturesque railways to new heights.