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Mayors to hold Yorkshire Water to account under Andy Burnham's public control plans
Andy Burnham has unveiled plans for new laws to pave the way for public ownership of failing water firms, which would see greater public control over Yorkshire Water.
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Police appeal for information about the behaviour of a woman in York city centre
Police have put out an appeal for information in relation to the behaviour of a woman in York. The incident happened in the city centre around High Ousegate, Spurriergate and Coney Street between 4:50pm and 6:30pm yesterday, Monday 28th...
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Middleham Bridge: Repairs to cost £40,000 as council considers raising arch
Repairs to Middleham Bridge following a collision with an HGV are expected to cost around £40,000 — while longer-term plans could see the historic arch raised to reduce the risk of further strikes.
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Warning after fraudsters pose as North Yorkshire Police officers
North Yorkshire Police has issued a warning after receiving more than 50 reports of fraudsters posing as police officers.
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Drivers face 55-mile diversion when North York Moors road closes
Drivers face an almost 55-mile diversion when a major North Yorkshire road closes for essential maintenance next month.
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Analysis: why Andy Burnham's speech is not as radical as first meets the eye
How radical actually are Andy Burnham’s Labour Party Conference speech plans?
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Drivers face 55-mile diversion when North York Moors road closes
Drivers face an almost 55-mile diversion when a major North Yorkshire road closes for essential maintenance next month.
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A64 dualling unlikely in near future, says York and North Yorkshire mayor
THE dualling of the A64 road between York and Scarborough is unlikely to happen “any time soon”, the county’s mayor has said. David Skaith, the elected Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has admitted he does not expect funding for full...
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Pilot fined after hitting passer-by with aircraft and fracturing his bones
A pilot has been ordered to pay £8,000 after seriously injuring a man by hitting him with a paramotor aircraft.
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Man attacked and injured in York city centre
Police in York are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault in the city centre which left a man with a broken jaw. The incident happened at around 5.15pm on Friday 18 September, outside the public toilets on St Leonard’s...
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'Soul destroying' - £3,000 of damage after 'arson' at Yorkshire community centre
An alleged arson at a community centre in Scarborough has caused thousands of pounds worth of damage.
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New Italian wine bar to open in North Yorkshire town – and win a trip to Sicily!
Something tasty is set to open in Northallerton this month. Italian wine bar and kitchen Veeno has announced it will open at Northallerton’s Treadmills development on Thursday 15 October. The venue, run by local franchisee Chris Fernandes,...
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'Everyone can be part of it!' – Iconic York road to host free finale of new jazz festival
Bishopthorpe Road will host the finale of the York Jazz Festival with a free afternoon of live music. The finale of the festival will take place this Sunday, 4 October in the Shoppers Car Park from 12pm to 7:30pm. Featuring performances...
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Sex offender used dark web to collect 110,000 indecent child images on 76 devices
A sex offender who had over 110,000 indecent images of children on 76 devices has been spared jail.
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Andy Burnham pledges to change pension triple lock and create a national care service
In a speech that was over an hour, the Prime Minister made bold announcements on water, electoral reform and Brexit.
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Castle Howard have welcomed another rare red squirrel
Castle Howard Arboretum has welcomed a young female Red Squirrel just in time for autumn. Cinnamon the red squirrel has arrived! Named by the Red Squirrel Volunteers at the Arboretum, Cinnamon joins two-year-old David Attenborough, who was...
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York jazz festival to bring four days of live music across city venues – all the info
A new four-day jazz festival will bring live music to a range of venues across York.
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Harrogate Spring Water to appeal refusal of controversial bottling plant expansion
Harrogate Spring Water will appeal plans to expand its bottling plant after refusal by North Yorkshire Council, as campaigners vow to defend Rotary…
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Popular North Yorkshire actor confirmed as host of prime time show
A POPULAR North Yorkshire actor has been confirmed as one of the hosts of a prime-time television programme.
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Watch: What Labour Conference announcements mean for York and North Yorkshire
NEW powers over skills, careers and economic development could have the biggest impact on residents of the North Yorkshire coast, according to the…
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Busy York crossing set to receive major safety upgrade
A busy pedestrian crossing is set for a major upgrade as part of a York city-wide signal renewal scheme.
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Latest on A64 dualling between York and Scarborough
THE dualling of the A64 road between York and Scarborough is unlikely to happen “any time soon”, the county’s mayor has said.
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Mum’s anger over grouse shooting and snakes on council’s school route over moorland
For Bilsdale mother-of-three Laura Seales, the issues surrounding North Yorkshire’s home-to-school transport policy are not simply about lines on a computer-generated map. They mean explaining to her four-year-old daughter why she cannot...
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‘No one wants bad blood’ – York café decision amid fears from parents with baby
Plans for a contentious new cafe and restaurant in York have been given the green light despite fears from a young family about late night noise. Councillors approved 99 Seats Ltd’s licence application to open the venue in Unit 10, Ryedale...
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'This is a space for everyone' - new arts hub to open in the heart of York
A new arts space is set to open in the heart of York city centre.
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Cheapest tin of own brand baked beans revealed as beans on toast price rockets
Beans on toast has risen 33 in price over the past decade, according to new research. See which supermarkets sell the cheapest baked beans for 27p.
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Prioritise the dualling of the A64 to help boost the economy - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Neal, Cleethorpes.
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North Yorkshire parks and gardens win top Yorkshire in Bloom awards
Parks and gardens across North Yorkshire have received top honours in the Yorkshire in Bloom awards.
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33 York and North Yorkshire businesses named as awards finalists
York Press BUSINESS iQ Awards 2026 names 33 finalists across 11 categories. Cally Beaton hosts the 35th-year ceremony at York Racecourse on Thursday…
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Ludwig series 2 'extraordinary' viewing figures are revealed
The second series of BBC detective drama Ludwig, starring David Mitchell, has once again captivated audiences, attracting 9.1 million viewers for…
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The withdrawal of inheritance tax relief on farmland is having the desired effect - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Doug Clark, Cononley, Keighley.
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Jeremy Clarkson's Porsche recalled immediately over safety fears
Clarkson's Farm and Top Gear star Jeremy Clarkson's Porsche has been recalled immediately over safety fears.
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15 and 17-storey office blocks proposed for former Yorkshire Post site
Revised plans for 15- and 17-storey offices, a bar and health clinic at Leeds’ former Yorkshire Post site could create jobs if approved.
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Coffee and cake help Boroughbridge care home raise funds for Macmillan
A coffee morning and bake sale took place at Boroughbridge Manor in support of Macmillan Cancer Support.
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Sir Kevin Sinfield’s 7 in 7: Warm welcome at Bishopthorpe Palace
Sir Kevin Sinfield was greeted by schoolchildren, a community choir and supporters at Bishopthorpe Palace near York as he prepared for the next stage of his final 7 in 7 challenge.
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Whitby Abbey Wharf conversion plans could add new restaurant seating
WHITBY’S historic Abbey Wharf could be transformed as part of new conversion plans for the Grade-II listed building.
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Popular Whitby hotel receives one-star food hygiene rating after inspection
The highly regarded Whitby Inn and B&B - The White House Hotel- has scored one star for food hygiene, meaning major improvement necessary.
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Andy Burnham expected to tackle pensions triple lock in Labour conference speech
Andy Burnham will pledge to tackle the issues politicians “usually avoid” in his first leader’s speech at the Labour Party conference amid mounting speculation the pensions triple lock could be reformed to fund social care.
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Out-of-order EV chargers finally set to be replaced in North Yorkshire
Out-of-order electric vehicle chargers across the former Hambleton district are finally set to be replaced as part of a £129,500 council programme.
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Body found during search for missing York woman
A body has been found during the search for a missing York woman in East Yorkshire.
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The 37 car brands which owe £56m compensation to UK drivers over 9-year period
UK motorists who bought a car between 2006 and 2015 from 37 brands may be owed part of £56m set aside for compensation
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25 historic York buildings to open their doors for free this weekend
Some of York's most historic buildings are set to open their doors to the public later this week.
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York mobility charity wins £1,000 tricycle in recent giveaway
ShopMobility York was named the winner of Jorvik Tricycles’ charity giveaway, with a new adult tricycle worth £1,000.
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Ludwig series 2 'extraordinary' viewing figures are revealed
The second series of BBC detective drama Ludwig, starring David Mitchell, has once again captivated audiences, attracting 9.1 million viewers for…
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'Next Lionel Messi or Lucy Bronze' could get start in York under new plans
The next Lionel Messi or Lucy Bronze could soon play their first football matches in York, a senior councillor has said.
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Full cast revealed for Rapunzel Christmas pantomime at Storyhouse Chester
Storyhouse Chester has announced the full cast for its Christmas pantomime, Rapunzel.
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Hunt launched for wanted man after breach of domestic violence order
A hunt has been launched for a man who has broken a domestic violence protection order.
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Person in York river - emergency crews called to scene
Fire crews, ambulance, police, rescue boat have helped a person who fell into the River Foss.
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Reopened Whitby pub The Railway Tap seeks licence to serve alcohol until midnight
A soon-to-reopen Whitby pub has applied for a new premises licence that would allow the sale of alcohol until midnight.
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State pension triple lock under pressure ahead of Budget as billions at stake
The state pension triple lock is facing renewed pressure ahead of the October Budget. Here's what could happen to pension increases and why the…