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Homeowners warned over building without planning permission
HOMEOWNERS who build without planning permission risk being ordered to demolish their projects.
York dealer caught twice in 3 days with heroin and cocaine jailed for 7 years
A York man caught hiding in a garden with heroin and cocaine was caught three days later with more drugs, the city's crown court heard.
Arts and nature to be celebrated as Bradford builds on City of Culture year
Art and nature are being celebrated later this month in a city that is still clearly revelling in its success as a City of Culture. Steve Teale reports.
York dealer caught twice in 3 days with heroin and cocaine jailed for 7 years
A York man caught hiding in a garden with heroin and cocaine was caught three days later with more drugs, the city's crown court heard.
Ukraine war live: Trump and Putin could attend China peace summit without Zelensky
The US president thinks somebody else needs to negotiate on behalf of Ukraine
NHS told bereaved family Herald maternity death figures 'wrong' - but data was right
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde apologises after a bereaved family was told maternity death figures revealed by The Herald were wrong, despite coming from the board's own data.
The roots of AI fear in the West are cultural, not technological
Popular conceptions of AI differ drastically between the US and China. Columnist Annalee Newitz dives into the cultural, religious and sci-fi factors driving our impressions of its power
French cities ‘calm overnight’ after targeted curfews, prime minister says – Europe live
Sébastien Lecornu suggests more curfews could be introduced to quell unrest after weekend protests
County Durham woman told breast cancer tests were negative before rare diagnosis
Alison Deighton, 69, says her cancer test was misread as negative before a rare breast cancer diagnosis amid the County Durham NHS breast care scandal.
Alberta voters reject plan for referendum to leave Canada, CBC projects
Projection delivers a victory for prime minister Mark Carney and supporters of Canadian unity
'People actually left': York businesses count cost of repeated roadworks
Businesses in Low Petergate say ongoing roadworks are costing them money, driving away customers and creating access problems.
Pride in Place funding to bring £750,000 boost for dropped kerbs in Darlington
MONEY from a Government-backed initiative to improve the lives of people in Darlington is helping to make key parts of the town more accessible.
Double success for Bradford NHS staff at national awards
A HEALTHCARE team has won national recognition for its dedication to patient care and professionalism
Video. Police patrol Paris streets under overnight curfew
Video. Paris police imposed an overnight curfew on Monday around Place de la Republique and Les Halles after France’s worst rioting in years. Streets were calm.
Have your say on £20m investment plans for County Durham areas
County Durham residents are being invited to help shape the future of their communities after three areas secured millions of pounds of Government regeneration funding.
Bradford researchers uncover the real appeal of murder mysteries
CRIME fiction readers are drawn to human relationships and psychological depth
Why slow travel fans should start with Türkiye
The Cittaslow’ initiative has been highlighting the lesser-known burgs around the world which celebrate local food, culture and history. Türkiye is the proud owner of 29 such towns, all offering unfettered access to myriad aspects of Turkish culture. #Destinations
Popular Yorkshire attraction offers free entry to grounds until March
Free entry is now available to the grounds and gardens at Sewerby Hall and Gardens until March.
Healey to reject calls to raise capital gains tax in budget
Cabinet colleagues have previously called for an increase but chancellor feels it might ultimately cost the Treasury
Wensleydale Railway announces return of Fireworks Express for Bonfire Night
Wensleydale Railway’s Fireworks Express will run on Saturday, November 7, between Leyburn and Leeming Bar.
Richmond set for festive candlelit Royal Northern Sinfonia concert
Richmond hosts Royal Northern Sinfonia, part of The Glasshouse’s Christmas 2026 programme featuring Tony Hadley, Matt Baker and Gorka Márquez.
‘Grant would have loved it’: York rugby clubs unite for emotional memorial match
Players, families and supporters came together for a special memorial rugby match in York in memory of much-loved sportsman and community figure Grant Cockburn.
Esther Rantzen felt 'deprived of choice' over her own death
A note written by Dame Esther Rantzen is released by her family following a private funeral.
Deadline approaching for County Durham secondary school applications
Durham parents must apply for secondary school places by October 31, for September 2027 starts, as late applications may miss preferred schools.
Yorkshire seaside town named among UK's top five autumn holiday destinations
Whitby has been named one of the UK’s top destinations for an autumn getaway, according to holidaycottages.co.uk.
Police praise courage of woman after officer convicted of raping her
Police have praised the courage of a woman whose evidence led to a York jury convicting a West Yorkshire police officer of rape.
CSI probe launched on Bishop Auckland street after man suffers knife injuries
A CSI probe was launched on a Bishop Auckland street after a man arrived at hospital with serious injuries.
Yorkshire brewery raises a glass to Armed Forces with Remembrance beer
Yorkshire brewery T&R Theakston launches Remembrance beer in honour of the Armed Forces.
East Morton church concert raises £1,200 for baby bank and community charity
A concert by the All Together Now Choir at St Luke's Church, East Morton, has raised £1,200 for two charities.
AI just found new solutions for magnetic fields in fusion reactors
Google's Gemini 4 Argon helps solve a 59-year-old fusion energy mystery in hours, beating decades of physics theory