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'Excited' and 'concerned'- verdict on new supermarket at York B&Q plans
People living close to the site of a proposed new supermarket in York have given their verdict on the plans.
‘Austerity is inevitably painful’: How Michael Gove justifies his politics
In the latest episode of Radical Thinking, the Conservative stalwart Michael Gove joins Aditya Chakrabortty to discuss the future of the right, his record on Brexit and austerity, and the Spectator’s position on Islam
Leeds Abbey Dash nears sell-out as demand for 2026 race surges
A POPULAR 10K race is close to reaching full capacity, with only a limited number of entries remaining.
Piece Hall Christmas Markets 2026 - Everything visitors need to know
Find out everything you need to know about The Piece Hall Christmas Markets, including dates, traders, entertainment and festive events.
How to watch England vs Tonga for FREE: Live streams for Rugby League World Cup 2026 game
Brian McDermott's men begin their campaign in Perth
Café near A1 dubbed North East 'hidden gem' earns near-perfect rating
A countryside café near Alnwick has earned a 4.9-star Tripadvisor rating, with visitors praising its homemade breakfasts, cakes and dog-friendly setting.
Super tanker ablaze after striking mine in Strait of Hormuz: IRGC
The IRGC navy accused the tanker of having turned off its positioning and radar systems in an effort to evade detection.
Man jailed for Starmer-linked arson attacks deported, Home Office says
Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc was sentenced in June over arson attacks targeting the former prime minister's car and property.
'Have you seen this man?' - police launch appeal after 'theft' at garage store
North Yorkshire Police has launched a CCTV appeal following an alleged theft from JB Motors Garage in Malton.
North Yorkshire farm shop and café with mega views praised for pies and breakfasts
Toft Gate Barn near Pateley Bridge has earned a 4.6 Tripadvisor rating, with customers praising its steak pies, hearty food and Yorkshire Dales views.
American travels over 5,000 miles to munch on old-fashioned sweets at Beamish Museum
A Viral American food vlogger has visited County Durham's Beamish Museum to try some of their old-fashioned sweets and chocolate, prompting recommendations from locals.
Honeybees are barging aside wild pollinators in hunt for pollen and nectar, study finds
As a surge in beekeepers has lead to increased numbers of honeybees, researchers record them pushing bumblebees and other rival species away from flowers
Six exes from hell locked up for abusing the women they were meant to love
Six North East men, including Matthew Hurst and Daniel Grainger, jailed for domestic abuse, stalking and violent attacks on partners across County Durham.
All the president’s women: a familiar downward trajectory in Trump’s cabinet
Half of Trump’s female cabinet officials have been replaced by men, while men facing misconduct allegations remain
'Landmark' Grade II listed building on the market with plans for five homes
A Grade II listed building is on the market with planning permission to be turned into five homes.
'Have you seen this man?' - police launch appeal after 'theft' at garage store
North Yorkshire Police has launched a CCTV appeal following an alleged theft from JB Motors Garage in Malton.
Attacks on Edinburgh secondary school teachers more than double in four years
In total, 210 attacks were recorded, including 39 instances of teachers being hit with a thrown object and 14 cases of an item being used as a weapon.
Bradford mum helps inspire families across UK to get moving
A MUM from Bradford is helping to inspire families across the UK to get moving
Two caravans destroyed by fire near site in North Yorkshire
Two caravans have been destroyed by a fire behind a site in Thirsk.
Bradford festival to shine a spotlight on Black arts and culture
A VIBRANT celebration of Black arts and culture is set to take place in the city
Scandinavian bakery perfect for a pastry stop on an autumn walk in North Yorkshire
Koselig Bakeri has built a loyal following across North Yorkshire with Scandinavian-inspired artisan pastries.
Prolific shoplifter banned from every Sainsbury's in County Durham and jailed
A prolific County Durham shoplifter has been banned from every Sainsbury's store in the region and jailed after pleading guilty to multiple offences in court.
ASML's employee-only High-NA EUV Lego kit gets an open 810-piece fan replica — custom MOC dodges $700 eBay prices with working wafer tray and vacuum pumps
You can now get a mini-High-NA EUV in your home even if you don't work for ASML.
New passport changes coming to UK airports - everything travellers need to know
Contactless passport checks are coming to Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester, but travellers still need valid passports and should keep them in hand luggage.
Why this historic Northumberland spot could be better than Kielder in autumn
As autumn colours spread across Northumberland's countryside, few places combine history and natural beauty quite like National Trust site Cragside.
New book explores 'macabre and murky true crime stories' from Bradford's past
TODAY’S forensic detectives are often painted on screen as glamorous, dashing figures operating in high-tech labs.
'Cool spaces' to become 'essential' in York due to climate change - warning
Places where people can shelter from extreme heat in York will soon become essential, a councillor has said.
Fires, smashed glass and vandalism spark safety fears at County Durham leisure centre
Safety fears have been raised after vandalism, fires and smashed glass were reported at Meadowfield Leisure Centre, prompting extra police patrols and security measures.
Lotus Lounge confirms opening date for new Pan-Asian restaurant in Yarm
Yarm’s new Pan-Asian restaurant Lotus Lounge has announced its opening date - and there are just days to go.
Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged supporters to defend new U.S. sanctions against Russia