Gazette & Herald
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Pickering Running Club members impress in races at home and abroad
Pickering Running Club members excelled in a number of disparate events last weekend.
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Crash closes part of main road in York
Part of The Mount close to Holgate Road and the centre of York was shut around 8.45pm last night (Thursday, October 8) as a recovery vehicle was seen winching a white Ford Focus from a traffic light stationed in the centre of the road.
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Village water pipes to be replaced to reduce bursts, leaks and supply interruptions
Yorkshire Water is underway with a £1.5m mains replacement scheme in a North Yorkshire village in a drive to reduce bursts, leaks, and supply interruptions in the area.
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Early flu season warning as UK virus levels hit four-year high
The UK Health Security Agency has warned of a potentially early flu season as virus levels rise higher than during the same period in the past four years.
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Hurricane with 105mph winds could bring stormy conditions to UK
Good Morning Britain's Laura Tobin warns the remnants of a US hurricane will bring stormy conditions to the UK by the middle of next week.
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UK drinks company to close after 6 years as it collapses into liquidation
Straight and Narrow Drinks, a UK maker of low-calorie alcohol-free beverages, is set to close after entering liquidation.
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Long delays after an overturned vehicle closes motorway
The M62 in Yorkshire is shut and there are long delays after a vehicle overturned this morning.
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Motorcyclist hospitalised for weeks due to driver ‘trying to save 30 seconds'
A motorcyclist was left in hospital for weeks due to injuries suffered in a crash in Selby caused by a driver "trying to save himself 30 seconds’’, a court heard.
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York-based firm completes major installation for three-storey headquarters
York firm Portakabin has finished a new headquarters built from 66 modular units.
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New 3G pitch, padel court and rugby fives courts approved at Scarborough Rugby Club
THE major expansion of a North Yorkshire rugby club has been approved after councillors voted to overturn a recommendation for refusal.
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Mayor joins India trade mission as leaders target £170m boost for Yorkshire
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire wants to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for Yorkshire and the Humber on a visit to India.
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Crash closes major North Yorkshire road - emergency services at the scene
In a statement issued this morning, the county's police force said the A169 between Saltergate Bank and Lockton, outside Pickering, is closed.
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York specialist school approved to increase intake by almost double
A specialist school on the outskirts of York has been given the green light by Ofsted to nearly double its student capacity.
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Station Gateway scheme approved after councillors back revised plans
A MAJOR redevelopment of Scarborough Station has been given the green light after changes to the plan were welcomed by councillors.
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First Aldi store opens in major North Yorkshire town today
A NEW Aldi store opened its doors to customers this morning (Thursday) with school children joining an Olympic medallist to cut the ribbon.
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£150 energy bill help returns in October – check if you could qualify
The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.
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Bridlington care home to open 24‑bed community for women
A Bridlington care home is to open a dedicated 24-bed community for women as the town’s ageing population increases demand for residential and dementia care.
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Noxious smells, maggots, rats and reports of drugs in closed coastal house
A house in a coastal Yorkshire town has been closed by the courts following reports of antisocial behaviour and suspected drug activity.
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New inclusive play space to open in North Yorkshire town centre
A new inclusive space aimed at supporting families is set to open its doors with a special event in the centre of a busy North Yorkshire town.
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23 people named in High Court action over alleged breaches at Traveller site
Twenty-three have been named in High Court proceedings over an unauthorised traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside.
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Questions remain over tenants for Whitby’s Maritime Hub
WHITBY'S multimillion-pound Maritime Hub is expected to open next year, but questions remain about future tenants.
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Next steps for new Australia-inspired café in York
Plans to open a new Australia and New Zealand-inspired café in York have taken a step forward.
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Shop in York targeted in alleged burglary during early-morning delivery
North Yorkshire Police has launched an appeal after the alleged burglary of a shop in Davygate, York.
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York wedding catering company ‘devastated’ as it prepares to enter liquidation
York catering company Baba Ganoush – Dining by Matthew Hyde Ltd has said it is "genuinely devastated" as it revealed the business will be entering liquidation.
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Two women allegedly selling drugs at North Yorkshire event leave victim unconscious
TWO woman who were reported to be selling drugs at a North Yorkshire event are being sought after an assault which left the victim unconscious.
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Bike stolen from fenced area at York Hospital
A bike has been stolen from a fenced area in York Hospital.
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Body of man found in North Yorkshire wood
The body of a man has been found in woods close to Scalby Beck, Scarborough.
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Information centre opens in Pickering ahead of 1940s event
AN Information Centre has been set up ahead of the Pickering 1940s event this week.is all set-up and waiting for our 1940s visitors on Smiddy Hill.
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WATCH - Woman sentenced after keeping 21 dogs and cat in 'filthy' conditions
A York animal rescue team has helped to rehome 20 dogs and a cat found in filthy crates.
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Fresh bid to solve York's brutal 'Coronation Street' murder on 30th anniversary
Police have issued a fresh appeal for information to help solve the murder of Geoffrey Leeming in Haxby, York, in 1996 - dubbed the 'Coronation Street killing'.
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The UK's top independent hotel of the year (with 50-plus rooms) is in York
The Grand York has been named UK Independent Hotel of the Year in the Over 50 Rooms category at the Independent Hotel Show Awards.
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York band with global following to headline fundraising event
A high-energy brass band with a global following is set to headline a special fundraising night.
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North Yorkshire Police loses almost 250,000 hours to sickness amid absence concerns
Almost 250,000 working hours were lost to sickness at North Yorkshire Police last year amid concerns over comparatively high levels of long-term absence.
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'Fantastic'- up to £925,000 York parks efforts welcomed amid future questions
Progress on improvements to York's parks with works worth up to £925,000 have been welcomed amid questions over what will happen next.
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Growing concern after vandals repeatedly target North Yorkshire nursery fence
Repeated vandalism targeting Time Out Nursery in Sherburn in Elmet's perimeter fence is causing growing concern for staff, children, and parents.
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Police release name of man charged with murder after fatal A1(M) crash
A 22-year-old woman from Newcastle died when a silver VW Golf and silver Ford Transit collision near Barton, on the southbound carriageway of the motorway, between junctions 57 and 56 on Sunday, October 4.
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Raffle helps York pupils visit Japanese art exhibition at city gallery
A raffle by Claredon Fine Art in York has helped give pupils an inspiring introduction to global art and culture.
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York jury out in trial of man accused of sexually assaulting young child
A York jury is today considering its verdict in the case of a man accused of sexually assaulting a very young child.
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Drink driver crashed into bus when more than three times alcohol limit court hears
A drink driver has lost her home and job after she crashed into a bus near the city centre, York magistrates heard.
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Motorists warned after crash on major road in North Yorkshire closes lane
A lane along the A1 in North Yorkshire has closed following a crash.
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Two vehicle crash on main road in East Yorkshire town - emergency services at scene
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to Marton Road in Bridlington at 2.40pm yesterday (Wednesday, October 7).
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Police launch identity appeal after alleged theft of bank card in York
North Yorkshire Police has launched an identity appeal after the alleged theft and subsequent use of a bank card in York.
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Campaigners question how infrastructure for 3,500-home community will be delivered
Campaigners oppose Heronby, a proposed 3,500-home community near York and Selby, questioning traffic, infrastructure funding and delivery ahead of October 15 plans.
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North Yorkshire Council announces road and footpath closures for works
North Yorkshire Council has announced multiple temporary closures of roads and footpaths due to various works.
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The York cheese shop with a national following that has scooped a top honour
Love Cheese has been named Food Retailer of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards for its artisan produce, tasting experiences and customer service.
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How empty York church could be transformed as plans backed
A York church is set for a new lease of life following the approval of plans.
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Free theatre show from award-winning company on offer across North Yorkshire
York theatre company Next Door But One will perform The Firework-Maker’s Daughter at six libraries across the county this October half-term.
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North Yorkshire patients offered new travel help for hospital appointments
A transport service launched by University Hospitals Tees is being expanded to improve access to hospital care for patients in rural North Yorkshire.
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UK bank's return to branch operation in East Yorkshire town moves a step closer
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has approved plans by Barclays Bank to occupy a vacant town centre unit in 39 Saturday Market, Beverley.
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Dark Skies Fringe Festival returns to North Yorkshire with night-time events
The Dark Skies Fringe Festival will be held across the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales International Dark Sky Reserves.