York Mix
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‘We want every child and adult to feel welcome’– York theatre’s Christmas show for little ones
York Theatre Royal are staging a gentle Christmas experience for little ones. This Christmas, Story Craft Theatre invites you to step into an enchanting woodland with The Enormous Christmas Pudding, coming to York Theatre Royal’s Studio...
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Phone lines down, a chimney stack collapses and toilets hit by tree – Storm Boelo latest
Emergency services have responded to dozens of incidents caused by Storm Boelo today (Sunday). Fire crews have tackled everything from dangerous overhead signs to chimney stack collapses. The Met Office yellow warning for high winds is in...
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Police issue Storm Boelo update as high winds cause more disruption
Police have issued an update as Storm Boelo continues to cause problems for York and North Yorkshire today (Sunday). As we are reporting, the high winds have brought trees down across the county, and there are widespread power cuts. North...
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Work to make tree safe closes main road as Storm Boelo batters North Yorkshire
There have been a number of trees felled by Storm Boelo as the high winds continue to batter North Yorkshire. One came down on Holgate Road in York. It fell onto cars and ended up leaning on the Astor York hostel, on the junction with St...
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Call for crackdown on troublemakers as youngsters ‘cause chaos’ in York suburb
Councillors are calling for new police powers to crackdown on trouble in a York suburb. Acomb has been subjected to multiple reports of anti-social behaviour in recent weeks. And it seems to be peaking again as we enter the half term break....
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More attractions close in York and North Yorkshire due to Storm Boelo
Many attractions are closed today (Sunday) in York and North Yorkshire because of the bad weather. More venues have announced they are not opening since we posted our last update on Friday. These include Castle Howard, Clifford’s Tower in...
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Crash closes main York road – Emergency services on scene
A crash has closed a main York road tonight (Saturday). Police have closed Boroughbridge Road while they deal with the incident. Drivers say they have been stuck for 90 minutes. Crash location It’s reported to be between the Crispy Chinese...
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Two punk bands are coming to York in double headline tour
Two era-defining punk bands have teamed up for a co-headline tour – and they’re coming to York. For over five decades, Skids and Theatre Of Hate have blazed a trail for punk and post-punk and are still firmly flying the flag in 2026. Skids...
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Police incident near York market sees street cordoned off
A street in York city centre was cordoned off for several hours this morning due to a police incident. Silver Street near Shambles Market was taped off and a police guard put in place. There are unconfirmed reports that a body was found on...
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One road remains closed after flash floods in Scarborough
Most roads have reopened after the flash floods in Scarborough. But Valley Road remains shut, and police are asking people to avoid the area. Many town roads were left underwater after heavy rain last night. Valley Road, Scarborough It led...
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Film crews spotted in York and North Yorkshire as area becomes a hotspot for new movies
North Yorkshire continues to be a hotspot for filming – as several film crews have been spotted throughout the county. York and North Yorkshire are no strangers to being the setting of some of the biggest TV shows and films – and featuring...
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‘One in a million’ York man died after coming off his motorbike in Germany
A York father described as ‘one in a million’ died after a motorbike crash while in Germany. Stephen Boyes died on Friday, 4 September, in a hospital in the city of Koblenz, south of Cologne. He was 60. Assistant North Yorkshire coroner...
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Fear of ‘parking wars’ in York village as double yellow lines brought in
A decision has been made on a parking ban in a York village amid fears it will ignite a war for spaces. Double yellow lines are set to be painted in Front Street, Naburn, leading up to the junction with York Road. Two supporting comments...
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Police called in after motorbike found in flames on York street
Emergency services were called to a motorbike on fire in York last night (Friday). Fire crews went to the incident on Rawdon Avenue at8.28pm. They said the motorbike was “well alight” when they arrived. Incident location A North Yorkshire...
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Half Price entry into Day Club Halloween Special 24th October
Up to half price off the best things to do in York and North Yorkshire from your favourite radio station
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Events postponed and attractions closed as Storm Boelo heads for North Yorkshire
A number of North Yorkshire events and attractions have been impacted by the poor weather forecast for this weekend. Storm Boelo hits tomorrow, and there’s a yellow weather warning covering York and North Yorkshire in place from midday...
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‘Stay away from Scarborough town centre’ say police as floods cause chaos
There are serious problems in Scarborough tonight (Friday). Much of the town centre has been hit by flash flooding after heavy rain. Cars are getting stranded in floodwater and police are urging people to stay away. Flooded areas include...
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Police investigate rape near city walls in York
A woman was raped in York last night (Thursday). Police were called to near the city walls on Walmgate at about 10.45pm. A man in his 40s was arrested at the scene. He has since been released on conditional police bail. A North Yorkshire...
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Reminder: Most trains from York replaced by buses this weekend
Passengers are being reminded that there’s major disruption on the railways around York this weekend. Most trains from York Station will be replaced by buses. Only a few services, including those to Scarborough, are running as normal. From...
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North Yorkshire flower farm seeks longer opening after breaching planning rules
Plans to extend the opening of a pick-your-own flower farm near Ripon have received support from members of the public despite the venue breaching planning rules during its first season. The Flower Belt, located off the A61 between Ripon...
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Storm Boelo weather warning now covers York and all of North Yorkshire
Weather experts have updated their forecast for Storm Boelo this weekend – and it is now expected to batter all of York and North Yorkshire. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind from midday tomorrow(Saturday, 24 October)...
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Thief steals luggage worth £1,500 from North Yorkshire train
Police have released these photographs after a theft from a North Yorkshire train. It happened at around 4pm on Monday 27 July. A man stole a suitcase from the luggage rack and left the train at Northallerton railway station with it. The...
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First look: York attraction has unwrapped its sweet new look
York’s Chocolate Story has transformed its shop and café as part of its biggest-ever transformation – and introduces its first dedicated hot chocolate bar. Its fresh new look aims to celebrate York’s rich chocolate-making heritage. The...
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One of the world’s biggest rock bands to play Scarborough
One of the world’s biggest rock bands, a former Glastonbury headliner, is coming to North Yorkshire. Kings of Leon will head to the Yorkshire coast next summer as they return to the UK with a new show. Following the announcement of their...
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Car crashes through central barrier and into ditch on A19
Emergency services were called to a serious crash on the A19 in North Yorkshire last night (Thursday). It was on the southbound carriageway between Jeater Houses andKnayton, near Thirsk, at** 6.44pm**. A car had hit the central reservation,...
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Revamp at York Station gets go ahead
A revamp to part of York Station has been given the go ahead. Refurbishments to the unit currently housing the Coffee Room between platforms seven and nine to make way for a new tenant have been approved. Plans for the works stated they...
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Woman rescued from car after crash in Pocklington
Emergency services were called to a crash in Pocklington last night (Thursday). It was on The Balk at7.08pm. One person was trapped in one of the vehicles. The Balk, Pocklington A Humberside Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said:...
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MP vows to stop ‘distressing’ 700-body mortuary opening in York
A York MP is hoping the government backs her bid to stop a 700-body mortuary opening in the city. Rachael Maskell described the issue as “distressing” and has taken her concerns to the Health Secretary. Last month, Pure Cremation won...
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Police officer found guilty of sexually assaulting three women at a York nightclub
A police officer has been found guilty of sexually assaulting three women at a York nightclub. Martin Brough, 44, sexually touched the women in separate incidents on the dance floor at Popworld in December 2024. Today (Thursday), a jury at...
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Emergency services called to crash on York roundabout
Emergency services were called to a crash on a York roundabout at lunchtime today (Thursday). The incident was on the roundabout near Kimberlow Rise at about1pm. A car and motorbike had collided. Incident location Firefighters from York and...
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Man behind York shop selling ‘best sandwiches ever’ takes up new role
Ex-Army surveyor Tim Jervis, who launched Salt Pig Sandwiches in York, has been recognised for his business success and will mentor aspiring entrepreneurs.
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'State of the art' digital signalling a step closer on the East Coast Main Line
The first digitally-signalled high speed services in the country have moved a step closer with Grand Central’s Class 180 fleet receiving the regulatory approval for use of the European Train Control System (ETCS) which replaces lineside...
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Six half price offers for days out this half term with YorkMix vouchers
Save some pennies at some of York and North Yorkshire’s amazing attractions this half term with YorkMix vouchers. YorkMixcurrently has half price entry vouchers available for six fabulous family attractions in York and North Yorkshire for...
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Dealer who flooded York with cocaine and heroin worth thousands is jailed
A drug dealer has been jailed for bringing thousands of pounds’ worth of crack cocaine and heroin into York. Dealer Dakari Roy Brown, 25, of Bulay Road, Huddersfield, operated the so-called ‘Larry Line’ between Huddersfield and York. This...
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Much-loved Scarborough statue on the move
One of Scarborough’s most recognisable statues could be moved to a new location as part of a £50,000 plan to save the artwork. The statue of Freddie Gilroy and the Belsen Stragglers in Scarborough has stoically faced the harsh North Sea...
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York restaurant stripped of its licence runs into fresh police opposition
A York restaurant stripped of its licence after illegal workers were found during immigration raids has made a bid to stay fully operating. The Sky Blue Chinese Restaurant, in Barbican Road, has applied to transfer its premises licence to...
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Busy York road to close for several hours today for roadworks
A busy York road will close to traffic tonight (Thursday) for highway repairs. Skeldergate will shut from 6pm until 11.59pm. The closure is between the junctions of Micklegate and Terry Avenue. Skeldergate, York Pedestrians will still have...
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North Yorkshire artists are inviting the public into their studios
Fifteen talented artists from the York area are inviting the public into their working spaces next month for North Yorkshire Open Studios’ winter event. Taking place from Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026, across North Yorkshire, Winter...
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Woman at centre of North Yorkshire murder enquiry died of head injuries
The woman at the centre of a murder enquiry in North Yorkshire died of head injuries, an inquest heard today. Elena Lacramioara Chiriac, 22, died after a two-vehicle crash on the A1(M) near Barton on Sunday 4 October. An inquest into her...
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Weather warning for parts of North Yorkshire as Storm Boelo rolls in
Parts of North Yorkshire are under a weather warning as a storm rolls in. Over the weekend, Storm Boelo will hit parts of northern England with what the Met Office described as “impactful winds”. Yellow weather warnings have been issued for...
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York theatre to celebrate free membership scheme launch with a pre-show treat
York Theatre Royal have the perfect accompaniment to a cosy night at the theatre this Autumn. To celebrate the launch of new discount membership scheme for those aged 16-30, York Theatre Royal have partnered up with Ringtons for a special...
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New family sensory room opens at York leisure centre
A new sensory room opens at York leisure centre following funding from Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. A brand-new sensory room has opened at Energise Leisure Centre in York – providing a dedicated, inclusive space for children, families...
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Crews tackle farm fire in Ryedale
Firefighters from Pickering and Malton extinguished a blaze involving farm machinery last night.
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‘Intimidating’ street drinking making people feel unsafe and ‘damaging York’s reputation’
Street drinking and antisocial behaviour in York is intimidating, making people feel unsafe and damaging the city’s reputation, according to responses to a council survey. More than 500 respondents to a City of York Council consultation...
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York based LNER MD appointed to a new role at Great British Railways
David Horne, currently Managing Director of York based London North Eastern Railway (LNER), has been appointed as Integrated Chief Customer and Commercial Officer (ICCCO), a new industry-wide role that will help shape a customer-first...
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‘Visually jarring’ flats on potential Roman site in York are blocked
Apartments have been blocked on a York site said to have significant potential for archaeological remains. Plans to tear down part of the Kwik Fit garage in The Mount to make way for 12 apartments have been refused by City of York Council....
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Travellers plan legal appeal to stay on unauthorised North Yorkshire site
The occupants of an unauthorised Traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside are planning to appeal to the planning inspectorate in a bid to remain on the land, it has emerged. A High Court judge agreed on Wednesday to allow an...
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Every day will be Christmas Eve at York museum this winter
Every day will be just like Christmas Eve at York Castle Museum this festive season. The museum will be frozen in time, on the night before Christmas, capturing the heart-warming excitement of Victorian Christmas celebrations. Families can...
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Luxury home goes on sale at historic York site for £1.4m
A development of four and five-bedroom houses at Fulford’s Grade II-listed Ousefield House has finished construction and won property awards.
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Gallery: Yorkshire charity ball raises over £280k – with guests including Sir Gareth Southgate
Martin House Children’s Hospice has raised over £280,000 at its annual Glitter Ball, with charity ambassador Sir Gareth Southgate among those in attendance. Hundreds of supporters came together at Rudding Park Hotel in Harrogate on Friday...