York Press
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Driver banned after he failed to respond to court summons
A driver who was among three motorists who failed to respond to a court summons has been banned from driving.
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Two people trapped in York shopping park - emergency crews called in
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews from York were called to Kathryn Avenue in Huntington just after midnight (Wednesday, August 12).
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Celebrate Results Day 2026 with the best free pizza, food and deals for A levels
Results Day 2026 freebies include free Zizzi pizza, Nando’s chicken, Moonpig cards, drinks, desserts and more. See the full list of deals.
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Asda announces major shake-up affecting 3,500 workers nationwide
Asda said there are no plans for redundancies as part of the move
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Farmers and firefighters join forces to tackle field blaze near Yorkshire town
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to a field fire in Grindale Lane, Bridlington around 5.45pm on Tuesday, August 11.
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Experts issue stark warning over eclipse glasses before UK event
Brits have been warned not to use ordinary or ‘knock-off’ eclipse glasses as more than 90 of the Sun is blocked over the UK on August 12.
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UK flights cancelled as major European airport closes runway until end of 2026
Paris Orly Airport’s Runway 4 will be closed until December 17, affecting thousands of flights in the coming months.
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Beefeater and Brewers Fayre pubs could be saved as 261 sites earmarked to close
The venues would reopen as value-oriented pubs if they are sold by Whitbread, the owner of the Beefeater and Brewers Fayre chains.
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The Office star Lucy Davis reveals 'incurable' stage four cancer diagnosis
The Office actress Lucy Davis said she was diagnosed a year and a half ago with stage four breast cancer.
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Whitby MP hails victory as controversial gaming centre rule set to be scrapped
The government's plan to abolish a controversial rule has been hailed as a victory for local democracy by Alison Hume MP.
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York music venue granted protected status in bid to retain it for community
A former music venue in York with a national reputation has been granted Asset of Community Value status in a bid to retain it for the community.
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York apprentice to cycle 400 miles with friend for life-saving cancer research
Jake Turner from York is cycling the length of the East Coast Main Line with Declan Kiely to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
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Campaign group slams 'lack of movement' on cycle lanes at York railway station
York Cycle Campaign claimed "completed" bike lanes built as part of the Station Gateway project in Queen Street and parts of Station Road…
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Housebuilder donates £1,500 to York Hospital neonatal unit appeal
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,5000 to York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity’s Tiny Lives Appeal.
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Harrogate hotel offers business owners chance to win a luxury break
The ‘Holiday from your Business’ package, launched by DoubleTree by Hilton Majestic Hotel & Spa, is offering a break for senior business…
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North Yorkshire runner takes on one of UK’s toughest endurance events
Rachel Ross Russell, from the North Yorkshire Moors, will tackle the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra in the Lake District in September.
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Selby couple inducted into prestigious British Country Music Hall of Fame
Susan and Nigel Green, from Selby, have become members of the prestigious British Country Music Hall of Fame.
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'Barcode on trees is a zany idea' - proposal after Walmgate tree fall sparks debate
A proposal to put barcodes on public trees is “zany”, says today's lead letter writer. Other topics include the solar eclipse, water…
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Historic North Yorkshire pub named after town's icon reveals reopening date
The historic Mother Shipton Inn has announced a re-opening date.
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More than 100 classic tractors heading to major Harrogate vintage sale
Cheffins’ annual Harrogate Vintage Sale will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground this weekend.
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Popular outdoor education centre near Whitby faces closure in shake-up
More than 70 years of residential stays at East Barnby Outdoor Centre could end after council chiefs were advised to cancel planned investment in…
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York firm reports 26 rise in turnover to £139.8million
An escorted rail holiday company has reported strong financial growth, with turnover rising by 26 per cent to £139.8 million.
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New manager joins Flemingate as Beverley shopping centre continues to grow
Amy Whittaker has been announced as the new centre manager at Beverley’s Flemingate shopping centre.
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around York, according to petrolprices.com.
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Easingwold woman takes on 177-mile walk to raise money for Dogs Trust
Sports massage therapist Emma Landrie, from Easingwold, is taking on a 177-mile walking challenge to raise funds for Dogs Trust.
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'Incredible gem' hotel named one of the best castle hotels in England
The Swinton Park Hotel near Ripon has been named one of the best in England thanks to its many restaurants and activities.
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Former home of esteemed writer in Yorkshire hits the market – for £3.5 million
The former home of an esteemed writer has hit the market in Yorkshire – for £3.5 million.
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More than 550 runners sign up for bear-themed charity run in York
Hundreds are taking part in the Big Bear Run, which will take place on August 16 at Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park.
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Final homes up for sale before next phase of Driffield development
Barratt Homes says eight homes remain for sale in the current phase at Mortimer Park in Driffield.
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Bank holiday rail disruption as £800,000 Knottingley bridge works begin
Network Rail is investing £800,000 in essential works on the historic Brotherton Bridge near Knottingley.
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Man's 'miraculous' recovery after colleagues saved him highlights importance of CPR
A MAN who made a 'miraculous' recovery after his work colleagues performed CPR on him for 15 minutes has stressed the need for everyone to…
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Hundreds of new adult learning courses launched across York and North Yorkshire
Hundreds of new adult learning courses are now available across York and North Yorkshire, backed by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Patient airlifted to hospital after medical incident on York Minster roof
Multiple emergency services helped lower a patient down from the roof of York Minster after a medical incident.
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North Yorkshire's first fixed speed camera back - a year after it was knocked over
The first ever fixed speed camera in North Yorkshire has been re-installed - a year after it was knocked over.
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'The beer is spot on' as much loved Sam Smith's pub in York reopens
The doors are back open, and the pints are being enjoyed at the much-loved Sam Smith's owned Wellington Inn at Fishergate, York
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Police hunt two men after 'theft' from home in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police is searching for two men in connection with an alleged theft in Harrogate.
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Dog walkers urged to come forward after potential indecent exposure on riverbank
Footage has been discovered that suggests someone may have been a potential victim of indecent exposure on Tadcaster riverbank.
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Major road out of York reopens after crash
The A1079 is running very slowly this morning in both directions following the incident which happened on Giant Bradley Way in Market Weighton.
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Combine harvester catches fire in field in North Yorkshire village
A combine harvester caught fire in a field near Selby today (Tuesday).
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‘It gave me hope’ - how this York boxing gym is changing young lives
A boxing gym near York has teamed up with youth homelessness charity SASH to help vulnerable young people rebuild their lives.
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Farmers and firefighters join forces to battle field blaze in North Yorkshire
Farmers and firefighters joined forces to tackle a blaze in a field in Huby, North Yorkshire, this afternoon.
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Person taken to hospital after major medical incident on roof of York Minster
Emergency services have taken a person to hospital after a medical incident on the roof of York Minster.
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New cancer support group formed in York suburb
A new cancer support group in a York suburb is bringing comfort and community closer to home for patients and carers.
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Mountain bike and children's cycle helmets 'stolen' from York city centre
A high-value Trek Remedy mountain bike has been reported stolen from York city centre.
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Woman 'punched and kicked' by man on train service which runs through York
British Transport Police has launched an investigation after a woman was reported to have been punched and kicked by a man on a train from London to…
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UK construction firm with hundreds of employees enters administration
The company, which was founded in 1956 by Fred Breyer, has nearly 300 employees and has entered administration.
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This hybrid SUV can manage 450 miles between fill-ups without ever needing a plug
Honda has quietly turned the HR-V into one of the most compelling small SUVs you can buy.
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Major North Yorkshire employer defends 'very fair' pay offer as 400 workers walk out
North Yorkshire employer Alexander Dennis has defended its "very fair" pay offer as 400 workers stage a two-day walkout.
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York cafe in 700-year-old building closes as heatwave makes kitchen ‘dangerously hot’
A York cafe in one of the city's oldest buildings has closed temporarily amid concerns that its kitchen would become 'dangerously…
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Johnny Depp returns to North Yorkshire for huge rock show this weekend
Johnny Depp and Alice Cooper are set to bring their American rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires to Scarborough this weekend.