York Press
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'Prioritise jobs over green targets in public contracts,' says North Yorkshire MP
A NORTH Yorkshire MP and a trade union have welcomed Government plans to prioritise job creation over green targets when companies bid for public…
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Mayor of Malton welcomes news that Cauwood centre to stay open
THE Mayor of Malton has welcomed the news that Cauwood day care centre will remain open.
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Four arrested after suspected burglary caused ‘significant damage’ in York
Four men have been arrested after a suspected burglary in the Nether Poppleton area of York.
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Why can't NEETS be made to clean the streets in return for welfare payments?
Why can't NEETS be made to clean dirty streets in York in return for welfare payments? From our letters page
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MP urges people not to speculate after body found in search for boy off Yorkshire
An MP has urged people not to speculate about the events leading to a body being found during the search for a missing 13-year-old boy who got into…
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Queen to visit York this month for major event
Queen Camilla will visit York Racecourse during the Sky Bet Ebor Festival later this month.
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York to take centre stage at major screen industries event
A major screen industries event next month will put York in the spotlight as a creative powerhouse.
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Traders return to ‘stunning’ landmark after £1.3m restoration in North Yorkshire town
TRADERS are set to return to one of the most recognisable landmarks in a North Yorkshire town following the completion of a £1.3 million…
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Top sporting commentator set to host night at popular York restaurant
Racing are invited to an evening of dining and conversation at one of York's top restaurants.
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Innovative North Yorkshire business to hire new staff if major expansion approved
AN innovative North Yorkshire business is set to convert a coastal farm shop and café into a research site as part of a plan to hire new staff.
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Woman verbally abused and ‘shoulder barged’ by man on coastal path in Yorkshire
A woman has been verbally abused and “shoulder barged” on a coastal path in Scarborough, police said.
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Recruitment underway ahead of re-opening of Sam Smith's pub in York
Recruitment is underway for a Sam Smith’s pub in York, said to be re-opening next week.
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'Devastating' – York cafe brings forward closure 'due to unforeseen circumstances'
Loyal customers speak out as York cafe Bison brings forward closure 'due to unforeseen circumstances'
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Praise for King Charles stripping leading UK politician of knighthood
An Oxfordshire politician has praised King Charles III after the monarch stripped a disgraced UK politician of his knighthood.
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Taser used after ‘out-of-control’ dog bites two people in North Yorkshire
Two people have been left injured after being bitten by an “out-of-control” dog in East Ayton near Scarborough, police said.
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Police appeal for man wanted in connection with alleged burglary in York
North Yorkshire Police said a 20-year-old man is wanted in connection with the alleged burglary and is believed to still be in the city.
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Release of PC killers a ‘kick in the teeth’, says North Yorkshire Police Federation
The early release of two of police officer Andrew Harper’s killers is a “serious kick in the teeth for the loved ones and colleagues of…
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Sweet shop opens at North Yorkshire attraction as part of series of improvements
Lightwater Valley has unveiled a traditional sweet shop as part of a series of improvements at the attraction.
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Items stolen from York shop with police searching for woman
Items have been stolen from TG Jones in Coney Street, York.
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Major search underway for boy, 13, in sea off Yorkshire coast
A major search is underway to find a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty while swimming in the sea off Hornsea in East Yorkshire.
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Main road between York and Hull blocked this morning with up to 30-minute delay
The AA Traffic News is reporting that the A1079 is blocked in the East Yorkshire village of Bishop Burton, outside Beverley, between Finchcroft Lane…
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Police incident closes bridge in York city centre
The Press was at Ouse Bridge, in Low Ousegate and Bridge Street at 7.25pm yesterday (Tuesday, August 4) with police, the ambulance service and two…
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Arrest after alleged fight in North Yorkshire pub with man taken to hospital
North Yorkshire Police said the alleged assault happened in The Moors Inn in Headlands Road, Appleton-le-Moors, on Saturday, August 1.
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Call for meeting over changes to Lifeline emergency service to be re-held
Opposition councillors are demanding a fresh vote on controversial changes to North Yorkshire’s Lifeline service after claiming disputed advice…
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Young girl crowned Little Miss York after overcoming bullying
Emelia has turned past adversity into newfound confidence after being crowned Little Miss York 2026.
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Row over top North Yorkshire restaurant’s outdoor seating plan
DOZENS of residents have clashed over a top North Yorkshire bar and restaurant’s outdoor seating proposals.
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Iconic social media platform set for big comeback 23 years after it was founded
Myspace, the early 2000s site synonymous with custom profile pages and emerging music artists, is being revived by Tim and Chris Vanderhook.
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New accessibility cards launched as major North rail upgrade continues
The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) has introduced new Customer Communication Cards to help disabled passengers.
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Man caused crash in North Yorkshire that left biker in four-week coma
A man may never drive again after he caused a crash on the A169 in North Yorkshire that left a motorcyclist in a coma for four weeks, York…
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Thief sprayed York shopworker with aerosol and threatened to set him on fire
A thief who threatened to burn down a York supermarket and set one of its staff on fire could not be jailed because of a recent change in the law,…
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North Yorkshire residents urged to prepare for home phone overhaul
North Yorkshire households are the latest to be included in Openreach’s digital switchover programme.
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Road closures planned across York for maintenance and utility works
Several roads and a public right of way across York are set to close for maintenance and utility works.
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Roaring T. Rex to bring free dinosaur fun to Selby this weekend
A free dinosaur-themed event will take place at Market Cross on Saturday, August 8.
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People must ‘urgently come together’ to keep ex-York hospital site for public - MP
A “coalition of the willing” must “urgently come together” to help keep the former Bootham Park Hospital site in York for the public,…
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North Yorkshire attraction reduces family ticket prices for summer
Castle Howard, located in North Yorkshire, has introduced a 15 per cent discount on family and child tickets until September 1.
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Sadness as farmer's 93-year family link to estate on outskirts of York to end
Andrew Wilkinson, who lives and works on The Scoreby Estate, bridging the A166 at Gate Helmsley and the A1079 near Kexby, said he must vacate the…
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Pocklington campaign aims to install 25 more life-saving defibrillators
A new charity campaign, Heart of Pocklington, hopes to raise funds for 25 new defibrillators.
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Poppleton art exhibition celebrates 25 years with anniversary show
Art in the Barn, based in Poppleton, is hosting its 25th annual show at the Tithe Barn later this month.
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Rave reviews and 'great' start for new take away in York city centre
A new take-away in the centre of York is reporting a successful launch for its Yorkshire pudding wraps, as it receives rave reviews online.
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York hotel launches special VIP menu for furry canine guests
The Milner York has launched a dog-friendly dining experience in response to increasing demand.
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Village produce show returns to North Duffield after 25-year break
North Duffield's community will see the comeback of the much-loved Produce & Handicraft Show.
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Youth Theatre returns to York Theatre Royal main stage with classic show
York Theatre Royal’s Youth Theatre will present Wendy & Peter Pan on the main house stage next month.
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North Yorkshire museum welcomed visitors from around the world to Roman festival
A North Yorkshire museum hosted yet another successful Roman Festival last month, which proved to be a huge boost for local heritage.
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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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Yorkshire campsite becomes world's first accredited arboretum
Flaxton Meadows, located in Flaxton, has been accredited by the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program for its commitment to tree conservation.
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Family's house hunt ends with two generations moving to Snaith estate
Darren and Deborah Parker unexpectedly purchased a home in Bellway’s Penny Way development after helping their daughter in her own house hunt.
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Yorkshire national park named one of the most beautiful places in England
The Times has named the North York Moors as one of the most beautiful places to visit in England.
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New Network Rail exhibition explores climate change and the railway
The Summer Rail Garden installation by Network Rail explains how rising temperatures can affect rail operations.
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Fancy living in a ‘distinguished’ period home in York? Now you can – for £325,000
A unique chance is being offered to live in a period home off Tadcaster Road in York – for £325,000.
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Fire and Rescue teams attend ongoing incident in York city centre
Two fire crews have been called to an incident in Micklegate, York.