Yorkshire Coast News

Passengers travelling between Scarborough and York will have to wait more than two years for just two extra daily train services from the coast, as politicians confirm the goal of a half-hourly timetable has not yet been met.

Local councillors have voiced their concerns over the ongoing poor bathing water quality in Scarborough, demanding faster action and clear timelines for improvement.

North Yorkshire Council is proposing a £750,000 investment to advance redevelopment plans for prominent empty buildings in Scarborough town centre, including the town hall site.

Locals in Bridlington and South East Holderness are being invited to share their views and apply for neighbourhood board positions to help direct nearly £40 million in regeneration funding through the Pride in Place Programme.

It was a fine second half comeback from the Pikes at Knaresborough on Tuesday.

Whitby Lit Festival has revealed the first wave of acclaimed authors for its 2026 programme, alongside the appointment of Sir Alan Ayckbourn as Honorary Co-Patron.

Hunmanby Primary School has become the latest in North Yorkshire to achieve Asthma Friendly School status, joining a growing network dedicated to supporting asthmatic pupils in the classroom.

Bridlington Town are on the road on Wednesday night.

Two scientific reports attempting to untangle the complex web of factors affecting bathing water quality in Scarborough’s North and South Bays have come to differing opinions on the impact of Seagulls.

The leaders of North Yorkshire Council have challenged the region's Mayor over his commitment to upgrading the A64 between York and Scarborough after the project was omitted from the Government's latest road investment plan.

The number of patients enduring 12-hour trolley waits at York and Scarborough hospitals has significantly decreased, though health officials warn that bed capacity challenges remain high.

The East Riding Green Party is demanding greater detail regarding Yorkshire Water's £100m investment plan for Bridlington after a significant rise in pollution alerts at South Beach.

North Yorkshire is set to host stages of the prestigious Lloyds Tour of Britain cycling race over the next two years following a £350,000 investment.

Pikes go to Knaresborough on Tuesday night.

North Yorkshire Council is advancing plans to purchase Resolution House after pictures revealed unacceptable conditions at Scarborough Town Hall, prompting questions over the future location of local committee meetings.

Big Ideas By The Sea has teamed up with the Historic Towns Trust to raise funds for highly detailed historic maps showcasing the rich heritage of Scarborough and the Yorkshire Coast.

Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked alongside colleagues from Filey Coastguard and the Filey RNLI Lifeboat to reports of a capsized vessel off Primrose Valley Holiday Park on Saturday.

A new monthly artisan market and the first local guidebook in three decades are being launched to revitalise Scarborough's town centre economy.

The Seadogs were held 0-0 by Chorley in National North on Saturday.

Scarborough's park and ride facilities on Seamer Road and Filey Road could be repurposed to accommodate overnight motorhome parking following a permanent ban on overnight street parking in parts of the town.

The Blues had already beaten Warrington Town 4-0 earlier in the season.

Bridlington saw off Roundhay-based Old Roundhegians to leapfrog them in Yorkshire 2.

Bridlington Town manager Scott Kerr has praised his team's superb performance following a hard-fought two-one victory away at Silsden.

Their fans had to wait a long time for it, but Pikes grabbed a point right at the end.

The Scarborough community is preparing to lace up its football boots once again to raise vital funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research and support.

Senior councillors at North Yorkshire Council have formally supported plans to designate the Yorkshire Wolds as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Yorkshire Water is investing £1.8 million to upgrade the Staithes wastewater pumping station with larger pumps and renewed pipework to improve overall network reliability and environmental impact.

Plans to turn a former hotel car park in a prime area of Scarborough into a temporary public car park have been officially rejected by the council.

Whitby Town Football Club has announced the signing of three promising young players on loan from Sunderland's Academy to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the season.

Plans to purchase a new council office in Scarborough can proceed despite objections after a special scrutiny committee voted down a motion to halt the scheme.

Newly released pictures have revealed the unacceptable and uncivilised conditions at Scarborough Town Hall, prompting North Yorkshire Council to push forward with purchasing a new office space.

Plans to dual the A64 between York and Scarborough have been left out of the Government's latest Road Investment Strategy, despite a multi-billion pound funding announcement for the region's transport network.

Bridlington Town has confirmed that Michael Coulson is leaving the club following a mutual agreement to terminate his contract so he can pursue a new opportunity in a promotion race.

Fire crews were called to Gristhorpe between Scarborough & Filey after lightning struck a telegraph pole, causing a power surge.

The Pikes play their last match at Mill Lane, this season, on Saturday.

The Seasiders go to the Bradford side on Saturday.

Scarborough's promotion party goes to Pontefract in North East 2, while in the same division, Malton & Norton host Pocklington.

North Yorkshire Council has reassured residents that Scarborough's Victorian Town Hall will not be abandoned when staff relocate to a modern office hub on the outskirts of the town.

Local leaders have warned of serious health and safety issues regarding disabled access to Whitby's beach while the town's historic cliff lift remains out of action.

Alfred Wainwright's iconic 190-mile Coast to Coast route has officially been designated as a National Trail following a £5.5 million investment.

Yorkshire Water has announced a 24.5 percent decrease in storm discharges across the region in 2025, with significant local improvements recorded in Whitby and Pickering.

The York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust plans to save up to £300,000 by reducing its expenditure on first-class mail and shifting toward digital communication.

Residents in a coastal town have expressed outrage and said they ‘lost faith in democracy’ over North Yorkshire Council’s decision to purchase a new office building outside the town centre for an undisclosed sum.

Health officials have welcomed an upgraded Care Quality Commission rating for Scarborough Hospital's medical care, while acknowledging that overall improvements and reduced wait times are still urgently needed.

The Clarence Gardens Hotel in Scarborough has received planning permission to build a new swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and gym to enhance its guest facilities.

Boro are appealing for supporters to pack the Mounting Systems Stadium on Saturday.

North Yorkshire Council is set to decide on making an experimental ban on overnight motorhome parking in Scarborough and Sandsend permanent following reports of anti-social behaviour and safety concerns.

The Filey Tourism Association is preparing for a bustling summer season with a packed events calendar, a major zoo rebranding, and an ongoing public consultation on the town's investment plan.

The Blues go to Warrington Town with a new German midfielder and just two points keeping them out of the NPL Premier relegation zone.

North Yorkshire Council is preparing an £8 million funding bid to the Environment Agency to continue leading the North East Regional Coastal Monitoring Programme until 2033.

St Martin’s Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School in Scarborough is celebrating after receiving official Government praise for the exceptional academic outcomes of its disadvantaged pupils.

Pickering Town recovered from Saturday's 3-0 loss at Tadcaster to win comfortably in midweek.

Plans to transform a former butcher's shop in Whitby into a commercial laundrette have received backing from the town council and positive feedback from local organisations.

Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority has secured a £21 million funding package to regenerate underused brownfield land into new housing developments over the next four years.

Whitby Town Football Club has officially signed young midfielder Jack Kilpatrick to the First Team following his successful progression through the club's Academy system.

North Yorkshire Council has reassured residents and businesses that moving staff from Scarborough Town Hall to a new site on the outskirts will not damage town centre trade.

Residents, politicians, and business owners in Scarborough are demanding immediate action and year-round water testing after persistent poor bathing water quality ratings have severely impacted the local economy.

The family of a forty-nine-year-old man who died following an incident at a pub in Whitby have released a heartbreaking tribute as police continue their investigation.

The director of Visit England has suggested that concerns over travelling abroad and rising airfares due to the conflict in Iran could lead to an increase in domestic stay-cations on the Yorkshire Coast this summer.

North Yorkshire residents facing a moth infestation will now pay more for council pest control treatments than those dealing with rats or mice.

The Yorkshire Wildlife Trust has launched the Rivers to Reef initiative to tackle pollution from source to sea, empowering local communities to protect waterways and marine ecosystems.

Huw Owen has been sentenced to life in prison, to serve a minimum of 16 years, for the brutal and calculated murder of a vulnerable man in Staithes.

North Yorkshire Council and construction firm Willmott Dixon say they are making rapid progress on remedial works to secure the long-term future of the Scarborough Sports Village community football pitch ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The Pikes are on their travels on Tuesday night.

Engineers are working to repair a suspected fractured underground pipe at the Bridlington paddling pool, with hopes of reopening the facility in time for the Easter holidays.

North Yorkshire Council is set to make a trial ban on overnight motorhome parking permanent at coastal hotspots following concerns over safety and anti-social behaviour.

A new pilot project that could force businesses in Scarborough to let out their vacant properties has been approved as part of a plan to improve economic performance.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has secured two closure orders for properties in Bridlington after severe reports of drug dealing, violence, and anti-social behaviour.

An East Yorkshire rescue charity has thanked the public after receiving an influx of vital lifesaving equipment through an online wishlist appeal.

North Yorkshire Council is asking residents to share their views on a proposed multi-million-pound specialist care hub in Scarborough, designed to transform dementia services and intermediate care on the Yorkshire Coast.

A Yorkshire children's charity has expanded its support for vulnerable families by launching a new, specially adapted holiday home in Primrose Valley, Filey, aimed at reducing travel barriers for those in need of a coastal break.

 We deserve some collaboration- that's the message from Whitby's Mayor.

Boro came from behind to beat Leamington on Saturday.

To celebrate World Water Day, the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and Hull Maritime Museum have released a captivating short film highlighting the rich marine wildlife and coastal habitats of the North Sea.

It's the first time the club have played at North East 1 level in their history.

Guiseley edged a tight and hard-fought contest with a 1-0 victory over Whitby Town at Nethermoor Park, with Elliott Owen’s first-half header proving the difference in a game of few clear-cut chances.

Leading property agents in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire have been commended for their collaborative efforts with local councils to tackle damp and mould in rental properties.

The Seasiders drew 2-2 with highflying Emley at the Mounting Systems Stadium, on Saturday.

Three commercial fishing berths have opened up for lease at the recently upgraded South Promenade Boat Compound in Hornsea, presenting a rare opportunity for local and regional fisherfolk.

The Pikes' promotion ambitions seem to be over after defeat in their North Yorkshire derby.

Scarborough Hospital has been told by the Care Quality Commission that it continues to require improvement overall, though inspectors upgraded its medical care rating and commended staff for their compassion.

The Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnership has won the prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Community Rail award for its decades of innovative work connecting local communities with their railways.

North Yorkshire Council has rejected an application to install bright illuminated signs at a 24-hour adult gaming centre in Whitby, citing concerns over light pollution and nuisance to nearby residents.

North Yorkshire Council has given the green light for a new jump tower and climbing wall to be built at Haven Leisure's Blue Dolphin Holiday Park in Filey.

Eden Camp, the modern history museum in North Yorkshire, is supporting the annual Royal British Legion Industries’ Great Tommy Sleep Out, in support of military veterans facing homelessness, this weekend. 

It could be a momentous Saturday for Scarborough RUFC.

The Seasiders welcome Emley to the Mounting Systems Stadium.

The chair of VisitEngland’s advisory board has commended the diversity of York and North Yorkshire's visitor economy, highlighting the crucial role that coastal destinations and rural landscapes play in a sector worth £6 billion to the region.

The Pikes go to Tadcaster Albion in an all-North Yorkshire shoot-out.

North Yorkshire councillors will meet on April 24 to decide on Europa Oil & Gas's controversial proposal to construct a temporary 38-metre gas drilling rig in Burniston, following a previous delay.

A bitter dispute has erupted between North Yorkshire Council chiefs and Mayor David Skaith over claims the county is being shortchanged by £20m in expected road repair funding.

Boro are on their travels on Saturday, as they face Leamington.

Homes and businesses across the Yorkshire Coast will benefit from a multi-million-pound government investment in local flood defences and coastal erosion schemes.

A man and a woman have been released on bail after police officers intercepted a vehicle suspected of involvement in criminality in Bridlington town centre.

Firefighters have spent the night tackling a blaze in a building behind the JET Petrol Station near Primrose Valley.

Local businesses in Scarborough are being asked to allow the public to use their facilities as the town centre grapples with a lack of public toilets ahead of the busy tourist season.

The Blues are just five points outside the NPL Premier relegation zone going into Saturday's trip to Guiseley.

The Director of VisitEngland is calling on residents to support the Yorkshire Coast's visitor economy by exploring local attractions during English Tourism Week.

A £125,000 funding bid aims to repurpose Whitby's historic Grade II* Listed Old Town Hall into a vibrant community and heritage venue.

The Scarborough and Whitby Green Party has strongly criticised Water Minister Emma Hardy's response to Yorkshire Water's pollution plans, demanding an end to water privatisation amid ongoing concerns over local bathing water quality.

David Skaith, Mayor of the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, visited Scarborough TEC to witness how adult learners on the Yorkshire Coast are developing essential skills for new careers and supporting the regional economy.

Scarborough's Mayor has announced a public meeting this Thursday evening to address mounting concerns over North Yorkshire Council's ten-year strategy for the region's harbours.

The Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnership (YCCRP) has detailed a forward-thinking agenda for 2026, focusing on deepening community connections and making the railway more accessible to vulnerable passengers.

A specially adapted powerboat project on the Yorkshire Coast has been awarded a share of a £1 million regional fund designed to help communities get active and improve wellbeing.

Staithes and Runswick RNLI’s much loved annual auction returns to its traditional Easter weekend slot in 2026, taking place at 9.00pm on Sunday 5 April at the Cod and Lobster, Staithes.

Alison Hume MP has officially endorsed both Whitby and Scarborough in their respective bids to become the UK's first Town of Culture and secure a £3m prize for 2028.

A £250,000 funding bid has been submitted to upgrade the overflow car park at Whitby Abbey with weather-resistant paving and support the creation of a second permanent park and ride for the town.

North Yorkshire Council’s plan to purchase Resolution House has been sent to an oversight committee following a formal call-in by opposition members concerned about transparency and the impact on the town centre.

North Yorkshire Council has approved the purchase of Resolution House on the outskirts of Scarborough to replace deteriorating town centre offices.

Campaigners in Whitby are celebrating after North Yorkshire Council backed a motion to investigate the costs of repairing the town's historic cliff lift rather than permanently closing it.

North Yorkshire council bosses have agreed a rule change to make taxis more accessible to wheelchair users — despite warnings the change could hit the elderly, disabled and rural residents.

Developer Banks Property has submitted a formal planning application to North Yorkshire Council for a proposed housing project on the Yorkshire Coast, aiming to deliver 125 homes with a focus on sustainability and affordable housing.

Road users in Yorkshire & Humberside should not expect a quick fix to the condition of local roads, despite a reported increase in funding, says this year’s Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance survey report.

North Yorkshire Council's executive has backed a proposal to undertake a further study into the costs of repairing Whitby's 95-year-old cliff lift, though the free replacement bus service is set to be withdrawn.

North Yorkshire Council’s executive committee has today confirmed it's intention to purchase of Resolution House in Eastfield, establishing a new primary office hub for the region.

A new study will be commissioned to determine the future of Whitby’s Cliff Lift as proposals to permanently close it were postponed.

The Blues are running out of matches as they look to put distance between themselves and the NPL Premier relegation zone.

The Seasiders had to again settle for an away point after last-gasp frustration in Northumberland.

The Pikes have now picked up successive victories to just about stay in touch with the Northern Counties East Premier pacesetters.

The Mayor of Scarborough has expressed his relief after receiving assurances over the future of the town's historic civic building, following concerns it could be sold to developers.

Temporary toilets are due to be installed in two popular North Yorkshire coastal towns this month as swift action is taken to ensure essential facilities are in place for the busy Easter period.

Plans for a new Papa John’s pizza takeaway have been submitted to East Riding Council.

The future of the Yorkshire Coast’s heritage and civic heart hangs in the balance as North Yorkshire Council’s executive meets on Tuesday to settle two of the region's most contentious property debates.

The Mayor of Scarborough and the Town's MP have received assurances from North Yorkshire Council over the future of Scarborough's historic town hall.

North Yorkshire Police were called to a disturbance at an address on Flowergate in Whitby late on Sunday evening.

Boro Manager Jono Greening has thanked Theo Chapman for his efforts as he departs for a new opportunity.

Plans for the construction of two padel courts near Driffield have been approved by East Riding Council. The courts are to be established at Driffield Rugby Union Football Club on Driffield Road, Kelleythorpe.

Humberside Police has been told it has more work to do to understand and track racial abuse towards its officers. Humberside Police Federation, which represents officers, has said that the force has come a long way but more work is still needed to understand the scale of the problem.

Lee Bullock wants a big reaction after he accused players of being pathetic in the wake of their 3-1 defeat to Lancaster City, at the weekend.

Scott Kerr's men are in Northumberland on Tuesday night.

Pikes beat Bottesford on Saturday at Mill Lane and they're back under the lights again on Tuesday.

North Yorkshire Council’s executive committee is set to meet on Tuesday to decide on the proposed acquisition of Resolution House, a move that could see the authority vacate its historic building at Scarborough Town Hall. Some local councillors aren't impressed.

Motorists travelling on the A64 are being warned of a series of overnight closures throughout March as National Highways carries out essential resurfacing, maintenance, and tree work.

As North Yorkshire Council prepares for a significant reshuffle of its property portfolio, the future of several prominent buildings in Scarborough and Malton hangs in the balance. But what state are the buildings really in?

The outcome of an an experiment to ban camper vans from parking in two Yorkshire Coast resorts has been revealed.

A Scarborough teacher is swapping the classroom for 26.2 miles of pavement to raise vital funds for young people in the local community.

The government are opening up £360 million of funding for generating renewable energy and the Yorkshire Coast could benefit.

The NFU and North Yorkshire Police have urged dog owners to keep control of their pets in the countryside following a rise in attacks on sheep.

A woman from Scarborough was fined by a court after giving her waste to someone else, who then dumped it in the East Riding countryside.

It was another 1-1 draw for Scarborough Athletic, at the Mounting Systems Stadium, on Saturday.

Joint boss Lee Bullock branded it pathetic as Whitby let a 1-0 lead slip against ten-man Lancaster to lose 3-1 at the Towbar Express Stadium.

Bridlington RUFC were aiming to return to the top of Yorkshire Two on Saturday.

Bridlington Town fought back to claim a deserved point as they drew 1–1 with Hallam F.C. at the historic Sandygate.

Simon Heslop's men got revenge but did they get back in the promotion race with Saturday's victory?

A man has been jailed for a total of six years for killing a 70-year-old woman by driving dangerously and failing to give way at a crossroads near Rudston on Friday, 24 November 2023.

Years of neglect- that's what a Scarborough councillor has accused leaders of presiding over. 

A man has been ordered to pay a total of £1,551.94 after abandoning a camper van in Bridlington.

A formal complaint has been lodged suggesting a “systemic failure” took place in a council’s handling of plans for a controversial gas drilling rig.

Local officers are stepping up patrols in Hornsea following a rise in anti-social behaviour, urging parents to take greater responsibility as formal enforcement measures are introduced.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre is poised for its most successful season to date, with 150,000 tickets already sold and an ambitious 28-show programme set to generate a significant £15m boost for the Yorkshire coast economy.

There is ‘more to do’ to improve water quality in a much-loved North Yorkshire resort, according to a Government minister.

As North Yorkshire Council’s pioneering 100 per cent council tax premium on second homes begins to deliver its first affordable housing projects, a local representative is warning that the very villages hosting these new homes are struggling to cope with "crumbling" infrastructure.

The Blues will be without an in-form midfielder for the visit of Lancaster City, on Saturday.

North Yorkshire Council has unveiled a comprehensive new draft strategy aimed at revitalising the maritime gateways of the Yorkshire Coast.

North Yorkshire Police have concluded a week of intensified action targeting drug supply chains, resulting in four arrests and the protection of vulnerable residents across the county, including the Yorkshire Coast.

Emergency services are calling for extreme caution across the Yorkshire Coast after high winds caused widespread road disruption, fallen trees, and vehicle accidents.

Northern Powergrid has mobilised teams to restore power to homes across the region as strong winds and heavy rain cause disruption to electricity supplies along the Yorkshire Coast.

The Pikes were heavily-beaten earlier in the season at Saturday's opponents.

Organisers are calling on local traders to join the festivities as the popular Bridmas Day event returns to the Yorkshire Coast this August, aiming to highlight the town’s year-round appeal.

Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, has intervened to help farmers still suffering the repercussions of the Langdale/Fylingdales wildfire by ensuring that repair work to vital fencing in the area is accelerated.

The East Riding of Yorkshire Council has unveiled its Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme for the upcoming Easter break, featuring over 200 sessions including go-karting, pony trekking, and water sports.

Hull and East Yorkshire is to receive up to £11.7 million from the Government to support thousands of disabled people and those with health conditions into jobs.

Scott Kerr's men head north on Saturday for a long trek in NPL East.

A Scarborough man has turned to an unconventional training regime to support his girlfriend’s mother in her arduous journey to return home after being left paralysed by cancer.

The ownership and future of a North Yorkshire town centre clock with a possible £20,000 repair bill remains uncertain.

A report from mining firm Anglo American says the Whitby Cliff Lift shaft was no wetter in January than in August, but is that enough to encourage the council to repair the lift rather than permanently close it?

Bridlington RUFC are targeting taking back top spot in Yorkshire 2, on Saturday.

Boro host Telford, known as the Bucks, on Saturday, with just one place separating the sides.

“Lucy was a force of nature. I miss her every single day, and even though I’m doing the Swimathon, I’d much rather be sat knitting and nattering with her.”

Scarborough's town hall could be sold to a major leisure developer as part of plans by North Yorkshire Council.

A group of councillors has called for greater transparency and community consultation before North Yorkshire Council commits to purchasing Resolution House.

Aspiring sports stars across the Yorkshire Coast are invited to apply for the latest iteration of the Everyone Active Sporting Champions scheme, which offers elite mentoring and facility access as it marks its 10th anniversary.

Alison Hume MP has welcomed the announcement of a targeted education programme to improve outcomes for young people in coastal communities such as Scarborough and Whitby.

Citizens Advice Hull & East Riding is offering 1,000 free energy-saving kits to local households to help combat rising living costs, alongside new weekly drop-in advice sessions across the region.

The artist commissioned to create a public artwork to mark Scarborough’s 400th anniversary since becoming a spa town has spoken of his pride at being given the opportunity to create a legacy for the resort.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind along the Yorkshire Coast.

A report into a failed £9 million loan granted by the former Scarborough Borough Council to developer Benchmark Leisure Ltd urges North Yorkshire councillors to improve transparency, due diligence, and scrutiny in complex commercial arrangements.

Three North Yorkshire MPs are calling for an urgent investigation into the heating oil market following concerns about sharp price increases

North Yorkshire Council has refused an application to build 19 homes in Hunmanby, citing a lack of affordable housing, inadequate infrastructure contributions, and poor design.

The East Riding of Yorkshire Council is marking National Tourism Week this March with a diverse programme of events, aiming to spotlight the region's heritage sites, coastline, and family-friendly attractions.

Plans to improve the accessibility of taxis and private hire vehicles for passengers with additional needs across North Yorkshire are set to be considered by councillors.

Local businesses across the region are preparing for an anticipated surge in tourism as the iconic 192-mile Coast to Coast Path officially gains National Trail status later this month.

One year after a tanker collision off the Yorkshire Coast, the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is emphasising the importance of ongoing dialogue regarding incident management and the protection of the marine environment.

North Yorkshire Council is considering relocating from Scarborough Town Hall to Resolution House on the A64 to reduce maintenance costs, sparking concerns from local officials and business leaders regarding town centre footfall and a lack of consultation.

North Yorkshire Council is considering a pilot scheme in Scarborough to use new government powers, known as High Street Rental Auctions, to force landlords to rent out commercial properties that have been vacant for over 12 months.

The proposed purchase of a modern office building in Scarborough as part of wider plans to rationalise North Yorkshire Council’s estate and support regeneration is to be considered by councillors.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has donated its former Breathing Apparatus sets and associated equipment to FIRE AID following the successful rollout of new state‑of‑the‑art Breathing Apparatus to operational firefighters in October 2025.

Bridlington RNLI has hosted a dedicated mental health workshop for its volunteer crew, aiming to provide them with the vital tools needed to navigate the unique psychological pressures of life-saving at sea.

A group of dedicated students from across the East Riding have been elected to pivotal new roles, marking a significant step forward in youth engagement and local democratic representation.

The big sleep out for a Scarborough charity set for Saturday has had to be postponed.

Live coverage as Storm Éowyn hits the Yorkshire Coast.....