Yorkshire Coast News

Pikes won 3-2 at home to Huddersfield side Golcar United in the Northern Counties East Premier Division.

Whitby Town have completed the signing of Donald Chimalilo following his departure from Ashton United.

Whitby RNLI's recent flag weekend event has successfully raised £10,962 to support the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and its mission to save lives at sea.

A new Community Group in Scarborough is actively working to restore the Quarry Mount Park and its natural pond to its former glory and will be holding a community picnic on Wednesday.

Bridlington RNLI say they are seeing a large number of call outs to Paddleboards and Inflatables.

The management and operation of Whitby’s Grade II* listed Old Town Hall could be taken over by the town council.

Bridlington Hospital has opened its first-ever Health and Wellbeing Room, a dedicated space designed to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of its staff.

Plans for a former East Riding Council office building in Hornsea to become a bar and restaurant are under consideration.

On Saturday, officers in the Eastfield area spotted a vehicle whose driver appeared to be deliberately avoiding detection.

The zoo team at Sewerby Hall and Gardens have announced the arrival of a healthy, female Humboldt penguin chick.

North Yorkshire Police have reported 129 arrests in July as part of their summer drink and drug driving campaign aimed at promoting road safety.

Four people were arrested at Northstead Flats on suspicion of drug-related offences on Saturday.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning throughout Monday for parts of the Yorkshire Coast.

Whitby’s public toilets are a ‘drain’ on the town council’s finances and have resulted in more than £85,000 of above income expenditure since 2018. 

Did you know that in 2026 it will be 400 years since spa waters were first discovered in Scarborough, making it one of the first seaside resorts in the UK?

Free swimming sessions for children return to Scarborough today.

The 17th Century Middle Earth Tavern in Whitby has been given permission to expand its outdoor seating area despite disabled residents’ concerns about creating a ‘safety risk’.

Bridlington Town Football Club has officially announced that the Bridlington Town Rovers Ladies team will be playing their home games at the Mounting Systems Stadium for the upcoming season.

Police are investigating the fourth sudden death on the Yorkshire Coast this week.

A senior police officer has revealed some disturbing data on vehicle crashes in North Yorkshire.

Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team has provided an update following reports of a missing swimmer last seen in the Thornwick Bay area on Wednesday.

A dangerous driver has been jailed for 18 months for causing a head-on collision which left a woman in a coma for two and a half weeks and requiring a leg amputation.

There was a full programme of cricket action on Saturday, with a number of victories for our local sides.

Bridlington Town have a bonus home clash on Tuesday night in the FA Cup.

Whitby went to last season's play-off semi-finalists Stockton Town and pulled off a 0-0 draw on Saturday.

The cost around the regalia for Scarborough's new mayor have been made public.

Police are investigating after a body was discovered near Whitby Abbey on Thursday.

Officers are appealing for information about a shop theft that occurred in Whitby.

Police in Scarborough executed a drug warrant on Friargate this morning.

Tony Hackworth's men came from behind to grab a dramatic victory on Friday night.

There's plenty going on at The Boathouse on South Promenade.

The likes of Michael Bridges and Carlton Palmer will be at the Towbar Express Stadium on Sunday.

You can find out all about Scarborough and Ryedale Mountain Rescue on Saturday.

The Blues go to Stockton Town on Saturday in their last friendly.

Brid are in North Yorkshire in the famous cup competition.

The Seadogs battled Sheffield Wednesday U21 at their home for the coming season, Bridlington Town.

All our local sides, including Whitby, Scarborough, Bridlington and Driffield are in action on Saturday.

The Mounting Systems Stadium at Bridlington has today been granted a Grade 2 Certificate which will allow it to host games in National League North during the forthcoming season.

MP Alison Hume says the Council are "being cloth-eared" over concerns relating to the future of Whitby's Cliff Lift.

In a busy night of operations, North Yorkshire Police's specialist teams successfully apprehended two suspects following separate high-speed pursuits in the region.

North Yorkshire Police have announced a notable 6% reduction in total crime reported over the past year, affirming the county's position as the safest police area in the country.

Yorkshire Coast councillors have challenged a £1.8m plan to repair Scarborough’s West Pier over concerns that alternative options were not considered.

The government money will be used to upgrade existing facilities and introduce new equipment.

Police are appealing for information to find missing Tyler Oldroyd from Ossett.

The rebranding of Scarborough’s WHSmith shop has been given the green light following the company’s sale earlier this year.

Reports of a missing swimmer at Thornwick Bay prompted a major search operation last night.

North Yorkshire Police report that officers searching for missing Douglas Watts have recovered a body in Cloughton.

The Coastguard airlifted two bodies from beneath the cliffs near Whitby Abbey on Wednesday evening.

Four groups from Driffield have been awarded a combined total of over £375,000 from East Riding of Yorkshire Council as part of commuted sums to improve their offer to the community.

A man has been jailed for 21 months for defrauding a vulnerable woman from Scarborough out of more than £15,000.

Stephen Spencer, a dedicated volunteer with The Wave Project, is set to arrive in Scarborough on Thursday as part of his ambitious "Wheels, Waves & Stories" fundraising challenge.

A series of CCTV cameras using AI technology are being installed at hotspots across the East Riding in the fight against fly-tipping.

The NHS Trust that runs Scarborough Hospital has welcomed a reduction in the number of people waiting on trolleys for more than 12 hours.

North Yorkshire Council has said that its plan to triple the cost of obtaining a pavement licence in Scarborough, Whitby and Filey represents ‘good value’ despite concerns about the scheme’s impact on businesses.

Scarborough Athletic Chairman Trevor Bull has thanked the club's fans for their support over the closed season ahead of a challenging new league campaign.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has launched a public survey to gather opinions and ideas for a proposed mural trail in Bridlington.

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has approved a significant investment of £715,000 for a dedicated Men's Mental Health Investment Programme.

A Scarborough teenager has been sentenced to a total of three years following a terrifying attempted robbery.

An unknown trialist caught the eye as Whitby Town beat Blyth Spartans at the Towbar Express Stadium on Tuesday night.

Issues faced by GP surgeries on the North Yorkshire Coast due to population growth and capacity constraints have been raised with the Government.

The Cast of a new stage show in Scarborough has taken the unusual step of building their own set.

Fresh concerns have been raised over the future of Whitby's out of action cliff lift.

Two Ridings Community Foundation, a significant supporter of local charities and community groups across North and East Yorkshire, York, and Hull, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a forward-looking fundraising appeal.

Tickets for the eagerly anticipated Filey Lions Annual Ball Race are now on sale ahead of next week's charity race.

The Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team has issued a critical safety reminder following multiple reports of large, deep holes being dug on local beaches.

Jake Hull has signed for Scarborough Athletic following his release from Rotherham United.

The members of the Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority (HEYCA) Executive Board have been allocated new portfolio roles.

Senior police officers have discussed measures to keep people safe on the roads, particularly around schools.

Scarborough Town Council is to form it’s own harbours committee.

Douglas Watts, who is 73-years-old was last seen leaving Scarborough Hospital at approximately 9.30am on Wednesday.

Four police drones have been donated to Cleveland Mountain Rescue to help with their capability when working on search and rescue operations.

Volunteers are cycling over 20 miles from Whitby to Scarborough to raise money for a new van for a popular local charity.

Scarborough Athletic remain unbeaten in pre-season after their latest victory on Saturday.

Whitby Town roared back from 3-1 down on Saturday.

Iconic locomotive No. 60103 Flying Scotsman is scheduled to run a series of special services throughout October and November 2025.

Officers have issued these CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to, following an incident of criminal damage in Scarborough.

Pikes led in the first half at Parkgate.

Our local sides were able to complete their fixtures on Saturday.

In it's 16th year, Scarborough Science and Engineering Week has been re-branded as Scarborough STEM Week.

The newly formed Scarborough Town Council burst into the national headlines last weekend when an increase in the Mayor's annual allowance became a hot topic on the Sunday TV politics shows.

Scarborough Uniform Recycle at Westborough Methodist Church on Sunday will give people a chance to pick up free school uniform.

A unique fundraiser takes place near Pickering on Saturday to help with research and treatment for a type of childhood cancer.

A captivating journey through the cosmos is taking place in Scarborough this weekend as Astro Dog presents its latest photography exhibition.

Scarborough Athletic have another lunchtime kick-off on Saturday, this time in the North East.

The Blues are at home to Redcar Athletic, at the Towbar Express Stadium, on Saturday.

St Hedda’s Church, Egton Bridge, Whitby is going to be “the place for be” for an evening of musical and joyous choral performances at their fundraising Evening of Song Concert on Saturday.

The likes of Whitby, Scarborough, Bridlington and Folkton & Flixton will hope for better weather on Saturday.

Tony Hackworth's men face their first NCEL League fixture of the season on Saturday.

As the start of the new season draws nearer Scarborough Athletic's board has released an update to provide the clubs owners, supporters, sponsors and stakeholders about how preparations for life in Bridlington are progressing.

A heartwarming reunion took place in Humberside this week as retired police dog Quinta was welcomed back home by her former handler, PC Mick Tune

The addition of more than 20 static caravans at the Blue Dolphin Holiday Park in Filey has been approved despite concerns about the loss of a children’s play area.

A 36-year-old Scarborough man has been given an interim Slavery Trafficking Risk Order (STRO) by Scarborough Magistrates today.

A man from Middlesbrough is in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of stealing a motorcycle in Scarborough.

A coastal anti-fracking group’s petition to change the law has gathered more than 6,000 signatures but is still far short of the threshold required for Parliament to consider a debate.

The construction of a ‘disproportionately large’ five-storey apartment complex in Scarborough has been rejected by North Yorkshire Council.

The North Yorkshire Road Safety Partnership is using a sophisticated speed management tool to address speeding concerns raised by local communities and partners.

Citizen science initiative, the Big Seaweed Search, is calling on individuals and families on the Yorkshire Coast to contribute to vital marine conservation efforts.

The market town of Pickering in collaboration with the Eden Camp Modern History Museum, is bringing back one of the country’s most popular 1940s weekends.

North Yorkshire Water Park has launched a collection of brand-new camping pods.

Scarborough based showbiz producer Tony Peers has died surrounded by family and friends.

North Yorkshire Council is undertaking a significant overhaul of its parking policies across the county, leading to discussions about the future of free town centre car parking.

Bridlington Town Football Club has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Bridlington Town Supporters Association for their remarkable fundraising efforts during the 2024/25 season.

Resident doctors, formerly known as junior doctors, will go on strike for five days across England later this week.

A Scarborough church hall is set to be converted into housing for people with learning disabilities and autism.

The all-weather lifeboat was launched on Saturday to provide medical assistance to the crew member.

Club Chairman Trevor Bull is hoping Boro fans will turn out in large numbers for the clubs home games in Bridlington.

A remarkable 600-mile walking journey around the British coastline is set to culminate in Bridlington today.

A Yorkshire Water employee has rescued seven ducklings from a treatment works in Thornton-le-Dale, near Pickering.

A cordon is in place around Spa Bridge in Scarborough and the public are being asked to avoid the area.

A major project to repair and upgrade Scarborough Railway Station’s roof and improve passenger safety has been approved after plans were changed.

Emergency services on the Yorkshire Coast are sounding the alarm following a troubling increase in hoax calls in recent months.

East Riding Council now has a new political group as two former Yorkshire Party councillors have joined the Greens.

The closure marks the start of the centre’s transformation into SQ1, a major new destination to boost footfall, vibrancy and visitor experience.

The amount North Yorkshire pubs and cafes will have to pay to have outdoor seating in the street is set to more than triple.

The driver of a Motability vehicle has been arrested in Scarborough after testing positive for drugs.

A popular South Bay café is set to be demolished and replaced with a new building and additional holiday lets.

North Yorkshire Council has approved £1.84 million for essential repair works to the inner West Pier in Scarborough Harbour but councillors are concerned the harbour account has insufficient funds.

Saint Catherine’s Hospice has made history by becoming the first hospice in the UK to be awarded Gold status in the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme.

Yorkshire Water says the welcome rainfall over the weekend provided much-needed relief for dry ground, gardens and the region’s rivers.

North Yorkshire Police say they saw a large increase in the number of calls to their non-emergency 101 line in June.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s destinations team has once again demonstrated its commitment to exceptional customer care by retaining the prestigious Customer Service Excellence Award for 2025.

North Yorkshire Police have released CCTV images of two men and a woman in connection with a disturbance that occurred on St Thomas Street on June 22.

North Yorkshire's Chief Constable reacts to public questions over Police involvement in public events.

North Yorkshire's Police chief says speed cameras are not there to make money.

Councillors in the East Riding have carried a motion against a controversial government planning clause.

The Blues are using the famous ammonites, abbey and even Dracula to inspire the new kits for the coming season.

Leeds Bradford Airport has celebrated the successful opening of its new terminal extension, a milestone in its ambitious £100 million expansion project

Alison Hume has given her views on those who lost the Labour whip as she opened a new base in the centre of Scarborough.

North Yorkshire Council are set to be awarded over £10 million of funding from the Government.

The leader of North Yorkshire Council has said the authority will not back a ‘mad idea’ of purchasing Scarborough’s Grand Hotel.

Scarborough Athletic enjoyed victory in West Yorkshire on Saturday.

Whitby Town were shocked 3-0 at Guisborough Town from two levels below on Saturday.

Yorkshire's air ambulance, which has provided vital life-saving emergency support for thousands of people, has been chosen by the council chair as his charity of the year.

The Seasiders thumped Winterton Rangers on Saturday.

Heavy rain washed out Saturday's cricket programme.

Whitby RNLI escorted the restored 1962 Watson class lifeboat, Voyage by Amity, into Whitby Harbour on Friday.

Scarborough Town Council has faced scrutiny after claims it is increasing its mayor’s allowance by 600 per cent despite a ‘cautious’ spending commitment.

The spectacular Sailing Coble Festival is being staged at Bridlington over the weekend.

From Sunday, East Yorkshire Buses will implement a series of service changes designed to improve reliability, access, and travel options across Scarborough, Bridlington, and Driffield.

The Mayor of Hull and East Yorkshire, Reform UK’s Luke Campbell, has said he is “delighted” with the region having secured the joint highest grant from the Government’s Mayoral Renewables Fund.

Scarborough Athletic are away at NPL East Ossett United on Saturday.

The Blues make the short trip to Guisborough Town, led by Nathan Haslam, on Saturday, in the Mickey Skinner Memorial Trophy.

Bridlington Town are back at The Mounting Systems Stadium on Saturday.

North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has welcomed £700,000 in government funding for the region to invest in cheaper, clean energy systems in community buildings.

Our local cricketers will be hoping the thunder stays away for their matches today.

Bridlington Town AFC is looking for passionate football enthusiasts as the club looks to expand its scouting network ahead of the new season.

Young people in the East Riding will be able to travel on local buses for just £1.50 with the return of a discount scheme during the school holidays. 

Pickering Town were edged out 3-2 in the North East on Friday night in their last friendly.

Local rescue teams have used a GPS device to help them rescue a dog which had fallen over the cliffs in Sewerby.

Driver jailed after three people were injured in Bridlington.

The Coastal Views study was carried out by Haven, who say 80% of people look for a sea view when booking accommodation.

Scarborough Town Council has unanimously voted to oppose plans for a gas drilling rig in Burniston.

East Riding Council says it hopes to build up to 400 houses in the next year.

Two men have been arrested following reports of a car colliding with the front of a shop on St John Street in Bridlington.

An arrested man has been released without charge after showing remorse for posting offensive video on local community Facebook page.

Residents along the Yorkshire coast are advised to prepare for potential disruption as two distinct yellow warnings for thunderstorms have been issued.

Whitby Town will begin their 2025/26 Pitching In Northern Premier League campaign with an away fixture against Workington.

North Yorkshire’s Chief Constable, Tim Forber, has expressed a strong desire to establish a network of fixed and average speed cameras across the county.

The future of bus services across the York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA) area is set to undergo a comprehensive review, following a decision to extend the delegation of the Mayor's transport powers to North Yorkshire Council (NYC) and City of York Council (CYC) for another nine months.

Scarborough ran out 3-2 winners in an entertaining game at the Mounting Systems Stadium in Bridlington.

NFU President Tom Bradshaw and East Yorkshire farmers will hold talks with MPs and local councillors at the Driffield County Show today to discuss sector issues and current concerns around trade deals with the USA.

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