Yorkshire Coast News

Five parks across Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey have been recognised among the best in the region with international Green Flag Awards, as new research highlights a widening national divide in green space access.

Councillors have deferred a decision on whether to allow more homes to be occupied at the Middle Deepdale development in Scarborough before a promised link bridge is constructed.

The owners of Newby and Scalby Community Hall have confirmed their intention to proceed with the sale of the venue, initiating a six-week interim moratorium period amid strong opposition from local residents.

Tuesday night sees Scarborough Athletic return to their former temporary home at the Mounting Systems Stadium.

Whitby Town go to West Auckland on Tuesday with boss Lee Bullock wanting a tough challenge for his side.

Almost 60 coastal councils are demanding a parliamentary inquiry into the Government's proposal to strip coastguard rescue officers of their hourly pay and reclassify them as unpaid volunteers.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is set to unveil a landmark ten-year Rural Action Plan to support countryside communities at the Great Yorkshire Show.

North Yorkshire Council's leader has warned that government plans to merge police into larger regional forces could leave rural communities competing for vital resources against bigger urban areas.

A charity football match between a Whitby Town XI and RAF Fylingdales at the Towbar Express Stadium has successfully raised more than £500 for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

The Rainbow Centre's annual charity ball has successfully raised £19,250 to support vulnerable members of the local community.

Four hundred workers at the Alexander Dennis bus manufacturing plant in Scarborough are set to escalate strike action after rejecting a four per cent pay offer.

East Riding councillors have unanimously backed a motion calling on the Government to cap the amount of agricultural land that can be converted into solar farms.

Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team successfully rescued two paddleboarders and a dog who became stranded amongst rocks at North Landing, Flamborough, on Sunday afternoon.

The majority of services at Malton Hospital, including the Urgent Treatment Centre and routine blood tests, have officially reopened following a fire that prompted a full evacuation last week.

East Riding Trading Standards has detailed its ongoing fight against doorstep crime, illegal vapes, and unsafe products, with a local councillor sharing her firsthand experience of a recent enforcement raid.

Scarborough Seafest returns next weekend from the 17th to the 19th of July, bringing three days of free maritime celebrations, live entertainment, and culinary demonstrations to its new venue at Scarborough Spa.

A local friendship group has unveiled a new schedule of summer events across the Yorkshire Coast designed to bring people together and combat isolation.

North Yorkshire Council is set to consider a joint venture with Lovell Partnerships Ltd to build more than 600 new properties, including 226 affordable homes, in Scarborough and Whitby.

North Yorkshire's chief fire officer has outlined new plans to formally train and safeguard local contractors and farmers who assist in tackling large-scale incidents following the challenges of last year's Langdale wildfire.

Students and staff at Scarborough College are celebrating after the class of 2026 achieved an impressive average score of 33 points in their International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

More than 55 members, volunteers and families from Kingfishers Swimming Club Scarborough took part in a sponsored walk on Sunday 5 July, completing the route from Scalby Mills to Scarborough Lifeboat Station and back.

All our senior sides were in action on another busy Saturday cricket programme.

Mountain rescue volunteers have dedicated over 200 hours to five separate callouts across the region, including search and rescue incidents in Whitby, Driffield, and Pickering.

Saint Catherine’s are launching its ever-popular charity calendar for 2027 at a special gallery-style event on Saturday.

Scarborough Athletic made it back-to-back victories as they saw off Pickering Town 3-1 on Friday night.

Bridlington Town came from behind to hold Whitby Town on Friday night.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has been appointed Crown Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead in Scarborough, a procedural device that legally allows him to resign as an MP.

Scarborough Athletic supporters will be planning the next nine months of football action as the National North fixtures arrived on Friday.

The Yorkshire Coast has missed out on the chance to host the UK's first Town of Culture after bids from Whitby, Scarborough, Bridlington, Driffield, and Pickering failed to make the final shortlist.

Residents of Driffield are being forced to travel to Bridlington for routine NHS blood tests, sparking concerns over accessibility for those without their own transport.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume is launching an All-Party Parliamentary Group on Wildfire Prevention to improve national resilience and support communities following last summer's devastating blaze on the North York Moors.

Malton Urgent Treatment Centre has reopened to patients following a fire, though the main hospital site remains temporarily closed.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has defended its decision to transition rescue officers to an unpaid volunteer model, despite warnings from union officials and MPs that the move could force over half of Yorkshire's coastguards to reduce their hours or quit.

The East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced the sad passing of Michael Wood, who served as the region's beloved town crier since 1997.

Residents and councillors are questioning North Yorkshire Council's financial support and spending choices, including controversial AI artwork, for Scarborough's 400th-anniversary celebrations.

A life-saving National Coastwatch Institution trailer on Filey's Royal Parade has been granted a temporary extension until July 2028 by North Yorkshire Council.

Two Yorkshire Ambulance Service colleagues are taking on a twenty-mile coastal walk from Scarborough to Bridlington to raise funds for their service's charity.

As the Yorkshire Coast experiences extremely warm weather, authorities are urging the public to be vigilant against wildfires following last summer's Fylingdales Moor incident.

Thousands of motorists have been caught out by mobile safety cameras across the region, as Humberside Police reveal the East Riding accounts for half of all road deaths in the Humber area.

Local artists in Scarborough have strongly criticised the council for using artificial intelligence instead of local talent to design a deckchair trail celebrating the town's 400th anniversary.

North Yorkshire Council has warned of the significant strain recent heatwaves have placed on coastal services, urging residents to take care as a new yellow Heat Health Alert comes into effect.

A planning application has been submitted to construct a new 50-metre-long building for 20,000 chickens at Cansdale Farm in Hunmanby to improve welfare standards without increasing overall bird numbers.

The Charity Commission has received a serious incident report and is investigating the controversial planned sale of the Newby and Scalby Community Hall to a private company.

Plans to convert a five-bedroom house on Gladstone Street in Scarborough into a nine-person House in Multiple Occupation have been rejected by North Yorkshire Council due to concerns over space, parking, and the changing character of the neighbourhood.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has responded to a fire in Wykeham Forest, near Scarborough.

Multiple fire crews are currently on the scene of an incident involving a building at the Malton and Norton District Hospital site.

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a yellow heat health alert for Yorkshire and the Humber, which remains in place until Sunday evening.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume says North Yorkshire Council's revised home-to-school transport policy is breaking down communities and splitting up siblings.

Humberside Police has launched its annual Operation Coastline campaign to tackle antisocial behaviour and keep Yorkshire Coast towns like Bridlington safe during the busy summer months.

Bridlington is set to see significant developments with the approval of a massive new dental practice on Quay Road to tackle the town's 'dental desert' reputation, alongside plans for a new hot food takeaway on Bridge Street.

Councillors are set to approve a delay in constructing a connecting road and bridge for a major 1,300-home development in Eastfield, Scarborough, despite ongoing concerns from local residents.

Newby and Scalby Community hall has been officially recognised as an asset of community value following strong local opposition to its proposed sale.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has urged ministers to pause and re-evaluate plans that would strip Coastguard Rescue Officers of their 'worker' status.

East Riding councillors have expressed significant concerns about the number of large-scale solar projects being proposed for the area, which are bypassing the local planning process.

Scarborough has been designated as the country’s first coastal Mayoral Development Zone, unlocking millions of pounds in investment to transform the town's high street, harbour, and housing.

A juvenile Greylag Goose is receiving treatment at a wildlife hospital after being shot through the neck with a crossbow bolt at a North Yorkshire water park.

The GMB Union has warned that plans to strip coastguards of their hourly pay and reclassify them as volunteers could force more than half of the officers in Yorkshire and Humberside to reduce their hours or quit.

Whitby Town have bolstered their squad for the 2026/27 campaign by signing four standout players from Northern League side Boro Rangers.

A pioneering environmental initiative on the River Esk is helping local communities reconnect with nature and build a stronger foundation for long-term conservation and biodiversity recovery.

Four candidates have been officially confirmed for the upcoming Scarborough Town Council by-election in the Castle Ward following a councillor's resignation.

Voters in Whitby's West Cliff Ward will head to the polls this Thursday to choose between two candidates for a vacant town council seat.

The Rotary Club of Scarborough Cavaliers has announced its closure after nearly five decades of supporting local charities and international projects.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is increasing its use of drones and helicopters, whilst discouraging disposable barbecues, to prevent a repeat of last year's devastating wildfires.

East Riding councillors are encouraging residents to use free Boditrax body composition scanners available at local libraries and leisure centres to improve their health and well-being.

Over 460 summer activities, ranging from sports and cooking to nature trails, have been announced for children across the region.

North Yorkshire Council has approved plans for two new padel tennis courts at Cayton Playing Fields, with strict conditions to halt play and prevent noise or light disturbances during nearby cemetery burials.

Saint Catherine’s Hospice in Scarborough is looking for committed individuals from a variety of professional backgrounds to join its Board of Trustees.

Eighteen employees have graduated from McCain's Manufacturing Academy during a special ceremony held at the company's Scarborough headquarters.

A proposed £119,000 urban gull strategy aimed at protecting public health and promoting coexistence in Scarborough and Whitby is set to be examined by councillors on Monday.

Scarborough won a thriller at Hornsea as another full programme of cricket played out on the Yorkshire Coast.

The Staintondale Moorland Railway and Gardens are reopening this Sunday to raise funds for a special dementia-friendly train service operating out of Whitby.

A retrospective application by Sainsbury's to extend the operating hours of its Falsgrave Road petrol station and car wash has faced opposition from Scarborough Town Council due to ambiguous proposals and concerns over its impact on residents.

Two decommissioned fire engines from the North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are to be donated to Ukraine following approval from Mayor David Skaith.

Scarborough residents are calling for the rejection of a planning application to formalise the use of two hotels as emergency accommodation, citing an "extreme change" to their quality of life due to anti-social behavior.

The Seadogs hit eight on their first run-out of the new season, on Saturday, including a 13-minute hat-trick for new boy Mo Fadera.

The new-look Blues won comfortably at Northern League opponents on Saturday.

It was a game of two halves in Lincolnshire on Friday.

Simon Heslop's men lost 3-1 at Northallerton Town on Friday night, following a 4-0 midweek loss.

Humberside Police have released new statistics detailing road deaths and traffic offences across the East Riding as part of their ongoing efforts to improve road safety.

A month-long celebration of visual arts begins on Saturday across multiple venues as part of the year-round Scarborough Fair programme.

A Yorkshire Coast caravan park affected by the devastating Fylingdales Moor wildfire has received crucial financial backing from the local council after the Government declined to provide compensation.

Two men and a woman have been jailed after a man was lured to a Scarborough property, assaulted, and robbed of his personal belongings.

Regional leaders in York and North Yorkshire have unanimously backed a new Rural Action Plan aimed at delivering 5,000 homes, improving connectivity, and boosting the rural economy by 2035.

Work to repair and replace the football pitch at Scarborough Sports Village has been completed on time and under budget, allowing local teams to return home for the new season.

Alison Hume MP has challenged the housing minister in the House of Commons, calling for robust licensing schemes to tackle the impact of short-term lets in Whitby.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has extended its policy of not responding to automatic fire alarms at commercial premises to 24 hours a day in a bid to reduce false alarms.

North Yorkshire Council has proposed a new £119,500 urban gull strategy for Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey to balance public health with wildlife conservation through education, waste management, and targeted cleaning.

Humberside Police have revealed the significant impact of Operation Snap, with hundreds of dashcam submissions in March leading to court appearances, education courses, and driving bans for serious offences.

The world's best cyclists will pass through Hornsea and face a series of climbs around Driffield as the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Men visits East Yorkshire this September.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has launched a new consultation website to gather residents' views on where public electric vehicle charging points should be installed as part of a £100,000 investment.

Scarborough Athletic have bolstered their attacking options ahead of the new season by signing Mo Fadera, just hours after announcing the arrival of midfielder Luke Hall.

Scarborough Athletic have bolstered their squad with the signing of former Woking Football Club attacking midfielder Luke Hall ahead of their first pre-season fixture this weekend.

The severe lack of access to NHS dentistry in Scarborough and Whitby has been highlighted in the House of Commons by local MP Alison Hume, as the government promises fundamental reforms to tackle regional dental deserts.

Humberside Police and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner are expanding an automatic speed camera network across the East Riding following a highly successful trial in Bubwith.

A £15 million regeneration project aimed at modernising Scarborough's historic West Pier while preserving its maritime heritage will be debated at a special town council meeting this week.

Marie Couch from Saint Catherine's has been named a finalist in the Palliative and End of Life Care Awards 2026 for her dedication to creating meaningful experiences for patients and their families.

North Yorkshire Council has applied for a £75,000 government grant to use LiDAR-equipped drones to monitor the region's rapidly eroding coastal cliffs.

A by-election will be held on July 30 to fill a vacancy on Scarborough Town Council following the resignation of Reform UK mayoress Stacy Bolton.

North Yorkshire Council is rolling out innovative road treatments to prevent potholes and stretch budgets after facing a multi-million-pound shortfall in highway maintenance funding.

North Yorkshire Council experts will undertake overnight works requiring a full road closure to resolve mechanical issues preventing the Whitby Swing Bridge from closing properly.

The B1249 Staxton Hill will be closed for routine maintenance on Monday & Tuesday next week, with a signed diversion route in place via Bridlington.

The North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is set to invest in its own drone technology and satellite communications to better tackle remote wildfires following a major incident debrief into last summer's Fylingdales Moor blaze.

An internal audit of Scarborough Town Council's accounts shows the Mayor claimed less than £40 of a £3,500 allowance that previously sparked a national debate.

Scarborough Town Council has written to the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire to express its strongest possible objection to the proposed introduction of a tourist tax.

Long-time Scarborough Athletic fan Steve Penny has released a new book documenting the club's season playing away from home, with a portion of the profits going to support the Seadogs.

Families in Eastfield are facing mounting maintenance bills due to delays in North Yorkshire Council adopting new roads, a situation one local councillor has branded a potential national mis-selling scandal.

A senior executive at East Riding of Yorkshire Council has called on the authority to seize the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence while ensuring strict ethical safeguards are established.

Thousands of people flocked to Scarborough's seafront under blue skies to celebrate Armed Forces Day and show their support for service personnel, veterans, and their families.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has secured a three-month closure order on a property following severe antisocial behaviour, intimidation, and alleged drug dealing.

A new community-led support service named Flourish has been launched to help women across North Yorkshire, featuring a dedicated women's centre in Scarborough alongside rural outreach programmes.

Record crowds gathered in Scarborough for the town's biggest ever Armed Forces Day air show, which featured military parades, charity stalls, and vital community initiatives.

Community Speed Watch volunteers in the East Riding have caught over a thousand speeding drivers this year, significantly contributing to Humberside Police's local road safety efforts.

Pupils from Scarborough's Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy have been recognised for their commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and tackling climate change at an annual awards event.

Scarborough suffered a heartbreaking defeat at North Marine Road on Saturday.

A new survey has revealed how Scarborough residents feel about having their voices heard, while community pressure in Whitby has successfully halted the decommissioning of the town's cliff lift.

Scarborough is hosting one of the UK's largest Armed Forces Day events, featuring a packed schedule of air displays, parades, and military celebrations along the coast.

Scarborough's legendary Naval Warfare show returns for the 2026 season with a spectacular Armed Forces Day special on Saturday.

Labour MP Alison Hume has condemned Reform MP Sarah Pochin in the House of Commons for suggesting that the England football team must keep winning to protect women from domestic violence.

Whitby Abbey has invested in a five-week lift modernisation project to ensure reliable, step-free access for visitors to its first-floor museum and exhibition areas.

Organisers of the Scarborough Armed Forces Day have confirmed that the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Spitfire will no longer appear at Saturday's event, though five other air displays are still scheduled to go ahead.

Alison Hume MP is pressing the government to review its national stroke strategy, arguing it fails to meet the needs of rural and coastal communities like Scarborough and Whitby.

Scarborough Athletic are preparing to return to the Scarborough Sports Village after a year away in Bridlington, but the club's chairman has warned there is significant work to do once the pitch repairs are completed this Friday.

A £450,000 government-backed project is being pursued by North Yorkshire Council to protect the highly vulnerable Flat Cliffs community in Filey from severe coastal erosion.

A major seafront redevelopment scheme in Withernsea has been completed, bringing new beach huts, micro-kiosks, and improved facilities to the East Riding coastline.

Scarborough is set to benefit from an initial £8 million regeneration boost as part of a proposed Mayoral Development Zone aimed at transforming the town centre and creating thousands of new homes.

A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in place for the Yorkshire Coast this afternoon and early evening, bringing the threat of heavy rain, large hail, and travel disruption.

With temperatures soaring, Whitby's been hit with severe thunder storms and flash floods on Friday.

The appointment of former Scarborough and Whitby MP Sir Robert Goodwill to chair the Yorkshire Bathing Water Partnership has sparked local debate over his environmental voting record.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is introducing a new housing policy to proactively support residents along the East Yorkshire coast who are at risk of losing their homes to the sea.

World-class volleyball players are set to descend on Bridlington's Belvedere Beach from Thursday as the town hosts England's first-ever World Beach Pro Tour event.

Scarborough Athletic Football Club players will face off against Scarborough Cricket Club in an annual Twenty20 charity match at North Marine Road this Thursday.

Plans for Scarborough's multimillion-pound Station Gateway redevelopment may be amended to improve practicality, including proposed changes to heritage boundary walls and parking access.

Organisers have released the full timetable and detailed extensive seafront road closures ahead of Saturday's Armed Forces Day event in Scarborough.

Yorkshire Water is consulting on plans to upgrade Scarborough's wastewater infrastructure, including the potential introduction of innovative rainwater gardens and a low-carbon Aero-Fac treatment facility.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume says she is prepared to lay an amendment to the Energy Independence Bill to ensure a full legal ban on all forms of fracking, including the proppant squeeze method.

Humberside Police are appealing for information and CCTV footage after new historical display boards at the Hornsea Viaduct were defaced with paint and scratched with a sharp implement.

The newly established Whitby Town FC Community Trust has donated £750 to help twenty-three Whitby School students take part in a four-week sustainable development expedition to Cambodia.

Yorkshire Water is asking people to conserve water as temperatures soar above 30 degrees, driving regional demand up by 150 million litres a day.

North Yorkshire councillors have provisionally approved a 150-home development in Pickering, despite local objections and infrastructure concerns.

A leadership contest for the North Yorkshire Council has been cancelled after senior Conservative councillors Carl Les and Keane Duncan agreed on a unified path forward ahead of the 2027 local elections.

Around 400 workers at the Alexander Dennis bus manufacturing plant in Scarborough are set to strike for a week after rejecting a four per cent pay offer.

A Scarborough councillor is urging regulators to embrace rapid water testing technology as local volunteers and Yorkshire Water begin trialling new near real-time monitoring systems.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has welcomed the town's selection for the government's pioneering Mission Coastal pilot, expressing hope it will tackle entrenched disadvantage and address the crisis in Special Educational Needs provision.

A fourteen-year-old from Scarborough who was expelled from school has transformed his life and won an international martial arts medal after joining a free holiday activity scheme.

Whitby Hidden Impairments Support and Help is offering more than 25 holiday sessions this summer as part of the FEAST programme to keep children active and well-fed.

Following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, North Yorkshire Council leader Carl Les is calling on the next Prime Minister to bridge the political disconnect between London and the North of England.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has thanked Keir Starmer for his service and expressed her support for his decision to step down as Prime Minister.

A new funding programme offering grants of up to £400,000 has been launched to reintroduce and enhance physical banking services in rural communities including Whitby and Filey.

A cross-party group of councillors is urging the appointment of a dedicated government minister to champion rural and coastal communities and provide a vital boost to the North Yorkshire economy.

Scarborough Athletic Chairman Trevor Bull is looking forward to the new National North season, highlighting the club's strong retained squad and encouraging fans to support the 'No Battle No Victory Fund' to aid further recruitment.

Stakeholders are seeking clarity over the timeline for a new boat hoist at Scarborough harbour, as officials confirm the project will depend on securing significant funding for structural pier strengthening works.

Humberside Police are utilising a new fleet of drones to safely track down individuals riding illegal e-bikes and e-scooters across the Yorkshire Coast.

The Scarborough Tourism Board has published an open letter opposing a proposed Overnight Visitor Levy, warning it would damage the local economy and push holidaymakers towards cheaper neighbouring towns like Bridlington.

England's only active natural road race circuit is continuing its biggest season yet with the Barry Sheene Cup this weekend.

Scalby Fair returns this weekend with a packed schedule of entertainment, local stalls, and strong community volunteer support.

The immediate future of the historic Malton Show has been secured after an Amotherby-based farmer cooperative pledged £30,000 over three years to become its headline sponsor.

Thirteen yachts will set sail from Scarborough for a challenging two-hundred-and-ten-mile voyage across the North Sea to the Netherlands as part of the 2026 North Sea Yacht Race.

A Hornsea councillor has raised concerns that coastal residents in the East Riding are receiving a bad deal over car parking charges compared to inland towns.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has released a comprehensive debrief report detailing its response to last summer's unprecedented wildfire on Fylingdales Moor, highlighting both successes and critical areas for future improvement.

Scarborough Athletic are set to unveil their new home kit on Saturday during an afternoon event at The Tow Bar, as the club prepares for a return to the Scarborough Sports Village.

Barrowfest will bring a free day of live music and entertainment to Scarborough's Gallows Close Centre on Saturday.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is backing a national campaign to raise awareness of water safety following a tragic number of recent drownings across the UK.

Yorkshire Water has partnered with an environmental survey company to use aerial mapping and artificial intelligence across the Yorkshire Coast to identify misconnected pipes and reduce bathing water pollution.

Dedicated volunteers across North Yorkshire have celebrated their twentieth anniversary of helping residents reduce waste, save money and conserve the environment.

Yorkshire Water's Bathing Water Manager says he is excited by a £120 million investment plan aimed at reducing storm overflow spills and improving water quality in Scarborough.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume says local firms have welcomed the government's temporary VAT cut on family activities and says she is working with local bus operators to ensure there is enough capacity for children to use free summer transport.

New figures from Action on Smoking and Health reveal that smoking costs the East Riding an estimated £225 million every year in lost productivity, healthcare, and social care.

A popular hotel in Robin Hood's Bay has announced a series of events for locals, visitors, and guests as part of its 2026 summer programme

Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy is appealing for passionate volunteers across North Yorkshire and the East Riding to join its national Litter Heroes Ambassador programme.

North Yorkshire Police are preparing for an unpredictable World Cup with a zero-tolerance approach to anti-social behaviour and a focus on tackling domestic abuse.

North Yorkshire Council has green-lit a £350,000 investment to double the capacity of Westway Boxing Club in Eastfield, securing a state-of-the-art facility for the community.

North Yorkshire Council has approved a new ten-year strategy to revitalise and manage the harbours in Scarborough and Whitby, alongside Filey Coble Landing.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has voiced her strong support for the Government's upcoming ban on social media services for children under the age of sixteen.

A proposed major retail centre in Scarborough has sparked significant pushback from local residents who fear the development will bring continuous noise and disrupt their quiet, semi-rural neighbourhood.

North Yorkshire Council has approved plans for Whitby Brewery to refurbish, expand, and reopen a vacant pub under the new name, The Railway Tap.

A Whitby café has submitted a planning application to North Yorkshire Council to transform its existing holiday let apartments into a five-bedroom town centre hotel.

North Yorkshire Council has published draft school term dates for the 2027/28 academic year, proposing a six-week summer holiday instead of the current seven-week break.

David Skaith has been appointed as an advisor to the Active Travel England Board to help shape the national agenda for walking, wheeling, and cycling.

West End star Lee Mead and Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn will headline this year's magical production of Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood at the Scarborough Spa Theatre.

Yorkshire Water has reassured residents that a faulty monitoring device at a combined sewer overflow station in Scarborough, which incorrectly reported discharges, has been repaired.

Harbours in Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey are leading the way in marine safety after successfully meeting strict new national regulations ahead of many other UK ports.

North Yorkshire Police have arrested two people and seized drugs and cash following the execution of two warrants at separate addresses in Filey.

The popular Moorsbus service has returned for the 2026 season with an extended timetable, offering residents in the East Riding and Hull expanded opportunities to explore the North York Moors.

A new £100,000 funding pot has been launched to support youth projects, community groups, and charities across the East Riding.

Bridlington Town Football Club have announced the permanent signing of nineteen-year-old former Scarborough Athletic midfielder Billy Marshall as they target a play-off push.

The reopening of 'Danger Bank', a key route linking Whitby to Ruswarp, has been delayed until 2027 following further extensive winter slippage, prompting disappointment from local representatives.

Yorkshire Water is working with the Environment Agency to accelerate investment in coastal resorts, aiming to significantly reduce sewage spills and improve bathing water quality ahead of schedule.

Yorkshire Water's Manager of Strategic Partnerships has provided an update on efforts to tackle water quality issues at Scalby Beck.

Whitby Town Council has awarded its highest civic honour to the Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) and will celebrate with a Freedom Parade this summer.

An estate agency operating on the Yorkshire Coast has donated £1,000 to the Filey Lions Club for the second year in a row to support their community work.

Senior officials at East Riding of Yorkshire Council have debated the enforcement of double yellow lines after poor parking caused traffic chaos in Hornsea.

North Yorkshire Council is more than doubling the number of temporary toilets at Royal Parade in Filey to meet rising demand ahead of the busy summer period.

Plans to improve how anti-social behaviour is prevented and managed across North Yorkshire are set to be discussed by councillors next week.

The proposed sale of a Yorkshire Coast community hall to local business owners has sparked transparency concerns and prompted a local councillor to request an investigation by the Charity Commission.

The Scarborough Fringe Festival kicks off today, bringing ten days of diverse performances to traditional and unique venues across the Yorkshire Coast.

The annual Scalby Fair week begins today, featuring a variety of community events, live entertainment, and an expanded classic car show, culminating in the main fair day on the 20th.

North Yorkshire Council has confirmed that the installation of the new playing surface at Scarborough Sports Village is on track to be completed by Friday, June 26.

A well-established surf school in Cayton Bay will be replaced by a modernized 21-metre-long facility featuring a new first-floor café, equipment hire, and storage space, following approval from North Yorkshire Council.

A family-owned holiday business on the Yorkshire Coast is celebrating after all five of its parks and accommodation sites received the prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.

A community-led Property Pride campaign is successfully working alongside the local council and police to revamp run-down buildings and rebuild civic pride in Bridlington town centre.