Yorkshire Coast News

Local venues and community groups have united to offer shelter, hot meals, and entertainment to dozens of residents displaced by an explosion on Cambridge Street.

Filey Town Council has announced the temporary closure of Filey Museum due to serious health and safety issues identified during a recent fire inspection.

Residents and visitors are being encouraged to prepare for the upcoming Scarborough Fair, which begins with a diverse programme of Fringe events starting at the end of May.

Yorkshire Coast football clubs are gearing up for the new campaign with ground improvements, volunteer appeals, and squad changes already underway.

Whitby Town midfielder Lewis Hawkins has declined a new contract offer and will leave the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Political control of North Yorkshire Council hangs in the balance after Councillor Tim Grogan became the latest Conservative to defect to Reform, leaving the ruling group in the minority.

Scarborough Athletic Football Club has been crowned the winner of the Best Fan Engagement prize at the 2026 Best of Non-League Awards.

Emergency Services including Police, Ambulance and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue are on the scene following the incident shortly before 6:00am.

An adult gaming centre in Scarborough has applied for 24-hour operation for a third time, despite previous rejections and police concerns over local crime rates.

Local politicians are urging the regional combined authority mayor to abandon plans for an overnight visitor levy, warning it could severely damage the East Riding's fragile hospitality sector and undermine upcoming cultural bids.

Jo Coles, the Deputy Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has highlighted the need for improved coordination and investment in surveillance camera networks to enhance community safety.

Locals in Whitby are strongly opposing plans to build four high-end holiday units near the historic 19th-century Larpool Viaduct, citing concerns over wildlife disruption, road safety, and the impact on the area's character.

A tense meeting to decide the leadership of North Yorkshire Council’s Conservative group was abruptly halted following a dispute over whether aligned independent councillors are eligible to vote.

New figures have revealed that victims in North Yorkshire and York lost more than £1.5 million to romance fraudsters in 2025.

Alison Hume, the Member of Parliament for Scarborough and Whitby, has brought the plight of a local constituent to the House of Commons, highlighting what she describes as a "living nightmare" for residents in the park home industry.

Big Bear Bikes in Pickering has been named the first recipient of the national Local Bike Shop Week Award after securing nearly half of the public vote.

A sapling grown from the iconic felled Sycamore Gap tree has been planted at Danby Lodge National Park Centre near Whitby.

Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist Nancy Tilley will be joining the line-up for The Rainbow Ball at Scarborough Spa this June, where she has also donated an exclusive drum lesson for the charity auction.

Plans to build a new enclosed dog walking area and car park at Airy Hill Farm in Hunmanby have been officially approved by North Yorkshire Council.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has recorded a dramatic increase in home fire safety visits, smashing ambitious targets to help protect local communities.

Preparations are in full swing as Whitby gears up to host thousands of families for the annual Fish and Ships Festival, celebrating the town's rich maritime heritage.

A lack of accessible public toilets in Scarborough is deterring residents from visiting the town centre, raising concerns about the negative impact on local businesses as the tourist season begins.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted by a man using a carrier bag in Eastfield.

Trevor Bull has praised the survival and record-breaking achievements of the Seadogs after a challenging year playing away from their home stadium.

Visitors to North Yorkshire Water Park can now spend the night aboard two newly converted Westland Sea King helicopters that previously served in life-saving Royal Air Force missions.

A Whitby-based charity supporting children with hidden impairments has been formally presented with the highest honour given to volunteer groups in the UK.

Marks & Spencer has officially dismissed social media rumours claiming that its Scarborough town centre store is shutting down.

Whitbread has revealed plans to shut down its remaining Beefeater and Brewers Fayre restaurants, converting them to hotel rooms and integrated hotel restaurants.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information and CCTV footage following a series of vehicle break-ins and interference incidents in the Crossgates and Eastfield area.

Residents in Scarborough, Whitby, and Pickering are being encouraged to explore their community’s past during a month-long local history campaign at North Yorkshire libraries.

A major new construction strategy aiming to deliver tens of thousands of properties, including a significant proportion of affordable homes, has been officially adopted to address the region's growing property crisis.

Aldi has confirmed it is still progressing with plans to build a new £7 million supermarket in Eastfield, Scarborough, despite an initial setback regarding demolition proposals at the site.

North Yorkshire Council has approved the installation of nine new 5G antennas and a 3.75-metre mast extension on the rooftop of the Scarborough Telephone Exchange to improve local connectivity.

North Yorkshire Council is set to review a proposed five per cent increase in maximum taxi fares to help drivers cope with soaring petrol and diesel costs.

North Yorkshire Council has submitted plans to extend a prominent outdoor mural on a Grade-II listed building in Scarborough's town centre to boost civic pride and enhance the local environment.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is facing unique challenges in manning its coastal on-call stations, as an ageing population and an increase in holiday lets shrink the pool of potential recruits.

Senior councillors have praised the controversial restructuring of North Yorkshire's library service, noting that the move to volunteer-led branches has resulted in nearly 1.8 million visits over the past year.

A successful Spring Coffee Morning held at Bridlington Rugby Club has raised more than £900 to support patient care at Saint Catherine’s Hospice.

Whitby Town goalkeeper Shane Bland has turned down the club’s offer of a new contract and will leave the Towbar Express Stadium ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Three vacant council-owned properties in Scarborough will be refurbished into eight flats to provide temporary accommodation for homeless households by the end of 2027.

Two senior politicians in the East Riding have warned that a potential visitor levy could harm the local hospitality sector and are demanding more clarity from the government before any decisions are made.

The popular Moorland Railway and Gardens fundraising events are back, offering miniature train rides and sweet treats to support local causes.

One of the UK's finest collections of vintage Star Wars toys and original cinema posters is set to go on display at Beverley Art Gallery this June.

To mark Deaf Awareness Week, the force's local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be holding community drop‑in sessions to raise awareness of hearing impairments and to offer support.

Senior councillors will meet next week to debate allocating funds to bring two stages of a major international cycling race to the county.

Plans have been submitted to construct two new padel tennis courts at North Yorkshire Water Park to diversify the site's leisure activities.

Councillor Gareth Dadd has announced he will not seek re-election as deputy leader of North Yorkshire Council next week and will step down as a councillor at next year’s local elections.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has recorded a 16 per cent rise in the number of road traffic collisions it attended during the last financial year, though the majority did not require rescue operations.

Local councillors are strongly opposing plans to convert the Duchess pub in Scarborough into residential flats, citing a loss of community amenity despite claims from the former licensee that the business was no longer commercially viable.

Councillor Keane Duncan has launched a leadership bid against long-serving North Yorkshire Conservative Group leader Carl Les ahead of next week's annual general meeting.

All our sides were in action on Saturday.

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man sustained fatal injuries in a road traffic collision on the B1238 Hull Road near Aldbrough at around 7.50pm on Thursday.

North Yorkshire's Deputy Mayor has praised the impact of visible community policing after receiving positive feedback from businesses in Whitby and Filey.

New legislation banning dogs from Scarborough's South Bay has come into force following intense local discussions, though visiting tourists have expressed support for the restrictions.

The challenge is the 2nd of 7 challenges dubbed a 'Rainbow Of Challenges' that the pair are doing for The Rainbow Centre in Scarborough.

Whitby Town have confirmed a reshuffle of their first-team management, with Lee Bullock appointed as the club’s new manager.

More than 60 residents and the local town council have submitted letters objecting to a proposed retail park on Filey Road in Scarborough, citing concerns over its impact on the existing high street, the environment, and local traffic.

Officers from the Humberside Police's Roads Policing Team have seized 72 vehicles as part of a national intensification week targeting uninsured drivers on the roads.

A 72-year-old former Pickering hotel manager who fled to live off-grid in Scotland to evade severe food hygiene charges has been sentenced to more than two years in prison.

Two eye-catching murals celebrating local history and wildlife have been unveiled in Bridlington as part of a £125,000 council regeneration project.

An East Riding councillor has called on the region's combined authority mayor to ditch plans for a visitor levy, warning that taxing tourists could sabotage ongoing bids by local towns to become the UK's next Town of Culture.

Calls are intensifying for better protection of the Gypsey Race in Bridlington, as local councillors warn that ongoing sewage discharges threaten one of East Yorkshire's rare chalk streams.

Whitby Town Football Club has announced that several players, including Layton Watts, will be leaving the Towbar Express Stadium this summer following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

North Yorkshire Council has warned that fly-tipping will not be tolerated as a new mandatory vehicle registration system for household waste recycling centres is introduced to prevent misuse by non-residents.

More than £616,000 has been awarded to twenty-three projects across North Yorkshire, including a wellbeing programme in Scarborough and Whitby, to help improve men's mental health and reduce the risk of suicide.

North Yorkshire Council has approved plans for a new galvanised steel oxygen bottle storage facility to be built at Scarborough Hospital.

Heritage railway bosses have announced updated reopening schedules for the route to Whitby as donations for critical bridge repairs surpass the £250,000 milestone.

The Rainbow Centre in Scarborough has submitted plans to demolish its current site and construct a modern, three-and-a-half-storey facility to meet the growing demand for its services.

North Yorkshire Council is set to review a proposed Public Space Protection Order this Friday to tackle a surge in illegal camping, fires, and anti-social behaviour along the coast.

Residents in North Yorkshire are paying more for their fire service, yet average fire engine availability has dipped by two per cent over the last twelve months.

A hospitality student from East Riding College's Bridlington campus has claimed first place at a prestigious international cooking competition in Italy.

Whitby Town has confirmed the departures of joint-manager Jason Kennedy and sports therapist Ben Slater, as Lee Bullock promises a major club restructure ahead of the new campaign.

The number of patients waiting over 12 hours for a bed at York and Scarborough hospitals has fallen significantly since January, though health bosses caution the figures remain too high.

New proposals have been submitted to North Yorkshire Council to convert The Duchess pub in Scarborough into flats and bungalows.

Emergency services have spent the night tackling a significant blaze at a disused hotel on Fort Terrace in Bridlington.

Scarborough Athletic's hopes of chasing promotion to the National League ended with defeat to Buxton on Tuesday.

Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeguards are preparing to return to six North Yorkshire beaches to provide daily patrols and essential safety advice over the summer season.

Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeguards are set to resume their daily patrols across East Riding beaches starting from the Spring Bank Holiday weekend.

Big Bear Bikes in Pickering has been named a finalist in the Local Bike Shop Week Awards and is calling on the community to help them secure the win.

Two popular East Yorkshire accommodation providers have joined the Bridlington Tourist Association, offering guests exclusive local discounts through a new passport scheme.

North Yorkshire Council has approved plans for a 46-metre wind turbine at a farm near Filey, despite the Ministry of Defence warning it could obstruct low-flying aircraft.

A motorhome stolen during a burglary near Whitby has been recovered in Hartlepool after the owner tracked its signal and officers used a drone to pinpoint its exact location.

North Yorkshire Council has rejected a retrospective application for a Scarborough vape shop's storefront advertising after planners and councillors criticized the bright vinyl signs for clashing with the historic conservation area.

Humberside Police are highlighting the vital work of two dedicated officers tackling seasonal challenges and drug-related crime on the coast of the East Riding of Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire Police are reallocating officers to conduct high-visibility patrols in coastal towns like Scarborough and Whitby over the May bank holiday weekends to combat a recent rise in antisocial behaviour.

Scarborough Athletic manager Jono Greening and midfielder Alex Purver are preparing for their crucial National North Eliminator match against Buxton on Tuesday, with the winners advancing to face South Shields.

Residents and businesses are being urged to attend weekly drop-in sessions starting this Tuesday to help shape a major new investment in Scarborough's wastewater network.

The annual Scalby Charity Walk on Easter Monday has raised a record £3,000 for local causes, prompting organisers to launch a fresh appeal for volunteers ahead of Scalby Fair Week.

The Scarborough Fair is set to bring a vibrant season of arts, culture, and community events to the seaside town this summer, featuring more than one hundred and seventy events across almost fifty venues.

A packed programme of exhibitions, arts events, and a new bronze sculpture have been announced to mark 400 years since the discovery of Scarborough's spa waters.

Tipsea Wines Ltd has applied for a premises licence to launch a new independent wine merchant and host pre-booked tasting sessions on Grape Lane in Whitby.

A new national programme providing bespoke health support and funded research for firefighters has been welcomed by local leaders across North Yorkshire.

Campaigners and politicians have celebrated the preliminary refusal of a controversial gas drilling rig near Scarborough, but developer Europa Oil & Gas has vowed to appeal the decision.

Alison Hume has called for an independent national regulator after revealing that severe delays and failing NHS-contracted wheelchair services are leaving local residents trapped in their own homes.

The North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has seen a rise in overall incidents and appliance deployments over the past year, largely driven by an increase in secondary fires and false alarms.

Papas Fish and Chips has submitted a licensing application to return to its former location on Baxtergate in Whitby following the departure of a major burger chain.

Residents are being urged to register their vehicles as new rules for accessing North Yorkshire's household waste recycling centres come into force today.

The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Sir Chris Whitty, has visited the East Riding, including Driffield, to research health and wellbeing in rural communities for his upcoming annual report.

The Seadogs will travel to the Peak District on Tuesday night for a National North play-off quarter final.

This was the most popular 0-0 draw Whitby have ever forced at the Towbar Express Stadium.

Nearly a hundred volunteers have collaborated on a giant mystery painting to raise money for the maintenance of three historic Yorkshire Coast churches.

Brid are back in Yorkshire One at the first attempt.

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The Seasiders hammered bottom club Brighouse to climb the NPL East table on the final day of the season.

Councillors on North Yorkshire's Strategic Planning committee have voted to reject plans for a gas drilling rig at Burniston.

Scarborough's South Bay is hosting the Yorkshire Cup Regatta this weekend, featuring a diverse fleet of fifteen boats competing under a unique handicap system.

Over 180 juvenile white-clawed crayfish have been successfully released into a North Yorkshire beck after being raised at the county's first dedicated hatchery.

Bridlington MP Charlie Dewhirst has expressed his deep disappointment over plans to close the Bridlington Care Unit in June 2026 and is taking a petition to Parliament.

North Yorkshire Police's Operation Tornado has resulted in twelve arrests, multiple vehicle seizures, and a multi-agency effort to protect marine wildlife along the Scarborough coast.

A 34-year-old man from Wales has been sentenced to over three years in prison after police uncovered his Whitby drug-dealing operation through text messages following a traffic collision.

North Yorkshire Council is asking residents and businesses to help shape new proposals to bring long-term vacant properties back into use in Scarborough town centre.

Our senior sides are all in action after a re-shaping of the local leagues.

Applications are now open for paid face-to-face fundraising roles with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution in locations including Scarborough, Whitby, Filey, and Bridlington.

Whitby Town are preparing for a crucial clash against Cleethorpes Town this Saturday, where a single point will secure their survival in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division.

North Yorkshire Council's strategic planning committee will meet on Friday to decide on controversial plans for a new gas drilling rig in Burniston near Scarborough.

Louise Brown from Bridlington is walking 1,500 miles to raise funds for Saint Catherine’s Hospice in memory of her dear friend and army veteran, Ray Francis MBE.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a stark warning about the risk of wildfires on the moors, urging the public to avoid using naked flames following last summer's devastating Langdale Moor blaze.

Scarborough Athletic travel to Bedford Town this Saturday for the final game of the season with a National League North play-off place firmly in their own hands.

North Yorkshire Council has paused its £8m electric vehicle charger roll-out to review its approach due to market changes, prompting calls from local councillors to speed up the delivery of crucial charging infrastructure.

Whitby Town has announced the appointment of Paul Walker as its new Secretary, bringing decades of football, administrative, and grassroots experience to the Yorkshire Coast club.

Aaron Padgham is taking on the London Marathon to raise £2,500 for Dementia UK to support families affected by the condition across the region.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is marking Earth Day by highlighting local renewable energy and environmental projects, including solar carports at leisure centres in Bridlington, Hornsea, and Driffield.

The NHS has released a detailed briefing regarding the planned closure of the care unit at Bridlington Hospital, citing a shift towards community-based care and the withdrawal of pandemic-era funding.

A Bridlington councillor has warned that a proposed visitor levy on overnight stays could cause reputational damage and complex operational challenges for the local hospitality sector.

North Yorkshire Police are inviting the community to a special event on Marine Drive this Wednesday to learn how to protect Scarborough's coastal wildlife.

North Yorkshire Police has been praised for its leadership, safeguarding, and crime prevention in a new national report, though inspectors noted improvements are needed in its custody environments.

North Yorkshire Council has approved plans to introduce a standard 40p entry fee for public toilets across the county to help fund an improvement programme.

Whitby Town's coach and captain are urging fans to fill the Towbar Express Stadium this Saturday for a crucial, do-or-die fixture against Cleethorpes as the club battles to avoid relegation from the NPL Premier.

Alison Hume MP has joined passengers on a special train service designed to support people living with dementia and their carers along the picturesque Esk Valley line.

Scarborough Athletic travel to Bedford Town on Saturday knowing a victory will guarantee them a place in the National League North promotion play-offs.

Young brass musicians from Year 3 upwards are being invited to join a newly formed East Riding of Yorkshire Youth Band following a successful music event.

East Riding Councillors have voiced strong opposition to a proposed visitor levy, warning it could damage the local hospitality sector and deter tourists.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has passed a motion to support the nomination of the region's rare chalk streams as a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site and to demand stronger national protections against pollution and over-abstraction.

Scarborough Town Council has revealed the twenty-four local organisations set to benefit from its 2025/26 Community Grant Award Scheme.

A million-pound investment in solar technology is set to slash running costs and carbon emissions at key community facilities across the Yorkshire Coast, including sites in Scarborough and Whitby.

A North Yorkshire military museum has announced its full calendar of immersive events and living history weekends for the 2026 season alongside new ticket pricing.

Community groups across North Yorkshire have just days left to apply for up to £30,000 from a funding pot aimed at enhancing local safety and early intervention projects.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is investing £3.5 million in a massive spring and summer road surface dressing programme designed to protect against potholes.

An abandoned Peugeot 107 believed to have been pushed over a cliff in Withernsea has been winched to safety by the local council.

It's the final day of the rugby season for two of our Yorkshire Coast sides- Brid have a target in mind.

The Seasiders welcome Brighouse to the Mounting Systems Stadium.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has recorded an eight per cent reduction in dwelling fires over the last two years, driven by a significant increase in community prevention work.

A Driffield electrician is urging households to check their electrical safety habits as new research reveals a widespread lack of basic DIY skills and dangerous practices.

North Yorkshire Council has launched its annual Community Awards with two new categories to celebrate the region's dedicated volunteers and local organisations.

East Riding Council has expressed its sincere appreciation for the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust as the conservation charity prepares to mark its eightieth anniversary with a series of special events this May.

Scarborough Mayor Thomas Murray will join veterans and residents for a special St George's Day Armed Forces Church Parade at St Andrew's URC on Sunday, 26 April.

The Seadogs came from behind to beat a promotion rival but aren't certain of a place in the National North play-offs yet.

Denny Ingram has challenged the club's players to change things ahead of a make or break final weekend of the NPL Premier season.

Brid beat Ripon and the leaders slipping up means they could yet take the title but the promotion race from Yorkshire 2 is two from three.

Fans of science fiction, fantasy, and the paranormal are preparing to descend on the Yorkshire Coast this weekend as Sci-Fi Scarborough returns for its twelfth consecutive year.

Bridlington Town continue their fine form in NPL East but left it late in Northumberland.

North Yorkshire Council's new requirement for residents to register their vehicles before using household waste recycling centres has sparked widespread concerns about a potential surge in fly-tipping.

Three creative projects in Scarborough and Whitby will share a portion of a £2.3 million fund designed to regenerate local high streets and boost economic growth on the Yorkshire Coast.

Campaigners from Frack Free Coastal Communities are urging residents to join a protest outside Scarborough Town Hall on April 24th to oppose controversial plans for a gas drilling rig in Burniston.

A record 96 per cent of families in North Yorkshire have successfully secured their first-choice primary school for September 2026.

An eight-year review has revealed that a Maritime and Coastguard Agency funding programme for seafarer training contributes more than £500 million to the UK economy.

Yorkshire Water and the Environment Agency are rolling out a £150 million investment and advanced monitoring technology to tackle the persistent bathing water quality issues in Scarborough.

North Yorkshire Police has highlighted the vital role and thousands of hours contributed by volunteers, including those in Scarborough, to help keep communities safe.

A new vehicle registration scheme will launch at North Yorkshire's household waste recycling centres on April 27 to ensure the service is used fairly by residents and to save taxpayers up to £400,000 a year.

Ninety-five per cent of children in the East Riding have been offered a place at their first-choice primary school for the upcoming academic year.

Revised plans have been unveiled for a 500MW solar project near Beverley, now named Clean Air Solar Farm, which aims to power approximately 160,000 UK homes.

York Magistrates Court has granted a three-month partial closure order for a property on Regent Street in Scarborough to tackle anti-social behaviour while safeguarding the resident.

Scarborough's historic Stephen Joseph Theatre has been awarded a massive £2.7 million investment to fix its leaking roof and completely revamp the McCarthy auditorium.

Two new NHS dental contracts worth over £6 million have been awarded in Bridlington, promising to double the town's current dental capacity and tackle its reputation as a 'dental desert'.

Saint Cecilia's Care Group is hosting a free drop-in advice session in Scarborough to help residents navigate dementia care, financial support, and respite services.

Scarborough Athletic manager Jono Greening is urging supporters to back the team as they face National North play-off rivals Merthyr Town at the Mounting Systems Stadium in Bridlington this Saturday.

Burton Constable Hall has been awarded a significant grant of £242,000 from Arts Council England to safeguard its iconic architectural cupolas.

A campaign is growing to keep North Yorkshire's public toilets free of charge, despite council plans to introduce a usage fee to help fund a major improvement programme.

Three local charities, including Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary, will share a £46,000 donation thanks to a Woodsmith Project initiative that links safe working practices to community support.

North Yorkshire Council has announced a road restriction on the A171 near Hawsker for essential highway maintenance.

Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre is among several Yorkshire Coast venues to receive a share of a multi-million-pound government investment to improve access to arts and culture.

Whitby Town coach Denny Ingram says the team's sole focus is on securing NPL Premier Division survival as they prepare for a vital away trip to Leek Town this Saturday.

The Bridlington Health Forum has expressed deep disappointment and concern over the proposed closure of a care unit at Bridlington Hospital, warning it could increase pressures on Scarborough Hospital.

Yorkshire Water has announced the creation of a new dedicated bathing water quality team, with a particular emphasis on beaches in and around Scarborough.

New statistics reveal that RNLI lifeboat crews in Scarborough and Whitby launched over one hundred times combined last year, as the charity issues its annual Mayday fundraising call.

North Yorkshire Council is set to consider a new strategy for its public toilet network, which could see a standard entry fee of 40p or 50p introduced alongside a major modernisation programme.

The Friendship Amateur Rowing Club in Whitby has raised over £1,500 for WHISH by rowing a staggering 888,806 metres on indoor machines to support children with disabilities and hidden impairments.

Proposals to close a social care facility at Bridlington Hospital have drawn heavy criticism from unions, health campaigners, and local councillors who say they were not consulted on the plans.

North Yorkshire Council has initiated legal proceedings against the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority over a budget decision that leaders claim will cost the county £20 million in road repair funding.

Hundreds of families enjoyed a weekend-long celebration of global cuisine and local produce as the Scarborough Food and Drink Festival returned for its second year.

Scarborough-based Dale Power Solutions has opened a significantly larger, purpose-built facility in St Albans to serve as a strategic hub for its commercial power supply division across the South of England.

North Yorkshire Police has reported a major reduction in emergency and non-emergency call answering times, transforming its national ranking despite a surge in public demand.

Yorkshire Water has addressed concerns regarding bathing water quality in Scarborough and Scalby, explaining that false spill readings on their real-time map are sometimes caused by spiders' webs and dust in underground sensors.

An 18-year-old man has appeared in court charged with wounding with intent and possessing an offensive weapon following a serious assault in Scarborough.

A 33-year-old man has been arrested and released on bail following a burglary in the Eastfield area of Scarborough where an e-bike and a games console were stolen.

North Yorkshire Police are planning to introduce Live Facial Recognition technology to tackle serious crime, prompting the Deputy Mayor to seek assurances over civil liberties.

Officials have committed to continuing Scarborough's bathing water quality summits, highlighting the need for ongoing political scrutiny and investment to tackle pollution from multiple sources along the Yorkshire Coast.

North Yorkshire Police have reported a 3.7 per cent decrease in overall crime, alongside an increase in the proportion of recorded crimes resulting in an arrest.

Visit England is encouraging more British holidaymakers to take their breaks at home after revealing that coastal tourism in the country has fallen by ten percent over the past year.

Yorkshire Water and researchers are investigating the use of seaweed aquaculture and aquatic plants to absorb excess pollution and improve bathing water quality in Scarborough.

North Yorkshire Council is exploring tighter controls, including a potential public space protection order, to manage unregulated Bonfire Night activities on Scarborough's North Bay.

The Bob Smith Spring Cup brings elite motorcycle racing back to Oliver's Mount in Scarborough this weekend, featuring next-generation supersport bikes and top riders.

Campaigners are pushing for year-round bathing water sampling in Scarborough to support a proposed tidal sea pool, while the Environment Agency awaits government funding to extend the testing season.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a distressing video circulated on social media showing a man kicking a dog on Northway in Scarborough.

A 52-year-old man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries following a collision between a moped and a car on the B1249 in Langtoft.

The aftermath of Storm Dave has caused significant travel disruption across the region, with fallen trees blocking the railway line between Scarborough and York, throughout the morning, alongside several local roads.

Easter Monday's annual six-mile Scalby Charity Walk is set to bring around two hundred participants together to enjoy local villages and pubs while raising money for Futureworks.

A year-long exhibition has opened to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the discovery of Scarborough's spring water, exploring the town's history as the first seaside resort and its deep maritime connections.

A charity football match will take place this Easter Sunday at Pindar Leisure Centre to raise vital funds for Motor Neurone Disease research.

Bridlington Town secured a resounding 7-0 victory against Blyth Town at the Mounting Systems Stadium, with Ben Farrar and Ahmed Salam both netting twice in a completely dominant display.