Yorkshire Coast News

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Taxpayer Millions At Risk In Brunswick Centre Regeneration, Warns Scarborough Mayor
Scarborough's mayor is demanding stricter scrutiny of an £18.5 million public funding package for the Brunswick Centre redevelopment, warning that millions could be lost if the project collapses.
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PM Asked to Support Calls for a Dedicated Coastal Minister
Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has asked the PM to support calls for a new Minister for Coastal Communities.
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New Faces For Neighbourhood Board as £19.5m Scarborough Investment Progresses
A ten-year investment programme worth £19.5 million is moving into its practical phase in Scarborough, guided by six newly appointed community representatives.
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Popular Whitby Lifeboat Calendar Returns For A Fourth Year To Fund Lifesaving Kit
A charity calendar that has already raised over £18,000 for volunteer lifeboat crews is returning to Whitby for its fourth consecutive year.
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Scarborough Residents Urged To Prioritise Safety Ahead Of Bonfire Night
Safety experts are hosting a drop-in event in Scarborough to help residents reduce firework injuries and antisocial behaviour this Bonfire Night.
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Young Artists In Whitby To Benefit From £11,130 Education Grant
Young people across Whitby will benefit from a new art education programme after Pannett Art Gallery secured an £11,130 grant to develop free, curriculum-linked resources.
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Scarborough's Brunswick Centre Redevelopment Will Take Three Years To Deliver Even With £18.5m Public Funding
A multi-million-pound transformation of Scarborough's vacant Brunswick Centre into a major leisure destination will take until mid-2029 to open as complex funding and tenant agreements are negotiated ahead of building works.
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Dementia-Friendly Train Service Secures Funding Boost Ahead of Next Whitby Excursion
A dedicated train service supporting people living with dementia and their carers has received a £1,000 financial boost ahead of its next departure from Whitby.
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Urgent Action Demanded On Social Care Following Covid Inquiry Findings
A Scarborough care leader has warned that social care remains dangerously vulnerable to another pandemic unless the Government acts urgently on the findings of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.
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Female Manikins Introduced To CPR Training To Close Cardiac Arrest Survival Gap
Survival rates for women suffering cardiac arrests could improve as new female manikins are introduced to CPR training sessions across Yorkshire to overcome public hesitation.
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Government Says Boulby Dark Matter Experiment Would Require Additional Funding
Ministers have confirmed that securing the prestigious XLZD dark matter experiment for the Boulby Underground Laboratory in North Yorkshire will require extra government funding beyond current budgets.
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A £3.5 Million Sea Cadet Training Centre Will Transform Filey's Southdene Pavilion Site
A century-old pavilion in Filey will be demolished to make way for a £3.5 million state-of-the-art Sea Cadet training centre featuring 48-bed dormitories and community spaces.
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Mayor Wants More Coastal Trains But Admits Funding Is Limited
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith says he wants to see further improvements to coastal rail services but is reliant on government intervention due to limited local funding.
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Flood Alert Issued For Bridlington As Strong Winds And Large Waves Expected
Coastal roads, footpaths, and car parks between Bridlington and Barmston face possible flooding today due to strong winds and rough seas.
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£18.5 Million Public Funding Package Proposed For Scarborough's Brunswick Centre Redevelopment
North Yorkshire Council is set to consider an £18.5 million public funding package to transform Scarborough's vacant Brunswick Centre into a major leisure and entertainment destination.
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Police Investigate East Yorkshire Mayor Over Cyberflashing Allegations
Hull and East Yorkshire's elected mayor is facing calls to step aside amid a police investigation into claims he showed naked images of himself to a colleague.
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£7.9m Coastline Monitoring Scheme Moves Forward Despite Funding Uncertainty
North Yorkshire Council is advancing the procurement of a £7.9 million coastal monitoring programme to prevent the loss of crucial erosion and flooding data, despite awaiting formal government funding approval.
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October Half Term Flights Saved as Leeds Bradford Airport Strikes Suspended
Thousands of passengers travelling through Leeds Bradford Airport over the October half term will face no disruption after planned strikes by more than 130 workers were suspended for fresh pay talks.
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Yorkshire Coast Holiday Park Eyes Month-Long Season Extension
Haven has submitted plans to open Primrose Valley Holiday Park a month earlier each year, aiming to boost winter tourism and support local jobs on the Yorkshire coast.
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Bridlington Woman Receives Fast-Tracked Home Adaptations Following MND Diagnosis
An East Yorkshire woman with Motor Neurone Disease has had her vital home adaptations fast-tracked within weeks, following a new council policy to accelerate support for progressive terminal conditions.
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Councillor Warns Scarborough Risks Becoming 'Blackpool Two Point Zero' Amid Rising Anti-Social Behaviour
Warnings have been issued that Scarborough is taking more than its fair share of vulnerable people, leading to a rise in anti-social behaviour and concerns about the town's future.
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Yorkshire Water Say Major Upgrades Set To Dramatically Reduce Coastal Spills
Dozens of new infrastructure projects are underway across Scarborough and Whitby to significantly reduce storm water discharges into the sea and improve local bathing waters.
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Daytime Closures Begin On Major Route Into Whitby For Annual Maintenance
Motorists and pedestrians face disruption as Blue Bank on the A169 closes during daytime hours for a five-day annual maintenance programme.
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Plans Lodged to Halt Embankment Failure Putting Whitby Road at Risk
Emergency stabilisation plans have been submitted by the Mulgrave Estate to prevent a crumbling embankment from collapsing beneath Sandsend Valley Road near Whitby.
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150 New Pickering Homes Could Make River Sewage Pollution ‘Inevitable’
Plans to build 150 new homes in Pickering face strong opposition from the town council and Yorkshire Water over fears the development will overwhelm the local sewerage network and cause illegal river pollution.
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Mayor Calls for Government Decision As East Yorkshire Gas Facility Nears Closure
There are fears that national energy supplies and hundreds of local jobs are at risk as the UK's largest gas storage facility off the East Yorkshire coast faces closure without urgent government intervention.
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Construction Starts On Affordable Homes Funded By Second Homes Tax Premium
Construction has started on twenty-six new affordable homes in Hunmanby and Shipton by Beningbrough, funded by a council tax premium on second properties.
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Swatted Away: Scarborough Athletic Ground The Hornets With Professional 2-0 Away Win
Scarborough Athletic scored a goal in each half, and saved a penalty, to rise like the tide FIVE places up National League North!
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Millions In Additional Funding Secured For North Yorkshire Following Devolution Deal
Affordable housing, improved public transport, and adult skills training will be delivered across the region as the benefits of devolution bring additional government funding to parts of the Yorkshire Coast.
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Whitby Area Mine Bids To Host Billion-Dollar Dark Matter Experiment
A billion-dollar dark matter experiment could bring hundreds of millions of pounds to the national and local economy if an underground laboratory near Whitby is chosen to host the project.
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Council Warns Of Bridlington Delays In Coming Weeks
Utility works by Openreach means Blenheim Road, close to the centre of Bridlington, will be closed on November 4th.
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Prevention-First Approach Support Thousands and Helps Reduce Crime Across North Yorkshire
Thousands of residents across North Yorkshire are benefiting from support services designed to prevent harm, improve wellbeing and create safer communities, according to a report presented to the Police, Fire and Crime Panel.
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Primrose Valley Expansion Request
Thousands more holidaymakers could descend on the Yorkshire coast in winter under plans to open one of the country’s biggest holiday parks a month earlier.
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Scarborough Care Home Community Raises Funds Following Colleague's Cancer Diagnosis
Residents and staff at a Scarborough care home have raised £270 for Breast Cancer Now to support a colleague undergoing treatment for stage three breast cancer.
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Mini Recycling Centre Closure Concerns in North Yorkshire
Mini recycling centres in North Yorkshire could face closure as the council considers whether the facilities are still needed following improvements to household recycling collections.
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Whitby Town Win Again As Spike Effect Continues
Manager Graeme 'Spike' Lee is now three unbeaten as Whitby Town saw off play-off chasing Curzon Ashton 1-0.
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Brid Held in Yorkshire Derby
Bridlington Town had to settle for a point at Pontefract Collieries after an entertaining contest at The Hunters Stadium, with both sides having opportunities to claim all three points.
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Scarborough Success On Busy Yorkshire Coast Rugby Day
Boro enjoyed a win at Silver Royd on Saturday.
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Pickering Town Pick Up Parkgate Point
Pikes were held 1-1 in South Yorkshire on Saturday.
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Scarborough Athletic's Home Ground Renamed Moneyweb Stadium in Five-Year Deal
Scarborough Athletic's home ground has been officially renamed the Moneyweb Stadium after the fan-owned club secured a five-year naming rights partnership to help fund its long-term future.
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Proposed North Yorkshire Holiday Levy Must Target Short-Term Lets and Second Homes
A proposed tourist tax in North Yorkshire must include short-term holiday lets to avoid unfairly penalising struggling hotels and displacing local residents, according to a Whitby councillor.
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York and Scarborough Hospitals Face Significant Bed Shortages This Winter
NHS leaders warn that York and Scarborough hospitals could face a combined shortfall of dozens of beds this winter as emergency department wait times rise and social care capacity struggles to meet discharge demands.
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Whitby Public Toilets Could Return to Council Control Under New Plans
Whitby Town Council is exploring plans to bring its public toilets back under direct in-house control to save money and improve standards following years of financial losses.
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Top Honours Awarded To Whitby And Pickering Community Groups Supporting Young People
Organisations dedicated to improving the lives of children with additional needs in Whitby and Pickering have scooped top prizes at a regional community awards ceremony.
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Leeds United Academy Star Joins Scarborough Athletic On Loan
Scarborough Athletic have signed attacking Leeds United Youth Player Harvey Vincent on a short-term loan deal.
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Yorkshire Coast Schoolchildren Learn Life-Saving CPR
Thousands of students across the Yorkshire Coast are learning essential CPR skills as part of a campaign to double cardiac arrest survival rates.
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More Than 100 Suspected Weapons Seized During 24-Hour Coastal Crackdown
Over 100 suspected illegal weapons and quantities of Class A drugs have been taken off the streets following a major 24-hour police crackdown across the Yorkshire Coast.
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Investors to Visit Scarborough on Fireworks Night to Spark Town Regeneration
Private investors will visit Scarborough on Bonfire Night to view regeneration opportunities ahead of the launch of the country's first coastal Mayoral Development Zone.
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£2 Million Contract Awarded For Scarborough Station Transformation
North Yorkshire Council has approved a £2 million construction contract to begin work on the £6.68 million Scarborough Station Gateway project in January 2027.
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Whitby Town Council Vows To Learn From Historic Mistakes After Borrowing £70k From Art Gallery Reserves
Whitby Town Council has promised to make lasting improvements after an independent review revealed it borrowed £70,000 from the Pannett Art Gallery's reserves during a recent cash flow crisis.
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Double National Award Success for New Scarborough Mental Health Centre
A Scarborough mental health charity has secured double national recognition for its community work just weeks before opening a much-needed third centre in the town.
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Protected Species Almost Held Up Filey Holiday Park Development
North Yorkshire Council has approved new gas storage tanks at Primrose Valley Holiday Village after developers proved the local population of protected great crested newts could be safely conserved.
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Search Begins for £170k Chief Executive at Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority
A recruitment drive has been launched to find a new chief executive for the Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority, offering a salary of up to £170,000 to lead the region's economic and strategic future.
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Scarborough Mayoral Development Zone to Launch Next Month
Scarborough will launch as the country's first coastal Mayoral Development Zone in November to unlock millions of pounds for town centre regeneration, housing, and jobs.
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Beach Water Quality Plans To Be Drawn Up Following Partnership Meeting
Detailed action plans for every Yorkshire Coast beach will be developed this November following the inaugural meeting of the renewed Yorkshire Bathing Water Partnership.
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Bronze Replicas Of Whitby's Famous Whalebone Arch To Be Cast Next Month
Whitby's iconic whalebone arch is a step closer to returning to West Cliff as work gets under way to cast permanent bronze replicas of the historic landmark.
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Bridlington Town Secure Deserved 1-0 Away Victory Over Stocksbridge Park Steels
Bridlington Town produced a dominant away performance to secure a 1-0 victory against Stocksbridge Park Steels, thanks to a second-half own goal.
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Thousands Of Coast Schoolchildren Discover Offshore Wind Careers As New Maritime Cluster Launches
Thousands of local schoolchildren are being introduced to career opportunities at the world's largest offshore wind farm following the launch of a new maritime and renewables cluster on the Yorkshire Coast.
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Patient Care Gets £400 Boost From Scarborough Seniors Golf Day
Patient care at a local hospice has received a £400 funding boost following a successful seniors golf competition in Scarborough.
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Town Centre Defibrillator and Bleed Kit Approved in Scarborough as Part of National Programme
Nationwide Building Society has been granted permission to install a 24/7 public access defibrillator and bleed control kit outside its Westborough branch in Scarborough.
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Whitby Town Council Physically Ran Out of Money and Borrowed Charity Cash, Report Finds
An independent investigation has revealed that Whitby Town Council depleted its funds and borrowed tens of thousands of pounds from a local charity's reserves without public explanation to pay its bills.
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Five Councillors Quit Whitby Town Council as Probe Finds Sustained Pattern of Inappropriate Conduct
Two Whitby town councillors accused of unacceptable behaviour towards staff have resigned ahead of a meeting to discuss an independent investigation, alongside three other councillors who stepped down the same day.
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Calls Grow For Stricter Planning Controls On Scarborough Shared Housing
Scarborough Town Council is urging North Yorkshire Council to introduce new planning rules to prevent family homes from being converted into shared accommodation without permission.
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Scarborough Patients Facing Longer Emergency Department Waits Than York
The proportion of patients waiting more than 12 hours in emergency departments at York and Scarborough hospitals has more than doubled since April, with Scarborough facing particularly severe delays due to staff shortages.
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Mayor Pushes For Coordinated British Bus Buying
Action is being taken to ensure major bus orders by larger regions do not push the Yorkshire Coast down the waiting list for new British-built vehicles.
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Whitby Grandfather Quits Smoking After 65 Years and Saves Enough for an Electric Car
A seventy-nine-year-old Whitby man who smoked for more than six decades has successfully quit the habit, dramatically improving his health and saving enough money to help buy a new electric car.
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Half-Term Flights Face Disruption Threat Despite Halt To Air Traffic Control Strikes
Air traffic controllers at Leeds Bradford Airport have paused a planned weekend strike to vote on a new pay offer, but half-term holidaymakers still face potential disruption from hourly-paid staff.
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Man Arrested Following Knife Incident in Scarborough Town Centre
A 39-year-old man remains in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of possessing a bladed article following reports of threats near the Rotunda Museum in Scarborough.
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A64 Bottleneck Will Strangle Coastal Transport Improvements, Councillor Warns
Transport improvements on the Yorkshire Coast will fail to deliver faster journey times unless the A64 is upgraded, a local councillor has warned.
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Seven Scarborough And Whitby Schools Selected For Extracurricular Boost
Young people across Scarborough and Whitby will gain access to more extracurricular activities after seven local schools were invited to join a multi-million-pound government programme.
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Major Route Into Whitby To Close For Annual Maintenance Next Week
The A169 Blue Bank will be closed during daytime hours for five days from Monday, 19 October, to allow for annual maintenance works.
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Bridlington And Scarborough Lifeboat Crews To Feature In National Television Documentary
A dramatic rescue carried out by Bridlington and Scarborough lifeboat volunteers during Storm Amy will be broadcast on national television on Tuesday.
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Whitby Town Face Coast To Coast Journey For Workington Clash Under New Manager
Whitby Town will make the long trip to Workington this Tuesday night for new manager Graeme Lee's first away match in charge.
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Thousands Of New Homes Planned For The Yorkshire Coast In Major Housing Partnership
More than 5,400 potential new homes across East Yorkshire, including major sites in Bridlington and Driffield, are set to be unlocked through a new strategic partnership.
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One Thousand Free Books Will Appear In Whitby Fish And Chip Shops To Inspire New Readers
One thousand free, accessible books will be distributed across Whitby in everyday locations like bus shelters and fish and chip shops to help people rediscover the joy of reading.
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Primary School Admissions Open For September 2027
Parents and carers in North Yorkshire can now submit primary school applications for children starting in September 2027.
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Approval Granted For Long-Promised Bridge At Major Scarborough Housing Development
A long-delayed pedestrian and cycle bridge linking the High Mill housing development in Scalby with Newby is finally set to be built following the approval of the project's final phase.
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Scarborough Station Multi-Million-Pound Revamp to Start Early Next Year
The area surrounding Scarborough railway station will undergo a major £6.68 million transformation starting early next year following the approval of new planning proposals.
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Daily Life In Whitby Disrupted By Parking Problems As Mayor Seeks Assurances
Residents in Whitby are struggling to go about their daily lives due to problem parking, prompting the town's mayor to seek assurances from North Yorkshire Council against future parking meters.
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Scarborough Tramway Battles Closure Confusion Over Spa Cliff Lift
Visitors to Scarborough are cancelling plans due to mistaken reports that the Central Tramway is closed, following confusion with the town's separate Spa Cliff Lift.
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Four Rescued In Major Multi-Agency Operation At Thornwick Bay
Three casualties were extracted by lifeboat and helicopter after becoming trapped by the tide and struggling in difficult conditions at Thornwick Bay on Saturday.
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Major Scarborough Station Revamp Gets The Green Light Following Safety Revisions
A substantial redevelopment of Scarborough Station will go ahead after revised plans addressing pedestrian safety and passenger drop-off concerns were approved by local councillors.
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Demand For Home Education And Forest Schools Surges In The East Riding
Rising numbers of families in the East Riding are choosing to educate their children at home and in outdoor forest schools as parents seek flexible alternatives to mainstream education.
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New Canine Exercise Field For East Riding
A new exercise field for dogs is coming to East Yorkshire.
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Hollym Pub Change Approved By Planners
An outdoor storage building is now a bar that will be used for events, after East Riding Council granted planning permission for change of use.
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Infrastructure Fears Grow Over Plans For Thousands Of Cayton Homes
Concerns over a lack of medical and transport infrastructure have been raised as plans progress for thousands of new homes in Cayton.
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Major Expansion Approved For Scarborough Rugby Club Overturning Refusal Recommendation
Scarborough Rugby Union Football Club's major expansion, including a new 3G pitch and padel courts, has been unanimously approved by councillors despite an initial recommendation for refusal over landscape concerns.
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Veteran Yorkshire Coast Councillor David Jeffels Announces Retirement After 53 Years of Service
One of the country's longest-serving councillors, 82-year-old David Jeffels, will step down next May after an unprecedented 53-year career in local government representing the Derwent Valley and Moor.
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Scarborough Athletic Slump To Defeat in Lancashire
Boro were well beaten at Radcliffe in National North, on Saturday.
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Lee Tightens Whitby Defence In First Match
Somehow the two most generous defences in NPL Premier conjured up a goal-less draw, Whitby Town holding Bamber Bridge, in Graeme Lee's debut as Whitby boss, on the Yorkshire Coast.
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Whitby Petrol Station Could Sell Beer and Wine From 6am
An Esso service station in Whitby has applied for a premises licence that would allow it to sell alcohol from 6am to 11pm, seven days a week.
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Yorkshire Coast Rugby Round Up
Scarborough were beaten on their travels in North East 1 on Saturday.
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Bridlington Town Hold Highflyers
The contest took time to spark into life, with a cautious opening half-hour yielding few clear-cut opportunities for either side as both midfield battlelines held firm.
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Pickering Town Stunned in Cumbria
Pikes exited the FA Vase after a thumping in the North West.
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Police Confirm Body of Man Found At Scalby Beck
On Thursday morning, police in Scarborough received a call from a member of the public reporting that they had come across a body in a wooded area near Scalby Beck in Scarborough.
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Free Street Entertainment Returns to Scarborough Town Centre This Weekend
Free magic shows, walkabout comedy acts, and a community parade will entertain residents as the autumn edition of Scarborough Streets arrives this weekend.
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Millions In Funding To Boost High Streets And Support Families Across The Yorkshire Coast
High streets, sports access, and early years support are set to benefit from millions of pounds in regional funding announced by North Yorkshire's Mayor.
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Serious Collision Closes A64 In Both Directions Near Malton
Motorists are facing heavy delays and diversions following a serious collision that has closed the A64 in both directions between York and Malton.
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Scarborough Software Developers Shortlisted For Two Yorkshire Tech Awards
A seven-person software company based in Scarborough has reached the finals in two categories at the Yorkshire Tech Awards 2026 following a year of major artificial intelligence integration.
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Vital Swimming Activities For Disabled People Prompt Three Thousand Pound Funding Appeal
A Scarborough charity has launched its annual fundraising appeal to cover the specialist insurance needed to keep its inclusive swimming sessions running.
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Mayor Joins India Trade Mission as Leaders Target £170m Boost for Yorkshire
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is joining a major Northern delegation to India to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for the region.
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Bridlington Property Boarded Up After Persistent Antisocial Behaviour
Neighbours will finally get some peace after a problem property in Bridlington was ordered to close following a string of antisocial behaviour complaints.
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Alpamare Waterpark Buyer Lined Up As Council Approves 99-Year Parking Deal
A preferred bidder has been identified for the sale of Scarborough's Alpamare waterpark, alongside a 99-year peppercorn lease for its adjoining car park.
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No Water Restrictions Planned As Yorkshire Enters Drought Status
Water supplies will remain uninterrupted without customer restrictions despite Yorkshire officially moving into drought status following prolonged dry weather.
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Proposed Visitor Levy Won't Cause Unemployment, Mayor Says
A proposed overnight visitor levy could fund vital coastal regeneration projects and transport improvements across Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey, despite concerns it could burden hospitality businesses.
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Short-Term Fixes Explored To Reopen Scarborough Spa Cliff Lift
A short-term strategy is being developed to see if Scarborough Spa's historic cliff lift can safely reopen following its sudden closure in August.
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Solar Panels Will Cut Bills At Scarborough And Whitby Community Sites
Three key community sites across Scarborough and Whitby will install solar panels to cut energy bills and reinvest the savings into frontline services.
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North Yorkshire's Second Homes Tax to Face Scrutiny Review
A controversial 100 per cent council tax premium on second homes in North Yorkshire will face a special committee review following a petition by campaigners demanding a full impact assessment.
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Councillors to Challenge NHS Over 'Scandalous' End-of-Life Care Governance in York and North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire councillors are set to demand answers from NHS chiefs over the "scandalous" lack of funding and governance for local hospice and end-of-life care.
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Calls Grow To Raise VAT Threshold Ahead Of Proposed Visitor Levy
More smaller accommodation providers on the Yorkshire Coast could close for the winter unless the national VAT threshold according to local councillors.
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Could Reconnecting Whitby to York by Rail Solve Coastal Transport Issues?
Calls for major railway investments to reconnect Whitby and Pickering are growing as the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire brings a draft transport plan to the coast on Wednesday.
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Residents Invited To Shape Eastfield's Future At Drop-In Event
People living and working in Eastfield are being urged to attend a drop-in session on Thursday 8th October to help shape how a £3.2 million grant and future regeneration funds will be spent in the rapidly expanding town.
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Call for East Yorkshire Parents to Boost Early Development Skills Before Primary School Reception
East Yorkshire parents are being urged to utilize local Family Hubs to help ensure their children are fully prepared for their first year of primary school.
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£1m Rail Investment At Risk If Major Station Gateway Plans Are Rejected
A £1 million investment for Scarborough's railway station could be jeopardised if councillors reject the revised Station Gateway redevelopment plans.
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Yorkshire Flights Face Disruption As Airport Workers Announce Weekend Strike Action
Almost 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport will walk out over a pay dispute in mid-October, though airport bosses anticipate running near-normal operations.
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Holiday Parks Pledge Monthly Funding To Secure Future Of The Rainbow Centre
Two major holiday parks have committed to providing a regular monthly income to The Rainbow Centre to help secure the long-term sustainability of its community services.
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Whitby Cliff Lift Repair Report Expected This Month
A draft report detailing the repair costs for Whitby's historic cliff lift is expected by the end of October, as regional leaders await a formal business case to provide funding.
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Scarborough To London Direct Train Could Return As MP Fights For Better Rail Services
Scarborough and Whitby commuters will see continued efforts to improve inadequate train timetables, including a potential direct service to London.
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Experienced Manager Graeme Lee Takes Charge At Whitby Town
A veteran football manager with deep family ties to the club will lead Whitby Town into their weekend fixture against Bamber Bridge.
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FA Cup Heartbreak For Scarborough Athletic After Extra Time Defeat
Scarborough Athletic's FA Cup journey has ended following a tense two-one defeat to Macclesfield in an extra-time replay.
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Whitby Town Suffer Heavy Home Defeat Against Gainsborough Trinity
Whitby Town faced a challenging evening at the Towbar Express Stadium as they fell to a 6-2 defeat against Gainsborough Trinity in the Northern Premier League.
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Grand Hotel Included In Wider South Bay Bathing Water Study
Scarborough’s Grand Hotel is part of a multi-agency investigation exploring potential sources of bacteria affecting the bathing water quality at South Bay.
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Final £400,000 Needed To Equip New Lifesaving Yorkshire Air Ambulance Base
A major fundraising drive is underway to secure the final £400,000 needed to equip a purpose-built, £9 million permanent home for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance's northern operations.
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Health and Dementia Support on the North Yorkshire Coast to Benefit From New Research Grants
Health and wellbeing services for coastal communities will be explored and improved after two local organisations secured community research funding.
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McCain Report Finds Farmers Face Mounting Uncertainty Amid Rising Costs And Extreme Weather
More than eight in ten farmers say policy uncertainty and extreme weather are making it nearly impossible to plan for the future of British agriculture, according to a new report published in Scarborough.
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Scarborough and Whitby MP "Frustrated" with Own Government Over Fracking Loophole
Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has expressed frustration with her own government over current legislation that allows small-scale fracking operations to bypass a nationwide ban.
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Mayor Says North Yorkshire Bus Services are "Broken" As Franchising Assessment Approved
A £3.5 million assessment into bringing local bus services under public control has been approved by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Quick FA Cup Replay Welcomed After Heartbreaking Late Draw For Scarborough Athletic
Scarborough Athletic will face a rapid FA Cup replay against Macclesfield on Tuesday after conceding two late goals in a heart-breaking two-all draw.
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Whitby Town Return To Action Under Caretaker Boss Denny Ingram
Whitby Town will play their first match since the resignation of manager Lee Bullock, with caretaker boss Denny Ingram determined to give supporters a reason to cheer.
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£1.5 Million Water Pipe Upgrade Begins In Snainton And Ebberston
A £1.5 million project to replace aging water mains in Snainton and Ebberston is underway to significantly reduce sudden leaks and supply interruptions.
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Record £456 Million Transport Investment to Overhaul North Yorkshire Journeys
Everyday journeys across North Yorkshire should become safer and more accessible following the approval of a record £456 million transport investment programme.
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Bin Lorries to Carry Domestic Abuse Support Messages Across the East Riding
Victims of domestic violence and abuse across the East Riding will be encouraged to seek support through new awareness messages installed on refuse collection vehicles.
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Two Die After Car Crash Between Whitby and Guisborough
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a fatal collision on the A171 near Scaling Dam on Friday night.
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Fire Crew Availability Rises As Recruitment Outpaces Leavers In North Yorkshire
Fire engine response availability is improving across North Yorkshire after the fire and rescue service saw more people joining the ranks than leaving for the first time in years.
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Scarborough Sky Will Light Up For Annual Fireworks Extravaganza
Families can look forward to an evening of entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display at North Marine Road this November.
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Steep Sutton Bank Route Reopens Following Three-Week Maintenance Closure
One of England's steepest roads has reopened to traffic following a three-week closure for essential rock face maintenance and drainage improvements.
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Surprise As Leader Of Labour Group On East Riding Council Defects To The Conservatives
Councillor Steve Gallant, the leader of the Labour group on East Riding of Yorkshire Council, has unexpectedly defected to the Conservative Party to continue his local campaigning.
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Fresh Calls To Dual The A64 As MP Presses Prime Minister For Action
Conservative Party chairman and Filey MP Kevin Hollinrake has again expressed his frustration at the lack of progress.
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Vulnerable Passengers In Scarborough Supported By New Charity Leaders After Record Year
A Scarborough transport charity that provided more than 23,000 trips for older and disabled residents last year has bolstered its leadership team with three new trustees.
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Scarborough Swimming Group Makes A Splash As Young Star Selected For Development
Kingfishers very own Genie Martin has been selected for the 'Swim England County Development Programme'.
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River Hertford Water Quality Set To Improve With £700,000 Staxton Project
A new £700,000 storage tank in Staxton will hold up to 73,000 litres of excess wastewater to significantly reduce storm overflow discharges into the River Hertford.
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Eight Glamping Pods Proposed For 'Hugely Popular' Yorkshire Coast Village
The Honeypot Inn near Filey has submitted plans to North Yorkshire Council to install eight prefabricated glamping pods to expand its tourism offering in the village of Speeton.
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Nine Minutes from Glory: Heartbreak for Boro as Macclesfield Snatch Late Replay
Scarborough Athletic were 2-0 up with just 9 minutes remaining, but Macclesfield scored two late goals to take the FA Cup 3rd Qualifying Round tie to a replay.
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East Riding Mum Ventures Change To System After Second Term Time Holiday Fine
An East Yorkshire businesswoman insists she has ‘no regrets’ after taking her four children on holiday and landing a near £1,000 fine from East Riding Council.
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North Yorkshire Faces Major Challenge to Prepare Local Plan in 30 Months
North Yorkshire Council has warned that meeting a strict 30-month government deadline to create a comprehensive new Local Plan for housing and development will be a massive and complex challenge.
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Pre-Halloween Spooktacular Will Raise Vital Funds For Scarborough Hospice
A special adults-only pre-Halloween disco will take place at Scarborough's Rosco Rooms to raise essential funds for Saint Catherine's Hospice.
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Did You See East Riding Bridge Colission?
Police are looking for witnesses after a lorry struck a bridge on the A63.
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Scarborough Foster Couple To Run New Support Hub For Vulnerable Children
A dedicated Scarborough couple are stepping up to run a new support hub to help foster families and vulnerable children along the Yorkshire Coast.
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Bridlington Town Back To Winning Ways
Bridlington Town produced an excellent second-half display to come from behind and secure a 4-2 victory away at Matlock Town in an entertaining Northern Premier League East encounter.
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Yorkshire Coast Rugby Round Up
Scarborough Rugby Club suffered a first defeat in North East One on Saturday.
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Pickering Town Back Into Top Ten With Victory
Pikes bounced straight back from Tuesday's defeat.
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Record Numbers Of Young People Explore Future Careers At East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Expo
More than 2,000 students and their families have explored future career opportunities at a record-breaking apprenticeship event in East Yorkshire.
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Historic Sleights Pub Set To Reopen Under New Local Ownership
A Grade II listed public house in the village of Sleights has been bought by a local couple who plan to sympathetically restore and reopen the venue to the community.
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Patients Could Opt Out of Care Over NHS Data Platform Fears, Councillors Warned
Medical professionals have warned councillors that patients may opt out of data sharing and care due to ethical and security concerns surrounding the NHS's £330 million contract with US technology firm Palantir.
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New Noodle Takeaway Planned For Flagship Filey Holiday Park
Chopstix, the UK’s largest Asian-inspired fast food restaurant, has submitted plans to open a new branch at the Primrose Valley Holiday Village in Filey.
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Scarborough Construction Skills Village To Reopen Following £2 Million Investment
A former training site in Scarborough is set to be transformed into a specialist construction centre to help tackle workforce shortages on the Yorkshire Coast.
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Classic Cars Set To Begin Epic 500-Mile Roman Road Journey From Robin Hood's Bay
A spectacular collection of classic vehicles are setting off from Robin Hood's Bay on Saturday before embarking on a 500-mile charity tour along Britain's ancient Roman roads.
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Proposed Tourist Tax Sparks Fear Among Yorkshire Coast Accommodation Providers
Holiday accommodation on the Yorkshire Coast could face a five per cent price hike under new government plans, prompting local businesses to warn the levy could devastate the region's tourism sector.
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Public Views Sought As Critical Council Services Face Financial Squeeze
Residents are being urged to help shape future spending on essential public services as local budgets face mounting financial pressures.
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Yorkshire Coast Rugby Action
Scarborough RUFC are on their travels at Middlesbrough in North East 1, on Saturday.
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Summer Visitor Boom Boosts Bridlington Attractions As Events Expand
Record visitor numbers and increased ticket sales have boosted the local economy in Bridlington this summer following a drive to maximise the use of publicly owned assets.
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£3.5m Bus Franchising Assessment Approved Amid 'Empty Buses' Warning
North Yorkshire Council leaders have raised concerns about taxpayers subsidising empty buses as the Combined Authority approves a £3.5m assessment into a proposed bus franchising scheme.
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Bridlington Town Face Derbyshire Trip
The Seasiders take on Matlock Town in the Derbyshire Dales on Saturday.
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Pickering Town Target Bounce Back
Pikes want to return to form quickly on Saturday when they return home.
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Specialist Investigators Fast-Tracked To Fire Scenes As Deliberate Fires Surge
Specialist fire investigation officers will automatically deploy to arson hotspots following a significant spike in deliberate fires across North Yorkshire.
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Whitby Town Manager Lee Bullock Steps Down Due To Health Reasons
First-team manager Lee Bullock has resigned from his position at the Northern Premier League Premier Division club to focus on his health and family, with assistant Denny Ingram stepping up as caretaker manager.
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Eviction Notice Overturned For Hunmanby Football Club
Hunmanby FC will remain at their village playing fields after parish councillors officially rescinded a controversial four-month eviction notice.
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Thousands Of Students Will Explore Future Careers At Scarborough STEM Week
More than 3,000 young people will discover opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and maths during a major three-day educational event at Scarborough Spa this October.
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Residents Invited To Shape The Future Of Filey And Eastfield
Locals in Filey and Eastfield are being urged to share their views on draft projects and initial suggestions that will shape the development of their towns over the next decade.
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Thousands Of Jobs And Billions In Investment Targeted In Pro-Growth Drive For The East Riding
A major drive to attract businesses and secure investment in the East Riding aims to deliver more jobs, higher productivity, and stronger communities across the region.
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Proposed Overnight Visitor Levy Faces Scrutiny From Coastal Tourism Bosses
Tourism leaders from across Scarborough and Whitby will meet on Thursday to discuss the potential impact of a proposed overnight visitor levy on domestic holidaymakers.
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Flamborough RNLI Volunteers Celebrate Crucial Training Milestone
Two dedicated volunteer crew members at Flamborough RNLI have successfully completed their Tier 1 training assessments, marking a significant milestone in their lifesaving journeys.
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MP Supports Targeted Help With Rising Energy Bills in North Yorkshire
Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume has backed further targeted support for households struggling with energy costs ahead of expected price cap increases.
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Thousands Of Passengers Flock To Highly Successful Railway Steam Gala
More than 5,500 passengers descended on North Yorkshire for a four-day celebration of railway history, making it the most successful Annual Steam Gala in recent years.
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Local Affordable Housing Options Will Expand With New Properties In Driffield And Withernsea
More than one hundred new affordable homes will be added to the local housing stock across Driffield and Withernsea over the next five years.
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Late Heartbreak For Bridlington Town In Defeat At Ossett United
Bridlington Town suffered a frustrating 3-1 defeat away to Ossett United after conceding two goals in stoppage time during a heated Tuesday evening contest.
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Whitby Town Suffer Narrow Defeat To Lancaster City Despite Taking Early Lead
Whitby Town fell to a 2-1 home defeat against Lancaster City after squandering an early lead at the Towbar Express Stadium.
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Urgent Calls For Answers Over Closed Scarborough Spa Cliff Lift
Scarborough Town Council is demanding urgent answers and a replacement shuttle bus service after the historic Spa Cliff Lift was closed over safety concerns.
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Bridmas Will Return Next Year Following Record Summer Success
Bridlington's popular summer Christmas celebration will return in 2027 after what's been described as a "record breaking" event this August.
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Yorkshire Actor Gaynor Faye to Receive Honorary Degree From CU Scarborough
Television star Gaynor Faye will receive an honorary Master of Arts from CU Scarborough on Wednesday to recognise her outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry and her dedication to championing Yorkshire on screen.
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Opera-Singing Busker Receives Special Award After Raising Thousands for Lifeboat Charity
A former professional opera singer who has raised more than £10,000 for the RNLI by busking on the Yorkshire Coast has been honoured with a special certificate of thanks.
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Arson Attack Leaves Scarborough Community Centre Facing A £3,000 Repair Bill
A vital community facility in Scarborough has been left with an estimated £3,000 worth of damage following a deliberate fire on Sunday afternoon.
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Princess Royal Celebrates Unpaid Carers During Snainton Visit
Unpaid carers and charity workers in Snainton have been honoured with a special visit from Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to celebrate three decades of local community support.
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Dozens Of Employers To Showcase Career Opportunities At East Riding Apprenticeship Expo
More than fifty employers and training providers will gather at Bishop Burton College to offer future career opportunities and unbiased advice at the Hull and East Riding Apprenticeship Expo.
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Conversion Plan for Whitby’s Historic Abbey Wharf Market Hall
New proposals have been submitted to transform the unused loft space of Whitby's Grade-II listed Abbey Wharf Market Hall into an additional seating area for the existing restaurant and bar.
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A64 Dualling Unlikely in Near Future, Says York and North Yorkshire Mayor
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has stated that the project to fully dual the A64 could cost £500 million and is unlikely to receive funding anytime soon, despite ongoing pressure from local MPs.
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Urgent Fraud Warning Issued After Dozens Targeted In Fake Police Officer Scam
Residents are being warned to remain vigilant after more than 50 people reported receiving scam phone calls from criminals posing as North Yorkshire Police officers in an attempt to steal financial information.
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Mayor 'Very Confident' That Tourism Levy Can Be Implemented
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has expressed confidence in implementing a regional overnight visitor levy, despite concerns from local coastal MPs and hospitality businesses.
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North Yorkshire Hospices Warn of Cuts and Closures as Funding Crisis Deepens
Hospice leaders in North Yorkshire are warning of imminent cuts, redundancies, and potential closures due to an unsustainable multi-million-pound funding crisis.
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New Developments Linked to Pollution Misconnections on Yorkshire Coast
Yorkshire Water says it has inspected over 100 properties and identified 20 possible misconnections in the Scalby Beck catchment area as part of an ongoing project to improve bathing water quality in Scarborough.
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Whitby Town Seek Home Redemption Against Lancaster City After FA Trophy Exit
Whitby Town will look to bounce back from a disappointing FA Trophy defeat as they return to league action against Lancaster City on Tuesday night.
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Bridlington Town Target Another Victory After FA Trophy Success
Bridlington Town aim to maintain their winning momentum as they travel to Ossett United this Tuesday, following a decisive FA Trophy victory against higher-ranked Whitby Town.
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New Accessible Centre And Homes Planned For Vulnerable Scarborough Residents
A multi-million-pound fundraising drive is underway to replace an ageing Scarborough facility with a fully accessible centre and new supported housing for people with learning disabilities.
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Bridlington Town To Host Curzon Ashton In Historic FA Trophy Tie
Bridlington Town will host Curzon Ashton in the FA Trophy first round proper this October, marking the first time in twenty-two years the club has reached this stage of the competition.
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Vintage Beach Race Praised for Bringing Thousands To Bridlington Coast
More than 20,000 people attended the internationally recognised Race the Waves vintage motoring event in Bridlington, bringing a major economic boost to the coastal community.
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Year-Round Tourism Push For The North Yorkshire Coast
A proposed tourism levy could be used to extend the visitor season and boost hospitality businesses along the North Yorkshire Coast.
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Campaign Group Plans Ombudsman Complaint Over Second-Home Tax
A campaign group is threatening to complain to the Local Government Ombudsman over North Yorkshire Council's implementation of a 100 per cent second homes tax, alleging maladministration.
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Taxpayer Funds Under Scrutiny As North Yorkshire Council Housing Developer Faces Calls For Closure
A council-owned housing company in North Yorkshire is facing mounting pressure to close following claims of million-pound quarterly losses, despite officials defending a five-year recovery plan.
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What Will The Mayor’s Transport Plan Mean For Scarborough, Whitby, And Filey?
Residents of coastal towns including Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey are being invited to help shape the future of regional transport at upcoming consultation events for the Mayor's draft Local Transport Plan.
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North Yorkshire RAF Base Given Whitby’s Highest Honour
RAF Fylingdales has been awarded the Honorary Freedom of the Town of Whitby in recognition of its vital national defence service and six-decade bond with the local community.







