Yorkshire Coast News from Friday, January 23rd, 2026

North Yorkshire Council has launched an ambitious ten-year strategy designed to revitalise the harbours of Scarborough and Whitby, alongside Filey Coble Landing.

Saint Catherine’s Christmas ‘treecycling’ scheme raises £1,950 for patient care.

Claims of systemic errors in the implementation of a controversial home-to-school transport policy are set to be examined by an influential committee next month amid concerns over delays in investigating the issue.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has announced a major overhaul of the Combined Authority’s farming support programme after a report concludes half the regions farms are not making sustainable profits.

North Yorkshire Moors Railway launches urgent Bridge 42 Appeal to save a vital link and secure the future of the heritage railway.

A fee of up to 50p could be introduced to use public toilets across North Yorkshire, while underused or dilapidated conveniences could be closed.

With unprecedented demand and falling funding, senior figures within East Riding Council say things have to change.

Scarborough Town Council has approved its annual budget for 2026/27, a decision marked by a 1 per cent reduction in it's council tax precept.

The towns' rugby sides continue to lead the way in their respective leagues.

Pikes go to Horbury Town on Saturday.

The flood warning is in force from 7:45pm until 11:00pm this evening due to strong winds and large waves.

The Seasiders are looking for their first points under new boss Scott Kerr.

The Blues' home game with Gainsborough Trinity, set for Saturday has been called off.

North Yorkshire Council has said it is not planning on delaying a decision on proposals for a gas drilling rig near Scarborough.

Jono Greening wants a big improvement on Saturday as Kidderminster Harriers take on Scarborough Athletic at the Mounting Systems Stadium.

East Riding Council has unveiled a major five year plan around learning disability.

Alison Hume has addressed parliament regarding a need for funding to be widened in the wake of the Langdale Moor fire.

Plans for a controversial gas drilling rig near Scarborough have been recommended for approval despite more than 1,500 local objections.