Yorkshire Coast News from Monday, February 2nd, 2026

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Yorkshire Water Under Fire for Above-Inflation Price Increase
Yorkshire Water has come under fire after the utility company announced an above-inflation price hike.
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Scarborough Town Council to Discuss 10-Year Harbour Strategy
A major blue print for the future of Scarborough harbour is to go before councillors.
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Scarborough Scouts Celebrate Highest Youth Numbers in 26 Years
Scouting across Scarborough is thriving, with the latest national census confirming the highest youth membership levels seen locally in the past 26 years.
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Whitby Businesses Set Sights on ‘Winter Expansion’ to Revitalise High Street
A group of determined businesses in Whitby is bidding to transform the town’s seasonal appeal through a major funding application to the York and North Yorkshire Mayor’s Vibrant and Sustainable High Street Fund.
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North Yorkshire Council Proposes Maximum Council Tax Rise After "£43m Wallop"
Residents across North Yorkshire are facing an increase in their household bills as North Yorkshire Council signals its intention to raise council tax by the maximum permitted level.







