Yorkshire Coast News from Friday, July 17th, 2026

North Yorkshire Police's Chief Constable has stressed that tackling arson and other fires requires a joint effort between police, the fire service, and local authorities, following a rise in incidents at this time of year.

There's more action at North Marine Road on Saturday in a busy week for the Scarborough venue.

Mark Starkey is walking over 44 miles in aid of St Catherine's Hospice.

Goalkeeper Alex Baird has joined Bridlington Town permanently ahead of the visit of Leeds United Under 21s, on Saturday.

The Blues play at the Towbar Express Stadium, three months on from their dramatic last-gasp draw with Cleethorpes to avoid relegation.

The Seadogs are back in action on Saturday at North Ferriby United.

Employment Minister Dame Diana Johnson visited Scarborough's Grand Hotel to praise local hospitality businesses and Jobcentres for their collaborative efforts in boosting youth employment.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire is facing calls to deliver a stalled women's refuge in Scarborough, which currently has the highest rate of reported domestic abuse in the county.

Scarborough Group International has denied rumours of financial difficulties and confirmed that plans to transform the former Brunswick shopping centre into a multiplex cinema are progressing as planned.

Yorkshire Water is urging families and young people to stay out of reservoirs and open water to avoid cold water shock and hidden hazards this summer.

North Yorkshire councillors have approved plans for 67 new homes and the expansion of aerospace company Sylatech in Kirkbymoorside, despite significant opposition from local residents over infrastructure and traffic concerns.

Children across the East Riding can enjoy free swimming sessions and a packed programme of summer activities at leisure centres in Bridlington, Hornsea, Driffield, and Withernsea.

Four community sports groups in Hornsea have received a share of nearly £133,000 in commuted sums funding from East Riding of Yorkshire Council to upgrade their facilities.

Whitby Town will kick off their new Northern Premier League Premier Division campaign with a trip to Leek Town, followed by a packed August schedule and a Boxing Day derby against Redcar Athletic.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has scrapped controversial plans to strip coastguard officers of their hourly pay following a widespread backlash from rescue officers, MPs, and unions.

Scarborough RNLI Lifeboat Station is set to host its annual Open Day on Foreshore Road, offering visitors the chance to meet the crew and explore the lifesaving equipment.