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  North Yorkshire councillors will meet on April 24 to decide on Europa Oil & Gas's controversial proposal to construct a temporary 38-metre gas drilling rig in Burniston, following a previous delay.

• Mayor Accused Of “Highways Robbery” Over Pothole Funding Allocations

  A bitter dispute has erupted between North Yorkshire Council chiefs and Mayor David Skaith over claims the county is being shortchanged by £20m in expected road repair funding.

• Government Funding Announced For Yorkshire Coast Flood Defences

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• Two Arrested For Suspected Drug Offences Following Vehicle Stop In Bridlington

  A man and a woman have been released on bail after police officers intercepted a vehicle suspected of involvement in criminality in Bridlington town centre.

• Firefighters Tackle Blaze Behind Primrose Valley Petrol Station

  Firefighters have spent the night tackling a blaze in a building behind the JET Petrol Station near Primrose Valley.

• Businesses Urged To Open Toilets As Scarborough Faces Public Convenience Shortage

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• Visit England Director Urges Yorkshire Coast Residents To Become Local Tourists

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• Interactive Enhancements Plan For Historic Building That Is 'Gateway To Whitby Heritage'

  A £125,000 funding bid aims to repurpose Whitby's historic Grade II* Listed Old Town Hall into a vibrant community and heritage venue.

• Scarborough Green Party Hits Out at Water Minister's 'Credulous Attitude' Following Visit

  The Scarborough and Whitby Green Party has strongly criticised Water Minister Emma Hardy's response to Yorkshire Water's pollution plans, demanding an end to water privatisation amid ongoing concerns over local bathing water quality.

• Mayor Praises Adult Skills and Local Talent During Scarborough TEC Visit

  David Skaith, Mayor of the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, visited Scarborough TEC to witness how adult learners on the Yorkshire Coast are developing essential skills for new careers and supporting the regional economy.

• Scarborough Town Council To Hold Public Meeting Over Harbour Strategy Concerns

  Scarborough's Mayor has announced a public meeting this Thursday evening to address mounting concerns over North Yorkshire Council's ten-year strategy for the region's harbours.