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  Jono Greening's men had scored midway through the first half against King's Lynn.

• Questions Raised Over "Fantasy" Repair Figures as Future of Whitby’s Cliff Lift Hangs in the Balance

  The future of Whitby's historic cliff lift has been cast into further uncertainty as local councillors voice serious concerns that the financial data being used to justify its permanent closure "don't stand up to scrutiny."

• Yorkshire Coast MP Champions Dual Bids for Inaugural UK Town of Culture Title

  Alison Hume, the Member of Parliament for Scarborough and Whitby, has pledged her full support to both coastal towns as they prepare their respective entries for the first-ever UK Town of Culture competition.

• Lessons to be Learned from Council’s ‘Risky’ Scarborough Water Park Loan

  A report into a failed £9 million loan granted by the former Scarborough Borough Council to developer Benchmark Leisure Ltd urges North Yorkshire councillors to improve transparency, due diligence, and scrutiny in complex commercial arrangements.

• North Yorkshire MPs Call For Investigation Into Heating Oil Market

  Three North Yorkshire MPs are calling for an urgent investigation into the heating oil market following concerns about sharp price increases

• ‘Unsustainable’ Plans For Almost 20 New Houses in Hunmanby Rejected

  North Yorkshire Council has refused an application to build 19 homes in Hunmanby, citing a lack of affordable housing, inadequate infrastructure contributions, and poor design.

• East Riding Invites Visitors to Celebrate National Tourism Week

  The East Riding of Yorkshire Council is marking National Tourism Week this March with a diverse programme of events, aiming to spotlight the region's heritage sites, coastline, and family-friendly attractions.

• Updated Taxi Licensing Policy to Make Transport More Inclusive in North Yorkshire

  Plans to improve the accessibility of taxis and private hire vehicles for passengers with additional needs across North Yorkshire are set to be considered by councillors.

• Business Boost As Coast To Coast Path Becomes National Trail

  Local businesses across the region are preparing for an anticipated surge in tourism as the iconic 192-mile Coast to Coast Path officially gains National Trail status later this month.

• £200,000 for New Football and Sports Area in Scarborough

  More than £200,000 of funding is set to go towards creating a new multi-use games area in a deprived part of North Yorkshire.

• Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Welcomes Discussions On Future Marine Safety One Year After Tanker Collision

  One year after a tanker collision off the Yorkshire Coast, the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is emphasising the importance of ongoing dialogue regarding incident management and the protection of the marine environment.

• Concerns Raised Over North Yorkshire Council’s Plan To Move Out Of Scarborough Town Hall

  North Yorkshire Council is considering relocating from Scarborough Town Hall to Resolution House on the A64 to reduce maintenance costs, sparking concerns from local officials and business leaders regarding town centre footfall and a lack of consultation.