More than 100 properties in the centre of Scarborough have been hit by a power cut.
Northern Powergrid say the fault was reported just before ten on Saturday morning and they were working hard to have it resolved by early afternoon.
They say it was caused by an unexpected problem with cables or equipment. The issues are in the YO11 part of town, with the South Bay area reported to be affected.
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Sad News After Malton Bike Crash
This is an update following an earlier appeal about a serious collision involving two men on motorcycles which happened on Mook Street, near Westow, at around 10.35am on Sunday 2 August 2026.
Whitby Holiday Let Plan Rejected
Controversial plans to build modern holiday let units near a Victorian landmark on the Yorkshire Coast have been refused after a backlash from residents.
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Yorkshire Coast Cricket Action- Weather Permitting
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This is an update following an earlier appeal about a serious collision involving two men on motorcycles which happened on Mook Street, near Westow, at around 10.35am on Sunday 2 August 2026.
Controversial plans to build modern holiday let units near a Victorian landmark on the Yorkshire Coast have been refused after a backlash from residents.
Scarborough Athletic face a busy bank holiday weekend with a home clash against Southport on Saturday followed by a trip to Darlington on Monday.
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