Whitby swing bridge was closed to road traffic earlier after technical issues.
North Yorkshire County Council say the closure this morning was due to a technical problem earlier in the day.
Reports earlier suggested that the bridge was stuck in the open to shipping position.
The county council say that pedestrians were allowed to use the crossing but that a number of tests need to be carried out before it could be opened fully.
The bridge reopened to traffic at around 3pm
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West End star Lee Mead and Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn will headline this year's magical production of Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood at the Scarborough Spa Theatre.
Yorkshire Water has reassured residents that a faulty monitoring device at a combined sewer overflow station in Scarborough, which incorrectly reported discharges, has been repaired.
Harbours in Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey are leading the way in marine safety after successfully meeting strict new national regulations ahead of many other UK ports.
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