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Eerie outfits and spectacular characters descend on Whitby for Goth Weekend 2026

Brunswick Centre, Scarborough. Courtesy Numminen, LDRS

£18.5m Brunswick scheme still leaves public toilet question unanswered

Hattie the cocker spaniel on her surfboard at Wilsthorpe Beach Bridlington.

Bridlington's famous surfing dog needs help as diabetes threatens her sight

Minister McDougall tours the Woodsmith Mine

Government minister visits Woodsmith mine to see reindustrialisation in action

David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, at Scarborough Station. Image courtesy of Anttoni James Numminen, LDRS.

Town regeneration set for £8m mayoral funding boost

Fusion, Nightclub, Scarborough. Courtesy Anttoni James Numminen, LDRS

Nightclub ‘delighted’ after councillors back controversial licence extension

Robin Hood's Bay Craft Weekend and Cafe takes place on December 5 and 6.

Robin Hood’s Bay Craft Weekend and Cafe returns this December

Anyone wishing to donate unwanted Halloween pumpkins can take them to Bridlington Animal Park and leave them by the gates. Photo credit: Bridlington Animal Park.

Bridlington Animal Park appeals for unwanted Halloween pumpkins

Abbotsleigh Guest House on Argyle Road in Whitby is on the market for £750 thousand. Picture: Zoopla

Inside this £750k Victorian Guest House for sale in Whitby

Sport

Kirkdale United goalkeeper Shaun Suffield helped his side reclaim top spot after a goalless draw with Lealholm Reserves. Photo by Colin Dilcock

Godsell’s hat-trick helps hosts Thornton Dale hammer Rosedale
Thornton Dale boosted their Newittts.com Beckett League Division 1 title push with an 8-1 hammering of visitors Rosedale.
Andy Stanton

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Watch: The supermarket that wins in the cost of living crisis - according to an expert

Economic expert shares where to shop during cost of living crisis

Habibur Masum is on trial at Bradford Crown Court

Breaking Husband who stabbed wife as she pushed baby in pram guilty of murder

Jensen Mills is poised to produce a forehand topspin drive down the line, for Caged Tigers in Division Two. Photo by Tony Wigley

Top Hats flying high in Bridlington Table Tennis League Division One

Lottery ambassador Judie McCourt congratulated the players on their bumper prizes.

Bridlington residents scoop £750,000 on Postcode Lottery

The new Bridlington West Pride in Place Festive Grant programme offers awards of between £500 and £2,500.

Brid groups have chance to land Pride in Place festive grants

Having fun at Bridlington Pride in 2025. Photo: Richard Ponter

Bridlington Pride announces new venue as it starts funding campaign

Crime

The vehicle was stolen between 11AM and 11:30AM on October 22.

North Yorkshire Police appeal after vehicle stolen from Scarborough car park

North Yorkshire Police received a report that a 'heavily intoxicated' man had been refused entry to an event near Malton.

North Yorkshire Police chase ends with drink-driver arrest near Malton

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Filey woman jailed over nine years for 'heinous' sexual offences

A driver has been summonsed to attend court after being stopped by police in Bridlington.

Bridlington police foot chase ends with driver summonsed to court

North Yorkshire Police have released this image of two people they would like to speak to following a burglary at Sutton Bank Visitors Centre.

Police launch CCTV appeal following a burglary at Sutton Bank Visitors Centre

Trek e-mountain bikes were stolen from the Carr Lane area of Glaisdale between 11pm on October 24 and 7am on October 25.

North Yorkshire Police appeal after two e-mountain bikes stolen from Glaisdale

What's On

ShakeItUp Shakespeare: The improvised Shakespeare Show will be at Bridlington Central Library on Friday, November 13.

Bridlington libraries to host brand-new BOOKED! events
Bridlington’s two libraries are set to host events as part of the new BOOKED! programme, a series of live and interactive sessionscoming to the East Riding this month.
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Goalkeeper Henry Popple kicks the ball clear during the 5-0 home loss against Stockton. Photo by Brian Murfield

Whitby Town slump to 5-0 home loss against Stockton

Scarborough Hospital. photo: Anttoni Numminen, LDRS

Hospital trust seeks £8m cash support as deficit reaches £18.4m

Boro's Alex Wiles pushes forward at Morecambe. Photo by Wandering Photography

Boro lose 2-0 at in-form Morecambe as Seadogs fan taken to hospital

Scarborough RUFC man of the match Eddie Erskine look to shrug off a Sandal tackle. Photo by Danny Tymon

Scarborough RUFC move up to fifth place with comeback victory at home to Sandal

Brid Town captain Tom Allan rising high to win a header against North Ferriby. Photo by ECMedia

Bridlington Town battle back to net 3-1 derby win at home to North Ferriby

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Kings of Leon tickets selling fast for Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

SEX ON FIRE! Kings of Leon Scarborough tickets selling out - buy here

Let’s Rock The 70s will be visiting Bridlington Spa on Friday, February 12

Get ready to Rock the 70s at Bridlington Spa next year

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Fond farewell as Scarborough care assistant qualifies as midwife after deliverin...

Ray Chapman and Emma Clayton enjoying the fundraising golf event at Malton & Norton Golf Club

Fore a good cause! Yorkshire car retailer supports local air ambulance service

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Lifestyle

Dated to 1960 this postcard also shows the passenger boats Britannia, Bridlington Queen and Thornwick.

Vintage Views with Aled Jones: the long tradition of pleasure cruisers
Known as the Grand Old Lady of Bridlington Harbour, the Yorkshire Belle carries on a long tradition of pleasure cruisers sailing from our port.
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Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

Toy Story 5 has just landed on Yoto and I've ordered it straight away for my son

Disney's Toy Story 5 is now on Yoto and I ordered it right away

Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

Boots unveils £25 beauty crackers worth over £70

Health

Scarborough Hospital UECC. Courtesy Numminen/LDRS

Scarborough A&E waits more than double York’s, NHS figures show

Flamborough woman Sarah Bayes has turned around the fortunes of Maple Court Care Home.

Scarborough care home manager named finalist in two major awards

Scarborough Hospital. Courtesy Numminen/Ldrs

‘Inadequate’ dialysis unit put into special measures over safety concerns

Mike Padgham is Honorary President of the Independent Care Group and Executive Chairman of St Cecilia's Care Group.

Covid Inquiry: ‘Don’t let this report gather dust’ says Scarborough care leader

Sarah Welburn from TENA and Essity will host the event.

Care home to host community continence awareness event

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

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November nights perfect for stargazing

North Yorkshire Water Park. Google Maps

Rejected padel courts don’t belong in the countryside, planners say

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Ad Feature CloudKeeper launches AI-related spending tracker

Scarborough RNLI volunteers Dan and Jess have successfully achieved their Tier 2 pass outs. Photo Credit: RNLI/Philip Chittenden.

Scarborough RNLI volunteers achieve Tier 2 pass out on all-weather lifeboat

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Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

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