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The Spa and Grand Hotel, Scarborough. Copyright Peter Church/Geograph.

Grand Hotel included in wider South Bay bathing water study

HM Lord-Lieutenant of North Yorkshire Johanna Ropner (centre) with Andrew and Emma Lister.

Trio’s dedication recognised at cadet awards

Scarborough Spa Cliff Lift. Courtesy North Yorkshire Council.

£100,000 funding appeal for Scarborough Spa Cliff Lift

Illuminated Whitby Abbey. photo: Marisa Cashill

Whitby Abbey in Lonely Planet's Secret Wonders of the World

The replacement is part of a wider programme.

£1.5m mains replacement scheme starts in Snainton

The incident occurred in the early hours of October 3.

Five bikes stolen near Grosmont as North Yorkshire Police appeal for information

Ashley Palliser.

Scarborough man jailed for throwing corrosive substance in ex-partner's face

Town Mayor of Whitby, Coun Sandra Turner, with Milewood's walking team.

Milewood in Whitby raises more than £5,700 for suicide awareness

A 38-year-old Scarborough woman and a 31-year-old Scarborough man have been arrested in connection with an act of outraging public decency and are currently in custody.

Two arrested after outraging public decency in Scarborough town centre

People

Planting of the crosses ceremony with Coun Janet Jefferson and Scarbrough Town Mayor, Coun Thomas Murray, foreground. photo: Tom Fox

Planting of the Crosses: Scarborough's almost unique act of Remembrance
Scarborough once again came together for the Planting of the Crosses - a quiet, poignant and truly unique act of Remembrance.
Tom Fox, Royal British Legion

Humberside Police has released an image of two people they believe may be able to help with their enquiries.

Appeal for help to identify two men following assault in Bridlington

LCpl. Claude Stanley Dell as featured in The Scarborough Pictorial published on April 6 1915.

Missing WW1 Soldier portrait revealed by Scarborough News reader

Police are appealing for information following a three-vehicle collision on the A169

Passenger remains in hospital following three-vehicle collision near Malton

Chris Peverell, who has switched careers to become an electrician after working in a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Pickering father shares his journey from Michelin restaurant chef to electrician

Nearly half of homeowners have incurred late payment fees

Disorganised households estimate they pay an extra £801 on bills

Sick of soaring bills? They’re not all going up

The household bill that costs less than 10 years ago

Readers from across the Yorkshire coast, including Whitby, Bridlington and Scarborough, said what they think the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham should tackle next. Photo credits: Ryan Jenkinson/Getty Images, Richard Ponter, Marisa Cashill.

What the Yorkshire coast thinks the new Prime Minister should tackle first

Wonderful images of this year's Whitby Boxing Day dip antics.

IN PICTURES: all the fun of Whitby Boxing Day dip 2025

Crime

Paul Davey

Scarborough man jailed for breaching sexual risk order

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

Tracy Bancroft

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

Business

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems
A new report from eBay and Small Business Britain finds strong growth ambitions among side hustlers and calls for greater support to help them develop into long-term businesses.
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Minister McDougall tours the Woodsmith Mine

Government minister visits Woodsmith mine to see reindustrialisation in action

Andrew Mackenzie, partner at BTG.

Business distress climbs by more than a quarter, new figures show

The Seabirds, on Fortyfoot Road in Bridlington, has reopened.

Bridlington pub reopens following £313,000 refurbishment

Joe Moody (Whitby Lobster Hatchery) with Sarah Reed (Dogger Bank Wind Farm).

1,054 juvenile lobsters released in the North Sea as part of partnership

Traffic and Travel

Whitby Goth Weekend begins on Thursday October 29.

Road closures announced for Whitby Goth Weekend

Flooding across Scarborough kept fire crews on the move on Friday October 23.

Flooding incidents keep fire crews busy

The closure will start from from 9am on Friday 23 October.

Road closure in Norton, near Malton, announced for Northern Gas Network works

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

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

Politics

Luxury Leisure's updated plan for elevations at adult gaming centre on Baxtergate, Whitby. Courtesy of applicant.

24-hour adult gaming centre in Whitby gets thumbs up for illuminated signage
A controversial 24-hour adult gaming centre in Whitby has been granted permission to install illuminated signage despite concerns about the impact on residents and the town’s dark skies.
Anttoni James Numminen, Local Democracy Reporting Service

The Courteeners. photo: Joshua Halling

Courteeners to bring Indie anthems to Scarborough Open Air Theatre

Alpamare Water Park In Scarborough. photo: NYC

Who will take over Alpamare? Questions remain after Flamingo Land departure

TG Jones in Scarborough town centre and, inset, MP Alison Hume.

'Extremely concerned' MP demands answers over Post Office closure in Scarborough

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BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt

BBC presenter quits after 35 years for new career

Why can't we just agree on a direction for plugs to point in, and then stick to it?

The Gadget Agenda: Awkward plugs are driving me up the wall Gareth Butterfield

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

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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

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Weather

Though showers are expected, harsh weather is expected to ease up. Picture: Richard Ponter

Weather to brighten up this week after Yorkshire coast hit by Storm Boelo

The flooding caused chaos across the region.

Storms Austen and Storm Boelo cause widespread flooding across Scarborough

Severe weather kept Yorkshire coast fire crews busy over the weekend.

Fire crews in Scarborough, Bridlington and surrounding areas busy after storm

Education

Students and dignitaries during the graduation ceremony at St Mary’s Church in Beverley.

Celebrations for East Riding College and Scarborough TEC students

Alison Hume MP & Schools Minister Georgia Gould.

Schools Minister meets local leaders in Scarborough to plan education reforms

Airy Hill School pupils celebrate a 'Strong Standard' Ofsted report.

Airy Hill School celebrates landmark year after superb Ofsted report

Staff and guests with pupils at the celebration. Picture: Richard Ponter

St Augustine’s celebrates official re-opening of transformed school library

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