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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

Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, with Ryan Swain as he goes on the 'You, Me & ADHD' tour and campaign, which has visited schools across the country. Photo credit: Ryan and Samantha Swain / SWNS.

Malton man calls for mandatory ADHD education in schools
A man who was told he was "naughty" before being permanently excluded from school says misunderstandings around ADHD were to blame - and now wants mandatory education on it.
Lauren Wilkin

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

Scarborough care home manager named finalist in two major awards

Santa’s arrives in his sleigh at 9.45am on November 21.

Christmas magic is coming to Scarborough's Saint Catherine’s

Artist Rew Nurse at the unveiling of the Bombardment memorial at Mount View Avenue Scout Hut in 2022. Image: Richard Ponter.

'An incredible human being': Tributes paid to Scarborough artist Rew Nurse

Andrew Mackenzie, partner at BTG.

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

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

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

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

North Yorkshire Police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to relation to an investigation into vehicle interference.

North Yorkshire Police launch appeal after vehicle interference in Whitby

Business

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

Bridlington pub reopens following £313,000 refurbishment
Popular community pub the Seabirds, on Fortyfoot Road in Bridlington, has reopened after a major revamp.
Phil Hutchinson

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

Mayor Luke Campbell is helping champion an ambition that could one day see the Olympic and Paralympic Games hosted across the North of England.

Any Northern Games legacy ‘should benefit our communities’

TG Jones Signage, Westborough, Scarborough. Courtesy Of TG Jones.

Scarborough Post Office branch to close under TG Jones restructuring

Mel Whiteside scooped won Silver in the Best New Business category at the Best Businesswomen Awards 2026.

Bridlington businesswoman Mel wins major national award

Traffic and Travel

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

Whitby Railway Station Platforms, Andy Burnham. Courtesy Northern/House Of Commons

Government responds after challenge over Whitby rail links

Health

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

The Alfred Bean project was developed through ongoing consultation with people with dementia.

New dementia-friendly space opens at Driffield Hospital

Consultant orthopaedic surgeons Tom Symes and Reza Mayahi with the Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery system. Photo: Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital

New robotic-assisted hip and knee surgery service at hospital

Politics

TGJones, Westborough, Scarborough. Image courtesy of TGJones.

Town to lose main Post Office as TGJones closure date confirmed
TGJones is set to close permanently alongside the loss of the town’s main post office, the company has confirmed.
Anttoni James Numminen, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Freddie Gilroy Statue. Courtesy Anttoni James Numminen, LDRS.

‘Shocking’ handling of Freddie Gilroy statue plans slammed by councillors

Outline permission has been granted for the proposals which will see a mix of homes built on the site off Firthland Road. Image: Persimmon Homes

New Pickering housing estate will bring £1 million investment to community

County Hall in Northallerton.

North Yorkshire introduces £100 on-the-spot fines under new vaping laws

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

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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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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

Jenny Ryan put teams through their paces as part of a special celebration for Skipton Building Society members

Quiz star Jenny Ryan stuns punters with surprise pub appearance

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

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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