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Appeal for information after pedestrian hit by Volkswagen car in Pickering

Coastliner bus driver Mariusz Losinski (centre) with his Gold award as Top National Bus Driver. BBC News presenter Jane Hill (left) presented the awards in a glittering ceremony in London, with Robert Jack (right) Managing Editor of award sponsor Passenger Transport.

Driver of Whitby to Leeds most scenic route named UK's top bus driver

A Scarborough game shop is launching a drive for donations over the Christmas period with special events throughout December.

Scarborough gaming shop to hold charity gaming events for local food bank

Clockwise from top left: Anthony Wright, Christopher James Watt, Jake Myers and Gerard Parkins.

Drug gang jailed for major crack and heroin racket in Scarborough

Established fashion and surfwear brand Saltrock, is expanding its reach to surf and outdoor enthusiasts on England's northeast coast, with the addition of a new store in Whitby.

British surfwear brand Saltrock confirms new store opening in Whitby

Coble Landing, Bakers Snacks, Filey. Google maps.

Demolition of Filey snack bar and chalets approved to make way for larger cafe

Sport

Brid Rovers Ladies, maroon kit, take on Leven. PHOTOS: TCF PHOTOGRAPHY

Bridlington Rovers Ladies impress despite home league loss against Leven
Bridlington Rovers Ladies welcomed Leven Ladies to the Gypsey Road 3g last weekend in the first meeting between the clubs in the league this season.

Bridlington Town will be looking to earn more points in their game at Pontefract Collieries on Saturday. PHOTO BY DOM TAYLOR

Bridlington Town set sights on tough trip to Pontefract Collieries

Bridlington Road Runners celebrate their 40th anniversary in a special event at Bridlington Rugby Club.

Celebration time for Bridlington Road Runners at 40th anniversary event

Ben Guthrie sparkled for SAC at Hartlepool. pic Richard Ponter

Ben Guthrie leads the way for Scarborough AC at Hartlepool cross country fixture

Heslerton Under-15s (blue) battle it out with York RI (blue and white). PHOTOS BY CHERIE ALLARDICE

Heslerton Hawks Under-Sevens shine on the road against Stamford Bridge Vikings

Crime

Sgt Paul Cording of North Yorkshire Police

VIDEO: North Yorkshire Police campaign tackles Christmas drink and drug drivers

Humberside Police have issued an appeal for information after a woman reported she had been sexually assaulted in Bridlington

Officers probing Bridlington sexual assault appeal for public's help

Over the past two months police teams have been out in force, from hitting addresses and forcing doors open, to proactively seeking repeat offenders and targeting those that cause the most harm to local communities. Image courtesy of Humberside Police.

Humberside Police's 'Operation Shield' disrupts more crime in East Yorkshire

Andrew Morton

Drug dealer jailed for three years after being caught in Scarborough

A stainless metal table was stolen from the site of the Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Thief steals stainless metal table from Scarborough's Open Air Theatre site

North Yorkshire Police have released a CCTV image of a woman they would like to speak to following a retail theft in Whitby.

£350 worth of coats stolen from outdoor goods store in Whitby

What's On

Check out the festive season's must-see events below!

39 events happening across Scarborough, Whitby and Bridlington in December
Here is a selection of 39 must-see events taking place across the Yorkshire coast this December.

The Christmas Artisan Pop-Up Shop will take place at Mandy Apple on Newborough

Christmas artisan pop-up shop at Mandy Apple Gallery, Scarborough

Volunteer Lori and activity members Skigh and Jess head out around town to distribute posters.

Scarborough care home to perform Choirchester Christmas carol concert

Barbie is showing at Whitby Coliseum on December 7.

See what's on at the Coliseum in Whitby this December

The big switch on event takes place this weekend

Filey's Fishtive Tree to be switched on this weekend

Health

Testing has been increased after a single case of swine flu was detected

Scarborough MP says 'no cause for undue alarm' as Swine Flu case confirmed

Rather than having everything scattered about the home, get into the habit of having one place for car keys, house keys, the dosset box for the drugs you take, your purse.

Dr's Casebook: A magic box and a nostalgic trip down memory lane

The commonest sign that it is present is soreness in the gums and bleeding when brushing the teeth. Photo: AdobeStock

Dr's Casebook: Protect your gums to protect your health

Left to right: Clare Tomlinson and Leonne Ridsdale

Scarborough care workers win prestigious regional awards

Research suggests that at 8,000 steps the risk of premature death is significantly reduced. Photo: Getty Images

Dr's Casebook: Just walk a little faster

Silhouette of Sherlock Holmes's statue in London near Baker Street. Photo: Getty Images

Dr's Casebook: On the trail of Sherlock Holmes

Lifestyle

An overview of the property in its stunning location near Robin Hood's Bay.

Listed farmhouse with potential holiday lets and 45 acre estate hits the market
The chance to buy a breathtaking 45-acre estate bordered by cliffs, with a Grade ll listed farmhouse and six potential holiday lets at its centre, has arisen near Whitby.

Some of the latest homes for sale on Zoopla, around the Whitby area.

IN PICTURES: 13 properties for sale in and around Whitby new to the market

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

The house on Princess Royal Terrace

Scarborough couple to light up their home to raise money for charity

UK Trending

Grand Theft Auto will soon be available to play on Netflix Games.

Grand Theft Auto to be released on Netflix Games

Take a look at the incredible wildlife images being considered for Wildlife Photgrapher of the Year People's Choice Award.

Images up for top gong in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Stormy has been announced as the headline act for Boardmasters Festival 2024.

Everything you need to know about Boardmasters Festival 2024

Clarkson's Farm has been renewed for a fourth season.

Amazon Prime Video confirm return of Jeremy Clarkson farm show

Former pop star presents the top 15 flashbacks in fashion

More than a fifth of adults have dozed off – while at their desk

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

Must Read

It’s now officially the time of year when people fret about what gifts to buy loved ones before taking the safe option by buying them a book.

Life on Tapp: You can’t go wrong with a book for Christmas – or can you?

A recent visit to the car booter’s paradise that is our garden shed left me yearning for a stiff drink, such was the scale of the chaos before me.

Life on Tapp: It's a never ending cycle of selling, buying and selling again

There’s a bloke around the corner from me who before Bonfire Night was out of the way, was up his ladder, stringing lights across the front of his house, which perfectly complemented his eight foot inflatable Santa.

There’s nothing wrong with going early when it comes to Christmas planning