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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

Off the Scale owner Lizzie Watson (L) was delighted to welcome Udderly Dale-icious's vending machine to her shop - pictured with Kim Johnson

Udderly Dale-icious expands with third milk vending location in Castleton
A family-run dairy farm in Glaisdale is bringing its fresh, locally produced milk to even more customers with the opening of a third distribution point at Off the Scale in Castleton.
Louise French

Michelle Davison-Ward, CEO and Founder of Sparks, with awards at the National Charity Today Award Ceremony.

Double national recognition for mental health charity ahead of new centre

Farmer Chris Ford used his tractor and water tanker to help firefighters tackle wildfires on the North York Moors in August last year.

Glaisdale farmer who braved 40ft flames in Langdale Moor fire honoured

The Ladies in Pink are preparing for the Real Monty on Friday, November 27.

Scarborough women strip off for charity in Real Monty spectacular

Pretty in Pink Event at Castle Grange.

Care home rallies around colleague following breast cancer diagnosis

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

A poll of 2,000 adults found 83 per cent have tightened purse strings during the past 12 months.

Brits have cut back more than £1000 due to rising costs

Crime

North Yorkshire Police have issued this CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to, following a shop theft in Malton which took place on Sunday, September 13.

North Yorkshire Police issue CCTV appeal after theft from Malton shop

Officers receive their briefing at Oliver's Mount before deploying to execute early-morning warrants as part of Operation Tornado.

Police seize 101 weapons across Yorkshire coast in major crime crackdown

The incident occurred on Sunday, October 4 at 12:32pm, at Suffield Farm.

CCTV appeal after honesty money tin stolen from Scarborough farmsca

It occurred at approximately 8:50am on Tuesday, October 13 at the Musham Bank roundabout.

Police appeal after collision at Musham Bank roundabout near Eastfield

Following an increase in cable and copper thefts in the Yorkshire coast and Ryedale areas, North Yorkshire Police have issued advice for residents and businesses across the region.

Police warning after spate of cable and copper thefts across Yorkshire coast

Jo Coles, York & North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime.

Deputy mayor voices concerns over HMOs in Scarborough

Business

Mayor Luke Campbell said there is huge, untapped potential across Hull and East Yorkshire.

Mayor signs landmark housing agreement to boost regeneration
A major agreement to get more houses built in Hull and East Yorkshire has been signed.
Paul Drury-Bradey, Local Democracy Reporting Service

The location plan for the site of Langwith Village on land west of Elvington Lane, in York. Photo courtesy of Langwith Development Partnership

Consultation over 3,339-home village plan at Elvington

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

The front elevations, current and proposed, at 2 Marshall Avenue in Bridlington. Image: Planning portal/applicant

Plan to change former Brid pub site into a coffee shop

Malton to welcome a new Aldi store. Picture: Aldi UK

Malton set to welcome new Aldi store as part of expansion programme

Traffic and Travel

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

The Hopgrove Junction on the A64. Photo: Google.

Councillors express concerns about coastal connectivity problems

The incident occurred at approximately 5pm on Tuesday, September 29 on Malton Road between Little Edstone and Marton and it involved a grey Volvo XC60.

91-year-old driver dies in fatal vehicle collision near Kirkbymoorside

Health

York Hospital. Courtesy Numminen/LDRS

York and Scarborough hospitals could be short of dozens of beds this winter

Stacey Taylor founded Willows Yoga Therapy to offer welcoming, accessible yoga. Image: Stacey Taylor

Yoga teacher brings new wellbeing opportunities to Scarborough area

The new chairs will make a difference for patients.

Pickering Rotary donation will make 'a great difference' says Leg Club

The open days will take place on October 17 and 18. Image: Sandstone Care

Special open weekend at Old Malton care home

Residents are urged to ensure that homes are fitted with working carbon monoxide alarms.

Residents urged to be aware of carbon monoxide dangers

The refuge vehicles will reach the entirety of the East Riding, including in rural areas where victims may be more isolated.

Domestic violence awareness messages installed on Bin lorries

Politics

Proposed gabion fill material for Sandsend Beck road repairs. Image courtesy of applicant.

Whitby road at risk as plans lodged to halt embankment failure
Plans to stop a crumbling embankment from giving way beneath a road near Whitby have been submitted amid fears that ongoing ground movement could threaten the highway.
Anttoni James Numminen, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Concerns about anti-social behaviour were raised at a meeting of the Police and Crime Panel on Wednesday, October 14.

Fears raised of ‘externally organised protests’ reaching North Yorkshire coast

The project will deliver the most significant changes to the station forecourt in decades. It will feature improved pedestrian routes, new seating areas, resurfaced footpaths, tree planting and enhanced public spaces. Image NYC.

£2m contract awarded for Scarborough Station transformation

Sea Stories will recognise that there is an enormous amount of history sitting in people’s memories.

New project to preserve stories of Whitby's fishing communities

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The American Golf Luxury Advent Calendar features 24 days of golfing treats, including balls, tees, accessories and more, all presented in festive red, white and blue packaging.

American Golf's £129 luxury advent calendar is a golfer's dream

The appearance of the doll pays tribute to the navy, long-sleeved dress Dion wore when she performed Titanic theme song My Heart Will Go On at the Academy Awards in 1998.

Barbie unveils Celine Dion doll for £69.99

Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

The River Coln could be fenced off in places after concerns that tourists are disturbing protected wildlife by paddling in the water.

Tourists face river ban in beauty spot village

UK Trending

The top side hustling cities include Bristol and London

Half of Brits work a ‘second shift’ after hours on side hustles

Trending holiday destinations for 2027 include California, Japan, and Uruguay

Expedia's 2027 trending travel hotspots include California and Japan

The nation's favourite card games of all time are blackjack, poker and patience

Blackjack, poker and patience top nation's favourite card games

92 per cent of small business owners say keeping energy costs down is one of their biggest priorities

Small business owners' reveal biggest concerns

It was also found 21 per cent have walked away from a purchase altogether because they didn't think it would have much resale potential

Marketplace sellers buy fashion items to sell after just a few wears

Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

Weather

The warning is in place today (August 28), from 12pm until 9pm. Photo credit: Met Office/ Richard Ponter.

Met Office yellow thunderstorm warning issued for Yorkshire coast

The weather warning is in place until 1pm today (August 20) and covers Scarborough, Whitby and Bridlington.

Weather update: Yellow thunderstorm warning for the Yorkshire coast extended

A Met Office thunderstorm warning will come into force for Scarborough on Wednesday.

When Met Office thunderstorm warning will be in place for Scarborough

Education

Sabariesh Sasiyanthan secured first place in Level 6 after an exceptional performance.

Bay Primary School youngster’s talent adds up to Maths Olympiad glory

Alison Hume MP has welcomed news that seven schools in Scarborough and Whitby have been invited to join the Enrichment Expansion Programme

Seven schools in Scarborough and Whitby invited to join key Government programme

Scarborough STEM Week 2026. Pictures: Richard Ponter

IN PICTURES: STEM week 2026 attracts more than 3,000 students at Scarborough Spa

Layla, going to study Psychology at York St John University, and Ben, who’s decided to get a
job.

Ad Feature Outstanding sixth form results and open day at Pickering Academy

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