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The Othello tribute has now been installed at the Royal Naval Patrol Service Memorial. Photo: Richard M Jones.

Prolific Bridlington author appeals for information on two boat sinkings

This new law restricts the use of single plastic plates, bowls and trays and bans the use of single use cutlery items, balloon sticks and food or drink containers, to tackle plastic pollution.

East Yorkshire Council reminds businesses of new single use plastic regulations

Whitby Regatta attracts the crowds to activities on the West Cliff.

Whitby Regatta meeting taking place to attract more volunteers

Age UK are looking for reliable and chatty volunteers to join telephone befriending scheme in the Bridlington area.

Age UK need volunteers to befriend lonely older people in the Bridlington area

Richard Randle captured this image of the Aurora Borealis off the coast of Whitby.

Northern Lights spotted off Whitby as photographer captures dramatic image

Wigton Moor Primary School in Alwoodley, Leeds, which warned staff with an email, seen by the YEP.

Threatening e-mail forces schools into lockdown

Amazon Prime members will face an extra delivery charge from next month

Amazon Prime members to face extra delivery charge from next month

This wonderful sand sculpture on Whitby beach of Santa on his sleigh - in July!

PICTURE: Santa arrives five months early - on Whitby beach!

Tesco’s huge discount on iPhones & Samsung S23 Ultra for Clubcard customers

Tesco issue clubcard warning to customers ahead of upcoming deadline

Healthcare Assistant Emma Matthews (left) and Business & Operations Manager Sharon O’Connor outside the Esk Moor Caring Ltd offices in Castleton.

Care charity in Castleton, near Whitby, becomes Living Wage employer

What are all of Taylor Swift's Eras?

Taylor Swift Era’s Tour UK: When will I receive Midnights presale code

Ticketmaster has sent thousands of exclusive codes so fans can secure tickets to Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour in the UK

Virgin Media customers across the country have reported an outage with internet service

Virgin Media customers frustrated as internet provider goes down

Police are trying to trace next of kin of Scarborough man Brian Catley, who died aged 76.

Police trying to trace family of Scarborough man who has died aged 76

We showcase more of your fantastic pictures of the Scarborough and Whitby area.

IN PICTURES: 17 stunning photos of Scarborough and Whitby, including summer sols...

Have a look and see if your favourite is listed!

The 17 best places to get a beer in and around Bridlington as chosen by you

easyJet has apologised after a man was banned from flying ‘because of his name’

easyJet apologises after man banned from flying ‘because of his name’

Let us know if an event you are attending is on the list!

IN PICTURES: 43 photos of what's on across Scarborough, Bridlington and Whitby

More wonderful reader photos of Whitby and Scarborough.

Scarborough and Whitby in focus - 21 wonderful reader photos showcasing beauty o...

Wellbeing walks are set to take place in Bridlington this July to help people connect with nature and improve mental health.

Wellbeing walks to take place in Bridlington to improve residents' mental health

Did your favourite place to get fish and chips in and around Bridlington make it onto our list?

NATIONAL FISH AND CHIP DAY: 17 top places to get fish and chips near Bridlington

Have a look and see if your favourite is listed!

BRITISH SANDWICH WEEK: Best sandwich spots in Bridlington chosen by you

More of your wonderful images of the Whitby and Scarborough area.

IN PICTURES: 17 glorious pictures of Scarborough and Whitby looking as stunning...

Lisa and Alan Williams' community spirit reaches far beyond the boundaries of the village of Staintondale where they live.

Moorland Railway and Gardens charity days set to get under way

43 per cent of leaders anticipate suffering a cyber-attack within the next two years

50 of the most common passwords in 2022 revealed

Photos from Whitby Goth Weekend 10 years ago, in April 2013.

RETRO: 17 photos of Whitby Goth Weekend from April 2013

More wonderful pictures of Whitby & Scarborough taken by our readers.

IN PICTURES: 19 stunning photos to show beauty of Scarborough and Whitby

The BBC has sent bombshell redundancy letters to some of its most prominent presenters - including newsreaders Huw Edwards and Reeta Chakrabarti.

BBC sends redundancy letters to top stars including Huw Edwards

Stunning collection of photos of Scarborough and Whitby. graphic: Duncan Atkins

IN PICTURES: 17 photos to show Scarborough and Whitby's glorious spring beauty
Spring has sprung – and what a great time of year to be out and about around the Yorkshire coastal resorts of Scarborough and Whitby.

The television presenter died on March 28, 2023

ITV to host Paul O’Grady tribute show – how to get involved

Wonderful reader pictures of Scarborough and Whitby area.

IN PICTURES: 21 stunning pictures to show beauty of Scarborough and Whitby

Police are probing arson attacks in Filey.

Filey arson probe: police appeal as two people seen fleeing the scene

A new Love Island spin-off is coming to ITV – and Davina McCall, pictured, wants to front the new show.

Davina McCall to host Love Island spin-off The Romance Retreat

The team at Emailmovers Ltd

Scarborough company Emailmovers Ltd celebrate entering their 20th year

Volunteers are wanted to help plant trees and hedges to protect the River Esk.

Trust's call for volunteers to plant trees and hedges alongside River Esk

The Romance Retreat ITV: What is new Love Island spin-off show for middle aged single parents? - How to apply

The Romance Retreat ITV: Applications open for Love Island spin-off

RNLI crew members Jonathan Marr and Matt Sharpe who will be sharing their knowledge and experience at the event.

Whitby RNLI to host water safety event for sea swimmers

Exterior view of Whitby Hospital.

Buy a Brick to boost Whitby Hospital Appeal fund

The online scams to be aware of this Christmas

Dementia Forward has just opened a new wellbeing cafe at the Coliseum Centre in Whitby.

The Coliseum Centre in Whitby hosts new wellbeing cafe

England's manager Gareth Southgate (Getty Images)

Man found guilty of sending racist email to Gareth Southgate

Bridlington’s French twinning group is restarting its social activities this month.

Bridlington-based French twinning group is back in action with three events – fi...

Hawsker Village Band will play at a lunchtime concert at St John's Church, Whitby

Village Band set to play Whitby's St John's Church lunchtime concert

The Age UK shop on The Promenade in Bridlington.

Bridlington Age UK shop urges people to clear out winter wardrobes and donate an...

Bridlington’s Spotlight Theatre is appealing for people’s memories of the venue from the year 2000 to the present day.

Memories of Spotlight Theatre wanted to create story about the popular Bridlingt...

These walkers enjoy a spectacular mountain-top view of the sunset.

Sunset walk raises more than £2,000 for York and Scarborough Hospitals charity
A mountain top walk to watch the sunset at more than 3,000ft has raised more than £2,000 for local hospitals to help fund extras to improve healthcare facilities and support staff.

Brownies and Rainbows are pictured at the Platinum Jubilee event. Photo submitted

Brownies and Rainbows get crafty to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

The Willy Howe Flying Club members who were part of the record attempt. Photo submitted

Willy Howe Flying Club members get 13 planes in the air as part of national Guin...

Police closed Albemarle Crescent for several hours yesterday evening.

Woman dies after falling from height on Albemarle Crescent in Scarborough

Farrer’s Restaurant and Bar at Scarborough Spa has launched a new menu and music night

New music and menu nights at Scarborough Spa's Farrer's Bar launches on Monday A...

All cash raised from the fayre will fund the Hinge Centre’s services.

Hinge Centre to deliver family fun with an Easter Fayre at Bridlington CYP

The Yorkshire Wildlife Trust hosts regular events from the Living Sea Centre at Flamborough's South Landing.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is appealing for events and engagement volunteers along...

Helredale Road, Whitby.

Roadworks on Whitby's Helredale Road now due to start a week earlier

Chris Evans captured this image of the Northern Lights off Whitby, seen here beyond the town's twin piers.

Northern Lights seen off Whitby: photographer captures these spectacular images

Celebrity antiques expert and auctioneer Angus Ashworth’s new series of his hit show The Yorkshire Auction House, which airs on the Discovery-owned Really channel, is coming to screens later this year. Photo: Discovery Communications

Hit TV show The Yorkshire Auction House searching for people who are clearing ou...

Scarborough Lions Club's annual New Years Day dip is returning after last years event was cancelled.

Scarborough Lions annual New Years Day dip returns