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Scarborough RNLI volunteers Dan and Jess have successfully achieved their Tier 2 pass outs. Photo Credit: RNLI/Philip Chittenden.

Scarborough RNLI volunteers achieve Tier 2 pass out on all-weather lifeboat

Thomas Murray, Town Mayor of Scarborough. photo: Anttoni Numminen, LDRS

Scarborough's Town Mayor backs ‘courageous’ RNLI

James Hutton receives his certificate of thanks from RNLI museum curator Neil Williamson.

RNLI gives special award to opera-singing busker who raised £10,000

Beechwood Care Centre's front of house manager Claire Gill with members of Bridlington RNLI.

Bridlington care home serves up a sweet thank you to emergency services

The Chief Executive of the RNLI, Peter Sparkes has issued a statement after online and physical abuse of the charity’s volunteers. Photo Credit: RNLI

Statement from RNLI Chief Executive Peter Sparkes

Firefighters set up a football day at Raincliffe School (2008).

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Dora Walker (left) and the director Robbie Bellekom alongside one of the exciting puppets used for the upcoming show.

RNLI Whitby theatre company work together on new show

Bridlington inshore lifeboat 'Ernie Wellings' searches the shoreline during the taskings. Photo: RNLI/Mike Milner

Four taskings for Bridlington RNLI Inshore Lifeboat

Help is at hand - Filey RNLI assist the Scarborough crew with a spare anchor after the latter last one during a training exercise.

Filey Lifeboat Station welcomes Scarborough counterpart after lost anchor

The Makara Morris Dancers will entertain at the event

Bridlington care company celebrates 40 years with charity garden party

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Scarborough Fire Station Open Day draws crowds as families meet firefighters
Families from across Scarborough turned out in force for a successful community open day at Scarborough Fire Station, enjoying a free day packed with activities and opportunities to meet local emergency services and community organisations.
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The RNLI is celebrating the 25-year anniversary of its lifeguarding service. Photo credit: RNLI/Fotonick.co.uk.

RNLI marks Lifeguard Appreciation Day and 25 years of saving lives

Blue light teams pose with Bridlington Mayor Mike Heslop-Mullens. RNLI/Mike Milner

Almost £9,000 raised at Bridlington RNLI Open Day as team welcomed visitors

The Four Jays is lowered into the water, by Ian Sandy.

Your Bridlington – Free Press readers share their fantastic photos

As World Drowning Prevention Day takes place on July 25, this incident is timely reminder of the importance of knowing how to float. Credit: Blackpool RNLI.

Terrified mum's near-tragedy prompts RNLI warning for Yorkshire beachgoers

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Full list of RNLI lifeguard patrolled beaches on the Yorkshire coast this summer

Pictured is the NCI trailer at Royal Parade, Filey. Image courtesy of NCI.

Coastal ‘surveillance’ trailer gets temporary extension for future use

Cromarty coach John Mitchell, centre, with his RNLI team, from the left, Sue Clarke, Kat Butler, Jason Webber and Alex Rollin.

RNLI volunteers hit top bowling form during visit to Bridlington Alexandra BC

Marching along the Promenade.

Bridlington Armed Forces Day hailed a success

The Bridlington Armed Forces Day parade last year.

Much-loved Bridlington Armed Forces Day takes place this Saturday

Helen Baxter (main image) Natalie Clydesdale (inset top) and Dalton Smith will take on the Great North Run. Photos: RNLI/Mike Milner

RNLI members on a great run for lifesaving charity

East Whitby Academy is hosting a 75th anniversary summer fair.

East Whitby Academy to host 75th anniversary summer fair

In the 1890s, huge amounts of cod were being landed at the South Pier. Image: Aled Jones

Vintage Views with Aled Jones: A photo showcasing a fish dealer and his cart

The BridBeat Charity Singers. Photo courtesy of Richard Attack

BridBeat Charity Singers to perform at St John’s Burlington Summer Fair

The scheme aims is to encourage people to become more active. Photo submitted by ERYC

Earn shopping vouchers by leaving your car at home

The coastal mobile trailer on Filey seafront. Photo courtesy of National Coastwatch Institution.

Plans submitted to keep ‘vital life-saving’ trailer on Filey seafront

NYFRS has issued the warning following a number of recent fatalities during the recent heatwave - Image: NYFRS

North Yorkshire Fire Service safety reminder after 11 water-related deaths

The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. Photo: RNLI/Nathan Williams

RNLI issues water safety warning following recent drowning tragedies
The RNLI is urging people heading to the coast or open water this weekend to follow key lifesaving safety advice, as the warm weather continues.
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The RNLI’s advice for anyone struggling in the water is ‘Float to Live’.

RNLI ‘Float to Live’ advice if you get into water trouble

RNLI volunteer Dominic Gregory is one of the guests at Scarborough's Books by the Beach

RNLI volunteer Dominic Gregory sails into Scarborough's Books by the Beach

Bridlington RNLI all-weather Lifeboat washdown after recovery. Photo credit: RNLI/Mike Milner.

Wooden sailing vessel rescued by Bridlington RNLI

RNLI lifeguards will soon be on beach patrol throughout North Yorkshire. Photo credit: RNLI/Victoria Tooley Blast! Films.

RNLI lifeguards return to Scarborough, Whitby and Filey beaches for summer

There will be RNLI lifeguards at Belvedere, Bridlington North and Bridlington South. Photo: Peter Hancock

RNLI lifeguards return to Bridlington’s beaches for summer season

The RNLI is looking for face-to-face fundraisers in North Yorkshire.

The RNLI needs you! Applications open for North Yorkshire fundraiser roles

The RNLI assisted with the rescue - Image: Whitby Coastguard

Young male injured following rock fall at Saltwick Bay, Whitby

Aldgate Veterinary Practice is raising funds for Bridlington RNLI. Photo courtesy of Aly Milner

Aldgate Vets supporting Bridlington RNLI as charity of the year

Volunteers get a helping hand from the Easter Bunny and Stormy Stan

Volunteers raise funds for lifeboat charity at Scarborough station

The pumping station sits next to the RNLI Lifeboat station in Staithes

Yorkshire Water invests £1.8m to upgrade Staithes wastewater network

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Your Bridlington – Readers share their fantastic photos

Seawater overtopping West Pier. Courtesy Marcus Whitmore planning studio.

Concerns over safety of Scarborough West Pier redevelopment

The body of a man was pulled from the sea off Whitby's Khyber Pass.

Body of man, 75, pulled from sea in Whitby

Members of Bridlington RNLI at last year's Great Gale service. Photo: RNLI/Mike Milner

Bridlington Priory service to mark 155th anniversary of the Great Gale

RNLI fundraisers play an important part within the charity.

RNLI teams across the Yorkshire coast are recruiting face-to-face fundraisers

Barely hours into the new year, Whitby RNLI and Coastguard received their first tasking of 2026. Photo credit: Whitby RNLI.

Whitby RNLI and Coastguard lead multi-agency rescue after man trapped by tide

Cold water shock is a very real danger for anyone entering water that is 15°C or below.

RNLI highlights cold water dangers for New Year dippers on the Yorkshire coast
The RNLI is urging anyone along the Yorkshire coast who is considering taking part in open water swims or New Year dips to be aware of the dangers.
Claudia Bowes

Clive Rand as instrumental in the fundraising appeal to secure Bridlington RNLI with a new lifeboat. Photos courtesy of the RNLI and Richard Ponter.

RNLI lifesaver recognised by The King in New Year Honours

RNLI charity donation tin stolen from Hinderwell Service Station

RNLI charity donation tin stolen from Hinderwell Service Station

Bridlington RNLI Volunteer Helm Ash Traves - Image: RNLI/Mike Milner

RNLI lifesavers from Bridlington prepare to answer the call this Christmas

Friendship Rowing Club in Whitby is holding the Gary Numan Disco night.

Whitby's Friendship Rowing Club to host Gary Numan Disco event

Preparing for the Pannett Park Halloween event (2012).

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For more information about the roles visit the www.facebook.com/BridlingtonLifeboats Facebook page. Photo: RNLI/Mike Milner

Bridlington Lifeboat team is recruiting volunteers on land and sea

Scarborough inshore lifeboat was launched to the incident - Image: Scarborough RNLI

Scarborough lifeboat launches to assist two in difficulty in North Bay

1:72 replica of Bridlington Lifeboat 13-22 ‘Antony Patrick Jones’ - Image and model credit: RNLI/Mike Milner

How to make your own versions of Scarborough, Whitby and Bridlington lifeboats

Stormy is set to affect the Yorkshire coast on Friday October 3 and Saturday October 4. Photo courtesy of RNLI/Stephen Duncombe.

RNLI urges people across the Yorkshire coast to stay safe during Storm Amy

Richard Dowson of Whitby RNLI is a champion onion grower in his spare time. Photo: RNLI/Ceri Oakes

Long-serving Whitby Lifeboat mechanic Richard Dowson takes on coxswain role

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