Community Information
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New care home set to open in York
Clifton Hall care home to open in Shipton Road in April
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How to Tap into Active Travel Fund to Make School Run Safer
A £1 million funding pot has been created to transform York's school run by boosting safer walking and cycling routes in and around York.
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Age UK York Nominated for Charitable Excellence Award at Yorkshire Choice Awards 2026
Exciting news for local independent charity, Age UK York.
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St Peter's School - York Architect Brown + Company Key Role
A leading York firm of architects is playing a key role in the transformation of a top city school.
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Highly-Rated Abu's to Open Indian Restaurant in Harrogate
One of Darlington’s best restaurants is coming to Harrogate.
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Mum and Daughter Report Success at Brew & Brunch, Dunnington
A York mum and daughter report success with their new café, which opened in Dunnington before Christmas.
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First Upgraded Voyager Train Returns to CrossCountry
Rail passengers are set to see major improvements after a long‑distance operator launched the first of its newly-refurbished trains.
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Roux Scholarship Semi-Final: Rosie Bull From Black Swan
A chef from North Yorkshire is through to the semi-finals of a prestigious competition to find the UK’s best young chef.
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Caydence Guitars of Pocklington Set for Launch in March
A new company near York has been formed that makes guitars.
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Improvements at Mill Lodge NHS Ward After Inspection - CQC
Improvements have been made at a children’s mental health ward in York but further action should be taken to make it safer for patients, a watchdog has said.
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Race Across York
Fans of 'Race Across the World' rejoice because now is your chance to prove what you've been sat in the living room saying since 2019, 'I could do that'.
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Giant Inflatable Octopus Set to Make a Splash in York City Centre
Families in York are being invited to enjoy a spectacular free city-centre experience this spring as a giant inflatable octopus arrives for the latest Family Friendly Saturday event.
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Comedian Jon Richardson Helps Boost Shares for Fadmoor Pub
A derelict North Yorkshire pub which is being returned to life with the help of a television series has reached it's investment target with support from all over the world.
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York And Scarborough Teams Top STEM Racing Regional Finals
A team of primary school pupils in York have raced to the top in a competition backed by Formula 1.
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Seutonius Book to be Auctioned Off With Duggleby Stephenson
A rare book with royal intrigue and a personal connection to one of history's most iconic love stories is set to be auctioned off in Yorkshire.
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MP Rachael Maskell Backs Campaign for Fairer Football League
York Central MP, Rachel Maskell has backed a national push for fairer promotion in English football.
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Stillingfleet Beer and Music Festival Launches Ticket Sales
Tickets have gone on sale for a popular village beer and music festival, held south of York.
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Jane Tomlinson Appeal Receives £4m Applications to Giveaway
A charity appeal has received £4 million worth of applications for a new grant programme.
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Knaresborough Native Opens Art Gallery in North Yorkshire
A railway conductor has opened an art gallery at a Yorkshire train station.
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Two Girls On The Shore Joins Beverley Art Gallery Collection
A major new artwork by British artist David Remfry has joined the permanent collection at Beverley Art Gallery.
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Hungry Minds- York Free Meals and Breakfast Trial's Future
There are lots of options for the future of York’s free school meals and breakfast club pilots once a national rollout is complete, the council’s education spokesperson has said.
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DWP £25 Cold Weather Payments 'Too Slow And Too Low'
Nearly 1.5 million households across England and Wales have received Cold Weather Payments so far this winter - but campaigners say the £25 support scheme is too slow, too rigid and no longer reflects the true cost of heating a home during freezing temperatures.
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York Against Cancer to Sell Wedding Dresses at Event
A bridal gown could be the key to making a difference for a cancer charity in York.
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Burgess Pet Care Raises £6k for Martin House Hospice
A year of fundraising has raised more than £6,000 to help a Yorkshire children’s hospice reach its goals.
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Wakefield - Blue Plaque for Suffragist Florence Beaumont
Florence Beaumont was a leading UK suffragist – a non-violent suffragette – who played a pivotal role in ensuring that all women over 18 got the vote.
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Finalists in Best Hairdresser in York 2026 revealed
Best Hairdresser in York finalists revealed by The Press.
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Hunt for rare 'pink daffodil' with family ties to York
RHS hunt for rare 'pink daffodil' with ties to York family
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Plan to Build Courts in Scarborough for UK’s ‘Fastest Growing Sport’
A pair of ‘autonomously operated’ padel courts could be built in Scarborough if plans are approved by the council.
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Ryedale Foodbank Reports Busiest Period Since it Opened
A foodbank which supports people living in the 'food capital of Yorkshire' has seen its busiest period since it opened its doors three years ago.
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Wold Top Brewery launches Sports Beers for 2026 Events
A Yorkshire Wolds brewery has announced a sporting theme for its monthly special edition beers in 2026.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Day Event Returns to Scarborough
Pancakes, skipping, and seaside fun is returning to Scarborough this Shrove Tuesday.
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Garness Jones Says Why Demand is so High for Shops in York
The demand for city centre retail space in York is at an historic high with commercial property vacancy rates substantially below the national average – making those which do come onto the market like ‘gold dust’.
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A Yorkshire Man is Running 100 Miles for Children with Cancer UK
Jason Barnes from Pocklington is running the Rat 100 Ultra Marathon for Children with Cancer UK.
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Chinese New Year of the Horse in York 2026 - Celebrations
Dragons are set to take over the streets of York as a new year looms.
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FIFTY TWO at Rudding Park Awarded Michelin Star
The immersive 20 guest dining experience led by Head Chef and Host, Adam Degg is rooted in seasonality and sustainability and is now recognised by the Michelin Guide with its first Michelin Star.
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Chariots, Treasure and Power: Secrets of the Melsonby Hoard
The Yorkshire Museum announces first look exhibition displaying internationally significant Iron Age find.
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Snow Forecast for York - Yellow Weather Warning Issued
Snow has been forecast for York as the area prepares for a drop in temperatures.
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Age UK York Celebrates After Receiving National Lottery Funding
Local Independent charity, Age UK York has been awarded National Lottery funding to support its work in providing older people in York and their loved ones with an Information and Advice Service.
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York hospice calls for volunteers to help at Malton shop
St Leonard’s Hospice calls for shop volunteers in Malton.



