Latest News from Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

YO1 Radio brings you the highlights of the very latest key local news ...
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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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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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£33.8m scheme for 93 affordable flats at 'challenging' York site
Castle Mills - City of York Council to decide on flats scheme



