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Laura & James from near Whitby will today complete a 3-day challenge to raise money for 'Cure Usher Sydrome' which their 2 year old daughter has been diagnosed with.

A growing chorus of local representatives is calling for an immediate pause to the planned closure of the Bridlington Care Unit, as health chiefs at the York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust prepare to shutter the facility on 1st June 2026.

North Yorkshire Council is moving forward with a proposal to increase maximum hackney carriage fares by 5% in response to a surge in fuel costs driven by the ongoing conflict in Iran.

An independent family-run food hall in Seamer has beaten two thousand entries to be crowned the top start-up business in the region.

Bravery during the tragic Withernsea sea rescue and outstanding community work in Bridlington have been recognised at the East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Chairman’s Awards.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has welcomed plans for a new overnight visitor levy, despite ongoing concerns from the hospitality industry that the charges could deter tourists.

Bridlington Town has confirmed its initial retained player list for the upcoming season.

Former Olympic boxer Luke Campbell looks back on the challenges, public expectations, and achievements of his inaugural year as the first Mayor of the Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority.

A North Yorkshire man who moved his family into a converted railway station on the Esk Valley line is encouraging others to explore the scenic route to Whitby.

In the heart of Filey’s oldest quarter, a dedicated group of volunteers is racing against time to reclaim a neglected plot of land on Queen Street.

North Yorkshire is poised to reaffirm its status as a premier destination for international sport following a decision by North Yorkshire Council to commit essential funding for the Tour of Britain.

Parents in Whitby are expressing immense disappointment and demanding answers following a fiery public meeting regarding the future of secondary education and the decision not to join the Wonder Learning Partnership.

The UK economy unexpectedly grew during first month of the Iran war, new official figures reveal.

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Police have launched a fresh appeal to track down 12 of the UK's most wanted fugitives believed to be hiding in Spain.

Women are being forced to turn to loan sharks due to a "hidden" but devastating form of economic abuse, new research has shown.

A second man has been charged as part of a counter-terrorism investigation into an arson attack at a former synagogue.

Over 100 people have been killed in a violent storm in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state.

The Duke of Sussex has expressed concern about a "deeply troubling" rise in antisemitism in the UK.

Hearts and Celtic will go head-to-head in a title-deciding clash for the Scottish Premiership on the final day of the season.

The UK economy unexpectedly grew during first month of the Iran war, new official figures reveal.

A second man has been charged as part of a counter-terrorism investigation into an arson attack at a former synagogue.

Police have launched a fresh appeal to track down 12 of the UK's most wanted fugitives believed to be hiding in Spain.

The Duke of Sussex has expressed concern about a "deeply troubling" rise in antisemitism in the UK.

Women are being forced to turn to loan sharks due to a "hidden" but devastating form of economic abuse, new research has shown.

The world's first breath test for laughing gas – or nitrous oxide – is to be trialled in southern England in a bid to curb drug driving.

Hearts and Celtic will go head-to-head in a title-deciding clash for the Scottish Premiership on the final day of the season.

This year's World Cup could see hazardous heat and humidity for players and fans at around a quarter of games, academics warned.

Over 100 people have been killed in a violent storm in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state.

This year's World Cup could see hazardous heat and humidity for players and fans at around a quarter of games, academics warned.

More than 1,700 passengers and crew members have been ordered not to leave their cruise ship while French health officials carry out tests after a likely stomach flu outbreak onboard. 

Benjamin Netanyahu's office said he secretly visited the United Arab Emirates earlier this year during the US-Israeli war with Iran - but the UAE has denied the trip took place.

An addiction counsellor who delivered the ketamine doses to Matthew Perry that killed the Friends star has been sentenced to two years in prison.

Israel's entry has qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final.

The UK's Eurovision entrant says it's been "a lot of work" to get ready for the contest, promising a "mega synthesiser" for the occasion.

Wordle, the popular online word game, is coming to our screens as a game show.

The prime minister has warned there will be "chaos" if the Labour Party is plunged into a leadership contest, as he faces a seemingly imminent challenge from Wes Streeting.

The UK's Eurovision entrant says it's been "a lot of work" to get ready for the contest, promising a "mega synthesiser" for the occasion.

OpenAI boss Sam Altman has insisted he is an "honest and trustworthy businessperson", as he rejected Elon Musk's claim he moved to "steal" the company and turn it from a charity into a capitalist venture.

A potentially final dump of "Mandelson files" is expected next week, piling more pressure on Sir Keir Starmer as he battles to survive as prime minister.