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Calls are mounting from local representatives for any future revenue generated by a proposed visitor levy to be ring-fenced for the specific communities that raised it, ensuring the money is not absorbed into broader regional budgets.

Whitby’s iconic Whale Bone Arch, a beloved sight overlooking Whitby Abbey, is deteriorating, prompting urgent action from local authorities, though efforts to secure a replacement set are proving highly challenging due to complex international and ethical obstacles.

Serious issues with bathing water quality in Scarborough need to be resolved ‘very quickly’, the county’s mayor has said.

A Filey holiday park’s zipwire and green area will be replaced with a multi-use games area following the approval of plans.

A political group on North Yorkshire Council led by Green Party councillors has increased its numbers.

Hundreds of residents from Hull and the East Riding took the opportunity over the spring and summer to enjoy trips to the North York Moors thanks to the return of a popular bus service.

Healthwatch North Yorkshire is asking people along the Yorkshire coast, including Scarborough, Whitby, Filey and nearby areas, to share what really helps them during health appointments

In a significant crackdown on retail crime, four individuals have recently appeared before the Magistrates Court in both Scarborough and York, facing charges related to shop thefts in Scarborough.

A special public meeting is to be held to discuss the findings of a report into the pollution of Scarborough’s bathing water.

Alison Hume, the Member of Parliament for Scarborough and Whitby, is urgently pressing the Government for definitive clarity on its plans to outlaw all forms of fracking.

A £50,000 community project fund to support local initiatives has been launched by Scarborough Town Council.

Scarborough’s recently reopened Golden Ball public house is set to undergo a set of external repairs and renovations.

The police watchdog says it is investigating after a teenager who was tasered by an officer on a motorway was fatally hit by a car.

Netflix has agreed a $72bn (£54bn) deal to secure Warner Bros Discovery's film and TV studios and supercharge its library through rights to top franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.

Iran's capital is counting down to "day zero" - the day the water runs out and the taps run dry.

It's a debate that has raged since the end of the COVID pandemic but, despite regulatory scrutiny, it's fair to say there's been no clear answer to accusations that UK drivers pay over the odds for fuel.

All flights were halted at Edinburgh Airport this morning due to an IT issue affecting its air traffic control provider.

Four people have been killed in the latest US strike on an alleged drug boat amid growing unease at the legality of the attacks.

A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious. 

Several websites, including Linkedin, Zoom and Canva, went down after new issues with internet provider Cloudflare.

All flights were halted at Edinburgh Airport this morning due to an IT issue affecting its air traffic control provider.

The UK is deporting 60 delivery riders found to be working illegally after an immigration crackdown.

The police watchdog says it is investigating after a teenager who was tasered by an officer on a motorway was fatally hit by a car.

Environment Agency bosses have been accused of "failing" to tell a cross-party committee of peers about three large-scale illegal waste sites - including one that was recently exposed by Sky News. 

It's a debate that has raged since the end of the COVID pandemic but, despite regulatory scrutiny, it's fair to say there's been no clear answer to accusations that UK drivers pay over the odds for fuel.

The lively market town of Skipton in North Yorkshire has been crowned the happiest place to live in 2025, according to an annual study by Rightmove.

Property is usually considered a safe, long-term investment, but with the era of ultra-low interest rates well and truly over, is it still a good option?

A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious. 

The number of flu patients in hospital beds across England is more than 50% higher than the same period in 2024, according to NHS data.

Netflix has agreed a $72bn (£54bn) deal to secure Warner Bros Discovery's film and TV studios and supercharge its library through rights to top franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.

Several websites, including Linkedin, Zoom and Canva, went down after new issues with internet provider Cloudflare.

Iran's capital is counting down to "day zero" - the day the water runs out and the taps run dry.

Four people have been killed in the latest US strike on an alleged drug boat amid growing unease at the legality of the attacks.

Russian President Vladimir Putin was given a red carpet ceremonial welcome as he arrived in New Delhi for the 23rd India-Russia summit.

Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, organisers have said - with several broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.

Australia will introduce one of the world's toughest social media policies for children next week, with a ban that comes into effect on Wednesday.

England and other qualified teams are finally set to find out who they'll be facing in the group stages of the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup today.

The assassination attempt on a former Russian spy was authorised by Vladimir Putin, who is "morally responsible" for the death of a woman poisoned by the nerve agent used in the attack, a public inquiry has found.

A Fabergé pendant has been recovered - after police spent six days closely monitoring the man accused of swallowing it.

Netflix has agreed a $72bn (£54bn) deal to secure Warner Bros Discovery's film and TV studios and supercharge its library through rights to top franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.

Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, organisers have said - with several broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.

Thousands of members of actors' trade union Equity are being asked whether they would support industrial action over artificial intelligence protections.

The hotly anticipated Spotify Wrapped is revealing our top tracks, artists and albums for 2025.

A doctor who pleaded guilty to illegally supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry in the weeks before the star's death has been jailed for two-and-a-half years.

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has extended his contract for a further four years.

Ref Watch's Dermot Gallagher has questioned why referee Thomas Bramall noticed grappling between Rodrigo Bentancur and Dan Burn, but then "ignored" it and needed VAR to help award a penalty.

Britain's Oliver Bearman has led criticism against online abuse after Kimi Antonelli was threatened on social media following the Qatar Grand Prix.

A new era is under way at Celtic after they named Wilfried Nancy as the club's new manager on a two-and-a-half-year deal.

Hundreds of UK online safety workers at TikTok have already signed agreements to leave the company, whistleblowers have told Sky News, despite the firm stressing to MPs that the cuts were "still proposals only".

Iran's capital is counting down to "day zero" - the day the water runs out and the taps run dry.

The assassination attempt on a former Russian spy was authorised by Vladimir Putin, who is "morally responsible" for the death of a woman poisoned by the nerve agent used in the attack, a public inquiry has found.

A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious. 

Four people have been killed in the latest US strike on an alleged drug boat amid growing unease at the legality of the attacks.

Russian President Vladimir Putin was given a red carpet ceremonial welcome as he arrived in New Delhi for the 23rd India-Russia summit.

Several websites, including Linkedin, Zoom and Canva, went down after new issues with internet provider Cloudflare.

Australia will introduce one of the world's toughest social media policies for children next week, with a ban that comes into effect on Wednesday.

Iran's capital is counting down to "day zero" - the day the water runs out and the taps run dry.

Hundreds of UK online safety workers at TikTok have already signed agreements to leave the company, whistleblowers have told Sky News, despite the firm stressing to MPs that the cuts were "still proposals only".