Yorkshire Coast News

Police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage following a collision on the A171, near New Bridge, in Whitby.

Come along for cooking and fish craft demonstrations by local chefs, toe-tapping live music from local bands and sea balladeers plus family activities galore.

The largest martial arts and self-defence seminar in the UK is taking place at Bridlington Spa on Saturday and Sunday.

Following on from Jake Charles yesterday, another former Scarborough Athletic star has committed to Whitby Town for the new campaign.

Officers have increased patrols and are carrying out extensive lines of enquiries following two reports of indecent exposure on Hessle Foreshore on Monday.

Officers are appealing for information following a commercial burglary near Whitby.

Ahead of the busy summer season, North Yorkshire Council has teamed up with local people and organisations - including North Yorkshire Police - for a programme of improvement work in Scarborough.

All our local cricket sides are in action on Saturday, including Whitby, Scarborough, Folkton & Flixton, Bridlington, Driffield and Pickering, most of them are at home too.

The retailer Next has been given the go-ahead to expand its Seamer Road premises as part of the closure of its town centre site.

North York Moors planners have decided against objecting to a controversial gas extraction test site near the national park boundary.

The football club have revealed a new fund to help stabilise them financially while playing at Bridlington Town FC for the coming season.

A phased plan to fix Yorkshire’s broken railways, published today, includes a call for an increase in train services for Scarborough and for the Esk Valley.

Whitby Town have announced that Jake Charles has signed a new contract at the Towbar Express Stadium, keeping him at the club until 2026.

Bridlington is set to host the inaugural Yorkshire edition of DadFest this weekend, a camping festival specifically designed for dads, father figures, and their children.

The skies above Sewerby cliff top are set to burst with colour this weekend as the Bridlington Kite Festival returns for its 10th anniversary.

Groundwork Yorkshire has secured a significant development grant from the Water Restoration Fund to protect and enhance Hornsea Mere.

13 players are on the list, including Captain Will Thornton and top scorer for 2024/25 Dom Tear.

Royal Navy personnel from HM Naval Base Clyde travelled to Eden Camp Museum this week for a commemorative plaque unveiling.

Beaches along the Yorkshire coast are celebrating after receiving a total of 13 prestigious awards from environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy in their annual Blue Flag and Seaside Awards programme for 2025.

Part of the A64 will be closed overnight on Thursday and Friday.

Versatile Whitby Town man Aaron Haswell has signed a new contract with the club, keeping him at the Towbar Express Stadium until 2026.

An 84-year-old man has been jailed for over 22 years for sexually abusing two young children.

Four men have been jailed for a total of 13 and a half years for their roles in conspiring to supply cocaine in Scarborough between July 2021 and March 2022.

The newly formed Scarborough Town Council held its first meeting last night following the elections of councillors earlier this month.

Police say a missing man from Sleights has now been found.

The Thornton Le Dale Ukuleles are set to perform at a fundraising event hosted by Scarborough Rotary Club tonight to raise funds for Westway Open Arms.

A team of residents, businesses and stakeholders who will help shape Scarborough’s future over the next decade are welcoming applications for the role of board chair.

The bathing water season has officially started (Thursday 15 May 2025), marking the beginning of rigorous testing of water quality from the Environment Agency at bathing sites.

North Yorkshire Police say the 70 year old local man had been in a critical condition in hospital since the incident last Thursday evening.

Whitby Town have completed the signing of winger James Harrison

A new hi-tech street cleaning machine should be in use in Scarborough by July as part of improvements to the town centre which is also to get a new landmark large scale mural.

Whitby is set to host its first-ever chocolate festival in November to raise funds for the town's defibrillator project.

A major programme to help people in York and North Yorkshire with health conditions return to work has begun.

MPs and council chiefs are lobbying the government to lower its house building target for North Yorkshire amid fears housing development could become a “free-for-all”.

Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, has visited Fylingdales Church of England Primary School to witness first-hand the popularity of its breakfast club.

The station will be hosting an Open Day on 14 June 2024 from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Scarborough RNLI Lifeboat Station.

A Scarborough man has been jailed for sickening sexual abuse against a boy over several years.

A date with NATO’s most senior military officer in Europe awaits Royal Navy Warrant Officer Matt Brown as he receives one of the Alliance’s highest awards.

Scarborough Athletics' Chairman is asking fans and sponsors to continue supporting the club as it faces playing it's home games in Bridlington for a good part of next season.

Despite calls for better utilisation of Bridlington Hospital, health officials indicate that the town is unlikely to gain a full Accident and Emergency department.

A by-election for the North Yorkshire Council division of Eastfield in Scarborough has been called for Thursday, June 19.

Scarborough Athletics' first addition of the Summer is 21-year-old attacker Rio Allan.

The team at Yorkshire's first single malt whisky distillery is celebrating its success in a prestigious world whisky competition.

Scarborough Athletic's Chairman has praised the team at Bridlington Town for embracing the idea of a groundshare arrangement next season.

Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Mind is highlighting the vital role of community in supporting mental health and wellbeing.

Firefighters serving the Yorkshire Coast experienced a busy weekend, attending a range of incidents across the area and rescuing two trapped shoppers.

Keeper Shane Bland was one of the big winners at Whitby Town Football Club's Presentation Night on Friday.

North Yorkshire Police say the road is closed following collision near Potter Brompton

Scarborough Athletic look likely to play their home games in Bridlington next season.

The deputy leader of Reform UK has responded to claims that Luke Campbell is “not qualified” to be Mayor of Hull and East Yorkshire.

Hull and East Riding councils have confirmed that there will no charges for memorial plaques created for those affected by the Legacy Funeral Directors investigation amid social media speculation.

A Yorkshire coast rugby side are looking to break records, on Sunday, to celebrate the end of its centenary season.

All our local sides, including Scarborough, Bridlington, Whitby, Driffield and Folkton & Flixton were in action on Saturday.

Scarborough RUFC's season is over after a heavy defeat in Nottingham, on Saturday.

Alison Hume, Scarborough and Whitby MP, has underlined the importance of a new joint-initiative which aims to increase safety awareness and raise funds for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).

Trinity Road in the town was closed for several hours on Friday after a man was trapped in his car and required emergency service intervention.

Officers are appealing for information, dashcam and CCTV footage following a fatal road traffic collision in Aldborough on Friday.

Scarborough Town Council is set to choose its first ‘Town Mayor’ on Wednesday as the newly created body holds its inaugural meeting. 

Parents and opposition councillors have hit out at the council’s “appalling communication” over the introduction of new school bus passes following a change in policy.

The new owners of Scarborough’s Cask Inn have said they ‘look forward to restoring it to its former glory’.

Communities along the Yorkshire Coast are marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day, on Saturday, with special events including a concert in Scarborough and a vintage fair and evening celebration in East Ayton.

Scarborough Athletic Football Club is actively pursuing a temporary ground share arrangement in Bridlington as issues with the artificial pitch at Scarborough Sports Village necessitate a move away from their usual home for the start of next season.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume is pushing for Springhead School to be granted greater resources after witnessing first-hand some of the challenges being faced by pupils and staff at its sixth-form college.

Residents, businesses, voluntary groups and council staff have come together to boost civic pride, revitalise run-down areas and encourage more people to visit the much-loved North Yorkshire town.

An investigation is underway in Scarborough after a car entered the sea from Vincent’s Pier in the South Bay.

As a rough sleeper scheme in Bridlington receives more funding, health leaders in East Yorkshire say there is still more work to be done in joining up NHS and Social Care services in coastal towns like Bridlington.

North Yorkshire Council is set to receive a significant financial boost to develop tailored investment plans for towns and key service centres across the region.

A Coast to Coast Passport has been launched to inspire walkers and boost the economic benefits of Britain’s most popular long-distance path.

17 GP practices in North Yorkshire are set to receive funding to help modernise their buildings and improve patient facilities.

A £2 million Government investment is bringing an additional 32 Police Constables and 20 PCSOs to York and North Yorkshire

The CQC has given the Scarborough Hall and Lodge Care Home a ‘good’ rating following a recent inspection.

Police, Fire and the Air Ambulance are on the scene.

Police in Scarborough have brought a man to justice for a sexual assault on a vulnerable woman.

‘Urgent remedial works’ to Whitby’s Eskside Wharf have been approved by councillors despite impacts to the conservation area.

Members of the Royal British Legion were joined by the town's MP to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Communities along the Yorkshire Coast are preparing to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a series of ceremonial beacon lighting events this evening.

Scarborough’s Cask Inn is set to close later this month despite a campaign for community ownership of the pub.

North Yorkshire Water Park is launching a Unicorn Splash Park featuring three giant inflatables, including the world’s tallest unicorn inflatable

Scarborough residents are being encouraged to delve into their family history and share recollections of how VE Day was marked in the town back in 1945.

Mayor David Skaith says there is progress on train improvements but financial pressures on road upgrades.

Local NHS Bosses say they are still working on improving dentistry services in Bridlington.

Filey's outdoor paddling pool now features an impressive new 80-metre-long mural stretching around its entire inside wall.

Residents, community groups and local businesses who want to rid their local environment of litter are being asked to roll up their sleeves as part of Eastfield’s Big Clean Day.

Councillors have been asked to approve ‘urgent remedial works’ to Whitby’s Eskside Wharf despite impacts to the conservation area.

Luke Campbell has officially taken office as the first mayor of Hull and East Yorkshire following his election victory.

An out-of-school daycare in Scarborough has received a ‘good’ rating from Ofsted and praise for the ‘excellent’ behaviour of children.

As Saint Catherine's marks it's 40th anniversary the Scarborough based Hospice has teamed up with This is the Coast for the return of Bring a Pound to Work Day

North Yorkshire's mayor says there will be improvements to the county's bus services this year.

An East Riding health director says Bridlington Hospital could be an ideal location for more minor operations to ease pressure on the NHS.

The force have increased the number of people charged or cautioned in North Yorkshire.

Alison Hume, the Scarborough and Whitby MP, has raised Scarborough Athletic’s on-going pitch issues with former Premier League star Graeme Le Saux.

Humberside Police, who serve Bridlington and the East Riding, have issued a warning about ticket fraud with summer events approaching.

Scarborough Choral Society will be performing The Creation by Joseph Haydn on Saturday 7th June.

North Yorkshire's Mayor has said he'll put party politics aside for the sake of the county's interests.

Police say there is a prohibition of driving on Bell Close in Seamer between the hours of 8.15am and 9am and 3pm-3.45pm on school days. 

Residents of the East Riding will be able to enjoy trips to the North York Moors this summer.

The new season continues with Scarborough, Bridlington, Whitby, Folkton & Flixton, Driffield and Pickering all in action on Saturday.

Reform's Luke Campbell has been elected as the first Mayor of Hull and East Yorkshire.

Reform UK has won a majority of seats in Scarborough Town Council’s inaugural election with 11 out of 15 seats.

An antique dance shoe, believed to date back to around 1932, has been discovered concealed within the ceiling void of the Royal Hall at Bridlington Spa.

St Catherines have launched a summer challenge to raise much needed funds.

Eden Camp, the modern history museum that occupies a former Second World War prisoner-of-war camp, will be marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a weekend of celebrations.

The Mayfield Care Home in Whitby has received a GOOD rating across all five key areas following its recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission.

Bridlington has seen the official opening of a new Citizens Advice office located on Manor Street today.

The organised crime group eventually pleaded guilty to the offences committed between September 2017 and October 2018

The brand-new £47 million Urgent and Emergency Care Centre (UECC) has officially opened its doors at Scarborough Hospital, marking the largest capital investment in the history of York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Scarborough Athletic beat Middlesbrough U23 2-1 in the final of the North Riding Senior Cup.

The North Yorkshire councillor for Eastfield has announced his immediate resignation meaning a by-election will have to be held.

Motor racing returns to Scarborough's unique Oliver's Mount circuit this weekend, with the first event of the year getting underway on Saturday.

Filey is playing host to its annual Folk Festival over the May Bank Holiday weekend.

An innovative project aimed at transforming man-made structures into vibrant marine habitats has seen the installation of beautifully textured and sculptural concrete panels in Whitby this week.

Bridlington RNLI crew have proudly congratulated volunteers Kristina Batalina, Aleks Lurans and Mike Patrick this week on successfully passing their Tier 2 Inshore Lifeboat (ILB) pass-outs.

The North East-based marine insurer, Sunderland Marine, is making a significant contribution to help protect the local fishing industry and environment – working with the Whitby Lobster Hatchery to release lobsters back into the ocean.

Whitby Town Football Club has announced the cancellation of this Saturday's charity match against Inter Legends FC.

Councillors have been asked to reject repairs to a church hall near Scarborough over concerns it would have a negative effect on the local conservation area.

The routes for the opening two stages of the Lloyds Tour of Britain Women that will see the world’s top procyclists racing through communities across North Yorkshire and the Tees Valley this June, have today been announced.

Joe Fishburn who won TV's Gladiators title this year will be auctioning a special prize at Scarborough Rainbow Centre's Charity Ball in June.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about two incidents involving the attempted theft of a moped in Scarborough.

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution has issued a safety warning as the weather continues to get hotter.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a fatal collision on the road between Coulton and Yearsley, west of Malton yesterday.

Whitby Town FC and Towbar Express have agreed a multi-year front of shirt partnership.

Plans for 150 homes and a new country park have been submitted in Pickering.

David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, is reflecting on his first year in office, highlighting efforts to attract investment and bring powers to the region.

The Whitby Defibrillator Project (WDP) is highlighting the ongoing need for funding to maintain the network of 40 publicly accessible defibrillators located around Whitby and the surrounding area.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and art-science-climate organisation Invisible Dust have unveiled the final public artwork for Wild Eye: a new marine wildlife watching station on Marine Drive with a Mosaic floor.

Ahead of this week's MS Awareness Week, Bridlington MP Charlie Dewhirst, attended a Parliamentary event hosted by the MS Society, to learn about issues facing the multiple sclerosis (MS) community.

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Three MPs have joined forces to urge the Government to press ahead with the dualling of the A64 in North Yorkshire.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire says he has met with Scarborough Athletic to talk about the problems they are facing with their home ground pitch.

The private Moorland Railway and Gardens, located at Moorland House in Staintondale, is once again opening its gates to the public for its annual charity season with a special guest this weekend.

The hospice is inviting community members to explore its facilities today and learn about new services designed to extend support beyond the hospice walls and into the community.

A farm-based distillery on the Yorkshire Coast has marked a significant milestone by launching its first single malt whisky available through a national supermarket.

Simon Cope, the original chairman of Scarborough Athletic back in 2007, has voiced his confidence that the current problems with the club's home ground will be resolved.

The Coastal Services team in Bridlington are asking people not to use the town's paddling pool for washing dogs, bikes or bait boxes.

Scarborough Rugby Club are through to the next round of the Papa John's Community Cup.

There were ups and downs for our Yorkshire Coast cricket sides with Whitby, Scarborough, Bridlington, Driffield, Folkton & Flixton all in action.

Boro were held in the East Midlands on Saturday.

The Blues were well beaten in Cheshire by the NPL Premier champions on Saturday.

Bridlington Town ended their NPL East campaign with disappointment on Saturday.

The force covering Bridlington and East Riding are looking for talented newcomers.

It's at Compass Fitness, who are working with Bud's Gym to raise money and awareness for Scarborough Survivors.

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