Yorkshire Coast News from Thursday, August 21st, 2025

Scarborough is gearing up for a significant milestone in 2026, marking 400 years since its official designation as a spa town.

In a move to address the rising tide of shoplifting, Humberside Police have announced a comprehensive strategy aimed at tackling retail crime across the region.

In a move aimed at upgrading public seating while promoting sustainability, Pickering Town Council has announced the installation of recycled plastic benches across the town.

A significant moorland fire near Fylingdales has now been burning for 11 days, with firefighters facing the additional challenge of 16 explosions from old military ordnance over the past week.

Beachgoers heading to the Yorkshire coast this August bank holiday weekend are strongly encouraged by the RNLI to visit lifeguarded beaches and adhere to safety advice.

Scarborough College is celebrating a record-breaking year of GCSE success, with its largest-ever Year 11 cohort of 86 pupils achieving excellent outcomes.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s trading standards service has successfully secured a three-month closure order against The Vape Shop on Cliff Road, Hornsea

In the early hours of August 21, two men were apprehended in Scarborough following reports from a vigilant member of the public regarding a vehicle behaving erratically in the area.

Scarborough UTC has announced its best-ever GCSE results since opening.

Bridlington North Library to undergo major refurbishment after receiving a £250,000 government grant.