Yorkshire Coast News from Friday, May 8th, 2026
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Scarborough Adult Gaming Centre Seeks 24/7 Opening Hours For Third Time
An adult gaming centre in Scarborough has applied for 24-hour operation for a third time, despite previous rejections and police concerns over local crime rates.
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Whitby Town Midfielder Lewis Hawkins Departs After Six Years
Whitby Town midfielder Lewis Hawkins has declined a new contract offer and will leave the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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North Yorkshire Conservative Councillor Defects to Reform
Political control of North Yorkshire Council hangs in the balance after Councillor Tim Grogan became the latest Conservative to defect to Reform, leaving the ruling group in the minority.
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Scarborough Athletic Honoured With National Fan Engagement Award
Scarborough Athletic Football Club has been crowned the winner of the Best Fan Engagement prize at the 2026 Best of Non-League Awards.
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Scarborough Community Rallies Around Evacuated Residents Following Early Morning Explosion
Local venues and community groups have united to offer shelter, hot meals, and entertainment to dozens of residents displaced by an explosion on Cambridge Street.
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Filey Museum Forced to Close Following Fire Safety Concerns Shortly After Reopening
Filey Town Council has announced the temporary closure of Filey Museum due to serious health and safety issues identified during a recent fire inspection.
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Scarborough's Cambridge Street Evacuated After Early-Morning 'Explosion'
Emergency Services including Police, Ambulance and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue are on the scene following the incident shortly before 6:00am.
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ScarboroughLight rain
High: 13°C | Low: 6°C
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Filey
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Whitby
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Bridlington
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News
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Scarborough Community Rallies Around Evacuated Residents Following Early Morning Explosion
Local venues and community groups have united to offer shelter, hot meals, and entertainment to dozens of residents displaced by an explosion on Cambridge Street.
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Filey Museum Forced to Close Following Fire Safety Concerns Shortly After Reopening
Filey Town Council has announced the temporary closure of Filey Museum due to serious health and safety issues identified during a recent fire inspection.
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Scarborough Fair Prepares To Launch With Action-Packed Fringe FestivalResidents and visitors are being encouraged to prepare for the upcoming Scarborough Fair, which begins with a diverse programme of Fringe events starting at the end of May.