Yorkshire Coast News from Monday, June 1st, 2026

Scarborough Armed Forces Day has received official grant funding from the Ministry of Defence and announced that an RAF Chinook flypast will kick off this year's celebrations on the South Bay.

Whitby Town have secured their second summer signing ahead of the 2026/27 season with the addition of young centre-back Charlie Stirland from Blyth Spartans.

The Mayor of Scarborough has reflected on the town council's achievements during its inaugural year, highlighting a community grants scheme and a reduction in the precept despite the authority not yet taking on formal responsibilities.

Scarborough's town mayor commended the newly formed council's progress at a brief, sparsely attended annual meeting of electors.

York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has outlined his vision to expand Scarborough's tourist season and attract major investment through upcoming development projects and a high-profile summit.

A local person who became stranded halfway down a cliff at Pigeon Hole in Flamborough while trying to retrieve a dropped bag has been rescued by a Coastguard helicopter.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has fully reopened its 24-mile heritage route from Pickering to Whitby after completing temporary works on a historic bridge, boosted by a £50,000 donation.

The government has refused compensation for businesses and farmers affected by the Fylingdales Moor wildfire, prompting local authorities to step in with limited support and launch a major environmental recovery plan.