Yorkshire Coast News from Monday, June 1st, 2026

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RAF Chinook Flypast And Ministry Of Defence Funding Confirmed For Scarborough Armed Forces Day
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.
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Whitby Town Complete Signing Of Defender Charlie Stirland
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.
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Scarborough Mayor Outlines Town Council's Progress One Year After Election
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.
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Just Four Residents Attend Scarborough Town Council’s Annual Meeting of Electors
Scarborough's town mayor commended the newly formed council's progress at a brief, sparsely attended annual meeting of electors.
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Mayor Highlights Huge Opportunities For Scarborough's Year-Round Tourism And Investment
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.
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Dramatic Helicopter Rescue At Flamborough Cliffs After Bag Retrieval Goes Wrong
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.
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North Yorkshire Moors Railway Resumes Full Line Service To Whitby Following Bridge Repairs
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.
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Government Denies Compensation for Fylingdales Moor Wildfire Victims as Recovery Efforts Continue
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.







