Yorkshire Coast News from Wednesday, August 19th, 2026

'Unsightly' and ‘hazardous’ Grade II listed steps in North Yorkshire will be repaired and renovated by the council after plans were given the go-ahead.

A major recruitment drive has been launched for the East Riding Council to find its new Executive Director of Prosperity and Place.

Christmas lights will be installed in Scarborough after the future of the festive illuminations was put in doubt over possible funding constraints.

Far too many East Yorkshire communities are being left cut off, according to a new transport survey.

A major station gateway redevelopment has been deferred in Scarborough over concerns about public drop-off facilities.

A seafront fish and chip shop, café, and public toilet is set to be demolished in Filey.

A seafront restaurant and café in a popular North Yorkshire resort has applied for a pavement licence from the council.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of everyone who supported Staithes & Runswick Bay Lifeboat Weekend 2026, nearly £13,000 was raised for the station.

Bridlington Town and Blyth Spartans shared the points in a dramatic 1–1 draw filled with energetic attacking play, direct long-range efforts, and second-half disciplinary chaos.

The Blues lost out in the North West on Tuesday.

Reported domestic violence crimes have risen by 6.5 per cent across North Yorkshire between April and June this year, prompting police to assess whether the increase is due to more victims or greater confidence in reporting.

Public toilet facilities across the East Riding will be reviewed to make them more accessible for people living with stoma or colostomy bags.