Yorkshire Coast News from Friday, August 28th, 2026

This is an update following an earlier appeal about a serious collision involving two men on motorcycles which happened on Mook Street, near Westow, at around 10.35am on Sunday 2 August 2026.

Controversial plans to build modern holiday let units near a Victorian landmark on the Yorkshire Coast have been refused after a backlash from residents.

The Yellow Weather Warning for thunderstorms is in force from midday today until 9:00pm tonight and covers the whole Yorkshire Coast.

Whitby Town will look to tighten their defence as they bring back veteran Alex White for a third spell ahead of their first-ever trip to Quorn in the NPL Premier this Saturday.

Scarborough Athletic face a busy bank holiday weekend with a home clash against Southport on Saturday followed by a trip to Darlington on Monday.

Reservoirs may look calm and tempting for a swim, but it’s important not to take the risk entering any open body of water.