Yorkshire Coast News from Monday, September 21st, 2026

RAF Fylingdales is set to receive the Honorary Freedom of the Town of Whitby in recognition of its 60 years of distinguished service and close ties to the local community.

False claims circulating on social media that more than 100 homes being acquired by North Yorkshire Council are intended for asylum seekers have been firmly rejected by officials.

Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume is urging the Government to close a legal loophole in forthcoming energy legislation that allows small-scale gas extraction operations near coastal communities.

Scarborough Athletic will travel to Macclesfield in the FA Cup third qualifying round after two second-half goals secured a 2-0 away victory against Dunston.

Three acres of land have been gifted to Fishburn Park Football Club in Whitby, securing its long-term future ahead of its eightieth anniversary.

Scarborough councillors are set to debate the future and potential reopening of the historic Spa Cliff Lift, which was closed indefinitely in August due to safety and infrastructure concerns.

A musical production that launched its run in Scarborough has been shortlisted for a major national theatre award.

Four hundred workers at the Alexander Dennis bus factory in Scarborough have ended their strike action after securing an improved two-year pay deal.