Yorkshire Coast News from Friday, September 25th, 2026

RAF Fylingdales has been awarded the Honorary Freedom of the Town of Whitby in recognition of its vital national defence service and six-decade bond with the local community.

A campaign group is threatening to complain to the Local Government Ombudsman over North Yorkshire Council's implementation of a 100 per cent second homes tax, alleging maladministration.

Residents of coastal towns including Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey are being invited to help shape the future of regional transport at upcoming consultation events for the Mayor's draft Local Transport Plan.

Pupils at Filey Junior School have worn pink clothing on Friday to raise awareness for organ donation, inspired by a teacher whose mother and aunt both became life-saving donors.

Plans for a new multi-use games area at St George’s RC Primary School in Eastfield have been approved to help address the town's lack of sporting facilities.

South Cliff Gardens and Peasholm Park have scooped top honours at the annual Yorkshire in Bloom awards, celebrating the dedication of local volunteers and parks staff.

More than 20,000 people attended the internationally recognised Race the Waves vintage motoring event in Bridlington, bringing a major economic boost to the coastal community.

​St George’s RC Primary at Overdale in Eastfield, Scarborough, will construct a new multi-use games area (MUGA) for use by pupils and residents.

Our leading Yorkshire Coast Rugby Union sides kick off their league campaigns on Saturday.

Pikes are at home on Saturday as they look to extend their bright spell.

Humberside Police say officers made an arrest after they were called to reports of a road rage incident on Main Road in Humbleton on Thursday night, around 9.30pm.

64 arrests were made, weapons seized and cash recovered as North Yorkshire Police worked around the clock for 24 hours in the biggest operation in the force’s history.

A proposed tourism levy could be used to extend the visitor season and boost hospitality businesses along the North Yorkshire Coast.