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• Filey Residents Launch Bold Bid to Save Historic Queen Street Land from Private Development

  In the heart of Filey’s oldest quarter, a dedicated group of volunteers is racing against time to reclaim a neglected plot of land on Queen Street.

• North Yorkshire Set for Global Spotlight as Council Backs Return of Elite Cycling

  North Yorkshire is poised to reaffirm its status as a premier destination for international sport following a decision by North Yorkshire Council to commit essential funding for the Tour of Britain.

• Parents Demand Answers Over Whitby School Education Concerns

  Parents in Whitby are expressing immense disappointment and demanding answers following a fiery public meeting regarding the future of secondary education and the decision not to join the Wonder Learning Partnership.

• Camra Backs Plan To Stop Scarborough Pub’s Conversion Into Flats

  A newly formed community campaign, backed by Camra and local councillors, has been launched to save The Duchess pub in Scarborough from being converted into flats.

• Repairs Approved For Charity Shop Exterior Damaged Beyond Repair By Storm

  A Sue Ryder charity shop in Filey is set for a makeover after its storm-damaged exterior was granted repair approval by North Yorkshire Council.

• A64 CLOSED Between Malton & York Due To Accident

  North Yorkshire Police say the road is closed in both directions near High Hutton.

• Hospital Chiefs Explain Bridlington Care Unit Closure Plans

  York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is currently evaluating a plan to shut down the Bridlington Care Unit.

• Deputy Mayor Praises Huge Surge In North Yorkshire Fire Safety Visits

  Jo Coles, the Deputy Mayor of York and North Yorkshire for Policing, Fire and Crime, has commended the region's fire service for significantly exceeding its home safety visit targets and leading the way on high-rise building assessments.

• Litter Lottery Sees Fines Vary on The Yorkshire Coast As New Powers Introduced In Scarborough And Whitby

  Litterers on the Yorkshire Coast face a postcode lottery when it comes to fines, with North Yorkshire Council introducing new crackdown measures in Scarborough and Whitby.

• First 'Cuddle Bed' Arrives At Scarborough Hospital Following Community Fundraising Campaign

  Scarborough Hospital has received its first 'cuddle bed' to offer comfort and closeness for end-of-life patients and their loved ones, following a successful community fundraising drive.

• Scarborough Athletic Chairman Warns Of Financial Challenges Despite Return Home

  Scarborough Athletic will return to Scarborough Sports Village next season following a year at Bridlington, but the club's chairman has cautioned that the move will not instantly resolve their financial hurdles.

• Anti-Fracking Group's Campaign 'Nowhere Near Over' Following Scarborough Gas Rig Rejection

  A North Yorkshire anti-fracking group vows to continue its fight as Europa Oil & Gas prepares to appeal the council's refusal of a 125ft gas rig in Burniston.