Scarborough News

Here is the latest Scarborough News from This is the Coast

• North Yorkshire's Public Toilets are Threatened with Closure as New 50p Fee Proposed

  A fee of up to 50p could be introduced to use public toilets across North Yorkshire, while underused or dilapidated conveniences could be closed.

• Langdale Fire Funding- Scarborough & Whitby MP Asks Government Colleagues For Help

  Alison Hume has addressed parliament regarding a need for funding to be widened in the wake of the Langdale Moor fire.

• Scarborough Athletic Chief: Big Improvement Needed After Cup Exit

  Jono Greening wants a big improvement on Saturday as Kidderminster Harriers take on Scarborough Athletic at the Mounting Systems Stadium.

• No Delay for Burniston Gas Rig Decision

  North Yorkshire Council has said it is not planning on delaying a decision on proposals for a gas drilling rig near Scarborough.

• Scarborough and Brid Again Battle To Stay On Top

  The towns' rugby sides continue to lead the way in their respective leagues.

• Burniston Gas Well Plan Recommended for Approval Despite 1500 Objections

  Plans for a controversial gas drilling rig near Scarborough have been recommended for approval despite more than 1,500 local objections.

• Scarborough Athletic Chair Eyeing Playoffs

  Boro chair Trevor Bull says finishing in the playoffs would be a great result after a season of turmoil.

• Flood Warnings Issued For Scarborough's Sandside & Foreshore Road

  The Flood Warnings come into force this evening and affect South Bay between Aquarium Top and the Toll House.

• Location for Scarborough's 400th Anniversary Sculpture Confirmed

  Plans are gathering pace for a historic milestone on the Yorkshire Coast as Scarborough prepares to celebrate 400 years since its official designation as a spa town.

• Scarborough and Whitby MP Presses for Burniston Fracking Decision to be Delayed

  Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, is pressing North Yorkshire Council to delay a decision on whether to give a proposed gas exploration in Burniston the green light.

• Pickering and Filey MP Criticises Government for ‘Unfair’ Rural Funding Settlement

  The Member of Parliament for Pickering and Filey, Kevin Hollinrake, has launched a sharp critique of the government's latest local council funding settlement, claiming it fundamentally disadvantages rural communities such as North Yorkshire.

• Eastfield Boxing Club Film to Get Scarborough Premiere

  A new documentary about Eastfield’s Westway Boxing Club will be screened at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre next week.

• Scarborough Athletic Stunned By Minnows in Senior Cup

  A reshuffled Seadogs line-up were beaten on penalties by Yarm & Eaglescliffe, from four divisions below, on Tuesday night.

• Scarborough Café and Flat Plans Opposed by Town Councillors

  Plans to convert a former salon in Scarborough into a café with flats above it have been opposed by local councillors.

• Scarborough Chip Shop's Alcohol Bid Approved Despite Concerns

  Councillors have approved a ‘world-famous’ Scarborough fish and chip shop’s application to sell alcohol and play music despite local concerns.

• Scarborough Fish and Chip Shop’s Alcohol Plan to be Decided

  A ‘world-famous’ Scarborough fish and chip shop’s application to sell alcohol and play music is to be decided by councillors following local concerns.