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Consultation launched over carbon capture proposals

A consultation on Drax’s proposals for carbon capture at its power station near Selby has been launched by The Environment Agency.

New head for local primary

A new headteacher has been appointed at Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy following the retirement of the current headteacher at the end of the school year.

Pupils thrive in robot contest

Primary school pupils in Camblesforth have built their own robots from recycled materials as part of an initiative developed by Drax to boost science, technology, engineering and maths education and skills.  

Sean packs a punch to win national recognition

A local young boxer is proving to be a real knockout in the ring.

New housing development is proposed for Hemingbrough

A planning application has been submitted for the development of 151 new homes and a community centre in Hemingbrough.

Opening of Riccall Woodmeadow only days away

Riccall Woodmeadow will soon open to the public in a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Councillors John Duggan and Stephanie Duckett.

Duo’s charity snack bar a success

Two kind-hearted Year 9 students from Read School in Drax, have rallied friends and local businesses alike to raise much needed funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

County appoints new High Sheriff

North Yorkshire has a new High Sheriff - the first to be appointed by His Majesty King Charles III.

Stricken cyclist thanks YAA for saving his life

A cyclist who suffered a major heart attack on a Sunday afternoon ride is says he is lucky to be alive and owes his life to the quick response of Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Brilliant banger survives chilly charity challenge

An organisation that works to prevent suicide among men is set to benefit after one of their supporters succeeded in driving 500 miles around the wild and wuthering north coast of Scotland in a £500 old banger.

Reality star visits Selby College

A finalist of the latest series of SAS: Who Dares Wins visited Selby College to talk to students about her experience on the show and her prosperous engineering career.

‘Good’ Ofsted report for Escrick Primary

Escrick Church of England Primary School was deemed a “good” school in a recent inspection by education watchdog, Ofsted.

Drax asthma case dropped by HSE

A prosecution against the owners of the UK’s largest power station has been dropped by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Good Ofsted report for Barkston Ash Primary

Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School was deemed to be a “good” school in a recent inspection by education watchdog, Ofsted.

Cliffe aid drivers witness tragic aftermath of Turkish earthquake

A husband-and-wife lorry-driving team have paid tribute to the ‘amazing people’ affected by the horrific earthquakes in Turkey.

Local author has the write stuff

Award winning author Christina Gabbitas has been nominated in the Yorkshire Choice Awards for Inspirational Individual of the Year 2023.

February 23, 2023

Skatepark plans to be heard at consultation event

A consultation event is taking place today to finalise the redevelopment plans for the outdoor skatepark in Selby.

February 15, 2023

Unitary authority to maintain covenant commitment

Thousands of members of the Armed Forces and military veterans have been pledged vital support through a covenant that will be adopted by the new North Yorkshire Council.

February 9, 2023

Students exhibit climate crisis art

Higher Education Art and Design students from Selby College recently held a thought-provoking art exhibition highlighting the effects global warming is having on our planet.

January 27, 2023

New arts programme to launch in Selby

Talented residents will soon have the opportunity to feature in a new arts programme based in Selby.

January 26, 2023

Retired Selby teacher pens debut book

A retired teacher from Selby has written and published her first book - a story she originally wrote for her own children.

January 20, 2023

Charity receives a handful of hope

Selby Hands of Hope were incredibly grateful upon receiving a generous cheque from kind members of Soul in Selby.

January 20, 2023

Million-metre challenge raises £3,000 for charity

More than £3,000 has been raised for a charity which helps men who are feeling suicidal.

January 13, 2023

Many local bus fares capped at £2 until April

Fares for thousands of bus users in the Selby and Goole area have been capped at £2 per single journey until the end of March, meaning travel will be significantly cheaper for most travellers.

January 12, 2023

Monk Fryston students meet King Charles

Two Monk Fryston Church of England Primary School pupils were among those fortunate to meet King Charles III as he unveiled a statue of the late Queen at York Minster.

January 6, 2023

West Cowick murder victim named by police

Police have this afternoon named the victim of yesterday's murder in West Cowick.

December 29, 2022

Woman arrested on suspicion of murder in West Cowick

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in West Cowick, near Snaith.

December 29, 2022

Jamie’s pyjama appeal exceeds expectations

Over 400 pairs of brand new pyjamas have found their way to hospitals in time for Christmas, thanks to this year’s Jim-Jams for Jamie appeal.

December 27, 2022

Threat of closure for Wistow pre-school

There is ‘imminent danger’ of a charity-run preschool in Wistow closing unless it can raise £10,000 to help keep it afloat.

December 16, 2022

Free shuttle bus introduced following urgent work on Bubwith Bridge

A free shuttle bus has been introduced following urgent safety work on Bubwith Bridge - to make sure passengers can still reach their destinations.

December 14, 2022

County’s hosepipe ban ends

A hosepipe ban, introduced to combat the effects of drought, has been ended after three months as reservoir levels recover.

December 7, 2022

Work begins on community hub

Work to transform the former Co-Op building on Flaxley Road into a community hub is underway.

December 6, 2022