News - Selby Times

US bluegrass comes to the White Rose county

A Tennessee bluegrass band are set to visit Selby Town Hall.

Selby cheerleaders pass national-level qualification

Seven cheerleaders from Goole and Selby have passed their Level One Leadership Qualifications with the UK Cheerleading Association (UKCA).

Scouts hold parade

Selby and District Scout Council recently held an event marking the passing of St George’s Day on Sunday, April 24.

News - Abby Backhouse

Body found in river during search for missing mum

A body has been found in a river near Kellington.

News - Lynsey O'Kane

Hambleton CofE Primary keep up the good work

Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school according to a recent inspection by education watchdog, Ofsted.

Trust staff taking steps in buggy bid

Woodmeadow Trust volunteers and staff will walk 203 miles around Three Hagges Woodmeadow in Escrick to raise money for an electric buggy to help visitors with limited mobility.

Murder investigation launched

A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead at a property in Selby.

News - Lynsey O'Kane

Much-needed A1(M) works now nearing completion

The finishing touches will be made to the much-anticipated project to improve Junction 47 on the A1(M) in the coming weeks, with work set to be completed by the end of March.

Plans for memorial to town’s mining heritage

A permanent memorial to Selby’s mining history is being planned.

Act of kindness cheers school’s staff

Kirk Fenton Primary School received a surprise from local firm RJC Plant Services on Random Act of Kindness Day.

February 24, 2022

Fundraiser Steve feels the burn

Almost £2,500 has been raised for a charity which helps men who are feeling suicidal.

February 17, 2022

Local supermums set up a money-saving swap shop

A group of mums who rescued a baby group from closure have set up a ’swap shop’ where parents can donate and swap children’s clothing.

News - Lynsey O'Kane

February 11, 2022

NHS expands Covid vaccinations to the most vulnerable 5 To 11 year olds

The NHS vaccination programme will begin to roll out to children aged between 5 and 11 who are most at risk of covid-19 this week, as the health service’s drive to protect the country from the virus continues.

January 28, 2022

The appliance of science at Selby High

Students at Selby High School have received a boost to their studies after two classrooms were renovated into science laboratories.

News - Lynsey O'Kane

January 27, 2022

Air Ambulance choc-full of ideas on how to tackle hypothermia

The team from Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) are urging people to stay warm this winter with a mug of hot chocolate to raise vital funds for their charity, with their annual YAA Hot Chocolate Fundraising Day.

January 20, 2022

Rural residents advised to be wary of burglars

North Yorkshire Police is stepping up patrols in villages across the Selby district following a spate of burglaries in the area.

January 13, 2022

Art group moves into new home

Cawood Art Group has a new home.

January 7, 2022

Drax to project new year message

Drax power station is aiming to generate some New Year cheer by welcoming in 2022 with a special message projected onto one of its 350ft cooling towers.

December 30, 2021

Free Wi-Fi available for all in Selby town centre

Free public access Wi-Fi has been rolled out in Selby.

December 30, 2021

Don’t forget to order your repeat prescriptions!

Yorkshire’s NHS 111 service is reminding people to order and collect their repeat prescriptions before GP surgeries and pharmacies close for the Christmas and New Year holiday.

December 17, 2021

Selby College’s Drax links strengthened by green grant

Selby College has secured funding to develop an education programme that will enable Drax’s employees to develop the skills needed to operate vital climate saving technologies of the future.

December 16, 2021

Prepare to be tickled pink

Drax Sports and Social Club presents its Pink & Proud Night early next year to raise vital funds for Cancer Research UK.

December 14, 2021

Covid-19 booster bookings go through the roof as 110,000 people get appointment by 9am

More than 110,000 people booked their life-saving Covid-19 booster jab before 9am this morning, the NHS has said.

December 13, 2021

Fundraising duo hand cheque over to charity

A husband and wife who raised thousands for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance have handed over the cheque to the charity.

December 8, 2021

Family extols virtues of guide dog training

A local family who took on the task of raising and training up a guide dog during lockdown describe their “rewarding” experience.

December 7, 2021

Author delivers important message

A Selby author has teamed up with North Yorkshire Police to deliver sessions in schools on county lines.

November 25, 2021

Lampers suspected as dog is left to die with broken back

The RSPCA is appealing for information to find the person responsible for leaving a dying dog in agony with a broken back in Camblesforth.

News - Hattie holt

November 18, 2021

Booster Bookings Boom As One Million Book Life-Saving Jab in Three Days

More than one million booster jabs have been booked in the last three days as the NHS vaccination programme continues its drive to protect the most vulnerable from coronavirus this winter.

November 8, 2021

Art group back in the frame

Cawood Art Group ran its first exhibition in five years last weekend, as talented artists flocked to the Old Boys’ School in the village to showcase their creative pieces.

November 5, 2021

Help give a child a happy Christmas

The 2021 Christmas Toy Appeal has been launched by The Salvation Army and the Selby Times.

November 4, 2021

Jim-Jams appeal has got legs

Pyjamas have been arriving thick and fast for the annual Jim-Jams for Jamie appeal.

News - Hattie Holt

October 25, 2021

Students gather at Abbey for double graduation ceremony

Selby College celebrated the achievements of its 2020 and 2021 Higher Education graduates at its first in-person graduation ceremony in two years, held at Selby Abbey last Friday (October 15).

October 24, 2021

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… with your help

For the third year on the trot, the Selby Times has teamed up with Selby and District Foodbank for our annual Christmas appeal.

News - Hattie Holt

October 18, 2021

Awards honour for local school

A top-performing school near Selby has come out on top for student wellbeing at a prestigious awards ceremony earlier this week, as they’re praised for their methods in keeping its pupils safe.

News - Patrick Gouldsbrough

October 17, 2021