York B&B MonkBridge House wins top England award
MonkBridge House, a family-run B&B in York, has won Gold at the 2026 Visit England Awards for Excellence, beating all other bed and breakfasts in the country.
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Gun fired outside York mosque; man arrested
A 44-year-old man has been arrested after a firearm was discharged outside York Mosque in the early hours. Police have increased patrols and no injuries have been reported.
Powerball Tickets Now on Sale in UK for First Time
UK players can now buy Powerball tickets for £4 per line, with draws three times a week. The jackpot is currently £300 million, odds of winning are 1 in 292 million.
Ruby Rae's Country Music Bar to Open Second Venue in York
Newcastle's only dedicated country music bar Ruby Rae's will open a second venue in York after huge success, confirming the historic city as the location for its new bar.
Nestle Keeps Original KitKat Recipe for UK, EU Gets New Flavor
Nestle has confirmed KitKats sold in the UK will retain their original 'burnt caramel' recipe, while the EU version gets a hazelnut flavor. The original recipe is deemed 'already perfect' for British consumers.
Constitution Hill out of Ebor handicap over prep time
Constitution Hill will not run in the Sky Bet Ebor Handicap at York on August 22 after trainer Nicky Henderson decided the horse lacked sufficient prep time to qualify for the £500,000 race.
Yorkshire Estate with 1,700 Acres on Sale for £14M
A 1,676-acre rural estate near York, featuring six properties and river frontage, is on the market for £14 million, offering a rare investment opportunity.
Aldi Fulford Road Reopens July 9 After 34% Expansion
Aldi's Fulford Road store in York reopens on July 9 after a major revamp, increasing shopping area by 34% to 1,146sqm, part of a £300m UK investment.
Morrisons Confirms August 1 Closure for York Store
Morrisons has confirmed that its Morrisons Daily store in Woodthorpe, York, will close on August 1, 2026, also shutting the on-site Post Office, as part of a wider plan to close around 100 loss-making convenience stores.
MonkBridge House in York Named Best B&B for 2026
MonkBridge House in York has been named the best B&B in England at the 2026 VisitEngland awards, praised for its charm, service, and central location near major attractions.
Man jailed for kidnapping and assaulting ex-partner
Leon Harvey, 43, was jailed for six years for kidnapping and assaulting his ex-partner after tracking her to a hotel in York using a tracker on her vehicle.
Man arrested after shot fired outside York mosque
A 44-year-old man was arrested after a shot was fired outside York Mosque and Islamic Centre early on July 30; no injuries reported.
Student shouted for help for 20 minutes before drowning
A student who drowned in the River Ouse stayed afloat for 20 minutes shouting for help that did not arrive in time, an inquest heard.
Three Jailed for Robbery Netting £15, Nokia Phone, Gold Vape
Sadie Metcalfe, Luke Clayton, and Lloyd Fitzgerald were jailed for a robbery that yielded £15, a Nokia phone, and a gold vape. They received sentences of 42, 38, and 38 months respectively at York Crown Court.
Revolution Forfeit Over Pride Jersey Refusal
York Revolution forfeited a game after players refused to wear rainbow sleeves for Pride Night. The team prioritized inclusion, continuing the celebration without the game.
Queen Camilla Braves Rain for Sky Bet Ebor Festival at York
Queen Camilla endured heavy rain to attend the Sky Bet Ebor Festival at York Racecourse, where she met retiring jockey Joe Fanning and presented the Juddmonte International Stakes trophy.
York Ebor Festival 2026: Newsboy's Day One Tips and Predictions
The York Ebor Festival begins Wednesday with the Juddmonte International. Chief Tipster Newsboy predicts 1-2-3 for each race on day one, including The Man, Haffner, and Pierre Bonnard.
BBC Presenter Wardrobe Malfunction at York Races
BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones had a wardrobe malfunction at the York races, switching to a polka dot dress that nearly exposed her in the wind.
Andrew's Shocking Dinner Question to Harriet James Revealed
Harriet James, former Pearl TN member, claims Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked her how many people she had slept with at a dinner 20 years ago. She responded, 'You can't ask me that!'
Woman Claims Prince Andrew Asked Her Jaw-Dropping Question
Harriet James alleges Prince Andrew asked 'How many people have you slept with?' during a dinner near York over 20 years ago, as detailed in her new memoir.
Awake Awake Review: Unreliable Memories and Mental Uncertainty
In Awake Awake, Fiona Mozley crafts a tantalisingly unreliable narrative about memory, mental illness, and history, following narrator Mary Mooney's pursuit of false recollections.
CIDP Diagnosis: Pins and Needles Was Early Symptom
Nadia Mulliner, 64, suffered falls and pins and needles for months before being diagnosed with CIDP, a rare autoimmune nerve disease. A physiotherapist spotted red flags missed by doctors.
Plan to house 1,250 asylum seekers in village of 600 sparks anger
North Yorkshire Council urges government to reconsider housing up to 1,250 asylum seekers at former RAF Linton-on-Ouse, citing lack of infrastructure and remote location.
Prizeland leads York betting tips for Ebor Festival day two
Prizeland is tipped each-way at 12-1 in the British EBF Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes at York, with proven stamina over 1m4f and a progressive profile.
Ebor Day 1 tips: ITEM nap in Juddmonte, plus other picks
ITEM, a son of Frankel, is tipped to win the Juddmonte International Stakes on Day 1 of York's Ebor Festival, where nearly £7.5m is on offer across four days.
Hernandez plans helicopter dash from York to Heathrow
US jockey Juan Hernandez will ride at York's Nunthorpe Stakes on Friday, then take a helicopter to Heathrow to catch a 6:30pm flight to Los Angeles, landing at 10pm before driving to Del Mar for Saturday's Pacific Classic day.
Daily Record's Ebor Festival pullouts: 12 pages daily, Aug 19-22
Daily Record publishes 12-page Ebor Festival pullouts from Aug 19-22, 2026, with tips, runners, and reader offers. Highlights include Juddmonte International and Nunthorpe Stakes.
York Ebor Festival: Yorkshire Trainers to Follow
David O'Meara and Ed Bethell are the Yorkshire trainers to follow at this week's Sky Bet Ebor Festival at York Racecourse, with both in top form.
Jim Crowley retires at 48 after horror fall and surgeries
Top British horse racing jockey Jim Crowley has announced his retirement at 48 after a horror fall at York and five surgeries, and will become a trainer.
Residents baffled by quadruple yellow lines in York
Residents in York are puzzled after four yellow lines appeared on Markham Crescent following road resurfacing, prompting council action.
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