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National Fire Sector Report praises services in parts of Yorkshire

National Fire Sector Report praises services in parts of Yorkshire

by Casey Peyton | Nov 5, 2025 | East Riding of Yorkshire, General News

Parts of Yorkshire have been recognised for excellence in the annual National Fire Sector Report, which provides an overview of fire and rescue services. Humberside Fire and Rescue was mentioned in the report for its contribution to community safety and innovation in...
Five men in court over lorry robbery near Harrogate

Five men in court over lorry robbery near Harrogate

by Will Atherton | Nov 5, 2025 | General News

Five men are set to appear in court today (Wednesday 5 November) after a failed attempt to rob a lorry from a business near Harrogate. Police responded quickly following a call at 4.440am on Tuesday 4 November, which reported that two vehicles had been stolen from a...
Major initiative to ‘Keep Britain Working’ backed by regional leaders

Major initiative to ‘Keep Britain Working’ backed by regional leaders

by Casey Peyton | Nov 5, 2025 | General News, South Yorkshire

An initiative to support employees keeping healthy in work has received backing by the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA). They will work in partnership with the government, as part of a three year scheme, led by Sir Charlie Mayfield. It focuses on...
Man sent to prison after setting fire to van near nursery

Man sent to prison after setting fire to van near nursery

by Casey Peyton | Nov 5, 2025 | East Riding of Yorkshire, General News, Home Page Top Story

A man who set fire to a van parked near a nursery in Bridlington, was sentenced at Hull Crown Court on Friday 31 October. Ben Dobson, 38, was sentenced to one year and two months for his offence’s. He was charged with arson, assaulting an emergency worker and...
York’s smoking rate drops to one of country’s lowest

York’s smoking rate drops to one of country’s lowest

by Will Atherton | Nov 5, 2025 | General News, North Yorkshire, Uncategorised

Adult smoking rates in York have dropped to just 6.7%, making the city 8th lowest in the country for nicotine use. This latest milestone reflects a broader regional trend, with Humber and North Yorkshire smoking rates falling to a record low of 11.7 per cent, down...
15 arrested after Bradford police raids recover drugs, stolen vehicles and £120,000 cash

15 arrested after Bradford police raids recover drugs, stolen vehicles and £120,000 cash

by Will Atherton | Nov 5, 2025 | General News

The raids took place on Friday 24 October in the Holme Wood area of Bradford, and led to the arrests of 15 people. A number of warrants were executed on 24 October at Holme Lane Business Park, Bradford. Police seized 30 stolen vehicles, £120,000 in cash, stolen heavy...
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