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‘Violent’ man jailed for 12 and a half years after York stabbing
A man has been jailed for 12 years and six months after he stabbed another man in the chest with a knife on 3 June 2025 in Walmgate, York. York Crown Court heard that the defendant, Robert Elkes, chased the victim on his bike before stabbing him with what has been...
‘Violent’ man jailed for 12 and a half years after York stabbing
A man has been jailed for 12 years and six months after he stabbed another man in the chest with a knife on 3 June 2025 in Walmgate, York.
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£40 million investment to promote healthy living to be considered
A £40 million investment scheme that aims to improve wellness facilities will be considered by members of North Yorkshire Council. Councillors will meet next Tuesday to consider a proposed leisure investment strategy aimed at promoting health and active communities...
Nearly 100 knives taken off Bradford’s streets in police operation
Police in Bradford seized 93 knives and weapons during a citywide crackdown on knife crime over the summer. The Bradford City Neibourhood Policing Team (NPT) seized 93 weapons as part of a knife amnesty designed to make communities safer. Officers carried out regular...
Police uncover £600,000 cannabis factories hidden inside Doncaster homes
Police in Doncaster seized more than £600,000 worth of cannabis after uncovering two large-scale drug farms hidden inside terraced houses. Officers from Doncaster Central Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) carried out a series of coordinated raids last week, supported...
Sheffield City Council steps out tenant protection as Awwab’s Law takes effect
Sheffield City Council says it has already taken major steps to protect tenants and tackle damp and mould as the first phase of Awwab's Law comes into force today (27 October 2025). The new law sets strict timeframes for social landlords to address all emergency...
Drivers could be stopped under new police operation testing eyesight and vehicle lights in West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire Police are carrying out roadside eyesight checks as part of a national road safety campaign aimed at protecting vulnerable road users during the darker months. From 27 October to 9 November, police officers from the Road Policing Unit will be stopping...
Wanted man in connection with domestic abuse charges on the run
North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about 36-year-old Luke Owen, in connection with multiple offences including domestic abuse. Owen, from the Selby area, is still being searched for by local officers. If you see Owen, call 999 immediately. To provide...
Action plan approved to prevent homelessness and rough sleeping in Sheffield
Sheffield City Council has approved an updated action plan to build on progress made in tackling homelessness and rough sleeping across the city. The revised Homelessness Prevention and Rough Sleeping Strategy Action Plan 2025-2028 was approved yesterday (23 October)...
Sheffield graffiti highlights loud fireworks’ impact on veterans
A spray-painted message on a wall in Sheffield City Centre calling out firework displays is drawing attention to how loud bangs can affect military veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Officers join forces across England for ‘Operation Dark Night’
A major campaign that aims to reduce road collisions has led to police officers join forces for 'Operation Dark Night'. Humberside Police are working alongside other police forces in the country as part of the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC) Campaign. From...
Police appeal for information after crash leaves man in critical condition
A 26-year-old man is in critical condition following a single-vehicle motorcycle collision in Hull yesterday.