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Yorkshire Coast Skipper Selected as Clipper Race Skipper
Yorkshire Coast based Skipper Guy Waites has been selected as a Clipper Race Skipper for the international event’s upcoming edition.
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Key Witness Sought Following Scarborough Collision
North Yorkshire Police are appealing for a key witness to come forward along with any other witnesses and dashcam footage following a collision on Westwood in Scarborough.
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Mayor Continues Push for Half Hourly Scarborough Train Service
Increasing the frequency of trains between Scarborough and York is high on the Mayors agenda according to his Chief Exec.
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East Riding Council Schools Budget Deficit Increases
The 2024-25 schools budget is forecast to be in deficit by £18.1 million, an increase of £1 million from a previous report in January.
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Saint Catherine’s Launches Appeal for 2026 Calendar Photographs
Have you got a stunning image of the Yorkshire Coast which could help raise funds for Saint Catherine's?
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Emergency Services Launch New Motorbike Safety Initiative in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire's emergency services are set to work together on a joint motorcycle safety initiative which will spread lifesaving messages across the county this summer.
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York and Scarborough NHS Bosses Call For Closer Working With Mayor
The NHS trust that runs Scarborough Hospital has said it wants to work more closely with the region’s elected mayor to reduce health inequalities on the coast.
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Sports Clubs Face Potential Displacement from Scalby School Relocation
Local sports clubs in the Scarborough area could have to find a new home following plans to relocate and rebuild Scalby School on part of the former Lower Graham School site
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Scarborough Prepares to Welcome England Rugby Ace
"The Stars Aligned" to enable Scarborough College and Scarborough Rugby Club to sign former England International Ben Foden.
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Scarborough Hospital’s £47m Emergency Centre Could Open in May
Scarborough Hospital’s new £47m urgent and emergency care centre (UECC) is ‘weeks away’ from opening after a faulty boiler delayed it last year.
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Scarborough Athletic Extend Clean Sheet Record Despite Setback
Scarborough Athletic made it five clean sheets in a row on Tuesday night.
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Building Work Gets Underway on UK’s First Passivhaus Hotel, Pub and Restaurant at Runswick Bay
Construction has started this week to bring a new luxury hotel, pub and restaurant to Runswick Bay
Top Stories
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King cancels engagements after 'temporary side effects' from cancer treatment
The King has cancelled engagements on Friday due to "temporary side effects" from his cancer treatment.
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European allies not united on armed deployment in Ukraine as Macron announces 'reassurance force'
Emmanuel Macron has announced a plan for a "reassurance force" with several countries in Ukraine - but not all European allies have backed the idea.
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Mother of girl operated on 17 times by now-suspended surgeon fears she may never walk again
The mother of a young girl operated on 17 times by a now-suspended surgeon has told Sky News she's "angry and so upset" and fears her daughter may never walk again.
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New phrase called into action at Ukraine summit but it lacked real clarity
As European summits on the Ukraine war go, this one had the feel of a tempting, high-end takeaway meal.
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'Wait for results' of investigation into sonic weapon claims, Serbian ambassador says
The Serbian ambassador to Britain has said critics should "wait for the results" of an investigation after claims an illegal sonic weapon was used against protesters earlier this month.
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Six dead and dozens rescued after tourist submarine sinks off Egypt
The six people who died after a tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea off the coast of Egypt were all Russians, Egypt's Red Sea governate has said.
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How was the spring statement? Three experts give their verdicts on key policy areas
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her spring statement this week.
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Five people wounded in Amsterdam stabbing, police say
Five people have been stabbed near Amsterdam's central Dam Square, Dutch police have said.
National News
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King cancels engagements after 'temporary side effects' from cancer treatment
The King has cancelled engagements on Friday due to "temporary side effects" from his cancer treatment.
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'Child poverty will increase for first time under Labour and it's paving way for Reform', Corbyn warns Starmer
Child poverty is set to increase under a Labour government for the first time in history and an "alternative path" is needed to stop the rise of Reform UK, Sir Keir Starmer has been warned.
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'Disgraceful' amount of sewage still being dumped in English rivers, says environment secretary
The amount of sewage being dumped into English rivers remains "disgraceful", despite improved monitoring, supposed investment by water companies and threats of penalties from government, the latest data reveals.
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Mother of girl operated on 17 times by now-suspended surgeon fears she may never walk again
The mother of a young girl operated on 17 times by a now-suspended surgeon has told Sky News she's "angry and so upset" and fears her daughter may never walk again.
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UK greenhouse gases fall again - as renewable electricity hits 50% for the first time
UK greenhouse gas emissions fell by 3.5% last year compared with 2023, according to provisional government figures.
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Man arrested on suspicion of murder after 'motorist struck by another driver following fight'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a motorist was allegedly struck by another driver following a fight near a roundabout.
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Police appeal after man jailed for firearms offence absconds from prison
Police are appealing for help to find a man jailed for a firearms offence who has absconded from prison.
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Thousands of jobs at risk as British Steel consults unions over closure
Britain's second-biggest steel producer is kicking off a consultation that could lead to the closure of its two blast furnaces and more than half of its workforce losing their jobs - a move that will pile pressure on the government to improve an offer of taxpayer aid to the company.
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Donald Trump had 'big effect' on changing security landscape, cabinet minister Pat McFadden says
Donald Trump has undeniably had a "big effect" on the world's changing security landscape, a cabinet minister has told Sky News.
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Woman charged with stalking Madeleine McCann's family
A 60-year-old woman has been charged as part of an investigation into the alleged stalking of Madeleine McCann's family.
World News
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European allies not united on armed deployment in Ukraine as Macron announces 'reassurance force'
Emmanuel Macron has announced a plan for a "reassurance force" with several countries in Ukraine - but not all European allies have backed the idea.
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'Wait for results' of investigation into sonic weapon claims, Serbian ambassador says
The Serbian ambassador to Britain has said critics should "wait for the results" of an investigation after claims an illegal sonic weapon was used against protesters earlier this month.
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Six dead and dozens rescued after tourist submarine sinks off Egypt
The six people who died after a tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea off the coast of Egypt were all Russians, Egypt's Red Sea governate has said.
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Five people wounded in Amsterdam stabbing, police say
Five people have been stabbed near Amsterdam's central Dam Square, Dutch police have said.
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Alleged MS-13 gang leader arrested in Virginia, US government announces
The alleged US East Coast leader of the MS-13 gang has been arrested in Virginia, the US attorney general has announced.
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At least 27 killed as South Korea battles its worst ever wildfires
At least 27 people have been killed and dozens injured in South Korea as wildfires continue to rage across the southeast of the country.
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Turkish student detained by masked US agents for 'supporting Hamas'
US immigration authorities have detained and revoked the visa of a Turkish student - accusing her of supporting Hamas.
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US appears to be significantly increasing its military presence in the Middle East
The United States appears to be significantly increasing its military presence in the Middle East with the deployment of highly sophisticated aircraft and a second aircraft carrier to the region.
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EU citizens told to stock up on supplies in case of a crisis
People in Europe should stockpile three days' worth of food, water and other essentials in case of a crisis, the EU has said.
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New phrase called into action at Ukraine summit but it lacked real clarity
As European summits on the Ukraine war go, this one had the feel of a tempting, high-end takeaway meal.
Entertainment News
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BAFTA TV Awards nominations revealed - including nods for Baby Reindeer, Mr Bates vs The Post Office, Rivals and Slow Horses
Nominations for this year's BAFTA TV Awards have been revealed - with Baby Reindeer leading the field with eight.
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BAFTA TV Awards 2025: The full list of nominated stars and shows in the main categories
More than 130 programmes have received nominations for this year's BAFTA TV Awards.
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Oasis fans may have been misled, watchdog says as it calls for Ticketmaster changes
Ticketmaster may have misled music fans over Oasis concert ticket prices, a competition watchdog investigation has found.
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Prince William meets Clarkson's Farm star to discuss challenges the industry is facing
There aren't many people who could greet Prince William by cheekily saying "great hair", but Kaleb Cooper, one of the most famous names in British farming right now, got away with it as he joined William to talk about the state of the industry.
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Laurence Fox charged with sexual offence
Laurence Fox has been charged with a sexual offence, the Metropolitan Police have confirmed.
Sport
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Premier League Darts: Luke Littler continues dominance with 6-1 win over Luke Humphries in Newcastle
Luke Littler cruised to a 6-1 final victory over Luke Humphries on Night Eight of the Premier League in Newcastle to extend his dominant lead at the top of the table.
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Summer transfer window 2025 dates: When does it open and close? Deadline Day and Club World Cup window for Premier League
Premier League clubs have agreed on the 2025 summer transfer window dates following a shareholders' meeting in central London.
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Yuki Tsunoda replaces Liam Lawson: Red Bull's problem in finding a team-mate for Max Verstappen
Being Max Verstappen's team-mate has been an issue for the last six years but Liam Lawson's shock demotion after just two races is extreme, even by Red Bull standards.
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Renee Slegers hails best night of Arsenal reign as Alessia Russo calls Champions League win over Real Madrid 'amazing'
Renee Slegers said Arsenal's 3-0 win over Real Madrid was the best performance of her reign, while Alessia Russo insists her side always knew they could turn the tie around as the Gunners overturned a 2-0 first-leg deficit to book their place in the semi-finals of the Women's Champions League.
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Premier League sliding doors: The moments and fine margins which have shaped the season - and how it could have been different
Football is a game of fine margins. A goal-line clearance, a missed penalty or a controversial call from the officials can change a match, a season, a career.
Video
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King cancels engagements after 'temporary side effects' from cancer treatment
The King has cancelled engagements on Friday due to "temporary side effects" from his cancer treatment.
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Bank payday outages 'will absolutely happen again', tech expert says
Payday banking outages will happen again but are unlikely to occur tomorrow, according to a banking technology expert.
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CCTV shows shoplifters using pythons to distract cashier before stealing from petrol station
Police are hunting for four suspects who used two pythons to distract a cashier before stealing $400 worth of CBD oil from a petrol station.
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Thousands of jobs at risk as British Steel consults unions over closure
Britain's second-biggest steel producer is kicking off a consultation that could lead to the closure of its two blast furnaces and more than half of its workforce losing their jobs - a move that will pile pressure on the government to improve an offer of taxpayer aid to the company.
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'Disgraceful' amount of sewage still being dumped in English rivers, says environment secretary
The amount of sewage being dumped into English rivers remains "disgraceful", despite improved monitoring, supposed investment by water companies and threats of penalties from government, the latest data reveals.
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'Wait for results' of investigation into sonic weapon claims, Serbian ambassador says
The Serbian ambassador to Britain has said critics should "wait for the results" of an investigation after claims an illegal sonic weapon was used against protesters earlier this month.
Technology
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Labour unease builds over suggestions ministers could axe digital tax on tech giants
Labour MPs have expressed concern about potential plans to cut or scrap a tax paid by tech giants to stave off the threat of Donald Trump's tariffs.
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'Disgraceful' amount of sewage still being dumped in English rivers, says environment secretary
The amount of sewage being dumped into English rivers remains "disgraceful", despite improved monitoring, supposed investment by water companies and threats of penalties from government, the latest data reveals.
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UK greenhouse gases fall again - as renewable electricity hits 50% for the first time
UK greenhouse gas emissions fell by 3.5% last year compared with 2023, according to provisional government figures.
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HIV deaths and infections will rise as a result of foreign aid cuts, study warns
HIV deaths and infections will rise as a result of cuts to foreign aid, a study has warned.