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Residents living in Norton are gearing up for battle again to fight the fifth planning application for what they describe as ‘totally inappropriate’ development next to the much loved Lakeside pond in the the town.
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Battle lines drawn over plans for self-storage units next to pond in North Yorks

Malton Town Council, North Yorkshire Council (NYC)and Malton & Norton Tidy Group joined forces in a day of action last week to litter pick, remove debris and weeds from the town's streets.

Malton Town Council, North Yorkshire Council (NYC)and Malton & Norton Tidy Group joined forces in a day of action last week to litter pick, remove debris and weeds from the town's streets.

Pilot project kicks off with community clean-up in North Yorkshire town

Former Green Party Mayor of Malton, Ian Conlan, has defected to the Liberal Democrats and is set to stand as a candidate in the 2027 North Yorkshire Council elections.

Former Green Party Mayor of Malton, Ian Conlan, has defected to the Liberal Democrats and is set to stand as a candidate in the 2027 North Yorkshire Council elections.

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Former Green Party North Yorkshire mayor defects to Liberal Democrats

Shopping trolleys, bicycles, road signs, traffic cones and dozens of bags of litter have been hauled from the River Derwent as part of a major community clean-up in Malton and Norton

Shopping trolleys, bicycles, road signs, traffic cones and dozens of bags of litter have been hauled from the River Derwent as part of a major community clean-up in Malton and Norton

Shopping trolleys, bikes and traffic cones recovered from River Derwent

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across North Yorkshire

Battle Flats Way in Stamford Bridge is set to close for repairs next month

Battle Flats Way in Stamford Bridge is set to close for repairs next month

Road in Stamford Bridge to shut as council carries out repairs

Several North Yorkshire roads are set to temporarily close, beginning in November

Several North Yorkshire roads are set to temporarily close, beginning in November

Several North Yorkshire roads to close from November for works

Church Lane in Fridaythorpe is set to close for new fibre network installation

Church Lane in Fridaythorpe is set to close for new fibre network installation

Three-day road closure planned for fibre work in Fridaythorpe

A councillor is aiming to introduce tougher measures to tackle antisocial street drinking in and around Commercial Street in Norton, following growing concerns from local people and businesses.

A councillor is aiming to introduce tougher measures to tackle antisocial street drinking in and around Commercial Street in Norton, following growing concerns from local people and businesses.

Councillor condemns street drinking in Norton, North Yorkshire

Cllr Keane Duncan, who represents Norton on North Yorkshire Council, says plans to close Ryedale House have been delayed, with most staff now remaining there until the New Year and weddings continuing until at least September

Cllr Keane Duncan, who represents Norton on North Yorkshire Council, says plans to close Ryedale House have been delayed, with most staff now remaining there until the New Year and weddings continuing until at least September

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Closure of former council office building postponed amid concerns

North Yorkshire Council has received multiple planning applications

North Yorkshire Council has received multiple planning applications

Local government

New homes, extension and tree work included in latest North Yorkshire plans

Church Lane in Fridaythorpe is set for a temporary closure for three days in November

Church Lane in Fridaythorpe is set for a temporary closure for three days in November

East Yorkshire village road to close for three days as fibre works begin

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across North Yorkshire

Battle Flats Way, in Stamford Bridge, is set to close for repairs on November 18

Battle Flats Way, in Stamford Bridge, is set to close for repairs on November 18

Drivers warned of road closure in Stamford Bridge later this month

A public hearing is set to discuss a contested footpath proposal in Skelton Moor

A public hearing is set to discuss a contested footpath proposal in Skelton Moor

Plans for new public footpath across York village face public hearing

Several roads, footpaths, and bridleways across North Yorkshire are set to be closed or restricted

Several roads, footpaths, and bridleways across North Yorkshire are set to be closed or restricted

Several North Yorkshire roads and footpaths to close as restrictions announced

Barry Island Pleasure Park Owner Henry Danter has spoken out about on street parking charges at Barry Island

Barry Island Pleasure Park Owner Henry Danter has spoken out about on street parking charges at Barry Island

Parking charges to increase across Yorkshire car parks ahead of Christmas

An independent panel that annually reviews allowances paid to North Yorkshire councillors has proposed a rise linked to the rate of inflation.

An independent panel that annually reviews allowances paid to North Yorkshire councillors has proposed a rise linked to the rate of inflation.

Proposal to hike North Yorkshire councillors' allowances

Cllr Lindsay Burr who represents Malton and is also a town councillor for Norton, said that she was very concerned to hear about closure of the sites.

Cllr Lindsay Burr who represents Malton and is also a town councillor for Norton, said that she was very concerned to hear about closure of the sites.

'Anger and shock' as mini recycling centres to be removed across Ryedale

North Yorkshire Council's Highways have also confirmed that the estimated total cost of the new zebra crossing in Railway Street

North Yorkshire Council's Highways have also confirmed that the estimated total cost of the new zebra crossing in Railway Street

Local government

Cost revealed for new pedestrian crossing in North Yorkshire town

The location of the proposed housing in Pickering. Image: Persimmon Homes.

The location of the proposed housing in Pickering. Image: Persimmon Homes.

Local government

More sewage pollution in Pickering rivers 'inevitable' if new homes built

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across North Yorkshire

East Riding Council has announced that Howe Lane in Kirby Underdale will be closed to through traffic for two days in November

East Riding Council has announced that Howe Lane in Kirby Underdale will be closed to through traffic for two days in November

Drivers warned of two-day road closure in Kirby Underdale next month

The Rosedale and District Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society will hold its annual general meeting next month

The Rosedale and District Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society will hold its annual general meeting next month

Plans for 2027 Rosedale show to be discussed at upcoming society meeting

Multiple temporary road closures are set to impact residents across North Yorkshire

Multiple temporary road closures are set to impact residents across North Yorkshire

Drivers warned as series of road closures announced across North Yorkshire

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North Yorkshire town council seeks new town crier

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Malton restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Malton restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across Malton businesses

Helmsley’s North Yorkshire Councillor, George Jabbour, next to the Barclays ATM in the town.

Helmsley’s North Yorkshire Councillor, George Jabbour, next to the Barclays ATM in the town.

North Yorkshire town to keep access to cash machine

North Yorkshire Council has announced its decisions on multiple planning applications this week

North Yorkshire Council has announced its decisions on multiple planning applications this week

Planning Applications

Home extensions and church sign among latest North Yorkshire planning decisions

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across North Yorkshire

Multiple roads across North Yorkshire are set for temporary closures and speed limit changes

Multiple roads across North Yorkshire are set for temporary closures and speed limit changes

North Yorkshire drivers to face road closures and speed limit changes

Part of Thixendale Road will be temporarily closed for fibre network installation at the end of the month

Part of Thixendale Road will be temporarily closed for fibre network installation at the end of the month

Five-day road closure planned near Thixendale for fibre installation

Malton in Bloom won the Golden Rose Award Category for the best entry in Yorkshire, at the Yorkshire in Bloom Awards Ceremony, held last Thursday.

Malton in Bloom won the Golden Rose Award Category for the best entry in Yorkshire, at the Yorkshire in Bloom Awards Ceremony, held last Thursday.

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North Yorkshire town wins top prize for floral displays

Local government

125-year lease signed to transform historic building near York

Saturday Market Beverley renovation

Saturday Market Beverley renovation

Local government

£530,000 Beverley market town improvement scheme completed

North Yorkshire Council has rejected claims circulating on social media that more than 100 homes being acquired under a council housing programme are intended for asylum seekers.

North Yorkshire Council has rejected claims circulating on social media that more than 100 homes being acquired under a council housing programme are intended for asylum seekers.

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Council reject claims more than 100 homes being used for asylum seekers

York coffee shop The Curious Coffee Company at Clifton has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol until late evening

York coffee shop The Curious Coffee Company at Clifton has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol until late evening

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Public notice: York coffee shop applies for licence to sell alcohol

Adessia Stream in York Railway Station

Adessia Stream in York Railway Station

Local government

Residents invited to have their say on North Yorkshire transport plans

The Springwood unit at Malton Hospital has now been demolished following the fire in July. Photo Max Downing.

The Springwood unit at Malton Hospital has now been demolished following the fire in July. Photo Max Downing.

Fears for future of dementia services after hospital fire

Concerns about the quality of recent highway works in two North Yorkshire towns have been raised by a local councillor.

Concerns about the quality of recent highway works in two North Yorkshire towns have been raised by a local councillor.

Local government

'Unattractive' highway works in two North Yorkshire towns prompt concerns

North Yorkshire Council has considered multiple planning applications this week

North Yorkshire Council has considered multiple planning applications this week

Planning Applications

Plans for 61 homes among latest applications announced for North Yorkshire

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced that Lob Lane, Saxon Road, and The Crescent will be closed from October 7

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced that Lob Lane, Saxon Road, and The Crescent will be closed from October 7

Three Stamford Bridge roads to close for up to six days for repairs

Nine North Yorkshire roads are due to face temporary vehicle restrictions

Nine North Yorkshire roads are due to face temporary vehicle restrictions

Nine North Yorkshire roads to face temporary closures and restrictions

Cllr Keane Duncan, who represents Norton on North Yorkshire Council, says councillors and residents are being 'left in the dark' over the closure of Ryedale House in Malton.

Cllr Keane Duncan, who represents Norton on North Yorkshire Council, says councillors and residents are being 'left in the dark' over the closure of Ryedale House in Malton.

Local government

Council offices set to close 'by the end of the year' as plans unclear

Food hygiene ratings in North Yorkshire

Food hygiene ratings in North Yorkshire

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire Council has received and decided on a range of planning applications across the area

North Yorkshire Council has received and decided on a range of planning applications across the area

Planning Applications

The latest planning applications decided on by the North Yorkshire Council

Changes have been proposed to the development of a former petrol station in The Square in Stamford Bridge's conservation area

Changes have been proposed to the development of a former petrol station in The Square in Stamford Bridge's conservation area

Changes proposed to former petrol station development in Stamford Bridge

Mayor of Malton Cllr Jason Aldrich near one of the newly installed signs which have removed the 'Do Come Again' and 'Yorkshire's Food Capital' straplines.

Mayor of Malton Cllr Jason Aldrich near one of the newly installed signs which have removed the 'Do Come Again' and 'Yorkshire's Food Capital' straplines.

North Yorkshire town removes 'do come again' from welcome signs

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to, and decided by, North Yorkshire Council

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to, and decided by, North Yorkshire Council

Planning Applications

Here are the latest planning applications decided on by North Yorkshire Council

Temporary traffic restrictions have been announced for York, affecting ten key locations for maintenance and development works

Temporary traffic restrictions have been announced for York, affecting ten key locations for maintenance and development works

Multiple York roads to close as major maintenance and development works begin

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses has been revealed

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for North Yorkshire restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses has been revealed

Food Hygiene Ratings

Here are the latest food hygiene ratings across North Yorkshire

NORTH Yorkshire Council has said current roadworks in a market town are not causing any 'issues'.

NORTH Yorkshire Council has said current roadworks in a market town are not causing any 'issues'.

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Traffic 'moving freely' despite closure of major North Yorkshire street says council

Alex Greening and Josh Cook from AG Gardening & Landscaping and Norton on Derwent Town Clerk, Claire Harrison.

Alex Greening and Josh Cook from AG Gardening & Landscaping and Norton on Derwent Town Clerk, Claire Harrison.

Wheelchair friendly bench installed alongside river by North Yorkshire towns

A safety certificate has been issued for regulated stands at York City FC's LNER Community Stadium

A safety certificate has been issued for regulated stands at York City FC's LNER Community Stadium

Safety certificate issued for stands at York’s LNER Community Stadium