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Public invited to question police chiefs on tackling knife crime across South Yorkshire

The public are invited to attend a board meeting about what is being done to tackle knife crime across South Yorkshire

Mum and six-week-old baby terrorised at knifepoint by 1am burglars

The gang threatened the mum, demanding she hand over cash and her car keys

Strictly Come Dancing's new 7-minute spin-off announced by BBC ahead of 2026 series

Fan-favourite Strictly professional dancer Dianne Buswell is involved in the new series announced by the BBC

Murder victim's family 'deserve answers' as killer remains at large

SDLP MLA Mark H Durkan says Karol Kelly's family are 'distressed' as his killer Gary Anderson remains on the run.

Chinese takeaway in Kilmarnock cooks up top award

And this latest award comes on the business' 10th anniversary in the town.

Van fire closes busy Cambridge A-road

Police are assisting firefighters with the road closure

Hull and East Yorkshire schools eligible for up to £1,400 of government cash to spend on books

The Department for Education has pledged £5 million to be split between all state-funded secondary schools in England

Tories vow to replace tax rules which have ‘badly let down’ the self-employed

Shadow chancellor Andrew Griffith also said he wanted to simplify tax reporting rules for small businesses.

Fabian Hurzeler delivers concerning Manchester United verdict after Carabao Cup clash

Brighton have dumped Man Utd out of two cup competitions in 2026

Seaford vets urge owners to check older pets for undiagnosed arthritis

Seaford Veterinary Centre in East Sussex are encouraging owners to look more closely, as subtle changes in behaviour, movement and daily habits could actually be signs of painful cat and dog arthritis.

Glasgow’s Rogano owner loses Supreme Court battle with landlord

Forthwell Limited, the owner of Glasgow’s Rogano restaurant, has settled its Supreme Court battle with Pontegadea UK over a contract dispute, with justices ruling against the company on Thursday.

Andy Burnham new rule for state pensioners - but people who retired before 2016 at risk

PM and John Healey planning the move

ITV reveals first look at new crime thriller Two Birds starring Sheridan Smith

A new member of the cast has also been announced

Grieving sister nominated for award after brother killed in hit-and-run

The campaigner turned the devastating loss of her brother into a key support system for bereaved families

Manchester Airport flight declares mid-air medical emergency

There was a medical issue on board

If your hair won't grow any longer try method loved by Victorians

A woman on a hair care journey has shared the step that you need to ensure you complete every single time you wash your hair if you want to minimise breakage...

Convicted murderer Stephen McCullagh to stand trial on multiple charges of voyeurism

Stephen McCullagh to stand trial on multiple charges of voyeurism

Jury begins considering verdict in trial of Nottinghamshire council leader Jason Zadrozny

The council leader faces 12 counts of fraud by false representation and four counts of income tax evasion

11 of the pubs with the most character in Leeds - according to YEP readers

Forget the Otley Run, this could be your next memorable pub crawl route!

UK should not shy away from the ‘moral purpose’ of foreign aid, new minister says

Kirsty McNeill – the new minister for development, who formerly worked at Save the Children – has emphasised that she is a ‘huge believer in aid’ in two speaking engagements that mark her taking up the post

'Final milestone': New Huddersfield Police station open after 'death' of old services

The new Huddersfield police station is now open

‘You can’t be shy’: Joe Marchant on French lessons, England ambitions and his new famous father-in-law

Centre is back in the Prem with Sale after three years in Paris where he says he learned a lot more than the language and is ready to play for England again Joe Marchant admits he has been a disappointment. Significant…

Children to be moved into mobile classrooms as Sheffield school's heating system wears out

Buildings needed until new heating system is installed at school next year