Great Ayton53 mins agoWoman accused of arson in court over flat fireEmma Largan, 44, appears before York magistrates accused of starting the blaze in Great Ayton. 53 mins ago1 day agoWoman charged with arson after flat fireThe suspect is also charged with burglary following the blaze in Great Ayton on Wednesday.1 day ago3 Jan 2026Snow, ice and fireworks in first days of new yearSee readers' photographs of north-east England and Cumbria in the first few chilly days of 2026.3 Jan 202618 Dec 2025Mildred the donkey joins school Christmas nativity"It's very much a family-feel school and the parents were delighted we could include Mildred."18 Dec 202513 Oct 2025Longsword dancing group plea for new membersThe Redcar Sword Dancers perform throughout the year, with a special performance on Boxing Day.13 Oct 20258 Sep 2025Cyclists to tow 500 white roses for cancer charityNorth Yorkshire's Charlie and Harry Tanfield are raising awareness of regional cancer inequalities.8 Sep 20259 Jun 2025'You just do it because it helps people'Gari Finch, 80, from Great Ayton, has volunteered for Cleveland Mountain Rescue for over 50 years.9 Jun 202519 Mar 2025Two further murder charges over fatal crashWilliam Birchard, 21, and Darren George, 22, died in a crash involving an e-bike in July last year.19 Mar 202531 Dec 2024Dog that spent whole life in kennels is adoptedWhippet cross Betsy has found a new home after spending a year and a half at a rescue centre.31 Dec 2024...
