THE YORK BRIEF - Friday, 9 January 2026
York thaws after the deep freeze as health warnings, business rates relief, river pollution fears and burst pipes dominate headlines, alongside culture, community campaigns and cautious optimism.
York thaws after the deep freeze as health warnings, business rates relief, river pollution fears and burst pipes dominate headlines, alongside culture, community campaigns and cautious optimism.
π° York's Christmas Market faces changes, Eden Camp gets new owners, York City extends unbeaten run to 22 games & Race Across the World is coming to York this spring!
πA York scammer jailed after a decade on the run, Acomb's youth crime down 72%, Harry Rowntree brings a stadium to tears, Leo Atang goes 5-0, and the Lit Fest is almost here. This is your Tuesday Brief.
π Vikings storm York's streets in epic festival finale, antisemitism concerns deepen, ITV cameras roll on Micklegate, a Michelin chef fights for York's tourism future, and there's everything a York resident needs to know heading into the week.
β‘ Vikings marched through York, City beat Halifax 4-1, a fly-tipping row erupted at City Hall, and your contactless limit is about to vanish. Your York weekend, covered.