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Works begins to safeguard sea wall

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:38:31 GMT

Work has begun to safeguard properties, a sewer and footpaths after part of a sea wall dramatically collapsed in Staithes.

Changes planned for house

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:12:20 GMT

A large balcony and a parking area are being planned for Kyle House on The Ropery in Whitby.

Delight as work starts on Whitby’s war memorial

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:20:43 GMT

Work began this week on Whitby’s War Memorial as those behind the project gathered to celebrate its construction.

Row erupts over ‘eyesore’ beach hut barriers which spoil view

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:41:09 GMT

The man who pushed for ‘eyesore’ railings along the sea wall in front of Whitby’s iconic beach huts, has defended the decision saying the council could have faced a corporate manslaughter charge if someone fell over the edge and died.

Get up to speed on safety cameras

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:06:42 GMT

Members of the public will get the opportunity to quiz the police about mobile safety cameras next week.

Goodwill told to pay back second home cash

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:23:38 GMT

Scarborough’s MP has been ordered to pay back thousands of pounds by the Parliamentary watchdog in profits made on his taxpayer-funded second home.

Industry united in tributes to tragic Gary

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:28:54 GMT

Following the death of Gary Manders-Powell on April 30, members of Whitby’s fishing fleet have paid tribute to the young man who ‘always wanted to be a fisherman’.

Police report almost 4,000 fewer victims of crime

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:49:34 GMT

Government figures have confirmed that North Yorkshire Police has reduced crime across the region by 10 per cent.

Ethel was a ‘friend to everyone’

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:58:52 GMT

A heartfelt tribute has been paid to a 94-year-old Whitby woman who has been described by her family as a “friend to everyone.”

Alison crowned care home manager of year

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:49:30 GMT

A Whitby care home manager has been crowned as the best in the whole country in a nationwide search.

A few words from the mayor

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:40:10 GMT

Two of Whitby’s most dedicated citizens have been given the prestigious accolade of Honorary Citizenship for their outstanding contributions to the town.

Police harbour office shuts after two years

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:38:39 GMT

The Harbour Police Office in Whitby’s town centre is set to close, two years after its opening was heralded as a huge leap forward in “community” policing.

Who is seeking your vote in local elections

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:34:04 GMT

Residents across the district will have their say on Thursday as to who they want to see representing them on their local council.

A busy year for town council - says mayor

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:31:55 GMT

It has been a busy year in many ways for Whitby Town Council, according to the town’s mayor John Freeman.