Meeting Harry 'better than eating ice cream'published at 17:46 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Prince Harry proves a hit with youngsters as he carries out a number of engagements in Sheffield.
Read MoreMeeting Harry 'better than eating ice cream'published at 17:46 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Swan rescued after fishing hook ordealpublished at 17:44 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
A swan had to be rescued from a Doncaster lake after a fishing hook got stuck in its throat:
Image source, RSPCAThe hooked animal was seen last month in Martinwells Lake, New Edlington, by a member of the public, the RSPCA said.
A fishing line was still attached to the hook, which the charity helped remove at a local vets:
Image source, RSPCAThe swan wasn't injured in the ordeal, but the RSPCA has asked people to be more cautious about leaving litter behind.
Fire service's summer blaze risk warningpublished at 17:26 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
On what's likely to be the hottest day of the year, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to do their bit to help avoid fires.
Image source, WYFRSThe service says last year it experienced a "huge spike" in grass and tree fires during July and August due to "tinderbox" conditions.
Its crews are hoping that people will follow these bits of advice in a bid to cut the risk:
- Keep gardens and streets free of loose rubbish, which can be a target for arsonists
- Be careful with disposable barbecues and not having bonfires when it's warm and the ground is dry
- Don't leave wheelie bins out overnight
- Dispose of cigarettes carefully - "Don't chuck them into fields, parks, bushes or trees"
- Ensure kids aren't out setting fires - "It could scar them for life or land them in prison"
Legal action over Northallerton hospital changes droppedpublished at 17:04 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
A campaign group opposed to the suspension of services at a hospital in North Yorkshire has dropped its legal challenge.
Image source, LDRSNorthallerton's Friarage Hospital's A&E department was "temporarily" closed in March due to staff shortages.
The Save Friarage Hospital group was granted permission to challenge the decision in June.
The group has dropped its action after health bosses offered a full public consultation on the changes.
Helen Smith, from Irwin Mitchell Solicitors, represents the group and said: "It is now vital that the Clinical Commissioning Group carries out a full and transparent consultation, with an open mind on all the options including reinstating the A&E and other services at the Friarage, allowing residents to have the opportunity to fully take part in the decision making process."
The consultation is expected to begin in September.
Peregrine falcons stolen from Huddersfieldpublished at 16:42 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Two high-value falcons have been stolen during a burglary in West Yorkshire, police say.
Image source, West Yorkshire PoliceThe two peregrines were taken from the Crosland Moor area of Huddersfield between 16:00 and 23:00 yesterday.
The registered birds are thought to have been targeted, possibly to then be sold on to owners of birds of prey.
Both falcons have a unique identification number on a "ring" attached on their leg.
Anybody who is offered the birds for sale is being asked to get in touch with West Yorkshire Police.
In pictures: Flamborough Head in scorching summer sunpublished at 16:26 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
This was the scene a short time ago at Flamborough Head in East Yorkshire as the hot weather continues.
Image source, Joy Medina O'BrienJoy Medina O'Brien, from Harrogate, took the photo showing the distinctive coastline as temperatures there top out at 23C (73F).
In case you hadn't noticed, the country is in the middle of a heatwave, with temperatures in other parts of Yorkshire hitting 34C (93F).
Man jailed over unprovoked one-punch deathpublished at 16:20 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Anthony Welford was hit by Christopher Coakley outside a takeaway in Whitby and died four days later.
Read MoreCut off: York red phone boxes set to be removedpublished at 16:04 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Local Democracy Reporting ServiceNine public phone boxes are set to be removed from sites across York, BT has announced.
Image source, Tim Ireland/PA Wire/PA MediaThe communications firm has submitted planning applications for the payphones to be disconnected as part of its removal programme.
Applications have been submitted for the removal of two phone boxes on Tadcaster Road, as well as ones on Front Street and Green Lane in Acomb, Foxwood Lane, Wain’s Grove, St Wilfrid’s Road in Strensall, Horseman Drive in Copmanthorpe and the phone booth outside the Fox Inn in Stockton on the Forest.
A consultation on plans to remove the phone boxes will end on 16 September, according to BT.
The consultation gives local community groups the chance to buy the phone booths for £1, which can be turned into miniature libraries, defibrillator cabinets or community spaces.
Two men arrested in murder probepublished at 15:52 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
The body of a man was found with multiple injuries in an area of Sheffield on Wednesday.
Read MoreNice ice: Yorkshire Wildlife Park animals keep their coolpublished at 15:41 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Lemurs, bears and an okapi are keeping cool in the very hot weather by being treated to ice blocks at a Yorkshire wildlife park.
The animals at Yorkshire Wildlife Park are given the blocks to keep them stimulated, but also to help keep them cool as their home in Doncaster hits 34C (93F).
The polar bears at the park were also spotted taking a dip in the heatwave:
Beware the Weever fish - Lincolnshire Lifeguard warningpublished at 15:37 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
With water around our coasts hotting up in the heatwave, people on the Lincolnshire coast are being advised to look out for Weever fish on the beaches:
Image source, Blue ReefThey bury themselves in the sand in shallow water and have small spines on their back which, when trodden on, release a venom which is quite painful.
Over the last few days, several people in Lincolnshire have reported being stung by them.
Quote MessageQuite a few people do stand on this fish...For the treatment for the sting we'd just ask you to go see a Lifeguard at the beach. Then we'll put your foot in a hot bowl of water and try and dissolve the sting away."
Tom Roberts, Skegness Lifeguard
Conservative party suspends Hull councillorpublished at 15:20 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
The Conservative Party has suspended a Hull City councillor, pending a police investigation.
John Abbot represents the Bricknell ward and he was first elected in 2010.
He will keep his seat in the Guildhall, despite the steps taken by the party.
New mental health centre for policepublished at 15:17 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
The proposed unit would be capable of treating an extra 1,000 people each year, a charity says.
Read MoreYorkshire's Poysden fractures skullpublished at 15:10 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Yorkshire say spinner Josh Poysden will make a full recovery from a fractured skull after he was hit by a ball in training.
Read MorePoints failure hits southbound rail servicespublished at 14:54 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
BBC News TravelAs well as delays and cancellations on its services due to the hot weather, LNER is now warning passengers of another problem for travellers heading south:
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End of twitter postMental health support plans for Yorkshire police officerspublished at 14:34 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
A specialist treatment centre for ill and injured police officers could be built in Yorkshire.
Image source, PA MediaIt's a bid to cope with a rise in the number of officers needing mental health support.
Almost 800 Yorkshire police officers needed time off last year because of mental health issues - a rise of more than 30% since 2015.
The new treatment centre could be built in Harrogate to support people who need it, according to the Police Treatment Centre charity.
The men's teams growing in a 'girls' sport'published at 14:22 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
A 'girls' sport' for all? Male netball players speak about how they hope to grow the game after this summer's World Cup.
Read MoreWorking in a giant freezer on the hottest daypublished at 14:09 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
Staff at a giant ice cream warehouse in Wakefield work in temperatures of -23.5C.
Read MoreMurder investigation launched in Sheffieldpublished at 14:08 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
A murder investigation has been launched in Sheffield after a man's body was found last night.
Image source, GooglePolice were called to Station Road, Deepcar, at about 19:15 to reports of a body being discovered.
The man was found with multiple injuries, South Yorkshire Police say.
A cordon remains in place as officers try to find out what happened.
No arrests have been made as yet, according to police.
Filey beachgoers should 'know water dangers' - Lifeguardspublished at 13:41 British Summer Time 25 July 2019
People going to the Yorkshire coast during the current heatwave should "know the dangers of the water", the RNLI has warned.
The charity says Filey beach has been busy because of the hot weather and that beachgoers should make sure they keep themselves safe to fully enjoy the seaside.
Senior lifeguard Saphire Cartlidge (pictured) urged people to stay hydrated in the hot weather, as well as letting the lifeguards know if they're in any danger and need help.