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Doncaster’s seven Tree of the Year finalists revealed, public vote now open

From a 200-year-old oak to a tree nicknamed after the Grinch, Doncaster has revealed its seven Tree of the Year finalists, with public voting open until 30 August.

August 11, 2026Doncaster

Featured Life Yorkshire

Watch the skies and your eyes when the Sun disappears (almost) tomorrow

Yorkshire will see the best part of the Sun blotted out by the Moon on Wednesday, the biggest UK eclipse since 1999 — genuinely worth stepping outside for, but only if you do it safely. Here's what to do, and why it's worth passing on to anyone who'll be outside.

August 11, 2026

PC Kassim and PC Wright presented James with a toy helicopter

Featured Life South Yorkshire

Three-year-old’s 999 call may have saved his mum’s life in Doncaster

James, three, dialled 999 when his mum Georgia collapsed at home in Doncaster, and stayed calm on the line until help arrived. Now his parents want other families to have the same conversation with their own children.

August 10, 2026Doncaster

Featured Life Yorkshire

Eclipse, meteor shower and a darkened moon: Yorkshire’s remarkable fortnight in the sky

On 12 August the Moon takes a big bite out of the Sun across Yorkshire, with the Perseids peaking the same night. What to expect, and how to watch safely.

August 9, 2026Science

Featured Life North Yorkshire

York Attractions’ Week brings discounts to over 20 venues this August

Fancy half-price tickets to more than 20 York attractions? The city's first-ever Attractions' Week runs from 17 to 23 August.

August 6, 2026York

Life West Yorkshire

Harewood House ground zero for Yorkshire’s biggest pugfest

Harewood House is aiming to host Yorkshire's biggest-ever pug meet-up on Sunday 2 August, a gathering held in honour of photographer Cecil Beaton and his beloved companion, Simba. Pug owners get…

July 24, 2026

Life West Yorkshire

From staring at four walls to standing ovations: one Leeds widower’s story

Colin Clark, 64, from Middleton, has described joining a local community group as "the greatest thing I've ever done in my life" – a decision that pulled him back from years…

July 23, 2026