Whitby news on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

In Whitby on Wednesday, October 28, 2026: Heritage diesel locomotive visits Whitby Friday. Also: Comedian Rob Rouse, known from BBC's Upstart Crow, is bringing his new stand-up show to Whitby Coliseum. Date and ticket price to be confirmed; Quick-thinking passers-by rescued a person who fell into Whitby harbour. Emergency response confirmed the rescue was successful. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures between 9–15°C and winds up to 24 km/h.

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Friday: A heritage diesel locomotive will visit Whitby. Check local rail enthusiast groups for time and location details.RailAdvent · Oct 28, 12:22 PM

News & local government

Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, has been elected to an influential select committee in Parliament.The Scarborough News · Oct 28, 8:14 AM

Housing & real estate

A renovated 4-bedroom home in nearby Brooklin has been named Durham Region's House of the Week.insauga.com · Oct 28, 8:45 PM

Schools & kids

A Whitby student has won a national award for developing a classroom writing tool, earning recognition at the national level.Porirua News · Oct 28, 10:26 PM

Culture & arts

Comedian Rob Rouse, known from BBC's Upstart Crow, is bringing his new stand-up show to Whitby Coliseum. Date and ticket price to be confirmed.The Scarborough News · Oct 28, 4:43 PM

Community & volunteering

Quick-thinking passers-by rescued a person who fell into Whitby harbour. Emergency response confirmed the rescue was successful.The Scarborough News · Oct 28, 12:37 PM
Whitby firefighters are practising water rescue operations this week as part of regular training exercises.Durham Radio News · Oct 28, 2:34 PM

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