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Police have launched an appeal to locate a man who could be in Ripon.

A Harrogate school is bucking the national trend by continuing to offer pupils the chance to study A Level Law – a course hailed by a former student as 'an amazing gateway' into the profession.

Police have launched an appeal after a motorbike was stolen from a Harrogate property earlier this month.

In an effort to provide accessible eye and hearing care within the local community, Specsavers Harrogate held an out-of-hours clinic for people experiencing homelessness around Harrogate in partnership with Lifeline Harrogate. 

Police have charged a man with two offences following a fatal hit-and-run collision in July that sadly claimed the life of 19-year-old Bailey Chadwick.

Banyan Bar and Kitchen in Harrogate is set to close next month.

A family in Knaresborough is appealing for help after their pet cat went missing, leaving three young boys "devastated".

Knaresborough's annual tug-of-war tradition is set to make a return on Boxing Day.

​The Government could intervene in a bottled water company’s controversial plans to extend its Harrogate factory into an area of community woodland.

Two Harrogate sisters behind a popular local fashion brand are celebrating a landmark year.

Train operator Northern has released a calendar to provide customers with a handy reference guide for service levels over the festive period.

Police have issued an appeal to identify two people after a burglary in Harrogate.

A campaign to 'save' Knaresborough Castle and protect and restore the site has reached Parliament.

Goldsborough Hall is set to appear on the big screen as part of highly-anticipated boxing film 'Giant.'

Students living in the Harrogate area who are currently taking post-16 education courses for the academic year 2025-2026 are invited to apply for a small grant from a local trust.

A Harrogate nursery has raised almost £1,000 for Saint Michael's Hospice as part of its 12 Days of Christmas activities.

Homebuyers are moving more than 60 miles to live in Harrogate, according to a new study.

An 8-year-old boy from Harrogate has written a letter to Santa offering his help this Christmas.

A new beginners' pilates course is set to launch in Harrogate this January, offering an introduction to mat-based pilates in a small group.

Spanish airport operator Aena has acquired a majority stake in Leeds Bradford Airport in a deal worth £270million.

Local MP Tom Gordon has called on the government to abolish the House of Lords in its current form and replace it with a fully elected second chamber.

Police are appealing for information about a disturbance that happened outside a pub in Harrogate last month.

JD Wetherspoon has confirmed the opening date for its new pub in Wetherby.

Enterprising Ripon Grammar students concerned about the amount of wrapping we waste every Christmas have put their principles into action.

A Harrogate woman is preparing to take on a demanding double marathon challenge to raise money and awareness for pancreatic cancer.

Police have launched an appeal for those affected by youths shooting a gel blaster gun in Boroughbridge to come forward.

The number of primary school children as young as five being expelled due to their behaviour is a "shocking indictment on society", say councillors.

A Harrogate school has strengthened its Prep School’s senior leadership team with a hat-trick of new appointments – including its first female Head.

A popular fish and chip shop in Knaresborough has announced it will be closing its doors.

The Mayor of Greater Manchester has backed a campaign launched by Harrogate’s MP that restricts bus usage for disabled people.

A popular Harrogate bakery has revealed the reasons behind the 'heartbreaking' decision to close its doors.

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) has launched a new digital system in a bid to modernise healthcare.

A Knaresborough community initiative is once again preparing to provide free Christmas Day dinners to people in need.

A new holistic wellness centre is set to open near Harrogate in the New Year.

Six Rotary clubs in North Yorkshire have worked together to fund the delivery of vital medical equipment to Ukraine.

Sixth form pupils at Ripon Grammar School have hosted a festive tea party for local carers.

A bottled water company aiming to expand its factory into an area of community woodland say the plans "strike the right balance between sustainable development and economic growth" amid new criticism of the plans.

A festive tractor run in support of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance is set to pass through Knaresborough and surrounding villages this weekend.

A new skin and wellbeing clinic is set to open in Boroughbridge this weekend.

Nottingham-based Mellors Group has acquired Lightwater Valley from the Brighton Pier Group (BPG).

A brand new breakfast deli has opened in Harrogate.

A festive fundraiser supported by family law firm Jones Myers has raised £3,000 for Henshaws, a charity that supports people living with a range of disabilities to discover and develop their talents.

A pair of charitable 9-year-old twins have set themselves a festive challenge to spread Christmas kindness whilst supporting Saint Michael's Hospice.

A new community garden created by Harrogate-based charity Horticap has officially opened at the town’s new Tesco store.

A Harrogate grandfather has revealed how research-backed cancer exercise treatment is helping him rebuild strength and stamina, during a visit from Leeds United footballer Jack Harrison.

Police are appealing for information about a knife-point robbery in Harrogate.

A stunning new mural has been unveiled at a playground in Starbeck.

Patients in Harrogate will benefit from faster, safer urgent care after Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) officially opened its brand-new, state-of-the art Acute Medical Unit (AMU).

The Mayor of Harrogate has formally opened a show home on a new housing development in the town.

The Duchy Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, has successfully raised £55,332 in support of Martin House Children’s Hospice.

Tom Gordon, MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, will present a petition to Parliament next week calling for urgent action to restore and protect Knaresborough Castle.

Plans for Harrogate Town to build a new training ground at Wetherby Racecourse will be considered by the council.

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) has been awarded £2 million to recognise its success in reducing waiting times for elective care and treatment.

Harrogate Neighbours is celebrating another successful evening of festive generosity after hosting its 8th annual charity event.

Local MP Tom Gordon visited Harrogate College last week to see progress on its £20 million redevelopment – a long-awaited transformation he fought hard to secure for the community.

A new sandwich shop is preparing to open its doors in Harrogate.

The Yorkshire Baby & Toddler Show is set to return to Harrogate next spring, organisers have announced.

The winner of this year's Harrogate Christmas Shop Window competition was announced last night (Wednesday) following a record number of entries.

Knaresborough Young Farmers are preparing to bring back their annual Christmas tree collection scheme, supporting St Michael's Hospice and Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Your Harrogate and Harrogate Town will be teaming up for the fifth annual Local Hero Awards, returning to Rudding Park in 2026.

Night marshals are taking to the streets of Harrogate throughout the festive season to ensure residents and visitors feel safe.

As police searches continue, the family of missing man Robert Rees-Hughes have described him as 'the most gentle and loving person'.

A father from Harrogate is hoping this will be a Christmas to remember after previous festive seasons were wiped from his memory by epilepsy.

Ripon BID has been named as a finalist in the prestigious National BID Awards 2026.

Police are appealing for information about an assault that occurred in Harrogate last week.

Yorkshire Water has lifted its hosepipe ban today (Wednesday), bringing an end to restrictions that have affected more than five million people since July. 

A fundraising campaign has been launched to help a Starbeck boy access specialist physiotherapy and help him take his first steps.

A Harrogate jeweller is trading treats for festive spirit this Christmas – and giving shoppers the chance to walk away with a free gift card.

​Financial mismanagement rather than a requirement to protect wildlife caused an £11.7m overspend on a major road building scheme, opposition councillors claim. 

A suicide prevent bench has been installed in Harrogate’s Valley Gardens as part of a mental health awareness campaign.

Family and supporters of a teenager was killed in a fatal hit and run incident have raised more than £6,700 in his memory.

Three local artists have unveiled a stunning Christmas mural in the front window of Harrogate Hospital.

Rudding Park in Harrogate is celebrating having won Best Short Course at the Golf Course Awards held at Emirates Stadium in London. 

A much-loved member of the Great Yorkshire Show family and former Yorkshire Agricultural Society President, Margaret Chapman, has died unexpectedly at home, the Show's organisers have announced.

A new Tesco superstore on Skipton Road will welcome its first customers today (Tuesday).

A brand new wine bar and shop is set to open its doors in Harrogate town centre this weekend.

The long-running Fat Badger Beer Club has raised more than £2,000 for Yorkshire charity Candlelighters at its final event before Christmas.

Harrogate cocktail bar Over & Above has been named in the UK's official top 50 cocktail bars list - less than a year after opening.

Sunflower Bakery in Harrogate is set to close, the bakery has announced. 

Two talented young dancers from Ripon were awarded a huge haul of eleven medals and two trophies between them at a major dance festival.

Ripon Grammar School has been honoured with two major awards in the Sunday Times's 2026 Parent Power guide.

Police are appealing for information following an incident of exposure in Harrogate.

Plans have been approved for 58 houses in a North Yorkshire village despite existing problems of sewage in the streets and being pumped into the local river.

A North Yorkshire MP has warned that a proposed tourism tax would be a "hammer blow" for hospitality businesses in the county.

Councillors have backed proposed improvements to Ripon Market Place to encourage visitors to stay longer and make the area better for holding events.

Pupils from a Harrogate school have been given an inside track on life working within the White House – from a former Communications Director to President Donald Trump.

A Harrogate-based home care company has been presented with a prestigious award by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal.

A woman from Kirkby Malzeard near Ripon who survived a catastrophic tractor accident is backing an NHS appeal for blood donations.

Harrogate Town Council unanimously opposed the expansion plans of Harrogate Spring Water at a meeting last week.

Knaresborough's night sky burst into colour as the town's first ever laser show lit up the grounds of Aspin Park Academy. 

A health and wellbeing hub that offers more than 100 exercise classes to help communities stay active and live healthier lives has received national recognition.

Tributes have been paid to Dr Gerald Arthur Rolph OBE, the businessman and heritage champion credited with 'saving' Allerton Castle.

Dacre Village Store near Harrogate has been named a regional winner at the 2025 Local Retail Champions awards, organised by Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery.

A Ripon bridal store has been named 'Best New Wedding Business' at The Yorkshire Wedding Awards 2025.

Coppice Valley Primary School has announced that building work has now begun on its new on-site nursery, due to open in September 2026. 

A popular Christmas Concert is making a welcome return to Harrogate after more than five years.

Outline plans have been submitted for a proposed development of around 120 homes in Killinghall.

Boroughbridge welcomed a festive celebration on 4 December 2025 as The Kitchen Room marked the Christmas season with an event focused on the joy of cooking and gathering at home.

Harrogate town centre is preparing to welcome back its seasonal celebrations as the Harrogate Christmas Fayre opens to the public tomorrow at 10am.

Rudding Park’s immersive dining restaurant FIFTY TWO has been named Best Fine Dining Restaurant at the Yorkshire Post Tourism Awards.

Enchantica's has launched a Christmas Community Entertainment Program for this year's Harrogate Christmas Fayre, aiming to celebrate local talent and bring festive cheer to the town centre.

The opening of Harrogate's new Tesco store on Skipton Road has been delayed until next week.

A gifted Ripon cricketer is 'honoured' to have been selected to play for Yorkshire for the third year running.

Tickets are now on sale for the annual Knaresborough Duck Race, which will once again take place on New Year's Day.

Knaresborough residents have praised Tinsel Town as a 'light-hearted, feel-good' Christmas film after an exclusive early screening last night.

Leaders of two combined authorities have been urged not to release funding to allow work to start on the £14.3m Harrogate Station Gateway scheme.

Otley Road is set to face fresh disruption in the New Year as a major programme of utility works gets underway across Harrogate and Knaresborough.

Local charity Essential Needs celebrated its 30th anniversary with a special event in Harrogate.

Knaresborough Lions' annual Santa sleigh campaign has continued its tour across the town, bringing Father Christmas to doorsteps throughout December.

A new pizzeria is set to open on York Place in Knaresborough this week, taking over the unit previously occupied by Fish-a-Rama.

Masham’s Black Sheep Brewery has moved to reassure customers after the business confirmed that its parent company intends to appoint administrators.

Police have launched a campaign to locate a Ripon woman wanted on recall to prison.

This year’s Mental Elf Festive Fun Run has raised more than £6,500 for Mind in Harrogate District.

A North Yorkshire councillor says he has not given up hope of an extension to a popular multi-user route in Nidderdale despite doubts over how the project would be funded.

A Nidderdale High School student has received national recognition for an innovative engineering project designed to tackle a real problem on his family's farm.

Visitors and residents in Knaresborough will benefit from improved public conveniences thanks to a joint initiative by North Yorkshire Council and local councillors.

A local parish council has been handed allotments on a new housing development to the west of Harrogate town centre.

Ripon and Skipton MP Sir Julian Smith has praised the “tremendous progress” of the £82.5million Kex Gill realignment scheme.

All Saints CE Primary School in Kirkby Overblow has been praised as 'full of love and joy' in its latest SIAMS inspection.

The mayor of Ripon says she will not resign despite a claim her position has become “untenable” following the outcome of a parish poll.

Simon Graeme Auto Service Centre is holding a charity raffle to raise funds for Saint Michael’s Hospice