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A team of six men are set to embark on an epic 600-mile cycling challenge in aid of Candlelighters Children's Cancer Charity.

Harrogate Music Festival is presenting 'Gigs at Gaia' this summer - a stunning series of concerts beneath Luke Jerram's illuminated Earth installation at St Wilfrid's Church.

Members of the Harrogate community are invited to join a free online webinar to highlight the vital work being carried out by Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Yorkshire Agricultural Society has appointed businessman Paul Russell as its new Chair, succeeding Rob Copley after five years in the role.

Stockeld Park's popular indoor play area has won a national award for a second consecutive year.

A free-from food entrepreneur with a factory in Harrogate has been named as a finalist in the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards.

A new immersive installation has been unveiled at Fountains Abbey.

Cruel 'romance fraudsters' cost victims in North Yorkshire and York more than £2.5million last year, according to new figures.

A crash between a car and a motorhome caused the closure of Ripon Road yesterday afternoon (Thursday).

A brand new jewellers has opened in Harrogate town centre.

A Killinghall family said they are "over the moon" after winning a top Harrogate-themed prize package for Father's Day.

A Harrogate business has received a boost from retail entrepreneur and former star of BBC's Dragon's Den Theo Paphitis. 

The Nidderdale Tractor Run is back next weekend in aid of Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an exposure incident in Harrogate.

A much-loved community initiative in North Yorkshire is calling for more volunteer drivers to keep its vital service on the road and help tackle the growing issue of rural loneliness.

The average UK property price dropped by 0.3% in June according to Righmove - but Yorkshire and The Humber was one of the few regions that bucked the trend.

Mental health charity Mind in Harrogate District is set to continue its free Boroughbridge Wellbeing Group following a successful 6-week pilot.

The fundraising total is in and the third annual Your Harrogate Radio and Fat Badger golf day raised £11,000 for two local charities.

Harrogate will be revving up to the sound of more than 100 sports cars and vintage vehicles once again this weekend.

Harrogate BID's street ranger duo have been tackling town centre grime this week.

Harrogate Town have announced their sixth summer signing as Maidenhead winger Reece Smith.

A law firm with offices in Harrogate has been named as a finalist for the England Business Awards.

Parkinson UK’s Ripon support group has issued an urgent appeal for volunteers.

Women who left Afghanistan to make their home in North Yorkshire have taken part in a project aimed at engaging communities through education, art and storytelling.

LNER has released footage of train crews being verbally abused, threatened and intimidated in a bid to keep the railway safe.

Founded in 1981, The Cheeseboard of Harrogate has been a staple of the town's food scene for decades.

A free event to celebrate International Yoga Day is being held at Harewood House this weekend.

A multi-million pound project to breathe new life into Bewerley Park outdoor learning centre is nearing completion.

A six-week consultation has been launched to review the maximum fares for taxis operating across North Yorkshire.

A free cybersecurity expo is being held in Harrogate next week to help local businesses protect themselves from cyber threats.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has been rated 'Good' following a recent inspection.

The first 'Maker’s Market' held in Harrogate last weekend has been hailed as a success.

A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the Harrogate district and the whole of Yorkshire over the coming days.

Yorkshire Water is urging customers to carefully consider their water usage in the coming days ahead of the forecasted hot and dry weather.

Historical features of Ripon's military barracks will be preserved but Second World War-era huts could be lost as part of a redevelopment to create 1,300 new homes.

An iconic pub in Knaresborough has been shortlisted at the Great British Pub Awards.

A week-long business programme kicked off at Harrogate Convention Centre yesterday (Monday).

Oatlands Infant School has been awarded the prestigious Eco-Schools Green Flag Award, with a 'distinction' for its outstanding environmental efforts.

Police have issued CCTV footage of a woman following a fraud incident in Harrogate.

Harrogate BID has announced its Chief Executive Matthew Chapman has resigned with immediate effect.

Environmental campaigners have criticised a decision to allow a new asphalt plant that local residents fear will be a danger to public health.

A new defibrillator has been installed at a pub in Knaresborough.

A Harrogate care home marked the arrival of the warm weather by hosting a summer picnic party - and raised over £270.

A luxury five-star hotel in Ripon has been named among the best in the world.

Talented Harrogate runner George Mills has set a new British record after breaking a 5,000m time set by Sir Mo Farah.

A Harrogate-based charity that helps people with disabilities access the great outdoors is celebrating a major milestone – 35 years of service.

A former Harrogate school pupil is among the talented young stars of the future performing at the HACS Harrogate Music Festival this summer.

Newby Hall and Gardens is set to launch its most ambitious sculpture trail to date, celebrating the largest display in the 19-edition history of its biennial outdoor art exhibition.

Punters at three Harrogate pubs can put their general knowledge to the test for the chance to win £10,000 in cash, holidays and other prizes.

A 7-year-old girl from Harrogate has seen her floral design unveiled in Valley Gardens.

A homeless charity in Harrogate is set to host a golf day fundraiser next month.

Rossett School is the first school in the region to achieve the Heart of the Community Gold Award for commitment to CPR education.

It was another successful Great Knaresborough Bed Race on Saturday (14th June) with over 30,000 spectators lining the streets for the historic annual event.

A Harrogate pupil is set to compete against the best young footballing talent in the UK after being picked to play at national level.

A talent pupil from Harrogate has been named the winner of a national art competition.

Harrogate Flower Shows has launched an exciting new competition for budding young gardeners.

A Harrogate woman said she is "delighted" to have been recognised in King Charles' Birthday Honours List.

Three talented pupils from St. Aidan's Church of England High School have been vying to be named Rotary Club of Harrogate’s Young Chef of the Year.

Local MP Tom Gordon and a number of Parliamentary staff were among the 90 teams that completed the Great Knaresborough Bed Race yesterday (Saturday).

Harrogate-born Rachel Daly is among Yorkshire's finest on the King's birthday honours, receiving an MBE for her achievements in women's football.

Tom Gordon, Liberal Democrat MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough today (Thursday 12th June) celebrated the iconic Knaresborough Bed Race in the House of Commons.

Harrogate Town have confirmed the permanent signing of Cheltenham centre back Tom Bradbury on a two-year contract.

Harrogate Town have announced the signing of forward Mason Bennett, who signs a two-year contract with the club.

The Saltergate Schools Girls football team are through to the finals of the U11s Premier League Primary Stars and the tournament takes place today.

Being fit to farm will be in the spotlight at this year’s Great Yorkshire Show to highlight the importance of both physical and mental wellbeing.

Reel Film, which was started in Harrogate, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, shortlisted in the Creative Entrepreneur of the Year category.

Harrogate-based charity Essential Needs has teamed up with school pupils from across the district to create new permanent art displays in celebration of the charity’s 30th anniversary.

With the growing love of darts across the UK, Harrogate has birthed its only darts shop on Skipton Road.

This September, the elegant Rudding Park in Harrogate will host a landmark event designed to empower, inspire, and connect women across the region.

Luxury bathroo retailer, Nôsa will opening a new showroom in Harrogate this September.

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has appointed Fiona Slight to the role of Curator at RHS Garden Harlow Carr in Harrogate, Yorkshire.

Creators of Revolutionary Cooling Paint are now Bringing Sustainable Decorative Paints and Coatings to their hometown in Yorkshire.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance's initiative 'A year over Yorkshire' gives the public a chance to have their name flown into the air to raise money for the organisation.

Care UK’s Harcourt Gardens, on Harcourt Road, opened its doors to live music from Channel 4’s The Piano finalist Duncan Goodwin.

This summer, 108 Fine Art Harrogate presents a Solo Exhibition by rising British painter Rebecca Styles.

Harrogate Ladies’ College has announced it will extend its co-ed provision into senior school from September 2026.

Two sisters/business owners have won Judges' Choice award at Annual Woman Who Achieves Awards.

Resurrected Bites, a community organisation has launched a new voucher scheme for its community cafes to help tackle loneliness and isolation.

Schools across North Yorkshire will benefit from improved facilities through a multi-million pound investment.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about criminal damage that occurred on Nesfield close, Harrogate.

Saint Michael's Hospice has been backed with a four-figure equipment grant from developer the Banks Group.

Two previous contestants of culinary tv shows will guest chef at Sykes House Farm Butchers in Wetherby.

Eleanor Dent who attends Harrogate Grammar School won top prize at the Rotary Club of Harrogate’s annual Young Chef Competition.

A bumper number of enthusiasts and families enjoyed Tractor Fest at the weekend the largest tractor festival in the UK.

A group of women walked a marathon for two local charities yesterday.

Harrogate BID has revealed details of a new market in Harrogate called ‘Maker’s Market’.

A group of Dad’s from North Rigton Church of England Primary School are in training to run the Knaresborough Bed Race on 14th June.

Tom Gordon, MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, has warmly greeted news that three GP surgeries in his constituency are due to benefit from a share of £102 million for upgrades.

The committee behind the annual Knaresborough Tractor Run, have presented a record-breaking cheque to Yorkshire Air Ambulance whilst at Tractor Fest.

Several volunteers from Harrogate Neighbours were invited to the King's Royal Garden Party for their outstanding work.

A decision on plans to turn the site of a derelict petrol station in Ripon into six flats has been deferred.

Your Harrogate has been behind the scenes at Emmerdale catching up with one of the newest cast members Shebz Miah who plays new character Kammy Hadiq who is set to shake things up in the village.

Specsavers on Beulah Street in Harrogate has announced its sponsorship of Henshaw’s BedFest 2025 for the third year running.

To celebrate their 100th year, Yorkshire Cancer Research will hold a special centenary gala dinner at Castle Howard.

Harrogate Town AFC have confirmed the signing of striker Shawn McCoulsky on a two-year contract.

Thousands of schoolchildren from across Yorkshire got a close-up look at the journey of food from field to fork at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate this week.

A man has been arrested after a bag was stolen from a premises in Harrogate.

Phase 4 Computers on Skipton Road have been named as finalists at the Tech Awards 2025.

Coach Sabriyah at Harrogate Town AFC will share her inspirational journey to the club in a short film.

Saint Michael's is saying a huge thank you to the hundreds of local people who give their time and skills, making it possible to support people living with terminal illness.

Harrogate and Knaresborough MP responded to the government's announcement of £15.6 billion for transport investment.

The Harrogate Food and Drink Festival reveals the full Live Cookery Theatre line-up, featuring MasterChef Stars, Executive Head Chefs, and Acclaimed Culinary Directors.

 An innovative partnership aimed at making Nidderdale more accessible to people with disabilities has reached a significant milestone with the completion of a major project

Harrogate International Festivals has announced the shortlists for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2025, and the McDermid Debut Award for new writers.

A number of new homes have gone on sale at a new housing development in the Kingsley area of Harrogate. 

A brand new Danish homeware shop is set to open in Harrogate tomorrow (Friday).

The children at Little Crickets Pre-School in Harrogate had a special visitor this morning (Wednesday).

Yorkshire Water has thanked customers for their water saving efforts in recent weeks, which has helped to reduce overall demand in the region.

Controversial plans for an asphalt plant that local residents fear will be a danger to public health could be given the go-ahead by councillors next week.

Staying true to yourself and taking as many opportunities as you can was the message delivered by the Head of BBC Radio 2 at the 2025 Harrogate Ladies’ College Speech Day.

A popular festival in Starbeck is set to return next month following the success of its inaugural event.

Runners across the area are gearing up for the return of the annual Harrogate 10km race.

Local MP Tom Gordon has reaffirmed his support for adoptive families following "damaging" cuts to government funding. 

BedFest is returning for a day of live music, delicious food, and festival fun next weekend.

Two firefighters have raised a whopping £8,000 as part of an epic 420-mile running challenge.

Two cushions on display outside a Harrogate arts charity have mysteriously vanished - and with no ransom note in sight.

Harrogate Town forward Jack Muldoon has agreed a new one-year contract that will take him into an eighth season at the club.

Knaresborough Town Council has announced the appointment of a new Town Ranger.

Two mums from the Harrogate area have launched a new service to address the health and wellbeing needs of new mothers.

A group of eight determined women from Harrogate are set to embark on an extraordinary challenge in a bid to raise £20,000 for charity.

Police are asking Harrogate residents to be on the lookout for an electric bike stolen from Bilton in Harrogate.

Harrogate Town has confirmed their second signing of the summer as Lewis Cass on a permanent deal from Grimsby.

Harrogate's hospitality heroes were celebrated at a glittering awards dinner at the Royal Hall last night (Monday).

The Shepherd's Dog pub on Otley Road in Harrogate has closed its doors.

Harrogate Town star Anthony O’Connor has signed a new contract to keep him at the club until the end of the 2026/27 season.

A family-run vineyard near Harrogate is hosting a free open day later this month.

Two teenagers from the Harrogate area secured belts at a major boxing event last week.

Police are appealing for information about a burglary in Burn Bridge near Harrogate.

A North Yorkshire councillor is helping a group of young Harrogate footballers on their way to a national final.

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious collision on Beech Grove in Harrogate.

The annual Harrogate Hospitality and Tourism Awards return this evening for a seventeenth year.

Four weeks of electrical works are set to get underway on Queens Road in Harrogate today (Monday).

Three new programmes designed to tackle skills shortages will “break down barriers to learning”, according to York and North Yorkshire mayor David Skaith.

Police have issued a CCTV image of a woman following a shop theft in Ripon.

Harrogate Town have garnered the attention of the social media world with another hilarious signing video.

Harrogate's Indoor Funfair is set to make a return in time for February half term.

Time is almost up to nominate an extraordinary person you know in the Harrogate district to get the recognition they deserve.

A para powerlifter from Harrogate is heading to Paris next month to represent Team GB in the Paralympic Games.

Time is running out to nominate an extraordinary person you know in the Harrogate district to get the recognition they deserve.