Local News from Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Ripon hotel named among best in the world
A luxury five-star hotel in Ripon has been named among the best in the world.
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Harrogate's George Mills breaks British 5,000m record
Talented Harrogate runner George Mills has set a new British record after breaking a 5,000m time set by Sir Mo Farah.
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Outdoor disability charity in Harrogate celebrates 35th birthday
A Harrogate-based charity that helps people with disabilities access the great outdoors is celebrating a major milestone – 35 years of service.
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Former Harrogate pupil among stars to perform at upcoming Music Festival
A former Harrogate school pupil is among the talented young stars of the future performing at the HACS Harrogate Music Festival this summer.
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Newby Hall to open its largest outdoor art exhibition
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.
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Win £10,000 by playing Trivial Pursuit at three Harrogate pubs
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.
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Harrogate girl's floral design unveiled in Valley Gardens
A 7-year-old girl from Harrogate has seen her floral design unveiled in Valley Gardens.
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Harrogate homeless charity to host golf day fundraiser
A homeless charity in Harrogate is set to host a golf day fundraiser next month.
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Rossett School wins gold award for CPR education
Rossett School is the first school in the region to achieve the Heart of the Community Gold Award for commitment to CPR education.
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Winners announced for Great Knaresborough Bed Race
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.
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Harrogate footballer selected to play for national schools squad
A Harrogate pupil is set to compete against the best young footballing talent in the UK after being picked to play at national level.
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Young Harrogate artist wins national competition
A talent pupil from Harrogate has been named the winner of a national art competition.
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Harrogate Autumn Flower Show launches children’s gardening competition
Harrogate Flower Shows has launched an exciting new competition for budding young gardeners.
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Harrogate arts charity chair 'delighted' by MBE honour
A Harrogate woman said she is "delighted" to have been recognised in King Charles' Birthday Honours List.
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St Aidan's pupils compete to be named Young Chef of the Year
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.