Local News from Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Second arrest made in connection with Pateley Bridge hit-and-run
Officers investigating the fatal hit and run collision which sadly claimed the life of 19-year-old Bailey Chadwick have made a second arrest.
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Harrogate hairdresser named as finalist in national competition
Stephen Chapman, a stylist at Contemporary Harrogate, has been named as a finalist at the 2025 Wella Professionals TrendVision Awards.
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Bake Off stars urge Harrogate to get behind tea party fundraiser
Two Great British Bake Off stars are encouraging Harrogate residents to take part in Yorkshire's Big Brew—a tea-party fundraiser to support Yorkshire Cancer Research during its 100th anniversary year.
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£300,000 donation to fund new helipad for Yorkshire Air Ambulance
Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) has received a £300,000 donation from the HELP Appeal to support the construction of a new helipad at its new site.
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Record-breaking crowds attend Harrogate crime writing festival
The 2025 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival marked its most successful year to date, with a record-breaking 19,450 tickets sold - a rise of 8.8% from 2024.
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Harrogate to host free high-energy fitness event
Fitness enthusiasts across Harrogate are invited to take part in a new challenge event this September, with options for all abilities and fitness levels.
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Outdoor cinema returns to Harewood House
An outdoor cinema is returning to Harewood House next month, featuring a selection of iconic films and family favourites.
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More roadworks to get underway on Cold Bath Road
Cold Bath Road is set to be partially closed for more roadworks next week.
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Fire crews rescue Harrogate resident trapped between car and garage
Fire crews were called to an incident in Harrogate yesterday (Tuesday) that saw a resident trapped between their vehicle and their garage.
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Charities receive over £4,000 following Rossett sponsored walk
Rossett School has donated more than £4,000 to two chosen charities following this year’s Sponsored Walk.
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Harrogate brewery launches charity beer to support St Michael's
Rooster's Brewing Co. in Harrogate has launched a new charity beer in support of St Michael’s Hospice.