Local News from Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Ripon wedding boutique wins regional award
A Ripon-based bridal store has been named 'Wedding Dress Shop of the Year' at the North Yorkshire Business Awards.
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Harrogate Station Gateway campaigners lose legal challenge
North Yorkshire Council's £12 million Harrogate Station Gateway project is set to proceed after a High Court judge ruled against campaigners.
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Two Harrogate hotel restaurants named in UK's top 50
Two hotel restaurants in Harrogate have been named among the UK’s top 50 hotel restaurants by OpenTable and KAYAK.
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Big names coming to Harrogate for annual literature festival
The Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival is back with a bang this autumn with a stellar line-up of acclaimed writers, journalists, TV presenters, politicians and sport stars.
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Harrogate sewing shop to undergo major refurb under new owners
Harrogate's long-running sewing machine shop is set to undergo a major transformation following a change in ownership.
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Yorkshire Vet joins charity tractor run in Ripon
A charity tractor run that will head through Ripon and the surrounding villages is set to welcome a special guest this weekend.
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Yorkshire Water urges residents to stay alert to cold caller scams
Yorkshire Water has issued a warning to local residents to stay vigilant following reports of individuals posing as representatives from the company.
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Naked walk returns to Ripon this weekend
A naked walk through Ripon's Himalayan Gardens is set to return this weekend.
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Tributes paid after Turkish Baths guide passes away
Tributes have been paid to a well-known member of the Turkish Baths team who has passed away.
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Harrogate man wanted by police
Police have launched an appeal to locate a Harrogate man wanted on suspicion of burglary.