Local News from Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Yorkshire Water postpone Harrogate roadworks until 2026
Yorkshire Water have announced they will be delaying roadworks in Harrogate until the new year.
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Harrogate's Big Wheel to return this week
A popular 32-metre observation wheel is returning to Harrogate and will open to riders later this week.
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Fireworks championships to be held in Ripon
Newby Hall & Gardens near Ripon is set to host the annual Fireworks Championships later this month.
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Harrogate burglary suspect arrested and refused bail
North Yorkshire Police has arrested a man who was wanted in connection with numerous burglaries in the Harrogate area.
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Charity day to support recovery of Harrogate Railway coach
Harrogate Railway is hosting a charity Ladies Day this weekend to support one of its coaches who was left partially paralysed following surgery.
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Harrogate guides complete 50 hours of local litter-picking
A group of community-minded Harrogate guides have completed 50 hours of local litter picking - and hope to complete 50 more.
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Inspector approves 4,000-home site near Harrogate
Plans to create a new 4,000-home community near Harrogate have moved closer to fruition.
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Over 30's dayclubbing event returns to Harrogate - with new venue
A popular dayclubbing event exclusively for over 30's is returning to Harrogate - and with a new venue.
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Two weeks of roadworks begin on Leeds Road
A second set of roadworks are now underway on Leeds Road in Harrogate, with disruption expected for two weeks.
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Police appeal after three-car crash on A1(M)
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a minor collision on the A1(M) on Friday (8th August).
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Record-breaking season ticket sales for Harrogate Town
Harrogate Town has sold over 1,000 season tickets for the first time in its history.
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Could disc parking be removed in Harrogate?
North Yorkshire Council is set to introduce a new set of parking principles across the county that could see disc parking removed in Harrogate.
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Wetherby restaurant celebrated at English Curry Awards
A popular Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant in Wetherby has been recognised at the annual English Curry Awards.