Local News from Friday, November 21st, 2025

Ripon Cathedral will once again host the Yorkshire Macmillan Carol Concert, marking the event's 28th year of fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support.

A care home in Harrogate has been recognised for its thoughtfully designed garden.

A Harrogate school welcomed owls as part of a hands-on learning experience for its pupils.

Marie Curie has launched its Christmas appeal and is calling on local volunteers to help out.

A Harroagte karate club is celebrating yet more national success after an impressive medal haul at the JKS England National Championships.

Christmas has arrived in Harrogate as the festive lights have now been switched on across the town.

Plans for a more consistent approach to setting speed limits across North Yorkshire are to be considered in a bid to improve road safety.

Independent candidate Sherrie Hunt has won the Ripon City Council by-election for the Ure Bank Ward.

A campaign group opposed to the £14.3m Harrogate Station Gateway scheme is seeking fresh legal advice after council chiefs gave the go-ahead for work to start.

The theme has been revealed for next year's Great Knaresborough Bed Race when it returns in June.