Local News from Monday, February 9th, 2026

Ripon’s MP swapped Westminster for the kitchen during a visit to a local McDonald’s restaurant.

FIFTY TWO at Rudding Park has been awarded a Michelin star in the newly published 2026 Michelin Guide.

Harrogate running sensation Simon Bordewich has claimed his second national title at the England Athletics Indoor National Championships.

A new independent wine bar and shop has officially been unveiled in Harrogate town centre.

A Harrogate primary school has been recognised by the Secretary of State for Education for its SATs performance, following strong outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.

A Starbeck café is set to relaunch a free packed lunch scheme during the school holidays to support people in the local community.

Knaresborough teenager Eddie “The Hammer” Large struck gold this weekend after winning the Under 80kg title at the England Boxing National Youth Championships in Rotherham.

Police in North Yorkshire have seized more than 50 e-bikes and e-scooters amid concerns from community leaders that “nut jobs” riding the machines will kill and seriously injure someone.

More than 60 people attended a meeting in a Yorkshire Dales village hall to discuss the impact of a new home-to-school transport policy on their rural community.

Emergency services and council teams are continuing to respond after a reported landslip at Knaresborough viaduct prompted safety checks and temporary disruption yesterday (Sunday).

A much-loved shop and post office in Birstwith has been listed for sale.