Local News from Friday, February 20th, 2026
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Pilot dies following aircraft crash near Masham, police confirm
North Yorkshire Police have confirmed that the pilot involved in Wednesday’s light aircraft crash near Grewelthorpe, close to Masham, has sadly died.
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Ripon's Portly Pig to host charity football tournament
A new charity football tournament aimed at bringing Ripon’s business community together will take place this summer.
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Council to review parking charges across North Yorkshire
Parking charges across North Yorkshire, including in Harrogate, could change from April if new proposals are approved.
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Free packed lunches at Starbeck café feed families in need
Nearly 100 people received free packed lunches at a Starbeck café during the half-term break.
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Harrogate dentist recognised at national dental awards
A Harrogate dentist has been recognised at Bupa's 'Dental Health is… Awards'.
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Knaresborough beeswax candle shop set to close
An iconic beeswax candle shop in Knaresborough is set to close its doors today (Friday) for the final time.
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Harrogate Town launches new half-time crossbar challenge
Harrogate Town are giving supporters the chance to test their shooting skills at half-time – with hundreds of pounds in local gift cards up for grabs.
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Queen and ABBA tribute acts to headline Harrogate Beer Festival
This year's Harrogate Beer Festival will feature two leading tribute acts when it returns to the town, organisers have revealed.
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Ripon entrepreneur to appear on Dragon's Den
A Ripon-based entrepreneur is set to appear on popular BBC One show Dragon’s Den next week.
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