Local News from Friday, May 22nd, 2026
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Six teenage boys arrested after 'violent incident' in Harrogate
Six teenage boys have been arrested following a 'violent incident' in Harrogate as police urge parents to keep tabs on their children during the half-term break.
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Your Skipton and Your Ilkley to launch on DAB next week
Your Skipton and Your Ilkley will launch on DAB digital radio for the first time next week.
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Fairground rides return to Valley Gardens for half term
A number of fairground rides are setting up at Harrogate’s Valley Gardens in time for half term.
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Police appeal after hit-and-run on Knaresborough High Street
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a hit-and-run collision on the High Street at Knaresborough.
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Harrogate Town announce signing of Chesterfield midfielder
Harrogate Town have announced their first signing of the transfer window with the arrival of Chesterfield midfielder Bailey Hobson on a permanent contract.
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Free Fuel Friday: Another winner scoops free tank of fuel
Yet another Harrogate resident has won a full tank of fuel as part of our 'Free Fuel Friday' competition.
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Smiley/sad face speed signs set to remain banned in North Yorkshire
Road signs which display a driver’s speed alongside a smiley or sad face could continue to be banned from North Yorkshire’s roads despite pleas from communities to allow their use.
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Harrogate primary school takes climate education to national stage
A Harrogate primary school has taken its climate education work to the national stage after speaking at a major Westminster policy conference.
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Historic village pub enjoys successful reopening under new ownership
A historic village pub near Boroughbridge has reopened following a major refurbishment and a change in ownership.



