Local News from Tuesday, May 26th, 2026

Residents and visitors gathered at Knaresborough Castle today (Tuesday) as King Charles made an unexpected visit to the historic site.

The paddling pool in Knaresborough will remain closed while health and safety concerns are investigated.

Harrogate Town has revealed its first new shirt ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The fourth Fat Badger Group and Your Harrogate Charity Golf Day has raised over £12,600 for two local charities.

Yorkshire Water has welcomed new legislation banning plastic in wet wipes from next year.

Councillors have been recommended to approve up to 98 new homes in a North Yorkshire village despite warnings that the development could reduce the quality of life for current and future residents.

A man who struck a woman in the head so hard she thought she was going to die – and left another woman living in constant fear – has been jailed.

A new Knaresborough-based business has launched with plans to reduce cardboard waste by giving used packaging a second life.

A new psychology clinic offering neurodevelopmental assessments and mental health support is set to open in Knaresborough next month.

Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has slammed Yorkshire Water for the 'poor' rated bathing sites across the area amid rising temperatures in the UK.