Local News from Friday, June 5th, 2026

Visitors to the Yorkshire Dales who block narrow country roads with badly parked cars should have their vehicles towed away, a councillor has told police.

Two sisters from Harrogate have reached the national finals of one of the UK's most prestigious business awards after building a thriving lifestyle brand.

For pupils and staff at Harrogate Ladies’ College (Duchy College from September), Tuesday 26th May will long be remembered as a day unlike any other, as the school welcomed His Majesty King Charles III.

Martin House Children’s Hospice has officially opened the doors to its new-look building following the completion of a major £21.9m redevelopment project - THE BUILD.

Free Fuel Friday returned for seventh week this morning, giving residents the chance to scoop a full tank of free fuel.

Broadcaster, author and former MP Gyles Brandreth has officially reopened the historic rock garden at Newby Hall following a seven-year restoration project.

Ripon teenager Betsy Radcliffe has achieved national success after helping her Grangetown club qualify for the U14 National Finals.

A plan to improve the maintenance of Knaresborough Castle is being prepared amid concerns that the historic venue has suffered years of neglect.

A garage in Hampsthwaite has been recognised at a national industry awards ceremony.