Local News from Wednesday, June 17th, 2026

A Harrogate care manager who began her career as a Bluebird Carer more than 14 years ago has won a prestigious national award.

North Yorkshire Council has been told to apologise to parents after failings were found over its handling of their home-to-school transport appeals by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman.

A Harrogate charity that provides free transport for elderly and disabled residents has unveiled a new minibus after raising more than £58,000.

One of the UK's biggest Volkswagen events is set to return to Harewood House this summer.

Seven businesses and individuals from across the Harrogate district have been crowned winners in the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026.

Knaresborough Town Council has voted overwhelmingly to pass a motion of 'No Confidence' in North Yorkshire Council.

A new Italian restaurant and deli is set to open in Knaresborough tomorrow (Friday).

North Yorkshire Police have paid tribute to an officer who was shot and killed near Harrogate 44 years ago today.

A paint shop on Cold Bath Road in Harrogate is set to close after just 10 months in business.

One of Harrogate's longest-established restaurants is marking a major milestone this year as The Orchid celebrates a quarter of a century in business.

Harrogate Town have welcomed their fourth signing of the Summer as midfielder Morgan Williams arrives from Kings Lynn.

A Harrogate widow is urging local people to support a parliamentary petition aimed at extending financial support for bereaved families.

Knaresborough Town Football Club has announced the appointment of two new managing directors.

School children in North Yorkshire will get a six-week summer holiday next year — a week less than this year’s seven-week break.