Local News from Monday, July 20th, 2026

The Princess Royal will become President of the Great Yorkshire Show next year in a landmark moment for the event.

Cuts to a 24/7 emergency helpline for elderly North Yorkshire residents have been pushed through without consulting users of the service, say critics.

An animal charity that supports vulnerable pets from Harrogate has launched a major public appeal to help fund a £2 million redevelopment of its facilities.

A brand new indoor and outdoor play attraction is beginning to take shape ahead of its opening in Otley.

One of Harrogate's most historic pubs has been recognised as one of the best places in the UK to enjoy a pint.

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for help to trace a wanted man from Harrogate.

Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon is calling on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to make reform of the water industry one of his first priorities in office.

Children at Partou nurseries across the country, including Woodlands Harrogate Day Nursery and Pre-school, have marked International Mud Day by rolling up their sleeves for a marathon session of messy, hands-on fun.

Harrogate Autumn Flower Show will celebrate its 50th anniversary next month with a special programme of horticultural displays, competitions and family activities.

A Ripon swimming star is set to take her talents to the United States after earning a place at an American university.

Ripon's Workhouse Museum has reopened after a £2.8 million redevelopment that promises to immerse visitors in the realities of Victorian life.

Campaigners opposing the proposed Vale of York motorway service area (MSA) have urged councillors to consider what they describe as "serious unresolved legal questions" before determining the application.

Six North Yorkshire councillors whose attendance at committee meetings fell below the expected level will not be asked to pay back any of their allowances.

Whixley Women's Institute has celebrated its centenary with a special afternoon bringing together past and present members.

Residents at a care home in Harrogate have enjoyed a bear-y special afternoon with local children.

A Ripon primary school has been praised by Ofsted after inspectors said pupils "thrive academically and socially."

Families can enjoy a refurbished paddling pool in Ripon during the school summer holidays after it opened on Friday (17th July).