Local News from Friday, July 24th, 2026

Families can cool off this summer in three well-maintained paddling pools after the final programme of improvements were made in Knaresborough.

Harrogate Town have confirmed the signing of Rohan Vaughan, following a successful trial period with the club.

A Ripon woman has become the thirteenth winner to claim a full tank of free fuel as part of our Free Fuel Friday competition.

Crime writer Elly Griffiths has won the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2026 at the opening night of the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival in Harrogate.

A Boroughbridge mother who fled the war in Ukraine has been recognised at North Yorkshire Council's annual adult learning awards after rebuilding her life and launching a new career.

Harrogate residents of all ages are being invited to a series of free community events at The Lounge Café at St Mark's Church this summer.

Harrogate learning disabled artists are backing a campaign to help secure the future of the charity that supports them.

A Harrogate restaurant owner has welcomed the Government's latest business rates support announcement - but says more clarity is needed on whether restaurants will benefit.

Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park has been named the second best-value theme park in the UK in a new nationwide study.

Police have launched an appeal following a criminal damage incident on Beulah Street in Harrogate. 

Plans for up to 130 new homes on the edge of Boroughbridge have been recommended for approval despite objections from the town council and local residents.

Harrogate para powerlifter Lottie McGuinness will represent England at the Commonwealth Games today (Friday) as she looks to make a winning start on her Games debut.