Local News from Tuesday, August 4th, 2026

Two Ripon charities have shared more than £5,400 following a community football tournament organised by the team behind The Portly Pig.

The Mayor of Ripon has met with North Yorkshire Police to discuss concerns over anti-social behaviour, illegal e-bike use and suspected drug dealing in the city.

Harrogate Town have announced their tenth signing of the Summer as Josh Hmami signs from Halifax Town for an undisclosed fee.

A Harrogate-born entrepreneur has seen his artificial intelligence company reach a valuation of around £2.5 billion.

Children in Harrogate will be able to travel for free on most local bus services throughout August as part of a new Government-backed summer travel scheme.

Miriam Margolyes and Richard Ayoade are among the big names set to perform as Harrogate Comedy Festival returns this autumn.

A former Great British Bake Off judge is among the big names announced for this year's Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival.

Yellow-legged Asian hornets have been spotted in Ripon, prompting a warning for residents to stay vigilant.

Lightwater Valley has unveiled a new traditional sweet shop as part of ongoing improvements across the park.

Campaigners opposing the proposed Vale of York motorway service area (MSA) have launched a High Court challenge against North Yorkshire Council’s decision to approve the scheme.

Police have issued CCTV images of a man following a shop theft in Harrogate.

FatFace has announced it will close its Ripon store next week.

One of Harrogate's best-loved agricultural shows returns this weekend as the 174th Ripley Show takes place in the grounds of Ripley Castle Park.

A Harrogate disability charity has called on Pret A Manger to address accessibility issues at its Cambridge Street café.