Local News from Friday, October 9th, 2026

Scarborough's Alpamare waterpark is set to be sold alongside a 99-year peppercorn lease of the adjoining car park.

A new library has been officially unveiled at Starbeck Primary Academy following a year-long project to transform an underused room.

Fountains by Floodlight has returned with a new projection show inspired by 900 years of history.

The Yorkshire Farming Conference will return to Harrogate in January following its successful debut earlier this year.

Ripon Runners is inviting the community to join a night run to highlight the safety concerns women face when exercising outdoors after dark.

Bereaved families supported by Martin House Children’s Hospice were joined by Chris Packham this week as they opened a new garden in memory of children and young people who have died. 

Harrogate businesses are opening their toilets to the public as part of a new scheme launched by Harrogate Town Council.

The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire wants to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for Yorkshire and the Humber on a visit to India.

Imperial Classical Ballet is bringing Swan Lake to Harrogate’s Royal Hall later this month.

Six of the eight Harrogate businesses featured on Dragons' Den remain active, according to new research.

A new restaurant combining Brazilian and Japanese cuisine is set to open in Harrogate before the festive season.