Local News from Thursday, November 12th, 2026
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Harrogate MP warns terminally ill people face 'postcode lottery' over £100 energy payment
Tom Gordon MP has warned that terminally ill people could miss out on a £100 energy payment this winter depending on where they live.
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Christmas toy appeal launches to help families across Harrogate
A Christmas appeal encouraging people to donate pre-loved toys to families in need has launched across North Yorkshire.
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Sleeping Beauty inspires Christmas displays at Smiths of Harrogate
Christmas window displays inspired by Sleeping Beauty are now on show at Smiths of Harrogate.
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Prolific shoplifter given two-year ban from Harrogate stores
A 43-year-old woman has been banned from three shops in Harrogate town centre for two years.
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Kex Gill A59 traffic restrictions expected to be lifted in early December
Traffic restrictions on a section of road with a history of landslips and instability are expected to be lifted at the beginning of December as work on the major road improvement scheme nears completion.
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New independent bookshop opens in Harrogate
Children's author Christina Gabbitas is set to open her own bookshop in Harrogate today (Thursday).
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Gail's Bakery to open in Harrogate next week
Gail’s will open its first Yorkshire bakery in Harrogate on Tuesday 17th November.



