Local News Archive

Harrogate enters race to be UK Town of Culture

Friday, 27 February 2026 16:38

Ripon entrepreneur praises 'exposure and engagement' after Dragon's Den appearance

Friday, 27 February 2026 14:09

Ripon MP brands proposed visitor levy a "tax on family holidays"

Friday, 27 February 2026 11:20

Reliability Ride to bring over one hundred cyclists to Ripon

Friday, 27 February 2026 10:57

New fitness studio to open on Skipton Road after full renovation

Friday, 27 February 2026 09:05

Animal rescue operator jailed after 41 pets die - including Harrogate woman's dog

Friday, 27 February 2026 07:19

Boroughbridge pub to reopen under new management

Thursday, 26 February 2026 16:10

Council planners reject call for key decisions on bottler water plant expansion to be made by committee

Thursday, 26 February 2026 15:52

Fleur East and Mark Wright to perform at Ripon charity event

Thursday, 26 February 2026 14:19

RHS Harlow Carr offers entry for just £1

Thursday, 26 February 2026 10:40

Harrogate MP praises hospital's Active Against Cancer service

Thursday, 26 February 2026 10:34

Man jailed for attacking wife with boot jack in Knaresborough

Thursday, 26 February 2026 10:23

Knaresborough vet practice launches new 24/7 triage service

Thursday, 26 February 2026 10:14

U-turn over parking fee increase "a bit of a shambles"

Thursday, 26 February 2026 07:36

Ripon couple's 'terrifying' ordeal after being forced into New York snowstorm

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 17:07

New Indian restaurant to open in Harrogate

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 13:44

Eden Camp Modern History Museum under new ownership

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 10:31

Martin House hits £2million fundraising target

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 09:55

Knaresborough choir celebrates double competition success

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 09:43

Charity burlesque night to be held in Harrogate

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 08:08

Police renew appeal following criminal damage in Knaresborough

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 07:39

Leeds Bradford Airport opens new multi-faith room

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 07:36

Plans for 46 new homes in Masham to be debated

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 07:26

Senior North Yorkshire councillor admits errors in school transport policy

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 07:23

Harrogate MP backs decision to release 'Andrew files'

Wednesday, 25 February 2026 07:12

Harrogate Town Women to face Leeds United

Tuesday, 24 February 2026 17:55

MP and Green Councillors call for Harrogate Spring Water decisions to be made in public

Tuesday, 24 February 2026 13:05

Harrogate local to take on The Great Wall of China this September

Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:24

Harrogate named a finalist in the UK Wellbeing Living Awards 2026

Tuesday, 24 February 2026 11:21

North Yorkshire councillor describes parking fee increase as "stealth tax"

Monday, 23 February 2026 16:12

Total Wipeout-themed event to return to Harrogate

Monday, 23 February 2026 15:53

Oatlands Infants wins national award for inclusion

Monday, 23 February 2026 15:52

New local theatre company brings first play to Harrogate

Monday, 23 February 2026 14:18

Jail and Bail: How to support Harrogate Theatre fundraiser

Monday, 23 February 2026 07:23

Parking charge increase set to cost motorists an extra £3.5m

Monday, 23 February 2026 07:22

Tom Gordon reselected as Liberal Democrat candidate for Harrogate

Monday, 23 February 2026 07:11

Route timings revealed for Knaresborough Tractor Run

Friday, 20 February 2026 15:35

Pilot dies following aircraft crash near Masham, police confirm

Friday, 20 February 2026 14:26

Ripon's Portly Pig to host charity football tournament

Friday, 20 February 2026 12:07

Council to review parking charges across North Yorkshire

Friday, 20 February 2026 11:48

Free packed lunches at Starbeck café feed families in need

Friday, 20 February 2026 09:26

Harrogate dentist recognised at national dental awards

Friday, 20 February 2026 09:17

Knaresborough beeswax candle shop set to close

Friday, 20 February 2026 07:56

Harrogate Town launches new half-time crossbar challenge

Friday, 20 February 2026 07:31

Queen and ABBA tribute acts to headline Harrogate Beer Festival

Friday, 20 February 2026 07:22

Ripon entrepreneur to appear on Dragon's Den

Friday, 20 February 2026 07:10

Harrogate figures to be 'jailed' to raise money for Harrogate Theatre

Thursday, 19 February 2026 16:13

Harrogate bookshop named as finalist for British Book Awards

Thursday, 19 February 2026 07:39

Council update on operator of Alpamare water park

Thursday, 19 February 2026 07:26

Visitor levy would be mayor's decision, says senior councillor

Thursday, 19 February 2026 07:24

Date announced for return of Harrogate dog show

Thursday, 19 February 2026 07:12

Harrogate's Italian community donates sensory kits worth £1,200 to Harrogate Hospital

Thursday, 19 February 2026 07:03

Man taken to Leeds General infirmary following aircraft crash in Masham

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 15:18

Six arrested following car theft in Harrogate

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 14:50

Harrogate businesses reject new accommodation BID proposal

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 14:28

New interior showroom to open on Albert Street

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 14:13

FULL CHAT: Local occupational therapist hosts online masterclass to support new mums

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 12:44

Harrogate BID appoints new Chief Executive Officer

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 10:42

Conductor who painted for the King sets up gallery at Knaresborough station

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 10:21

Rudy's pizzeria announces Harrogate opening date

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 09:52

Harrogate community rallies to support family after loss of 9-week-old son

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 07:54

Swinton Estate appoints new general manager

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 07:38

Harrogate MP calls for 'fairer' student loan system

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 07:34

Council chiefs deny claims of conspiracy to remove committee chair

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 07:21

Pedestrian taken to hospital after collision near West Park

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 07:12

Council agrees £150,000 funding to reduce winter deaths

Tuesday, 17 February 2026 07:07

1,000 Smiles: Pateley Bridge woman wins £1,000 prize

Monday, 16 February 2026 11:52

Ripon pupils take alcohol-free fashion message to Parliament

Monday, 16 February 2026 09:53

Call for volunteers to support end of life care patients in Harrogate and Ripon

Monday, 16 February 2026 09:44

Council agrees council tax hike because they don't live "in world of unicorns and rainbows"

Monday, 16 February 2026 08:11

Farming YouTuber set to drive for Your Harrogate in the Knaresborough Tractor Run

Friday, 13 February 2026 19:41

Harrogate care home donates £2,000 to combat loneliness in the elderly

Friday, 13 February 2026 15:18

Ripon attractions unite to support second term for Ripon BID

Friday, 13 February 2026 15:13

Rossett School launches £15,000 fundraiser for new minibus

Friday, 13 February 2026 15:06

Endometriosis charity event to be held in Harrogate next month

Friday, 13 February 2026 14:57

Harrogate Ladies College unveils branding for new Duchy College

Friday, 13 February 2026 12:31

Organisation pledges £45,000 to support mental health at King James's School

Friday, 13 February 2026 12:26

Harrogate couple who met at school to celebrate 63rd Valentine's Day

Friday, 13 February 2026 09:36

Knaresborough primary school's sponsored walk raises £1,300 for charity

Friday, 13 February 2026 09:03

Knaresborough brewery owners to sell after nine years

Friday, 13 February 2026 07:58

Yorkshire participants need for Channel 4's The Dog House

Friday, 13 February 2026 07:20

Multiple arrests made as police intensify patrols in Harrogate

Thursday, 12 February 2026 13:45

Police appeal after man hit by bus in Harrogate

Thursday, 12 February 2026 12:55

New outpatient therapy unit opens at Harrogate Hospital

Thursday, 12 February 2026 11:36

Love is in the air for Harrogate hospitality

Thursday, 12 February 2026 10:53

Harrogate law firm supports cancer centre in memory of late colleague

Thursday, 12 February 2026 10:17

Harrogate's Over & Above ranked among UK's top cocktail bars

Thursday, 12 February 2026 07:20

Harrogate pupil's pyjama day raises over £1,100 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 14:21

£8,000 donation to fund nurse training at Harrogate Hospital charity

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 11:31

Number Thirteen café up for sale after eight years

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 09:10

Harrogate crowned the UK's most relaxing town

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 08:56

Lightwater Valley gives sneak peek at new rollercoaster

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 07:36

Harrogate chef appears on BBC's Masterchef

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 07:30

Harrogate restaurant recognised at Nation's Curry Awards

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 18:03

Ripon runners to compete at national cross country championships

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 16:53

Ripon teen completes cadet training and eyes career in police

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 16:32

Traffic chaos as temporary lights installed at Prince of Wales roundabout

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 15:57

Specsavers shares apprentice's stories for National Apprenticeship Week

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 12:42

Harrogate boy, 9, backs cancer charity inspired by his mum

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 08:32

Wanted man could be in Harrogate or Ripon, say police

Monday, 9 February 2026 21:36

Police appeal after man exposes himself to teen girls in Ripon

Monday, 9 February 2026 21:30

Ripon MP makes cheeseburgers on visit to local McDonald's

Monday, 9 February 2026 21:24

Harrogate hotel restaurant awarded Michelin star in 2026 guide

Monday, 9 February 2026 20:57

Harrogate running sensation bags second national title

Monday, 9 February 2026 20:39

New permanent wine bar and shop unveiled in Harrogate

Monday, 9 February 2026 10:56

Education Secretary hails Harrogate school's 'outstanding' SATs results

Monday, 9 February 2026 10:15

Starbeck café brings back free packed lunch scheme for people in need

Monday, 9 February 2026 08:30

Knaresborough boxer claims national gold at youth championships

Monday, 9 February 2026 08:16

Police crackdown amid fears of "nut jobs" riding dangerously on e-bikes and e-scooters

Monday, 9 February 2026 08:04

Dozens attend meeting amid anger over school transport policy change

Monday, 9 February 2026 08:02

Update issued on Knaresborough viaduct 'landslip'

Monday, 9 February 2026 07:44

Birstwith village shop and post office listed for sale

Monday, 9 February 2026 07:30

Harrogate choir named national finalists for third consecutive year

Friday, 6 February 2026 08:39

Chairman admits 'deep disappointment' but urges faith in Harrogate Town

Friday, 6 February 2026 08:32

Winter Olympics: Harrogate man captains Trinidad and Tobago bobsleigh team

Friday, 6 February 2026 08:12

Michelin-starred chef Marco Pierre White visits Harrogate restaurant

Friday, 6 February 2026 07:47

Reasons behind the inevitability of above-inflation council tax rise at North Yorkshire Council

Friday, 6 February 2026 07:13

Harrogate named among world's most welcoming places

Thursday, 5 February 2026 14:38

Police search for Ripon glasses thief

Thursday, 5 February 2026 12:45

Harrogate bus firm celebrates one year since launch of all-electric fleet

Thursday, 5 February 2026 11:17

Community invited to give feedback on plans for new homes in Scotton

Thursday, 5 February 2026 11:02

Tributes paid to former Ripon cricketer Peter Squires

Thursday, 5 February 2026 07:42

Ripon's festive tractor run raises £7,000 for charity

Thursday, 5 February 2026 07:27

Almost 300 Harrogate NHS patients faced two-month wait for cancer treatment last year

Thursday, 5 February 2026 07:22

Gaming festival returns to Harrogate for third year

Thursday, 5 February 2026 07:17

Record number of Ripon pupils receive Oxbridge offers

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 17:26

Where are the best places for afternoon tea in Harrogate?

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 12:10

Which venues have signed up for Harrogate Restaurant Week?

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 11:37

Harrogate powerlifter selected to represent Team England at Commonwealth Games

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 10:58

Pannal girls' teams enjoy special matchday experience at Manchester City

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 09:30

PR skills in high demand as Harrogate small business event sells out

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 08:28

Inspirational Ripon woman nominated for Yorkshire Choice Award following fundraising feat

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 07:20

Plug pulled on toilet fee usage plan

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 07:09

Government refuses to intervene in bottled water factory expansion controversy

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 07:08

Mayor hails new Harrogate College campus on construction site visit

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 07:07

FIRST LOOK: Networking opportunity for professional women in Harrogate

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 17:35

Jones Myers solicitor on track to boost firm's mediation expertise

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 15:48

Holistic wellness centre near Harrogate to host launch event

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 15:17

Successful 'Makers Market' returns to Harrogate this month

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 14:52

Burglar steals from safe at Knaresborough bookmakers

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 07:42

Yorkshire Water under fire for above-inflation price increase

Monday, 2 February 2026 17:16

Nearly 400 objections for Killinghall village expansion

Monday, 2 February 2026 17:14

Harrogate Town confirm signing of Wigan midfielder

Monday, 2 February 2026 16:08

Lifesaving bleed kit to be installed in Harrogate

Monday, 2 February 2026 13:41

Harrogate judo star strikes silver for third time

Monday, 2 February 2026 12:21

Harrogate amputee nominated for padel player of the year award

Monday, 2 February 2026 12:08

Nominations now open for Local Hero Awards 2026

Monday, 2 February 2026 10:27

Your Media Group launches brand new local voucher platform

Monday, 2 February 2026 06:16

Body of man in his 20's found in Harrogate

Sunday, 1 February 2026 17:26

Prolific Harrogate burglars jailed for total of 10 years

Sunday, 1 February 2026 16:56

Brothers jailed for keeping gun at Harrogate home

Sunday, 1 February 2026 16:52

Police tackle speeding and dangerous parking in Spofforth

Sunday, 1 February 2026 16:39

Utility firms set to be charged for peak-time roadworks

Sunday, 1 February 2026 16:30