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New Airedale Hospital could be one of UK’s most 'state-of-the-art'
The new Airedale Hospital could be among the most modern hospitals in the country after it was revealed patients in the new hospital are set to benefit from their own ensuite bedrooms.
Yorkshire Water thanks customers for water-saving efforts
Yorkshire Water has thanked customers for their water saving efforts in recent weeks, which has helped to reduce overall demand in the region.
Appeal for footage after report of stolen car in Skipton
North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information after a car was reported stolen from the Skipton area.
Firefighters raise £8,000 through epic 420-mile run
Two firefighters have raised a whopping £8,000 as part of an epic 420-mile running challenge.

Mark Simmons and Friends at Silsden Town Hall
After a sell-out debut tour, Dave's Joke of the Fringe Winner 2024 Mark Simmons is back on the road trying out new material. Expect a night of freshly cooked on...
8 Jun 2025 at Silsden Town Hall
Lexus Ilkley Open
The largest tennis international tournament in the North of England. The Lexus Ilkley Trophy is a world-class tennis tournament held annually on grass courts...
8 Jun 2025 at Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club
Wayward Jane
Wayward Jane‘s music is a modern interpretation of American folk and Old Time traditions, blending roots music with fresh arrangements and original songs. Their...
8 Jun 2025 at Skipton Town Hall
Harvey by Mary Chase (Comedy)
Meet Elwood P. Dowd, a charming and kind-hearted man with an unusual best friend – an invisible rabbit named Harvey.
10 Jun 2025 at Skipton Little Theatre

Think big to save the ocean William tells world leaders
The Prince of Wales called on world leaders to “think big” to save the ocean, as he gave a speech in Monaco after meeting French President Emmanuel Macron.
Israel vows to prevent aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg reaching Gaza
Israel’s defence minister has vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip.
Badenoch says organisations should be able to decide if staff can wear burkas
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has said employers should be able to decide if their staff can wear burkas in the workplace.
Weight loss jabs may need to be taken for life
Weight-loss jabs may have to be used for many years if the long-term benefits to patients and the NHS are to be realised, experts have said.