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Local news
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North Yorkshire Council to develop Town Development Plan for Skipton
Residents, businesses and visitors in Skipton are being invited to share their views on future investment plans for the town.
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Skipton store where worker sold alcohol to child loses premises licence
A shop in Skipton where a worker sold alcohol to a child has had its premises licence revoked.
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Air Ambulance calls on schools to 'turn yellow' for Yorkshire
Yorkshire Air Ambulance are encouraging people to turn yellow for Yorkshire this July.
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Skipton MP welcomes heating oil support for rural households
Sir Julian Smith MP has welcomed the government’s announcement of a £53 million support package for vulnerable households.
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Skipton charity founder's MBE medal replaced after burglary
The founder of a Skipton based children's charity, Mike Davies MBE, has received a replacement medal after the original was stolen during a break-in at his Ilkley home.
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Police appeal following motorcycle theft in Skipton
Police are asking for help to identify those involved with the motorcycle theft incident.
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Skipton BID delivers free training for newly installed 'Bleed Kits'
Skipton BID recently held training session to use the new 'Bleed Kits'.
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Skipton Gala announce Gala Queen and attendants
Organisers of Skipton Gala have announced the Gala Queen and attendants who will represent the event during the lead-up to next year’s celebrations.
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Skipton children's charity delighted to open 3rd respite home in Primrose Valley
The Principle Trust Children’s Charity is proud to announce the opening of its third fully accessible respite holiday home, located at Haven Holiday Park, Primrose Valley in Filey.
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Tribute cruise to raise money for Skipton Pride
A fundraising canal cruise featuring a tribute to a well-known country music star is set to take place in Skipton this summer.
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Spellman Care support Airedale Hospital & Community Charity's Easter Appeal
Yorkshire family run business, Spellman care have announced its official support to Airdale Hospital & Community Charity's Easter Appeal this year.
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Skipton MP heads to Westminster to talk challenges within hospitality sector
Skipton and Ripon MP, Rt Hon Sir Julian Smith, met with the Chair of Hospitality, Kate Nicholls OBE, in Westminster this week to discuss key concerns facing hospitality businesses in the UK.
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Skipton man jailed for 18 years for sexual offences against children
An 82-year-old Skipton man has been jailed for multiple sexual offences against children.
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The Geek Side announces closure before 10th anniversary
The Geekside in Skipton announced their closure on 10th March.
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Skipton Multisport Festival to be held this May
A weekend festival of sport is set to return to Skipton later this spring, bringing a range of activities for participants of all ages and abilities.
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Local attractions to close as Met Office issues yellow weather warning for wind
Several local attractions have announced closures or partial closures today (Thursday) after the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds across North Yorkshire.
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17 year old arrested following high speed pursuit from Skipton
Police say a suspected stolen car was located after a pursuit that passed through the Skipton area on Tuesday morning.
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The Coniston Hotel to remain under family ownership
The Coniston Hotel and Spa will remain under family ownership after plans to sell the business were withdrawn.
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Airedale Hospital introduces new service for prostate cancer
A new digital service has been introduced at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust to help prostate cancer patients receive test results more quickly.
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Appletreewick pub shortlisted in Countryside Alliance ‘Rural Oscars’
A pub near Skipton has been named a North of England finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards.



