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Skipton Choral Society is inviting local singers to come along to a free open rehearsal this weekend to see what the choir is all about.

As we head into a new year, here's a quick look at what's going on at Skipton Town Hall this January.

Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park is looking ahead to an 'exciting new era' after being acquired by the Nottingham-based, family-owned Mellors Group.

A leaking canal could be fixed by injecting polyurethane grout into the towpath.

With snow in the forecast this week, Your Skipton Radio is reminding listeners that it’s the place to turn when the weather starts to cause disruption across Skipton.

Vision Express has announced that its store in Skipton will close this weekend.

Bus services in mid-Wharfedale will be diverted until 6th February, due to the closure of the B6160 road at The Scale near Strid Wood Tearooms for bridge repair work by North Yorkshire Council.

From spa days to family activities, a brand new website is making it easier to enjoy the best experiences right on your doorstep.

Brace yourself for an incredible hour of drama later today, as the nation’s best-loved characters crossover in an explosive soap special.

Health visitors in Yorkshire will be taking part in a new pilot scheme that aims to make childhood vaccinations more accessible for families facing barriers to getting to a GP surgery.

Police are appealing for information following a burglary and an attempted burglary involving quad bikes in the Skipton area.

The proprietor of Skipton’s Plaza Cinema has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours.

Airedale Hospital and Community Charity went above and beyond to bring festive cheer to patients, visitors and staff members across Airedale NHS Foundation Trust in 2025. 

The Met Office have warned of unsettled and wintry conditions as we head into the New Year, with a snow and ice warning issued and more likely to come.

Yorkshire Water has informed Addingham residents about the next phase of work happening on Low Mill Lane in the village.

The winner of this year's Santa Paws photo competition with Tyler James Pet Supplies has been revealed.

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a collision involving a dog near Settle.

The incident is believed to have taken place near Cawder Lane in Skipton.

A festive convoy of more than 200 decorated tractors has raised more than £45,000 for charity after touring towns and villages across the Aire Valley.

Bellway Homes has reported a significant increase in enquiries at its Skipton development following national recognition of the town as the UK’s happiest place to live.

Cross Hills-based Leightons Estate Agency has made a donation of £882 to Airedale Hospital and Community Charity.

The winners of local MP Robbie Moore’s 2025 Small Business Awards have been crowned after more than 2,500 votes were cast for over 200 small businesses across Keighley, Ilkley, Craven and the Worth Valley.

Train operator Northern has released a calendar to provide customers with a handy reference guide for service levels over the festive period.

Spanish airport operator Aena has acquired a majority stake in Leeds Bradford Airport in a deal worth £270million.

Bus and train services in the Skipton and Craven area will, as usual, be amended over the Christmas and New Year holiday period.

An Opticians has announced its latest sponsorship deal with Skipton RFC.

Same Difference Arts will present a family pantomime production of Jack and the Beanstalk at Skipton Town Hall later this month.

The number of primary school children as young as five being expelled due to their behaviour is a "shocking indictment on society", say councillors.

Application to trade at the Skipton Sheep Day are open which celebrates the heritage of Skipton.