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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.

The spirit of festive competition and culinary excellence was on full display as Spellman Care successfully hosted its highly anticipated Annual Christmas Cake Competition for 2025.

Microbiology workers at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust have announced plans to take industrial action later this month, citing concerns about pay and working conditions.

Skipton BID has announced that its fully funded Street Marshals will return to support welfare in the town over the busy festive period.

Families are being invited to enjoy a festive evening at Glusburn Community & Arts Centre on Friday 19th December for some 'Christmas magic'.

Julian Smith MP has welcomed the passing of new legislation aimed at strengthening protections for livestock and supporting farmers and rural communities.

Rudolph's Run is coming back on Sunday 21st December, with over 200 decorated tractors set to light up the streets of Yorkshire's villages and towns and the route has been revealed.

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