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Craven Community College students recently featured on BBC's Countryfile.

 Sir Julian Smith MP has called for greater security at Skipton's bus station.

North Yorkshire residents with a moth infestation will now be charged more for treatment by the council than households with rat or mouse problem.

The chairman of North Yorkshire Council says the county is “standing side by side” with the Jewish community following an apparent anti-Semitic incident in London.

A new craft café is set to open in Skipton.

As Bradford Council continues to sell off its assets, a plot of land in Addingham has gone up for sale with a guide price of £500,000.

 A teenager has been arrested following an assault at Skipton bus station.

Furious North Yorkshire council chiefs have accused the region's mayor of "highways robbery" amid claims the county is losing £20m in funding to fix potholes and resurface roads.

Teams are being invited to take part in a charity dragon boat race returning to Skipton this spring.

Tourism leaders in York and North Yorkshire have highlighted the scale and diversity of the region’s visitor economy following a visit from a national industry figure.

Writer and performer Nigel Osner is bringing his one man show Too Young To Stay In, Too Old To Go Out! to Skipton this spring.

Craven Lawn Tennis Club, based in Gargrave, are gearing up for the start of the new 2026 season.

Skipton has been named the best place to live in the north and northeast of England in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide.

Bradford Council is progressing speed limit changes on a number of rural roads in the Steeton and Silsden area, as part of a wider commitment to making the district’s roads safer for all users. 

Residents, businesses and visitors in Skipton are being invited to share their views on future investment plans for the town.

A shop in Skipton where a worker sold alcohol to a child has had its premises licence revoked.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance are encouraging people to turn yellow for Yorkshire this July.

Sir Julian Smith MP has welcomed the government’s announcement of a £53 million support package for vulnerable households.

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.

Police are asking for help to identify those involved with the motorcycle theft incident.

Skipton BID recently held training session to use the new 'Bleed Kits'.

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.

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.

A fundraising canal cruise featuring a tribute to a well-known country music star is set to take place in Skipton this summer.

Yorkshire family run business, Spellman care have announced its official support to Airdale Hospital & Community Charity's Easter Appeal this year.

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.

An 82-year-old Skipton man has been jailed for multiple sexual offences against children.

The Geekside in Skipton announced their closure on 10th March.

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.

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.

Police say a suspected stolen car was located after a pursuit that passed through the Skipton area on Tuesday morning.

The Coniston Hotel and Spa will remain under family ownership after plans to sell the business were withdrawn.

A new digital service has been introduced at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust to help prostate cancer patients receive test results more quickly.

A pub near Skipton has been named a North of England finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards.

Yorkshire residents are being invited to apply for the next series of the BBC's Gladiators.

A proposed rule change to make taxis more accessible could "finish off" the trade, North Yorkshire councillors have been warned.

The Principle Trust Children’s Charity is proud to announce it has raised over £2,500 for vulnerable families with the help of Charlotte Tilbury, enough to provide four respite breaks,

The incident occured yesterday (Monday 9th March) at 12:08pm.

The Addingham Village Panto team have announced its production of Aladdin & his Marvellous Lamp raised a whopping £3,200, which will be split between two amazing local good causes!

Members of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust will soon be able to stand for election to become a Governor, with nominations opening on 16th March.

Communities are being encouraged to get involved in a national litter-picking initiative aimed at keeping North Yorkshire clean and tidy.

The Hive in Silsden have shared that they will be hosting a two day sale next month.

Skipton MP, Julian Smith met with Foluke Ajayi to receive an update on plans for the redevelopment of Airedale Hospital.

Airedale Hospital & Community Charity hit the open road once again for its fifth annual World Book Day road trip, bringing stories, smiles, and plenty of book‑themed fun to five local primary schools. This was all made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of CAD21.

Councillors say they are “bored” of talking about plans for a link road and want work to start as soon as possible amid concerns over flooding.

Ison Harrison Solicitors are celebrating the launch of their new branch.

Students from schools in the Skipton area took part in the Rotary Technology Tournament at Gargrave Village Hall.

North Yorkshire Police say a silver 4x4 was taken from the driveway of a property near Hardsity Hill at around 7.55pm on Tuesday, 3rd March. 

A new local voucher platform launched by Your Media Group has generated tens of thousands of pounds for partner businesses in its first month.

The North and West Yorkshire care group in Silsden have announced their innovative exhibition.

Airedale Hospital Community Charity has launched its 2026 Easter Appeal.

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