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Council chiefs were told there was no such thing as a 'free pee' as they agreed plans to introduce 40p charges to use public toilets across North Yorkshire.

Skipton's St George's Day parade this weekend will feature scouts from across South Craven.

Engineering works on the railway this weekend will mean direct trains will run between Skipton and Ilkley - more than 60 years after the line closure.

Train operator Northern is reminding customers about changes to the Airedale line timetable next month.

Multiple schools in Skipton have been recognised for the 2024/2025 School Games Award.

A major contemporary art exhibition featuring work by 50 artists is being staged across North Yorkshire this year, marking the 20th anniversary of the Aesthetica Art Prize.

The Sue Ryder Manorlands PaintRush run will take place this June.

Police are appealing for information following a collision on the A59 between Harrogate and Skipton.

The Woolly Sheep Inn has been named as a finalist for the 2026 award for pubs.

Pippa went missing on Wednesday 15th April from her home in Skipton.

Regional Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, announced that he would be funding local schemes as part of a new fund.

North Yorkshire Council has received a flood of critical comments and queries in response to a new system requiring residents to register to use waste recycling centres.

Skipton Mayor's Charity Dinner took place last night at Skipton Town Hall.

This year has seen the highest number of first-choice offers on record.

An exhibition celebrating the 200-year history of Craven College is continuing in Skipton as part of the college’s anniversary events.

A new registration scheme designed to improve access to North Yorkshire’s household waste recycling centres.

A long forgotten travelling circus is set to return to Yorkshire this summer, following an unusual discovery in a North Yorkshire barn.

Northern say planned engineering work on Sunday, 19 April, will impact services on the Airedale Line.

Skipton BID is calling on local traders to join the Yorkshire Day celebrations in the town this year.

The new Thomas Black Local Litter Awards aim to recognise volunteers, groups and businesses improving our local environment and celebrate efforts in litter clearing, conservation and community engagement.

Two dedicated fundraisers, Joe Gaughan and Simon Horsfall, are preparing to take on the iconic London Marathon this year in support of Skipton based, The Principle Trust Children’s Charity.

Plans to introduce a 50p charge for using some public toilets across North Yorkshire are set to be considered by councillors later this month.

North Yorkshire Council has begun legal action against York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (CA) over a decision which council chiefs say will mean a £20m loss in funding for road repairs.

Voters will head to the polls in May for a major shake-up of local democracy, with every Bradford Council seat being contested in an 'all-out' election.

This April, staff and friends of The Raikes Residential Home in Silsden are coming together to take on a simple, but powerful challenge, a 2-minute plank every day, for the entire month.

A brand new cake shop opened in Skipton at the beginning of this month.

Skipton BID is celebrating Skipton as a must-visit destination following recent national recognition.

Skipton Rotary announced the arrival of an 'Eco Day' at the Skipton Town Hall.

North Yorkshire Police are investigating a burglary that happened last Sunday.

Services in Skipton will be affected next week due to improvement works at the town’s bus station.

The Stock Room on Pembroke Street Skipton.

"Come'ere There's More", Jimmy Cricket headlines Silsden Town Hall, supported by his daughter Katie Mulgrew, and resident comic, Howard Walker.

The Principle Trust Children’s Charity is delighted to announce a series of generous Easter egg donations from local businesses, helping to bring joy to children supported by the charity this Easter.

North Yorkshire Police has announced it's planning to implement Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology within York and North Yorkshire.

Strike action by resident doctors will disrupt services at Airedale Hospital from 7am on Tuesday 7 April until 7am on Monday 13 April 2026.

Northern says the majority of its services will run as normal over the Easter bank holiday, while reminding customers to plan ahead and check before travelling.

Bus services in the Craven District will be amended over Easter weekend, and increased DalesBus services into and around the Yorkshire Dales National Park will restart for the summer season.

Raven Tree Top Adventure in Skipton announced they were open for their season.

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a collision which occurred in Skipton town centre.

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.

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