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Skipton firefighters help with tractor fire in Dales
Crews from Skipton supported North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service colleagues tackling a fire near Bentham this week.
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More than £2.5million lost to 'romance fraud' last year
Cruel 'romance fraudsters' cost victims in North Yorkshire and York more than £2.5million last year, according to new figures.
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Local estate agent takes on 20 mile walk for children's charity
This weekend Tramner White Estate Agent will take on a 20-mile walk starting at Bolton Abbey for The Principle Trust Children's Charity.
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Local house prices buck the UK trend with modest increase
The average asking price of a UK property has dropped by 0.3%, but according to a Skipton estate agent and Rightmove, the local housing market has bucked the trend.
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Skipton MP calls for mandatory autism training for teachers
Skipton MP Julian Smith has renewed his call for mandatory autism training for teachers.
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Mother and daughter trek the Great Wall of China for charity
Rebecca Fox and her mum Tracey Cooper are preparing for an 8-day journey to walk part of the Great Wall of China later this year.
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Multi-million pound Bewerley Park improvements near completion
A multi-million pound project to breathe new life into Bewerley Park outdoor learning centre is nearing completion.
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Police appeal after Skipton hit-and-run
Police have launched an appeal following a hit-and-run incident in Skipton.
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Have your say on maximum taxi fares in North Yorkshire
A six-week consultation has been launched to review the maximum fares for taxis operating across North Yorkshire.
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Skipton launches repair café to help locals fix, not toss
Share Skipton is launching its first Repair Café next weekend.
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North Yorkshire Fire Service rated 'good' in latest inspection
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has been rated 'Good' following a recent inspection.
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Yorkshire Water urges 'careful' water usage ahead of hot weather
Yorkshire Water is urging customers to carefully consider their water usage in the coming days ahead of the forecasted hot and dry weather.
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Five day 'heat health alert' covers Skipton
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for Craven and whole of Yorkshire over the coming days.
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Skipton residents invited to make their home energy efficient
Householders are being invited to discover how to reduce energy costs and make their homes warmer and greener at an event in Skipton.
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Skipton MP responds to latest Claimant Count Figures
Sir Julian Smith MP has responded to the latest claimant count figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which show that the number of people claiming unemployment-related benefits in the constituency remains significantly below the national average.
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Public nominations open for Skipton Business Awards 2025
The highly anticipated Skipton Business Awards 2025 are set to return, shining a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of businesses of Skipton.
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Silsden and Steeton bridge funding welcomed
News that a new pedestrian bridge has finally been given funding has been welcomed after many “frustrating” years of little progress.
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Skipton Gala headline act 'Only show of its kind in the UK'
Skipton Town Council have this year taken over the organising of the annual Skipton Gala, which is taking place this Saturday, 14 June.
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Rotary Clubs join forces for Santa Fun Run
The two Rotary Clubs in Skipton are joining forces to ensure the future of the The Great Skipton Santa Fun Run.
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Honours handed out at Pride of Airedale Awards 2025
Staff members and volunteers from across Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and AGH Solutions were honoured at a special event last week held in Ilkley.
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Addingham cafe and deli 'devastated' in overnight fire
The popular Joyful Deli bar and restaurant near Addingham says it is closed until further notice after a major fire in the early hours of Monday.
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Udderly brave fundraisers prepare to Zip the Cow for Sue Ryder
Thrill-seekers from all over Yorkshire are invited to take on a high-speed zip wire challenge over Ilkley Moor this summer to raise vital funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice in Oxenhope.
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New Airedale Hospital could be one of UK’s most 'state-of-the-art'
The new Airedale Hospital could be among the most modern hospitals in the country after it was revealed patients in the new hospital are set to benefit from their own ensuite bedrooms.
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Yorkshire Water thanks customers for water-saving efforts
Yorkshire Water has thanked customers for their water saving efforts in recent weeks, which has helped to reduce overall demand in the region.
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Appeal for footage after report of stolen car in Skipton
North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information after a car was reported stolen from the Skipton area.
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Firefighters raise £8,000 through epic 420-mile run
Two firefighters have raised a whopping £8,000 as part of an epic 420-mile running challenge.
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Care professionals smash Yorkshire Three Peaks fundraising target
A passionate team of care professionals haves successfully taken on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge raising over £1,000 for Dementia Adventure.
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GALLERY: Skipton Car Show success
Yesterday (1st June) was the annual Skipton Car Show, showcasing luxury and classic cars.
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Local MP welcomes North Yorkshire Business Week 2025
Sir Julian Smith MP has welcomed the launch of the first-ever North Yorkshire Business Week.
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Settle Beer Festival to return this August
Settle Victoria Hall Beer Festival will return for another year this August.
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Skipton BID Secures Grant from North Yorkshire Mayor’s High Street Fund
Skipton Business Improvement District (BID) has announced the success of their application to the High Streets Fund.
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Funding provided by mayor for programmes tackling skills shortages
Three new programmes designed to tackle skills shortages will “break down barriers to learning”, according to York and North Yorkshire mayor David Skaith.
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Application open for annual Skipton Sheep day
Application to trade at the Skipton Sheep Day are open which celebrates the heritage of Skipton.