Local news from Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

North Yorkshire Council is facing criticism over its approach to tackling homelessness after new figures revealed that rough sleeping has more than doubled in the past year.

Campaigners have demanded to know why North Yorkshire Council is refusing to release maps used to determine a child’s eligibility for free school transport amid claims of numerous inaccuracies within the system.

Young people in Skipton have been combining creativity and community spirit in the latest “Buzzing Skipton” workshop, which focused on poetry, planting, and storytelling.

Trail runners of all ages put their best foot forward at the popular Run Bolton Abbey on Sunday 9 November. The event saw more than 670 running enthusiasts take part, with the day expected to raise over £21,000 for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice in Oxenhope.

New research by Sykes Holiday Cottages has revealed the top destinations across the UK for a festive getaway — with Skipton featuring among the ten most popular Christmas break locations.

Ensuring that every child wakes up to a gift on Christmas Day remains the aim of an annual countywide toy appeal.