Local news from Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
If you or your organisation has some information or a press release that you think may be of interest to our listeners please send it to news@yourskipton.com or fill in our Contact form.
-
MP to meet Transport Ministers over spiralling cost of Silsden–Steeton bridge
Keighley & Ilkley MP Robbie Moore will meet with Transport Ministers to discuss bringing the spiralling costs of the long-awaited pedestrian bridge between Silsden and Steeton under control.
-
Get broken or damaged item fixed for free at Skipton Repair Café
Repair Cafés are returning to Skipton this winter, giving residents the chance to get broken or damaged items fixed for free while enjoying a friendly, community atmosphere.
-
Over 100 fire service staff injured across North Yorkshire in three years
Data obtained by Accident Claims Advice shows that more than 100 firefighters working for North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service have been injured while on duty over the past three years.
-
Funding applications now open for Skipton Charities Gala Fund
Skipton Town Council [STC] is now inviting applications from charities and community organisations who would like to benefit from the annual event.
