Local news from Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
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Railway station's beer festival to start this weekend
A weekend of steam trains, real ales and live music is coming to the Yorkshire Dales as the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway gets set to host its Branch Line Weekend & Beer Festival.
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Silsden green grocers and deli shortlisted for Keighley & Airedale Business Award
Silsden greengrocer and deli has been shortlisted for a Keighley & Airedale Business Award.
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North Yorkshire Council chief executive to retire after almost 40 years
North Yorkshire Council’s chief executive Richard Flinton has announced he will retire from his role at the end of March next year.
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Skipton MP backs tougher social media restrictions for under-16s
Skipton MP Sir Julian Smith has reiterated his support for Government plans to ban children under 16 from using social media.
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Luke’s Big Push gets underway as Skipton team takes on 130 mile challenge
A team of volunteers has set off from Skipton as Luke’s Big Push gets underway, with supporters backing the latest fundraising challenge for Thisisluke.
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New guided walking tours launched in Skipton
A new guided walking tour is giving visitors and local residents the chance to discover more about Skipton, from its historic castle and famous market to the town’s canal and hidden stories.
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