Local news from Monday, November 2nd, 2026
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Who will take over Alpamare? Questions remain after Flamingo Land departure
Fresh questions have emerged over the future of Scarborough’s Alpamare water park after Flamingo Land confirmed its involvement with the site had come to an end.
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Toby Carvery in Keighley to close for refurbishment ahead of Christmas
Toby Carvery in Keighley is set to close temporarily this month as the restaurant undergoes a refurbishment ahead of Christmas.
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Skipton charity launches Christmas gift appeal for children in need
A Skipton charity is appealing for support to help ensure children from struggling families receive a present this Christmas.
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Road closures announced for Keighley Christmas lights switch-on
A number of roads in Keighley town centre will be closed later this month as the town prepares for its annual Christmas lights switch-on.
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Skipton's Sackville Street features in Tesco Christmas advert
Skipton's Sackville Street has made an appearance in Tesco's new Christmas advert for 2026.
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BID delighted with Pop-Up Pumpkin Patch success in Skipton
The Skipton BID team were delighted to deliver another successful Pop-Up Pumpkin Patch to bring a traditional Halloween feel into the town centre.
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Skipton's Footbridge closes as replacement work begins
Work to replace Skipton's Tin Footbridge begins today (Monday 2 November), with the crossing set to remain closed for several weeks.
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Libraries offer light therapy kits to boost mood this winter
Harrogate residents can now borrow light therapy kits from their local library to help them through the darker winter months.
Today's weather
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