Skipton's Gala Queen is picked for 2025

More from Local news

• Cyclist dies following collision on A59 near Skipton

  Police are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist died following a collision on the A59 near Skipton.

• Terminal illness council tax exemption could cost North Yorkshire £2.2m

  Plans to exempt terminally ill residents from paying council tax could cost North Yorkshire Council up to £2.2m a year, a new report has revealed.

• Annual golf day raises £4,383 for Airedale Hospital

  A charity golf day has raised more than £4,300 to support patients, families and staff at Airedale.

• Eddie 'The Eagle' to attend opening of new vet practice in Skipton

  Olympic ski jumping legend Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards is heading to Skipton to officially open the town's newest veterinary practice.

• Skipton Vintage Supply set to open this weekend

  A new vintage clothing shop is set to open its doors in Skipton this weekend, with giveaways planned for its first customers.

• Plans for Keighley Bowling Alley approved

  Plans for a new bowling alley that would “increase footfall” in a town centre, including in the evening, have been approved.

• Mayor brands lack of fixed speed cameras in North Yorkshire ‘shameful’

  The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire says it is “shameful” that the county has no fixed speed cameras .

• Skipton team raises £3,300+ for The Principle Trust in Three Peaks challenge

  A team of property professionals has taken on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for a Skipton-based children’s charity.

• Manorlands runners raise £45,000 at Great North Run

  Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice is celebrating after 90 supporters completed the Great North Run and raised more than £45,000.

• North Yorkshire buses are a ‘mess’ after years of underinvestment, says mayor

  North Yorkshire’s bus services are in a “mess” after years of underinvestment, the region’s mayor has told councillors.

• North Yorkshire Police to use live facial recognition for first time

  North Yorkshire Police will use live facial recognition technology for the first time this week.

• Police appeal after tyres slashed on four cars in Skipton

  Police have launched an investigation after the tyres of four vehicles were deliberately slashed in Skipton.

• Free Halloween pumpkin patch and monster trail returning to Skipton

  Families will be able to enjoy free Halloween activities in Skipton this October as the town's popular pumpkin patch and Monster Trail return for half-term.

• Yarndale set to bring thousands of yarn lovers to Skipton

  Skipton is preparing to welcome yarn enthusiasts from across the UK and beyond when Yarndale returns this weekend.

• Council chiefs back school transport policy despite "legacy of harm" claim

  North Yorkshire Council chiefs have rejected calls to scrap an unpopular school transport policy, telling opposition councillors they would make the same decision if they were responsible for the authority’s finances.

• Second home owners challenge North Yorkshire's 100% council tax premium

  Councillors are set to debate calls for North Yorkshire Council to suspend its controversial second home council tax premium after a petition attracted 1,000 signatures.

• Glusburn nursery to celebrate 50th anniversary with community party

  The nursery is inviting generations of families to come together for a special celebration marking its 50th anniversary.

• Woodland work underway to boost wildlife at Damems trail

  Work is underway at Damems Woodland Trail to create new habitats and encourage a greater variety of wildlife.

• Miniature food jewellery workshop coming to Skipton

  A local artist is bringing her miniature food jewellery to Skipton with a workshop inspired by childhood parties and nostalgic treats.

• Alpamare waterpark to be sold to 'protect its future' with private investment

  A major waterpark in North Yorkshire is expected to be sold to a new owner after it was taken over by North Yorkshire Council.