Local news
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£2,000 grants available for sports clubs across Skipton and RiponCommunity sports clubs across Skipton are being encouraged to apply for thousands of pounds in funding through the Cash4Clubs programme.
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New Skipton Lidl approved despite concerns over trafficPlans for a new Lidl supermarket in Skipton have been approved despite concerns about the loss of land earmarked for employment and the impact of additional traffic.
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Skipton shop sold following owner's retirementSkipton shop Magpie has been sold, with new owners set to take over the business in the coming weeks.
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Cancer patient raises £11,000 to support others at Airedale HospitalA former cancer patient has raised more than £11,000 to help improve comfort for people undergoing treatment at Airedale Hospital.
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Upcoming local events
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POTTERY PAINTING & CAFE FUN (SKIPTON)
Fun-filled activity pottery painting and cafe combined all under one roof.
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Simon Yates of Touching The Void - My Mountain Life
A fascinating and humorous evening, acclaimed by both regular theatre patrons and outdoor enthusiasts alike!
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Driving in the Dark
This is a six week course for writers who would like to take a deep dive into writing short and long form fiction
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Abstract: Behind the Landscape Exhibition
Abstract: Beyond the Landscape brings together original abstract art by Yorkshire artists in the first of Just Makers’ new programme of exhibitions in Skipton.
at Just Makers
National news
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Christa Pike angry and confused after surviving execution says lawyerChrista Pike is “angry and confused” after regaining consciousness almost six days after Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute her, one of her lawyers has said.
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Southampton boss Tonda Eckert given suspended six week ban and fine over SpygateSouthampton boss Tonda Eckert has avoided major punishment for his role in ‘Spygate’ after the Football Association issued a six-week ban suspended until the end of next season.
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Sir Kevin Sinfield Rob Burrow would laugh but be really proud at knighthoodSir Kevin Sinfield said his late friend Rob Burrow would be “laughing” but “enormously proud” to see him receive a knighthood.
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Mikel Arteta signs new Arsenal deal until 2030Mikel Arteta has committed his future to Arsenal by signing a new contract which will keep him with the Premier League champions until the summer of 2030.
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