Local news
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Mayor says 'dictator' comparison by North Yorkshire councillor was 'offensive'York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has hit back after a senior North Yorkshire councillor compared the growing powers of elected mayors to those of a dictator.
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New home approved next to reservoir in Silsden despite council objectionsA house can be built on land next to a rural reservoir – despite the objections of a town council.
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North Yorkshire faces major challenge to prepare Local Plan in 30 monthsNorth Yorkshire Council has warned it faces a major challenge to draw up a blueprint that will determine where thousands of new homes are built across the county within a tight government-imposed timetable.
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Extra bus added after children left stranded between Embsay and SkiptonAn extra bus service has been introduced between Embsay and Skipton after children as young as 11 were left stranded at the roadside because morning services were full.
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Upcoming local events
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Beer & Gin Festival 2026The Glusburn and Crosshills Beer & Gin Festival returns in 2026! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend celebrating great drinks, great music, and great comp...
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Addingham Beer FestivalEnjoy both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a quiz and music
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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.
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Quilt in a Day Workshop
Learn the traditional techniques of patchwork and quilting in this full-day workshop with experienced quilter Jacqueline of Bee-Spoke Quilts.
at Just Makers
National news
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Sixth man arrested in connection with suspected RAF Fairford terror plotA dual UK-Iranian national has become the sixth person to be arrested in connection with the suspected RAF Fairford terror plot.
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Baby girl found on shoreline may have been in water for weeks police sayA baby girl whose body was found on the shoreline in Wales may have been in the water for weeks, police have said.
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Release of Scot detained in India for nine years moment of joy and sorrowThe brother of a Scot detained in India for nearly nine years without conviction is a “moment of joy and sorrow”.
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Premier League dragged through the mud by Man City case Gary NevilleThe Premier League has been “dragged through the mud” by the Manchester City guilty verdict, Gary Neville has said.
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