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The incident happened on 10th October at the Albion Yard, Skipton where an e-bike was stolen.

North Yorkshire Police are asking for witnesses to come forward or anyone with dashcam footage after a road traffic collision took place on Newmarket Street in Skipton.

Simple Minds bassist, Derek Forbes will be performing at the Sound Bar on 7th November as part of his 'A Very Simple Mind Tour'.

A unique Polar Express train experience is returning to our area for a second year.

North Yorkshire Police has been detailing how Operation Tornado is protecting both Harrogate and Craven.

Skipton Bid have announced the arrival of a pop-up pumpkin patch, a pumpkin carving workshop and more this Halloween for families to enjoy.

Yesterday, Spellman Care marked their achievement of becoming a Veteran Friendly care home group with a celebratory event at their home in Skipton, Craven Nursing Home.

Residents in North Yorkshire are being urged to dispose of their used vapes responsibly as part of the UK’s biggest celebration of recycling.

On Friday (4th October) Skipton MP Julian Smith met with the team to discuss the efforts of IDAS in supporting victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence in the local community.

On Thursday 3rd October, to celebrate National Poetry Day, the team at Airedale Hospital and Community Charity created a list of poems for patients to read at lunchtimes.

The Happy Voices Choir group from Bolton will be making their way to Skipton for the first time next year.

North Yorkshire Police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to following an assault in Skipton.

Police have launched an investigation following a criminal damage incident in Skipton.

The Met Office has issued yet another yellow weather warning for heavy rain in our area today (Wednesday).

An independent panel that annually reviews allowances paid to North Yorkshire councillors has proposed a rise linked to the rate of inflation.

Skipton and Ripon MP Sir Julian Smith visited Café Express in the Skipton Railway Station on Friday following the successful resolution of a longstanding lease negotiation issue.

The children's ward (ward 17) at Airedale Hospital have won the Friends of Airedale 2024 Courtyard Competition.

The annual Skipton Business Awards took place last night, recognising some of the very best businesses that the town has to offer.

Jenette Marshall, a resident of Skipton, recently hosted the inaugural Niff Fest, a community event that brought together local musicians, businesses and residents for a day of celebration.

Helen Allen is a registered volunteer with Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and has been inspired to bring more life to the hospitals outside spaces.

Nicola Wheeler from Silsden is no stranger to fundraising to the hospital as she has hosted many fundraising events over the last couple of years.

Skipton and Ripon MP, Sir Julian Smith is encouraging permanent residents of park home sites to apply for a dedicated Warm Home Discount scheme operated by Charis.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a road incident involving a 12-year-old boy.

From 1st October, OfGem made change to the energy prices, price cap resulting in a 10% increase in average annual costs for households using electricity and gas and paying by Direct Debit.

The award-winning spa at The Coniston Hotel is celebrating its 9th birthday with a special offer for visitors.

A public consultation has been launched which could see some council divisions for North Yorkshire Council redrawn ahead of the next local elections in 2027.

A TikTok star famous for the 'Yorkshire Kardashians' will be hitting the stage at Skipton Town Hall as part of her upcoming tour.

Northern is planning to introduce British Sign Language (BSL) announcements on all of its services, following a successful trial.

Sir Julian Smith, Conservative MP for Skipton and Ripon, has urged the government to reconsider changes to the national planning policy which could see more than 4,200 homes built in North Yorkshire a year.

North Yorkshire Police have released a CCTV image of a man following a theft in Skipton.

A Decontamination Services Technician at Airedale Hospital has "braved the shave" to support his mum who is currently undergoing treatment.

The Met Office has issued yet another yellow weather warning for heavy rain in our area today (Monday).

Schools in North Yorkshire have been recognised nationally for offering the healthiest and most nutritious meals in the country.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning with heavy rain expected in our area tomorrow (Thursday).