Local news from Monday, November 17th, 2025
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VIDEO: Check out a magical local day out on The Polar Express
Special Polar Express-themed trains started on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway this weekend - and we went along to see what it's like.
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£3 million funding to boost special needs education
Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in North Yorkshire are being supported through a £3 million investment.
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Northern offers discounted tickets for journeys to Christmas markets
Customers who are planning to visit some fantastic Christmas markets in Yorkshire over the festive season are being offered £2 train tickets.
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Former Lioness to join Skipton for Christmas Lights Switch-On
Former England women’s international footballer Jean Elliott will turn on Skipton’s Christmas Lights this year on Sunday 30th November.
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Row over home-to-school transport escalates amid broken promises claim
A bitter row over changes to home-to-school transport policy in North Yorkshire has escalated with accusations of the truth being misrepresented and promises being broken.
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Council launches guide to improve support for Armed Forces in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Council has launched a guide to improve support for serving personnel, veterans, and their families across the county.
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