Local news from Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
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Yorkshire Air Ambulance appoints new CEO
Yorkshire Air Ambulance Charity has announced the appointment of Kathryn Marsden OBE as its new Chief Executive Officer
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Council to increase council tax by maximum after £43m "wallop" from government
Council chiefs say they have no choice but to raise council tax by the maximum allowed after receiving a £43m "wallop" in cuts from the government.
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Cost of Skipton garden bin licence revealed
Skipton residents are being reminded to purchase their garden waste collection licence ahead of the launch of the annual service in March.
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Airedale Hospital receives £8,000 donation from Sovereign Health Care
The West Yorkshire-based cash-plan provider donated the money last week.
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Local MP shares Kex Gill progress update
Local MP for Skipton and Ripon has shared an update on the works at Kex Gill.
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New incentive could save Skipton housebuyers up to £25,000
Housebuilder, Bellway has launched a new incentive campaign offering savings of up to £25,000 to buyers looking to purchase a new home in Skipton.
