Local news from Friday, February 6th, 2026
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New pizza restaurant and bar opens in Skipton
Today (Friday 6th February), a brand new addition to the hospitality scene in Skipton opened their doors.
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Embsay pub raise over £400 for children's charity
The Elm Tree Inn in Embsay has raised more than four hundred pounds in support of The Principle Trust Children’s Charity.
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Silsden gym owner raises £7,370 for Breast Care Unit at Airedale Hospital
Co‑owner of Cobbydale Forge Gym in Silsden Stuart Heaviside, has completed one of Britain’s toughest endurance challenges.
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Reasons behind the inevitability of above-inflation council tax rise at North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire councillors are expected agree a 4.99 per cent increase in their authority’s share of the council tax bill when they meet next week.



