Local news from Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
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17 year old arrested following high speed pursuit from Skipton
Police say a suspected stolen car was located after a pursuit that passed through the Skipton area on Tuesday morning.
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The Coniston Hotel to remain under family ownership
The Coniston Hotel and Spa will remain under family ownership after plans to sell the business were withdrawn.
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Airedale Hospital introduces new service for prostate cancer
A new digital service has been introduced at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust to help prostate cancer patients receive test results more quickly.
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Appletreewick pub shortlisted in Countryside Alliance ‘Rural Oscars’
A pub near Skipton has been named a North of England finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards.
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Yorkshire residents needed for new series of BBC's Gladiators
Yorkshire residents are being invited to apply for the next series of the BBC's Gladiators.
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Taxi policy change could "finish off" industry, councillors warned
A proposed rule change to make taxis more accessible could "finish off" the trade, North Yorkshire councillors have been warned.



