Local news from Wednesday, July 15th, 2026
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Council accused of "letting the harm continue" after voting against school transport debate
North Yorkshire Council leaders have been accused of “letting the harm continue” after they voted against debating a motion to reverse a controversial home-to-school transport policy.
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Silsden firefighters assist in significant moorland fire
Firefighters from Silsden and Ilkley joined crews from across the area in attending a significant moorland fire near Silsden Tuesday afternoon.
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New deputy leader appointed at North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire Council has appointed Cllr Mark Crane as its new deputy leader.
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Rail engineering works will now extend to 7 days
Due to planned engineering improvement works, services on the Wharfedale Line will be amended for 4 days in July, and now 3 days in August.
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Record crowds enjoy opening day of Great Yorkshire Show
The Great Yorkshire Show welcomed record crowds as its 167th event opened yesterday (Tuesday).
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