Local news from Thursday, August 13th, 2026
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Strong A Level performance celebrated by county’s schools
Students across North Yorkshire are celebrating after receiving their A Level, BTEC and T Level results today (Thursday).
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Main section of A59 Kex Gill route set to open 'within weeks'
The main section of the new A59 Kex Gill route between Harrogate and Skipton is set to open within weeks.
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Successful launch for Craven Court's new independent bookshop
A new independent bookshop has celebrated a successful first week in Skipton town centre.
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Free family music workshops coming to Skipton this weekend
Families are being invited to take part in a series of free music workshops in Skipton this weekend.
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