Harrogate
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Plans submitted for next stage of 'urban village' development in Yorkshire
A development of 32 homes could soon be built on a site near Shipley – a decade after plans for a major housing scheme were approved.
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Look inside the unique £525,000 Harrogate home with artist’s studio and gym
A uniquely designed five-bedroom family home in Sundew Heath, Harrogate, is on sale for £525,000.
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Hornsea Mere: The largest freshwater lake in Yorkshire which was bought for just £50
As the largest freshwater lake in Yorkshire, Hornsea Mere is a popular destination for sailing, bird-watching and leisurely walks.
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Yorkshire firms say artificial intelligence is helping create new jobs
New research from Lloyds Business Barometer suggests 65 per cent of Yorkshire and Humber firms using AI say it has led to job creation.
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Andy Burnham to focus on fly-tipping and local transport links on 'summer tour'
The new Prime Minister started with an announcement that eligible disabled bus passengers will get free transport all day, every day.
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Dry weather changes the face of York and its landmarks - in pictures
Prolonged dry weather is taking its toll on York and its landmarks with parched grass, low water levels and dusty paths transforming familiar views.
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'A brotherhood' - The Sheffield groups helping men with their mental health
Every Monday evening across Sheffield, groups of men meet up to get things off their chests and talk about how their week has been.
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Newly refurbished nursery opens at York Biotech Campus in Sand Hutton
The newly refurbished Little Years Sand Hutton has opened its doors on the York Biotech Campus.
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New women’s choir launches in Knaresborough with Prosecco night
Love Pop Choir will host a Prosecco launch night on September 7, at Forest Moor & Calcutt Village Hall in Knaresborough.
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KFC: Fresh details emerge over new drive-thru restaurant in Yorkshire
Fresh details have emerged about a new drive thru fast food restaurant which is set to open in York.
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North Yorkshire Cat Centre to celebrate 25th anniversary with open day
The North Yorkshire Cat Centre, part of Cats Protection, is celebrating 25 years of helping cats find new homes.
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Watch moment driver who caused 17-year-old boy to lose leg hits 100mph in 30mph zone
A man from Bradford who drove over 100mph in a 30mph zone and left a 17-year-old boy life changing injuries including the loss of his leg has been jailed.
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Severe delays after crash among roadworks in major road near York
A major road near York is currently blocked after a crash with queues beginning to mount.
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Firefighters called to fire at York playground
Firefighters were called to a York playground last night after part of the equipment was set on fire.
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Ripon pub takes inspiration from Woodstock for new live music festival
Magstock will take place on Bank Holiday Saturday at The Magdalens in Ripon.
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An android accused of murder takes centre stage in new Scarborough play
Rehearsals are underway for a new play, The Trial of Romeo Oscar, set to intrigue and provoke audiences at the Stephen Joseph Theatre
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Government plans for extreme weather 'worst case scenario'
The National Fire Chiefs Council said 1,132 wildfires have now been recorded across England and Wales in 2026 so far – a record high for the amount between January and this time of year.
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Ainsley Harriott visits Martin House and prepares meals for hospice families and staff | Harrogate Informer
TV chef Ainsley Harriott has visited Martin House Children’s Hospice to help prepare dinner for young people staying at the hospice and members of its care
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Fire started deliberately in coastal Yorkshire town
A fire has been started deliberately under a bridge in Whitby.
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Government scraps disabled bus pass restrictions after Harrogate MP's campaign
Time restrictions on disabled bus passes are set to be scrapped following an almost two-year campaign by Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon.
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York accountancy firm named among city’s top three for tenth year running
Mollan & Co, based in Stamford Bridge, received the Three Best Rated crystal award.
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Hundreds of solar panels set to be installed on York building
Hundreds of solar panels are set to be installed on the roof of a York building.
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Much-loved Yorkshire park reopened after three-year flooding alleviation work
A warm reception has greeted the re-working of a much-loved park to better defend properties against flooding while boosting wildlife – as scheme partners also have an eye on the heat.
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York Food and Drink Festival reveals new venue and packed 2026 programme
York Food and Drink Festival is back for another year of culinary delights, from September 18 to 27.
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Popular York cafe which operates ‘at capacity’ to expand with takeaway next to York Minster
A popular cafe in York that operates at full capacity with long queues of visitors will be expanding with a takeaway next to York Minster.
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Hidden past of Yorkshire moors to be revealed with drone
It’s a far cry from Time Team days when archaeologists had no choice but to drag ground sensing equipment across rough ground to find out what lies beneath.
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Spaces at ‘super prison’ near York raise questions over plans to release prisoners early
The fact that prisoners are being released early because the Government says there isn’t enough yet the country’s newest “super prison” near York is still operating at hundreds of prisoners below its full capacity more than a year after opening is deeply embarrassing for the Government.
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There is nothing fair about the plan to dump illegal migrants on Linton-on-Ouse - Andrew Vine
According to our Prime Minister, the plan to dump 1,200 illegal migrants on a small village in the Yorkshire countryside is all about fairness. I’d beg to differ, and so would the residents of Linton-on-Ouse, near York, who face seeing the former RAF base on their doorsteps turned into one of the country’s biggest detention centres for asylum seekers.
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York and North Yorkshire residents asked to share views on violent crime
People across York and North Yorkshire are being asked to share their views on violence and community safety in a survey led by Jo Coles.
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Harrogate author champions young writers tackling county lines in poetry
Harrogate author and organiser Christina Gabbitas recently announced the winners of a national poetry and lyric-writing competition.
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New Ripon pub landlords to host Magstock music festival
Seven live acts are set to take to the stage at a new music festival in Ripon later this month.
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Allegations of sexual abuse at Army Foundation College Harrogate show the need for a culture change - Ahmed Al-Nahhas
As a lawyer who has spent most of his career representing survivors of sexual crime in the armed forces, I’m not at all surprised by the stories of rape, abuse and sexual harassment at the Army Foundation College Harrogate (AFC), reported widely by the BBC recently.
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York businesses report booming trade in hot summer - but challenges too
Hospitality businesses across York and North Yorkshire report a boost to trade thanks to our hot summer but also some challenges.
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Man due in court after being charged with manslaughter over dog bite death
A man is due to appear in court today charged with manslaughter following the death of another man who was bitten by a dog.
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Management at Morrisons need to ask ‘what would Sir Ken do?’
For the people of Yorkshire, Morrisons has long been viewed as more than just a supermarket. Even as it grew to become one of the largest grocers in the country, there was a strong connection between the business and the region.
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Knaresborough car dealer jailed for fraudulent trading
A director of a high-value sports car dealership in Knaresborough has been jailed for fraudulent trading.
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Podium success for Pickering runners at gruelling Farndale challenge
Pickering Running Club battled a hot and dusty day in the Hardmoors Farndale Half Marathon at the weekend.
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Harrogate charity says Government's bus passes decision 'will make such a difference to disabled people'
The Government has scrapped restrictions on disabled bus passes just weeks before Harrogate and Knaresborough’s MP was due to force a second Commons vote on it.
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Harrogate sisters celebrate second Yorkshire award for lifestyle brand
Harrogate sisters Clare and Lucy Bulmer took home the award for Best Fashion & Interiors at the 2026 Yorkshire Muddy Stilettos Awards.
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Harrogate law firm appoints new head of employment law
Lanre Fakunle has joined McCormicks Solicitors in Harrogate as the new head of employment law.
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Two men deny setting fire to Pickering family's house
Two men have denied starting a fire with intent to endanger the lives of a Pickering man and his family.
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Children's rides and dinosaurs to hit Valley Gardens this weekend
Dinosaurs, children's rides and giant games are set to take over Valley Gardens in Harrogate this weekend.
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VW ID Buzz GTX: this review might not be for you
If you are a motoring aficionado, this review of the Volkswagen I.D. Buzz is probably not for you. Move along. Nothing to see here.
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York city centre flat with panoramic skyline views hits market for £695,000
A sixth-floor flat at Ryedale House, offering panoramic views across York’s historic skyline, has been listed for £695,000.
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Ainsley Harriott cooks for families and staff at Martin House hospice
TV chef Ainsley Harriott has helped prepare meals for families and staff during a visit to Martin House Children's Hospice.
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Eight-bedroom Fulford property with beauty salon on sale for £775,000
An eight-bedroom property in Fulford, with apartments and a salon, is up for sale for offers over £775,000.
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How parents can help support their children awaiting their GCSE results - Matt Buttery
This week, many students across Yorkshire will be nervously awaiting their GCSE results. It’s a day many of us remember well, waiting anxiously to see if all that hard work has paid off.
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Here’s what you need to know about how Leeds University can improve financial skills
When people think about finance, they often assume it is the responsibility of accountants, finance directors or specialist teams, writes By Susanne Marchant, Head of Enterprise Programmes, Executive Education, Leeds University Business School
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UK’s first academic grunge conference to explore music and culture in York
Grunge Included 2026, the UK’s first academic conference dedicated to the genre, will take place at York St John University.
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Date of blood Moon partial lunar eclipse - why Moon will appear red and how to see it
A partial lunar eclipse - making the Moon appear red - will occur towards the end of August.