Harrogate
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Harrogate campaigner calls for action on antisocial behaviour
A Harrogate campaigner is calling for key organisations to work more closely together to tackle persistent antisocial behaviour and the issues that lie behind it.
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Diversion in place on main road in North Yorkshire after collision
A DIVERSION is in place on a main road in North Yorkshire following a collision.
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'We are opening soon' says signs in Harrogate at empty shop property
Food lovers in Harrogate have a new takeaway shop to look forward to.
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Draft environmental approval for controversial gas rig plan in North Yorkshire
A PLANNED gas drilling rig on the North Yorkshire coast has received draft approval for an environmental permit to explore for gas.
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Public urged to help shape support for county’s unpaid carers | Harrogate Informer
People across North Yorkshire are being asked to help shape a new strategy aimed at improving support for unpaid carers across the county.
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Nine-year-old girl from West Yorkshire dies in Scotland as man arrested
A man arrested in connection with the death of a nine-year-old girl in Arbroath was known to her and officers are not looking for anyone else, police have said.
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People ‘assaulted’ by cyclist with ‘food delivery backpack’ in York - man arrested
A man has been arrested after police said people were allegedly assaulted by the same person in York city centre.
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OPINION: All change in Westminster - and in educational qualifications
August, the so called silly season. It’s all change in Westminster apparently. Well, actually not quite. Larry the cat remains in situ and embarking on serving his seventh Prime Minister.
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North Yorkshire Police release CCTV image of man after crockery stolen from shop in Harrogate
North Yorkshire Police has issued a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to following a theft at a shop in Harrogate.
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Giving regions financial tools to shape their future
In June 2025, I argued in The Yorkshire Post that England’s devolution journey had reached a crossroads and giving mayors more responsibilities was no longer enough. I called for fiscal devolution - allowing mayoral regions to retain a share of the income tax and business rates they generate so they have the financial certainty to invest in their own future, rather than relying on short-term grants from Whitehall.
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Burglars strike at specialty shop in North Yorkshire
Multiple burglars have struck inside a specialist electrical shop in North Yorkshire.
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Man in critical condition after crash in busy York road
A man is in critical condition after a crash which saw him taken to hospital by an air ambulance.
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York under heat health alert as temperatures set to rise to 28C – here’s when
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for York as the Met Office forecasts highs of 28C for the city.
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Musical of 90s cult classic novel with York date cancelled due to low ticket sales
Trainspotting: The Musical will no longer be shown in York after its UK tour was cancelled due to “lower than expected ticket sales”.
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Man jailed for attempted murder after unprovoked stabbing
A Huddersfield man has been jailed after carrying out an unprovoked stabbing that left his victim with life-threatening injuries.
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What North Yorkshire's long-term urban gull strategy could mean for the area
A long-term urban gull strategy for the North Yorkshire coast is set to be approved by council bosses this week.
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Pair plead guilty after death of man outside Working Men’s Club in Yorkshire
Two men are due to be sentenced later this year after pleading guilty to offences in connection with the death of Doncaster dad Jason Gaskin.
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'It was absolute chaos' - landlord speaks about crash outside his pub in York
A man who alerted police to a crash outside his pub in York has described “absolute chaos” as emergency services worked to make the scene safe.
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Dog walker treated in hospital after breaking up dog fight
A dog walker was treated in hospital after attempting to break up a dog fight.
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Morrisons bringing popular Burger Boi restaurants to UK supermarkets
Morrisons is expanding its partnership with Burger Boi after the success of its first in-store restaurant, with six more locations planned across…
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Thank You, Sorry, and Congratulations is the latest exhibition by Yorkshire artist James Thomas Butler
A leading independent Harrogate gallery is to do a double launch this weekend of two Northern artists.
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OPINION: My work on behalf of local people does not stop despite recess
The summer recess provides a welcome opportunity to spend even more time across Ripon and Nidderdale, meeting residents, businesses and community organisations.
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Public urged to help shape support for county’s unpaid carers
People across North Yorkshire are being asked to help shape a new strategy aimed at improving support for unpaid carers across the county.
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Teesworks: loan facility of £350m set up to replace 'historic informal arrangements'
The monetary arrangements and loans around Teesworks have been hugely controversial.
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'Significant safety risk' for users of York railway station to be addressed in plans
LNER has applied to City of York Council to replace terrazzo flooring at York railway station on the inner and outer concourses and between…
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Heartfelt tributes to 'beautiful daughter' who died in crash on A170
A HEARTFELT tribute has been made to a "beautiful daughter, sister and granddaughter" who died following a road accident last week."
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Man 'exposes himself' near shoe shop in coastal North Yorkshire town
A man has reportedly exposed himself outside Clarks in a coastal North Yorkshire town.
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Major high street chain to open new store at Yorkshire shopping centre
Yorkshire Trading Company is set to open a new store in Beverley's Flemingate Shopping Centre.
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Watch teenage off-road biker risking lives before crashing during police chase
A 15-year-old biker risked lives while trying to flee from police before crashing in South Yorkshire.
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Greggs reveals bizarre weather code that unlocks cheaper lunches
Greggs' new Quicknic deal code will offer a discount depending on the weather in a specific region
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Three-year-old seriously injured after being hit by car in Middlesbrough
A three-year-old child is in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car at the weekend.
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Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the year
A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his…
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Harcourt Gardens to Host 1950s Community Food Festival | Harrogate Informer
Harcourt Gardens care home on Harcourt Road in Harrogate is hosting a 1950s-themed community food festival on Saturday, 8th August, starting at 2:30 pm.
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NFU Mutual strengthens support for Yorkshire Air Ambulance's Big Air Base Build | Harrogate Informer
Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) is celebrating the continued support of NFU Mutual after the insurer made a second donation of £7,899 towards the Charity's Big
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"A divided Yorkshire is a weakened Yorkshire" - Harrogate & Knaresborough MP calls on Burnham to deliver a Yorkshire Parliament | Harrogate Informer
Tom Gordon, Liberal Democrat MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, has used Yorkshire Day to call on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to go further than this week's
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'Uncanny timing' of Harrogate rock band's new track about human reality of homelessness
A Harrogate musician’s new single has been given what he describes as an “unexpected sense of timing” by the arrival of Andy Burnham as new Prime Minister.
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Fire started deliberately in York park - police called in to investigate
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said a crew from Acomb was called to Dringhouses last night (Sunday, August 2).
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Seven major exhibitions to bring £10.5m boost to Harrogate economy
Harrogate Convention Centre is preparing for seven major exhibitions set to bring thousands of visitors to the town and generate an estimated £10.5 million for the local economy.
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Ake & Humphris unveils new veranda on Leeds Road
Ake & Humphris has officially opened its brand new veranda at its Leeds Road shop in Harrogate.
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August Premium Bonds winners are in - Check to see if you've won £1 million
National Savings and Investments have announced the August 2026 Premium Bonds winners. See if you've won big.
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Series of seven major events revealed at award-winning Harrogate Convention Centre
Harrogate Convention Centre is to provide the town with a £10.5 million boost as it prepares to welcome thousands of visitors for a series of major events.
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Child left alone in car in sweltering temperatures at Leeds & Bradford Airport Car Boot Sale
Police were called to reports of child neglect at a Yorkshire car boot sale on Sunday after a child was left in a car alone.
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Thrill-seeking fundraisers attempt to save heritage bridge with big jump
A group of thrill-seekers is set to take their fundraising to save a stretch of North Yorkshire’s most picturesque railways to new heights.
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Car expert explains how fast can you drive before triggering a speed camera
Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble
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Police attacker hid under parked vehicle before arrest in East Yorkshire coastal town
It happened on Saturday, August 1, whilst officers were patrolling the seafront as part of Operation Coastline.
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Tesco announces discount fuel offer for UK shoppers who do this one thing
The coupon can be used at Tesco petrol stations across the UK on petrol or diesel, and the offer is valid until Sunday, August 23.
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Emma Thompson enjoys watching film at York cinema
A Hollywood superstar and certified ‘lovey’ visited City Screen in the UK city in Yorkshire.
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'Charming' North Yorkshire town named one of the best places to live by the sea in UK
Saltburn has been named one of the UK’s best seaside towns to live in by the Sunday Times.
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Dog hit and killed by police car after she chased thieves stealing her puppies
A dog was accidentally hit and killed by a police car after she tried to chase down thieves who had stolen her puppies.
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Views sought in new polling district and polling station review | Harrogate Informer
Residents across North Yorkshire are being encouraged to share their views as part of a review of polling districts and places to ensure voting arrangements