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Knaresborough Conservative champion issues retrospective tourist tax debate challenge to Metro Mayor
A Knaresborough political candidate has launched a public challenge demanding Metro Mayor David Skaith defend a potential regional "tourist tax" in an open
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Person rescued from hedge after car crash in coastal North Yorkshire
A person has been rescued after getting trapped inside their car after driving into a hedge.
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North Yorkshire faces major challenge to prepare for thousands of new homes
North Yorkshire Council has warned it faces a major challenge to draw up a blueprint that will determine where thousands of new homes are built.
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'Unknown substance' thrown on person in North Yorkshire - emergency services called
Emergency services have been called out after an "unknown substance" was thrown at a person in North Yorkshire.
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Harrogate MP urges community groups to bid for new Government funding
Community groups in Harrogate and Knaresborough are being urged to apply for new Government funding before the deadline on 12th October.
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Harrogate MP Challenges Richard Tice Over Electoral Reform Stance
Harrogate MP Challenges Richard Tice Over Electoral Reform Stance
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Major firm acquires East Yorkshire pub that is set for a refurbishment
A Driffield pub has been acquired by Punch Pubs & Co and will soon undergo refurbishment.
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Road closure to be extended as gas works continue - here's why
An extended road closure is set to cause delays for drivers as gas works continue in Norton.
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Scaffolding raises hopes of Sam Smith's pub reopenings in North Yorkshire town
Hopes are rising that further Sam Smith’s pubs will re-open in Tadcaster due to the appearance of scaffolding.
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Ripon detectorist uncovers new chapter in history of world famous tapestry after six years of research
A Ripon metal detectorist claims his new research has uncovered a major omission in the world famous Bayeux Tapestry.
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New grants of between £20,000 and £50,000 potentially available for Harrogate area's brilliant community groups
Harrogate has been praised for being “full of people doing brilliant work to connect people across our community” as the town’s MP urges local groups not to miss out on new government grants worth at least £20,000 each.
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Where to find the cheapest petrol stations in Harrogate as diesel prices reach record high
Drivers in Harrogate are feeling the squeeze at the pumps as petrol and diesel prices continue to rise.
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UK government debt as a percentage of GDP is not as high as other countries - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: James Bovington, Horsforth, Leeds.
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ECB chief makes northern cricket pledge after Headingley Ashes snub
ECB boss Richard Gould has guaranteed there will be a northern Ashes Test in 2031, 2035 and 2039 after criticism of next summer’s schedule.
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Major high street retailer to close store in North Yorkshire
A major high street retailer has announced it is shutting one of its North Yorkshire stores.
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Independent Harrogate sewing shop celebrates first anniversary
An independent sewing machine shop in Harrogate has thanked customers for their support after celebrating its first year in business.
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Local MP Urges Harrogate and Knaresborough Community Groups to Bid for New Government Funding
Tom Gordon, MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, is calling on local community groups to apply for the Government's newly launched Common Ground Award before
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Sir Kevin Sinfield greeted by crowds at Leeds Rhinos on day four of 7 in 7 challenge
Sir Kevin Sinfield was greeted by crowds of supporters as his 7 in 7: The Grand Finale challenge arrived at the home of Leeds Rhinos.
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£350,000 contract approved to rebuild wall at North Yorkshire tourist attraction
A contract worth an estimated £350,000 is set to be awarded to reconstruct the collapsed retaining wall at Knaresborough’s Viaduct Terrace.
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Debate around North Yorkshire Council’s school transport policy is about the kind of rural North Yorkshire we want to build - Peter Lacey
Fairness is easy to promise on paper. Delivering it justly in the real world is much harder. When North Yorkshire Council changed its school transport policy in 2024, replacing catchment-based eligibility with a “nearest suitable school” model, the stated aim was greater consistency and fairness.
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Pinewoods Conservation Group to launch appeal to defend Rotary Wood from water brand's expansion
A community charity dedicated to protecting the Pinewoods is to launch a new fundraising appeal following Harrogate Spring Water’s decision to carry on with its expansion plans.
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York school shortlisted for national award
A York school has been named among the top in the country for a prestigious education award.
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Twitchers flock to Yorkshire to see female osprey as she makes trip south
An occasional visitor has been causing a stir at St Aidan’s nature park near Leeds.
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Thug jailed for breaking woman's arm in York city centre street - 4 years ago
York magistrates have jailed a domestic abuser four years after he broke his partner's arm in a city centre street.
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Two crashes on rural road which campaigners flagged to planning inspector just days before
A campaigner says two accidents in 24 hours at Leven Bank highlight the road dangers explained to a planning inspector just days earlier.
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James Herriot's children to unveil plaque at his former home
James Herriot’s children Jim Wight and Rosie Page will unveil a Blue Plaque honouring Alf Wight at Rowardennan, his former Thirsk home, on October…
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Mother’s anger over grouse shooting and snakes on council’s school route over moorland
For Bilsdale mother-of-three Laura Seales, the issues surrounding North Yorkshire’s home-to-school transport policy are not simply about lines on a computer-generated map.
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Halloween Singo Bingo returns to East Yorkshire brewery this October
Wold Top Brewery will host the Halloween Singo Bingo event at Hunmanby Grange this Halloween.
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York University don's driving caused woman to suffer life-changing injuries
A long-serving University of York don and AI specialist caused a crash on the A19 that left a woman with life-changing injuries the city's…
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Bid to prosecute King Charles III reaches international court
A bid to prosecute King Charles III reached an international court before being thrown out
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Thriving York law firm celebrates 10 years after growing to serve 48 UK cities
A York law firm has marked 10 years of growth and success with a special celebration.
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Batley could receive ‘Temu version’ of redevelopment plan, warns councillor
A local councillor says he does not want to see Batley left with the “Temu version” of its original Blueprint plan following a series of delays.
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Chef with 45 years of experience takes on new role at Pickering bistro
Andrew Lees has taken on the role of head chef at the bistro at Mickle Hill retirement village in Pickering.
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'No one wants bad blood' - York restaurant given go ahead despite fears from parents with baby
Plans for a contentious new cafe and restaurant in York have been given the green light despite fears from a young family about late night noise.
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Council repaints 'L' on Pool Square street sign eight times after vandals strike
The road sign for Pool Square in Sheffield has been a consistent victim of vandalism over the last few years, struggling to keep its final letter from being painted over.
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Andy Burnham’s pensions gambit poses a risk to social care reform
There is no denying that Andy Burnham is serious about social care reform. In his first few months in office, Burnham has not shied away from the difficult conversation that so many of his predecessors never had the stomach to take on.
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New publican sought for popular Yorkshire village pub
A publican is being sought to take over the Grey Horse in Barlby, near Selby.
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Yorkshire couple bring floating sound baths to swimming pools across UK
Yorkshire-based wellness business, Synergy Body & Mind, is offering floating sound baths at swimming pools in the UK.
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'Our lives are in limbo' - asylum plan fears in village near York
Residents say months of uncertainty have left their lives “in limbo” following government plans for the former RAF Linton-on-Ouse.
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Children can explore 10,000 years of York history at new archaeology club
A new Young Archaeologists Club has launched in York, at 2nd St Thomas's Scouts.
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Have a look inside this stylish period home for sale in York
A stylish period home has hit the market in Albemarle Road, York, for £375,000.
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New £200,000 boost to improve workplaces across York and North Yorkshire
Pro-Development has secured £200,000 to continue its work under the Thriving Workplaces and People programme.
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Yorkshire landscapes meet gardens of Suzhou at upcoming free event
A free event will bring together Suzhou gardens and Yorkshire landscapes at York St John University's Creative Centre.
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York Museum Gardens named among Yorkshire's best for third year running
York Museum Gardens managed by York Museums Trust, won a Platinum Award and Best in Category at Yorkshire in Bloom.
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York area where 'nature can thrive' could get protected status
An area of York held up as a haven for nature could be granted protected status.
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Missing bus stops and no access: The Linthorpe Road cycle lane hangover
Four years after it was opened to the public and four months after work to remove it was “completed”, some issues still remain in relation to the deeply unpopular Linthorpe Road cycle lane.
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Yorkshire farmers invited to Harrogate debate on improving farm safety
The 2026 Future Farmers Autumn Debate will be taking place on November 23 at the Pavilions of Harrogate.
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Yorkshire fish and chip shop named among top 40 in UK in National Fish and Chip Awards 2026
The top 40 fish and chip shops have been announced - and the Yorkshire-based The Fish Bank is one of them.
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North Yorkshire steam gala hailed as best in years
A railway's annual steam gala has been hailed as its best in years.
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'Life at the side of the road' - Traveller family could be forced to live on roadside if appeal fails
A Traveller family fighting enforcement action over an unauthorised site near Richmond has warned they could be left living at the side of the road if their planning appeal fails.