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Your essential going out guide to the best events coming up this weekend and in October 2026
If you are planning to go out this weekend in the Harrogate district – or in the next month or so – here are the shows, gigs and comedy not to miss:
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Dame Esther Rantzen dies aged 86 after battle with lung cancer
Her family paid tribute to ‘the most wonderful mother’
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Row over protected status bid for 'cherished ancient' York woods
A bid for a York woods said to date from the reign of William the Conqueror has sparked objections.
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No 10 gathering evidence on public support for UK rejoining EU
Senior Downing Street officials reach out to thinktanks and pollsters as they look to test backing for reversing Brexit
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‘Whoever is hearing me, we need help’: how flight 1073 survived its 17,000ft plunge
On morning service from Dubai to Tel Aviv, 150 passengers witnessed a horrific cockpit assault and a daring rescue
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Grassroots music festival will return to North East in 2027 after 'major' success
A grassroots music festival is returning to Teesside next year following another successful weekend of live music.
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Stocks mixed as inflation worry weighs on Europe
European markets were hit by a string of strong inflation readings
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France and Spain urge Britain to rejoin the EU
Britain would be welcomed back into the EU ‘with open arms’, Spain’s prime minister says
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Donald Trump calls Google CEO Sundar Pichai ‘monster’ at ‘Super Intelligence’ summit
Donald Trump called Google CEO Sundar Pichai a “monster” during a White House “Super Intelligence” summit on Tuesday (29 September). The US president appeared to use the term as a compliment and said: "This guy is a monster, and nobody knows. What a great life, to be a monster and not have to go through this," while introducing Mr Pichai to reporters and technology leaders gathered for the event. Pichai responded briefly before Trump continued with the exchange. The remarks came as Trump hosted leading technology executives to discuss the future of AI and announced the US government would officially refer to artificial intelligence as “Super Intelligence”, or SI.
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York area recruitment company goes into liquidation owing nearly £30,000
A recruitment company based at Bilton-in-Ainsty near York has gone into liquidation with debts approaching £30,000.
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Macron says ‘welcome back’ to Burnham suggestion UK could rejoin EU
French president, speaking alongside Spanish counterpart Pedro Sánchez, says EU bid would be good news for UK and Europeans
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Supermarket in North Yorkshire first in UK to hit £50k charity milestone
A North Yorkshire supermarket has become the first UK store to hit £50,000 fundraising milestone for a national charity.
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Burnham’s Brexit pledge means an early election is now far more likely
The prime minister’s pledge to stick to the restrictive red lines of Sir Keir Starmer’s manifesto is simply not sustainable until 2029 – however strongly Andy Burnham denies there will be an early general election, writes political editor David Maddox
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Yorkshire rail route named worst in UK for thieves, and trespassing
A Yorkshire train route has been named as the worst in the UK for trespassing incidents - after rail bosses said thieves and vandals caused nearly five months of delays to passengers last year.
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North East village brought together by colourful first scarecrow competition
Hilton near Yarm hosts its first scarecrow competition, bringing villagers together with colourful creations and community fun.
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Factory closure plan will ‘future proof’ Greggs, says boss as 740 jobs cut
Unions have warned that workers should not be ‘dropped like stones’ after helping support Gregg’s growth across the UK.
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Manchester City guilty: What next, how could relegation work and more key questions
BBC Sport takes a look at the key questions following the guilty verdicts handed down to Manchester City.
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Oxford named top university for eleventh year but US dominates top 10
China is one of several countries in Asia that have climbed the league table this year
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Why do we have hair – on our heads and elsewhere? A new book explores
Anxious and Hairy: Why do we have hair – on our heads and elsewhere? A new book explores
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‘Strong indications’ that Iran played role in RAF Fairford incident, says Burnham
PM also defends decision to release suspects on bail and expresses ‘complete confidence’ in security services
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Met Police submits Grenfell Tower fire investigation files to CPS
The force is seeking charges against 54 individuals and 20 companies over the 2017 tower block fire.
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A 'unique opportunity': is this the weirdest RightMove listing ever?
Feedback is a little saddened to discover that a historic scientific building is up for sale, and wonders if any readers fancy opening a museum
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Famous UK brewery to close after three decades: ‘This news is a hammer blow’
Sharp’s has been brewing ale in Cornwall for more than 30 years
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UK’s flagship one in, one out migrant exchange deal with France to end
The one in, one out deal is being wound down, after it returned around 1,400 people back to France
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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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Grenfell police hand files on 20 organisations and 54 people to CPS
Met calls move ‘milestone’ moment that paves way for ‘very best possible evidence for charging decisions’
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Calls for clarity as plans to shut County Durham Greggs factory spark concern
Graham Morris and the BFAWU have vowed to fight for workers after Greggs announced plans to close its Seaham factory.
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'They brought me comfort and a way to say goodbye: Cleveland Police spaniel's award after finding Middlesbrough woman's body
A stray spaniel who joined the police and became Cleveland’s first Victim Recovery Dog went on to help bring answers to six bereaved families searching for missing loved ones, and even saved a woman’s life.
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Jobs lost as UK high street chain shuts 19 stores amid plans to close 150 sites
TG Jones, formerly known as WH Smith, has been forced to shut more stores, affecting locations across the country.
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Dates and theme announced for York Ice Trail 2027
The York Ice Trail will return to the city for February 2027.
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Energy debt hits record £5bn as experts issue winter warning
Financial pressures will ‘intensify’ in the coming months, a debt charity has warned
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What are statins? The uses and side effects of cholesterol medication
It’s essential to discuss your personal circumstances with a GP when considering statins
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Would Labour win under a new voting system?
Labour could lose hundreds of seats under a new voting system, projections show
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Why a break-up of the Union is now inevitable - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Iain Brocklebank, Glasgow.
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'There’s a lot to like, just not the price' - why the LG Gram Pro 16 is almost perfect
The LG Gram Pro 16 is light and thin, yet rocks a 16-inch screen and comes with enough power to tackle even demanding tasks. Unfortunately, the price tag is pretty high.
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York D-Day veteran signs hundreds of copies of his memoir and receives city honour
More than 150 people gathered at St Lawrence Parish Church in York on Saturday, September 26, for the launch of Ken Cooke's memoir: Every Day…
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Does Britain want to rejoin the EU? Here’s what the polls say
Andy Burnham has said he is open to reversing Brexit, insisting he could go ‘all the way’ in proposing to rejoin the European Union
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Trump administration diverts human rights funds to push far-right agenda abroad
Support for white Afrikaners, anti-communism and others reveals how US redefining what qualifies as human rights
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Dates and theme announced for York Ice Trail 2027
The York Ice Trail will return to the city for February 2027.
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MI5 China alert will send chill through UK’s cash-strapped universities
Institutions have for years turned to China for funding opportunities but national security concerns are mounting
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Brexit referendum 'possible' in Labour election manifesto, says Andy Burnham
The PM says a referendum wouldn't be the right thing now but the UK needs to consider its options for the future.
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'Grave' consequences from charges on tourists coming to York, hotelier warns
Plans to charge visitors staying overnight in York and North Yorkshire are not a quick fix and the consequences could be grave, a hotel manager has…
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Putin thinks he’s winning – and I think he’s right, warns ex-Nato official
Head of foreign policy at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre called on the government to ‘step up’ its response to Russia
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How to adopt a hedgehog or owl to help protect North East wildlife
Northumberland Wildlife Trust relaunches hedgehog and owl adoptions, offering gifts that fund conservation and nature reserves across the North East.
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Microsoft's plans to build data centre in Yorkshire spark environmental debate
An environmental debate is continuing over Microsoft’s plans to built a data centre complex in Leeds.
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Burnham says ‘strong indications’ Iran played part in suspected RAF Fairford plot
Five British nationals, all in their mid-20s, were bailed under investigation on Monday
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Lego PlayStation launch build-up live: where to buy the classic PS1 console replica kit
The Lego PlayStation launches on October 1, so I've gathered together all the places you can buy the replica console and secure yours in early access ahead of a wider release on October 4.
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The Corsair Harpoon V2 Wireless is one of the best gaming mice I've ever used - but it's just a bit too small
The Corsair Harpoon V2 Wireless is a well-constructed mouse with a comfortable design and great battery life, but it's too small for large-handed PC gamers to use comfortably.
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‘Sad day’ for Scottish workers as Greggs plans to shut factory
Four sites have been earmarked for closure, including Pettigrews in Kelso in the Borders.
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'Grave' consequences from charges on tourists coming to York, hotelier warns
Plans to charge visitors staying overnight in York and North Yorkshire are not a quick fix and the consequences could be grave, a hotel manager has…
