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Harrogate Lib Dem Town Councillors back call for independent review at Army Foundation College
Harrogate Town Council’s Lib Dem members have praised the “victims of reported abuse at Army Foundation College” for their bravery in speaking out and backed calls for an independent inquiry.
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Opening up the Joash Woodrow Archive in Harrogate to reveal genius of visionary postwar British painter
A Harrogate gallery which played a key role in rediscovering the work of a reclusive modern artist whose genius lay hidden for decades is unveiling more of his work.
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OPINION: Remembering social reformer Octavia Hill on the anniversary of her death
Readers of the Gazette may not be familiar with the name Octavia Hill. She was an English social reformer and one of three founders of the National Trust which was set up to preserve places of historic interest or natural beauty.
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Police release CCTV image of man after bike theft in Harrogate
North Yorkshire Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to after a bike theft took place in Harrogate.
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How to watch livestream of UK’s most complete solar eclipse in 27 years
A partial solar eclipse - with around 90 to 96% coverage - will be visible from the UK on Wednesday.
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Parents are 'truly proud' of amazing teenage gymnast who made her name at Harrogate Gymnastics
Parents of a teenage gymnast who has trained at Harrogate Gymnastics for the past decade and has now won a scholarship to study and compete in Alaska say they are “truly proud” of her amazing achievement.
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Tiny Harrogate record label's new project will see first ever repress of Leeds Utd's most famous single
A small but incredibly successful independent Harrogate record label is hoping to hit the top of the charts with the first ever repress of the Leeds United’s classic Marching On Together single.
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OPINION: Harrogate MP on making the most of Burnham’s honeymoon period
It’s safe to say we’re exhausted with the constant turnover of Prime Ministers, by-elections and internal party psychodrama.
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Appeal for information after electrical cables stolen from Harrogate Hospital
Officers from North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a burglary in the Harrogate area.
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'Culture change' in the armed forces needed after sexual abuse claims at Army Foundation College in Harrogate
Defence secretary Wes Streeting says he will be “looking in detail” at the allegations of sexual assaults at Army Foundation College in Harrogate and how to bring change.
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'Incredibly upsetting' claims of sexual assaults on young female army recruits prompt pledge by Deputy Mayor
North Yorkshire’s Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime has said hearing new allegations of sexual assaults at Army Foundation College in Harrogate was “incredibly upsetting”.
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Senior staff appointments at Harrogate's new specialist school hailed as 'significant milestone' for pupils
Key appointments have been announced at Harrogate’s new specialist school which is expected to provide up to 80 places for students.
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Harrogate's iconic Bottom of the Bottle music event is to return for 25th anniversary reunion
An iconic music night which showed there’s another side to Harrogate is to return for one night only for its 25th anniversary.
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Harrogate artist 'absolutely delighted' by her collaboration with Jo Malone London
An award-winning Harrogate artist says she is “absolutely delighted” to be taking part in a prestigious collaboration with Jo Malone London to celebrate the launch of a beautiful new fragrance.
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Anxious Wetherby residents win reprieve over new housing as planning meeting is deferred
A decision over plans for 210 new homes near Wetherby has been deferred in a victory for opponents of the highly controversial development.
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North Yorkshire Police launch investigation after electric cables stolen from Harrogate District Hospital
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses after electric cables were stolen from a hospital in Harrogate.
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'Incredibly upsetting' claims of sexual assaults on young female army recruits prompt pledge by Deputy Mayor
North Yorkshire’s Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime has said hearing new allegations of sexual assaults on young female recruits at Army Foundation College recruits in Harrogate was “incredibly upsetting”.
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Harrogate Lib Dems sweep to victory in Coppice Valley Town Council by-election
Harrogate’s Lib Dems have scored a sizable victory in the the Coppice Valley Town Council by-election by a higher than expected margin on a higher than expected turnout.
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North Yorkshire Police release CCTV image of man following theft at supermarket in Harrogate
North Yorkshire Police has released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to following a theft at a supermarket in Harrogate.
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North Yorkshire Police release CCTV image of woman after alcohol stolen from supermarket in Harrogate
North Yorkshire Police has released a CCTV image of a woman they would like to speak to following a theft at a supermarket in Harrogate.
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Harrogate MP says parents should not have been 'left in limbo' over SEND provision
The opening date has finally been confirmed for a long-awaited new school in Harrogate to meet the rising demand for specialist education.
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Legendary Harrogate rock band to 'christen' impressive new facilities at brilliant Bilton Club
A historic Harrogate venue is being hailed as the “new Brudenell” after a major upgrade to its facilities for gigs.
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National accolade for Bedale-based autistic author who champions neurodivergent inclusion in the travel industry
A former Ripon Grammar School student has received national recognition at the Houses of Parliament for championing neurodivergent inclusion in the travel industry.
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Wetherby Civic Society urges council to pause decision on 210 new homes in long-running controversy
Wetherby Civic Society is urging North Yorkshire councillors to defer a decision on controversial plans for up to 210 homes near Wetherby.
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MP calls for urgent inquiry into sexual offence claims at Army Foundation College
Harrogate's MP is calling for an independent inquiry after allegations of sexual offences at the town’s Army Foundation College.
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Watch: Moment masked raiders ram Wetherby Services ATM and steal cash machine
A passer-by captured dramatic footage of masked raiders using a car to smash into an ATM at Wetherby Services before stealing a cash machine.
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North Yorkshire councillor raises record-breaking £17,000 for Macmillan after shaving head and beard
A North Yorkshire councillor has broken national records by raising more than £17,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support after having his head and beard shaved.
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North Yorkshire Council buys ten new homes in Knaresborough to reduce housing waiting list
North Yorkshire Council has approved the purchase of ten newly built homes in Knaresborough as part of its pledge to deliver 500 affordable homes across the county by 2029.
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Tickets selling fast for Harrogate Theatre's magical panto that's 'sure to leave the whole family smiling'
Two key cast members have been announced for this year’s Harrogate spellbinding pantomime which is expected to be watched by more than 30,000 people.
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North Yorkshire Council-owned housebuilder agrees to pay £131,000 to Kirkby Malzeard community
A council-owned housebuilder will honour a commitment to pay £131,000 towards community improvements agreed when planning permission was granted for a new housing estate.
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15 streets in Harrogate with the highest reported crimes according to police figures
The police.uk website has released data showing where every crime took place across Harrogate in June 2026.
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Pinewoods Revealed sets out 'ambitious future' for cherished part of Harrogate
One of the potentially most transformative projects for how Harrogate views and utilises its spa heritage has been unveiled.
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What’s on guide to shows, events, gigs and more in the Harrogate area from August 6 2026
If you are planning to go out in the Harrogate district this weekend or in the next month, here are the shows, gigs and comedy not to miss:
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Pensioner left ‘trapped and isolated’ after roadworks stop buses out of Leeds village
‘If you don’t have a car, you feel like a second class citizen’
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Children to get chance to run final furlong at Ripon Races in charity day for all the family
Harrogate Theatre is urging families across the district to support the Onesie Derby at Ripon Races this month in a spectacular display of unicorns, tigers, sharks, dinosaurs and more.
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Ripon builder cleared of attempted murder but guilty of wounding pub landlord after stabbing
A Ripon builder has been found not guilty of trying to murder a pub landlord but guilty of wounding with intent.
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New expansion for independent Harrogate business that's built up an incredibly loyal following
A popular Harrogate wine shop has added a stylish touch of the continent to the town with the opening of its new outdoor terrace.
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Historic Pateley Bridge Cricket Club to thank community for 'being saved' with exciting new event
One of Nidderdale’s oldest cricket clubs which was in danger of folding says it is fighting on and is to hold a Celebration Day to rekindle interest in the sport.
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Return of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival chosen by the Guardian as ‘one of the Top 3 literary festivals in UK’
Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival will return with a bang this autumn with a host of national treasures and literary stars including Dame Prue Leith and Julian Clary.
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National Trust announces 12 month closure of entrance at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon
The National Trust has announced the appointment of The HACS Group to deliver a "once-in-a-generation project" at a UNESCO World Heritage Site at Fountains Abbey.
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'I turn abandoned Leeds Festival tents into fashion worth hundreds of pounds'
Meet the eco-friendly designer who is already eyeing up unwanted tents at Leeds Festival to give them a new lease of life
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Harrogate Comedy Festival 'thrilled' to welcome Reece Shearsmith Maisie Adam and Richard Ayoade
Harrogate Theatre is preparing to welcome some of the biggest names in comedy as Harrogate Comedy Festival returns this autumn.
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Final tickets released for Symphonic Ibiza as major Harrogate show date approaches
The final tickets for Symphonic Ibiza have now been released as the countdown begins to one of Harrogate’s biggest summer nights at the Great Yorkshire Showground.
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Credible yellow-legged Asian hornet sighting reported in Ripon as experts urge public to stay vigilant
A credible sighting of a yellow-legged Asian hornet has been reported in Ripon, prompting action by the National Bee Unit and renewed calls for members of the public to remain vigilant.
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The five candidates who will fight this week's by-election for Harrogate Town Council ward
Voters are going to the polls this week for the second by-election in six months at Harrogate Town Council.
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Campaigners in Harrogate area packed with new housing 'let down by North Yorkshire Council's planning system'
Harrogate residents who have endured six long years of housing building in the Kingsley area of town say they feel “let down” by North Yorkshire's planning system.
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Tickets sales hit record high in Harrogate for 'globally important' Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival
Organisers are celebrating after a record number of crime fiction fans flocked to Harrogate from across the globe.
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Award-winning Harrogate law firm in move to strengthen its 'busy team'
A leading Harrogate law firm has strengthened its Commercial Disputes and Sports Litigation team with a new appointment.