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Harrogate-based estate agency Verity Frearsons has donated brand-new football goals to Saltergate Schools in recognition of the outstanding success of the school’s U11 girls’ football team.

As thousands prepare to line the streets for this year's Great Knaresborough Bed Race, one of the event's founders has reflected on how a simple fundraising idea became one of North Yorkshire's most iconic traditions.

A paddling pool in the centre of Harrogate is set to reopen to the public this weekend after extensive surveys have ensured that it is able to be enjoyed this summer. 

An eighth winner has claimed a full tank of fuel as part of our ongoing ‘Free Fuel Friday’ promotion.

Lloyds Bank has announced plans to close its Harrogate later this year.

Harrogate BID is preparing to showcase the very best of the town at this year's Great Yorkshire Show, bringing a mini version of Harrogate’s high street to one of Yorkshire’s biggest events.

Several Harrogate individuals and businesses have been recognised at this year's Yorkshire Choice Awards, celebrating the people and organisations making a difference across the county.

The MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough has raised concerns about variations in care for people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) during Prime Minister's Questions this week.

Organisers of the Harrogate Food and Drink Festival have confirmed the complete Cookery Theatre programme for their sixth annual celebration.

A giant walk-through art installation is now open on The Stray in Harrogate.

Bus passengers across Harrogate and the surrounding area are being advised to check before they travel, with timetable changes coming into effect next month.

A junior football team at Harrogate Railway FC is looking for a local business to sponsor its new kit ahead of next season.

Harrogate Town Council has launched a new grants programme worth £74,045 to support charities, voluntary organisations and community groups across the town.

North Yorkshire Police is ready for an ‘odd’ World Cup amid a zero-tolerance warning on anti-social or criminal behaviour.

A popular independent clothing retailer in Knaresborough is set to open the doors to its second shop this week.

Harrogate Town have announced the signing of talented forward Ciaran McGuckin on a permanent deal.

A Harrogate boxing club is teaming up with a leading mental performance coach to help young athletes develop the mental skills needed to succeed both inside and outside the ring.

A Harrogate charity is set to unveil a stunning mosaic of iconic artist Frida Kahlo, designed and created by disabled artists from across the area.

Motorists are being urged to plan ahead as a series of road closures come into force across Knaresborough for the annual Bed Race.

Provenance Collection has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director after selling three venues from its North Yorkshire portfolio.

The hugely popular Harrogate Concours will return next week with some of the world’s most expensive and high-powered sports cars roaring back into the town centre.

Harrogate Town have confirmed their second signing of the summer with the arrival of Will McGowan for an undisclosed fee.

Builders working on the multi-million-pound transformation of Ripon Workhouse Museum have reported hearing unexplained footsteps inside the historic building – leading to speculation that another spirit may have been disturbed.

A new family-friendly 5K fun run raising money for children and young people's mental health services is set to take place at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal this summer.

A man and a woman have been arrested following a suspected '2-in-1 burglary' in Harrogate.

Otley Garden Centre has unveiled plans for an exciting new indoor and outdoor play area.

A team of NHS clinicians are taking on the Great Knaresborough Bed Race this weekend to spread understanding about postpartum mental health.

Local MP Tom Gordon has challenged prosecution rates for violence against women and girls (VAWG) during a session in Parliament.

North Yorkshire Council is set to consider a new countywide policy aimed at protecting trees and woodlands while creating greener and healthier communities.

Plans to improve how anti-social behaviour is prevented, managed and tackled across North Yorkshire are set to be discussed by councillors.

A Government target to build thousands of new homes in North Yorkshire could lead to the "death of villages", a councillor has claimed.

A Harrogate karate club has secured a whopping 11 medals at a major international competition in Scotland.

Local MP Tom Gordon is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Great Knaresborough Bed Race with a motion in the Houses of Parliament.

Organisers of Ripon Theatre Festival say business support is vital to the event's success, as they put local sponsorship centre stage ahead of this year's festival.

Two Harrogate tutoring providers have been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

Free water safety sessions for children are set to be held in Harrogate this summer as part of an initiative to help families stay safe around water.

A Yorkshire health company is teaming up with David Lloyd Harrogate as part of its mission to raise awareness of bone and muscle health and encourage people to take a more proactive approach to ageing.

A 145-year-old members club in a North Yorkshire town is facing opposition to its bid for an alcohol licence from neighbours.

Harrogate Town has announced that its home ground will be renamed the Marcy Fitness Stadium ahead of the new season.

A popular Ripon sandwich shop has moved to larger premises in a bid to meet growing customer demand.

A 15-year-old girl from Harrogate has qualified for this year’s CrossFit Games after finishing among the top 20 teenage athletes in the world.

Emergency services were called to the A59 near Harrogate last night (Monday) after smoke was reported coming from a HGV tanker carrying nitric acid.

Plans that will help decide where thousands of homes and jobs are built across North Yorkshire have moved a step forward.

Police are appealing for information about a theft from a car in Harrogate.

The Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate has installed 1,536 new solar panels, increasing the amount of electricity generated on site.

A dramatic accident which left a car on its roof has prompted fresh calls for a speed reduction through a North Yorkshire village.

Organisers have hailed this weekend’s Tractor Fest at Newby Hall near Ripon as the most successful in the event’s 20‑year history.

The new owners of Slingsby Gin have been announced.

Happy Mondays frontman Shaun Ryder is set to bring his new spoken word tour to Harrogate later this year.

A Harrogate charity has launched a new appeal to help people experiencing homelessness take the next step towards employment.

Harrogate BID has announced the return of its popular Floral Summer of Celebration this summer, bringing a series of spectacular floral displays to the town.

Visitors to the Yorkshire Dales who block narrow country roads with badly parked cars should have their vehicles towed away, a councillor has told police.

Two sisters from Harrogate have reached the national finals of one of the UK's most prestigious business awards after building a thriving lifestyle brand.

For pupils and staff at Harrogate Ladies’ College (Duchy College from September), Tuesday 26th May will long be remembered as a day unlike any other, as the school welcomed His Majesty King Charles III.

Martin House Children’s Hospice has officially opened the doors to its new-look building following the completion of a major £21.9m redevelopment project - THE BUILD.

Free Fuel Friday returned for seventh week this morning, giving residents the chance to scoop a full tank of free fuel.

Broadcaster, author and former MP Gyles Brandreth has officially reopened the historic rock garden at Newby Hall following a seven-year restoration project.

Ripon teenager Betsy Radcliffe has achieved national success after helping her Grangetown club qualify for the U14 National Finals.

A plan to improve the maintenance of Knaresborough Castle is being prepared amid concerns that the historic venue has suffered years of neglect.

A garage in Hampsthwaite has been recognised at a national industry awards ceremony.

A Harrogate-based bus operator is celebrating five million kilometres of travel for its electric bus fleet.

A new brick-built sculpture trail will be installed at RHS Harlow Carr this summer.

An enthusiastic new team of student leaders has been appointed at the top-performing state school in Ripon, selected from an outstanding field of candidates.

Harrogate Town Council has called on North Yorkshire Council to review how community funding linked to new developments is managed and communicated.

Luxury Ripon hotel Grantley Hall has announced the acquisition of 44 acres of mixed-use land and property adjoining its existing estate.

A former professional rugby player whose career was ended by a traumatic brain injury is set to pass through Harrogate as part of an ambitious world-record attempt.

A dancer from Harrogate has described her journey to the final of Britain's Got Talent as a "crazy experience" after her group finished eighth in the competition.

Train operator Northern has launched a new scheme to help children get confident on the train ahead of the big secondary school move.

A new indoor golf performance venue is set to open in Harrogate later this year.

Harrogate's hospitality industry gathered at the Royal Hall on Monday for the latest instalment of the Harrogate Hospitality and Tourism Awards 2026.

A landmark Harrogate church has secured funding to help transform it into a community hub, heritage attraction and visitor information centre.

A Harrogate ice cream shop is celebrating its first anniversary with a special promotion for customers.

The final list of teams taking part in this year's Great Knaresborough Bed Race has been revealed, with 90 teams set to tackle the gruelling 2.4-mile course.

A popular Danish homeware store in Harrogate is celebrating its first anniversary with a month of festivities and a special birthday event next week.

Martin House Children’s Hospice is officially opening the doors to its new-look building following the completion of a major £21.9m redevelopment project - THE BUILD.

Western Primary School in Harrogate has officially opening of its newly transformed "Discovery Den" - a dedicated learning space to support children across Key Stage 1.

A Harrogate community group is inviting residents to come together for a special coffee morning during Loneliness Awareness Week to help tackle social isolation and encourage new connections.

The government has been accused of "bullying" councils and communities over housing targets after councillors said they felt they had no choice but to approve almost 100 homes in a North Yorkshire village.

A popular HYROX simulation event is returning to Harrogate this weekend.

Aldi has announced plans to upgrade its Harrogate supermarket as part of a nationwide investment programme.

A woman is due to appear in court charged with burglary and fraud in Harrogate.

A Ripon runner who recently recovered from breast cancer is preparing to take on her first ultra marathon while raising money for charity.

The lineup has been announced for this year's Party in the Castle in Knaresborough, with live music set to be played instead of Glastonbury.

A new hidden events space has arrived in Harrogate ahead of the summer months.

The Harrogate Car Enthusiasts Motor Show has raised more than £2,200 for charity following another successful event at Harrogate Rugby Club.

More than 100 years of popular music will be celebrated in a show at Harrogate's Royal Hall this weekend.

Physiotherapy patients can receive specialist care in their local leisure venue rather than at hospital as part of an innovative new partnership.

A senior nurse working at a Harrogate home has marked 10 years’ service and says the experience throughout her time is something she will never forget.

Local MP Tom Gordon has heaped praise on the Harrogate Stray Association following 93 years of "dedicated service to the community."

After 21 years as CEO of Harrogate Neighbours, Sue Cawthray is officially stepping down. The group is delighted to welcome Helena Evans as its new CEO.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the death of an 88 year old woman.

Internationally acclaimed cellist, singer and composer Abel Selaocoe will open the 60th anniversary HACS Harrogate Music Festival with a special performance alongside the Bantu Ensemble this weekend.

Saint Michael's Hospice in Harrogate have launched their new appeal, 'Dedicate a Daisy'.

The Town Council presented their first annual report at the annual meeting last week.

After an incredible in-store reveal with Jack Evans this morning, the 2026/27 home shirt is now available.

Free Fuel Friday returned this morning, giving Your Harrogate listeners the chance to bag a full tank of free fuel.

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault and "large-scale disorder" at the One Eyed Rat pub in Ripon earlier this month.

Two wartime aircraft are set to fly over the Harrogate district next weekend.

Three hotels in the Harrogate district have been named among the best places to stay in the UK by The Telegraph.

A petition calling for urgent action to protect and restore Knaresborough Castle is set to be debated by councillors after attracting more than 500 signatures.

Hundreds of vehicles and a range of family attractions are set to take over Harrogate Rugby Club this weekend as the Harrogate Car Enthusiasts Motor Show and Family Fun Day returns.

Nearly 1,000 solar panels have been installed at three North Yorkshire leisure facilities in a move that is set to reduce energy costs by hundreds of thousands of pounds.

Police are appealing for information about a violent incident that occurred at Fairfax Avenue in Harrogate.

A Harrogate computer and IT business has been named as a finalist in four categories at the national Tech Awards 2026.

Young performers from Harrogate are set to take to the stage alongside professional musicians as part of a new live music event at Rossett Acre Primary School's annual Summer Fair.

A Harrogate care team has completed a 45km charity walk in scorching heat, raising more than £1,300 for two local organisations supporting older people.

Shoppers hunting for online bargains are being duped by sophisticated scam websites that convincingly pose as well known UK high street retailers, North Yorkshire trading standards officers have warned.

North Yorkshire Council has brought in financial investigators to look into its loss-making housing company Brierley Homes, it has emerged.

Comedy icon Harry Enfield is set to visit Harrogate later this year as part of his latest UK tour.

The governing body of a primary school near Knaresborough has announced its opposition to plans for a large-scale battery energy storage system next to the school site.

Harrogate BID's Street Rangers have been carrying out cleaning work on Cambridge Street as part of ongoing efforts to keep Harrogate town centre looking its best.

Two kittens with genetic bone problems have been making "fantastic progress" under the care of Harrogate Cat Rescue following an appeal to help meet ongoing vet expenses.

Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has launched a campaign to 'save' the M&S café at the store on Leeds Road.

The paddling pool at Harrogate's Valley Gardens has been temporarily closed while further checks are carried out following issues identified during maintenance work.

The first blooms of the rare Himalayan blue poppy (Meconopsis) have begun to emerge at RHS Garden Harlow Carr in Harrogate, offering visitors a fleeting chance to see one of the UK's most elusive flowers.

Residents and visitors gathered at Knaresborough Castle today (Tuesday) as King Charles made an unexpected visit to the historic site.

The paddling pool in Knaresborough will remain closed while health and safety concerns are investigated.

Harrogate Town has revealed its first new shirt ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The fourth Fat Badger Group and Your Harrogate Charity Golf Day has raised over £12,600 for two local charities.

Yorkshire Water has welcomed new legislation banning plastic in wet wipes from next year.

Councillors have been recommended to approve up to 98 new homes in a North Yorkshire village despite warnings that the development could reduce the quality of life for current and future residents.

A man who struck a woman in the head so hard she thought she was going to die – and left another woman living in constant fear – has been jailed.

A new Knaresborough-based business has launched with plans to reduce cardboard waste by giving used packaging a second life.

A new psychology clinic offering neurodevelopmental assessments and mental health support is set to open in Knaresborough next month.

Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has slammed Yorkshire Water for the 'poor' rated bathing sites across the area amid rising temperatures in the UK.

Farmer, YouTuber and TikTok star Joe Seels, is set to drive for Your Harrogate at this year's Knaresborough Tractor Run on Sunday 8th March.

Simon Graeme Auto Service Centre is holding a charity raffle to raise funds for Saint Michael’s Hospice