Local News from Monday, April 20th, 2026
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Ripon Rotary's charity bike ride to return for sixth year
A popular charity cycling event organised by the Ripon Rotary Club is set to return for its sixth year.
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Harrogate's beloved pantomime ranked among top 5 in UK
Harrogate Theatre's popular annual pantomime was recognised as one of the best in the country at the UK Pantomime Awards last night.
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Sushi Panda on Knaresborough Road announces closure
A takeaway restaurant in Harrogate has announced it will be closing its doors.
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Knaresborough Town women secure fourth consecutive promotion
Knaresborough Town Women have continued their extraordinary rise after securing a fourth consecutive promotion.
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Newby Hall to host celebration of sports cars event
Spring Sports Cars in the Park is returning to Newby Hall.
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Dragon Boat Race in aid of children's hospice returns this weekend
Almost 500 rowers will make a splash for cash this weekend when Martin House Children's Hospice's annual Dragon Boat Race returns.
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Harrogate woman shortlisted for Pride in Diversity award
A Harrogate woman has been shortlisted at the Pride in Diversity Awards 2026 after a successful endometriosis fundraising event.
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Police appeal after exposure incident in Harrogate
Police are appealing for information following a sexual offence in Harrogate last week.
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Spofforth man completes Paris Marathon for life-saving charity
A member of staff from The Castle Inn in Spofforth has completed the iconic Paris Marathon, raising funds for the British Heart Foundation.
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'It's not over' - Town boss defiant after huge win in relegation battle
Harrogate Town boss Simon Weaver declared "it's not over" after his side's last-gasp 1-0 win over Colchester United on Saturday.
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Hampsthwaite garage named as finalist for prestigious national awards
Simon Graeme Auto Services Centre has been named as a finalist in this year’s Automechanika IAAF Garage Awards.



