Local News from Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
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Street rangers tackle benches and bird mess on Cambridge Street
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.
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Harrogate Cat Rescue issues update on kittens born with genetic condition
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.
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Harrogate MP launches campaign to save M&S café on Leeds Road
Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon has launched a campaign to 'save' the M&S café at the store on Leeds Road.
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Paddling pool in Valley Gardens remains closed for maintenance
The paddling pool at Harrogate's Valley Gardens has been temporarily closed while further checks are carried out following issues identified during maintenance work.
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Rare Himalayan blue poppies bloom in Harrogate despite heatwave
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.



