Local News from Monday, June 15th, 2026
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Status Quo frontman to perform in Harrogate
Status Quo frontman Francis Rossi is set to perform in Harrogate as part of a brand-new UK tour this year.
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Councillors grant premises licence to members' club despite opposition
Councillors have granted a premises licence to a 145-year-old members' club despite opposition from neighbours.
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Police seek Killinghall chocolate thief
Police have released a CCTV image of a person they'd like to speak to following a theft in Harrogate.
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Councillors' addresses to be removed from council website to prevent harassment
The home addresses of North Yorkshire councillors are to be removed from the public register to protect them from harassment.
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Harrogate swimmers earn place at national swimming championships
A number of Harrogate swimmers will represent the region on the national stage after excelling in a recent qualifier.
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New crime officer recruited to support Harrogate businesses
Harrogate BID has welcomed a former police officer to help keep the town centre safe for businesses and visitors.
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MP backs plan to slash energy bills in Harrogate and Knaresborough
Households in Harrogate and Knaresborough could save around £100 a year on their energy bills under new proposals backed by local MP Tom Gordon.
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Yorkshire vineyard near Harrogate to host major wine and fizz festival
More than 10 Yorkshire vineyards will come together at Yorkshire Heart Vineyard near Harrogate next week for the annual Great Yorkshire Wine & Fizz Festival.
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Flamingo Land stabbing suspect jailed for four and a half years
A man who carried out an unprovoked stabbing at Flamingo Land has been jailed for four and a half years.
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Former England rugby star passes through Ripon as part of charity ride
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody passed through Ripon yesterday (Sunday) as part of an epic charity cycling challenge from Newcastle to Twickenham.
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Plans submitted for £15.7m care and support hub in Harrogate
Details of a new £15.7m care and support hub that would provide specialist accommodation and rehabilitation for up to 60 residents in Harrogate have been published.
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Your Harrogate honoured for 'outstanding contribution' to Knaresborough Bed Race
Your Harrogate has been honoured with the 'Outstanding Contribution Award' at the Great Knaresborough Bed Race.
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Ripon pub to host free Pride event this weekend
A popular Ripon pub is set to host a free two-day Pride celebration this weekend, featuring live music, tribute acts and family-friendly entertainment.



