Local News from Tuesday, October 20th, 2026

A charity ball at Rudding Park has raised more than £280,000 for Martin House children’s hospice – the highest total in the event’s history.

Harrogate's Myrings Estate Agents has won three Yorkshire gold awards as part of a six-award haul for customer service.

Saltergate Schools in Harrogate are celebrating improved pupil results, with outcomes above national averages in several key areas.

Harrogate retail staff are being invited to a drop-in event focused on tackling shop crime and improving staff safety.

A new sensory room has opened in Harrogate in memory of a baby boy who died at just nine weeks old.

Businesses selling tobacco and vapes illegally could face fixed penalty notices under proposals being considered by North Yorkshire Council.

Patients and relatives have praised the care at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate following a 'Good' rating from inspectors.

Harrogate food hall Weetons has launched a Christmas hamper dedicated to pickle lovers.

North Yorkshire councillors could see their annual basic allowance rise to £18,431 under proposals due to go before the council.

Care services across North Yorkshire could be transformed under new proposals worth an estimated £3.5 billion over seven years.

Father Christmas and Tinsel the Elf are returning to Allerton Castle this December for four days of festive adventures.

Ryanair has announced four new routes from Leeds Bradford Airport for summer 2027.

A 10-year-old St John Ambulance Badger has helped teach 30 classmates lifesaving first aid skills at a Knaresborough primary school.