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Nick Hancock is joined by Nick Smith, Director of the Harrogate Flower Show, for an exclusive preview of this year's event! The show is moving to its new location at Newby Hall this year, so Nick tells us all about the thinking behind the decision, what visitors can expect, whether the usual fan-favourites will be back and why they're able to attract visitors from further afield... [podcast_episode episode="15890" content="excerpt,player"]
Council chiefs defend car park sign expenditure
Council chiefs have defended plans to spend several hundred thousand pounds replacing signs in council-owned car parks after criticism from opposition leaders.
£9.7m allocated to tackle flooding in York and North Yorkshire
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire has welcomed £9.7m in funding to protect communities from flooding.
Witnesses told to come forward after fatal crash in Ripley
On Thursday 3rd April at around 7:20pm two vehicles collided causing the passing of an 83 year old man.
Police appeal for witnesses following fatal collision near Ripon
On Saturday 5th April at 5:10pm, a fatal head on collision occurred near the city of Ripon.
Harrogate school holds speech competition following release of hit tv show 'Adolescence'
Harrogate High School held a competition for each year group for the best speech regarding AI intelligence.
Students to showcase their talents at Harrogate Flower Show
Floristry students from across the North of England are coming together to create their magic at Harrogate Spring Flower Show.
Harrogate vehicle leasing company drive new ESG strategy
Harrogate-based Synergy Car and Van Leasing have started their sustainability journey by involving employees in shaping the company’s first-ever Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy.
Yorkshire Baby Show Moves to a New Home in Harrogate for its Biggest Event
The Yorkshire Baby Show is back and in it's new home at the Pavilions in Harrogate.
Harrogate hair brand raises almost £3,000 for children's cancer charity
CLOUD NINE, hair and beauty brand based in Harrogate put their skills to use to raise £2,847 for charity.
Harrogate dog show to include new pet-themed market
Harrogate BID has announced a new addition to the Harrogate Dog Show this year – an official pet-themed market.
Leeds Bradford Airport launches new flights to Palma and Malaga
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has launched two new easyJet services to Palma and Malaga.
New floral artwork unveiled across Harrogate town centre
Stunning new floral artwork has been unveiled across Harrogate town centre.
80 Easter eggs collected for Knaresborough special needs school
Howden Harrogate has collected a whopping 80 Easter eggs to donate to a special needs school in Knaresborough.
Baby giraffe born at Flamingo Land
Zoo keepers at Flamingo Land had an extra special reason to celebrate Mother’s Day this year with the arrival of a six foot bundle of legs and neck.
YMCA Ripon to host charity sleep out
YMCA Ripon is set to host a charity sleepout later this month to raise funds and awareness of homelessness.
Saltergate girls' football team: A journey of triumph and opportunity
After securing victory in the ESFA Pokémon Primary Cup County Finals at Richmond, the Saltergate girls were crowned North Yorkshire County Champions.
Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park unveils 70 new artworks
The Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park is hosting its second "Sculpture in the Landscape" exhibition featuring 70 new sculptures from artists across the UK.
Harrogate vet receptionist tackles London Marathon to help horses
A veterinary receptionist from Harrogate is gearing up to run the London Marathon for Norfolk horse Charity World Horse Welfare.
Programme revealed for Harrogate crime writing festival
Harrogate International Festivals has revealed the full programme for the 2025 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival.
Hundreds take on inflatable wipeout challenge in Harrogate
More than 300 people took on Harrogate's 'Wipeout' challenge over the weekend.
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