Local news
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Skipton MP calls for action following rise in unemployment benefit claimsSkipton MP Sir Julian Smith has called for Government action after a rise in the number of people claiming unemployment-related benefits across his constituency.
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Space technology firm reveals why it chose Keighley for £9m space centreThe boss of an International space business has revealed why they chose Keighley for a £9m investment in space technology.
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Record-breaking Glitter Ball raises over £280,000 for children's hospiceA 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.
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New route announced for Great Skipton Santa Fun RunOrganisers of the Great Skipton Santa Fun Run have announced a new 5K route for this year’s event.
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Upcoming local events
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Skipton Musical Theatre Company: Little Shop of HorrorsBased on the film by Roger Corman, Screenplay by Charles Griffith
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The Creative Art Journal
Explore creativity as a tool for wellbeing.
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Introduction to Acrylic Painting Through Landscapes
This workshop will introduce you to painting with acrylics learning all the skills and techniques for painting skies, land and sea.
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NEW! Saturday Art Club (Ages 7-9)
A fun and educational art class for children aged 7-9yrs led by experts at Craven Arts House.
at Craven Arts House
National news
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Consumer confidence tumbles ahead of BudgetConsumer confidence has tumbled before the Budget against a backdrop of rising inflation and ongoing geopolitical tensions, figures show.
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Work tackling Englands potholes turning a corner as more funding announcedWork tackling England’s potholes is “starting to turn a corner” as nearly 7,000 miles of road resurfacing is set to be completed this year, the Government has said.
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Four contenders make City of Culture shortlist for 2029Blackpool, Milton Keynes, Sheffield and Wrexham have been shortlisted to be the UK City of Culture for 2029.
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Late Declan Rice strike snatches Arsenal a point at Bayern MunichDeclan Rice stole the limelight from Harry Kane as Arsenal hit back to snatch a thrilling 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in a heavyweight Champions League clash at the Allianz Arena.
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Stuart Clarkson10:00am - 2:00pm
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Nick Babb2:00pm - 6:00pm
Drivetime with Thornton Hall Country Park
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