
Local news
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Skipton and Ripon MP encourages nominations for rural community awardsResidents across Skipton and the surrounding area are being encouraged to nominate local businesses and community champions for the Countryside Alliance Awards 2027.
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North Yorkshire councillors warn planning changes will weaken local voicesCouncillors in North Yorkshire have warned that government changes to the planning system will leave communities with less say over new developments.
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£1million funding boost announced for Keighley businessesA new £1million funding package has been launched to help businesses in Keighley expand and create jobs.
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Cowling businesswoman shortlisted for three national awardsThe founder of a Yorkshire women's health brand has been shortlisted for three national business awards.
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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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Introduction to Acrylic Painting Through LandscapesThis workshop will introduce you to painting with acrylics learning all the skills and techniques for painting skies, land and sea.
at Just Makers -
Saturday Art Club (Ages 9-11)A fun and educational art class for children aged 9-11yrs led by experts at Craven Arts House.
at Craven Arts House -
Skipton Musical Theatre Company: Little Shop of HorrorsBased on the film by Roger Corman, Screenplay by Charles Griffith
at Skipton Town Hall
National news
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AI could supercharge fight against cancer researchers sayArtificial intelligence (AI) could help “supercharge” the fight against cancer, the head of a leading charity has said.
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Streeting urges public to prepare for disruption from cyber emergenciesDefence Secretary Wes Streeting has warned that households and businesses should prepare for “increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks” and potential disruption to essential supplies.
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Russell Brand rape accuser did not think police would believe her court hearsFriends and family of one of Russell Brand’s alleged rape victims told a court she did not go to police at the time because she “didn’t think she would be believed”.
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John Lennons twisted whisky bottle goes on display in museumA whisky bottle which belonged to John Lennon has gone on display in a museum.
Schedule
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Alex Cann6:30am - 10:00am
with Duchy College
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Stuart Clarkson10:00am - 2:00pm
Daytimes with Bizzie Lizzie's
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Nick Babb2:00pm - 6:00pm
Drivetime with Thornton Hall Country Park
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Your Skipton Radio6:00pm - 8:00am






