Local news

Jill Dobson, 49, is preparing the run the TCS London Marathon on 27 April in memory of her sister, Kate, in hope that the crucial funds raised will mean more people can access Sue Ryder’s palliative care and bereavement services.  

On Friday 28th March, Local MP Julian Smith visited a Surgery in Skipton to discuss plans for an expansion.

Airedale Hospital and Community Charity’s Spring Market is set to be a showcase of fantastic local businesses this April whilst raising funds for their Emergency Department Appeal. 

Police would like to question a 35 year old man from Leeds for his connection to a recent burglary in Skipton.

Herriots Hotel in Skipton are set to take on the Trek26 to raise money for Alzheimer's Society.

For a second year in a row, car park prices in the Craven area are set to increase.

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a road traffic collision near Malham.

Robertshaw's Farm Shop has officially opened its doors on Gargrave Road in Skipton.

The leader of North Yorkshire Council has dismissed a call to change the way decisions are made at the authority.

Members of the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) have agreed that Councillor Simon Myers should not face any repercussions for non-attendance.

Skipton Gala have announced via facebook this year's Skipton Gala Queen following the selection evening that took place.

On Monday 24th March, local businesses in Skipton came together for a night of bowling organised by Discount Sports Skipton.

North Yorkshire Police have been visiting Craven's more remote communities and talking to residents as part of their response to quad bike thefts.

North Yorkshire Council is to get more than £1.4m to provide free holiday activities for children.

Commando Mindset Fitness Studio in Skipton have announced the launch of their HYROX competition this May.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a burglary at Majestics Wine Brewery Lane Skipton.

Homebuyers in the Skipton area have more property to choose from this spring than at any point in the past decade according to property search giant Rightmove and a local estate agent.

A campaign group is considering legal action over a controversial change to home-to-school transport policy made by North Yorkshire Council.

1st August brings Yorkshire Day and this year Skipton BID will be inviting Yorkshire vendors to exhibit for their Yorkshire themed market.

On Sunday [23rd March], Officers from Keighley Neighbourhood Policing Team will be carrying out a bike marking event in Silsden.

On 12th March at around 3:30pm, two vehicles collided in the Cross Hills area.

Robertshaw's Farm Shop, which originally started in Bradford will be expanding and opening a new shop in the heart of Skipton.

The number of children being educated at home in North Yorkshire has risen sharply, a council report has found.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information following an assault on the High Street in Skipton.

After receiving thousands of 5 star reviews for their even†s. The award winning Teach Rex team are bringing their show back to the families of Yorkshire.  

70s legends Edison Lighthouse, Paper Lace and comedian Mick Miller are all coming to Silsden Town Hall.

Bean Loved in Skipton has reopened after a full refurbishment of its downstairs dining and service bar areas.

Train operator Northern has said it is "working apace" to improve the travel experience for people with additional access needs.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice in our area.

Craven Lawn Tennis Club, based in Gargrave, are busy preparing for the new tennis season and they are allowing new members this season.

Application to trade at the Skipton Sheep Day are open which celebrates the heritage of Skipton.