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• Police investigate Cotswold Outdoor theft in Skipton

  North Yorkshire Police have released a CCTV image of a man following a theft in Skipton.

• Local man 'braves the shave' to fund crucial treatment for his mum

  A Decontamination Services Technician at Airedale Hospital has "braved the shave" to support his mum who is currently undergoing treatment.

• Met Office issues another yellow weather warning for heavy rain

  The Met Office has issued yet another yellow weather warning for heavy rain in our area today (Monday).

• North Yorkshire school meals recognised as best in UK

  Schools in North Yorkshire have been recognised nationally for offering the healthiest and most nutritious meals in the country.

• Met Office issues yellow weather warning for heavy rain

  The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning with heavy rain expected in our area tomorrow (Thursday).

• Local MP urges schools in Skipton to apply for breakfast club grant

  Conservative MP, Julian Smith has asked local schools to apply for the Kellogg's breakfast club grant of £1,000.

• Police launch CCTV appeal after shop theft in Skipton

  Police have issued CCTV image of a woman in connection with a shop theft in Skipton.

• Skipton teenagers campaign to tackle vaping in schools

  A group of teenagers in Skipton have launched a campaign to tackle the harmful rise of vaping in schools.

• Airedale Hospital removed from governments review

  Airedale General Hospital will be removed from the government’s review of the New Hospital Programme.

• Young artist opens first exhibition at Craven Arts House  

  Emerging artist Luke Thompson, a representational oil painter, has brought his unique artistic vision to the heart of North Yorkshire this month, as he moves into a new studio space at Craven Arts House.

• Hospital Dr donates royalties from debut novel to charity 

  Doctor Rachael Gray released her debut novel ‘A Little Bird Told Me’ this month and will be donating 20% of her royalties from the novels first year to Airedale Hospital & Community Charity. 

• Skipton consultancy swells support for children’s charity

  An all-female business consultancy has become the latest firm from Skipton to support to Yorkshire families by becoming a patron of local children’s charity, The Principle Trust.

• First steps to replace the country’s leakiest hospital

  The first steps to replace the country’s leakiest hospital, much of which is constructed with RAAC concrete, are being taken.

• Council endorses Bolton Abbey plan for 'sensitive' tourism-led development

  North Yorkshire Council’s executive has endorsed a tourism masterplan for the Bolton Abbey estate which could lead to a new hotel being built.

• Silsden farm shop appeal dismissed by planning inspector

  A hugely controversial decision to refuse planning permission for a farm shop in Silsden has been upheld by a Government Inspector.

• Local bus firm launches £1 fares for young people

  A local bus firm has launched a new saving scheme on fares for young people.

• Northern reveals why dating apps are blocked on board trains

  Local passengers will be unable to find their perfect partner during their train journeys - but operator Northern says there is a good reason.

• North Yorkshire Police warns of bogus parking fines

  North Yorkshire Police has warned residents of bogus parking fines following a number of reports.

• More than £3,700 raised for Airedale Hospital at charity golf day

  Airedale Hospital & Community Charity held their first Charity Golf Day at Branshaw Golf Club earlier this month.

• Addingham Beer Festival returns for the 12th time in October

  The 12th Addingham Beer Festival is back this year at The Addingham Memorial Hall on 4th and 5th October. Over 35 beers on offer, all sourced from local breweries including Saltaire, Ilkley, Craven and Kirkstall.