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- End of an era as long-serving Wetherby fish and chip shop manager retires after remarkable 42-year careerA familiar face who has dedicated more than four decades to one of Wetherby's best-known fish and chip restaurants is preparing to retire after a remarkable 42-year career.
- Series of seven major events revealed at award-winning Harrogate Convention CentreHarrogate Convention Centre is to provide the town with a £10.5 million boost as it prepares to welcome thousands of visitors for a series of major events.
- Why more UK holidaymakers are choosing staycations over Spain this summerHalf of holidaymakers have changed their travel plans due to rising costs and global uncertainty - booking later and staying closer to home.
- Harrogate Town 'have a decision to make' on trialists Max Anderson and Bogdan MarianSimon Weaver is weighing up whether to offer former Crawley Town and Dundee midfielder Max Anderson and ex-Watford left-back Bogdan Marian contracts at Harrogate Town.
- Boots launches £14.99 Arabian-inspired perfumes with a luxury fragrance feel for lessLuxury-inspired fragrance doesn't have to cost a fortune. Boots has introduced Jawhara, a new collection of Arabian-inspired perfumes offering premium-style scents for just £14.99 a bottle.
- Coffee and tea lovers can brighten stained teeth at home with SmilePro's whitening kit now 50% off (aff)Years of drinking coffee and tea can leave teeth looking stained, but you don't have to give up your favourite drinks. SmilePro's at-home whitening kit is designed to lift everyday stains in just 10 minutes a day.
- Amazon shoppers call this Kérastase hair oil a 'game changer'With more than 1,000 bought in the past month, this premium hair oil is winning over shoppers who say it leaves hair noticeably smoother, shinier and softer after just one use.
- ELEMIS' best-selling cleansing balm has shoppers saying it's '100/10'The premium cleansing balm has become a skincare favourite thanks to its luxurious texture, effective makeup removal and spa-like scent that shoppers can't stop talking about.
The Stray Ferret
- Sheep saved by farmer after getting trapped in Thruscross bog
- Free water delivered in Harrogate after burst main
- Council launches review into polling stations in North Yorkshire
- Ripon man admits making indecent photographs of children
- Fatface announces store closure
- Campaigners hand in petition over doubling of second homes council tax
- Jeneba Kanneh-Mason headlines Ripon classical music season
- Readers’ Letters: Is the council keeping an eye on Harrogate’s gutters?
- GALLERY: Historic hornblowing ceremony ends Ripon’s day of fun and celebration
- Photo of the Week: Bringing in the harvest near Ripon
The Northern Echo | North Yorkshire
- When Amanda Owen and Clive will return for new More 4 Our Farm Next Door seriesAmanda Owen, Clive and their children will return in series four of Our Farm Next Door as work continues at Anty John’s in Swaledale.
- 'Hidden treasure' countryside café with perfect rating loved for huge breakfastsThe Catton Kitchen, at Catton Hall near Thirsk, North Yorkshire, currently holds a five-star rating on TripAdvisor and Google.
- Newly touted Scotch Corner Designer Village opening date suggests plans delayed againThe opening date of the Scotch Corner Designer Village appears to have been pushed back again to Autumn 2027.
- Child murderers, pervert and rapist among those locked up last monthHere are some of the people sentenced at Teesside Crown Court in July.
- ‘Charming’ village 40 minutes from Darlington once named among best places to liveGreat Ayton, near Stokesley, was previously celebrated as one of the best places to live in the North of England, with people describing it as "beautiful".
- North Yorkshire town with rugged coastal charm that's drawn in visitors for 160 yearsThe North Yorkshire seaside town where Victorian heritage meets modern charm continues to amaze locals and holidaymakers alike.
- Pick-your-own sunflower patch in North Yorkshire welcomes visitors back for summerMargot's Sunflowers at Winley Hill near Great Ayton has reopened for summer, with free entry, refreshments and pick-your-own flowers available.
- Pictures as 116th Osmotherley Show brings crowds to North Yorkshire countrysideCrowds gathered at Home Farm, Thimbleby, near Northallerton, on Saturday (August 1) for the 116th Osmotherley Show in North Yorkshire.
- Farm shop near Darlington praised for ‘exceptional’ breakfasts and huge cakesRoots Farm Shop, in East Rounton, between Northallerton and Darlington, currently holds a 4.2-star rating on TripAdvisor.
- ‘Beautiful’ waterfall tea garden 80 minutes from Darlington open a few times a yearThe Falling Foss Tea Garden can be found next to a waterfall and offers scones that are "to die for".
York Press | News
- Major European airport set to close for nearly 3 months with all flights cancelledBrussels South Charleroi Airport in Belgium will shut as part of a £43 million (€50 million) redevelopment project.
- Binman reveals how to get rid of a disposable BBQ without causing a fireThe No. 1 Binman on TikTok has revealed how to safely dispose of a BBQ without melting your bin or causing a fire.
- Morrisons releases three new chocolate bars that customers ‘need to try'The three new Morrisons chocolate bars are inspired by popular sweet treats and customers are already obsessed.
- Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the yearA teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his life through education.
- High street chain to open 'important' new department across its 36 UK shopsJohn Lewis is investing millions in its sports departments across its 36 UK stores, in either redeveloping or opening new ones
- Car expert explains how fast can you drive before triggering a speed cameraMotoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble
- Tesco announces discount fuel offer for UK shoppers who do this one thingThe coupon can be used at Tesco petrol stations across the UK on petrol or diesel, and the offer is valid until Sunday, August 23.
- 'Do not eat' warnings as recalls issued at Asda, Tesco, Waitrose and moreThere are food safety alerts in place for some items sold at Asda, Tesco and Waitrose and more
- Greggs reveals bizarre weather code that unlocks cheaper lunchesGreggs' new Quicknic deal code will offer a discount depending on the weather in a specific region
- Police attacker hid under parked vehicle before arrest in East Yorkshire coastal townIt happened on Saturday, August 1, whilst officers were patrolling the seafront as part of Operation Coastline.
Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Burnsall parking closure prompts visitor management appealFollowing the decision this week by the landowner to close Burnsall Park (car parking field), visitors are strongly encouraged to consider alternative locations away from that area of the National […] The post Burnsall parking closure prompts visitor management appeal appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- Yorkshire Dales hosts South Korean delegation exploring National Trail managementThe Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority recently welcomed a delegation of seven representatives from the Korea Forest Service and the National Institute of Forest Science for an international knowledge-sharing visit […] The post Yorkshire Dales hosts South Korean delegation exploring National Trail management appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- Stage routes go live for the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain MenPress release from the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men. The riders lining up for this year’s 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Men will be in for a challenging contest, taking […] The post Stage routes go live for the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Men appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- New Local Plan marks step forward for Dales communitiesCommunities across the Yorkshire Dales National Park are set to benefit from a new Local Plan that places local people at its heart following a thorough six-year process and independent […] The post New Local Plan marks step forward for Dales communities appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- Don’t Spark Disaster: New North Yorkshire-wide campaign urges public to help prevent wildfiresA major new campaign aimed at reducing the risk of devastating wildfires in North Yorkshire has launched, bringing together organisations from across the county to raise awareness and encourage responsible […] The post Don’t Spark Disaster: New North Yorkshire-wide campaign urges public to help prevent wildfires appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- Aysgarth Falls and Hardraw Force celebrated on new Royal Mail waterfalls special stampsRoyal Mail Press Release | June 2026 Aysgarth Falls and Hardraw Force appear on a new set of Special Stamps by Royal Mail that showcase some of the UK’s most […] The post Aysgarth Falls and Hardraw Force celebrated on new Royal Mail waterfalls special stamps appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- Dales Countryside Museum shortlisted for national Family Friendly Museum AwardDales Countryside Museum in Hawes has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award; it was announced today. Charity Kids in Museums has run a prestigious annual award […] The post Dales Countryside Museum shortlisted for national Family Friendly Museum Award appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- What the Coast to Coast’s National Trail status means for the Yorkshire Dales National ParkCoast to Coast walkers arriving in Keld used to be nothing short of traumatised. “They’d arrive in quite distressed states, and I’d be washing their boots, socks and trousers,” recalls […] The post What the Coast to Coast’s National Trail status means for the Yorkshire Dales National Park appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- New investment to support people, places and nature across the Yorkshire DalesA wide range of projects to improve access to, support communities in and enhance the natural environment of the Yorkshire Dales National Park have been approved by Members of the […] The post New investment to support people, places and nature across the Yorkshire Dales appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
- Accessibility boost as new Changing Places toilet opens in MalhamA new Changing Places toilet – a fully accessible facility, specially adapted for people with profound disabilities – has opened at Malham National Park Visitor Centre, adding to similar facilities […] The post Accessibility boost as new Changing Places toilet opens in Malham appeared first on Yorkshire Dales National Park.
