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The search for North Yorkshire’s unsung heroes is under way to claim prestigious awards celebrating those who make a difference in their community as new categories have been launched for this year’s ceremony.

A record 96 per cent of families in North Yorkshire have secured their first choice of primary school - an increase from 95 per cent last year.

A new registration scheme designed to improve access to North Yorkshire’s household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) and ensure the service is used fairly by residents will go live later this month.

A practical plan setting out how modern, reliable and cost‑effective public toilet facilities could be delivered across North Yorkshire is set to be presented to councillors, with the aim of ensuring good‑quality provision for the future.

Hundreds of families enjoyed a culinary journey around the world as Scarborough hosted a weekend-long celebration of mouth-watering cuisine.

A proposal to transfer ownership of the historic Ripon Town Hall to the City Council is aimed at creating new opportunities to revitalise the landmark building and help reinvigorate the heart of Ripon.

An inspirational North Yorkshire man, who spent more than a decade in foster care and is hoping to become a social worker to improve the lives of others, is calling on families to open their homes to children who need stability, love and a chance to thrive.

A revitalised resident has described the “remarkable” transformation in his mental and physical health after joining a lifestyle and wellbeing programme that continues to improve lives across North Yorkshire.

Hundreds of children and young people with asthma in North Yorkshire are receiving support in their classrooms through a growing network of schools striving to improve awareness and management of the condition.

The number of green-fingered residents is growing among North Yorkshire communities with the expansion of seed hubs in libraries.