November 2021

Harrogate winners

Library prizes awarded to young nature photographers

Published 30 November 2021

The seven winners of this year’s nature-themed photography competition run by North Yorkshire libraries have been crowned.

A59 KexGill

Work continues to support people following Storm Arwen

Published 30 November 2021

A united effort by agencies and communities across North Yorkshire over the weekend following Storm Arwen continued today to ensure that people are safe and roads are clear.

Edward Sexton in Glencroft

Shoppers urged to think local in the run-up to Christmas

Published 29 November 2021

People in North Yorkshire are being encouraged to shop locally in the run-up to Christmas.

Whitby Harbour

Free public Wi-Fi launched across Whitby

Published 29 November 2021

A free public access Wi-Fi service covering the centre of Whitby has been launched as part of the county’s bid to support recovery and growth for communities and businesses.

Gritter treating a road affected by snow

Storm Arwen recovery work continues

Published 28 November 2021

While strong winds have dropped, some homes and businesses continue to be affected, with issues around snow and ice too.

Ribblehead

North Yorkshire urged to pull together during Storm Arwen

Published 27 November 2021

Emergency services and local councils have been working together across North Yorkshire through the night and are continuing their efforts today to keep roads clear and people safe as Storm Arwen continues to affect the county.

Wistow Primary School headteacher and two students

Compassionate school pupils take the initiative when it comes to fundraising

Published 26 November 2021

A nine-year-old boy has donated hundreds of pounds to his primary school after writing and selling his own books.

Askar and Bham

Offenders who hounded innocent victim in fraud brought to justice

Published 26 November 2021

Three men have been sentenced at York Crown Court today after targeting an elderly and vulnerable pensioner in the Scarborough area and attempting to defraud him of £16,750 for alleged works to his property.

Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed members

Donation helps charity continue positive work in Nidderdale

Published 26 November 2021

Nidderdale and Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed members would never claim to rival housing developer Brierley Homes and their construction partner The HACS Group for the scale of their projects.

North Yorkshire gritter

Drivers urged to travel only if essential as storm approaches

Published 26 November 2021

People are being advised to travel only if absolutely necessary as gale force winds are forecast for parts of North Yorkshire later today (Friday) and into Saturday.

Low Fraggergill bridge

Next generation footbridges hailed a long-lasting alternative

Published 22 November 2021

New state-of-the-art footbridges have been introduced across North Yorkshire as part of a pioneering shift to find a more future-proof alternative.

A silver van

Sale of unroadworthy van leads to over £4,000 in fines

Published 19 November 2021

Two men in the Harrogate district have today (November 19) pleaded guilty to supplying a van which was found to have potentially catastrophic faults to its brakes and structure.

Group of children

North Yorkshire pupils sing out for Children in Need

Published 19 November 2021

North Yorkshire’s Music Service has worked with six pupils from primary schools in Selby to be part of a national virtual choir, which will feature in the BBC’s Children in Need Appeal Show this evening.

Aerial view of Richmond

Free public Wi-Fi switched-on in Richmond town centre

Published 19 November 2021

The historic market town of Richmond is the latest destination to benefit from the introduction of free public access Wi-Fi.

Bananas in a supermarket

North Yorkshire families in line to receive support as economy recovers from pandemic

Published 18 November 2021

Families in North Yorkshire who may struggle to meet essential living costs this winter are being notified that they can apply for payments equating to £250 to pay for food and other costs.

Cllr White, Basia and Shaun.

Young library assistants recognised in prestigious LGC awards

Published 18 November 2021

North Yorkshire’s young library assistants have been recognised for their contribution to improving services for young people in the national Local Government Chronicle (LGC) awards.

White Rose Forest Action group photo

Landowners needed to support plan to plant 7 million trees

Published 18 November 2021

Landowners needed to support plan to plant 7 million trees across North and West Yorkshire by 2025

Carer in North Yorkshire

The thousands who care for a loved one urged to know their rights

Published 16 November 2021

North Yorkshire is recognising the tremendous work of the many thousands of people in the county who care for a relative or friend – and reminding them that help is available to support them.

School site visit

Primary pupils’ maths lesson which needed wellies and safety helmets

Published 15 November 2021

Pupils from Marton cum Grafton Primary School enjoyed a maths lesson with a difference after they were offered the chance to put their knowledge to the test on a building site.

Children at Ripon Cathedral

Children of county’s armed forces personnel gather to remember

Published 13 November 2021

Children of armed forces personnel stationed in North Yorkshire gathered at Ripon Cathedral today (Friday, 12 November) for their own special service of Remembrance.

Sharon Moss at Benkhill Lodge

Join Team North Yorkshire – become a care professional and make a difference

Published 12 November 2021

People of all ages and all backgrounds work as care professionals in North Yorkshire - so come and join the team and make a difference to people’s lives.

Christmas candle

Get fire-wise for Christmas with library drop-in

Published 12 November 2021

People can get advice about fire risks to help to make sure their Christmas sparkles safely as Northallerton library teams up with North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Thirsk path

Temporary repairs will allow popular Thirsk footpath to reopen

Published 11 November 2021

Temporary repairs to the footpath connecting St James Green with Marage Road in Thirsk will enable it to reopen next month.

Pupils at Sherburn Hungate Primary School

Major expansion for primary school in £2.5m project

Published 11 November 2021

A primary school has been refurbished and extended in a £2.5m project, which will allow it to more than double in size.

Thirsk Road

Essential repairs to start on well-used footpath in Northallerton

Published 10 November 2021

Residents who use the footpath on Thirsk Road in Northallerton will see huge improvements when a large section of it is resurfaced next week.

Liam Burke

Famous Scarborough landmarks depicted in new library exhibition

Published 10 November 2021

An exhibition depicting well-known landmarks in and around Scarborough by a local artist is to be displayed in the town’s library.

Lady sat on chair

People in Whitby called to give views about Extra Care scheme

Published 10 November 2021

Whitby residents are being called on to give their views about plans to build an Extra Care housing scheme on part of the Whitby Hospital site.

Celebrating Malton Library

Malton library celebrates official reopening

Published 10 November 2021

Malton library has reopened its doors following a programme of carbon-cutting improvements.

Students at The Wensleydale School & Sixth Form

Children will perform self-penned song at Remembrance service

Published 8 November 2021

Pupils from North Yorkshire schools will gather at Ripon Cathedral on Friday, 12 November, for a Remembrance service for children of military services personnel.

Person reading a comic

Pick up a free comic at your library

Published 8 November 2021

Customers at libraries across North Yorkshire will be able to pick up a free comic from Friday, 12 November.

Knaresborough school image

New school for Knaresborough gets a revised date

Published 8 November 2021

The target opening date for a proposed new Knaresborough primary school to serve housing development has been revised to September 2024.

Students in a school bus in North Yorkshire

Wearing a facemask on school bus just makes sense, say students

Published 8 November 2021

Young people are adding their voices to a campaign to encourage students to wear facemasks to combat the spread of Covid-19 when travelling on the school bus.

School stationary

Revised date for new Northallerton school

Published 5 November 2021

The target opening date for a proposed new Northallerton primary school to serve housing development in the town has been revised to September 2024.

Person using free wifi

Free public access Wi-Fi goes live in Malton market place

Published 5 November 2021

The popular market town of Malton, renowned for its regular markets and food festival, is the latest destination to reap the benefits of free public access Wi-Fi.

Family walk

Support for families to achieve healthy weight and lifestyles

Published 5 November 2021

An online child weight management service has been launched to help North Yorkshire families with children aged 4-11 achieve healthy weight and lifestyles.

Electric car

North Yorkshire awarded £768k to go carbon-negative

Published 4 November 2021

A pioneering project to deliver a carbon-negative energy system in North Yorkshire has received £768,876 from the Government’s Community Renewal Fund.

A calculator

Independent panel recommends increase in councillors’ allowances

Published 4 November 2021

An independent panel that annually reviews allowances paid to North Yorkshire county councillors is recommending an increase in the basic allowance and the special responsibility allowances of 1.75 per cent for 2022/23.

School pupils walking to school

School’s park and stride scheme could be an inspiration to others

Published 3 November 2021

More schools are being encouraged to consider introducing park and stride schemes for students as one successful scheme enters its third year.

Selby impression

Don’t miss chance to help to shape North Yorkshire towns’ gateways

Published 2 November 2021

People living and working in the Selby, Skipton and Harrogate areas are reminded that they can help to shape the final look of major schemes to enhance the gateways to the three towns.

Children from Woodfield Primary

Children leave their legacy on new Harrogate housing development

Published 2 November 2021

It may be too early to make career choices, but pupils from Woodfield Community Primary School have been given an introduction to life in the construction industry as part of their education.

Ripon Poppies

Ripon’s spectacular Remembrance poppy display down to community effort

Published 1 November 2021

Ripon’s breathtaking display of poppies is now installed annually as a mark of respect for those who made the ultimate sacrifice, but the Remembrance Day event has also become a tourist attraction.

Work on the A1 roundabout

Resurfacing of major Wetherby junction complete

Published 1 November 2021

Road users can now reap the benefits of an extensive scheme to resurface a major junction with the A1(M) near Wetherby.

YorBus at Grantley Hall

North Yorkshire expands YorBus offer with virtual stops

Published 1 November 2021

Some of North Yorkshire’s much-loved tourist attractions have become more accessible thanks to new virtual stops provided by the county’s pilot on-demand bus service.