February 2022

Welburn Hall School in Ryedale

Proposal to increase provision for children with complex needs related to autism

Published 28 February 2022

We are seeking the go-ahead to expand provision at a North Yorkshire school, so it can meet the needs of children and young people with complex needs related to autism.

Flood sign in the dales

Dales communities praise pioneering flood warning technology

Published 28 February 2022

Every year tourists flock to the Yorkshire Dales for its outstanding scenery, its river valleys and sweeping uplands, all of which make it a popular destination and picturesque place to live.

Child reading a book

Libraries gift free books to mark World Book Day

Published 25 February 2022

Budding young readers are being enticed into their local library with the promise of a free book as Scarborough and Ryedale libraries celebrate World Book Day (March 3).

Councillor Lynda Wallis, Chairman of Seamer Parish Council, and Andrew Santon from our highways team.

Pedestrian safety to be improved on main route into Scarborough

Published 22 February 2022

We are delivering on our pledge to improve pedestrian safety on Station Road in Crossgates and its link to local amenities.

Building work

Residents alerted to bogus home energy scheme callers

Published 21 February 2022

Residents are being alerted to reports of bogus callers claiming to represent local councils or their contractor in providing energy efficiency schemes.

Share your views about pharmacy services

Published 21 February 2022

People across North Yorkshire and York are being encouraged to share their experience of pharmacies in the county to help to shape future services.

Children in Harrogate Library

Bring your preschooler to fun, free events during Under 5s Week

Published 21 February 2022

Theatre performances, a teddy bears picnic and story times are among the activities on offer during Under 5s Week at North Yorkshire libraries.

trade person at a ladies door.

Householders warned to beware rogue traders after storms

Published 18 February 2022

Householders across North Yorkshire are warned to beware cold callers – roofers and other tradespeople who knock on their door uninvited – with offers to clear up damage following storms Dudley and Eunice.

Part of a calculator

North Yorkshire sets budget that draws on cash reserves

Published 16 February 2022

North Yorkshire faces having to draw on its cash reserves to meet service demand as members today agreed a final budget before the new unitary council for the county comes into effect from 1 April 2023.

A selection of open books

Councillors approve minerals and waste plan for next decade

Published 16 February 2022

Years of painstaking work by North Yorkshire partners culminated today (16 February) in approval of a plan that will guide planning decisions about minerals and waste in the county until 2030.

A family cycling

Share your story of how walking or cycling improves your life

Published 15 February 2022

Do you opt to walk or cycle rather than take the car for every trip? If so, you could be an Active Travel Champion.

Whitby park and ride bus

Don’t forget to travel on Whitby’s Park and Ride this half-term

Published 15 February 2022

Tourists to the picturesque coastal town of Whitby are being reminded to use its park and ride service which is running over February half-term.

Man installing wifi

Three more North Yorkshire destinations welcome Wi-Fi roll-out

Published 14 February 2022

Catterick, Tadcaster and Thirsk are the latest areas to benefit from the introduction of free public access Wi-Fi.

Joinery Apprentice, Samuel Farley, learning his trade at the Construction Skills Village in Scarborough

Apprenticeship funding to create new opportunities in North Yorkshire

Published 10 February 2022

Funding is available to help North Yorkshire businesses invest in staff development through the delivery of apprenticeships within their workforce for new and existing staff.

Crowds watching the tour of Britian

Cycling returns to North Yorkshire with the Tour of Britain

Published 10 February 2022

North Yorkshire is to host a stage of the 2022 Tour of Britain cycle race.

Woodfield Millennium Green

Housing developer chips in to help Woodfield Millennium Green

Published 8 February 2022

When it comes to supporting local communities, Brierley Homes and partner The HACS Group are always looking to chip in.

A pile of open books

Minerals and waste plan for next decade to be considered

Published 7 February 2022

A new plan to guide planning decisions about minerals and waste in North Yorkshire until 2030 will be considered by senior county councillors on Tuesday, 15 February.

Election ballot box

Find out about becoming a candidate in crucial elections

Published 7 February 2022

In spring, North Yorkshire residents will be able to vote in elections that will help to shape the way services in the county are run in a new era of local government.

Group at the M62 underpass

Whitley Primary reaps the benefits of refurbished M62 underpass

Published 7 February 2022

Pupils and teachers of Whitley and Eggborough Community Primary School can enjoy a safer, more pleasant journey thanks to the transformation of a busy underpass under the M62.

Front of Brompton Hall school

Proposals to expand school provision to more pupils SEMH needs

Published 7 February 2022

Provide your views on proposals to expand school provision to more pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

Home library delivery

Praise for home library service satisfying the county’s reading needs

Published 7 February 2022

North Yorkshire’s home library service is continuing to provide a lifeline for vulnerable and hard-to-reach residents despite the county’s libraries resuming a full service.

Person delivering shopping

Nominate your local champions in North Yorkshire’s community awards

Published 4 February 2022

People across North Yorkshire have a chance to honour volunteers who make a real difference in their community and to nominate their unsung heroes for an award.

Installing superfast broadband

First rural business park benefits from ultrafast speeds

Published 4 February 2022

Businesses at Thirsk Industrial Park will soon be able to access ultrafast broadband speeds via full fibre provider NYnet Ltd.

Artist impression of houses

Application submitted for new housing development in Stokesley

Published 4 February 2022

A development of 25 new high-quality homes is being planned for Stokesley in a move that would see a derelict farm building replaced.

A cold caller at the door

Beware of rogue traders following storm damage

Published 3 February 2022

Householders across North Yorkshire are being warned against cold callers – roofers and other tradespeople who knock on their door uninvited – and their offers to clear up damage following the latest storms Malik and Corrie.

4 people at the launch of the self care toolkei

Libraries boost young people’s wellbeing with self-care toolkits

Published 3 February 2022

Young people are being encouraged to visit their local library to collect new self-care toolkits launched to support their mental health and wellbeing.

Whitby Park and Ride bus

Whitby Park and Ride to run during February half-term

Published 1 February 2022

Residents, businesses and the Town Council in Whitby are having their voices heard with the trial of the town’s park and ride bus service over February half-term.