March 2022

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Reading Pictures: Seeing Stories in North Yorkshire libraries

Published 29 March 2022

Every picture tells a story… and North Yorkshire libraries are proving just that!

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Ground-breaking dementia support service celebrates ten years

Published 28 March 2022

A service that delivers innovative care and support for those affected by dementia in North Yorkshire is celebrating a decade of successful work in April.

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Zero-emissions electric bus fleet funding for Harrogate welcomed

Published 28 March 2022

Bus passengers in the Harrogate area will be able to enjoy greener journeys thanks to a successful funding bid.

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Wi-Fi roll-out in Harrogate marks the end of a successful project

Published 28 March 2022

North Yorkshire’s public access Wi-Fi roll-out has been hailed a success with Harrogate becoming the final town to go live.

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Let a pair of slippers from the library help you stay on your feet

Published 25 March 2022

A visit to the library in April could be good for your body as well as your mind as older people are invited to pick up a pair of slippers at some branches around North Yorkshire.

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Financial support for families extended

Published 25 March 2022

We will be extending the scheme to provide financial support to eligible families, following the Government’s announcement that Household Support Funding will be renewed.

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Borrowing eBooks from county’s libraries to get even easier

Published 24 March 2022

Readers of eBooks are in for an even better experience when they borrow from their North Yorkshire library.

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Schools recognised for success in increasing walking and cycling

Published 24 March 2022

Two schools have been recognised for their success in encouraging more children and parents to opt to cycle or walk on the school run rather than travel by car.

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Virtual area roadshows for you to understand the new council authority

Published 24 March 2022

Residents are being invited to the first of a series of virtual locality roadshows to learn more about planning for the new North Yorkshire authority that will be in place from 1 April 2023.

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Minute’s silence recognises those lost to Covid and others still affected

Published 23 March 2022

Today’s National Day of Reflection to remember those lost in the Covid-19 pandemic and to show support for those still grieving is being supported in North Yorkshire.

Whitby bridge

It’s safety first in Whitby as plans take shape for the busy summer season

Published 23 March 2022

Holidays and day-trips to Whitby are becoming more popular with the picturesque Abbey, quirky shops and renowned eateries among its appeal.

People using free Wifi in Settle

Public Wi-Fi scheme is almost complete as more towns welcome the roll-out

Published 23 March 2022

Settle, Boroughbridge and Sherburn in Elmet have become a hive of digital activity thanks to the roll-out of free public access Wi-Fi.

A view of Hawes

Hawes resurfacing scheme postponed following public meeting

Published 22 March 2022

Residents and businesses in Hawes have had their voices heard as a resurfacing scheme to improve safety in the town has been postponed until later in the year.

Year 5 pupils at Le Cateau Community Primary School

Pupils receive special message from world-renowned author

Published 21 March 2022

Children at a garrison school have received a personal video message from leading children’s author Sir Michael Morpurgo.

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Primary school closure proposed as pupil numbers fall

Published 18 March 2022

A North Yorkshire primary school with only 21 pupils is being recommended for closure at the end of this academic year.

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Make your vote count in May to elect new councillors

Published 18 March 2022

North Yorkshire residents are urged to make their vote count in forthcoming elections for county councillors who will shape services affecting everyone across the county.

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Pupils show their support for Ukrainian children

Published 17 March 2022

Pupils across North Yorkshire have been showing their support for children and families from Ukraine.

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Sir Chris Whitty steps out along the coast on a visit to Scarborough

Published 15 March 2022

Professor Sir Chris Whitty, England’s chief medical officer, had a bracing introduction to Scarborough on his fact-finding visit as he walked part of a coastal route with Louise Wallace North Yorkshire’s Director of Public Health.

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Public asked for patience during final phase of junction improvements

Published 15 March 2022

As the end of the £4m junction improvement scheme to ease congestion and improve safety in Scarborough is in sight, the public are being informed of the final phase of disruption.

Sharon Moss at Benkhill Lodge

North Yorkshire’s social care staff join Day of Remembrance

Published 15 March 2022

Social care staff and wider partners across North Yorkshire will take time to pause and reflect this week to remember those who have died or lost loved ones during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Inside Harrogate library

Harrogate library to benefit from extensive improvement work

Published 14 March 2022

A large-scale maintenance scheme is due to be carried out on all three floors of Harrogate library later this month.

Mountain rescue team

Mountain rescue team reaps the benefits of digital technology trial

Published 14 March 2022

Medical sensors, night vision thermal imaging streaming and GPS for search dogs are among the latest technologies to be trialled by mountain rescue volunteers in the Yorkshire Dales.

Scarborough library designs

Scarborough library receives £200,000 Arts Council funding

Published 14 March 2022

People who use Scarborough library can look forward to exciting developments after it secured £200,000 from a fund which helps libraries upgrade their buildings and boost their digital offer.

Children collecting their school meals

North Yorkshire begins healthy free school meals campaign

Published 11 March 2022

A campaign is underway across North Yorkshire to encourage more families to take up school meals as an affordable and healthy way to feed their children.

Hawes

Public meeting held ahead of Hawes resurfacing scheme

Published 11 March 2022

The busy market town of Hawes and one of the Yorkshire Dales most popular tourist destinations is about to benefit from major road improvements.

Young people in Harrogate took part in workshops to help create content for the Be Aware hub

Residents help create new resource to keep children safe

Published 9 March 2022

“We all need to be aware of child exploitation because it damages family relationships on so many deep levels and in ways we never imagined.”

Northallerton children section

Northallerton library welcomes children’s area refurbishment

Published 9 March 2022

Young readers at Northallerton library are in for a surprise following a full refurbishment of the children’s area as well as £3,000 worth of new books.

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Boundary Commission launches public consultation

Published 8 March 2022

The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) invites comments during its secondary public consultation on parliamentary constituency boundaries, which is open now until 4 April 2022.

A pot hole repair truck.

March pothole repair bonus for North Yorkshire communities

Published 8 March 2022

An extended programme of pothole repairs will take place across many North Yorkshire neighbourhoods during March due to an opportunity made available to us.

Students from Year 9 and 10 at Nidderdale High School visiting the Brierley Homes housing development, Millwright Park in Pateley Bridge.

Brierley Homes encourages opportunities for women

Published 7 March 2022

In a bid to attract more women into the construction industry, a group of North Yorkshire students have been invited to one of the county’s new housing developments to learn about career opportunities.

North Yorkshire Rotters hosting a roadshow in Ripon.

North Yorkshire backs campaign to tackle food waste

Published 7 March 2022

Residents are being reminded to reduce the food they throw away in a bid to tackle climate change during Food Waste Action Week (March 7 to 13).

An aerial view of Junction 47

Final phase of A1(M) junction improvements to begin

Published 7 March 2022

The finishing touches are to be made on a much-anticipated project to improve Junction 47 on the A1(M) in the coming weeks; with the completion date set for the end of March.

Group in Knaresborough library

Library offers financial services with Newcastle Building Society opening

Published 4 March 2022

Knaresborough library has announced plans with Newcastle Building Society to open a branch in its building to plug the gap for much-needed financial facilities in the town.

Jubilee cakes

Fees waived for Queen’s Jubilee street party celebrations

Published 3 March 2022

Communities across North Yorkshire can apply for road closures free of charge for celebrations marking the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

North Yorkshire stands up for Ukraine

Published 2 March 2022

North Yorkshire has pledged to do everything possible to support the people of Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion and citizens forced to flee advancing forces.

Inside a club

Support stepped up for pubs and clubs to help keep people safe

Published 1 March 2022

As people return to socialising in pubs and clubs across North Yorkshire, work is being stepped up to support licensees and businesses to keep their customers safe as well as enjoying themselves.

A child writing.

Nearly 90% of families get first choice of secondary school

Published 1 March 2022

A total of 88% of parents and carers in North Yorkshire secured their first secondary school preference for their child, continuing the high percentages of recent years.