May 2022

Two people with a book in Knaresborough Library

Works to accommodate Newcastle Building Society at Knaresborough Library

Published 31 May 2022

Building work is to take place at a North Yorkshire library next month to provide new banking facilities as part of a drive to ensure financial services remain in the community.

Two people working on a roof

Fraudsters ordered to repay thousands to victims in North Yorkshire success

Published 31 May 2022

Two fraudsters previously jailed for their crimes have now been ordered to repay £84,000 to their victims following a successful investigation involving North Yorkshire Trading Standards experts.

Jubilee display

Royal followers donate memorabilia for Jubilee celebrations

Published 30 May 2022

The landmark anniversary for the Queen’s 70 years on the throne will see a succession of celebrations staged across North Yorkshire from exhibitions and street parties to commemorative woodlands and events.

People using phones in The Forbidden Corner

Rural communities in Yorkshire Dales given ultrafast internet links

Published 30 May 2022

Ultra-fast broadband technology has been introduced in one of the remotest parts of the Yorkshire Dales in the latest phase of a multi-million pound scheme to help tackle the digital divide across North Yorkshire.

Overdale primary school

Opening ceremony for £6m primary school

Published 26 May 2022

A primary school celebrated the official opening of their purpose-built, £6m building with the local community this week (Tuesday, May 25).

Cyclist on Otley Road cycle way

Council holds engagement event on Otley Road cycle way scheme

Published 24 May 2022

Council officers behind Harrogate’s Otley Road cycle route are hosting an engagement event with key stakeholders on the next phases of the scheme.

Brian Coan IT buddy

Celebrating the work of volunteers in North Yorkshire

Published 24 May 2022

In celebration of Volunteers Week (June 1 to 7), dedicated volunteers in North Yorkshire are being recognised for the contribution they make to their community.

Stuart Carlton

North Yorkshire supports calls for national reset of children’s social care

Published 23 May 2022

A senior director is supporting proposals for a national reset in children’s social care after contributing to a hard-hitting report which calls for a radical rethink of the system.

The members of North Yorkshire County Council executive

Financial safeguards put in place for move to new unitary council

Published 23 May 2022

A unified approach to ensuring major projects across North Yorkshire are employing taxpayers’ money effectively in the run-up to a wide-ranging overhaul of local democracy has been put in place.

Poster for Harrogate library Jubilee event

Join the Platinum Jubilee celebrations at your local library

Published 23 May 2022

Residents looking to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are being encouraged to visit their local library for tea parties, story times, events and competitions over the next few weeks.

Children burying a time capsule

Brierley Homes hosts pupils as they bury time capsule at Marton Cum Grafton

Published 23 May 2022

Pupils looked to the future when they buried a time capsule at a new housing development near their school.

Vegetarian curry with savoury rice.

School dinners in North Yorkshire among the greenest in the country

Published 20 May 2022

Planet-friendly school meals have earned North Yorkshire recognition in a national award to find the greenest school menus in the UK.

Caron and Claire with their award

England’s Chief Social Worker joins virtual celebration event

Published 19 May 2022

The achievements of newly qualified social workers in North Yorkshire have been celebrated after the latest cohort completed a nationally-recognised programme which reinforces best practice.

Council leader Carl Les

Executive unveiled for landmark move to North Yorkshire Council

Published 18 May 2022

The leader of North Yorkshire County Council has pledged to place the public’s wishes at the forefront of an overhaul of services after senior councillors have been appointed to oversee the landmark transition to a new authority.

Rachel and Emily with the Selby project

See our history and heritage through fresh eyes

Published 18 May 2022

A fresh take on North Yorkshire’s history and heritage, created by a trio of artists and county residents, is being shared with the public.

Grinton Moor Bridge

Give your views on new strategy to reduce flood risk

Published 17 May 2022

As climate change makes severe weather more common, people who live and work in North Yorkshire are being invited to have their say on a new strategy to help the county prepare better to deal with the risk of flooding.

Paint pots in a primary school

School closure consultation requested

Published 12 May 2022

A primary school in Harrogate has requested a consultation begins into a proposed closure.

Unfinished garden work

Landscape gardener sentenced for frauds totalling almost £12,000

Published 12 May 2022

A landscape gardener who admitted to problem gambling has been sentenced to nine months’ imprisonment suspended for 18 months after pleading guilty to five counts of fraud.

Surface dressing

New company begins work to extend the life of county roads

Published 10 May 2022

This summer, hundreds of miles of roads in North Yorkshire will be treated to extend its life by up to ten years.

Malcom and Sarah with library books

Readers continue to take advantage of thriving home library service

Published 9 May 2022

A home library service in North Yorkshire has cemented itself as a vital lifeline for many residents who struggle to visit their local branch.

Possible design

What improvements at the library would bring you through the door?

Published 9 May 2022

As part of a £450,000 investment in Scarborough library, people in the area are being asked what would make them more likely to use the town’s branch.

The election count in Scarborough

Conservatives retain power in landmark election in North Yorkshire

Published 6 May 2022

A landmark election to pave the way for the biggest overhaul of local government in North Yorkshire for nearly 50 years has seen the Conservatives secure power to oversee a major shift in how vital council services are delivered.

Traffic regulation signs are clearly marked for Highfield Road in Malton.

Lorry drivers fined for ignoring safety restrictions

Published 6 May 2022

Three lorry drivers have been prosecuted and fined hundreds of pounds each after they admitted breaching road restrictions in place to protect primary school pupils.

Safeguarding award winners

Achievements of safeguarding team celebrated in awards

Published 5 May 2022

The life-changing work of frontline staff whose goal is to keep children safe in North Yorkshire has been recognised in prestigious safeguarding awards.

Carey Bilton

‘Defining moment’ for North Yorkshire with local elections

Published 3 May 2022

Voters are being urged to take part in the most important local election for nearly half-a-century that will provide a “defining moment” in North Yorkshire’s democracy and shape key services for hundreds of thousands of people.