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North Yorkshire resident Wendy Wright (not her real name due to her fostering duties) could not bear the thought of her great nephews splitting up.

Hero auntie shares ‘richly rewarding’ journey as children thrive

An aunt who stepped in to look after her great nephews 14 years ago has said she would do it all over again as she shares her “heartwarming” experience.

9 October 2024
 A customer and stallholder sharing in the fantastic atmosphere when Filey Food and Drink Festival was held earlier this year.

Popular food and drink festival ‘a flagship event’ for the county

A much-loved food and drink festival has been hailed as one of North Yorkshire’s flagship events after enjoying another stellar year.

9 October 2024
Sophia sculpture and Steve Blackwell

Programme of public art to benefit town centres in North Yorkshire

A programme of public art is being developed in two North Yorkshire town centres as part of major regeneration schemes aimed at bringing a welcome boost to High Streets and providing culture to the public.

8 October 2024
A close up of the dig in Richmond

Medieval bones uncovered underneath Richmond market place

Medieval pits containing bones and clothing have been uncovered under Richmond’s historic market place during resurfacing works.

8 October 2024
Outside County Hall in Northallerton

Independent panel recommendations for member allowances

An independent panel that annually reviews allowances paid to North Yorkshire councillors has proposed a rise linked to the rate of inflation.

8 October 2024
A couple walk through the streets of Ripon. The North Yorkshire city and the county’s towns are seen as key to helping to develop the visitor economy. (Picture credit: Charlotte Gale.)

Vision drawn up to promote multi-billion pound visitor economy

Tourism businesses in North Yorkshire have come together to develop an ambitious vision for the future in the first strategy of its kind designed to help the county's multi-billion pound visitor economy reach its full potential.

7 October 2024
An aerial view of Knaresborough Forest Park.

Councillors support greenbelt project as loan deadline looms

A community group rallying to raise funds to pay off a loan, used to buy 60 acres of greenbelt land to safeguard it from future development, has received a welcome boost.

7 October 2024
Over the years hundreds of children and young people from schools and other groups far and wide have had a taste of adventure in the picturesque North Yorkshire surroundings of Bewerley Park.

Work begins to create outdoor learning facilities fit for 21st Century

A multi-million pound redevelopment of outdoor education centres in North Yorkshire is under way to modernise facilities that have welcomed visitors for generations.

4 October 2024
Jayne Richardson (left) and Chantal Kinsella sharing a light- hearted moment during a mentoring session.

UK’s first manager mentoring scheme leaves lasting legacy

A mentoring programme which is the first of its kind in the country aimed at registered managers working in social care has been hailed a success.

4 October 2024
Apprentices Louis Thomas and Lewis Gustard with North Yorkshire Council’s chief executive, Richard Flinton

Apprenticeships seen as key to nurturing talent for businesses

A drive to keep local talent in North Yorkshire has seen one of the county’s most successful home-grown businesses place young people at the heart of its operations.

3 October 2024
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