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Ukrainian refugee family died in head-on crash with bus leaving teen orphaned
Three members of a Ukrainian refugee family died in a crash between two cars and a double-decker bus, an inquest heard.
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Nidderdale High praises 'role model' students as they collect GCSE exam results
Nidderdale High School is celebrating the success of its Year 11 students as they collect theit GCSE exam results.
GCSE Results Day 2025: Ripon Grammar School students 'have a bright future' says headmaster
Ripon Grammar School says the future is looking bright for its hard-working students after outstanding GCSE results this year.
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Talented young actor and budding stage producer scores eleven 9s in GCSEs
Katy Thody, a 16-year-old student from Risplith near Harrogate and a rising stage talent, achieved outstanding GCSE results with eleven grade 9s and one grade 8 at Ripon Grammar School.
Young carer who balanced GCSEs with caring for sister sets sights on medical school
A young carer has achieved top GCSE grades and is now setting his sights on medical school.
Spectacular celebration of season at Harrogate Autumn Flower Show
Visitors to the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show will enjoy a spectacular celebration of the season when the show returns to Newby Hall and Gardens, near Ripon.
North Yorkshire student overjoyed at art success after personal tragedies
Ripon Grammar School student Kayleigh Yarker has achieved the grades needed to pursue her passion for art, despite facing multiple family bereavements.
National judo champion gets top A-level grades to fulfil university dream
Tom Deniz, Britain’s top-ranked U18 judo champion and Ripon Grammar School student, has secured a place at Durham University to study engineering after achieving A*s in maths and further maths, and As in physics and chemistry in his A-levels.
Future doctor and Judo star among A-Level high achievers in North Yorkshire
A young carer soon to be a future doctor as well as a Judo star in North Yorkshire are just two of thousands of students who received top A-Level grades today.
Wait is over as 17th century village pub near Ripon is relaunched with new look and new menu
The chef at the helm of a refurbished historic country pub near Ripon has spoken about his role in this week’s relaunch.
Powerful outdoor art exhibition at North Yorkshire hall and gardens
The Matombo exhibition at Newby Hall and Gardens near Ripon features over 100 contemporary stone sculptures by Zimbabwean Shona artists, celebrating Zimbabwean culture through art until the end of September
Sneak preview of new-look historic inn near Ripon after major redevelopment
The new owners of a redeveloped pub near Ripon which dates back to the 17th century say they will be hosting a ‘soft launch’ in advance of the official reopening.
Essential guide to events comedy music and shows in Harrogate area this weekend from August 7th
Planning to go out this weekend? Here is what’s happening in Harrogate and beyond in terms of comedy, gigs, events and shows:
'Thrilled' North Yorkshire cathedral choir perform at Westminster Abbey
A North Yorkshire cathedral choir has performed at Westminster Abbey as part of its UK summer tour.
High-end supermarket hailed ‘Waitrose of the North’ in Ripon closes doors for final time after 16 exceptional years
After more than 16 years serving the community, a much-loved, family-owned high-end supermarket in Ripon has closed its doors for the final time.
County Durham Freemasons take part in 'global' Parkrun event over two continents
The Province of Durham, also known as the Provincial Grand Lodge of Durham, is home to over 4,000 Freemasons across 144 Lodges. It forms part of the broader structure of Freemasonry in England and Wales, operating within the historic boundaries of County Durham, from the Dales in the west to the Nor...
New greengrocer and deli business opens its doors - and local produce is on the menu
The Greengrocer Ripon, in partnership with Norton’s Deli, launched on Tuesday (July 15) at The Arcade, Ripon.
Farmer denies dangerous driving after combine harvester crash in North Yorkshire
A farmer has appeared in court to deny dangerous driving after a collision involving a combine harvester and a car.
Historic procession returns to North Yorkshire city 'bigger and bolder'
The St Wilfrid’s Procession returns to Ripon city centre on Saturday, August 2 at 12pm, promising a bigger, bolder, and more thrilling celebration.
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show to return with new children's activities
The Harrogate Autumn Flower Show returns this September.