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VE Day event in Harrogate will offer chance to discover remarkable stories from WW2

A war graves tour in Harrogate to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day will give people the chance to discover the remarkable stories of the men and women of the Commonwealth forces who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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The Northern Echo | Ripon

Ripon to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day with three days of celebration

Ripon is set to host a three day celebration for VE Day's 80th anniversary. Here's what is planned.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Countess set to abseil down wall of North Yorkshire hotel

A countess is set to abseil down a wall at the Swinton Estate.

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The Northern Echo | Ripon

Tractor run set up in farmer's memory set to give back to community

The Brian Chester Road Run will take place for the fourth year and will give spectators a first glimpse of the Tractor Fest held in North Yorkshire's Newby Hall

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Tourist attraction reopens today after fire hits generator while tourists are on it

The Ripon Big Wheel only opened to the public on Saturday (April 5), but was hit by a fire to its generator while tourists and locals were riding it on Monday (April 7).

The Northern Echo | Ripon

WATCH: Teenager finds live Second World War bomb in North Yorkshire river

A teenager unwittingly discovered a live Second World War bomb packed with 250kg of explosives on a North Yorkshire riverbed – then accidentally crashed his underwater drone into it.

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Historic Ripon pub that 'lost its way' is to reopen after £360,000 refurbishment

One of the most prominent pubs located on the Harrogate road to Ripon is to reopen after a transformative £360,000 investment.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

North Yorkshire pub to reopen this Summer after planned £360k revamp

A North Yorkshire pub is to undergo an extensive £360,000 refurbishment after finding a new owner.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Stunning images show the sights you can see from region's new 'big wheel' attraction

Standing 33 metres tall in the heart of Ripon Market Square, the big wheel offers panoramic views of North Yorkshire’s most iconic landmarks.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

I braved heights on this brand-new observation wheel – this is what I saw

Perched 33 metres above Ripon Market Square, I had a chance to experience the city like never before.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

North Yorkshire stately home reopens with children's theatre and Easter trail

The historic Newby Hall, near Ripon, the estate welcomes visitors with family-friendly attractions including a children’s theatre and an Easter trail, with more events planned throughout the year

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This tractor is set to be the big attraction at huge festival at stunning Newby Hall this summer

A historic tractor which lay in a barn for 30 years before its restoration is to be one of the stars of a major event near Ripon expected to attract 15,000 people this summer.

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Ripon Theatre Festival 2025 director says she is keen to 'reach more people than ever'

The exciting line-up has been announced for this year’s Ripon Theatre Festival which looks set to be a must-visit cultural event.

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Staff at the Harrogate branch to share in famous firm's success in hitting £3 billion in value

Staff at the Harrogate branch of a famous national chain of shops are to share in the family firm's success in hitting £3 billion in value.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Crime-ridden public gardens in North Yorkshire city get £15,000 makeover

Temple Gardens in Ripon, North Yorkshire—formerly a burial ground and chapel site—has received a revitalising makeover through a joint effort by multiple organisations.

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Shock as Harrogate misses out to Ripon in 'Best Places to Live' guide in UK 2025

Harrogate has lost out to two Yorkshire rivals in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2025.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Teenager and man appear in court in connection with attempted murder

Nixon Newton-Hayes, 21, of Ripon, and a 17-year-old, who can't be named for legal reasons, appeared at York Magistrates' Court on Tuesday (March 11).

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Two attempted murder arrests after boy 'run over and struck with weapon'

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teen boy was “run over” by a car and “struck with a weapon”.

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Ripon care home certified “Veteran Friendly” by armed forces charities

ROYAL Air Force veteran Gerry Cassidy, 91, is among those living at a recently certified “Veteran Friendly” care home in North Yorkshire.

The Northern Echo | Ripon

Tutankhamun's battered suitcase fetches staggering sum at auction

HOWARD Carter’s suitcase, which has been stored under a bed in Bishop Auckland for the last 50 years, has sold for a staggering £12,000 at auction in Ripon.