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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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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.
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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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
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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”.
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.
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.